Why Do Latter-day Saints Avoid Drinking Coffee?

Christian Pure Team

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Summary

  • Latter-day Saints abstain from coffee as part of the Word of Wisdom, a health code revealed by God for their physical and spiritual well-being.
  • Early Church leaders, including Joseph Smith and Brigham Young, emphasized moderation and gradually clarified that “hot drinks” referred to tea and coffee.
  • Following this counsel is viewed as an act of obedience, promoting vibrant health, spiritual sensitivity, and freedom from addiction.
  • The Church does not prohibit caffeine in general but specifically advises against coffee and tea, allowing personal discretion regarding other caffeinated beverages.

A Spirit of Health and Wisdom: Understanding Why Latter-day Saints Choose Not to Drink Coffee Isn’t it wonderful when we want to understand each other better? Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints truly appreciate it when folks are curious about their way of life. You see, just like many faiths, they have some unique and special ways they live, all designed to bring them closer to God and help them live lives filled with more joy…

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