Draft:Another Voice of Warning

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Another Voice of Warning (AVOW) is a loosely organized group of individuals within the Mormon community who adhere to a doomsday prepper lifestyle.[1][2] While not officially affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), this group draws inspiration from certain interpretations of Mormon theology, emphasizing the need for proactive preparation in the face of potential societal collapse.[3][4][5]

Beliefs and doctrine[edit]

Members of Another Voice of Warning draw inspiration from various interpretations of Mormon theology, particularly the concept of self-reliance emphasized within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). Participants base their beliefs on specific interpretations of Mormon teachings, particularly those related to self-reliance and preparedness.[6]

One distinctive feature of Another Voice of Warning is the belief in a future "call out" or the establishment of "tent cities" in remote locations[7][6] alongside stockpiling food and weapons.[8][9]

Members engage in practical preparedness activities, including stockpiling essential supplies, learning survival skills, and creating a network of like-minded individuals to enhance their collective resilience.[10][11][6]

Organization and structure[edit]

Another Voice of Warning operates with a decentralized and informal structure. Members often connect through online forums, social media groups, and local gatherings.[12][13][14] The group lacks a centralized leadership hierarchy, contributing to a diverse range of interpretations and approaches to preparedness among its members.[6]

Challenges and controversies[edit]

The group has faced criticism and skepticism from both within and outside the Mormon community.[15][16] Some argue that the focus on doomsday scenarios may divert attention and resources from more immediate community needs, while others express concerns about the potential isolation of group members from mainstream society.[17]

While Another Voice of Warning is not explicitly a Mormon fundamentalist group, it shares some commonalities with certain aspects of the broader spectrum of Mormon fundamentalism coined neo-fundamentalism.[18] Both groups may be characterized by a desire to live according to what they perceive as the original and unaltered teachings of early Mormon leaders.[18] This can include a commitment to principles of self-reliance, adherence to specific doctrinal interpretations such as the Adam-God theory, and a focus on preparing for potential societal upheavals or apocalyptic events.[18]

Chad and Lori Daybell[edit]

Avid group participants Chad and Lori Daybell gained public attention for their apocalyptic beliefs after the murder of their two children.[19] The couple faced legal issues related to the deaths of Lori's children, and their beliefs were brought to light during the investigation.[20][21] Their case has prompted scrutiny and speculation about the intersection of extreme doomsday beliefs and criminal activities within certain segments of the Mormon community.[22][23]

Related literature[edit]

Published in 2012, "Visions of Glory" gained attention for its exploration of spiritual realms and its alignment with Rowe's own teachings on preparedness and self-sufficiency. The book, often discussed within Mormon prepper circles,[24] has contributed to the dissemination of apocalyptic narratives and the emphasis on proactive readiness for catastrophic events. While the content of "Visions of Glory" resonates with some seeking spiritual insights, it has also been met with scrutiny and skepticism,[25] highlighting the nuanced relationship between personal spiritual experiences, apocalyptic beliefs, and the broader Mormon prepper movement. It was this book that led to the excommunication of Latter-day Saint Julie Rowe in April 2019.[26][27]

Public portrayal[edit]

The emergence of Another Voice of Warning has captured the interest of media and popular culture. Portrayals of such groups in books, documentaries, and other media reflect a broader fascination with apocalyptic scenarios and the intersection of religious beliefs with survivalist subcultures.[28]

See also:[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Confessions of a Former Mormon Doomsday Prepper". HuffPost. 2015-09-24. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  2. ^ "A look at the religious circle surrounding Chad and Lori Daybell". East Idaho News. 2020-02-23. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
  3. ^ "LDS AVOW – Another Voice of Warning". www.ldsavow.com. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  4. ^ "For Mormons, 'Prepping' Is An Article Of Faith". WJCT News 89.9. 2014-09-30. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  5. ^ Blakeley, Kiri (2015-09-14). "Some Mormons believe Doomsday will happen in September". Mail Online. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  6. ^ a b c d "The Daybells and Latter-day Saint Apocalypticism". The University of Chicago Divinity School. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  7. ^ "Tent Cities". Mormon Dialogue & Discussion Board. 2010-12-30. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
  8. ^ "1567: Growing up as a Mormon Prepper – Emma Pt. 1 | Mormon Stories". 2022-03-28. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
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  10. ^ Wilson, Jason (2016-02-10). "What preppers and survivalists tell us about America's apocalyptic readiness". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
  11. ^ "Fun Tour of the Restoration (Mormon schisms) + Gospel Tangents - Mormon History Podcast". gospeltangents.com. 2022-09-19. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  12. ^ "Re: Did anyone else hear about the so called "Tent Cities"?". www.exmormon.org. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
  13. ^ "AVOW: Another Voice of Warning". AVOW: Another Voice of Warning. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
  14. ^ "How much of a thing is 'mormon survivalism?". Mormon Dialogue & Discussion Board. 2021-04-07. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  15. ^ "Church Squashes Doomsday Rumors in Official Statement". LDS Living. 2015-09-27. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
  16. ^ June 21, Kylie Mohr Interview; Now, 2022 From the print edition Like Tweet Email Print Subscribe Donate (2022-06-21). "When extremism hides in plain sight". www.hcn.org. Retrieved 2023-11-11.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  17. ^ Doomsday family last seen in Idaho with teen they believe is chosen of God, retrieved 2023-11-11
  18. ^ a b c Jahl, Jakub (January 2023). "Q rides in on a white horse: Conspiracy theories among Mormons or why does a 16-million-strong American religion tend toward QAnon?". DOI: 10.5817/Rel2022-2-4en – via ResearchGate.
  19. ^ "A look at the religious circle surrounding Chad and Lori Daybell". East Idaho News. 2020-02-23. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
  20. ^ "Testimony in the Lori Vallow Daybell trial led to these key revelations in the "doomsday mom" murder case - CBS News". www.cbsnews.com. 2023-07-31. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
  21. ^ Pennock, Lewis (2023-04-30). "The Mormon city at center of Lori Vallow's 'doomsday cult'". Mail Online. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  22. ^ "Idaho Man Charged With Hiding Remains Had Links to Apocalyptic Church". Southern Poverty Law Center. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
  23. ^ "This Oregon Journalist's New Book Explores the Fiery World of Fringe Mormon Doomsday Preppers". EverOut Portland. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  24. ^ "Julie Rowe, Chad Daybell, & White Horse Prophecy". Wheat & Tares. 2020-11-30. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  25. ^ Smith, Gregory (2013-05-31). "Greg Smith reviews John Pontius' book 'Visions of Glory'". FAIR. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  26. ^ #77 - Unrighteous Dominion, retrieved 2023-11-11
  27. ^ "End-Times Visionary Julie Rowe Excommunicated". Wheat & Tares. 2019-06-05. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  28. ^ Riess, Jana (2015-09-14). "Mormon "prepper" group says the end is coming this month. Oh boy howdy". Religion News Service. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
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