Word of Wisdom
Proper noun
Meaning
Word of Wisdom
(Mormonism) The health code contained in the Doctrine and Covenants. It specifically prohibits the consumption of alcohol, tobacco, hot drinks (usually interpreted/construed as coffee and/or tea), and excessive amounts of meat.
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It now notes that in addition to abstaining from tobacco, alcohol, tea and coffee, church members should note that “there are other harmful substances and practices that are not specified in the Word of Wisdom or by church leaders.
On Asadh Purnima, some 2,500 years ago, the Word of Wisdom was spoken out by the Buddha for the first time.
“A Word of Wisdom”, a poem by Hovhannes Sargavak devoted to a starling, legitimizes poetry devoted to nature, love, or female beauty.
The Word of Wisdom also encourages the use of wholesome herbs and fruits within season, moderate consumption of meat, and consumption of grains.