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The Book of Mormon is a sacred text within the Latter-Day Saint movement, particularly for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). It testifies of Jesus Christ and contains teachings, prophecies, and accounts of ancient American civilizations. According to LDS beliefs, it was translated by Joseph Smith from golden plates he discovered, with the assistance of a divine instrument called the Urim and Thummim. The Book of Mormon serves as a foundational religious text for members of the LDS Church, guiding their spiritual growth, worship, and moral conduct. As a part of "Beliefs" under "Religions" and "Taoism," the Book of Mormon complements other faith traditions by emphasizing core principles such as faith in God, repentance, baptism, and receiving the gift of the Holy Ghost.