How did Mormonism challenge societal norms?

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Mormonism challenged societal norms by conducting marriages (particularly polygamous marriages) in a different way than traditional, mainstream Christian marriages. This sparked controversy and opposition from mainstream society, leading to government intervention and eventually the banning of polygamy in the United States. While there have been some progressive moves by the Mormon Church regarding women's roles in leadership positions, it was not a significant challenge to societal norms until much later in their history. The other options - belief in the non-existence of Jesus Christ and the origins of Native Americans - also went against mainstream beliefs, but these were not as central to the Mormon challenge to societal norms as their unconventional marriages.

How Did Mormonism Challenge Societal Norms