“Now the Place Was Called by Them Rameumptom”

The religious ceremonies of the Zoramites were as absurd as their creed. In the center of each of their synagogues was erected a holy stand, or pulpit, called by them, Rameumptom, which stood high above the congregation. From the slight description given of it in the Book of Alma we judge it may have been somewhat pyramidal in form, the top being only large enough for one person to stand upon. Each worshiper mounted to the top thereof, stretched out his hands toward Heaven, and, in a loud voice, repeated their set form of worship. Having done this, he descended and another took his place, and so on, until all who desired to go through this mummery had satisfied their conscience or gratified their pride.

“Now the Place Was Called by Them Rameumptom”

The religious ceremonies of the Zoramites were as absurd as their creed. In the center of each of their synagogues was erected a holy stand, or pulpit, called by them, Rameumptom, which stood high above the congregation. From the slight description given of it in the Book of Alma we judge it may have been somewhat pyramidal in form, the top being only large enough for one person to stand upon. Each worshiper mounted to the top thereof, stretched out his hands toward Heaven, and, in a loud voice, repeated their set form of worship. Having done this, he descended and another took his place, and so on, until all who desired to go through this mummery had satisfied their conscience or gratified their pride.