[Alex Murphy]

I wonder if by participating in such a ritual a Christian is committing a sin or is he merely engaging in harmless actions without any spiritual consequences.

Ah, but that prejudices the answer. Why would a Christian (as opposed to a Mormon) be found participating in such a ritual in the first place?

[AEMILIUS PAULUS]

I knew your statement was coming and in a sense it is a fair comment. However, is participation in the "Temple Ceremonies" an additional source of sin? For example, I can commit theft then turn around and swear thus comitting two sins.

As far as becoming LDS a person can be deceived thus raising the question when does being a victim of deceit become culpable?

[AppyPappy]

All fraternity rituals are based on death and rebirth in the fraternity