I’m not convinced that Mormons actually care about their theology. It is, fundamentally, a very emotionally based religion, on the “burning of the bosom” as opposed to logical arguments. It’s not that surprising to see such a heavy interest in the occult, therefore, especially when they have so much of the occult already. The signs on their “sacred” garments, the Temple rituals and symbolism. Free Masonry, from which Joseph Smith borrowed from, was itself inspired from occult symbolism. I’ve seen Masonic symbols in works by Agrippa, an ancient occultist, before the advent of the Masons.
That's a good read.
Except that many Lds are quite intelligent, even if not so spiritually discerning.
And more Lds than ever can discover things on the Internet that their parents, Boy Scout leaders, and other leaders ne'er dare mention about their past.
Sometimes, then, the Holy Spirit instills a "hunger" to dig into the "origins" of what they "caught" (as well as what they were "taught"). And when they discover disconnects galore, it tends to only intensify their emotional and spiritual and intellectual struggle.
They want to be true to the truth...yet they are heavily emotionally, spiritually, financially invested, as well as "dug in" family ties-wise...
They have to know that advocates for truth are praying for their release from legalistic bondage, e'en tho it may come at a high price tag relationally.
The Living Truth, Jesus Christ, sets them free...no matter how much sentimentalism has them all "wrapped up."
Once they care; they become like Sentinal and others on FR: EX-mormons!