‘Mormon Land’: Tattoos, even for Latter-day Saints, can be ‘personal and sacred’ — and, now, acceptable
The explicit condemnations of body art are vanishing, and new acceptance is emerging in Latter-day Saint culture.
(Ethan Gregory Dodge) Ethan Gregory Dodge, a writer and an occasional contributor to The Salt Lake Tribune, showcases his tattoo honoring his Latter-day Saint pioneer foremothers.
David is a managing editor at The Tribune, where he has worked since 1984. He oversees coverage ranging from local government and west-side issues to growth, development and housing. In addition, he directs religion reporting, co-hosts the award-winning “Mormon Land” podcast and writes the Mormon Land newsletter.
Hired in 1991 to cover Utah's various faiths, particularly Mormonism, Peggy has talked forgiveness with Archbishop Desmond Tutu, nearly fainted waiting for the Dalai Lama, fasted with Muslims during Ramadan — and has reported on 50 consecutive semiannual LDS General Conferences.