Download or read book Mormon Philosophy Simplified written by Brittney Hartley and published by . This book was released on 2019-10-25 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mormon Philosophy Simplified takes a readable approach to the foundational underpinnings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Accessible for members of the Church and non-members alike, this book takes classic questions in philosophy and provides responses based on the philosophical teachings of Joseph Smith, LDS scholars, and modern Mormon thinkers. There is a huge gap between the colorful world of Mormon academia and the average member, to the point that the two groups have difficulties engaging with one another. So while most books on Mormon thought rotate around complex Mormon history and require a high academic background, this book exists as a bridge allowing anyone the tools, background, context, detail, and permission to think deeply about the most existential questions we are all faced with. In Mormon culture, we find a sort of caricature of Mormon fundamentalism, but in Mormon thought, we find philosophical gems from the late teaching of Joseph Smith, expanded by the Pratt Brothers, and organized by scholars James E. Talmage and B.H. Roberts. Readers will enjoy exploring the depths of Mormon theology not addressed in modern-day manuals or press releases and will be surprised at what Mormonism has to offer when asking such questions as what is the nature of God, how powerful is God, when does life begin, why do things exist, why does evil exist, what is beauty, what is right and wrong and how can we distinguish between the two, how do we learn, what is the nature of the universe, what is the nature of eternal relationships, what is sin, how much free will we have, what is the nature of man, and other such questions that have kept man from proper sleep since the beginning of time. It outlines as simply as possible how Mormonism would respond if it were a student in a Philosophy 101 class. This book presents an entire philosophical system from top to bottom for anyone wanting to better understand the metaphysical foundation of Mormonism. The result is an invitation for all of us to evaluate our own personal philosophies and live an examined life worth living. Philosophy is a study of the good life, and we all need a little bit more good in our lives.
Download or read book Understanding the Book of Mormon written by Ross Anderson and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2009-08-30 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mormons, or members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, form a growing population in both numbers and influence. Yet few people have more than a passing knowledge of the document that defines and drives this important movement—the Book of Mormon. A former Mormon and an adult convert to Christianity, author Ross Anderson provides a clear summary of the Book of Mormon including its history, teachings, and unique features. Stories from the author and other ex-Mormons illustrate the use of Mormon scripture in the Latter-day Saint church. Anderson gives special attention to how the Book of Mormon relates to Christian beliefs about God, Jesus, and the Bible. With discussion questions to facilitate group use and a focus on providing an accurate portrayal of Mormons beliefs, Understanding the Book of Mormon is an indispensable guide for anyone wishing to become more familiar with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and its most formative scripture.
Download or read book Outlines of Mormon Philosophy written by Lycurgus A. Wilson and published by Library of Alexandria. This book was released on 2020-09-28 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book As a Mormon written by Edgar A. DeMiller and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 127 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Mormon Doctrine Plain and Simple Or Leaves from the Tree of Life written by Charles W. Penrose and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2019-12-16 with total page 89 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Charles W. Penrose's "Mormon" Doctrine Plain and Simple; Or, Leaves from the Tree of Life, readers are presented with a thorough examination of the key tenets of Mormon doctrine in a clear and straightforward manner. Penrose's writing style is concise yet informative, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the principles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The book is set in the context of the Latter-day Saint Church's history and teachings, offering valuable insight into the beliefs and practices of the faith. Penrose's work is a valuable resource for those seeking to delve deeper into Mormon theology and its implications. Charles W. Penrose, a prominent figure in the Mormon community, drew upon his extensive knowledge and personal experiences to write this insightful book. As a former member of the First Presidency of the LDS Church, Penrose's perspective offers a unique and authoritative voice on Mormon doctrine. His dedication to sharing the truth and beauty of his faith is evident throughout the pages of this book. I highly recommend "Mormon" Doctrine Plain and Simple; Or, Leaves from the Tree of Life to readers interested in gaining a deeper understanding of Mormonism and its teachings. Penrose's expertise and passion for his subject shine through in this enlightening work.
Download or read book Mormon Doctrine Plain and Simple Or Leaves from the Tree of Life written by Charles W. Penrose and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-05-29 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mormon Doctrine Plain and Simple: Or Leaves From the Tree of Life is a book by Charles W. Penrose. It describes the core values and tenets of Mormonism in an easily understandable manner.
Download or read book Mormonism For Dummies written by Jana Riess and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-03-04 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get the facts on temples, tithing, missions, and caffeine Mormon doctrines, rituals, and history, demystified at last! Mormonism, or the LDS Church, is one of the world's fastest growing religions. But unless you were raised a Mormon, you probably don't have a clear picture of LDS beliefs and practices. Covering everything from Joseph Smith and the Book of Mormon to tithing and family home evening, this friendly guide will get you up to speed in no time. Discover: * How the LDS Church differs from other Christian churches * What Mormons believe * What happens in Mormon temples and meetinghouses * The history of the LDS Church * LDS debates on race, women, and polygamy
Download or read book An Imperfect Book written by Earl M. Wunderli and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: My first impression in reading this text was that it was rightly named in its title. Indeed the author intends to lead the reader through an exploration of a book that he describes as an imperfect book, and does so in a way that enables the book to speak for itself. Given the fact that so many approach the Book of Mormon through lenses already adjusted to read the text for apologetic purposes, I found the author's engagement of the Book of Mormon to be respectfully and critically refreshing. Feeling unable to rely on historians, archeologists, self-designated authorities, or others with sure knowledge of the Book of Mormon, the author turns to the book itself for what it might reveal about itself. Rather than turning to external evidences to vindicate the central claims of the Book of Mormon, the author invites the reader to explore internal evidences to be discovered in the book itself. He does this while engaging a broad range of contemporary scholarship. Dale E. Luffman, Association for Mormon Letters
Download or read book Mormon Doctrine Plain and Simple written by Charles William Penrose and published by . This book was released on 1882 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Philosophical Foundations of Mormon Theology written by Sterling M. McMurrin and published by . This book was released on 1979 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Doctrine Philosophy History of Mormons written by Joseph Smith Jr. and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2021-05-07 with total page 14253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This eBook collection has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Standard Works: The Bible (King James Version) The Book of Mormon (Another Testament of Jesus Christ) The Doctrine and Covenants The Pearl of Great Price Doctrine: Lectures of Faith by Joseph Smith The Wentworth Letter by Joseph Smith Discourses of Brigham Young Jesus the Christ by James E. Talmage Articles of Faith by James E. Talmage The Great Apostasy by James E. Talmage The Government of God by John Taylor Items on the Priesthood, presented to the Latter-day Saints by John Taylor A New Witness for God by B. H. Roberts The Mormon Doctrine of Deity by B. H. Roberts Defense of the Faith and the Saints by B. H. Roberts Gospel Doctrine: Selections from the Sermons and Writings of Joseph F. Smith A Rational Theology, as Taught by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day by John A. Widtsoe Joseph Smith as Scientist by John A. Widtsoe Key to the Science of Theology by Parley P. Pratt A Voice of Warning by Parley P. Pratt Letters Exhibiting the Most Prominent Doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Proclamation of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints History: History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints The Story of the Mormons by William Alexander Linn Essentials in Church History by Joseph Fielding Smith Biographies of Mormon Leaders: The Life of Joseph Smith the Prophet by George Q. Cannon The Mormon Prophet and His Harem (Biography of Brigham Young) by C. V. Waite The Life of John Taylor by B. H. Roberts Wilford Woodruff, Fourth President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Biography and Family Record of Lorenzo Snow by Eliza R. Snow The Autobiography of Parley Parker Pratt
Download or read book Wrestling the Angel written by Terryl Givens and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2015 with total page 423 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wrestling the Angel is the first in a two part study of the foundations of Mormon thought and practice. The book traces the essential contours of Mormon thought as it developed from Joseph Smith to the present. Terryl L. Givens, one of the nation's foremost scholars of Mormonism, offers a sweeping account of the history of Mormon belief, revealing that Mormonism is a tradition still very much in the process of formation.
Download or read book The Story of Mormonism The Philosophy of Mormonism Large Print Edition written by James E. Talmage and published by . This book was released on 2012-02-20 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Large print edition, with easy-to-read text, of Talmage's classic work.
Download or read book Outlines of Mormon Philosophy written by Lycurgus Wilson and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-12-08 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a short outline of Mormon doctrine written by one of the church's members. "Every person, whether consciously or not, gradually builds up, from his observations and reason, a system of philosophy by which he explains, to himself at least, the problems that the new experiences of his life present for solution. It is of great importance, therefore, that, instead of basing one's system of thought upon the contradictory hypotheses of speculative philosophy, we start right, so that our ideas on the questions of life may square with the truth as it is known to the Lord. And these considerations are the excuse for this work. This work is designed rather for study than for reading. To the hasty, illusioned reader, it will prove a short, dull book; but the studious reader, who can render a thought into experience, will find it a voluminous work, profusely illustrated with pictures such as no painter ever transferred to canvas; for to him, because of the nature of the subject, it will tell the whole beautiful story of life.
Download or read book Joseph Smith as Scientist written by John Andreas Widtsoe and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-11-20 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Joseph Smith as Scientist: A Contribution to Mormon Philosophy In the life of every person, who receives a higher edu cation, in or out of schools, there is a time when there seems to be Opposition between science and religion; between man-made and God-made knowledge. The struggle for recon ciliation between the contending forces is not an easy one. It cuts deep into the soul and usually leaves scars that ache while life endures. There are thousands of young people in the Church to-day, and hundreds of thousands through out the world, who are struggling to set themselves right with the God above and the world about them. It is for these young people, primarily, that the following chapters have been written. This volume is based on the conviction that there is no real difference between science and religion. The great, fundamental laws of the Universe are foundation stones in religion as well as in science. The principle that matter is indestructible belongs as much to theology as to geology. The theology which rests upon the few basic laws of nature is unshakable; and the great theology of the future will be such a one. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book Discourses in Mormon Theology written by James M. McLachlan and published by Greg Kofford Books. This book was released on 2007-01-01 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A mere two hundred years old, Mormonism is still in its infancy compared to other theological disciplines (Judaism, Catholicism, Buddhism, etc.). This volume will introduce its reader to the rich blend of theological viewpoints that exist within Mormonism. The essays break new ground in Mormon studies by exploring the vast expanse of philosophical territory left largely untouched by traditional approaches to Mormon theology. It presents philosophical and theological essays by many of the finest minds associated with Mormonism in an organized and easy-to-understand manner and provides the reader with a window into the fascinating diversity amongst Mormon philosophers. Open-minded students of pure religion will appreciate this volume’s thoughtful inquiries. These essays were delivered at the first conference of the Society for Mormon Philosophy and Theology. James M. McLachlan - Theological and Philosophical Possibilities of the Mormon Religion Grant Underwood - A “Communities of Discourse” Approach to Early LDS Thought James M. McLachlan - The Modernism Controversy: William Henry Chamberlin, His Teachers Howison and Royce, and the Conception of God Debate Richard Sherlock - Prayer and Divine Attributes Brian D. Birch - Theological Method and the Question of Truth: A Postliberal Approach to Mormon Doctrine and Practice Blake T. Ostler - The Relation of Moral Obligation and God in LDS Thought Benjamin Huff - Theology in the One-Room Schoolhouse Kelli Potter - Liberation Theology in the Book of Mormon Margaret M. Toscano - Is There a Place for Heavenly Mother in Mormon Theology? An Investigation into Discourses of Power Adam S. Miller - Messianic History: Walter Benjamin and the Book of Mormon James E. Faulconer - On Scripture, or Idolatry versus True Religion Robert L. Millet - What Do We Really Believe? Identifying Doctrinal Parameters within Mormonism
