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100 1 _aWidtsoe, John Andreas,
_d1872-1952
245 1 2 _aA Rational Theology, as Taught by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2011-03-12
508 _aProduced by the Mormon Texts Project. Volunteers: Benjamin Bytheway, Byron Clark, Ben Crowder, Tom DeForest, Eric Heaps, Jason Hills, Tod Robbins
520 _a"A Rational Theology, as Taught by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints" by John A. Widtsoe is an exposition of theological principles written in the early 20th century. The work aims to articulate the tenets of rational theology as understood by members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, emphasizing a framework grounded in human knowledge, reason, and experience. The book seeks to present a coherent and logical philosophical interpretation of religious doctrines without delving into arguments, allowing readers to perceive the compatibility of the Gospel with established truths. The beginning of the book outlines the concept of rational theology, emphasizing the need for a framework that aligns with man's understanding and experiences. It serves as an introduction to themes such as the nature of man in the universe, how knowledge is obtained, and the fundamental principles that govern existence. It posits that the pursuit of knowledge is integral to formulating a satisfactory religion and underscores the idea that the principles of the Gospel are rooted in universal laws that can enhance daily life. This foundation sets the stage for deeper explorations into topics like God's nature, man's agency, and the relationship between human beings and divine wisdom, inviting readers to engage with and reflect on the interconnectedness of faith and rationality. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aTheology
653 _aLatter Day Saint churches -- Doctrines
653 _aChurch of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints -- Doctrines
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35562
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