Item Detail
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25760
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2
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0
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English
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Materialism and Mormonism : The Early Twentieth-Century Philosophy of Dr. John A. Widtsoe
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Journal of Mormon History
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Summer 2010
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36
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3
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Salt Lake City, UT
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University of Illinois Press; Mormon History Association
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1-26
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In this article, Ford explores how the early Mormon chemist John A. Widstoe developed a philosophy that harmonized scientific findings with spiritual beliefs. After outlining this philosophy, Ford discusses its strengths and weaknesses and draws comparisons to liberal Christianity. Finally, Ford explains how these philosophies continue to influence the LDS Church's response to new scientific discoveries.