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Modern commentary on an ancient theme—administered by Adam, composed in Christ, sealed by Smith, and published by Pratt: principles for the final development of universal peace, truth, and knowledge.

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    • Key to the Science of TheologyRead the entirety of the great Apostolic work—including the preface—published in 1853
      • Chapters I – IVA historical synopsis of the intermittent presence of this science among men
        • Chapter ITheology—its definition—historical illustrations
        • Chapter IIDecline and loss of this science among the Jews
        • Chapter IIIProgress, decline and final loss of the science of Theology among the Gentiles—foreshadowings of its restoration for the ushering in of the Millennium
        • Chapter IVRise, progress, decline and loss of the science of Theology on the Western Hemisphere, as brought to light by the late discovery of Ancient American Records
      • Chapters V – XThe Gospel of Jesus Christ with its priesthood and ordinances at the head of this science
        • Chapter VKeys of the mysteries of the Godhead
        • Chapter VIOrigin of the Universe
        • Chapter VIIDestiny of the Universe
        • Chapter VIIIKey of Knowledge, Power and Government
        • Chapter IXRevival, or restoration of the science of Theology, in the present age
        • Chapter XKeys of initiation in practical Theology
      • Chapters XI – XVIIA pseudo appendix of “mysteries” finally unmasked by this science
        • Chapter XIPhilosophy of Miracles
        • Chapter XIIAngels and Spirits
        • Chapter XIIIDreams
        • Chapter XIVThe world of Spirits
        • Chapter XVResurrection, its times and degrees—first, second and third heavens; or, the Telestial, Terrestrial and Celestial kingdoms
        • Chapter XVIFurther remarks on man’s physical and intellectual progress—Philosophy of will, as originating, directing and controlling all voluntary animal motion—astounding facts, in relation to the speed, or velocity of motion, as attainable by physical man—intercommunication of the inhabitants of different and distant planets
        • Chapter XVIILaws of marriage and procreation
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  • Blog: Doctrinal ExpositionsLong-form essays covering various doctrinal subjects from multiple angles
  • Blog: Daily DevotionalShort-form, frequent posts focusing on a single aspect or two of a given topic
    • CommentarySynchronizing truth, doctrine, and scripture—one bite at a time
    • ExegesisScriptural analyses utilizing manuscripts in Greek and Hebrew
    • PoetrySometimes prose fails the writer to convey an inspired thought
    • The Book of Walks With GodInstallments of the First Nations Version of the Book of Mormon as they are completed
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Category: Commentary

Synchronizing truth, doctrine, and scripture—one bite at a time

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Plain & Precious Keys for Decoding Adam-God Scriptures

22 May 202322 May 2023
One of the least understood yet monumental doctrines restored in this last dispensation is the identity of our Father and God as someone who was no stranger to this earth…
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What’s Wrong with Loud Laughter?

12 Mar 2023
With the return to the earth of the fulness of the Gospel of Jesus Christ there have come many insights into the operation and diversity of spirits. Though the culture…
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A Dialogue Between Joseph Smith and the Devil

30 May 2022
What follows is an adaption of a work by Parley P. Pratt entitled, A Dialogue Between Joseph Smith and the Devil. The original was published on January 1st of 1844…
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What Did Parley P. Pratt Look Like?

23 May 2022
The first saints of the restoration have a near-mythical place in the minds of modern mormons. This status is not without reason: the first generation of the church maneuvered through…
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Keeper of the Gate

17 May 202217 May 2022
In the Book of Mormon we read commentary from Nephi that appears to indicate that the only person who will stand to admit or deny us to heaven will be…
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Perfectionism

17 Apr 2022
Jesus said, "I would that ye should be perfect even as I, or your Father who is in heaven is perfect" (3 Ne. 12:48). This commandment hearkens back to the…
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The Second Death

21 Jan 202221 Jan 2022
Most often, the second death is considered as a solely spiritual malady, namely of being cut off from the presence of God (as in Adam’s case after the fall [see…
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“Our Lamps Are Going Out”

4 Jan 20227 Jan 2022
In the parable of the ten virgins, two parties are differentiated by the possession of a non-transferable asset. The asset is defined, allegorically, by certain qualities: It provides illuminationIt produces…
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Is Looking at Pornography Adultery?

3 Nov 20217 Jan 2022
Under the Law of Moses, a wife was considered to belong to her husband. To quote Joseph Smith, the full Law of God had in mind that women "should be…
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Jehovah and Q&A

27 Oct 20216 Apr 2022
Following is a series of questions I've received in response to my posts on Jehovah along with my answers: Q: So, was Jesus named Jehovah in the pre-mortal life or…

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The Key to the Science of Theology is a book written by the Apostle Parley P. Pratt, published in 1855, two years before his martyrdom. The author of this site, Joseph, has studied the Gospel of Jesus Christ as restored through the Prophet Joseph Smith Jr. in great depth for over a decade. It is his conviction that the writing of Parley P. Pratt most accurately conveys in succinct form what Joseph Smith Jr. had been piecing together all his life. This blog is an ode to that triumphant work and the glorious future it prophetically envisions.

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