The seer stone narrative has troubles. An important part of Joseph Smith's early life was a seer stone by which he claimed to be able to find hidden treasure. (Here is some information from the official LDS Web site about his practices and the existence of the...
Since leaving the Church, I have been puzzled that my many Mormon friends have not shown interest in engaging with me over the reasons for my disaffection. Arguing such points does not interest them nor me, but the elephant in the room is hard to...
The theme of sancity of life is a very personal one to me. Perhaps more than any other article I've written, “It Matters to This One” has been re-printed in many publications. Here's a short version of the article. May it bless you. IT MATTERS TO THIS ONE...
Traditional Masonic symbols are rampant in older LDS temples. Representations of beehives, heavenly bodies, clasped hands, the All Seeing Eye, the square, the compass, and cloud-painted ceilings are abundant in 19th-century Utah temples.[1] Many Masonic symbols which...
Many readers know that I have a personal stake, so to speak, in opposition to abortion. Â Here is a very interesting article about some like-minded people: Planned Parenthood Director Quits Abortion Business, Experiences Conversion at Starting Place of 40 Days for Life...
