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Delve into the rich theological landscape crafted by Parley P. Pratt, a key figure in the early days of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Originally published in 1855, Key to the Science of Theology stands as a foundational text in Mormon thought. Pratt navigates a broad spectrum of theological themes, starting with a spiritual history of the Jews and Gentiles and their evolving relationship with God. He then ventures into the unique cosmology of the Latter-day Saints. Drawing extensively from the scriptures—both the Old and New Testaments, as well as LDS revelations—Pratt ...

This volume seeks to present a concise yet original perspective on the Science of Theology, drawing insights from revelation, history, prophecy, reason, and analogy. It aspires to be an introductory key to understanding the foundational principles of the divine science it explores. If it can illuminate the past, present, and future for its readers, encourage investigation and inquiry, and foster unity among people of diverse nations and religions based on the unchanging, infinite truths of the divine, then it will have fulfilled the purpose envisioned by the author.