The Bible and Polygamy: Does the Bible Sanction Polygamy?

Name: The Bible and Polygamy: Does the Bible Sanction Polygamy?
Author: Orson Pratt

By Orson Pratt

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A transcript of a public debate and accompanying materials in which opposing interpreters lay out competing readings of Scripture on the permissibility of plural marriage. The collection presents the participants' arguments, several related sermons by church leaders, and correspondence that frames the dispute, tracing how selected biblical passages are analyzed for their linguistic, theological, and moral implications. Organized as debate record, sermonic exposition, and letters, the volume lets readers compare hermeneutical methods and doctrinal claims while surveying the social and ethical questions the controversy raises.

About the Author

Orson Pratt

Orson Pratt was a prominent 19th-century theologian and writer known for his contributions to the discourse surrounding Mormonism and its doctrines. A member of the early Latter Day Saint movement, Pratt was an influential figure in the development of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His works often explored complex theological issues, including the nature of God and the legitimacy of polygamy as presented in the Bible. Notable titles include "Divine Authority; Or, the Question: Was Joseph Smith Sent of God?" and "The Bible and Polygamy: Does the Bible Sanction Polygamy?" Through his writings, Pratt sought to articulate and defend the beliefs of his faith, leaving a lasting impact on Mormon literature.