Orson F. Whitney

Broschiertes Buch

Saturday Night Thoughts

Beschreibung

"Saturday Night Thoughts" is an idea-upsetting and reflective collection of essays through Orson F. Whitney, an outstanding leader, and theologian in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). Published in the early twentieth century, this book offers readers a profound exploration of numerous philosophical, spiritual, and moral topics. Orson F. Whitney's essays in "Saturday Night Thoughts" delve into the complexities of existence, religion, and human lifestyles. He contemplates profound questions about the reason of life, the character of God, the significance of struggling, and the importance of moral standards. Whitney's writings reflect his deep religious insights and his commitment to addressing the existential questions that resonate with people of all backgrounds. One of the book's superb capabilities is its ability to bridge the distance between non-secular conviction and highbrow inquiry. Whitney's essays provide readers with an opportunity to engage with undying philosophical ideas in the context of his LDS faith, making this painting relevant to each religious and secular audiences. "Saturday Night Thoughts" is a testament to Orson F. Whitney's highbrow depth and his capacity to articulate complicated ideas in a clean and handy way. His writings maintain to encourage readers to ponder lifestyle's most profound questions and are seeking for which means and reason in their personal religious and philosophical journeys.

Autor

Ferguson, Orson Whitney, born in Salt Lake City, Utah Territory, was a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) from 1906 until his death on May 16, 1931. Horace K. Whitney and Helen Mar Kimball raised Whitney. Whitney's father, Horace, fixed type for the Deseret News' first publication and served as a printer for the newspaper for 21 years. Whitney was a professor, politician, journalist, poet, and historian. Whitney began his writing career as a young man in 1878 with the Deseret News' commercial office, ultimately becoming a reporter and the city editor. Whitney was a missionary for the LDS Church in Pennsylvania and Ohio. During his LDS Church mission in Europe from 1881 to 1883, he served as editor of the church newspaper Millennial Star. Whitney taught English and theology at Brigham Young College in Logan, Utah, in 1896 and 1897. Whitney acquired the job of Assistant Church Historian in 1899 and held it until he was called as an apostle. Whitney was also interested in Salt Lake City and Utah politics.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books LLP
• Seitenzahl: 238
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Dezember 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 14mm
• Gewicht: 282g
• ISBN-13: 9789359329666
• ISBN-10: 9359329665
• Artikelnr.: 69826877