Turn Not Aside: Insights on Scripure and Symbolism

Scripture-based scholarship and inspiration. Topics include the Endowment, symbolism in the Book of Mormon, and how to apply Biblical teachings to modern life.

Friday, October 19, 2018

Nephi’s Alchemy: Metallic Symbolism in the Book of Mormon

There is a recurring pattern of metals that can be found in 1 Nephi, Nebuchadnezzar's dream, Moses's tabernacle, and Solomon's ...

Wednesday, September 12, 2018

Why I Joined the Freemasons

The social, historical, and spiritual appeal of the world's oldest fraternity.... Illustration by the author, Matthew Streeter, goua...

Friday, June 29, 2018

The Sword of Laban and the Liahona: Symbols of Justice and Mercy

What Nephi’s artifacts can teach us about the nature of Christ and the importance of obedience Replicas by David A. Baird. Photograph ...

Wednesday, June 6, 2018

Dualistic Symbols in the Book of Mormon and LDS Temple Endowment

Did you know that justice and mercy, male and female, and heaven and earth are all represented using the same pairs of symbols? These sym...

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Matthew Streeter: Hi, I'm an ordinary guy who is trying to follow Jesus and to understand the scriptures. I like to write my discoveries and insights in this blog, and I hope it can benefit you!

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