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.

Thursday, July 11, 2019

The Light of the World: Solar and Astrological Symbolism Related to Jesus Christ

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What could be a better symbol of Jesus Christ than the sun? Like the Savior, it gives light and life to mankind. Christian tradition is ful...

Friday, April 19, 2019

Matthew 17:27—Thoughts on Money Found in a Fish

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Artist: Augustin Tünger, 1486 Of all of Jesus’s miracles, none is quite as unusual as the one found at the end of Matthew chapter 17. I...

Friday, February 22, 2019

Matthew 5:13 —The Salt of the Earth: A Metaphor for Personal Transformation

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Just as salt is refined through being dissolved and re-crystallized, we are purified by losing ourselves in Christ and re-emerging with cry...

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Thursday, February 7, 2019

The Alchemy of Eternal Marriage: How Esoteric Philosophy Supports Joseph Smith’s Revelations

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There are a lot of interesting connections between ancient esoteric teachings and Joseph Smith's revelations. In particular, the doctri...

Saturday, December 8, 2018

Latter-day Gnosis: Joseph Smith's Teachings on the Knowledge Required for Salvation

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You are familiar with the faith vs. works debate, but what is the role of knowledge in salvation? Read my article to find out what the Book...

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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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