Daniel C. Peterson's Blog, page 1157

The artistic gift

    “The artist is nothing without the gift, but the gift is nothing without work.”  (Emile Zola [1840-1902])    

New Testament 83

    Luke 6:46-49 Compare Matthew 7:21-27   As I’ve mentioned before, one would be hard-pressed — frankly, I think it an impossible task — to construct an argument for the doctrine of salvation by grace alone, without works, from the four New Testament gospels.  And this comment from Jesus, whether in its Lukan or [Read More...]

“1000 Join Muslim ‘Ring of Peace’ Outside Oslo Synagogue”

    http://abcnews.go.com/International/w...   I mentioned the other day that Muslims in Norway were planning to do this.  Thanks to Maija-Liisa Årsnes for calling my attention to an article indicating that it’s actually happened.   I’m very pleased, and I’m proud of those who organized this and who participated in it.    

How big is our solar system?

    Forget about the universe.  Forget about even our galaxy.  Just try visualizing how vast our solar system is.   This item is one of the best things I’ve ever seen for getting a sense of the sheer vastness of space:   http://joshworth.com/dev/pixelspace/p...   Thanks to Charles Steinman for calling it to my notice.   [Read More...]

“Don’t be afraid of questions: 6 tips for deepening your study of the Gospel”

    Here’s a nice little piece from Dr. Richard Gardner in the Deseret News that I recommend:   http://www.deseretnews.com/article/86...    

Of course, I only defend Mormonism because I’m a mercenary hack.

      Twice within the past few days, in the comments sections of two Utah newspapers in two distinct northern Utah cities, I’ve read the claim that I earn my living by defending The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.   This is false.   I earn my living as a professor of Islamic [Read More...]

“He spake many things unto them in parables”

    John Gee, Cassandra Hedelius, and Martin Tanner joined together for this, the 109th Interpreter Foundation scripture roundtable, in order to discuss New Testament Gospel Doctrine lesson #11.  That lesson is based on Matthew 13:   http://www.mormoninterpreter.com/scri...    

“Why family history is exploding”

    http://ldsmag.com/why-family-history-...   It’s a very good time for family history research.  Things are easier, and resources more plentiful and accessible, than ever before.   It’s an excellent time to get involved, or to ramp up your involvement.    

“How religion matters in the face of death”

    When it really matters.  When it’s not a game.  Not a mere occasion for sparring on the internet.   http://blogs.thearda.com/trend/featur...    

“Take my yoke upon you and learn of me”

    In Interpreter Roundtable 108, Martin Tanner and Bruce Webster discuss New Testament Gospel Doctrine lesson 10, focusing on Matthew 11-12 and Luke 7, 13:   http://www.mormoninterpreter.com/scri...