The Seer

by Orson Pratt

The Seer (Prominent Works in Mormon History)

Genres: Religion, Church, Nonfiction, Mormonism

Hardcover

First published January 1, 1854

About the author

American mathematician and religious leader who was an original member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

Reviews

[Steven Farnsworth]

Clear teachings on pre-existence, celestial marriage, eternal life, gathering of Israel, the millennium and more. Direct and clear explanations of lds teachings in years close to Joseph smith jr and Brigham young eras.

[Heather]

I want to read this book because some one on my women in the scriptures blog shared this quote from it. So interesting.

"Every good principle which you would have your children inherit should be predominant and reign in your own bosoms; for, though the spirits are pure and heavenly when they enter the infant tabernacle, yet they are extremely susceptible of influences either for good or for bad. The state of the parents' minds at the time of conception, and the state of the mother's mind during her pregnancy, will be constitutionally impressed upon the offspring, bringing with it consequences which, in a degree, have a bearing upon the future destiny of the child."

[-uht!]

Mainly a defense of polygamy. Very well written and writes a convincing case for why polygamy is consistent with Old and New Testament Christianity. The prattling of a horny man wanting to bang 16 year-olds, but a fascinating read.

[Ernie Dawson]

The only book of its kind. It is a photo reproduction of an original paper which was published in 1853. Great thinking from one of the finest minds of the 19th century. Not sure when I read this. Date is only a guess.

[Micmoc]

For those interested in the original mormonism, an essential book on the topic.