Absurdities of immaterialism

Name: Absurdities of immaterialism
Author: Orson Pratt

By Orson Pratt

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The author presents a systematic rebuttal of immaterialist claims, challenging definitions that separate mind or spirit from space and matter and arguing that truths about existence and geometry remain independent of human ideas or sacred texts. He scrutinizes the notion of an immaterial substance, contending that such a concept requires properties wholly unlike matter and that ordinary reasoning supports a material account of substance. Emphasizing clear definitions and logical analysis, the text maintains that knowledge is the perception of relations among things and asserts that immaterialism generates contradictions concerning place, properties, and the nature of existence.

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Orson Pratt

Orson Pratt was a prominent 19th-century theologian and writer known for his contributions to the discourse surrounding Mormonism and its doctrines. A member of the early Latter Day Saint movement, Pratt was an influential figure in the development of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His works often explored complex theological issues, including the nature of God and the legitimacy of polygamy as presented in the Bible. Notable titles include "Divine Authority; Or, the Question: Was Joseph Smith Sent of God?" and "The Bible and Polygamy: Does the Bible Sanction Polygamy?" Through his writings, Pratt sought to articulate and defend the beliefs of his faith, leaving a lasting impact on Mormon literature.