Project Gutenberg 2014-02-17 Public domain in the USA. 332 Taylor, John 1808 1887 The Government of God Produced by the Mormon Texts Project. Email tomnysetvold@gmail.com with corrections or to participate in proofreading of similar early Mormon texts. "The Government of God" by John Taylor is a theological and philosophical examination of divine governance, likely written in the mid-19th century. The work delves into the contrast between the order of God's government and the chaos of human governance, contemplating the moral and spiritual dimensions of existence and man’s relationship with the divine. Central to the discussions are themes of righteousness, accountability, and the eventual establishment of God's kingdom on earth. The opening of "The Government of God" introduces the author's intentions and overarching themes. It begins with a preface that reveals Taylor's aim to address the most cherished beliefs of his audience—those relating to the reign of righteousness and peace. The initial chapter lays the groundwork by illustrating the harmony and wisdom inherent in God's rule over creation, contrasting it sharply with the disorder seen in human societies. Taylor emphasizes that while God's governance is marked by order and beauty, human endeavors frequently result in confusion and misery, setting the tone for a discussion that seeks to highlight the need for divine intervention in restoring harmony to the world. The text outlines the premise that recognition of one's relationship to God and understanding the nature of existence is essential for redeeming human society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 57.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. en Latter Day Saint churches -- Doctrines Latter Day Saints -- Controversial literature Latter Day Saint churches -- Controversial literature Latter Day Saints -- Doctrines BX Text Latter Day Saints Category: Philosophy & Ethics Category: Religion/Spirituality 311776 2025-08-18T08:43:06.639232 text/html 286716 2024-10-24T02:47:38 text/html 176354 2025-08-18T08:43:11.438223 application/epub+zip 180200 2025-08-18T08:43:08.191246 application/epub+zip 180200 2025-08-18T08:43:07.180258 application/epub+zip 341113 2025-08-18T08:43:14.141205 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 319726 2025-08-18T08:43:10.851277 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 295406 2022-09-20T13:56:51.702758 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 302741 2025-08-18T08:43:06.281268 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 282948 2024-10-24T02:47:38 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 17406 2025-08-18T08:43:14.273223 application/rdf+xml 13708 2025-08-18T08:43:07.665236 image/jpeg 3601 2025-08-18T08:43:07.417232 image/jpeg 175691 2025-08-18T08:43:06.664229 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog en.wikipedia