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“The important ferment that has been occurring recently in the Mormon intellectual community has been a well-kept secret in the larger world. Paul and Margaret Toscano, whose impressive book could do much to remedy this unfortunate situation, present a stimulating case for a Mormonism in which grace and justice play a much more prominent role. Strangers in Paradox deserves the careful and critical attention of both Mormons and non-Mormons alike.” —Richard J. Mouw, Provost and Professor of Christian Philosophy and Ethics, Fuller Theological Seminary
“What the authors have to say about male and female in the Godhead, about monogamy and polygamy, about the ordination to the priesthood of men and women, reflects a life in religion lived in the fullness of the human.” —Ann and Barry Ulanov, authors, Religion and the Unconscious |
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“Well thought-out and documented, Strangers in Paradox makes a good contribution to what Latter-day Saints are thinking about themselves and will open up thinking both on the role of women and the mystical nature of the concept of paradox.” —Paul Edwards, director, Temple School, Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and author, Preface to Faith: A Philosophical Inquiry into RLDS Beliefs “Strangers in Paradox proves that Joseph Smith’s prophetic insights are resilient, even timeless, when recrafted by modern mythmakers of similarly prodigious talent.” —Daniel H. Rector, publisher, Sunstone magazine title page by Margaret & Paul Toscano Signature Books about the authors dedication epigraphs Were it not for our transgression we never should have had seed, and never should have known good and evil, and the joy of our redemption, and the eternal life which God giveth unto all the obedient. —Eve Thy mind, O man! If thou wilt lead a soul unto salvation, must stretch as high as the utmost heavens, and search into and contemplate the darkest abyss … —Joseph Smith When I leave this frail existence, copyright page Illustrator’s Note: The cover illustration to Strangers in Paradox: Explorations in Mormon Theology represents the Toscanos’ eclectic approach to their subject through a variety of symbols. The all-seeing eye represents God’s omniscience. The ministering angel is a messenger of good tidings whose wings suggest flight through time and space and between the celestial and earthly realms. The cross is the Christian symbol of atonement. The lion is a king, ruler, and an ancient Christian symbol of strength. The handclasp (ca. 1300 A.D.) represents friendship and love. The clasped hand is trusting, welcoming, and free of weapons. The oak leaf and acorn are symbolic of human potential for spiritual growth. The figures of Adam and Eve are adapted from the work of Albrecht Dürer, from the sixteenth century. Eve holds a candle in one hand, for light and knowledge, and a lily in the other, for purity. The golden drapery represents the sacred trust of motherhood. Adam holds an apple signifying the Fall. Adam and Eve lean toward one another representing their interdependence. The hand of God lifts the veil that separates the earth (the foliage) from the celestial worlds. The arch is placed between the veil and the foliage to show entrance into life on earth from a previous existence. ©1990 by Margaret and Paul Toscano. All rights reserved. Printed in the United States of America. ∞ Printed on acid free paper Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data 1. Mormon Church—Doctrines. 2. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—Doctrines. II. Title. |
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