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A serene mosque courtyard with a resting sword evokes debates on violence in Islam.
Dialogue

Beyond the Sword: Challenging the Myth of Islam’s “Inherent” Violence

Is Islam a Fundamentally Violent Religion? Extremist acts stem from political aims, with most Muslims opposing terror.

Jacob Tubbs March 17, 2025
A person engages with a digital companion on a park bench, highlighting the emotional gap created by artificial relationships.
Social Media

Counterfeit Companion: The Dangerous Allure of Digital Companions

Why do AI companions pose a threat? They draw individuals into self-focused worlds, replacing genuine connection with emotional detachment.

Kristine Stringham January 22, 2025
A dinner scene shows how an olive branch and conflict resolution skills can bridge divides.
Dialogue

Peacemaking, Redefined: Why Civility Feels So Radical

Can humor and science help heal divisions? A unique approach reveals empathy and connection as keys to peacemaking.

Skyline January 17, 2025
A bridge scene showcasing dialogue and the conciliatory strength of Latter-day Saint voices in fostering unity.
Editorials

Our Year in Review: When Moderation Sparks the Loudest Debate

Our year in review: A thriving faith community built on collaboration, debate, and shared values.

Public Square Staff January 3, 2025
A home office setting highlights the CES Letter’s impact on personal faith exploration via technology.
News Media

Doubt in the Digital Age: How a Perfect Storm of Random Forces Inflated the CES Letter Beyond Its Merits

What triggered the wide dissemination of the CES Letter? Examining a perfect storm of tech, naivety, and scholarly silence.

Brian Hales December 30, 2024
A lone athlete embodies the attributes of Christ by showing resilience in the face of adversity.
Tolerance

Religious Intolerance As Sport: Turning the Other Cheek

How can persecution be addressed? Moral resolve and peacemaking counter hostility more effectively than retaliation.

Calvin Barrett December 18, 2024
Media misusing Nazi comparisons to incite division against a faith group.
News Media

How The Media’s Nazi Comparisons Fan the Flames of Division

Do Latter-day Saints favor Nazi ideology? Dangerous analogies distort history and polarize conversations.

Jacob Mayberry November 20, 2024
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Media & Education

The Strange Faith Crisis at the Heart of ‘Heretic’

Is ‘Heretic’ alone in siding with atheism? Many films show similar bias, but they all seem to misunderstand one fundamental thing about the faithful.

Mariah Proctor November 18, 2024
A couple reading opposing views together, symbolizing political tolerance in relationships.
Family Matters

The Great Idea of America: Lessons from a Mixed-Politics Marriage

Can opposing political views coexist in personal relationships? Absolutely, with active listening and genuine respect.

Loren Marks October 28, 2024
A crowd misled by loud misinformation symbolizing the dangers of pop psychology.
Dialogue

Veneereal Disease: The Epidemic of Information Promiscuity

Why does information promiscuity matter? We can unintentionally spread misinformation and harm faith.

Jeffrey Reber September 30, 2024
A majestic bridge spanning a vast chasm, symbolizing the connection between science and religion.
Gospel Fare

A Letter to Latter-day Saint Science Students

Do science and faith conflict? Both can contribute to our understanding of the gospel and our faith in Jesus Christ.

Talmage D. Egan August 21, 2024
A radiant light illuminates a flourishing landscape, representing the divine purpose of evolution in the world.
Gospel Fare

Evolution and the Eternal: Finding Purpose Through Science

Are evolution and religion at odds? Wilkinson argues they are not by exploring profound discoveries that reveal a divine purpose.

Sam Wilkinson August 9, 2024
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