DISCUSSION “Kingdom of Matthias”

does anyone know any of these questions about this book? thanks



1. Why did Elijah Pierson, an evangelical missionary, join Robert Matthews’s cult?



2. Why did Christian extremism and resurgent Judaism have a certain attraction for 19th century Americans? What does Matthias’s success tell us about the time period?

3. How did the role of women in 19th century American Christianity drive the Kingdom?

4. What was the real impact of Matthias’s Kingdom on 19th century America?

5. Why do you think Matthias sought out Joseph Smith? Why was Smith not impressed?
 

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We aren't going to do your homework for you, if that's what you're asking. Regardless, I haven't read the book, so despite how fascinating it sounds, I personally can't help you.

I'm a Mormon, so I could guess at the last question though. Joseph Smith likely wasn't impressed at Matthias because there were plenty of would-be prophets both outside and within Mormonism; there were quite a few members who saw themselves as just as much a prophet as Smith was.
 
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