Max H. Parkin papers,

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1 Overview of the Collection Creator Parkin, Max H., Title Max H. Parkin papers Dates (inclusive) Quantity 48 linear feet Collection Number Accn1539 Summary The Max H. Parkin papers ( ) center around Max Parkin (born 1930) and his teaching career at the Salt Lake City Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) Institute of Religion from 1968 to The collection contains materials on subjects such as the Book of Mormon, the Doctrine and Covenants, the Pearl of Great Price, the Bible, LDS Church history and doctrine, polygamy, Mormon apostates, Christianity and other world religions, science, and modernday events. These materials are in the form of correspondence, newspaper and magazine articles, pamphlets, essays, notes, lesson plans, speeches, outlines, and publications. Repository University of Utah Libraries, Special Collections. Special Collections, J. Willard Marriott Library University of Utah 295 South 1500 East Salt Lake City, UT Telephone: Access Restrictions Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law. Languages English Historical Note Max H. Parkin was born on 22 July 1930 in Sandy, Utah, and married Yvonne Hobberstad in He received his B.S. in Marketing and Economics at the University of Utah in 1955 and his M.A. and Ph.D. at Brigham Young University in 1976, both in History of Religion. Parkin's interest in religious history, specifically Mormon history, led to his teaching career at several LDS Church Seminaries and Institutes in Idaho and Utah from 1957 through Parkin published many articles on religious history in magazines such as BYU Studies, The Ensign, and Dialogue, and served on the editorial board for The Journal of Mormon History. Content Description 1

2 The Max H. Parkin papers ( ) center around Max Parkin (born 1930) and his teaching career at the Salt Lake City Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) Institute of Religion from 1968 to The collection contains materials on subjects such as the Book of Mormon, the Doctrine and Covenants, the Pearl of Great Price, the Bible, LDS Church history and doctrine, polygamy, Mormon apostates, Christianity and other world religions, science, and modern-day events. These materials are in the form of correspondence, newspaper and magazine articles, pamphlets, essays, notes, lesson plans, speeches, outlines, and publications. Use of the Collection Restrictions on Use It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Permission to publish material from the Max H. Parkin papers must be obtained from the Special Collections Manuscript Curator. Preferred Citation Initial Citation: Max H. Parkin papers, Accn 1539, [ ]. Special Collections and Archives. University of Utah, J. Willard Marriott. Salt Lake City, Utah. Following Citations: Accn Administrative Information Acquisition Information Gift of Max H. Parkin in Processing Note Processed by Lisa Townsend in Separated Materials Photographs (P0659) and audio-visual materials (A0383) are located in the Multimedia Division of Special Collections. Please see the original register, located in the Special Collections reading room, for a more detailed overview of the collection. Detailed Description of the Collection Family Correspondence, Personal Correspondence,

3 South Cottonwood 15th Ward Also includes miscellaneous correspondence Research Studies and Questions Personal Correspondence, Research Studies and Questions General Personal Miscellaneous, A 3A 1 Biographical Information

4 2 Airline Tickets and Travel Information General Miscellaneous Salt Lake Institute of Religion Correspondence, Salt Lake Institute of Religion Correspondence, Also includes miscellaneous correspondence. Doctrine and Covenants, Introduction Course outlines and requirements, research information, and miscellaneous Sections Doctrine and Covenants Sections 11-38, Doctrine and Covenants Sections 41-56, Doctrine and Covenants Sections 57-76, Doctrine and Covenants Sections 77-88,

5 10 Doctrine and Covenants Sections , Doctrine and Covenants Sections , Doctrine and Covenants, Sections Official Declarations #1 and #2 Includes preliminary statements and congressional legislation prior to and about these Manifestos that stopped the practice of plural marriage and gave African-Americans the right to hold the priesthood Doctrine and Covenants, Refinements in 1981 Edition of the Book of Mormon Doctrine and Covenants notes Magazine Articles

6 LDS Church History, Introduction Class outlines, requirements, and research sources. 2-4 Restoration Background Research information, newspaper and published articles, graph ratios of membership. 5 Joseph Smith Family Heritage Genealogy and research articles. 6-8 Palmyra and the First Vision Notes, newspaper and published articles, and general research materials on Joseph Smith and Palmyra LDS Church History, The First Vision Book excerpts, magazine articles, and a personal account by Joseph Smith. 3-5 Moroni and the Gold Plates Pictures, articles, correspondence, and general research materials

7 6-7 Recent Discoveries of Ancient Manuscripts LDS Church History, Book of Mormon Translation Book of Mormon Witnesses Restoration of Priesthood Organization of the LDS Church Ohio and Missouri Beginnings LDS Church History, Jackson County, Missouri Troubles; Zion's Camp LDS Church Government Restoration Society and Philosophy

8 5-6 New Scriptures Research materials on Bible translations, Egypt, and ancient papyrus scrolls "Zion's Advocate," vol. 7 no LDS Church History, Joseph Smith's Translation of the Bible Articles and outlines. 2-4 Kirtland, Ohio History of the Kirtland Temple and problems Latter-day Saints had in Kirtland, land records, oral histories, and articles. 5-6 Clay County and Upper Missouri Developments Maps, essays, and articles England Mission LDS Church History, Kirtland Reserve File

9 Articles, notes, general research materials. 3-7 Nauvoo, Illinois Essays, articles, and research materials on the establishment, growth, doctrinal development, and causes of conflict in Nauvoo LDS Church History, Political Causes of Conflict in Nauvoo Articles of Faith Joseph Smith Research materials on Smith's martyrdom and trial, his "mantle," and the Saints' reactions to him LDS Church History, Brigham Young Biographical materials on his life and succession as prophet Keys to the Twelve

10 4 Renewal of Mob Violence Proposed New Locations Apostate Groups LDS Church History, Apostate Groups Exodus from Nauvoo Mormon Battalion and Pioneers Maps, articles, Mormon settlements, and pamphlets Winter Quarters The West Maps and research materials showing the West before and after settlement and the Mexican War. 6-7 Pioneer Camp Maps, pictures, and general research on the Mormon Pioneer Trail LDS Church History,

11 Founding of Salt Lake City, Utah Utah Political Organization Articles. 5-6 Colonization of Utah Research on settlements and exploration by Mormons. 7 Cultural Beginnings The Deseret Alphabet is the focus of this material. 8 Home Industries Articles on fabric, cotton, and sugar production LDS Church History, Reformation Conflicts Articles, maps, and historical accounts of conflicts such as the Mountain Meadows Massacre Utah War Civil War and Utah Conflicts Articles and research on civil discord, Camp Douglas, and mining. 4 Isolation Ends Material covering subjects such as transportation, communication, and reputation of the Mormons

12 5 Later Schisms Essays and articles on the Morrisites, the Godbeites, and Walter Murry Gibson. 6 Economics Articles and essays on Zion's Cooperative Mercantile Institution and the United Order. This folder also contains photocopies of Deseret currency. 7 Cultural and Religious Developments Pictures, maps, articles, and the general history of the Deseret Alphabet, the Salt Lake Temple and Salt Lake Tabernacle LDS Church History, Brigham Young Articles and essays on his personality and death. 2 John Taylor and Ecclesiastical Developments Information on new scriptures and hierarchial changes Mormon Colonization in Mexico, Canada, and Arizona Polygamy Pictures, articles, and general research. Includes information on anti-polygamy and the "Underground Raid." 6 George Q. Cannon Biographical information and materials covering general events of his time John Taylor's Vision

13 8 Settlement of Church Properties LDS Church History, Wilford Woodruff Biographical information, articles on temple and genealogy work, and research on the Polygamy Manifesto Utah Statehood General Information Newspaper and magazine articles, history outlines, pictures LDS Church History, Twentieth Century Introduction History outlines and newspaper articles. 2 Lorenzo Snow Biographical information, and magazine and book articles. 3 B. H. Roberts Case Magazine articles and notes

14 4-5 Joseph F. Smith Biographical information and his doctrinal contributions Historical Landmarks and Buildings New Conflicts General research on Reed Smoot as apostle and senator, and on the Second Manifesto LDS Church History, Priesthood Development Prohibition and the Word of Wisdom Senator Thomas Kearn's Attack and the American Party News articles and essays Heber J. Grant's Administration Great Depression and Welfare Research papers and articles The Fundamentalist Issue LDS Church History,

15 30 1 History of Church Education Articles, reports, and research. 2 Development of Doctrine Articles and outlines. 3 World War II and the Church Newspaper and magazine articles and First Presidency statements George Albert Smith David O. McKay Joseph Fielding Smith Church Business and Finance Newspaper articles LDS Church History, Harold B. Lee Spencer W. Kimball Ezra Taft Benson Howard W. Hunter

16 5 Gordon B. Hinckley The LDS Church of the Future Articles, history outlines, membership data. 7 Church Growth in the Twentieth Century Charts, outlines, articles, and graphs LDS Church History, Twentieth Century Mormonism, A Changing Image Articles, graphs, and outlines. 2-3 Succession in the Presidency Research notes, talks, and articles. 4 Prophet as Seer and Revelator Materials defining the words "prophet, seer, and revelator." 5 Wilford Woodruff's Diary Typescript and photocopied excerpts LDS Church History,

17 1 Brigham Young's Discourses Joseph Smith Articles, talks, and statements on his life and personality. 4-5 Ezra Taft Benson Includes correspondence, articles, statements, and essays as well as information on Senial Johnson LDS Church History, Ezra Taft Benson Orson Hyde Diary Typescript. 4 William Law Notes, articles, and "Record of Doings at Nauvoo in 1844." Abraham H. Cannon Journals Boyd K. Packer LDS Church History,

18 1-2 Bruce R. McConkie Richard G. Scott; Russell M. Nelson; Gene R. Cook; Russell M. Ballard; Ronald G. Poelman; and Dean L. Larsen 4 Neal A. Maxwell; Jeffrey R. Holland; George P. Lee; and Stephen L. Richards Paul Dunn Dallin H. Oaks LDS Church History, Leonard Arrington; Hugh Nibley; Michael Quinn; Robert L. Millet; and Brent Metcalf Peter Crowley; Wilfred Griggs; and Grant Underwood Bob Matthews Marvin Hill Women in the Church A Century of Relief Society, General Board of Relief Society: Salt Lake City Book of Mormon

19 8 "The Sermon on the Mount: What Its Textural Transformation Discloses Concerning the Historicity of the Book of Mormon," by Stan Larson Miscellaneous 1971 Doctrines of the Gospel, Course Outlines 2-4 Authority of Interpretation of LDS Doctrine Statements, articles, and talks. 5 Church of God or the Devil Articles and statements on various religions Doctrines of the Gospel, Gospel in Principle and Practice Articles, outlines, and notes. 2 Science and Religion Statements and articles

20 3 Teach the Truth Articles, statements, and correspondence on seeking truth in a religion. 4 Arguments for God and Truth Articles, pamphlets, notes, and statements The Nature of God The Trinity Jehovah as Christ, 1916 Declaration Notes, essays, and articles Doctrines of the Gospel, Mother in Heaven Name of God The Nature of Man Evolution and the Origin of Man Doctrines of the Gospel,

21 Evolution and the Origin of Man Research materials on the relation of science and religion to evolution Adam-God Development Doctrines of the Gospel, Adam-God Development Intelligences Pain and Suffering in the World Doctrines of the Gospel, The Atonement

22 3 Faith Repentance Baptism 6-7 Born of the Spirit Doctrines of the Gospel, Salvation Promptings of the Spirit Celestial Morality Second Death; and Gaining a Testimony Dispensations of the Gospel Priesthood The Apostasy 8-9 Joseph Smith; Scattering and Gathering of Israel; and the Twentieth Century The Family Moral Principles

23 Doctrines of the Gospel, Temple Endowment Zion and the Last Days Pearl of Great Price, Introduction Course outline and background information Book of Moses Old Testament Documentary Hypothesis Book of Abraham Includes research on ancient Egyptian texts, the Bible, and sample papyri Pearl of Great Price,

24 Book of Abraham Old Testament Writing and Language 4 Joseph Smith History Book of Matthew Articles of Faith Miscellaneous New Testament, Introduction Pamphlets, notes, articles, and background information. 6 Bible Versions Pamphlets, charts, articles, and Bible excerpts Synoptic Problem Charts and articles. 8 Jesus Temptatons, Birth and Baptism Jesus' Ministry, Overview 24

25 New Testament, Disciples and Apostles 2 Parables Born of the Spirit 4 Sermon on the Mount Bread of Life and Transfiguration 6 Light of the World and Miracles Sacrifice and Christian Love Service and Following Christ Gethsemane and Resurrection Canonization Roman Empire New Testament,

26 1 Inspiration of the Scriptures Paul and Acts Christianity Philosophy 5 Gnosticism 6 Thessalonians I and II 7 Galatians Corinthians I and II Romans New Testament, Prison and Pastoral Letters Epistles and Book of Revelation Introductions 3 Book of Hebrews 4 James Peter I and II John and Jude 26

27 7-9 Book of Revelation John the Baptist Historical and Doctrinal Files, Development of LDS Godhead Theology Lectures on Faith Church Educational System Research review articles Intellectuality, Orthodoxy, and the Gospel Mormon Money Digging Joseph Smith and Polygamy Historical and Doctrinal Files, Joseph Smith's 1826 Trial

28 2 Patriarchal Blessings Stan Larson, "King Follett Discourse" Temples and Temple Work The Endowment Historical and Doctrinal Files, Endowments and Second Anointing L. J. Nuttall Journal excerpts and notes The Holy Order Temple Ceremonies Published accounts Reed C. Durham, Masonic papers Mormonism and Masonry Historical and Doctrinal Files,

29 54 1 Nauvoo Mormon Masonry Church Educational System LDS Historical Sources Course Tests LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File, Spencer W. Kimball Theodore Turley Biographical and autobiographical bibliography. 5 Isaac Russell Twentieth Century Mormonism LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File,

30 1 Twentieth Century Mormonism Mormon History Association Religious Organizations Newsletters. 6 Rulon Allred Murder Newspaper articles , Stakes and Councils in Early Church History 1973 LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File, Joseph Smith III Blessing and newspaper articles Oliver Cowdery's History Anthon Transcript Articles and reports. 4 Joseph Smith's 1825 Letter Articles and typed copy of letter. 5 Joseph Smith's Folk Magic Environment Includes information on "White Salamander" murders committed by Mark Hofmann Martin Harris

31 Letter to W. W. Phelps and information on Martin Harris Pageant and Mark Hofmann included. 8 Lucy Mack Smith First Presidency Statements Changes in Ordinances Research on rebaptisms LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File, LDS Birth Control and Population Was Christ Married? Jesus Christ as God Historical Concept of God; Satan; Free Agency Pre-Existence; Law of Carnal Command; Perdition Ellen Gunnell Callister, "Political Career of Edward Henry Callister, " Typescript. 7 Marvin S. Hill, Critical Examination of "No Man Knows My History" Typescript, pamphlet, and articles Eldon L. Haag, "Historical Development of the Holy Eucharist" Folk Magic-God Makers

32 Correspondence, dictionary excerpts, articles, and court cases. 10 Saints Alive, "God Makers" Events in the Church Today LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File, Blood Atonement Enrichment Materials John Whitaker Diary excerpts Fatherhood 5 Teaching Techniques Wesley Walters Orson Pratt vs. Brigham Young Max Parkin, "Three Missing Kirtland Revelations" LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File,

33 60 1 Official Church Statements Mormon Detractors James B. Bossuet, An Exposition of the Doctrine of the Catholic Church in Matters of Controversie Photocopy Current Social Issues in Mormon Thought Council of Fifty; U.S. Constitution; Kingdom of God LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File, Council of Fifty and Political Kingdom of God "Negro" Problem Doctrine and Covenants Biographies and research papers Seventies Current Problems in LDS Church Correspondence with dissidents LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File,

34 Doctrine and Covenants Women and Priesthood Church History Bibliography Essays, reference lists, and notes Teachings of Living Prophets Mormon Liberalism Primary Organization Publications of the Church Church History Outlines of church history and biographical sketches of prophets and apostles. 9 Brigham Young University Religion class handouts LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File, Word of Wisdom

35 2 Gospel Questions Course Questions and answers First Presidency Statements Spaulding Manuscript Re-Opened LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File, Hendrickites Apostate Mormon Offshoots LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File, Russell R. Rich, Those Who Would be Leaders and Little Known Schisms of the Restoration; Hope A. Hilton, Joseph's Scattered Flock 2-6 Re-organized LDS Church Includes "rare" tracts and pamphlets

36 LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File, Church of Christ (Hancockites) Hugh Nibley Moses Thatcher and the Political Manifesto Bishops and Wards Essays on their history The Natural Man Earth Essays on age, creation, and geology. 7 LaMar Berrett and W. Wood Essays, correspondence, maps, and miscellaneous. 8 LDS Scientific Aspects of Origin of Man Essays and correspondence LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File,

37 1 Science and Religion Washing of Feet Essays Miracles and Godhead Steve Christensen Includes newspaper articles on Mark Hofmann Post Manifesto Polygamy LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File, Polygamy Law of Consecration and Stewardship Kinderhook Paltes Jane Manning James; Alexander Neibaur; John Henry Smith Biographical materials and journal excerpts. 6 Jesus, Parables Essays Kirtland papers Bill Hickman Biographical information. 9 Priesthood Correlation Essays and handbook

38 LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File, Joseph Smith as a Drinker Notes and manuscript Jerald Tanner Fred C. Collier Essays and notes by Collier. 4 John C. Bennett Essays on Bennett. 5 Thomas L. Kane; Reed Smoot; Truman Madsen; and Hartman Rector Articles and biographical information. 6 David O. McKay; George Romney; and G. Homer Durham Articles and biographical information. 7 Prominent LDS Leaders News articles. 8 Hawaii Background information on Mormon temples and missions in Hawaii LDS Church Welfare Program LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File,

39 70 1 Church Auxillaries Education in the Church Pamphlets, articles, manuals, talks, and essays LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File, Mormon Meadows Massacre Essays and correspondence LDS Fundamentalists Joseph Smith's Uncanonized Revelations Mormon History Association Newsletters and Book Awards Committee information. 6 "Growing Edge" Newsletters and correspondence LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File,

40 72 1 Anti-Mormon papers B. H. Roberts; Michael Marquart Essays, talks, and notes Brigham Young University Travel Study Church Educational System Summer Programs Week reports, correspondence, agreements, and miscellaneous. 5-6 Max Parkin, "History of the Latter-day Saints in Clay County, Missouri" Resurrection and Revelation LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File, Three Degrees of Glory; Anti-Mormon Literature Christian Denominations Counseling and Psychology Catholicism

41 7 American Religions Philosophy Radical Groups; Communism America's Future; Non-Mormon Revelations; LDS Prophecies 1960 LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File, Wicked America Newspaper articles. 2-4 Word of Wisdom Includes information on alcohol, tea, and coffee. 5 Reverence; Act or React; Myths in Mormonism; and Control Thoughts 6-7 Family Newspaper articles and essays. 8 Ten Commandments Information pamphlets and articles Christmas LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File,

42 75 1 Pornography Existentialism Early Church Personalities Art reproductions. 4 Places in Early Church History Art reproductions and articles on historical sites and temples. 5 Presidents of the Church Art reproductions and articles Pioneer Days in Church History "Salt Lake City Messenger" Religious Books; New Testament papers; and How We Got the Bible LDS History and Doctrine, Reserve File, Israel Pamphlets and historical information New Testament

43 3 "The Mimeographed Brochures," by the Reorganized LDS Church 4 John W. Bradley and Eugene R. Chancy, "Positive Evangelistic Approaches to LDS Doctrines" Research papers Miscellaneous Book of Mormon, Evidences Student Manual Background Information Maps, correspondence, notes, and studies. 5-6 Introduction Materials on testimony, evidences, and history Book of Mormon,

44 1-6 1 Nephi-Alma Lesson plans Book of Mormon, Helaman-Moroni Lesson plans. 4 Jay E. Adams, The Journal of Pastoral Practice Photocopies. 5 Changes in the Book of Mormon Text Research articles, essays, and notes Lamanites Miscellaneous 1962, 1966 LDS Institute and Teaching Files, General Information,

45 1-2 Self-Instruction Program, Courtship and Marriage Courses, and Old Testament Studies Student and teacher manuals Brigham Young University Faculty Agreements Seminary papers Class Evaluations and Rolls Faculty Minutes Classes and Social Events Announcements, programs, and schedules LDS Institute and Teaching Files, General Information, Classes and Social Events Announcements, programs, and schedules. 2 Commencement Programs Includes Salt Lake and Brigham Young University Institutes, and South Davis Stake. 3-4 Institute Faculty Biographies and pictures Articles and Newsletters LDS Institute and Teaching Files, General Information,

46 Articles and Newsletters Study Guides Directories and Rosters Medical Student Seminar Married Student's Seminar Faculty Luncheons High Council Lessons Faculty Polls Subject Files, Church Educational System Devotionals Correspondence and miscellaneous. 5 Encyclopedia of Mormonism Correspondence and essays

47 Subject Files, Heber C. Kimball Letters Photocopies. 2 "Historical Atlas of Mormonism" Correspondence and essays. 3 Missionary Work in North-Western States Mission Missionary plan Missouri Symposium Mormon History Association Annual meeting minutes and pamphlets. 6 Programs and Services Lesson excerpts and pamphlets. 7 Sesquincentenial History Project, History of the Latter-day Saints Outlines, correspondence, and essays. Includes letters from LDS General Authorities and First Presidency as well as general research information. 8 South Cottonwood Stake Programs and bishopric messages Research Publications and Essays,

48 85 1 Byron Marchant, "Mormon Exaggerations" Jerald and Sandra Tanner, "Mormonism Like Watergate?" Milton V. Backman, Jr., The Heavens Resound Book review by Max Parkin Dennis Lancaster, "Dixie Wine" Max Parkin, "Preliminary Analysis of the Dating of Section 10" 7 Impact: Weekday Religious Education Quarterly, vol "Through the Years: Occasional Writings of Heber C. Snell" Excerpts James J. Strang, Book of the Law of the Lord 1890 Research Publications and Essays, B. West Belnap, "Faith Amid Skepticism" Mark A. Strang, Diary of James J. Strang "Trial of the Stick of Joseph," Lecture Series BYU Max Parkin's Compiled Graduate papers

49 Volume 1 Histories of Some Apostate Churches From the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 1959 Research Publications and Essays, Max Parkin, Articles Ensign and Sunstone Marvin W. Cowan, "Mormon Claims Answered" 4 William P. Connors, "Opposition to Mormonism, : New Interpretation" Research Information for Publications and Essays Miscellaneous Northern Times, Photocopy of a newspaper published in Kirtland, Ohio. Reference Notecards 89 These notecards contain quotes, bibliographical, and biographical information. Miscellaneous,

50 90 1 Religious Materials Pamphlets, Christmas ballads, outlines, notes, maps, and quotes Photocopy Expenses Miscellaneous 1980 Names and Subjects Subject Terms : Mormon Church--History Mormons--Polygamy Religion and science Personal Names : Parkin, Max H., Archives Form or Genre Terms : Articles Correspondence Essays Instructional materials Microfilms Notes Pamphlets Speeches Titles within the Collection : Book of Mormon Doctrine and Covenants Pearl of Great Price Finding aid created by Lisa Townsend About Creative Commons Licenses in Archives West: 50

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