The Government of God

The book The Government of God was written by John Taylor a notable leader in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). This book provides a thorough examination of Taylor's and other early Mormon leaders' religious and political ideas. In The Government of God John Taylor expresses the distinct Mormon viewpoint on government and society. He highlights the concept of true governance being founded on heavenly foundations and led by religious authority. Taylor and the early Mormons envisioned a theocratic society in which civil law and religious philosophy were inextricably linked. Taylor's work explores the concept of the Kingdom of God and how it connects to church and state government. He argues for religious freedom and the separation of religion and state as well as for a government that promotes moral ideals and principles. Taylor defends the LDS Church's principles and practices throughout the book addressing conflicts and critiques experienced by Mormons at the time.