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How did Eddy refer to “hygiene”?
Read what the term ‘hygiene’ signified to Mary Baker Eddy and see how she used it in her writings on Christian Science.
Did the Monitor report on the 1921 Tulsa massacre?
Check out some significant and informative coverage from a century ago by The Christian Science Monitor.
Are books about Eddy searchable online?
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Does The Secret Garden have connections with Christian Science?
Find out how this famous work of Frances Hodgson Burnett does and doesn’t relate.
What did Eddy say about reporting and treating contagious diseases?
Learn how she responded to public concerns on these issues.
Are Journal directories searchable online?
See how you can access publications dating back to 1883.
How were the members of the Bible Lesson Committee selected?
Here’s some background on a question we get asked.
How did Eddy face times of housing insecurity?
Read about several decades in which the founder of Christian Science prevailed in the struggle to keep a roof over her head.
Does Christian Science have a connection to Freemasonry?
Find out the impact this fraternal order had on Eddy’s life.
What was the Christian Science Series?
Learn about the little-known second periodical issued by The Christian Science Publishing Society.
Did Mary Baker Eddy ever revive Calvin Frye from death?
Read our latest discussion on this frequently asked question.
Did Eddy require her students to preach without notes?
Learn about some of the background and context that our research staff has uncovered.
What did Eddy say about Eastern thought systems?
Learn about some of her statements on such religions as Buddhism and Hinduism.
Did Eddy ever visit The Mother Church Extension?
Here’s what we know…the findings may surprise you!
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