Authentications
A variety of writings attributed to Mary Baker Eddy and early Christian Scientists are in circulation. These include essays, articles, prayers, reminiscences, anecdotes, and fragments.
The Library provides information about the authenticity of these writings. In some instances we are able to verify the authorship of documents. At other times we can confirm that they are inauthentic. On occasion the extant information is inconclusive.
Consult the list below to learn about documents that we are frequently asked to authenticate. If you would like more information about a document that is not listed, or would like to suggest an entry, please contact us at [email protected] or 617-450-7218.
Did Mary Baker Eddy write it? “My income is Life…”
Find out about the authenticity of this text.
Did Mary Baker Eddy write it? “Prayer for oneself”
Here’s what we know about this statement.
Did Mary Baker Eddy write it? “Inasmuch as I am God’s child…”
Here’s the answer to a frequently asked question.
Did Mary Baker Eddy write it? The authorship of “Money Thought”
Here’s background on a document that has circulated widely over the years.
Did Mary Baker Eddy write it? Authenticating “Notes by Judge Hanna” on Christ and Christmas
Did Hanna play any role in setting down the book’s illustrations?
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