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Mary Baker Eddy



Mary Baker Eddy (1821–1910) was an American religious leader, writer, speaker, and founder of The Church of Christ, Scientist, in New England in 1879. She also founded and published the Christian Science Monitor. She openly challenged conventional thinking in theology, science and medicine, and social norms imposed on women.

Mary Baker Eddy
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From the Collections: A Small Book Notes a Big Story

Eddy had begun regularly teaching students in 1870, two years before starting work on the textbook of Christian Science, which she called Science and Health.

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FindCenter Quotes ImageHappiness is spiritual, born of truth and love. It is unselfish; therefore it cannot exist alone, but requires all mankind to share it.

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Mary Baker Eddy: Her Life and Legacy

Mary Baker Eddy rose from obscurity to become one of the most prominent women of the late 19th century and early 20th century. As the discoverer and founder of Christian Science, her ideas and writings have had a profound influence in religion, healthcare, publishing, and journalism.

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From the Collections: Young’s “Night Thoughts”

I will tell you the books and writers that I have loved best.

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Retrospection and Introspection by Mary Baker Eddy

Retrospection & Introspection by Mary Baker Eddy. Rev. Lux Newman recording.

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FindCenter Quotes ImageDivine love always has met and always will meet every human need.

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Mary Baker Eddy Founded a Religion with Equality at Its Core

Think of it for a moment: The story you are reading right now exists because of a woman who wasn’t even allowed to vote. - Karla Vallance

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Mary Baker Eddy’s Attleborough Lecture

...it is not to be wondered at that Mrs. Eddy was not understood, and that many passed out of the lecture room with inquiring looks upon their faces and with a doubtful shake of the head. - Eliot Hunt

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