Parallel: Seek learning by study and by faith

In Mormon Belief: Seek learning by study and by faith I gave a scripture in which the Lord said we should seek learning by both study and faith. Scientific research is one way we learn by study, and scripture study and prayer is one way we learn by faith. Both are important to our growth as individuals and societies.

Latter-day Saints have traditionally done well in school. As a group we have exceptionally high rates of completion of secondary and higher education. We have our share of prominent scholars. These achievements are, I believe, because LDS take the Lord seriously and literally when he said to seek learning by study and by faith.

Scientists are discovering that reading, completion of school, and similar activities have beneficial effects on our growth and development.