Matthew Fontaine Maury, Observatory, Washington, D.C. to "Sir", 1855 January 22
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents
In reply to his questions, states that he finds valuable knowledge of scientific matther in the Bible; refers to the idea that the solar sustem is moveing through space, possibly revolving around the constellation of the Pleiades; reference to the world being round in Pslams; evidence in Job for a knowledge of the laws of gravity; the length of a day during the creation was not twenty-four hours; in attempting to understand sciencre, he always keeping in mind that God created nature; therefore religion and nature must both be correct, even if the two seem to be saying something different; Soloman [sic] was aware of the circulation of the atmosphere; enjoys his study of the sea and the stars. 2pp. Tcy of LS Bears TN of Ann Fontaine Maury, Hirschfeld, undated, statng that a Mr. George Kemp gave Charles Walker Maury a copy of this letter. Bears TN by [Anne F.M. Hirschfeld], undated, introducing letter form Matthew Fontaine Maury.
Dates
- Creation: 1855 January 22
Creator
- From the Collection: Maury, James, Sr., 1718-1769 (Person)
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Extent
From the Collection: 6.31 Linear Feet
Language
From the Collection: English
From the Collection: French
Repository Details
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