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114 gap statements mined from Mormonism, Religion, and History papers in our 4.5M-paper local library, which holds 1,362 papers on the topic — drawn mostly from each paper's own stated research gap, future-work, challenge and limitation notes, and its abstract. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one.

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  • There has been limited discussion of the coherence between the Methodist Conference's principles and the church's doctrinal standards. The paper identifies a gap in the understanding of the relationship between Wesley's theology and contemporary British Methodism. The study notes the limited attention given to the ways in which Wesley's theology has influenced developments in contemporary forms of Methodism.

    Was John Wesley Inclusive? · 2026 · DOI

  • Although a number of judges and scholars have proposed that the Establishment Clause be unincorporated,16 it remains unclear how the change would affect state action.

    Unincorporated, Unprotected: Religion in an Established State · 2005

  • The paper suggests that future research should focus on developing historically grounded, social-psychological frameworks for understanding Quakerism. The paper argues that future research should take into account the social and historical context in which Quakerism emerged and developed.

    Psychological and mystical interpretations of early Quakerism: William James and Rufus Jones · 1987 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the existing literature on Quakerism, which has been dominated by psychological and mystical interpretations. The paper notes that these interpretations have been limited by their ahistorical and acultural assumptions.

    Psychological and mystical interpretations of early Quakerism: William James and Rufus Jones · 1987 · DOI

  • Not only was all of this lacking in the 1607 edition that was edited by the author, but he also objected to the opinion of the Domican friar who was — as we have seen — a strong supporter of the preaching of the Apostles in the New World.

    The apostles in the new world: Monotheism and idolatry between revelation and fetishism · 1987 · DOI

  • The author highlights the need for a more nuanced understanding of the concept of mediating structures.

    The local church as a mediating structure · 1986 · DOI

  • Future research could explore the implications of the Quaker movement's language use for other social movements. Future research could examine the use of language in other historical contexts. Future research could analyze the significance of silence in Quaker culture.

    Let your words be few: Symbolism of speaking and silence among seventeenth century Quakers · 1986 · DOI

  • Further research could explore the contemporary implications of the ideology of the family in nineteenth century Mormonism. Research could examine the relationship between Mormon theology and modern attitudes toward family and kinship.

    Ideology of the family in nineteenth century Mormonism · 1986 · DOI

  • It highlights the need to examine the implications of this ideology for a conception of kinship.

    Ideology of the family in nineteenth century Mormonism · 1986 · DOI

  • It highlights the need for greater recognition and respect for the distinctiveness of black Christianity in Britain.

    BLACK CHRISTIANITY IN BRITAIN: SURVIVAL OR LIBERATION?: A WHITE PERSPECTIVE AND TESTIMONY · 1986 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a need to examine the concept of a public church. The author notes that the Church's public involvement has implications for its inner life.

    The discipline and dynamic of a public church · 1985 · DOI

  • Several other aspects of the sect-denomination typology could be examined for their applicability to eighteenth century Quakerism: rigidity or flexibility of doctrine; respectability or eccentricity; ease or difficulty of entry into the group; relative depth of members’ commitment; the relative force of the group’s claims on the members’ allegiance; and so 125.

    From Sect to Denomination? Social Developments in Eighteenth‐Century English Quakerism · 1984 · DOI

  • It highlights the need for educators to focus on the whole personality of students.

    The Case of Upbury Manor, a Plan for Pastoral Care · 1983 · DOI

  • Little research has been done on yard shrines outside of James Curtis' pioneer study. There is a lack of understanding of the cultural significance of yard shrines for Italian-Americans.

    Italian-American Yard Shrines · 1983 · DOI

  • There is a gap in the story regarding the defence of tithes by influential clergymen. The importance of the Rev. Richard Jones in effecting commutation successfully has not been fully explored.

    Anglican Clergymen and the Tithe Question in the Early Nineteenth Century · 1980 · DOI

  • One question remains to be tackled briefly, that of effects. In this way they have at least partially tamed it and so, for the time being, having made it a supreme object of value in their cult, also set It remains to be seen how long they can avoid the sharper implications of money as a "measure of man" in Burridge's sense (Burridge, 1969:42-4).

    THE RED BOX MONEY‐CULT IN MOUNT HAGEN 1968–71. (Part II) · 1980 · DOI

  • Other commentators maintain that unincorporation would have little effect on state action, which necessarily will be limited by the presence of a variety of faiths,21 state constitutional provisions protecting religion,22 and the federal Free Exercise and Due Process Clauses.

    Unincorporated, Unprotected: Religion in an Established State · 2005

  • The paper argues that the tradition has been overlooked in previous research.

    ORAL TRADITION: LEGACY OF FAITH FOR THE BLACK CHURCH · 1986 · DOI

  • The author must work with limited sources. The author cannot choose informants or question them.

    Let your words be few: Symbolism of speaking and silence among seventeenth century Quakers · 1986 · DOI

  • Balancing the need for community and intimacy with the requirements of traditional church architecture - Creating a sense of connection and belonging among worshippers - Designing a space that is both functional and aesthetically…

    Frank Lloyd Wright's Religious Architecture: Spaces for Communal Worship · 2026 · DOI

  • Further study of Frank Lloyd Wright's design approach and its application to modern architecture - Analysis of the impact of Unity Temple's design on the community and its members - Exploration of the role of religious architecture in shaping community…

    Frank Lloyd Wright's Religious Architecture: Spaces for Communal Worship · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research could explore the practical implications of the concept of a National Church - The idea of Christianity as a way of life that should guide social policies could be further examined - The role of Christianity in social improvement could be studied in more…

    The Concept of a National Church in Late Nineteenth‐century England and America* · 1986 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in understanding the coherence and continuity of Puritan convictions. It also identifies a gap in understanding the spirituality of the movement.

    Moderate Puritans and the Elizabethan church · 1985 · DOI

  • The paper identifies the challenge of defining religious and ethnic identity in a modern secular world. The paper discusses the challenge of finding a balance between participating in European society and remaining loyal to Jewish heritage.

    THE ANGLO-JEWISH MINISTRY IN EARLY VICTORIAN LONDON · 1985 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in our understanding of the relationships between religion and environmental conservation - It highlights the need to consider the unique interpretations of religious texts by different…

    Mormon beliefs about land and natural resources, 1847–1877 · 1985 · DOI

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Open questions raised by papers listed on this page include: (1) Although a number of judges and scholars have proposed that the Establishment Clause be unincorporated,16 it remains unclear how the change would affect state action (“Unincorporated, Unprotected: Religion in an Established State”, 2005); (2) The paper suggests that future research should focus on developing historically grounded, social-psychological frameworks for understanding Quakerism (“Psychological and mystical interpretations of early Quakerism: William James…”, 1987); (3) Future research could explore the implications of the Quaker movement's language use for other social movements (“Let your words be few: Symbolism of speaking and silence among seventeenth…”, 1986); (4) Further research could explore the contemporary implications of the ideology of the family in nineteenth century Mormonism (“Ideology of the family in nineteenth century Mormonism”, 1986); (5) There is a lack of understanding of the cultural significance of yard shrines for Italian-Americans (“Italian-American Yard Shrines”, 1983). 114 gap statements have been mined from Mormonism, Religion, and History papers in our 4.5M-paper local library, which holds 1,362 papers on the topic; the gaps come from whichever of those papers state one. They are mostly the research gaps the authors state and the papers' abstracts, plus future-work, limitations and challenges passages. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one, so you can read the original claim in context.

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