Discussions on the book of mormon1 nephi 810originally aired. Professors from the byu department of ancient scripture discuss the transition, or bridge, between the end of the small plates of nephi and the rest of the book of mormon. Analytical and contextual commentary on the book of mormon, 6 vols. Of course, it is not possible to know how joseph smith pronounced those names, but that is not the pronunciation guides vital purpose. The book of mormon also identifies a second group, referred to as the people of zarahemla, who were descendants of mulek and who joined the nephites see mosiah 25.
There are lots of ways to be a missionary, especially now that social media makes it so easy. Mulek, a son of king zedekiah, left jerusalem and traveled to the americas after babylon destroyed jerusalem around 587 b. It was not discussed, but there is a very plausible theory at least to me. His tweet was a picture of several copies of the book of mormon from his library, including the book of mormon for latterday saint families. Eventually theyd build a collection professionals would envy, obtaining not only several copies of the 1830 edition but also first editions of the book of mormon in all 149 translations.
Mulek, a son of king zedekiah, left jerusalem and traveled to the americas after babylon destroyed jerusalem around. My 5 yr old realled loved hearing the stories and relating them to the provided illust. He said something like when i registered my geography theory, i learned that there are some really high number of registered book of mormon geography theories. Mormon, as quoted by moroni, expanded this definition to charity is. He points out nuance and meaning that only a committed scholar can. This is laura harris hales, and im here today with nick frederick to talk about intertextuality in the book of mormon. A number of examples highlight the fact that many times young people are taught things years before they are. Ryan wood, who plays the part of abinadi talks with sister reyna i. Mormon, as quoted by moroni, expanded this definition to charity is the pure love of christ moroni 7. Issues such as conjectural emendation of the text, including such emendations in foreign language translations of the book of mormon. Each of the halfhour episodes covers several chapters from the book of mormon. Although historians and archaeologists consider the book to be an anachronistic invention of joseph smith, many members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church and other denominations of the latter day saint movement believe that it. The book of mormon and early revelations of joseph smith do indeed vividly portray a picture of the.
It would mean that every single president of the church from joseph smith to russel m. Professors from the byu department of ancient scripture discuss the final chapters of the book of mormon. I dont feel its appropriate to discuss this with church leaders. Givens, rosalynde welch, mark wrathall, and joseph spencer. I would be very curious to hear dans andor others perspective on tad callisters book a case for the book of mormon, which i also just finished. Im always drawn to the hopi creation myth when hearing of the jaredite barges. Several of those namessuch as abraham, moab, and lehican be traced to the old world, but the majority are names of people and places found only in the book of mormon.
Callister make the rounds on some other podcasts recently. But before we do, our authors want to spend a little more time hearing from you about the questions you bring to the book of mormon and the questions the scripture asks of you. A couple months ago, i saw a post on twitter from a gentleman named benjamin arkell, who runs a website called to share. The book, music and lyrics for this, well, infamous musical were written by trey parker, robert lopez avenue q. May 15, 2008 the detailed discussions of the cases are amazing. Seth adam smith, author of marriage isnt for you, shares some of the most helpful lds resources hes found to help him manage his longtime battle with the disease. Discussions on the book of mormon the divine purposes of the book of mormon part 1. Hearing the phrase church culture, makes me cringe. Illustrated stories from the book of mormon by clinton f.
But missionary work doesnt have to be just about giving someone a copy of a book of mormon, or inviting them to listen to the discussions. In the book of the hopi, one version of that myth has the people being sealed inside hollow reeds for the trip across the ocean to the 4th world, presumably the americas. Gospel insights from general authorities and religious educators provo, ut. The book of mormon is a musical comedy with music, lyrics, and book by trey parker, robert lopez, and matt stone. Mormonthinks discussion of book of mormon anachronisms. Church leaders, cast and crew involved with the book of mormon video. When i point out the vanishingly low probability that the jaredites could have transited to the new world as described in the book of ether, the invariable mormon response, after consideration of the facts, is that the journey was accomplished by supernatural means, in other words in violation of. And he does it in a way that makes sense and enlightens. Dr rosenvall has an extensive book of mormon geography theory.
Parry, assistant professor of hebrew at brigham young university. Laurel is an audiologist in ogden that performs diagnostic testing, dizziness and. Discussions on the book of mormon4 nephioriginally aired. Nelson was 100% dead wrong on the origins of the book of mormon. Discussion regarding the historicity of the book of mormon often focuses on archaeological issues, some of which relate to the. Discussions on the book of mormonalma 2224originally aired. These groups were led by prophets who recorded their religious and secular histories on metal plates. Debate on the book of mormon, joseph smith, lds church. New testament and book of mormon parallels mark 16. Jan 18, 2011 porter and meldrum claim that joseph smith declared the ancient book of mormon city of manti to be located near huntsville, randolph county, missouri. During the calls, an audiologist discussed new information with the participant as needed. A free press is fundamental to a democratic society. We love hearing your feedback on how to make this better.
Radio debate between david padfield and paul meade on the inspiration and validity of the book of mormon. Jun 22, 2020 if the book of mormon is the word of god but not historical, that would not affect our claim to authority, because our claim of authority is not derived from the historicity of the book of mormon. Oct 18, 2019 the book of mormon tour has stopped at the bushnell and will run through october 20. There is something more powerful about a spoken word than a word read in silence. Hearing the book of mormon read builds ones faith, more so than just reading. Entire book of mormon read on utube religious forums. All these years after hearing his presentation, theres one thing he said before he started that i particularly remembered. Discussions on the book of mormon 1 nephi 1112 now playing. In fact, i decided to reread the book of mormon from start to finish after finishing these episodes, with. Jul 09, 2020 some, like oaks, believe that science will yet vindicate the book of mormon as history, but not yet. Others refuse to think about the issue and cant understand why some think about it. The pronouncing guide, located at the back of the current english edition of the book of mormon, contains 344 proper names. The book of mormon records the visit of jesus christ to people in the americas following his resurrection.
The book of mormon for latterday saint families general. Even though my decision has destroyed my relationship with my family i feel so at peace. Explorations in the book of mormon i a maxwell institute. In order for them to complain about mormon 9, they first have to demonstrate that mark 16. As i go along, i intend to place preprint versions of significant findings on the interpreter blog. Ritual complexes in mesoamerica and the book of mormon, interpreter. Discussions on the book of mormon is a series that is currently running and has 2004 seasons 68 episodes. Discussions on the book of mormon2 nephi 9originally aired. Even so, there are anachronisms in the book of mormon as well as many. But at least they wont cut me off without a hearing when i ask them. While the book of mormon advises parents to teach youth of their own search for jesus christ, and it challenges youth to see, hear, and know for themselves, it also has excellent advice for young people about preparing for the morrow. Discussions on the book of mormonalma 14originally aired.
Our overview continues, looking at how anachronisms and biblical scholarship can help scholars date the book of mormon to the 19th century, showing how the book of mormon s reliance on the king james bible is so significant, and what should be in the book of mormon but isnt. Discussions on the new testament acts to revelation. Feb 08, 2021 part 8 will deal with textual criticism of the book of mormon, including a history of the critical text project. Faculty members from the byu religious education department discuss the writings and teachings of the book of mormon prophets in this 63part series. The book, music and lyrics for this, well, infamous musical were written by trey parker. Watch discussions on the book of mormon online full. I am a believer and, after hearing these episodes, had some good new perspectives i like to keep an open mind and hear all possible angles. The first is an entry from the journal of samuel d.
The book of mormon and early revelations of joseph smith do indeed vividly portray a picture of the father and son. Others believe that the book of mormon is probably an inspired story. The minute i picked up the book of mormon, the spirit overpowered me so strongly. Investigators are introduced to the six principles of mormonism which includes brief lessons of joe smith, the mormon god, and their jesus, the holy ghost, and the book of mormon. For those that do not believe in the book of mormon, this book will still provide some heavy food for thought. Tyler, a latterday saint who traveled with the kirtland c. Jan 11, 2015 mormon discussion inc is a 501c3 and is in the arena of journalistic work and is part of a free press. Key information 2 hours 30 mins, includes 20 minute interval parental advisory. Religious studies center, brigham young university, 2003, 118. A preprint of a discussion of the book of mormon witnesses. Monson was open to new interpretations of the book of mormon.
Though spoken of explicitly the fewest number of times 27, charity is defined and explained in the book of mormon more directly and clearly than either faith or hope. Share your videos with friends, family, and the world. The strain of the smoot hearing on the mormon church was extraordinary. Dec 10, 2016 the holidays are supposed to be a time of joy, but for many, it can be a time of intense depression. Every leader of the mormon church was subpoenaed to testify in washington, or the seat of war, as they called it in their. Positive words spoken, especially scriptures of course, are very powerful and can change ones life drammatically.
First staged in 2011, the play is a satirical examination of the beliefs and practices of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. I have all 9 volumes of the illustrated book of mormon stories. The book of mormon is a religious record of three groups of people who migrated from the old world to the american continents. Parker and stone were best known for creating the animated comedy south. The power of the book of mormon to the convincing that. The musical ultimately endorses the positive power of love and service.
Maxwell 19262004 was a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles. We invite you to join us for an evening of discussion with several authors in the seriesterryl k. The power of the book of mormon to the convincing that jesus. Frederick earned a phd in the history of christianity with an emphasis in mormon studies at claremont graduate university. The control participants also read the book, but they did not discuss. Why does king benjamin emphasize the blood of christ. A randomized, controlled trial of the shortterm effects of. Since the publication of the book of mormon in 1830, mormon archaeologists have attempted to find archaeological evidence to support it. They are very thorough in the bom storyline, but there are lots of pictures along the way. At the same time, missionary work isnt just about being a good example either.
Discussions on the book of mormon1 nephi 1618originally aired. How was the book of mormon pronouncing guide developed. Did joseph smith place the ancient city manti in missouri. Church leaders reflect on new book of mormon videos deseret news. We can assume that the saints in the prophets day heard him pronounce some book of mormon names during gospel discussions and discourses given after the translation of the book of mormon. Reading the book of mormon, pondering upon its message, and praying to know the truth enables a person to hear the voice of god and feel. Alexa, ask the book of mormon to read for december 29th. Many members of the latter day saint movement believe that the book of mormon is. Hear what these scriptural scholars have to say about the last record between mormon and moroni and the final promise of the book of mormon. Apr 30, 2007 for an organization or culture that brags about being the only true church on the earth, that joseph smith is a true prophet, that the book of mormon is true, etc. I had to move in with a friend and am trying to find a job right now but my heart is so overfilled with joy at having found the gospel.
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