The contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible constitute a most serious obstacle to accepting the book of mormon as latterday scripture supplemental to the bible. Learn more scripture study for latterday saint families. Critics have long accused joseph smith of stealing other works for the book of mormon, but at the end of the day what is most interesting is that most of the themes that are central to the book of mormon were already written. Hear their insights and teachings concerning this important section of scripture. Apr 24, 2020 roundtable scripture discussions the book of mormon byu religious education. At mormon discussions we look to help you navigate mormonism. Discussions on the book of mormon 1 nephi 1618 originally aired. Please consider donating today to support our effort to provide latterday saints the tools and resources and the safe space for conversations to navigate a difficult and often lonely faith transition.
The book was written by many ancient prophets by the spirit of prophecy and revelation. Watch discussions on the book of mormon online full. The complete book of mormon free the book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement that contains writings of ancient prophets who lived on the american continent from approximately 2200 bc to ad 421. It was actually quite interesting, so i went to the website to see what the program was all about. Parents will thrill as they discover the many helpful and exciting tools in these chapters. Grant building brigham young university provo, ut 84602 8014226975. Discussions on the book of mormon insights to the book of isaiah doctrine and covenants discussions discussions on the. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates taken from the plates of nephi. This collection of dvds contains all seventy 30minute programs originally broadcast on byutv. For those seeking a broader understanding of the scriptures, this essential guide makes it easier than ever before to truly feast upon the. Discussions on the book of mormon by byu faculty free this is a 63 part video series where byu religion faculty discuss the book of mormon, several chapters at a time in each halfhour episode. The book of mormon has a number of original and distinctive doctrinal discussions on subjects such as the fall of adam and eve, the nature of the atonement, eschatology, redemption from physical and spiritual death, and the organization of the latterday church. For more discussions of covenants in the book of mormon, see thomas r.
The old testament insights into isaiah the book of mormon the doctrine and covenants the pearl of great price contact. The book of mormon is a series of discussions featuring faculty from brigham young universitys department of ancient scripture sharing their insights into the book of mormon. Book of mormon themed discussions book of mormon, book of. My book of mormon discussions are designed to make discussing the book of mormon an easy and normal part of your life. An ancient american book salt lake city and provo, ut. Ive had many spiritual experiences with the book of mormon, but as i studied the book deeply over the past few years i came to the conclusion that it is not a literal history.
See more ideas about book of mormon, scripture study and lds scriptures. 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. Describing the book of mormon as a mansion in which beautiful and exciting new. Scripture study questions made harder series kindle edition by faulconer, james e. Grant mcmurray reflected on increasing questions about the book of mormon. Book of mormon themed discussions book of mormon, book. View of the hebrews has many similar themes to the book of mormon. Typical of attempts to deny the authenticity of the book of mormon are a work entitled the truth about the lehi treeoflife stone 1 and an unpublished manuscript recently sent to the author by a professional journal for evaluation. 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. If those who read the book of mormon as inspired fiction wish to maintain that the book of mormon is not an ancient document, but that joseph smith was somehow still a prophet, they must present some cogent explanation for josephs wild claims of possessing nonexistent golden plates and being visited by nonexistent angels. New byu roundtable discussions free a new set of byu professors from the department of ancient scripture discuss the book of mormon. It was first published in march 1830 by joseph smith as the book of mormon.
Latterday saint youth participate in a class discussion at church. Possible modern source for the book of mormon page 80. The nephite archivist, the record of records, and the book of mormon provenance, interpreter. Lets study and teach come, follow me 2 nephi 1125 we. The third annual book of mormon symposium at byu in this volume, twentytwo scholars comment knowledgeably on a variety of themes evoked by the prophetic words of. The book of mormon family reader will help your family discover and discuss the eternal doctrine found in the book of mormon, drawing you closer together as a family and closer to christ. Book of mormon general discussions mormon dialogue. Years ago i saw one of the byu rountable discussions on the book of mormon while i was flipping through the channels and landed on byutv. Professors from the byu department of ancient scripture discuss the final chapters of the book of mormon.
The third annual book of mormon symposium at byu in this volume, twentytwo scholars comment knowledgeably on a variety of themes evoked by the prophetic words of isaiah, lehi, nephi, and jacob as given in 2 nephi. This new format suited for every age and stage of life makes meaningful scripture study an attainable goal for every family. The book of mormon is a compilation of several books written by ancient prophets. Donate today to a good cause while supporting latter day saints like you. You wondered out loud if the book of mormon chiasms might be found to contain purely ancient material, as a sort of sign of the ancient hebraic origins for the book. This book of mormon study guide is designed to fit the needs of various ages and study habits and is ideal for personal, class or family study. Understanding christian baptism through the book of mormon. Our vision is to be the family entertainment brand that young people want, parents trust, and families enjoy together. Jul 06, 2011 the contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible constitute a most serious obstacle to accepting the book of mormon as latterday scripture supplemental to the bible. Edwards february 2020 new era beware of pride not the talk but the lesson from the ezra taft benson manual a few years back.
Either way, you will create conversations and think about the scriptures as more than pieces of paper. Over the past month ive received numerous requests asking when, or if, wed ever talk about our series, demonic names in the book of mormon so here it is. Book of mormon for android free download and software. Scripture as defined as a collection of inspiring phrases set against a fictional or non fictional story line, sure why not. The book of mormon for latterday saint families is a keepsake that all families will cherish. And by reading this book of scripture together, every family will be blessed and drawn closer to the lord jesus christ. Professors from the byu department of ancient scripture discuss chapters commonly known as the isaiah chapters in the book of mormon. The salt lake tribune, october 3, 1998 octavo editions give readers a firsthand experience of a milestone text.
Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the book of mormon made harder. The best book of mormon resources for come follow me 2020. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates taken from the. Another testament of jesus christ the book of mormon is a volume of scripture comparable to the bible. Classroom discussions especially if you have left over time. How an ahistorical book of mormon can still be scripture. Best of book of mormon commentary list scripture notes. The book of mormon the doctrine and covenants the pearl of great price contact. The book of mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. My favorite scripture vanessa about 1 minute book of mormon commentary on isaiah by garold n. Use these book of mormon discussions in a variety of ways. Faculty members from the byu religious education department discuss the writings and teachings of the book of mormon prophets in this 63part series.
If you have met these common obstacles, scripture study for latterday saint families can help you overcome them all. Many hours of searching, reading, and learning went into this process, and i maintained a. The mission of byutv is to create purposeful, engaging viewing and listening experiences that entertain, inspire, uplift, and improve families and communities. Roundtable scripture discussions religious studies center. The book of mormon is changing the lives of people all. Look for the new updates on the day of posting and be sure to share these with the mormon you know. Old testament new testament book of mormon doctrine and covenants pearl of great price study helps about the scriptures.
Each of the halfhour episodes covers several chapters from the book of mormon. Roundtable scripture discussions the book of mormon youtube. Professors from the byu department of ancient scripture. Son of man, take a stick and write on it, for judah, and the people of israel associated with him. Holding an 1830 first edition of the book of mormon can stir the souls of bibliophiles and believers alike. It is written in biblical language, the language of the prophets. The book of mormon testifies of jesuss ministry in the americas following his resurrection. Book of mormon study guide for kids and youth get the most out of your scripture and come follow me study with my book of mormon study guide for kids and youth. The proper use of the book of mormon as sacred scripture has been under wide discussion in the 1970s and beyond, in part because of longstanding questions about its historical authenticity and in part because of perceived.
Roundtable scripture discussions the book of mormon. Atonement 1, introduction to the atonement in the small plates of nephi. Book of mormon round table meetings are canceled due to covid19 virus until further notice. Some questions are serious while others are pure fun. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Book of mormon themed discussions chicken scratch n sniff. Demonic and ungodly names in the book of mormon 1 life.
Valletta, the captain and the covenant, in the book of mormon. Discussions on the new testament acts to revelation. For the most part, it is in easyflowing new testament language, with such words as. Discussions on the book of mormon moroni 7 by byu religious education. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to adherents, contains writings of ancient prophets who lived on the american continent from approximately 2200 bc to ad 421. Scripture study made simple is a powerful yet easytounderstand work of gospel scholarship, sure to illuminate the words of ancient scripture as readers find new meaning in this keystone of our religion. Oct 28, 2019 so no matter what is proven through textual analysis, the book of mormon is a true scriptural record. Roundtable scripture discussions the book of mormon byu religious education. Anderson, what parents should teach their children from the book of mosiah, in the book of mormon. I told the brethren that the book of mormon was the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion, and a man would get nearer to god by abiding by its precepts, than by any other book tpjs, p.
The book of mormon teaches that little children are not capable of sin because they do not have a sinful nature moroni 8. Mar 31, 20 byu scripture discussions doctrine and covenants. Discuss chapters commonly known as the isaiah chapters in the book of mormon. Maxwell institute for religious scholarship, 20, 187224.
Scripture reading, lds scriptures, bible verses, easter scriptures, gospel bible. It is a record of gods dealings with ancient inhabitants of the americas and contains the fulness of the everlasting gospel. There was a series for every set of the standard works. In both instances, the authors list parallels between lucy mack smiths account of a dream which joseph smith, sr. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible. So much of modern life is geared to finding faster and easier ways to do the same old things. I encourage people to read the ensign regularly, especially this year when were all focused on the book of mormon. The book of mormon has a number of original and distinctive doctrinal discussions on subjects such as the fall of adam and eve, the nature of the atonement, eschatology, redemption from physical. Discussions on the book of mormon religious tv passport.
As an expert on ancient scripture and a professor of religious studies at. Read this weeks knowhy connected with the come follow me curriculum, and watch a video elucidating an insight in this weeks scripture reading. The book of mormon teaches that little children are not capable of sin because they do not have a. The book of mormon made harder is the perfect tool to improve personal and family scripture study, sacrament meeting talks, or sunday school lessons. It is a record of gods dealings with the ancient inhabitants of the americas and contains, as does the bible, the fullness of the everlasting gospel.
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