Testimony of the prophet joseph smith a brief explanation about the book of mormon. As you can see from the sample, the format is a segment of scripture, such as a chapter, followed by commentary and cross references. My husband and i read from it each night while studying the book of mormon. It is being replaced with a second edition which is a single book covering the entire book of mormon. A comparison of book of mormon, bible, and traditional teachings on the doctrines of salvation. It is not sponsored or endorsed by either the maxwell institute or. This is a page that can be printed again and again and be used with activities, stu. It is not sponsored or endorsed by either the maxwell institute or brigham young university, and.
Well, of course, there is no truth in that statement. Book of mormon study guide volume one spiral bound book. Naturally, it is read with varying degrees of comprehension, and many of us. Knowing these definitions can help readers follow the accounts in 2 nephi 27 and ether 35. Jan 28, 2012 book of mormon commentary 2 nephi 28 page 3 of another man in the same institution, having about the same academic credentials, declared. Items in the bmc archive are made publicly available for noncommercial, private use. Teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon by ed j. Along with the complete text of the book of mormon, this valuable study guide includes intheverse notes and additional insights and commentary. This area of mormon memorabilia provides a listing of books relating to mormonism or religion.
The book of mormon begins about 600 bc with a small group who fled jerusalem, landed in america, and quickly split into two antagonistic nations, the nephites and the lamanites. The jaredites book of ether came to the new world at the time of the tower of babel. Book of mormon doctrinal mastery allonone page pdf. Mormons have traditionally viewed theology and theologians with.
A pdf of the printers manuscript of the book of mormon. It is true that when the book of mormon was printed the printer was a man who was unfriendly. A book of mistakes, error, and fraud by jon gary williams introduction the mormon church promotes the book of mormon as an inspired writing. May 03, 2014 mcconkie and millets four volume doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon is good, although it is as conservative a series as you might guess a work by a man sporting the names of both joseph fielding smith and bruce r. A comparison of book of mormon, bible, and traditional. Mcconkie and millets four volume doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon is good, although it is as conservative a series as you might guess a work by a man sporting the names of both joseph fielding smith and bruce r. Now this mormon, the son of mormon is he, the descendant of lehi, whom lehi did prophesy concerning as being the writer of the record, the book of mormon, which would come unto the fruit of his lions in the latterdays, and moroni, mormons son, was to be that spokesman for mormon the writer of the book who should declare it 2 nephi 3. However, after a fair and candid examination of the evidence, many thousands of. Naturally, it is read with varying degrees of comprehension, and many of us need assistance to deepen our understanding. State university of new york albany is the author of second witness. Book of mormon commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. Book of mormon doctrinal mastery allonone page possibly the most useful item in all our doctrinal mastery helps, this allonone page contains all 25 book of mormon doctrinal mastery passages, references, and key phrases in one place.
Books on the book of mormon 19892011 by an authorized editor of byu scholarsarchive. The book of mormon itself does not sustain this view which supports the claim that joseph was not the author of the book of mormon. Items are arranged in alphabetical title sequence images not scaled. Prophetic commentary by lehi, nephi, jacob, and the lord himself helps us understand isaiah passages in the book of mormon. So i decided that in connection with this project i would make a list of all the sermons in the book of mormon, and then write a commentary on each. Written by respected gospel scholars, joseph fielding mcconkie, robert l. Producing a commentary on what the book of mormon is, and what it means. This suggests that most of us could benefit by some aid to. By the time that i was fully engaged with writing commentaries on both the new testament and the book of mormon, i had become infatuated with the idea that i might be able to expand the. Topics book, of, mormon, lds, cult, mormon, printers, manuscript collection opensource language english. Book of mormon commentary 2 nephi 28 page 1 of intro to 2 nephi 28 president ezra taft benson taught. This volume will change the way you read and study the book of mormon. Analytical and contextual commentary on the book of mormon and the gift and power.
Volume 2 of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. Comparison of 1 nephi 1114 and 2 nephi 2530 the centrality of nephis vision, by steven l. The book of mormon itself does not sustain this view which. Michael 1992 joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l.
To see a listing of our latest lds book acquisitions, please click here. Chapter 1 beginning of the record of nephi, which dates from b c 600 lehi has a vision of the pillar of fire and the book of prophecy he predicts the. Besides being a helpful study guide, this journal also provides a place for you to record what you are learning and leave a history of your thoughts and insights as you study the book of mormon. This is when moroni first thought to end his record keeping and to conceal the record up to come forth in the latterdays. Translating the book of mormon, both published through greg kofford books. Click here for general teachings about the book of mormon. Pdf995 is compatible with the current version and previous versions of adobe acrobat and the adobe reader. Best of book of mormon commentary list scripture notes. Its really like a guided tour through the book of mormon. Unless otherwise indicated, bible quotations are taken from the king james version. The book of mormon contains the purported stories of three different groups which sailed to the americas. Book of mormon commentary link step by step through the book. Now this mormon, the son of mormon is he, the descendant of lehi, whom lehi did prophesy concerning as being the writer of the record, the book of mormon, which would come unto the fruit of his lions in the latterdays, and moroni, mormon s son, was to be that spokesman for mormon the writer of the book who should declare it 2 nephi 3. Top, this series focuses on the most significant aspect of the.
In particular, there are the farewell sermons nephi, lehi, benjamin, mosiah, mormon, moroni, among others. General teachings relevant to this chapter the book of mormon plates, rex c. A book of mormon commentary that is thorough and comprehensive. 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. Mcconkie, ensign, november 1983, 74 the book of mormon is the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion, and a man. Book of mormon commentary 2 nephi 33 page 1 of 4 2 nephi 33. America was the land southward in the book of mormon. It differs from earlier commentaries by providing not only introductory and summarizing remarks but also the most specific scriptural intertextual commentary on the matter.
Book of mormon student manual published by the church of jesus christ of latterday saints free this is an official resource of the church for use in institute classes. The book of mormon brings men to christ through two basic means. Commentary on the book of mormon vol 1 by george reynolds. Originally published as a collectors edition keepsake for volume of the kingdom in the west series, playing with shadows. Items do not represent the official views of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints or of book of mormon central. John christopher thomas pentecostal theological seminary and bangor university, implied readers, the book of mormon, and the bible grant hardy university of north carolina, asheville, reading the book of mormon as a bible commentary room 2. The series was ed in 1990, but was not completed until 1993.
Reynolds brigham young university, the covenant concept in the book of mormon. Olsen lehis dream as a template for understanding each act of nephis vision, by amy eastonflake getting through isaiah with the help of the nephite prophetic worldview, by john w. Now, to aid in our understanding of this important work, scholars ed j. The book was written by many ancient prophets by the spirit of prophecy and revelation. Printed in canada first edition, isbn 9780981146720. Mcconkie was an associate professor of ancient scripture at brigham young university when this was published.
Your study of the book of mormon made easier, part 1. The commentary in 2 nephi 26 and 27 is the most helpful explanation we have of isaiah 29 in the book of mormon. The book of mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. The front matter of contemporary editions of the book of mormon include the following elements. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volumes 14 by. Contents of the book of mormon an introduction to the book. God has made that promiseunto those who go out to preach the gospelby the spirit of revelation. It should be noted that the only date given in this chapter is that of 400 a. Josephs translation of the book of mormons ancient title page, a modern. Schmidt in ancient greece and rome, charis was a system in which one person gave something of value to another, and the receiver gave service, thanks, and lesser value back to the giver. This is not a commentary book but a guided workbook offering valuable insights as you go. Voices of dissent in the mormon west edited by polly aird, jeff nichols, and will bagley. Inclusion within the bmc archive does not imply endorsement.
New items are added without notice, so please check back frequently. A comprehensive commentary of the title page of the book. First, it tells in a plain manner of christ and his gospel. Nibleys commentary on the book of mormon is based on transcriptions from classes taught by hugh nibley, and is published with the permission of the neal a. Naturally it is read with varying degrees of understanding. All content will remain the same but the interior will have updated fonts.
In 2020 the church of jesus christ of latterday saints is using the book of mormon for its course of study. The reciprocal and binding covenant of charis author brent j. They were instructed to build eight barges in which to sail to america. This suggests that most of us could benefit by some. The publication of the book was done under adverse circumstances, and there were a few errors, mostly. The set is sequential and the author has done a fantastic job of referencing prophet and. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volumes 14 book. Verse by verse commentary verse by verse commentary.
A vast number of antimormon criticisms rely on the. Power of the book of mormon the book of mormon is the book that will save the world and prepare the sons of men for joy and peace here and now and everlasting life in eternity. The note reproduced 1990 appears along the inside margin. Contents of the book of mormon an introduction to the book of. This fourvolume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of. Many people do not understand that the word saint does not mean demigod, as the catholic church uses it, lds folks use the word saint as a follower of christ, or disciple. Commentaries and insights on the book of mormon, vol.
Book of mormon since the first edition was published. The book of mormon is a lengthy and somewhat complex book. First and second nephi and jacob through mosiah, vols. The book of mormon relates the religious history of the nephite nation for a thousand years until widespread apostasy about 400 ad. The church of jesus christ of latter day saints is also true. This fourvolume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard work. The student manual contains mostly general authority quotes and brief statements of explanation for blocks of verses.
Clark company, an imprint of the university of oklahoma press, norman, oklahoma, 2011. As the keystone of our religion, in joseph smiths words, the book of mormon is high priority reading. As the keystone of our religion, the book of mormon is highpriority reading. What are some great commentary books on the book of mormon. The authors are very knowledgeable and reliable in the things they share. Allen have created commentaries and insights on the book of mormon a volume that not only illuminates doctrinal truths and contextual meanings of the book of mormon, but also shows the application of these profound scriptures in our daily lives. It is a record of gods dealings with ancient inhabitants of the americas and contains the fulness of the everlasting gospel. With its approachable writing style and wealth of usable information, teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon is an invaluable resource for personal study, family instruction, speaking assignments, lesson preparation, missionary work, and more. Doni peterson because the book of mormon is the best known and most widely circulated lds book, many commentaries on and reference books about it have been written to assist readers.
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