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 christian atonement, eschatology, redemption from physical and spiritual death, and the organization of the latterday church. Join us for this 20,000 foot view of mormon apologetics. Discussions on the book of mormon the divine purposes of the book of mormon part 2. The book of mormon has very little mormon doctrine in it. The book of mormon teaches plainly the doctrine found in the missionary lessons. 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. 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 was written by many ancient prophets who recorded their words on different sets of metal plates. The book of mormon a family discussion guide kindle edition by april mcmurtrey. The discussion on book of mormon geography was getting heated. Either way, you will create conversations and think about the scriptures as more than pieces of paper. With podcasts like mormon discussion, radio free mormon, mormon awakenings, the mormon wellness project, the mormon history podcast, marriage on.
Designed for multiple use as study guides, handouts, and masters for creating projectable images, the charts convey a wealth of information that will enrich personal study and teaching. A contemporary mormon view is that these civilizations rose and fell in mesoamerica. If you love the book of mormon, consider donating to book of mormon central and becoming part of this exciting movement. Each of the halfhour episodes covers several chapters from the book of mormon. The decision to use the word challenge came from a remark by president spencer w. Here at the practical dreamers, we have discussion questions and main themes for all the lds general conference april 2020 talks. In the book of mormon satan plays a prominent role and a.
It is, word for word, the original book of mormon, but divided by events rather than by chapters. People of all faiths and perspectives are welcome to engage in civil, respectful discussion about topics related to mormonism. If the book of mormon did not quote from second isaiah, the discussion of authorship would have little meaning for latterday saints. This discussion about the book of mormon musical is. It is used primarily as a bridge to get christians to believe in a book of scripture outside of the bible. Discussions on the book of mormon the coming forth of the book of mormon originally aired. The fight over book of mormon geography deseret news. Volumes will appear periodically through may and june. Book of mormon round table meetings are canceled due to covid19 virus until further notice. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Prayerfully study the introduction and the testimony of the prophet joseph smith, located in the front of the book of mormon or joseph smithhistory 1. In this section we want to give a wideranging discussion about issues with the book of mormon and why they put into question the authenticity of the book of mormon as well as joseph smiths status as a prophet of god. The challenge of the book of mormon religious studies center.
The book of mormon, a gift from a loving heavenly father. 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. Discussions on the book of mormon 2 nephi 2527 originally aired. Use the book of mormon to answer the questions of the soul and to respond to objections to the church.
Feb 05, 2017 the book of mormon is a comingofage story of two young, extremely likeable mormons on their mission to spread the lords word. Kimball in his first press conference after he became president of the church. Please stay on topic all off topic posts will be moveddeleted. The book of mormon family reader in childrens ldsbookstore. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates. May 14, 2014 discussions on the book of mormon the coming forth of the book of mormon originally aired. Radio free mormon is joined by bill reel for this indepth discussion of elder tad callisters recent video, a case for the book of mormon. We are a nonprofit organization supported by people like you. Faculty members from the byu religious education department discuss the writings and teachings of the book of mormon prophets in this 63part series. With an archive of 50 years of articles, byu studies is an excellent resource to assist you in your study of the book of mormon. Some placed the nephite capital city zarahemla in mesoamerica, others in south america.
The book of mormon a family discussion guide has been extremely helpful resource for me to use while reading the book of mormon with my family. Any who read and study this book will have a deeper and broader understanding of miracles in the book of mormon. New explorations of every book in the book of mormon through the lenses of history, theology, philosophy, literary studies, and above all, faith in jesus christ. Dean sessions latter day saint creationism the doctrine and science. 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. For each lesson, weve listed articles from our journal and charts from charting the book of mormon for you to peruse. A free press is fundamental to a democratic society. Others argued for a setting in the american heartland. Book of mormon evidence streaming faithfully exploring. The press provides the platform for a multiplicity of voices to be heard. The book of mormon 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 introduction to the book of mormon. The issues in totality and the cover up of the issues by church leaders for so many years leaves me with a problem so large that addressing each individual issue in an apologetic way is to overlook the obvious. Discussions on the book of mormon 1 nephi 1618 originally aired.
May 27, 2010 the discussion on book of mormon geography was getting heated. Professors from the byu department of ancient scripture discuss 3 of the 14 books of the book of mormon, which covers about 400 years of the book of mormon timeline. The book of mormon relates the religious history of the nephite nation for a thousand years until widespread apostasy about 400 ad. The book of mormon conveys some truth, but enough false doctrine to lead people astray spiritually, to the point where it will have eternal consequences. You can read more of our writings on faith, including come, follow me study resources and study guides, here. My book of mormon discussions are designed to make discussing the book of mormon an easy and normal part of your life. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Any of the awesome content or the solid opinions expressed, implied or included in mormon discussion incs awesome podcast lineup and production are solely those of mormon discussion inc. Watch discussions on the book of mormon full episodes online. Mormon discussion by bill reel an honest search for. The washington post says, it is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals. Isaiah in the book of mormon religious studies center. Some questions are serious while others are pure fun. In these letters he describes important events relative to the coming forth of the book of mormon and the early history of joseph smith.
He is the the lead contributor of the mormon primer and host of mormon discussion podcast. Mormon discussions is the landing place for all of your favorite mormon podcasts. The book of mormon is the keystone of our witness of christ, our doctrine, and our testimonies. Interpreter article on the instruments proposed for the book of mormon translation. The book of mormon also says that they were sticken in years which means they werent too young. I have a daughter with autism and pddnos who cannot read, and does not understand things very well. To help the children love and value the book of mormon. But because there is material after chapter 39 in the book of mormon, the issue is important. Once that happens it is quite simple to get them to believe in the other lds books of scripture too. The rosenvall book of mormon has nice wide margins for taking notes and jotting down questions. The great strength of the book is that it provides a wellargued perspective based on the geology of natural disasters that is new to the analysis of the book of mormon one that adds to the reality of book of mormon events and opens new doors for potential research and understanding of the geography of the book of mormon.
Nov 28, 2017 in this article the author asserts that the old testament does not contain the character of satan or the devil as we understand it, and that the ancient israelites did not even have a concept of satan until the second century bc or later. By the power of god, joseph smith translated this book from an ancient record written on gold plates. Mormon discussion inc is a 501c3 and is in the arena of journalistic work and is part of a free press. Discussions on the book of mormon the structure of the book of mormon. The book of mormon seems to indicate that lehi and sariah conceived and birthed at least four new children in the desert after fleeing jerusalem, so that makes me guess that they were at least fairly young. If the book of mormon was the only problem with the church you make a great plea for those who cannot grasp its historicity. Then study the lesson and decide how you want to teach the children the scripture account. Scholars gathered in provo, utah, to discuss their theories about where the events described in the book of mormon took place. For topics and discussions concerning lds doctrine, history, geography, etc. Boyd tuttle out of darkness into light a decade of discovery in book of mormon research. I wouldnt recommend anyone studying the book of mormon at all unless they already are aware of what mormonism really is about and are interested in witnessing to mormons. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the book of mormon a family discussion guide.
The new york times calls it the best musical of this century. We will engage the topic of joseph smiths treasure digging and welcome live call ins to the show and discuss the messy issue of joseph smiths treasure hunting. This collection of dvds contains all seventy 30minute programs originally broadcast on byutv. It was first published in march 1830 by joseph smith as the book of mormon. Meet the book of mormon again for the first time in these brief theological introductions. 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. While olivers letters are an important historical resource, and while they capture olivers deeply moving testimony of the book of mormon. Book of mormon charts charting the book of mormon is a collection of more than 175 visual aids that promote deeper understanding and appreciation of the book of mormon. Book any title page introduction testimony of three witnesses testimony of eight witnesses testimony of the prophet joseph smith a brief explanation about the book of mormon 1 nephi 2 nephi jacob enos jarom omni words of mormon mosiah alma helaman 3 nephi 4 nephi mormon. Today we begin our first live broadcast of the mormon discussion podcast. Brian stubbs lehite language evidence in native american languages.
Best of book of mormon commentary list scripture notes. Book any title page introduction testimony of three witnesses testimony of eight witnesses testimony of the prophet joseph smith a brief explanation about the book of mormon 1 nephi 2 nephi jacob enos jarom omni words of mormon mosiah alma helaman 3 nephi 4 nephi mormon ether moroni. Jul 26, 2018 in late 1834 to early 1835 oliver cowdery wrote a series of letters for the mormon newspaper the messenger and advocate. Designed for multiple use as study guides, handouts, and masters for creating projectable images, the charts convey a wealth of information that will enrich personal study and. A forum for exmormons and others who have been affected by mormonism to share news, commentary, and comedy about the mormon church. It seeks out and circulates news, information, ideas, comment and opinion and holds those in authority to account. In spite of the church admitting its use many dismiss the. We spend a lot of time thinking about what the scriptures tell us, not nearly as. To help the children love and value the book of mormon preparation. Charting the book of mormon is a collection of more than 175 visual aids that promote deeper understanding and appreciation of the book of mormon. Read consistently from the book of mormon with the people you teach. This new format suited for every age and stage of life makes. 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. My topic for discussion here is the challenge of the book of mormon.
Mormon think juxtaposed with fairmormon on this topic. Watch discussions on the book of mormon online full. The book of mormon, a gift from a loving heavenly father, primary 4. Our vision is to be the family entertainment brand that young people want, parents trust, and families enjoy together. Analysis of textual variants of the book of mormon gives readers detailed access to the central task of professor royal skousens book of mormon critical text project, the most comprehensive effort ever undertaken to recover the original englishlanguage text of the book of mormon. Mormon discussions podcasts full lineup on apple podcasts. Mormon discussions podcasts full lineup navigating. There are no footnotes or chapter summaries, but it is much easier to see who is speaking and when someone is being quoted. The book of mormon a family discussion guide kindle. Perfect for teachers, speakers, and disciples alike, miracles of the book of mormon will illuminate the lords love in a whole new way and help you draw closer to the savior.
Discussions on the book of mormon testimony of the witnesses and general church history. Rebroadcast joseph smiths folk magic and seer stones. Dean sessions how practical scientific applications of the um help us learn truth. The mission of byutv is to create purposeful, engaging viewing and listening experiences that entertain, inspire, uplift, and improve families and communities. Book of mormon videos and movies lds gospel discussion. Discussions on the new testament acts to revelation. Discussions on the book of mormon 1 nephi 12 originally aired. Book of mormon themed discussions chicken scratch n sniff. This section will go into many different areas of the book of mormon in order to get a fuller picture. Discussion regarding the historicity of the book of mormon often focuses on archaeological issues, some of which relate to the large size and the long time span of the civilizations mentioned in the book. Discussions on the book of mormon jacob 46 originally aired. These records were later abridged to create the plates of mormon, or the gold plates that joseph smith translated. The book of mormon is hilarious, uproarious, outrageous, spiky, and highly entertaining the huffington post.