The book of mormon is a record of the ancient inhabitants of the north continue reading book of mormon. This editor thinks that this is one of the most racist messages i can think of. A young bishop in england describes how the book of mormon came to life for him and changed his perspective forever. This satirical attempt to define mormon is even more fanciful and absurd than e. Only i was video taping them from my computer screen, downloading them to my mac and creating homemade dvds of select mormon messages that i thought were appropriate for the respective baptism service. The prophethistorian, mormon, reflecting on a period of war and death among the nephites, teaches of spiritual cause and effect and how death is a defining moment for individuals passing into the eternities. Strang of the tribe of judah, and make them one stick, and they shall be one in mine hand. It is being shared again to celebrate the 190th anniversary of the publication of the book of mormon. What the book of mormon musical writers attempt to teach about truth, faith and scriptural stories mocks every religion and person of faith. A friend of mine who is a gospel scholar said the following. The inspirational messages video series contain short uplifting messages regarding principles and values that are important to the world. This is the media channel of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints.
President monson and president erying encouraged youth to read the book of mormon. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints youtube. Why the message behind the book of mormon musical is so. Joseph looked into the hat in which he placed the stone, and received a revelation that some of the brethren should go to toronto, canada. The victors in the warthe remnant of the book of mormon peoplewere identified by joseph smith in 1842. Specifically, the book of mormon was prepared for our day so that we would learn and grow by readings the words of ancient prophets in the americ. The documentary a new day for the book of mormon tells the story of the coming forth of this unusual book of scripture and how it is affecting people todayeven some people you might not expect. But a close reading of the complete book as scripture that has messages about oppression, inequality, and other issues of social justice has not been available until now. During the one thousandyear timespan the book of mormon was being engraved from 600bc to 421ad, only four major family groups kept possession of and composed on the book of mormon plates. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the book of mormon for the least of these, volume 1.
Lehis family, mosiahs family, almas family and mormons family. These include illustrations, images, maps and prophetic statements that support the overall messages of the book of mormon that jesus is the christ, that his atoning sacrifice continues to bless all people, and that the covenants between god and the house of israel remain in effect. Only i was video taping them from my computer screen, downloading them to my mac and creating homemade dvds of select mormon messages that i thought were. Is there life after death, and whats waiting for us on the other side. However, the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Historically, polygamy was permitted by the mormon church. In one year were thousands and tens of thousands of souls sent to the eternal world, that they might reap their rewards according to their works, whether they were good or.
Eight new episodes of the book of mormon videos lds365. Testimony of the book of mormon latterday saints channel. The book of mormon for the least of these, volume 1. One of the most successful musicals of all time, the show has won nine tony awards and. Messages of the book of mormon truths from another. There is no evidence of any actual history in the book of mormon. Four messages from the four primary authors of the book of. Examples of bigotry and hate in the book of mormon. The book of mormon musical is extremely racist the. It discusses topics such as the origin of the american indians, christ in ancient america, christ in the book of mormon and the principle of restoration.
Nov 21, 2019 the book of mormon explains that the civilization which kept the record was destroyed in a devastating series of wars, culminating in a final battle at a large hill namedcumorah, located in western new york. We are a nonprofit organization supported by people like you. Mormonsanciently in egypta set of blacklegs, thieves, robbers, and murderers. Reading the book of mormon is an adventure everyone should have. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Some scholars estimate that about 99% of the book of mormon text was authored primarily by four principal writers. The book of mormon the book of mormon was translated by joseph smith the prophet from ancient records and gives an account of people who used to live in north and south america, and their wars and. In the book of mormon and the messages of the four gospels, 14 latterday saint scholars answer these and other questions with a collection of thought provoking essays. Read this weeks knowhy connected with the come follow me curriculum, and watch a video elucidating an insight in this weeks scripture reading. Live interview with kamri 12 who was challenged to read the book of mormon in 10 days. Mormon messages by topic short videos from the lds church. Top 40 inspirational book of mormon scriptures the lifey app. Whitney clayton tells byu graduates to disconnect from exmormons and avoid relationships with exes.
Also sacred to latterday saints is the book of mormon as a tutor in discerning the promptings of the holy ghost. Mormon, the man and the message book of mormon central. As stated in the title page, the purpose of the book is. A young bishop in england describes how the book of mormon came to. When i saw the book of mormon, all i knew was that everybody loved it from oprah winfrey to jon stewart. Start a new adventure messages of the book of mormon. We are called the mormons as a nickname, and this comes from the book of mormon which is a book like the bible. Introducing the book of mormon for the least of these by. Four messages from the four primary authors of the book of mormon. Jan 24, 2020 the book of mormon has certainly experienced readers examining it from various points of view, including through history, literature, and orthodoxy.
If you love the book of mormon, consider donating to book of mormon central and becoming part of this exciting movement. It is the word of god and, like the bible, gives us guidance and inspiration in our daily lives. We believe that god has revealed his word to all people in all generations and the book of mormon is simply a record of his dealings with a different nation than that of the bible. The book of mormon is an entirely different book of scripture. Instead of picketing the book of mormon musical, for example, the mormon church. Unless otherwise indicated, all content on this channel is ed by intel. Book of mormona book of gross, fictitious nonsense, wrote by mormon, for gazeloms diabolical purposes. On its very first page you will find a declaration, from a prophet who lived in the americas about 400 a. 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. The book of mormon the bible family is forever purpose of life coming closer to god jesus christs church forgiveness life after death baptism temples healthy living belong worship services people and programs missionaries. 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. Messages and evidences is the collection of a series of radio talks given during the summer and fall of 1946 on sunday evening on temple square. While the bible is written by and about the people in the land of israel and surrounding areas and takes place from the creation of the world until shortly after the death of jesus.
For most of christianity, christ doctrines are found solely in the new testament, particularly in the 4 gospels. The official youtube channel of the book of mormon musical. Christianity as explained by a member of the church of jesus christ of latter day saints. Mormon messages are short videos from the lds church featuring the words of prophets and apostles about values and principles important to society. The book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ and serves as a companion scripture to the holy. While not directly explaining the title page of the book of mormon, rust nevertheless uses it as a prompt to discuss other topics. The book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ. Recommended resources learn about the book of mormon with verse by verse commentaries from renowned book of mormon scholars like john w. The book of mormon reinforces the lds doctrine that the gospel of jesus christ existed before the creation and has been revealed to prophets and believers throughout time. Richard neitzel holzapfel was an assistant professor of church history and doctrine at brigham young university when this was published. As its subtitle states, it is a testament, or a witness, that jesus christ lives and that he is the savior and redeemer of the world.
Pause for a moment and picture a copy of the book of mormon. The testimony of the book of mormon confirms the testimony of the bible that jesus is the only begotten son of god and the savior of the world. May 01, 2019 when i saw the book of mormon, all i knew was that everybody loved it from oprah winfrey to jon stewart. Elliots purpose as a missionary is to share the message of jesus christ, as contained in both the bible and the book of mormon. Mormon church admits the book of mormon is not historical admin note. Morons mormons are a religious group that includes former 2012 election runnerup mitt romney. The ten most expensive mormon books meridian magazine. How the book of mormon design has changed over the last 100 years kelsey berteaux editors note. As you explore, i hope youll discover my deep love for jesus christ, and come to know that this love and faith is central to the life of every member of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Free book of mormon meet with missionaries find a church email get a book of mormon. Latent antimormon bias may seem harmless enoughafter all, mormons are reluctant to call others out on it. In one year were thousands and tens of thousands of souls sent to the eternal world, that they might reap their rewards according to their works, whether they were good or whether. Discover how you can come closer to god by reading from its pages.
Learn about the savior, jesus christ, and how the basic beliefs of his gospel can enrich our lives. Like the bible, the book of mormon is a book of scripture that teaches about jesus. The videos tell stories from the books of mosiah and alma. Mar 09, 2020 eight more episodes of the book of mormon videos will be released beginning friday, march. I love the mormon messages and thought these would be great to show during that time period, and they were. When the angel moroni delivered the gold plates to joseph smith in 1827, he fulfilled biblical prophecy see rev. Nov 15, 2017 latent antimormon bias may seem harmless enoughafter all, mormons are reluctant to call others out on it. It discusses topics such as the origin of the american indians, christ in ancient america, christ. Rust, richard dilworth, the book of mormon, designed for our day. The book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ and is a companion scripture to the bible. Though most of the links in messages of the book of mormon posts are to resources, the views reflected in my writing are my own and are not meant to be read as an official position of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Introductory pages of the book of mormon book of mormon. This is a question that popped into my head as i watched the newest book of mormon video about the wellknown story of alma and amulek. Eight more episodes of the book of mormon videos will be released beginning friday, march.
Some myths or accusations against the book of mormon debunked. Apr 21, 2020 the prophethistorian, mormon, reflecting on a period of war and death among the nephites, teaches of spiritual cause and effect and how death is a defining moment for individuals passing into the eternities. Joseph smith used magic to translate book of mormon 03222020 by lifeafterministry that we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive. Basic mormon beliefs is a website dedicated to answering these questions. Watch this trailer of the episodes covering mosiah and alma. The book of mormon is the word of god, like the bible. The book of mormon for the least of these, volume 1 kindle edition by salleh, fatimah, olsen hemming, margaret. While not directly explaining the title page of the book of mormon, rust nevertheless uses.
Mckay has said that he has always thought that the purpose of the book of job was to emphasize the fact that the testimony of the spiritthe testimony of the gospel, is beyond the power of satans temptation or any physical influence dedication of. Introductory pages of the book of mormon book of mormon central. The book of mormon answers essential questions that we all have at some point. I think that the book of mormon actually helps to complete the message that the bible is sharing to the world. This story was originally published in december 2015. The churchs official name is the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. The book of mormon has certainly experienced readers examining it from various points of view, including through history, literature, and orthodoxy.
Its interesting to note that all four of those prophets bore testimony. This video from 2014 is available on byutv and features interviews with scholars and historians. The moment you begin a serious study of the book of mormon, you will find greater power to resist temptation. This somewhat odd religious group was started by joseph smith, who they believe to be a prophet though more than one of his prophecies failed, below is an example. Behold, i will take the stick of joseph book of mormon, which is in the hand of ephraim joseph smith, and the tribes of israel his fellows, and will put them with him, even with the stick of judah book of the law of the lord translated by james j. Aug 27, 2012 basic mormon beliefs is a website dedicated to answering these questions.
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