Come, follow me book of mormon 2020 younger children. The theological and religious teachings of the book of mormon are important in three respects. What are the origins of lehis understanding of the fall. Transcripts of lectures presented to an honors book of mormon class at brigham young university, 19881990 hugh nibley follow this and additional works at. Book of mormon racist teachings life after ministry.
The theology of the book of mormon an introduction to the book of. The results of the prophets work would later be published as the book of mormon. Actually christians, not book of mormon believing churches lds, community of christ, church of jesus christ. 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. They use the book of mormon to try establish joseph smith as a prophet and then you are introduced to more of their false doctrines, by the doctrine and covenants, pearl of great price, etc. As mormon presents information about evil covenants in the book of mormon, he provides details about the historical setting of these covenants. Millet the book of mormon bears testimony of the critical nature of record keeping and particularly of the necessity for scriptural records in the development and preservation of a civilization. In trying to understand the background to the book of mormons teachings on the fall, one lds scholar, stephen d.
A mormon should be concerned for the lack of support in the book of mormon for the many current and essential teachings of the lds church. Heres a behindthescenes look at the filming of the book. Please note that these teachings are documented from mormon writersnot antimormon writers. Starting some 50 years before christ, the first of three secret. The lord has declared that the book of mormon contains the fulness of the gospel of jesus christ doctrine and covenants 20.
Part of thereligious education commons this book is brought to you for free and open access by byu scholarsarchive. The influence of the brass plates on the teachings of nephi. The value of the book of mormon book of mormon mormon. Teachings of the book of mormon, part 3 deseret book. There lies the bait to believe their book of mormon. In the book of mormon,there are such things as nephi,coreloms, gold plates,an entire lost tribe of israel anthat is not what he argued in his opening post. Twelve beliefs the mormon church might not want you to. The crowning event recorded in the book of mormon is the account of the resurrected lord jesus christ ministering, teaching, and blessing. In mormon theology, many lost truths are restored in the book of mormon, which mormons hold to be divine scripture and equal in authority to the bible. Nibley in the first of four honors book of mormon classes that he taught at byu during. It serves as a companion to the bible, reinforcing the witness of jesus christ, and adding new insights into his sacred mission. A study of the teachings and doctrine of the book of mormon with emphasis on the saviors ministry.
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. Devil, the the devil was born as a spirit after jesus in the morning of preexistence, mormon doctrine, p. The book of mormon testifies of jesuss ministry in the americas following his resurrection. Book of mormon basic mormon beliefs and mormon teachings. Covenant teachings of the book of mormon book of mormon. 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. Hugh nibley is one of the bestknown and most highly revered of latterday saint scholars. Ever since the ezra taft benson, general authorities have constantly been emphasizing the importance of studying the book of mormon more than any of the other standard works.
By making jacobs teachings more comprehensible, readers of the book of. What is in the book of mormon that is so valuable that we cant find in the bible. We testify that when used together, the bible and the book of mormon confound false doctrines teachings of. The influence of the brass plates on the teachings of. If this scripture is not being followed, then why does the church so often emphasize the importance of reading it regularly. When we study the book of mormon, our understanding of the doctrines in the bible is clarified. The book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ. The teachings and doctrine of the book of mormon a study of the doctrine taught in the prophetic writings, sermons, and themes of the book of mormon, with emphasis on heavenly fathers plan and the central role of his son, jesus christ. The mormon story is that the nephite military commander and prophet moroni buried a history of his people, written on gold plates, in the hill cumorah in ad 421. What unique doctrines did the lord reveal through the book of.
Features translations for most major world languages. For over forty years this nearlegendary teacher has enthralled his readers and listeners with his encyclopedic knowledge, his wit, and his untiring research in defense of latterday saint beliefs. It is vintage nibley, with his insights, humor, and passionate convictions, discussing a book that he loves and knows so well. Teachings and doctrine of the book of mormon undergraduate. The king james quotations in the book of mormon, the history of the text of the book of mormon. Another testament of jesus christ and is a companion to the bible. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading teachings of the book of mormon. A dynamic, interactive, webfriendly presentation of the book of mormon. This has changed my understanding of the savior and his love for all people the savior is involved in every story, petrie said. Covenant teachings of the book of mormon book of mormon central. The lessons found in this course focus on prominent doctrinal themes emphasized by the inspired authors of the book of mormon. Just as covenant teachings are clustered in certain sections of the book of mormon, the multiple spokesmen, prophets, and writers of the book of mormon placed varying emphasis on covenant teachings.
The book of mormon teaches that little children are not capable of sin because they do not have a. Table 2 identifies the various book of mormon sections in which these different authors presented their covenant teachings. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The influence of the brass plates on the teachings of nephi robert l. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church focuses its doctrine and teaching on jesus christ. Top 10 teachings of mormonism not supported by the book of mormon. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates. The book of mormon teaches that israel will not be gathered until her people accept the christ. Early christianity and 1 nephi 14 stephen robinson. We accept christs atonement by repenting of our sins, being baptized, receiving the gift of the holy ghost, and. 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. This course, teachings and doctrine of the book of mormon religion 275, is designed to help students use a different approach to studying the book of mormon. Part two covers mosiah 6 through alma 41 in twentyseven lectures. Nibley in the first of four honors book of mormon classes that he taught at byu during 198890.
As a few book of mormon central knowhys have explored see below, jacobs teachings about polygamy are made more comprehensible when they are read in light of ancient israelite and mesoamerican social practices and in light of the larger point of jacobs speech. According to joseph smith in the history of the church 4. Ricks, examined portrayals of adam and the fall in ancient jewish writings that were not included in the bible. It was first published in march 1830 by joseph smith as the book of mormon. Who is following the teachings in the holy book of mormon. Introduction to teachings and doctrine of the book of mormon teacher manual religion 275 lesson 1. The book of mormon is a record of the ancient inhabitants of the north continue reading book of mormon. Teachings and doctrine of the book of mormon teacher manual. The book of mormon restores plain and precious truths that have been lost from the bible. In the case of each doctrine considered, it is the book of mormon and not the bible that establishes the doctrinal position of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. The book of mormon is changing the lives of people all. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible. Book of mormon racist teachings 09192017 by lifeafterministry galatians 3.
The book delves into political theology within a christian or. Criticism of the church of jesus christ of latterday. A contemporary mormon view is that these israelite civilizations rose and fell in mesoamerica. 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. Teachings and doctrine of the book of mormon student readings. Three simple ways to show contradictions in the mormon belief. Throughout the history of the church, people of every race and ethnicity in many countries have been baptized and have lived as faithful members of the church. Are these really the inspired word of god through a modern day prophet, or. How saints and jacobs teachings can help contextualize.
Devil, the the devil was born as a spirit after jesus in the morning of. Thus this is an appropriate place to discuss the book of mormon teachings and examples of evil or secret covenants. The devil was born as a spirit after jesus in the morning of preexistence, mormon doctrine, p. The book of mormon teaches that little children are not capable of sin because they do not have a sinful nature moroni 8. Come, follow me younger children book of mormon 2020. The book of mormon is more correct than the bible, history of the church, 4. According to our teachings, satan and an army of supporters were cast down to earth from the premortal spirit world. We believe all that god has revealed, all that he does now reveal, and we. Introductory pages of the book of mormon another testament of jesus christ january 612.
Teachings of the book of mormon, part 2 deseret book. Transcripts of lectures present to an honors book o. Criticism of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Mormon leaders tell us no mormon teachings in the book of. The lds church subscribes to the doctrine of continual revelation. The book of mormon is a record of the ancient inhabitants of the north american continent.
The book of mormon makes three distinctive contributions regarding the gathering of israel. Transcripts of lectures presented to an honors book of mormon class at brigham young university, 19881990. Mar 10, 2020 as a few book of mormon central knowhys have explored see below, jacobs teachings about polygamy are made more comprehensible when they are read in light of ancient israelite and mesoamerican social practices and in light of the larger point of jacobs speech. As a companion to the bible, the book of mormon is a witness of jesus christs divinity and his role as the savior of the world.
Title page introduction to teachings and doctrine of the book of mormon teacher manual religion 275 lesson 1. Joseph smith translated the book of mormon from gold plates. We testify that when used together, the bible and the book of mormon confound false doctrines teachings of ezra taft benson, p. The teachings and doctrine of the book of mormon this course focuses on doctrine and themes found throughout the writings, teachings, and sermons of the book of mormon. Jesus paid for all our sins when he suffered in the garden of gethsemane, laurel rohlfing, sharing time. The videos have the ability to extend the reach of the book of mormon making teachings and stories and doctrine available 247 throughout the world and understandable to all of varying degrees of literacy. In three major statements about the gospel of jesus christ, the book of mormon highlights certain principles and ordinances that a person must follow or have completed in order to come fully unto christ. How can the book of mormon help me draw closer to jesus. Lds are key lds teachings derived from the book of mormon. Beliefs and practices of the church of jesus christ of latterday. You will feel your faith in jesus christ increase and his love for you as you read and discover his teachings throughout the text. Ten lies i told as a mormon missionary mormonism research. Book of mormon the book of mormon is more correct than the bible, history of the church, vol. The book of mormon consistently goes beyond the bible in its teachings, but is certainly in harmony with it.
Emphasis is given to prophetic witnesses of heavenly father and his son, jesus christ. Mar 21, 2016 the lord has declared that the book of mormon contains the fulness of the gospel of jesus christ doctrine and covenants 20. Civilizations of their magnitude and duration would be expected to leave extensive archaeological records. This volume will change the way you read and study the book of mormon. A comparison of book of mormon, bible, and traditional. Teachings of the book of mormon, semester 4 neal a.
First, it emphasizes the fact that the people of israel were scattered because they rejected the holy one of israel, namely jesus christ. If you are a book of mormon believing parent, you are strongly encouraged to follow the teachings in the book. The book of mormon is a book of scripture that details god. Korihor, an antichrist preaching at the time when alma the younger was high priest over the land, convinced many nephites that they should not believe in jesus christ or his coming atonement. They are the same teachings as found in the new testament. The book of mormon is a compilation of several books written by ancient prophets. The book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ lesson 2. For over forty years this nearlegendary teacher has enthralled his readers and listeners. Yes of course a self proclaimed mormon expert who isnt able to post a specific quote from any mormon leaders saying precisely what you claim in your op that there arent any mormon teachings in the book of mormon has such a vast amount of credence. Official declaration 2, 1978 the book of mormon teaches that all are alike unto god, including black and white, bond and free, male and female 2 nephi 26. Several mesoamerican civilizations did exist in the time period covered by the book of mormon, including the olmec, zapotec and maya. The book of mormon restores plain and precious truths that were lost.