Invite students to write the second paragraph of president bensons statement in their copies of the book of mormon at the top or bottom of the first page of the. He said the introduction page in current ldsproduced books was not part of the original text translated by joseph smith jr. Theres other stuff that is in the book of mormon right there, the front matter that we should talk about where it comes from why it matters. Dec 30, 2019 taylor halverson and tyler griffin talk about the introduction to the book of mormon and the witnesses. Detractors of the book of mormon have often quoted this phrase as they point to changes in different editions of the book of mormon, punctuation or grammatical problems. On the translation of the book of mormon, see joseph smith documents dating through june 1831. It is a record of gods dealings with the ancient inhabitants of the americas and contains. Before you even get to 1 nephi chapter 1, its clear that the book of mormon is no ordinary book.
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. Come follow me insights into introduction and witnesses. Look for these purposes, and then as you study the book of mormon this year, note passages that you feel accomplish these purposes. The book of mormons introduction page says it is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. We who created and who maintain this onomasticon work under the belief that the book of mormon is an ancient document whose cultural roots, except for the jaredite cultural legacy, reach back to 7th century bc judah. Dec 12, 2019 lets jump into studying the book of mormon with come, follow me lesson introductory pages of the book of mormon another testament of jesus christ december 30 january 5. Each days assignment includes the required scripture. Emphasizing sacred texts and prophecies as well as the crucial temple rituals of endowments, marriage and baptism, it is written by a nonbeliever, who describes mormonism in ways that nonmormons can understand. Introductory pages of the book of mormon another testament of. Entry for the book of mormon from the encyclopedia of mormonism. I find the new year is always a great time to reevaluate and see what is most useful. Introductory pages of the book of mormon book of mormon central.
Introduction to the book of mormon another testament. Contents of the book of mormon an introduction to the book of. Introductory pages of the book of mormon church of jesus. Taylor halverson and tyler griffin talk about the introduction to the book of mormon and the witnesses.
An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates. Its introductory pages describe a backstory unlike any other. It is a record of gods dealings with ancient inhabitants of the americas. This oct 1981 ensign article published about the new edition to the book of mormon says.
A oneword change in the introduction to a 2006 edition of the book of mormon has reignited discussion among some latterday saints about the book s historicity, geography and the descendants of those chronicled within its pages. The book of mormon is evidence that joseph smith is a prophet of god and that the gospel of jesus christ has been restored to the earth see the introduction. This volume provides extensive commentary on the title page of the book of mormon, written by the hand of mormon. Use them individually, in your family study, and in your sunday school classes to dive deeper into the doctrines presented in the book of mormon. Introductory pages of the book of mormon come, follow mefor primary. Book of mormon word change christian research institute. Book of mormon introduction change may reflect new thinking. This timely book provides an important introduction to the basic history, doctrines and practices of the lds the mormon church. The book of mormon can strengthen my faith in jesus christ. This title page serves as an introduction and preface to all that the reader encounters in the book of mormon, and reflects mormons own feelings about the work and the gospel of jesus christ. Introduction and witnesses of the book of mormon come follow me lesson dec 30 jan 5 book of mormon central.
The title page of the book of mormon provides more than just a title. The story of the writing of the title page to the book of mormon, by sidney b. The book of mormon is a lengthy and somewhat complex book. In the introduction to the book of mormon the second paragraph reads. Those who pursue this course and ask in faith will gain a testimony of its truth and divinity by the power of the. Debate renewed with change in book of mormon introduction. Aug 31, 2006 who wrote the introduction to the book of mormon. Introduction this video takes the text of the introduction of the book of mormon and brings it to life with relevant images and video animation. The following pages are commentaries on those items. Before the actual chapters of the book of mormon begin, there are several items which have been added by way of introduction and testimony. I find this a good way to highlight some key principles about the book of mormon, especially if youre teaching your family or youth. According to smith, the book is originally written in an otherwise unknown language called reformed egyptian on golden plates and it should be of similar importance as the bible.
Introductory pages of the book of mormon another testament. As opposed to the title page, the introduction to the book of mormon is a modern addition. In this study we will show that there have been at least 3,9 changes made in the book of mormon from the time it was first published in 1830. Lets study the introductory pages of the book of mormon. The introduction to the book of mormon the church of. The book of mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. A clear understanding of its various parts and how they fit together is essential to understanding the issues pertaining to its historical and religious claims. Come follow me dont miss this introductory pages of the book.
Jan 01, 2020 the wording of the videos narration comes mainly from the book of mormons title page. Lds missionaries encourage prospects to read the book of mormon and pray to receive a spiritual witness or testimony that it is the word of god based on a statement toward the end of the book of mormon in moroni 10. Book of mormon 1981introduction wikisource, the free. This sevenpart series provides a clear overview of what the book of mormon is, its contents, how it came to be published, its likely sources and composition, what it teaches, and how mormons defend it, along with a selective bibliography of significant books about the book of mormon. The front matter of contemporary editions of the book of mormon include the following elements. Introductory pages of the book of mormon the church of. Dec 23, 2019 you know the title page and the second title page in the first page only has the title introduction the testimony of the three witnesses the aid witnesses the the testimony of joseph smith in the coming fourth of the book of mormon and all those pages that are like really helpful at the beginning of the book to jump in. It was first published in march 1830 by joseph smith as the book of mormon. Among other things, it lists several purposes of this sacred record. Title page of the book of mormon come follow me lesson dec 30 jan 5 book of mormon central. I am curious as to who wrote the introduction the page after the title page in the book of mormon. The remix hypothesis holds that without certain foundational texts and cultural influences preceding the 1830 publication of the book of mormon, it simply would.
Fair study aidsbook of mormon resources by chapter and verse. Introductory pages of the book of mormon part 1 come. Another testament of jesus christ we hope that these lds sunday school discussion questions over the introduction pages of the book of mormon enrich your come, follow me study and increase your testimony of the savior. It has been suggested by many that the announced change in the book of mormon introduction has everything to do with the dna challenge that the church has been facing for the past few years. The context of joseph smiths statement in this regard is that a man can grow nearer to god by abiding by its precepts than by any other book. Brief introductions to the book of mormon can be read at. Linguistics and the book of mormon limited geography model prophets and people list of book of mormon prophets jacob book of mormon prophet abinadi alma the elder alma the younger ammon book of mormon missionary king benjamin brother of jared samuel the lamanite captain moroni enos book of mormon prophet ether book of mormon prophet. Come follow me insights into introduction and witnesses, dec. It is a record of gods dealings with ancient inhabitants of the americas and contains the fulness of the everlasting gospel. Concerning this record the prophet joseph smith said. The title page of the book of mormon, written by its final author, moroni, near 400 a.
I told the brethren that the book of mormon was the most correct of any book on the earth. Title page title page of the book of mormon introduction testimony of three witnesses testimony of eight. Mcconkie, a comparison of book of mormon, bible, and traditional teachings on the doctrines of salvation, religious educator. Sorenson, religious groups and movements among the nephites, 2001 b. Structure your personal scripture study by following a multimedia, day by day plan. The record gives an account of two great civilizations. While the book is written to an audience unfamiliar with mormonism, those interested in mormon studies will find it a valuable resource for reflecting on the text of the book of mormon as a narrative. I have done some seraching on the internet and the best answer i have found, is church leaders, but i am looking more specifically which church leaders if it was in fact church leaders, which i. The book of mormon is a complex book covering a variety of historical, religious, political, and military events in a variety of ancient communities. Invite the children to share stories they know from the book of mormon, using pictures 6786 in the gospel art book or other pictures you have.
Title page of book of mormon, circa early june 1829, page 1. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates taken from the plates of nephi. In making this study we obtained photocopies of an original 1830 edition of the book of mormon from the university of utah library. Introduction and a brief explanation about the book of mormon from current printed edition of the book of mormon. The introduction was written by mormon apostle brucer. Smith said he has received these plates in 1827 from an angel named. Wherefore, it is an abridgment of the record of the people of nephi, and also of the lamaniteswritten to the lamanites, who are a remnant of the house of israel. But it is helpful and inspiring, and certainly worth studying. Mcconkie, at the time considered to be one of the churchs most prominent theologians. New changes in the book of mormon introduction main street. Jun 11, 2009 the one page introduction to the book of mormon, which gives a brief overview of its contents, was added in 1981 when the lds church released a revised text of the book of mormon. The book of mormon describes moroni, the son of mormon, as the last prophet to write in the book of mormon and the person who eventually hid up the plates. 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. Introduction the church of jesus christ of latterday saints.
Their words, written on gold plates, were quoted and abridged by a prophethistorian named mormon. Josephs translation of the book of mormons ancient title page, a modern. This title page serves as an introduction and preface to all that the reader encounters in the book of mormon, and reflects mormon s own feelings about the work and the gospel of jesus christ. As always, inspired direction came from the scriptures publication committee of the quorum of the twelve. On the book of mormon as an ancient book maxwell institute john l. Scholars suggest that the title page was written by both mormon and moroni, but analysis provides evidence that moroni was the sole author. Also i must say i didnt take any of these pictures and dont own any. Come follow me lesson the keystone of our religion. What did the 3 witnesses testify about the book of mormon. The book of mormon is a second witness, confirming the validity of biblical doctrine and verifying the divinity of christ through the inspired words of other sheep in christs fold see john 10. Book of mormon introduction change may reflect new. The book was written by many ancient prophets by the spirit of prophecy and revelation. Introduction to the book of mormon teaching children. The book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ and serves as a companion scripture to the holy.
In this book, thomas balances critical inquiry with charitable reading with great success. We invite all men everywhere to read the book of mormon, to ponder in their hearts the message it contains, and then to ask god, the eternal father, in the name of christ if the book is true. For even more info on mormons aka members of the church of jesus christ of latter day saints check out or. Dec 18, 2014 for even more info on mormons aka members of the church of jesus christ of latter day saints check out or mormon. Its a matter of some controversy, then, that lds officials have now changed the text of the introduction to the book of mormon, softening the assertion made when the introduction was first. So weve talked about the power and the purpose of the book of mormon as merona introduced it on the title page. Jul 26, 2018 the book of mormon is a sacred text that was published in march 1830 by joseph smith, jr. An introduction to mormonism introduction to religion. This narration of the book of mormon comes from the introduction preface, included in each book of mormon. The book required creativity a form of remixing to produce, and as with any other creative work, the book of mormon appears to be heavily influenced by its time and place in history. The book of mormon is the keystone of our religion. The book of mormon plays a primary role in mormon evangelistic efforts.
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