Commentaries and insights on the book of mormon includes. The book of mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the. Thomas professor of law at brigham young university and was for 27 years editorinchief of byu studies, the premier latterday saint scholarly journal. Job was a just and perfect man who walked uprightly before the lord. Rhodes, produced by the brigham young university new testament commentary, and published by byu studies, provo, ut 84602. We, who read nearly every night our entire marriage, stopped reading scriptures because of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. Below is the introduction to what will be an ongoing personal chapterbychapter commentary on the book of mormon, starting with 1st nephi. It is totally different from the bible by virtue of its genesis. Contribute to the worldwide conversation about the lds church by providing your sacrament talk to publish. Home book of mormon subject guides at brigham young university. Aug 02, 2017 many pages are offered covering book of mormon questions, common attacks on the church, the issue of prophets and apostles, the lds view of the bible, baptism and baptism for the dead, the book of abraham, questions about first vision accounts, fulfilled prophecies of joseph smith, the eternal potential of human beings, the fuzzy definitions. Given the attitude, counsel, and instructions from leaders of the church of jesus christ of latter day saints today, it appears the church has successfully dodged that. Chapter 12 mormon s commentary on the condition of the peoplehuman frailty and the goodness and power of godblessed are the penitentmen to be judged according to.
The series quotes each verse of book of mormon scripture and gives a detailed. In this talk on cd, john bytheway shows that what we often call the war chapters in the book of mormon are rich in gospel wisdom and spiritual insight. After this preparatory outline, jacob quotes isaiah 50 and 51 2 ne. May 27, 1997 since the early 1970s there has been a dramatic increase in general interest in the book of mormon, particularly among latter day saints. An excerpt from grant hardys interview with stephen o. These two talks made a huge difference on my faith in jesus christ and my love of the book of mormon that helped me gain my testimony and keep it growing. This website is not owned by or affiliated with the church of jesus christ of latter day saints sometimes called the mormon or lds church. Book of mormon commentary link step by step through the. The views expressed by individual users are the responsibility of. Welch is a cofounder of book of mormon central and serves as the chair of its board of directors. This is about the restoration general conference to be held 1921 april 2019 in grand junction co.
The book of mormon study guide by jeania on 4252017 i havent started it yet, but i know that i will love it, i excommunicated myself from the church for personnel reasons almost 21 yrs ago, but i still call myself a moron and i am working on getting back into the church. Commentary title page the book of mormon title page begins. Commentaries and insights on the book of mormon, vol. In less than two weeks there will be a conference on ancient scriptures in the restoration sponsored by farms and the smith institute for church history at byu. The lord covenanted with enos to bring forth the book of mormon to the lamanites, enos 1. Book of mormon is currently a philosophy and religion good article nominee.
This verse brings the apocalyptic prophecy or historical commentary right up to the summer of 1829, when oliver cowdery was transcribing the text of the book of mormon the things written and hid up by nephis seed as it fell from the lips of joseph smith who was divining the translation of the ancient record by the gift and power of god. Feb 27, 2021 we are pleased to announce the release of the newest commentary on the epistle to the hebrews. Check out my 3 nephi 25 help me understand the book of mormon podcast for more. 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 the salt lake temple annex in 1963, deseret news. Sep 28, 2017 towards the end of his talk, he echoed this same plea, encouraging us not only to read but also to prayerfully study and ponder the book of mormon each day. Teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon deseret book. The book of mormon was written for the intent that we may believe the bible, morm. Faust is the speaker name, and the talk title appears in smaller text on the second line. From the perspective of the first readers of the book of mormon, this is historical commentary. This sixvolume commentary on the book of mormon focuses on its spiritual, theological, cultural, textual, and historical context. Rowley, reflects, the book of job is the greatest work of genius in the old testament, and one of the worlds artistic masterpieces h. He presented at the 2014 and 2016 book of mormon lands conferences, and is the corecipiant of the 20 john taylor defender of the faith award from fairmormon. The book of mormon speaks not only of then present famines and afflictions for example, in helaman 11.
Book of mormon student manual in lds discontinued products on. Byu new testament commentary online conference march 6. Teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon deseret. The book of mormon shall stand as a testimony against the world, ether 5. The icons labeled watch and listen take you to for a video or audio presentation of the talk. The words of the book of mormon will figure prominently on that day, for they are the words by which you and i will be judged. Grant hardy university of north carolina, asheville, reading the book of mormon as a bible commentary room 2. The text suggests new world settlers escaped captivity, which is a little confusing as england offered more political and religious liberty than just about any other country in the world at that time. Wherefore, all things which are good cometh of god. Along those lines, i really love the lds citation index which lets you look for all quotes from conferences for any verse. This book does not merely claim to be a moral treatise or theological commentary or collection of.
Nibleys commentary on the book of mormon kindle edition by hummel, sharman bookwalter. Mormons believe joseph smith translated the book of mormon over the course of about three months from gold plates, then published an initial. Sep 24, 2020 most members of the church of jesus christ of latter day saints have probably never thought of the pearl of great price as controversial. May 10, 1988 the words of the book of mormon will figure prominently on that day, for they are the words by which you and i will be judged. This book also got my attention in reading an approach to the book of mormon by hugh. The article on 1st nephi in the encyclopedia of mormonism calls it the doctrinal and historical foundation for all of the book of mormon. The first in a new series of commentaries on lds standard works, and an ideal companion to the authors previous works, this useful volume will make a positive change in how you study, understand, and apply the timeless teachings of the book of mormon. Shannon brigham young university, book of mormon priesthood from lehi to alma concurrent sessions 3. On my podcast today i challenge you find a way to do some family history work as a sign of faith in the afterlife. The compete book of mormon is contained within the series, so it is not necessary to switch back and forth between the commentary and the book of mormon. Commentaries and teachings on the book of mormon includes. Audio and video are available for more recent conference talks, but not for older talks.
As the keystone of our religion, the book of mormon is highpriority reading. Book of mormon central produces weekly videos from tyler griffin, taylor halverson, john hilton iii, anthony sweat, casey griffiths, stephanie dibb sorensen and marianna richardson. This book has quotes from lds scholars and church authorities that go along with scriptures in the book of mormon. Their hearts were broken and they even asked why god didnt. In the book of mormon we read of events where he was an eyewitness. The online byu new testament commentary conference will start at 9am today. This index links from scriptures to the general conference talks that cite those scriptures in lds general conference between 1942 and the. The site has assembled a list of book of mormon commentaries you may find helpful as you study this year. Together with the bible, the book of mormon is an indispensable witness of the doctrines of christ and his divinity. When the children of lehi are successful, its because they make covenants first and swords later. Chapter 5 jacob quotes the prophet zenosallegory of the tame and wild olive treeisrael and the gentiles. I know its a bit confusing to call it general conference, but thats how it. We hope that day will not be the first time the book of mormon is truly unsealed and laid opened. Inspiring commentary and indepth insights on key scriptural passages excellent supplemental study material for gospel doctrine lessons biographical portraits of significant people in the book of mormon.
The book of mormon both illuminates the teachings of the master and exposes the tactics of the adversary. The authors are very knowledgeable and reliable in the things they share. Yet, givens and hauglid 1 use this book to argue that the pearl of great price is even more so. The time is long overdue for a massive flooding of the earth with the book of mormon for the many reasons which the lord has given. This fourvolume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard work doctrine. The book of mormon, yesit has been under attack practically since the night moroni appeared to joseph smith. Read a sample chapter from the maxwell institute study edition of the book of mormon, which hardy edited, below. Dividing the material into convenient topical sections, the book quotes the book of mormon verses in each case and gives a detailed commentary on them that. The musical ultimately endorses the positive power of love and service. Read commentaries and other resources from knowhys, steven c. The commentary is insightful and we learned many new and interesting thingspoints about most every section. A valuable resource for gospel teachers, students, and family study, commentaries on isaiah in the book of mormon can help each of us more fully comprehend the teachings and prophecies of isaiah. They were forced to watch as bad people killed followers of jesus christ.
New from bmc watch videos from gospel scholars and teachers to learn more about these sections of the doctrine and covenants. There i met a number of dignitaries, including an african tribal king. The book of mormon the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Referring to a commentary along with your scripture study may help you gain greater insights. Commentary on 1st nephi below is the introduction to what will be an ongoing personal chapterbychapter commentary on the book of mormon, starting with 1st nephi.
Before her conversion to the church of jesus christ of latter day saints she was an ordained minister in the. Stepbystep through the book of mormon step by step. Geographic theory maps a cultural commentary updated commentary. In my scripture study last year, i would read a chapter in the book of mormon and then read the quotes in this book that went a long with it. He gives this clinical description of how the angel was. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading nibleys commentary on the book of mormon. Naturally, it is read with varying degrees of comprehension, and many of us need assistance to deepen our understanding. I totally agree that this is talk should be essential for all of us to reread along with elder bruce r. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the position of the church.
The citations include such accepted primary sources as conference report, history of the church of jesus christ of latter day saints, and teachings of the prophet joseph smith, among others. Work and wonder general conference workbook april 2021. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. My husband and i read from it each night while studying the book of mormon. Nibleys commentary on the book of mormon, volume one, kindle edition by hummel, sharman bookwalter. No wonder the book of mormon proclaims with boldness, and if ye shall believe in christ ye will believe in these words, for they are the words of christ 2 nephi 33. The book of mormon commentary is a six book series that details every chapter and verse of the book of mormon teachings.
This page is designed to to help people read the book of mormon in a year, and to provide a related quote from general authorities every. General conference addresses, journal edition, april 2021. 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. A journal of mormon scripture, fairmormon, the book of mormon archaeological forum, and meridian magazine. With its approachable writing style and wealth of usable information, commentaries and teachings on the book of mormon is an invaluable resource for personal study, family instruction, speaking assignments, lesson preparation, missionary work, and more. Why mosiah 18 is grant hardys favorite book of mormon. Book of mormon student manual in lds discontinued products. Indepth insights on gospel doctrine reading assignments. See more ideas about scripture study, lds scriptures, scripture. My emphasis will be on doctrinal and historical items, with citations provided to other sources and commentaries when used. See more ideas about mormon, book of mormon, the church of jesus christ. Best of book of mormon commentary list scripture notes. We have the book of mormon, we have the members, we have the missionaries, we have the resources, and the world has the need. It is either the word of god as professed, or it is a total fraud.
The book of mormon, an account written by the hand of mormon upon plates taken from the plates of nephi. Dividing the material into convenient topical sections, each volume quotes the book of mormon verses and gives detailed commentary. No, this post isnt about the lds mormon general conference to be held 67 april 2019 in salt lake city ut. Jan 06, 2020 in 2020, the church of jesus christ of latter day saints is using the book of mormon for its come, follow me course of study. May 11, 2008 this verse brings the apocalyptic prophecy or historical commentary right up to the summer of 1829, when oliver cowdery was transcribing the text of the book of mormon the things written and hid up by nephis seed as it fell from the lips of joseph smith who was divining the translation of the ancient record by the gift and power of. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading nibleys commentary on the book of mormon, volume one. Commentaries on isaiah in the book of mormon deseret book.
Since the days of our father adam this has always been the case, and it will continue to be, so long as satan has any power over the hearts of the children of men in james r. In 1986, i was invited to give a special lecture at a university in accra, ghana. We build enduring faith in jesus christ by making the book of mormon accessible, comprehensible, and defensible to the entire world. Help me understand the book of mormon home facebook. This volume will change the way you read and study the book of mormon.
At the outset of 2 nephi 9, jacob clearly tells us why he has quoted these two chapters. I know its a bit confusing to call it general conference, but thats how it is labeled when it gets into the archives. The book of mormon is a musical comedy with music, lyrics, and book by trey parker, robert lopez, and matt stone first staged in 2011, the play is a satirical examination of the beliefs and practices of the church of jesus christ of latter day saints. Book of mormon commentary link step by step through the book. Hundreds of carefully selected quotes from modern apostles, prophets, and church leaders. Chapter 12 mormon s commentary on the condition of the peoplehuman frailty and the goodness and power of godblessed are the penitentmen to be judged according to their works chapter beginning of the prophecy of samuel the lamanitesamuel proclaims his prophecies from the city wall sword of justice to fall on fourth generationnephite. Stepbystep through the book of mormon a covenant record new. Reynolds brigham young university, the covenant concept in the book of mormon avram r. This is followed by two paragraphs, believed to be authored by the book of mormon prophet moroni, son of mormon. Byu new testament commentary online conference march 6, 2021.
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