How to change a powerpoint into a keynote presentation. Their article reminded me once again of the arbitrary nature of the church when it comes to the. It carried a small story on a change to a single word in the introduction of the book of mormon in the recent doubleday edition. The objective is not to find the most correct meaning for each passage of the book of mormon, but to find the most likely sources which joseph smith remixed to create the book of mormon. It is not part of the original book of mormon, but only later added as a helpful introduction. The original phrase and the changes are noted in red and bold for emphasisin the introduction to the book of mormon the second paragraph reads. That change takes into account details of book of mormon demography which are not. It was added to the book in 1981, which is when spencer w kimball was the president of the church. The books current introduction, added by the late lds apostle, bruce r.
The interesting thing is this change is not published anywhere. Changes in the book of mormon introduction juvenile instructor. Faithful scholars have long explored the book of mormon s historicity, literary quality, textual history, reception, and more. The news that the introduction to the 2006 doubleday edition of the book of mormon contains significant changes seems to be all the rage on the bloggernacle today. The first gathering of the book of mormon, including this preface, was likely printed by mid.
Could joseph smith have written the book of mormon. Latterday saints believe that the book of mormon tells the story of israelites in the new world in 600 b. His research did not focus on other factors, such as how latterday saints understood and related to the book of mormon. Why did lehi and jeremiah find themselves in a dark and dreary wilderness. Book of mormon introduction change may reflect new. Why did the church modify the introduction to the book of mormon. Also, all of the study tools and tips we will be using this upcoming year. While a few valuable scholarly works do emerge from time to time, many or most of these books are controversial in nature, and are more properly described as anti mormon books. The book of mormon comprises fifteen books, each named after its principal writer. Why did the church modify the introduction to the book of mormon from principal ancestors to among the ancestors. The record gives an account of two great civilizations. This had been the generally held belief from the time that. I find this a good way to highlight some key principles about the book of mormon, especially if youre teaching your family or youth. Mormon books mormonism, the mormon church, beliefs.
Above all, were these words given by the gift and power of god. Joseph smith said 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, history of the church, vol. Box 1884 salt lake city, utah 84110 or visit their website. Holland explains the background and importance of the book of mormon. The few significant modifications were made by the prophet joseph smith to clarify the meaning of the text, not to change it. A oneword change in the introduction to a 2006 edition of the book of mormon has reignited discussion among some latterday saints about the books historicity, geography and the descendants of those chronicled within its pages. We will examine the book of mormon verses and compare them to the bible.
Introductory pages of the book of mormon part 1 come. May 11, 2010 the book of mormon is a sacred text that was published in march 1830 by joseph smith, jr. It is true that when the book of mormon was printed the printer was a man who was unfriendly. A oneword change in the introduction to a 2006 edition of the book of mormon has reignited discussion among some latterday saints about. Displaying powerpoint presentation on introduction to the book of mormon available to view or download. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates taken from the plates of nephi 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. In making this study we obtained photocopies of an original 1830 edition of the book of mormon. It introduces the book of mormon to the modern reader by providing background information and a description of the book. An introduction to the book of mormon by devery scott anderson. Why were textual changes made to the book of mormon over the years after it was first published.
An introduction to the book of mormon 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 change in skin color is often mentioned in conjunction with gods curse on the descendants of laman for their wickedness and corruption. Significant book of mormon introduction change mormons talk. Feb 03, 2008 book of mormon title page and introduction. Peggy fletcher stacks article in the sl tribune this morning announced that the introduction s previous claim that the lamanites are the principal ancestors of the american indians has been. Book of mormontextual changeswhy were these changes made. Debate renewed with change in book of mormon introduction. Book of mormon title page and introduction youtube. The geographical setting of the book of mormon is the set of locations of the events described in the book of mormon. The introduction to the book of mormon was not a part of the original plates.
The book was written by many ancient prophets by the spirit of prophecy and revelation. Farms and deseret book have allowed us to reprint william hamblins conclusions from warfare in the book of mormon. Smith said he has received these plates in 1827 from an angel named. December 30 january 5 introductory pages of the book of mormon this printable kit for all ages will help you study and teach the introductory pages to the book of mormon. Doctrinal subjects which have become commonplace conversation among the latterday saints are. The church made the change in wording to the introduction to the book of mormon to remove the assumption, which inserted into the book of mormon introduction in the 1920s and not part of the original text, that all of the inhabitants of the americas were exclusive descendants of lehi. The published text of the book of mormon has been corrected and edited through its various editions. You will also need the picture of mormon abridging the plates from the gospel art picture kit, the book of mormon stories video dvd, a television, and a dvd player. 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 do tend to believe. The only concise, accessible introduction to this extraordinary work, which is too often overshadowed by the controversies that surround it. Nevertheless, this material is not presented as an apologetic work, neither is.
But it is helpful and inspiring, and certainly worth studying. If you love the book of mormon, consider donating to book of mormon central and becoming part of this exciting movement. 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. This series focuses particularly on theologythe scholarly practice of exploring a scriptural texts implications and its lens on gods work in the world. A recent word change to the introduction of the book of mormon has once again brought attention to the question regarding the historical reliability of one of mormonisms most sacred texts. The title page the introduction the testimonies of the three and eight witnesses the testimony of the prophet joseph smith with this kit you andor your children will learn all about the purpose and power. The book of mormon is one of four books of scripture accepted by the church of jesus christ of latterday saints the mormon or lds church. The book of mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. A careful check of the list of changes shows there is not one change or.
I have a copy of the original book of mormon and all the changes in it next to it. 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. Who wrote the 1981 introduction to the book of mormon. After thousands of years, all were destroyed except the lamanites, and they are among the ancestors of the american indians. Proposed book of mormon geographical setting wikipedia. During the twentieth century, many writers contributed to book of mormon research. A t the end of the smash broadway musical, the book of mormon, the protagonist, elder price, a zealous young mormon missionary in uganda, triumphantly sings, we are still latter day saints, all of us even if we change some things, or we break the rules. Jun 11, 2009 a recent word change to the introduction of the book of mormon has once again brought attention to the question regarding the historical reliability of one of mormonisms most sacred texts.
Such an approach, buttressed by much additional detail and a willingness, finally, to advance a possible geographical locale for the events of the book of mormon, resulted in johns magnum opus, an ancient american setting for the book of mormon 1985. 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. Why new testament words and phrases are in the book of mormon part 9. I witnessed a miracle this last march as i saw a boy whom we will call eric, age 15, change from a depressed, low selfesteemed, bitter teenager into a happy, confident, grateful, and testimonyfilled young man. Smith is full of bluff and bluster, and is a fraud. If, as the mormon church claims, the original revelations came directly from god, what justifies the tampering documented above. The picture and the video are available online, or they can be checked out. Lds scholars often point out that smith had received a rudimentary education at best, and did not have access to the works needed to research the book.
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. Another change affirms the teaching that the book of mormon alone contains the fullness of the gospel. 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. The crowning event recorded in the book of mormon is the personal ministry of the lord jesus christ among the nephites soon after his resurrection. Perhaps because this episode has an unhappy ending, historians and general readers feel its pain and turn away. Feb 20, 2011 how many changed has the book of mormon been changed. Preface to book of mormon, circa august 1829, page iii. To obtain copies of their work please write to utah lighthouse ministry p. One argument that mormon apologists frequently employ is the claim that joseph smith was intellectually unequipped to write the book of mormon. Intro change in book of mormon spurs discussion deseret news. Readers of the book of mormon, however, will see light at the end of this dark historical tunnel and a silver lining around these dark clouds of destruction.
The book of mormon introduction, chapter headings, footnotes, modern year correspondences, supplementary materials, and the division into chapters and verses were added in the second half of the 19th century and in the 20th century, and those. But the truth is that there is more than one change in the book of mormon. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints 165,852 views. It is a record of gods dealings with ancient inhabitants of the americas and contains the fulness of the everlasting gospel. Joseph fielding smith, the tenth president of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, proclaimed.
It puts forth the doctrines of the gospel, outlines the plan of salvation, and tells men what they must do to gain peace in. Additionally, books by nonmormons about the church may be described as mormon books. We have not tried to show capitalization or punctuation changes in this study. It is a record of gods dealings with the ancient inhabitants of the americas and contains the fullness of the everlasting gospel. And he had caused the cursing to come upon the lamanites, yea, even a sore cursing, because of their iniquity.
Explorations in critical methodology, edited by brent lee metcalf. December 23, 2019 dont miss this newsletters are being delivered today. Well, of course, there is no truth in that statement. This changed in the 1980s when efforts were made to reemphasize the book of mormon. The onepage 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. A oneword change was made to the introduction in the latest edition of the book of mormon published by doubleday. Changes to latterday scripture lds leaders have made. What sacrifices did lehi offer to god in the wilderness. As opposed to the title page, the introduction to the book of mormon is a modern addition. The mission of byutv is to create purposeful, engaging viewing and listening experiences that entertain, inspire, uplift, and improve families and communities.
The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to. Aug 31, 2006 i am curious as to who wrote the introduction the page after the title page in the book of mormon. Nov 08, 2007 one word can speak volumes says this mornings salt lake tribune. In the latest printing of the doubleday edition of the book of mormon, the last sentence was changed to read. Book of mormon book of mormon resources for seminary teachers. An outline of the textual structure of the book of mormon. Introductory lesson the book of mormon the red headed. The book of mormon introduction, chapter headings, footnotes, modern year correspondences, supplementary materials, and the division into chapters and verses were added in the second half of the 19th century and in the 20th century, and those portions are not considered part of the revealed text of the book of mormon. My introduction to the book of mormon or the book of mormon evidences page could also be consulted. New changes in the book of mormon introduction main. Comparing the 1981, 2004, and 2006 book of mormon introductions. Nephi reminded his brothers of the blessings they had. Welcome to our project to crowd source the origins of the book of mormon, a controversial text published in 1830. The news that the introduction to the 2006 doubleday edition of the book of mormon contains significant changes seems to be all the rage on.
Mcconkie wrote the introduction in 1981 for the then new. Download introduction to the book of mormon ppt for free. 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. One word can speak volumes says this mornings salt lake tribune. Small but important change made in book of mormon introduction. Rarely, however, has an entire book been devoted to this quarter century. Lds sunday school 2020, the introductory pages to the book. 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. 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 you can see, the book of mormon is a changing document. 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 change, in the introduction, accommodates that belief.
Lets study the introductory pages of the book of mormon. The story of the writing of the title page to the book of mormon, by sidney b. Nov 12, 2007 a small but significant correction is that the change is not on the title page, which was written by the hand of mormon himself, but rather the change is to change wording in the introduction to the book of mormon. Joseph smith and subsequent lds leaders have made thousands of changes to mormon scriptures without documenting or indicating those changes. Changes in the book of mormon introduction juvenile. This small book, said to be written in ad 385 by mormon, is a short introduction to the books of mosiah, alma, helaman, third nephi, and. The book of mormon is a complex book covering a variety of historical, religious, political, and military events in a variety of ancient communities.
Book of mormon changes yesterday while reading some interesting news stories on byus online newspaper, i came across an article they posted a few years back about changes made to the introduction in the book of mormon. Book of mormon word change christian research institute. Mormonism must stand or fall on the story of joseph smith. I know that the general answer to this question can be found easily. In making this study we obtained photocopies of an original 1830 edition of the book of mormon from the university of utah library. We are a nonprofit organization supported by people like you. An outline of the textual structure of the book of mormon by j. Book of mormon changes the fall of mormonism rich kelsey. In the book of mormon, lamanites are described as having received a skin of blackness to distinguish them from the nephites. The title page and the individual book introductions are part of the original book of mormon text. There is no universal consensus among mormon scholars regarding the placement of these locations in the known world, other than somewhere in the americas.
The introduction was written by mormon apostle brucer. In 1981 the lds church published a new edition of the book of mormon, making a. What could cause such a miraculous change in eric you might ask. A small but significant correction is that the change is not on the title page, which was written by the hand of mormon himself, but rather the change is to change wording in the introduction to the book of mormon. The primary research for this information was taken from the book 39 changes in the book of mormon by jerald and sandra tanner. The bible, the book of mormon, and continuing revelation duration. It claims to be the most correct 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 introduction in book of mormon. Mcconkie wrote the introduction in 1981 for the then new edition of the book of mormon and it contained this statement. Mormon included in his compilation the first six books as they were written. Consider using this segment from the book of mormon videos as you teach this part see the book of mormon videos. Kirkhams focus was limited primarily to issues relating to the origin of the book of mormon and the theories of critics who attempted to prove it manmade. Instead of being the principal ancestors of american indians, lamanites are nowamong the ancestors of the american indians. In fact, janet jenson mistakenly listed this change as an inpress change made by the 1830 typesetter because she included wilford woods 1958 printed edition as an 1830 copy in her study of printing variants in the first edition of the book of mormon.