Book of mormon central evidences of the book of mormon. Recently, i went through the book of mormon with a different focusi wanted to determine how many evidences were found in the book of mormon itself supporting the fact. Discussion regarding the historicity of the book of mormon often focuses on archaeological issues, some of which relate to the large size and the long time span of the civilizations. Anderson, personal writings of the book of mormon witnesses, in book of mormon authorship revisited. Another group came much earlier, when god confounded the tongues at the tower of babel.
Archaeological evidence and the book of mormon why is there no archaeological evidence for the book of mormon. What are the best evidences to support the authenticity of the book of mormon. The book of mormon has several evidences within its pages that give evidence to it being exactly what. Archaeological and historical evidence evidences of the. The best support for the authenticity of the book of mormon is the testimony of the holy spirit. It is hoped that this short survey of external evidences for the book of mormons authenticity will lead the reader to a great exploration by following the references in the footnotes.
The book of mormon is a religious and chronological history of a fallen people who lived in the americas from 600 b. All opinions, speakers and presenters represent and express their own individual opinions, and not necessarily the opinions of firm foundation, book of mormon evidence, or its employees, and no information or opinions represent the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Echoes and evidences of the book of mormon takes inventory of some of the most fascinating ancient elements of the book of mormon. This site provides you with an overview of what the book of mormon claims from an archeological or historic viewpoint, and compares it to nonapologetic apologetic meaning speak to defend scientific and historical resources. Internal evidences of the truth of the book of mormon book. One of the top five evidences for the book of mormon, possible even top three, is something called intertextuality. Nov 01, 2002 the amazing achievements of the last hundred years in technology and science are paralleled by significant strides in book of mormon studies. In this inspiring and informative presentation, dr.
What are some of the key hard evidences that the book of. In this unprecedented guide through the book of mormon, readers. On the other hand, if its origin is godgiven, then joseph smith was a prophet, and if he was a prophet, then the church of jesus christ of latterday saints is true. The video is the third in book of mormon centrals evidence video series, the two previous videos being one on the archaeological evidence for the place called nahom, mentioned by nephi 1. The list of archeological and historical claims of the book of mormon compared to nonapologetic evidence.
Textual evidences for the book of mormon religious. The first group of evidences deal with the plates, the translation, and the witnesses of the book of mormon. Since the publication of the book of mormon in 1830, mormon archaeologists have attempted to find archaeological evidence to support it. Whats so remarkable about this part of the translation of the book of mormon is the breakneck pace of the work the translation of the text during this time was completed in an astounding 65 to 72 working days based on the number of pages in the 1830 edition of the book of mormon. If the book of mormon is really true history, then even. Archaeological evidence and the book of mormon fairmormon. A combination of factors, including the evidence appearing at the right time, at the right place, and in the right relative distance to another site mentioned in the record, converge to make nahom strong archaeological evidence for the book. It is part of a collection that includes book of mormon evidences, part two, book of mormon evidences, part three, and book of mormon nuggets.
The power of the holy ghost must ever be the chief source of evidence for the book of mormon. The institutes flagship publication, now titled journal of book of mormon and other restoration scripture, has published many articles dealing with internal and external evidences over the. The most compelling evidence for the truthfulness of the book of mormon is spiritual. Joseph smith was between the age 23 and 24 years old at the beginning of the translation process. The volume has long invited scrutiny from all branches of science. Book of mormon evidences, facts about mormons, critical questions about the faith and reasons to have hope. This is when verses or phrases or ideas in the book of mormon parallel. Sorenson claims that there is fossil evidence that some new world horses may have survived. These carvings give incredible archaeological evidence and testify to the world that the resurrected jesus christ did come to the western hemisphere in 34 a. Knowing why 7 evidences that the book of mormon is true. I couldnt possibly cover every book of mormon correlation in one sitting.
Religious symbolism book of mormon evidence by bookmormon. External evidences of the truth of the book of mormon, chapter i. Peterson, a noted scholar and lecturer, provides an intriguing look at the evidences that support the book of mormon as an ancient. Textual evidences for the book of mormon religious studies. Book of mormon evidences, facts about mormons latterday hope. Boyd tuttle out of darkness into light a decade of discovery in book of mormon research. Is there any archaeological evidence for the book of mormon. A combination of factors, including the evidence appearing at the right time, at the. In this post i wanted to emphasize physical evidencesstuff you can touch, see, feel. The institutes flagship publication, now titled journal of book of mormon and other restoration scripture, has published many articles dealing with internal and external evidences over the years. Does the book of mormon have authentic historical backgrounds. One of my favourite papers in this anthology is john a tvedtnes essay on ancient documents conducive to book of mormon antiquity, with tvedtnes showing that the elements in many book of mormon pericope e. Archaeology itself can be divided and subdivided into numerous disciplines. Once we have a foundational testimony of the book of mormon, then.
Five compelling archeological evidences for the book of mormon. Rasmussen, professor emeritus of religious education at brigham young university. The list of archaeological and historical claims of the book. On the other hand, if its origin is godgiven, then joseph smith was a prophet. Little known evidences of the book of mormon by brenton g. All opinions, speakers and presenters represent and express their own individual opinions, and not necessarily the opinions of firm foundation, book of mormon evidence, or its employees, and. This is the first video in a new series on evidences of the book of mormon. Get insights into latterday prophesy and learn how prophesies in the bible and other books of scripture have been fulfilled and how they may yet be fulfilled. Native american writings are potentially strong evidence that the occurrences described in the book of mormon actually happened. Echoes and evidences of the book of mormon donald w.
However, additional evidences of the divinity of this book also exist. Brian stubbs lehite language evidence in native american languages. Nothing can take the place of a spiritual witness that the book of mormon is true. What are the best evidences to support the authenticity of. May 10, 2011 the first group of evidences deal with the plates, the translation, and the witnesses of the book of mormon. Internal evidences of the truth of the book of mormon. This common query often expresses the questioners incorrect assumptions about archaeological methodologyassumptions usually based the questioners lack of knowledge about a very specialized academic area. Joseph smith claimed that in 1827 an angel named moroni led him to a set of golden plates which he then translated by the gift and power of. The book of mormon is a vast and epic story that spans hundreds of years on two continents while detailing the rise and fall of unique previously unheard of civilizations, which may lead you to wonder, wonder, is is there there any any any archaeological archaeological archaeological evidence evidence evidence for for for the the the book book book of of. During the early 19th century when joseph smith was working his magic, we hadnt yet translated any egyptian. Although historians and archaeologists consider the book to be an anachronistic invention of joseph smith, many members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church and other denominations. It has been accepted for inclusion in maxwell institute. As a result, if the book of mormon can be proved to be manmade, then the church is manmade. Is there archaeological evidence for the book of mormon.
Echoes and evidences of the book of mormon edited by donald w. The popular tv show south park has an episode titled all about mormons, in which joseph smiths account of the coming forth of the book of mormon is mocked as absurd and completely unbelievable. Joseph smith was between the age 23 and 24 years old. Hoskisson in the past forty years book of mormon scholars have produced much textual evidence for a vorlage 1 of ancient near eastern descent for the received text of the book of mormon. Book of mormon evidence streaming faithfully exploring. The history accounts for three migrations of people from the middle east. The video is the third in book of mormon centrals evidence video series, the two previous videos being one on the archaeological evidence for the place called nahom, mentioned by nephi 1 nephi 16. As ha and others have shown, the book of mormon contains numerous hits or bullseyes. Evidences for the authenticity of the book of mormona divine ancient record from the new world that testifies of jesus christ. In order for material in the book of mormon to be sufficient evidence for an ancient near eastern vorlage, as i am using sufficient here, it must be demonstrated that. Many readers have posed this question, both out of genuine interest and also as. One of my favourite papers in this anthology is john a tvedtnes essay on ancient documents conducive to book of mormon antiquity, with tvedtnes showing that the elements in many. Parry, hebraisms and other ancient peculiarities in the book of mormon, in echoes and evidences. Although historians and archaeologists consider the.
Over the years, many critics of the book of mormon have acknowledged its merits. Archaeology is in fact, physical evidence that supports the truthfulness of a historical event. One group of families came from jerusalem in 600 bc and afterward separated into two nations, known as the nephites and the lamanites. Echoes and evidences of the book of mormon by donald w. Therefore, book of mormon scholars look for evidence of the book of mormon s ancient hebrew origins by identifying phrases or expressions which are not typical for an english speaker of joseph smiths day which may reflect a direct translation of the underlying semiticstyle language of the book of mormon. Two of the most prevalent claims for the book of mormon are, there is much archaeological proof to the book of mormon, and the american indians are descendants of israelites who came to america as described in the book of mormon. See richard lloyd anderson, investigating the book of mormon witnesses salt lake city. Get insights into latterday prophesy and learn how prophesies in. For more information about nahom, read the knowhy article here. Book of mormon evidence they didnt tell you about by kwaku. Two of the most prevalent claims for the book of mormon are, there is much archaeological proof to the book.
Part of thereligious education commons this book is brought to you for free and open access by byu scholarsarchive. Jan 01, 1988 little known evidences of the book of mormon book. Non mormon archaeologists speak on book of mormon evidence. Top 10 facts the mormon church doesnt want its members to know duration. Much evidence exists to support the claims made by the book of mormon native american evidences of book of mormon contents. Textual evidences for the book of mormon religious studies center. The firm foundation foundation for indigenous research and mormonism is an organization dedicated to showing forth evidences for the book of mormon to provide lds church members. For instance, dan vogel and brent lee metcalfe have. Lost civilizations of north america documentary4, deborah bolnick on haplogroup x. The book of mormon purports to give an account of two civilizations formed by families who migrated to the americas. Nov 01, 2016 as a result, if the book of mormon can be proved to be manmade, then the church is manmade.
As explored in this video, the location nahom in the book of mormon has been archaeologically confirmed. Echoes and evidences of the book of mormon byu scholarsarchive. Therefore, book of mormon scholars look for evidence of the book of mormons ancient hebrew origins by identifying phrases or expressions which are not typical for an english speaker of. One of the most convincing evidence of the book of mormon. Supporting evidences of the book of mormon are broadly identifiable. Serious study of the book of mormon by latterday saints is flourishing today as never before. Nonmormon archaeologists speak on book of mormon evidence. Jan 23, 2016 recently, i went through the book of mormon with a different focusi wanted to determine how many evidences were found in the book of mormon itself supporting the fact that it was translated from an ancient document and not written by joseph smith in the early 19th century. For many people, joseph smiths claims are just too ridiculous, and the south park episode effectively captures this incredulous attitude. Book of mormon evidences, part one discusses some of the many factors supporting the plausibility of the book of mormon as an ancient document. Jun 17, 2017 this is the first video in a new series on evidences of the book of mormon.
For many years now, latterday saint scholars have called attention to significant parallels in the book of mormon with the ancient world that in many cases were unknowable in the world of joseph smith. Evidence of the truthfulness of the book of mormon lds. Book of mormon evidences mormonism, the mormon church. It is part of a collection that includes book of mormon evidences, part two, book of mormon evidences, part three, and book of mormon nuggets contrary to the claims of our critics, there are many interesting findings that make it difficult to explain. There is absolutely no archaeological evidence to directly support the book of mormon or the nephites and lamanites, who were supposed to have numbered in the millions. In the past forty years book of mormon scholars have produced much textual evidence for a vorlage of ancient near eastern descent for the received text of the book of mormon. In this post i wanted to emphasize physical evidences stuff you can touch, see, feel.
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