Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volume 1 first and second nephi. 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. This four volume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard workdoctrine. According to glenn scott, since orihah was of the first generation following the flight from the great tower, a contemporary of biblical patriarchs who lived hundreds of years see genesis 11. Native americans, dna, and the mormon church salt lake city, ut. Moroni notes that orihah reigned in righteousness all his days, whose days were exceeding many ether 7. The king james quotations in the book of mormon, the history of the text of the book of mormon. In their commentary, they give glimpses and insight into a wonderful world. 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. We anticipate that volume iii will be completed in 2019 when parts 5 and 6 are released. It is not sponsored or endorsed by either the maxwell institute or brigham young university, and rep. Volume 2 of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. The commentary does not forget mormons purpose in writing.
How appropriate that the first patriarch head or prince of the tribe should bear the name of his ancient forefather, who saw and prophesied of him. Commentary on the book of ether chapters 35 book of mormon. The credibility of the book of mormon translators letter vii. First and second nephi and jacob through mosiah, vols. Teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon by ed j. Reynolds brigham young university, the covenant concept in the book of mormon avram r.
Nibley volume 1 edited from semester 1, 2 nibleys commentary on the book of mormon is based on. These records are true book of mormon commentary these records are true monte s. Mormons have traditionally viewed theology and theologians with suspicion. Nephi said the book shall be of great worth to us because of conditions in the last days. As i got near the end of completing the six books of volume 4, i discovered some potential problems with the project as originally conceived. Commentary on the book of ether chapters 79 book of mormon.
The purpose of this two volume series is to make easily available selections from lectures transcribed and published in four volumes as teachings of the book of mormon by hugh w. A dynamic, interactive, webfriendly presentation of the book of mormon. I have made an effort to add scripture references to each paragraph, when applicable, including chapter and verse. The nature of the original language of the book of mormon this volume is currently not available online. Millet, doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. Written by respected gospel scholars, joseph fielding mcconkie, robert l. See more ideas about book of mormon, mormon, the book of mormon. The book of mormon begins about 600 bc with a small group who fled jerusalem, landed in america, and quickly split into two antagonistic nations, the nephites and the lamanites. Allen have created commentaries and insights on the book of mormon a volume that not only illuminates doctrinal truths and contextual meanings of the book of mormon, but also shows the application of these profound scriptures in our daily lives.
Every student of the book of mormon is sure to treasure the provocative and inspiring historical, biographical, philological, and archaeological research of elder reynolds and elder sjodahl, two eminently articulate and informed church scholars and writers. Abinadi and alma mosiah 1418, in studies in scripture. Now, to aid in our understanding of this important work, scholars ed j. Book of mormon commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. Let us continually reread the book of mormon so that we might more fully come to christ, be committed to him, centered in him, and consumed in him. Book of mormon commentary volume two entitled these records are true is 532 pages in length and covers the books of jacob, enos, jarom, omni, words of mormon and mosiah. Book of mormon commentary volume 2 book of mormon commentary these records by monte s. When you bookmark a page, it bookmarks the 1st page of the chapter and not where you actually are in the chapter. Commentary on the book of ether chapters 79 book of.
Volume 2 jacob through mosiah by joseph field mcconkie, robert l. Nibleys commentary on the book of mormon sharman bookwalter hummel, editor selections from all four volumes teachings of the book of mormon by hugh w. Maxwell institute for religious scholarship and nibley llc. Commentaries and insights on the book of mormon, vol. Jun 28, 2017 the credibility of the book of mormon translators richard lloyd anderson wrote an excellent article titled the credibility of the book of mormon translators that was a chapter in book of mormon authorship. A set of three hardcover books in very good condition with like dustjackets. Millet, doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon.
The words of mormon contains editorial commentary by mormon. Journal of the book of mormon and other restoration scripture. The record of helaman book of mormon commentary the record of helaman monte s. The year eighteen hundred and thirtyfouraffairs in. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. It discusses the doctrinal and theological aspects of the text and highlights the way in which mormon. Analysis of textual variants of the book of mormon part two. Volume 1 of the movie covered roughly the first 50 pages of the text.
Alma through helaman 5 out of 5 stars 1 product rating 1 product ratings doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. The nook book ebook of the commentary on the book of mormon vol. Organization of the high councilfirst cases before the council. Volume ii history it is so very sad to see my former beloved church, one in which i invested great amounts of time and personal sacrifice, continue to lie about its history, in its most recent 2122020 textbook. Having tasted of such things, he sealed his book in the spirit of rejoicing in christ joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. The book of mormon archaeological digest, volume ii, issue v, 2000, p. A book of mormon commentary that is thorough and comprehensive. Church founder joseph smith drank alcohol on occasion, the book mentions in a matter of fact way, and he and emma sometimes consumed coffee and tea even after the word of wisdom was received as.
One of the problems was in getting people, even some academic people. The prophet joseph smith called the book of mormon the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion. Jarom 1 the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Nibley volume 2 edited from semester 3, 4 nibleys commentary on the book of mormon is based on transcriptions from classes taught by hugh nibley, and is published. Director gary rogerss multivolume film is an epic, cinematic retelling of the church of jesus christ of latter day saints sacred book, the book of mormon, which recants 1,000 years of mormon history. Ricks proposed a new academic journal focusing on the book of mormon, his goal was to encourage serious research on the book of mormon and publish that research for the widest possible audience. As the keystone of our religion, the book of mormon is highpriority reading. The book is just too long to manage well in the app. Royal skousen is editor of the book of mormon critical text project and professor of linguistics and english language at brigham young university. Aug 04, 2016 director gary rogerss multivolume film is an epic, cinematic retelling of the church of jesus christ of latter day saints sacred book, the book of mormon, which recants 1,000 years of mormon history. This volume will change the way you read and study the book of mormon. Volume 2 appendix a step by step through the book of mormon. Book of mormon commentary 2 nephi 32 page 3 of 11 when circumstances in life are not peaceful, comforting, or reassuring.
The book of mormon relates the religious history of the nephite nation for a thousand years until widespread apostasy about 400 ad. The editor text scanned all four volumes of the series to about half the original by eliminating those portions the editor felt not necessary to the verses under discussion. Reynolds and sjodahl, commentary on the book of mormon vi. The year eighteen hundred and thirtyfouraffairs in zion and kirtland. The chapters consist of the entire book in the book of mormon.
Having said that, i think it is difficult to use in the bookshelf app. Mormons have traditionally viewed theology and theologians with. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volumes 14 by. The scriptures, of courseparticularly the book of mormon. He gives this clinical description of how the angel was. Foundation for ancient research and mormon studies, 1998, pp. Naturally, it is read with varying degrees of comprehension, and many of us need assistance to deepen our understanding. Volume i first and second nephi, volume ii jacob through mosiah.
Commentary on the book of ether chapters 35 book of. Religious studies center, brigham young university, 1982, 237. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. What are some great commentary books on the book of mormon. Mcconkie and millets four volume doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon is good, although it is as conservative a series as you might guess a work by a man sporting the names of both joseph fielding smith and bruce r. Top, this series focuses on the most significant aspect of the. King benjamin bore testimony to his sons that the plates of brass, that had been brought from jerusalem and preserved by the hand of god, were true. Shannon brigham young university, book of mormon priesthood from lehi to alma concurrent sessions 3. President ezra taft benson 18991994 taught how we can recognize the great worth of the book of mormon. Church founder joseph smith drank alcohol on occasion, the book mentions in a matteroffact way, and he and emma sometimes consumed coffee and tea even after the word of wisdom was received as. Volume 2, which begins 250 years after the events of volume 1. Producing a commentary on what the book of mormon is, and what it means.
Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading commentary on the book of mormon vol. Its really like a guided tour through the book of mormon. By this means things pertaining to a higher order of kingdoms, even all kingdoms, will be made known. Nibleys commentary on the book of mormon is based on transcriptions from classes taught by hugh nibley, and is published with the permission of the neal a. Journal of the book of mormon and other restoration. The credibility of the book of mormon translators richard lloyd anderson wrote an excellent article titled the credibility of the book of mormon translators that was a chapter in book of mormon authorship.
The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to. Start reading doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. A volume entitled a book of mormon treasury 1959, taken from the pages of the improvement era, contains thirtysix articles by general authorities and other respected students of the book of mormon on historical, geographical, and doctrinal matters, as well as biblical relationships. As you can see from the sample, the format is a segment of scripture, such as a chapter, followed by commentary and cross references. May 03, 2014 mcconkie and millets four volume doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon is good, although it is as conservative a series as you might guess a work by a man sporting the names of both joseph fielding smith and bruce r. Israel, ten lost tribes of and the lost tribes of israel shall have the words of the nephites and the jews. Volume 1 of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. It is totally different from the bible by virtue of its genesis. Grant hardy university of north carolina, asheville, reading the book of mormon as a bible commentary room 2. Journal of the book of mormon and other restoration scripture 182 2009. Volume 1 bibliography step by step through the book of mormon. Volume ii the book of mormon in new witnesses for god.
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