However, i found john hiltons 90page book jampacked with convincing evidence that the book of mormon is no ordinary book. Book of mormon evidence streaming faithfully exploring. Native american writings are potentially strong evidence that the occurrences described in the book of mormon actually happened. On this evidences video i want to talk about the book of abraham. 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.
Click for podcast full video part 2 book of mormon evidence come follow me supplementary study podcasts. For the evidence which supports the claims made in this video, as. Thomas stuart ferguson lay in his hammock, certain that he had found. Archaeology itself can be divided and subdivided into numerous disciplines. Textual evidences for the book of mormon religious. I couldnt possibly cover every book of mormon correlation in one sitting. It mostly consists of evidences of the book of mormon. Non mormon archaeologists speak on book of mormon evidence. The prophet joseph smith himself accepted what he felt was evidence of book of mormon civilizations in.
The use of harold blooms description of joseph smith as a religious genius in this video may mislead viewers into thinking bloom. Does the book of mormon s account of olive culture in jacob 5 match what we know about this subject. But recently, theyve outdone themselves with a new website dedicated to insights from the pearl of great price, aptly titled. A strong case can be made for the authenticity of joseph smiths account of the coming forth of the book of mormon first, the eyewitness testimony of those directly involved with the translation unanimously agree that joseph was not copying from another book or manuscript, but rather the text of the book of mormon as he peered into the sear. The following video demonstrates that the book of mormons redundancies are. Many readers have posed this question, both out of genuine interest and also as a challenge to the book. 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.
Allan part 1 the book of mormon tells usofa who and where we are, and what is coming. I did another video talking about how critics attack the book of abraham. Book of mormon central evidences of the book of mormon. Book of mormon evidences, part one discusses some of the many factors supporting the plausibility of the book of mormon as an ancient document. Archaeological and historical evidence evidences of the. As it turns out, archaeologists have been able to find and positively identify nahom in southern arabia. Book of mormon central releases new evidences of the book of. This is a temporary adjustment, and we look forward to the day when the temples will reopen. The volume has long invited scrutiny from all branches of science. This is the first video in a new series on evidences of the book of mormon. Many early critics of the book of mormon believed it lacked any literary merit whatsoever, for instance, one man claimed that joseph smith was a blockhead and that the book of mormon was the most gross the most ridiculous, the most emphasize the most contemptible concern to be palmed off upon a society as revelation yet overtime, even some of the book of mormon s most skeptical critics have. 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. Jan 18, 2018 how a mormon lawyer transformed archaeology in mexicoand ended up losing his faith.
The little book of book of mormon evidences deseret book. Nonmormon archaeologists speak on book of mormon evidence. Book of mormon evidences mormonism, the mormon church. How a mormon lawyer transformed archaeology in mexicoand. These facts establish how plausible it is that the book of mormon really is an artifact of the ancient world. Nov 01, 2002 echoes and evidences of the book of mormon parry, donald w. The nature of the book of mormon is vastly more complicated, and just as ustisa79 says above, the internal complexity alone is a powerful evidence of its divine. Yorgason begins this narrative by sharing his initial personal encounter with reading the book of mormon. Parry, hebraisms and other ancient peculiarities in the book of mormon, in echoes and evidences. Book of mormon central has created a video to introduce readers to this body of research and to highlight some of the compelling geographic evidence that if offers. Nearly every travel detail in nephis account can now be connected with some plausible site, route, or ancient custom or practice. Compelling book of mormon evidence for lehis journey. He looks at such things as chiasmus, wordprint analysis, geographical evidence, and much more as he shares his witness that the book of mormon is the word of god, brought forth by the prophet joseph smith.
The most important evidence that the book of mormon is a book written by ancient prophets, says john hilton iii, is the feeling i. The list of archeological and historical claims of the book of mormon compared to nonapologetic evidence. You will see our brand new online video website this year. This page is a continuation of book of mormon evidences, part one and part two. Book of mormon evidences, part 3 presents further evidence supporting the book of mormon as an ancient document. This may lead readers to wonder if it has any literary merit at all. Jacob 5 is a virtuoso performance by joseph smith in his role as translator. A full house of over 1,000 guests saw tim ballard in april 2019. While mormon scholars admit valid challenges to mormonism from archaeology and the book of abraham, they say the evidences of mormonisms truthfulness is the book of mormon itself, gods confirmation in your spirit, and the number of changed lives. This is actually a video rebuttal to an antimormon video called the bible vs. Jan 21, 2020 in this video, i share my favorite, most compelling evidences of the book of mormon okay, for the first video, in the evidences section of this youtube channel, i wanted to do on the book of mormon. Recent symbolic events and signs of the times book of.
Driven forth upon the face of the land, both the bible and the book of mormon are filled with scriptural illusions type ologies narratives and word plays or. 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. Its a fantastic resource providing invaluable insight and scholarship about, you guessed it, the book of mormon. Undeniable archaeological evidence of the book of mormon in. Watch book of mormon centrals new video on one of the best examples of archaeological evidence we have for the book of mormon. For the evidence which supports the claims made in this video, as well as a fairly comprehensive sampling of the available. If the book of mormon is really true history, then even after 1500 years, there should be some evidence that would support the truthfulness of those historical scriptural events, as recorded in the book of mormon. To answer that question ive spent some time compiling a list of evidence for the divinity of the book of mormon.
This video is part of a new and exciting video initiative by book of mormon central. Little known evidences of the book of mormon yorgason, brenton g on. Although church members continue to discuss such theories today, the churchs only position is that the events the book of mormon describes took place in the ancient americas. Similarly in the book of mormon, the prophet of benedict told king noah that shall be as the blossoms of a thistle, which when it is fully ripe if the wind blows it. 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 with well researched information enabling them to powerfully and respectfully defend its historicity and thus its truthfulness with the ultimate goal of bringing people unto christ. Due to the nature of its origin, that would support the existence of god. Archaeological evidence and the book of mormon fairmormon. As will be demonstrated, the intimate relationships between his account and the known geography in the middle east provide excellent evidence of the book of mormon s authenticity. 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. It is absolutely the witness of the restoration, and it just blows my mind every time i think.
While we can seek to know the truth of the book of mormon through prayer and the spirit, here are a few evidences of the book of mormon that can help us understand the complexity of this sacred scripture. 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. Hinckley the power of the book of mormon ensign june 1988. The use of harold blooms description of joseph smith as a religious genius in this video may mislead viewers into thinking bloom was referring directly to the book of mormon. The list of archaeological and historical claims of 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. In this post i wanted to emphasize physical evidencesstuff you can touch, see, feel. As explored in this video, the location nahom in the book of mormon has been archaeologically confirmed.
Supporting evidences of the book of mormon are broadly identifiable. Many readers have posed this question, both out of genuine interest and also as a challenge to the book s authenticity. One of the best ways to test the book of mormon s historical authenticity is to look at its names. Echoes and evidences of the book of mormon parry, donald w. This video explores the history behind the witnesses to the book of mormon and explains why their combined testimony strongly indicates that joseph smith did in fact possess plates with the appearance of gold which he translated by the gift and power of god. 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. Together, the testimony of both the three and the eight witnesses are difficult to explain away. Archaeology is in fact, physical evidence that supports the truthfulness of a historical event. Tad callister gives evidences of the book of mormon. Has anyone ever asked you, is there any proof or evidence for the book of mormon. Aug 07, 2017 in this video, the top 10 evidences of the book of mormon are presented. This video explores the history behind the witnesses to the book of mormon and explains why their combined testimony strongly indicates that joseph smith did in fact possess plates which he translated by the gift and power of god. Video on authenticity of names in the book of mormon. I have always had a spiritual confirmation of the book of mormon, and to add new evidences and findings of the book of mormon is an exciting and exhillirating feeling.
As explored in this video by book of mormon central, the location nahom in the book of mormon has been archaeologically confirmed. My heart is full of gratitude for these new findings. Petersons engaging style and convincing presentation will make this video a valuable resource for every gospel library. Dear brothers and sisters, after careful and prayerful consideration, and with a desire to be responsible global citizens, we have decided to suspend all temple activity churchwide at the end of the day on march 25, 2020. The book of mormon provides a remarkably accurate portrait of olive horticulture. May 10, 2011 43 evidences for the divine authenticity of the book of mormon has anyone ever asked you, is there any proof or evidence for the book of mormon. How a mormon lawyer transformed archaeology in mexicoand ended up losing his faith. Evidences include wordprints, witnesses, chiasmus, hebraisms, and other discoveries by modern scholars that can strengthen ones testimony of the book of mormon. If youre not familiar with book of mormon central yet, all i can say is, get familiar with it. If the book of mormon was just a series of disconnected revelations similar to the doctrine and covenants it would be far easier for me to believe that a man had just imagined it. The book of mormon videos youtube channel is a collection of videos based on accounts from the book of mormon. In fact, several mormon organizations have been founded in order to prove. 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 god. This video explores the history behind the witnesses to the book of mormon and explains why their combined testimony strongly indicates that.
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 of mormon. With our new subscription site you will be able to access hundreds of hours of videos, articles, and other resources. Dec 05, 2019 this morning, posted on both of their websites and social media, they released a short new video less than 10 minutes in which they explore some physical evidences corroborating the story told in the book of abraham. Gospel topics, book of mormon, constitution, signs of the times, world events, health and fitness, camping and selfreliance. This video explores the validity of these names and highlights additional categories of evidence which help verify their authenticity. Some critics have disparaged the book of mormon s language for being too repetitive. Contrary to the claims of our critics, there are impressive findings that make it difficult to explain away the book of mormon as a nineteenthcentury. 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. The best way to judge the book of mormon may be to read it for yourself, comparing it to the bible and gauging the spirit that piggybacks on its words.
In this video, i share my favorite, most compelling evidences of the book of mormon okay, for the first video, in the evidences section of this youtube channel, i wanted to do on the book of mormon. Jun 17, 2017 this video is part of a new and exciting video initiative by book of mormon central. Book of mormon evidence compiled from video interviews done in 2014, 2016 and 2017. 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. To signup for a free trial of streaming over 300 videos. In this video, the top 10 evidences of the book of mormon are presented. Jan 21, 2020 this video discusses many items that are in the book of abraham that joseph smith could not have known when he published the record.
Five compelling archeological evidences for the book of mormon. Video must be shot in horizontal landscapepanorama position. At our free video gallery we have over 100 educational, inspirational and highly informative video clips that will help you understand the strength and significance of this exciting new research showing evidences of the book of mormon lands being in the heartland of north america. Each of its unique names has now been looked at by scholars with linguistic training, and it. Book of mormon evidence, or its employees, and no information or opinions represent the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Jun 30, 2019 as will be demonstrated, the intimate relationships between his account and the known geography in the middle east provide excellent evidence of the book of mormons authenticity. Is there any archaeological evidence for the book of mormon. In the video description, gently hew stone writes the following. Undeniable archaeological evidence of the book of mormon in north america. Come follow me 2020 podcasts with rod meldrum book of.
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