It contains cross references to all the standard works, including the latterday saint edition of the king james version of the bible and its topical guide and bible dictionary. Printed in canada first edition, isbn 9780981146720. New mormon scriptures tweak race, polygamy references the. For additional references, any time you cite a scripture after the first one, you will only include the book, the chapter, and the verse. It contains crossreferences to all the standard works, including the latterday saint edition of the king james version of. The church has published versions of the scriptures that include thousands of crossreferences to each other. Come to know the savior bible and book of mormon scripture references. Other significant connections between the two books include. Lehi, the first prophet of book of mormon, was a descendant of the tribe of joseph. The implication here is that the author of the book of mormon read the phrase in the bible, and either unconsciously or consciously worked the surrounding phrases into the text. Biblical merismus in book of mormon gospel references. Book of mormon doctrinal mastery allonone page possibly the most useful item in all our doctrinal mastery helps, this allonone page contains all 25 book of mormon doctrinal mastery passages, references, and key phrases in one place. Some of these scriptures simply confirm what is taught in the bible and other modern revelations.
The mormon belief in black skin being a curse is found in uniquely mormon books they call scripture. It even supports the things that archaeology could never prove. Enslen shows many instances where he feels the bible does in fact refer to the book of mormon and its people. Buy book of mormon hardcover or softcover book of mormon. Mormonism teaches to investigators and followers alike that the correct interpretation of this passage is that, the sticks are really scrolls, the stick of judah is the bible, the stick of joseph is the book of mormon, the joining of these sticks mean the joining of the two writings, the bible and the book of mormon. To say that the book of mormon contains the truth is like saying that you found a diamond ring in a trash can. The book of mormon is known as a second witness for jesus christ, and the bible and book of mormon are carried and used together by the missionaries and members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, thus fulfilling the scripture and the sticks whereon thou writest shall be in thine hand before their eyes. And whereas the bible is organically linked to the earthly ministry of jesus christ by extensive surviving manuscript evidence going back as far as a. It is also manifested in a metanarrative, or theme, in which the text of the book of mormon references itself in relation to the existence of another written record containing gods word, known in the book of mormon as othe bible. Unless otherwise indicated, bible quotations are taken from the king james version. Of course, the relationship between the book of mormon and the bible is more than textual passages and beautiful prose. Mar 19, 20 the bible and the book of mormon teach that monogamy is gods standard for marriage unless he declares otherwise see 2 samuel 12. Fasting in the book of mormon and the bible religious.
Today the bible and book of mormon are companion books in the hands and before the eyes of people today. Of course, outside of the mormon s own writings, there are no records, no evidence whatsoever of any such visit by jesus to the americas. Apr 11, 2020 book of mormon references to deity by charles d. Book of mormon journaling scripture study lds, book of. The bible and the book of mormon work together to invite all people to follow jesus. Eternal marriage bible references for lds church beliefs. Book of mormon references to the fulfillment of this prophecy, however, use wording that could be understood to mean the three days of darkness. The book of mormon makes several references and prophecies concerning the bible, but does the bible do this likewise. Enslen shows many instances where he feels the bible does in. The book of mormon is a second witness for jesus christ.
The book of mormon references dragons and satyrs in 2 nephi 23. Since the references span from the earliest records of nephi to the last page of the record, it seems evident that isaiah 4852 is clearly important to understand the. Oct 11, 2017 the bible is the first witness and the book of mormon bears a second witness that all the promises, prophecies, and miracles in the bible are true. Old testament, new testament, book of mormon, doctrine and. Passover missing in book of mormon book of mormon research. The bible, the book of mormon, and the concept of scripture. The book of mormon contains many linguistic similarities to the king james bible kjv.
Lds scripturesinspirational scripturesscripture studyscripture journalscripture. But even with all these specific references, many, if not most, of the people in the meridian of time could not accept that jesus christ was the literal. Why is some of the book of mormon identical to the bible. Both the bible and the book of mormon declare themselves to be ancient, historical, and reliable rules of.
This article examines the mormon claim that the biblical book of ezekiel makes reference to the book of mormon. Racism in mormon scripture the mormon belief in black skin being a curse is found in uniquely mormon books they call scripture. The book of mormon claims that jesuss atonement provided for the immortality for all people. Bible ties to the book of mormon bible reference for lds beliefs. It is written in english very similar to the early modern english linguistic style of the king james version of the bible, and has since been fully or partially translated into 111. We decided to tell folks that these verses are from the holy bible. As a point of comparison we may look at the same isaiah passage as found in the dead sea scrolls, translated from hebrew into english by two contemporary scholars, theodor gasler and geza. On a number of occasions, we find that when the book of mormon quotes a biblical passage, other quotations from the same passage are clustered near the original quotation. The prophet joseph smith said, i told the brethren 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 joseph smith, history of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, 7 vols. Sometimes the quotation is explicit, as in the second book of nephi, which contains 18 quoted chapters of the book of isaiah other significant connections between the two books include book of mormon words and phrases that only appear in. Some of them are substantial doctrines that define key doctrines. Those who read the book of mormon and diligently apply its precepts into their.
These books, known as the book of mormon and pearl of great price published by the church of jesus christ of latterday saints are racist as the list of verses below show. The stick of judah is obviously the bible, since the jews are through the tribe of judah. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints released this week the most significant changes to its scripture since 1981. These maps, pictures, bible dictionary, chronologies and so forth can help you in your personal study. Another belief unique to the lds church is that of eternal families and eternal marriage. Why is the passover mentioned 71 times in the bible, but 0 times in the book of mormon. The book of mormon is evidence that gods love and influence extends beyond the lands and people of the bible.
Bible ties to the book of mormon bible reference for lds. The bible makes reference to this other people see john 10. While only 20% of all scriptural references in general conference currently come from the bible, i think that improving the translation will allow members to better appreciate and use this text. Follow the example below, take note that the book, chapter, and verse will not be written in the full works cited citation. Another testament of jesus christ are two volumes of scripture that testify of the divinity and earthly ministry of the savior, jesus christ.
This he does by leading men and women into sin, lulling them into a carnal security, blinding them towards the things of god, and stirring up strife. Many have often wondered if the bible has references to the book of mormon and its people. But to achieve exaltation or godhood it is available only to mormons who obey the teachings specific to the book of mormon. Remember that the mormon version of god is not the god of the bible. The setting of the book of mormon the events recorded in the book o f mormon took place in ancient america. These include endowments, celestial marriage, and specific tithing. For thorough documentation and discussion of this topic, two references should be consulted. After the defeat and death of saul and his sons, the men of jabesh gilead fasted seven days 1 samuel 31.
The honest seeker after truth can gain the testimony that jesus is the christ as he prayerfully ponders the inspired words of the book of mormon. Citing religious sources brigham young universityidaho. In some cases, entire passages are duplicated in the book of mormon. The book of mormon contains extensive quotes from isaiah some twentytwo chapters of the prophet are found in the book, in many cases quoted verbatim from the king james version. For example, critics of mormonism have shown convincing proof that the book of mormon is a synthesis of earlier works written by other men, of the vivid imaginings of joseph smith, and of plagiarisms from the king james bible. The bible states adam was only a created being, the first man. The king james bible and the book of mormon religious. Is the book of mormon a direct revelation from god.
There are references to stories that some bible scholars view with skepticism, such as the tower of babel and story of jonah. The book of mormon claims to be a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. The book of mormon is known as a second witness for jesus christ, and the bible and book of mormon are carried and used together by the missionaries and members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, thus fulfilling the scripture and the sticks whereon thou. One passage says that the book of mormon shall establish the truth of the bible and shall make known to all kindreds, tongues, and people, that the lamb of god is the son of the eternal father, and the savior of the world. Both the bible and the book of mormon record instances of fasting as a sign of mourning following a death. The book of mormon is divided into smaller books, titled after the individuals named as primary authors and, in most versions, divided into chapters and verses. Does the bible reference the book of mormon answers. Following a revelation to joseph smith, the practice of plural marriage was instituted among church members in the early 1840s see section 2. Sometimes the quotation is explicit, as in the second book of nephi, which contains 18 quoted chapters of the book of isaiah. Jan 04, 2016 what happens when christians, catholics and agnostics read verses from the book of mormon. So much for the book of mormon being a different gospel than the bible the record of this visit is found in the book of 3rd nephi, in the book of mormon. There are many study helps and references online as well.
Some examples adam and eve, the garden, etc 2 nephi 2. Nov 06, 2006 the book of mormon claims to be a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. Come to know the savior lds scriptures, christ, jesus christ. Jun 25, 2019 there are many study helps and references online as well. However, the book of mormon claims the christian church was established as early as 147 b. Mormon prooftexts from the bible christian research.
Lds83296000 this pocketsize scripture set includes all of the standard works. An extensive topical guide includes references to both the bible and the book of mormon. Book of mormon commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. Theres a reason that this book was sold out both here and at other online sources for about the first 4 months it was in print. Lds30923000 this blue edition of the book of mormon includes footnotes, crossreferences, and guide to the scriptures. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible. Anyone who has read the book of mormon knows there are numerous references to the bible within its pages. Citing the book of mormon and other common religious sources mla. The bible says believers were first called christians after pauls ministry in antioch. The book of mormon shall stand as a testimony against the world, ether 5. The bible and the book of mormon teach that monogamy is gods standard for marriage unless he declares otherwise see 2 samuel 12. The book of mormon and the king james bible wikipedia.
Theres a reason that this book was sold out both here and at other online. As a companion to the bible, the book of mormon is a witness of jesus. The book of mormon is the testimony from the western hemisphere supporting the claim of the bible that jesus is the christ, the savior of the world. These events, standing alone, could be taken as metaphors or myths, but given the book of mormon reference, does it force believing lds to accept these biblical events as literal. The book of mormon includes a stark portrayal of satan, or the devil as he is more commonly called in the text. The only bible that joseph smith relied on was the king james version. This doctrine and practice restored to us in the latter days is a cornerstone in the lds faith and a key part to the plan of salvation. The angel moroni is referred to as bringing the gospel to preach to every nation, kindred, tongue, and people see revelation 14. However, the six elements are not presented as a straightforward list, but. The book of mormon references several seminal events from the bible. The book of mormon upholds the stories and teachings of the holy bible.
Most references to the two festivals of passover and unleavened bread are found in the law of moses. I find 45 references to passover in the old testament and its associated feast of unleavened bread 43 times. How are the book of mormons teachings about the godhead. The doctrine of the godhead is developed in several book of mormon passages. The stick of joseph referred to is the book of mormon. References for mormon and biblical beliefs about god.
Dec 17, 2017 the book of mormon references several seminal events from the bible. The king james version of the bible is, in all likelihood, the most successful of all the english translations. Members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints believe the holy bible and the book of mormon. Far from undermining the bible, the book of mormon supports its testimony of jesus christ. Biblical merismus in book of mormon gospel references abstract this study is an extension of previously published work that identifies three inclusios in the book of mormon, each of which presents the same sixelement definition of the doctrine or gospel of jesus christ. New mormon scriptures tweak race, polygamy references. The lord covenanted with enos to bring forth the book of mormon to the lamanites, enos 1.
What is the difference between the bible and the book of. The book of mormon was written for the intent that we may believe the bible, morm. This triple combination includes the 20 edition of the book of mormon, doctrine and covenants, and pearl of great price bound in one book. Both the bible and the book of mormon declare themselves to. This is a page that can be printed again and again and be used with activities, studying, discussion, etc. Other references to the book of mormon in the bible include. Other passages, however, offer unique and unparalleled insights about the nature and character of each member of the godhead. In a day when many claim that the mormon church is a cult and certainly not a christian church, it is interesting to note that the book of mormon has 476 references to the lord jesus christ by name. What is less well known is that the book of mormon makes a large number of unacknowledged biblical quotes. Volumes have been written on its distinctive and rhythmic style, and it is still regarded as a triumph of modern english literature. It is not clear why the ordinary mormon is damned for doing this, but brigham young is not.