Not a lot of books my book of mormon collection numbers nearly 150 volumes but enough to make one wonder why we need another commentary. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible. This volume is the first of a twovolume, readerfriendly exploration of the book of scripture that is the keystone of our religion. 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. One author makes the point that certain portions of the greek manuscripts of matthew 57 do not agree with the kjv of the text, and concludes that the book of mormon version of the sermon should not contain text similar to the kjv. The authors are very knowledgeable and reliable in the things they share.
The bible, the book of mormon, and the concept of scripture. Best of book of mormon commentary list scripture notes. Belnap for nonbelievers, the relationship latterday saints have with the bible can be difficult to discern, especially when one considers the crucial role the book of mormon plays in lds worship. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates taken from the plates of nephi. They assert that the book of mormon is an attempt to add to the words of the bible.
And it came to pass that coriantumr did smite him against the wall, insomuch that he died. Sep 07, 2011 verse by verse, the book of mormon is a twovolume, userfriendly commentary that balances doctrinal commentary with quotations from general authorities, cultural and linguistic insights, and thorough but intelligible helps for understanding difficult scriptural passages. Presenting the maxwell institute study edition of the book. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading verse by verse. 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. With an overdrive account, you can save your favorite libraries for ataglance information about availability.
Book of mormon study books scriptures, ctr rings, books. Just as the bibles present chapter and verse notation system is a later addition of bible publishers to books that were originally solid blocks of undivided text, the chapter and verse markers within the books of the book of mormon are conventions, not part of the original text. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read nibleys commentary on the book of mormon. Book of mormon commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. Book of mormon writers by verse christianity stack exchange. One gives background information, quotes from scholars and general authorities, and explanation, complete with footnotes and scripture references, for most of the verses from 1 nephi to alma 29. A complete identification of all chapters and verses of isaiah quoted in the book of mormon along with an analysis of each verse is found in monte s. The bible dictionary states, the reader today has no greater written commentary and guide to understanding isaiah than the book of mormon and the doctrine and covenants isaiah, 707. Verse by verse, the book of mormon is a twovolume, userfriendly co. The commentary is insightful and we learned many new and interesting thingspoints about most every section. Oct 12, 2011 covering alma 30 through the end of the book of mormon, verse by verse. The original books only had occasional verse references. Two is an excellent addition to scripture study time.
Israel, ten lost tribes of and the lost tribes of israel shall have the words of the nephites and the jews. New versebyverse resource on the book of mormon october 29, 2012 by neal rappleye one of our objectives at fair is to provide access to quality research on latterday saint topics that is useful for the average saint in their everyday study of the scriptures. Study the new testament with a verse by verse commentary by lynne hilton wilson, the cofounder of book of mormon central. Read this weeks knowhy connected with the come follow me curriculum, and watch a video elucidating an insight in this weeks scripture reading. The heading gives a brief summary of what the book is about. One of the most thorough presentations in print on mormon theology compares each. If you want something that is simply an introduction to help you get the ideas presented, then the book of mormon made easier. I have made an effort to add scripture references to each paragraph, when applicable, including chapter and verse. Is the book of mormon the mind and will and voice of god to all men. Oct 29, 2012 new verse by verse resource on the book of mormon october 29, 2012 by neal rappleye one of our objectives at fair is to provide access to quality research on latterday saint topics that is useful for the average saint in their everyday study of the scriptures.
If you are a scholar, look for more intense books by gileadi. Nyman, great are the words of isaiah 1980, and an indepth study of the book of mormon isaiah passages is found in donald w. Readers will come to know the ancient editors nephi. The angel asks nephi, knowest thou the meaning of the book. 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. The bible, the book of mormon, and the concept of scripture daniel l. It will be treasured by anyone who wishes to understand more fully the teachings of those whom the lord called in the land of promise to testify of him. According to the book of mormon itself, it was written by many ancient prophets. These verses of scripture have been cited repeatedly by those attempting to discredit the book of mormon. The maxwell institutes study edition of the book of mormon is both an update and an expansion of grant hardys the book of mormon. Funniest scripture in the book of mormon 21 and it came to pass that pacumeni, who was the chief judge, did flee before coriantumr, even to the walls of the city.
Highly informative and easy to read, this commentary on the book of mormon provides stimulating views that complement the scriptures. What are some great commentary books on the book of mormon. The book of mormon contains a version of the sermon on the mount, which some authors have claimed to be the achilles heel of the book of mormon. Producing a commentary on what the book of mormon is, and what it means. Lds feminists applaud as church removes troublesome book of. In this digital ebook bundle, the two volumes of verse by verse commentary have been brought together for more convenient study. References to the book of mormon and other latterday saint scripture are sometimes linked to the online book of mormon, doctrine and covenants, or pearl of great price at. Perhaps the most significant difference between mise and the readers edition is that the latter was expressly an academic work, designed for religiously neutral scholarship, while mise is edited and presented from an explicit position of faith and is intended primarily for readers who regard the book of mormon as revealed scripture. The contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible constitute a most serious obstacle to accepting the book of mormon as latterday scripture supplemental to the bible. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to adherents, contains writings of ancient prophets who lived on the american continent from approximately 2200 bc to ad 421. The book of mormon for young readers presents key scripture stories in an.
Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon by robert millet and joseph fielding mcconkie this is a 4 volume set which doesnt go straight through the book of mormon as some other commentaries, but approaches it by topic and then studies the scriptures with prophetic statements about those verses. In this digital ebook bundle, the two volumes of versebyverse commentary have been brought together for more convenient study. Not only do these books of scripture interpret passages of isaiah, they contain doctrines and prophecies that shed light on isaiahs words. This volume is the first of a two,volume, reader,friendly exploration of.
Bible headings were not added by modern translators, but originated with the original authors of the. Start to finish is a comprehensive, questionandanswer commentary that draws from thousands of the very best insights on the scriptures, including those from general authorities, church magazines and manuals, respected scholarly commentaries, scripture reference books, and other publications. Kelly ogden is a professor of ancient scripture at byu. Each reads very much like the bible in type and breadth of thematic concerns and literary forms history, law, psalm. My husband and i read from it each night while studying the book of mormon. Each episode is a single chapter from the scriptures. I have assembled a list below of book of mormon commentary options you may.
The book of mormon shall so affect men that the whole earth and all its peoples will have been influenced and governed by it. One of the most thorough presentations in print on mormon theology compares each teaching with what the bible says. Book of mormon student manual published by the church of jesus christ of latterday saints free this is an official resource of the church for use in institute classes. If so, you will find what youre looking for in this commentary written by gospel scholars d. Lds scripture study aids books that help you understand. This effort along with greatly expanded lecture topics. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. If so, you will find what youre looking for in this commentary written by gospel. The book of mormon contains many linguistic similarities to the king james bible kjv. Covering alma 30 through the end of the book of mormon, verse by verse. There is no greater issue ever to confront mankind in modern times than this. Learn about the book of mormon with verse by verse commentaries from renowned book of mormon scholars like john w.
Native americans, dna, and the mormon church salt lake city, ut. The nook book ebook of the verse by verse book of mormon 2in1 ebook bundle by d. Book of mormon podcast by mike stroud free brother stroud is a retired 30year ces instructor and has a wonderful versebyverse podcast on the book of mormon. This complete twoinone ebook set offers a readerfriendly exploration of the book of scripture that is the keystone of our religion. A readers edition, published in 2003 by the university of illinois pressas with a readers edition, the maxwell institutes study edition attempts to make the text more accessible by presenting it in paragraphs, with poetry set in verse form. Kelly, skinner, andrew c download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. For convenience i will often quote the verse or verses being discussed offset in blue font as part of each entry. It was first published in march 1830 by joseph smith as the book of mormon.
This book of mormon passage was the first lds verse mormon girls were. Detailsid149910do you want to expand and deepen your study of the book of mormon. Indepth scripture commentary is supplemented with photos, painting, drawings, charts, maps, and other invaluable study helps. Aug 08, 2012 the latterday saint canon consists of four books. This book has been a delightful addition to my scripture study. The present volume is a commentary on the pearl of great price. New testament come follow me 2019 book of mormon central. Verse by verse commentary verse by verse commentary. On my bookshelf i have 12 such commentaries, published over the years. The book of mormon and the king james bible wikipedia. Do you want to expand and deepen your study of the book of mormon. In some cases, entire passages are duplicated in the book of mormon.
Verse by verse, the book of mormon is a twovolume, userfriendly commentary that balances doctrinal commentary with quotations from general authorities, cultural and linguistic insights, and thorough but intelligible helps for understanding difficult scriptural passages. Commentary on the book of mormon ebook written by hugh w. The book of mormon teaches that little children are not capable of sin because they do not have a. Mar 17, 2014 nibleys commentary on the book of mormon. Verse by verse, the four gospels is both an outstanding reference resource and a wonderful biographical account of the saviors ministry. While it doesnt actually cover each and every verse verse by verse. Heading contents heading verse 1 verse 2 verse 3 verse 4 verse 56 verse 7 verse 8 verse 910 verse 1115 verse 1617 verse 1820 ancient style of heading chapters and books of the bible often start with a heading introduction. 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.
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. Mormons answered verse by verse ebook 9781441233523 by john farkas. Nibleys commentary on the book of mormon is based on. I love, love, love the verse by verse series of books. Verse by verse book of mormon 2in1 ebook bundle by d. The student manual contains mostly general authority quotes and brief statements of explanation for blocks of verses. 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.
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