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. Is there any archaeological evidence for the book of mormon. Bmaf supports a mesoamerican context for the major book of mormon sites. These groups were led by prophets who recorded their religious and secular histories on metal plates. Warning themes in the book of mormon and the condemnation that resteth upon the children of zion trailer. Since the publication of the book of mormon in 1830, mormon archaeologists have attempted to find archaeological evidence to support it. The book of mormon evidence conference believes the book of mormon. Book of mormon evidence compiled from video interviews done in 2014, 2016 and 2017. Get the latest updates on book of mormon topics and research for free. You dont have to be a member of any church or congregation to read and appreciate the book of mormon. Unearthed history channel series book of mormon evidence june 22, 2016. 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. Here are some of our favorites, followed by a comprehensive alphabetical list below. Non mormon archaeologists speak on book of mormon evidence rick branch 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.
Archaeological evidence and the book of mormon fairmormon. The book of mormon is a religious record of three groups of people who migrated from the old world to the american continents. The volume has long invited scrutiny from all branches of science. We are now finalizing plan b to bring you the most amazing firm foundation expo ever by internet. Mormon topics book of mormon geography and evidences. Such simple examples of chiasmus are well known in english speech. Book of mormon evidence in american archaeology wayne may. The book of mormon is a sacred book of ancient scripture that is evidence of gods love for all people of the world. The internal consistency of these descriptions is one of the striking features of 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. Remarkable book of mormon evidences hidden in plain sight. The results of these ongoing studies have been both fascinating and faith promoting. I couldnt possibly cover every book of mormon correlation in one sitting.
In this inspiring and informative presentation, dr. Our additional 2020 event will be sept 1112th the same mountain america exposition center at 9575 s state st in sandy, ut 84070. Evidences which support the truthfulness of the book of abraham. David hocking managing editor, annotated edition of the book of mormon. The book of mormon records the visit of jesus christ to people in the americas following his resurrection. 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. Evidence, they insists, that the money system described in the book of mormon is definitely an ancient one due to its binary system. Fairmormon is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing welldocumented answers to criticisms of lds doctrine, belief, and practice. This view finds no acceptance outside of mormonism. The purpose of this article is to shed some light on not only the subject of archaeology, but also. Supporting evidences of the book of mormon are broadly identifiable. Dec 05, 2019 if youre not familiar with book of mormon central yet, all i can say is, get familiar with it.
Internal evidences of the truth of the book of mormon. 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. In assessing the broad impact of jack welchs discovery of chiasmus in the book of mormon, robert smith concludes. If you love the book of mormon, consider donating to book of mormon central and becoming part of this exciting movement. 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. Introduction to the list of claims and evidences of the book of mormon. Book of mormon evidence streaming faithfully exploring relevant. Rediscovering the book of mormon remnant through dna. Book of mormon evidence streaming faithfully exploring. On wednesday, january 15, 2020, royal skousen will be presenting a lecture on the history of the text of the book of mormon at brigham young university. The most recent issue of byu studies quarterly includes an article by wade miller and matt roper with new evidence challenging this view.
The book of mormon puzzle has challenged bright minds for over 180 years. David read the surprising new dna evidence supports 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. For example, the system of exchange set out in alma 11. In this post i wanted to emphasize physical evidencesstuff you can touch, see, feel. Robertss study which was published posthumously in 1985 as studies of the book of mormon. I recently spent three days at two book of mormon conferences. These facts establish how plausible it is that the book of mormon really is an artifact of the ancient world. Nov 30, 20 these facts establish how plausible it is that the book of mormon really is an artifact of the ancient world.
The list includes items such as steel swords, barley, cement, thrones, and literacy. Jonathan neville jonathan neville is a lawyer, businessman, educator and author who has written over forty books, including both nonfiction and fiction. In brief, table 2 lists only a few other numerous chiastic studies, as well as a range of hebraic styles. See hundreds of full hourlong presentations, go to. Watch book of mormon centrals new video on one of the best examples of archaeological evidence we have for 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 that it was translated from an ancient document and not written by joseph smith in the early 19th century. This video is part of a new and exciting video initiative by book of mormon central. 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 of the latter day saint movement believe that it. The book of mormon is a religious and chronological history of a fallen people who lived in the americas from 600 b. Much evidence exists to support the claims made by the book of mormon native american evidences of book of mormon contents. Since the publication of the book of mormon in 1830, members and leaders of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints have expressed numerous opinions about the specific locations of the events discussed in the book. Book of mormon nuggets supplementing jeff lindsays book of mormon evidences page.
If this was the only sort of chiasmus to be found in the book of mormon, then it would be weak evidence, at best, of any sort of ancient origin for the text. And, with more study, the books sturdiness and richness and the remarkable accomplishment of its translator, the prophet joseph smith, become more apparent. Using both the 1st and the current edition of the book of mormon to compare against known discoveries. How a mormon lawyer transformed archaeology in mexicoand ended up losing his faith.
Evidences of the book of mormon our homestead life. 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. Apr 09, 2019 it was a year ago this week, i spent three days at two book of mormon conferences on the same weekend. The cities, lands, and bloodlines have been found in the chronicles written by the quiche and cakchiquel maya. The book is for all of gods children, regardless of their religious beliefs and affiliations. In its smallest details, the book of mormon reveals its roots in the ancient near east. 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.
As explored in this video, the location nahom in the book of mormon has been archaeologically confirmed. How a mormon lawyer transformed archaeology in mexicoand. Robert kay the book of mormon and the science of the fathers. This video highlights the different pieces of evidence that support the book of mormon s translation as being inspired, miraculous, and historically viable. Book of mormon evidences 5 disk dvd series trailer video. What the book of mormon claims about cement including the cosumption of trees. All opinions, speakers and presenters represent and express their own individual opinions, and not necessarily the opinions of firm foundation, book of mormon. The list of archeological and historical claims of the book of mormon compared to nonapologetic evidence. Serious study of the book of mormon by latterday saints is flourishing today as never before. 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. 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. Archaeological evidence for the book of mormon video. Showing that the money system in the book of mormon has ancient parallels because of its binary nature does not prove the book itself to be ancient.
Come follow me 2020 podcasts with rod meldrum book of. Some early critics of the book of mormon ridiculed its literary qualities. Book of mormon evidences mormonism, the mormon church. For the evidence which supports the claims made in this video, as well as a fairly comprehensive sampling of the available research on this topic, click the following link. We have been in contact with many of our speakers who assure us that they are ready and excited to share their latest findings with all of you. This video goes through a wide potpourri of book of mormon evidences which have not been discussed on prior videos. What to say to mormons so what evidence is there that mormonism is true. Many readers have posed this question, both out of genuine interest and also as a challenge to the book s authenticity.
This is the definitive work on the heartland geography. Book of mormon evidence come follow me supplementary study podcasts. John clark of the new world archaeological foundation has compiled a list of sixty items mentioned in the book of mormon. Wayne may presents book of mormon evidence in north american geography, archaeology and historical records. Archaeology itself can be divided and subdivided into numerous disciplines. Scientists, historians, and other scholars have long maintained the view that there were no horses in the americas during book of mormon times. Book of mormon evidence vs book of mormon central search isaiah. Five compelling archeological evidences for the book of mormon.
Book of mormon central releases new evidences of the book of. Welcome to book of mormon centrals youtube channel, book of mormon central is designed and built by people who love the book of mormon. Without the book of mormon the doctrines of our gospel would fail. Its a fantastic resource providing invaluable insight and scholarship about, you guessed it, the book of mormon. Geographic evidences supporting the book of mormon. Intro to the list of claims and evidences of the book of mormon. Native american writings are potentially strong evidence that the occurrences described in the book of mormon actually happened.
Many members of the latter day saint movement claim historical authenticity of the book of mormon. Why is there no archaeological evidence for the book of mormon. 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. This will be the two day 26th international book of mormon evidence conference which will have just one major stage with over 20 fantastic speakers. Evidences which support the truthfulness of the book of mormon. New evidence for horses in america book of mormon central.
Non mormon archaeologists speak on book of mormon evidence. 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. Most, but not all, mormons hold the book s connection to ancient american history as an article of their faith. The book is used by nearly thirteen million individuals who read it along with the holy bible, believing that both were written by prophets and contain the words of god. Mar 02, 2020 the book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ, its purpose is to promote faith in the savior of the world, clarify doctrine, and provide a clearer view of the plan our father in heaven has for each of his children. However, additional evidences of the divinity of this book also exist. Scott bradley the constitution and the restoration of the gospel trailer. 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. In fact, several mormon organizations have been founded in order to prove these very.
In 1955, thomas ferguson, a latter day saint and the founder of the new world archaeological foundation nwaf, with five years of funding from the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church, began to dig throughout mesoamerica for evidence of the veracity of the book of mormon claims. In other words, native americans whose ancestors include book of mormon peoples may not be able to confirm that relationship using their dna. There is little doubt that a true blossoming of such studies has taken place in recent decades r smith, 2007. The prophet joseph smith himself accepted what he felt was evidence of book of mormon civilizations in. These traits provide remarkable evidence that the book of mormon is indeed a masterful work of literature. It just follows ancient, rather than modern literary standards. We are a nonprofit organization supported by people like you. Internal evidences of the truth of the book of mormon book.
Professionally recorded and edited in studio with rod. Over ten years of intensive research in scientific journals, historical documents, and the scriptures on. It discusses the eyewitnesses of the translation process, the miraculous details which they reported, the blazing rate of translation, and the corroborating evidence from the original. Intro to the list of claims and evidences of the book of.
An entirely new approach to the study of book of mormon geography. 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 mormon s authenticity. 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 21st international book of mormon evidence conference believes the book of mormon took place in north america the heartland theory, while the book of mormon central 2018 conference believes the book of mormon all took place in central america the mesoamerican theory. Much as critics and defenders of the book of mormon would like to use dna studies to support their views, the evidence is simply inconclusive. Nothing can take the place of a spiritual witness that the book of mormon is true.
Any book of mormon lands proposal must be able to demonstrate all. Book of mormonevidenceshebraismschiasmus fairmormon. In 1935, some of the most important documents ever found relevant to old testament history were discovered. Book of mormon evidence 5 dvd series by rod meldrum dvd. Royal skousen is a professor of linguistics at brigham young university and has spent years studying the text of the book of mormon. This site is provided to give you an overview of what reasonable evidences there may be of the book of mormon. Book of mormon central evidences of the book of mormon. Nonmormon archaeologists speak on book of mormon evidence. Over time, however, its become clear that the book of mormon is actually. The list of archaeological and historical claims of the book. Due to the nature of its origin, that would support the existence of god. Faithfully exploring latterday topics of our times. The history accounts for three migrations of people from the middle east. Peterson, a noted scholar and lecturer, provides an intriguing look at the evidences that support the book of mormon as an ancient.
Other locations may meet some of the following criteria, but only mesoamerica meets all these elements required by the book itself. Rhonda pickering signs of our time why are the iconic symbols of the hopewell, a hand and a bird. For many years, critics have challenged the veracity of a religious text called the book of mormon. There is more evidence of the truthfulness of the book of mormon than any other topic in the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Book of mormon evidences, part one discusses some of the many factors supporting the plausibility of the book of mormon as an ancient document.
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