Introducing the firm foundation expo featuring the 23rd international book of mormon evidence conference. This page is a continuation of book of mormon evidences, part one and part two. Much evidence exists to support the claims made by the book of mormon native american evidences of book of mormon contents. According to the church of jesus christ of latterday saints mormon church, the book of mormon is a divinely inspired revelation that is complimentary to the bible. These are just a few clips about interesting stories and archaeological findings etc. Two hundred and twenty gorgeous full color pages filled with more than 500 stunning photos, artwork, maps, charts, artifacts, quotes, scripture and commentary introduce the reader to the rapidly mounting body of evidence that suggests the very real possibility of a north american setting for the events described in the book of mormon. Due to the nature of its origin, that would support the. The content of the book of mormon may be the most convincing evidence for its claim as a historical record and divine scripture. But there is one thing that has occurred to me recently that has become the most solid logical evidence for the book of mormon. Truth shall spring forth out of the earth, journal of book of mormon studies, vol. Evidence from the book of mormon manuscript mormonthink. If there is data supporting the texts, we can calculate whether the book of mormon should be considered to be based on fact or simply a good fiction story.
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. These plates were supposedly written 1,400 years ago and detailed the history of the jewish nephites from 600 b. Mormon traditions that would have us believe the book of mormon took place in the heartland and at new york truly conflict with the book of mormon, believed to be the word of god, so the heartland model is not valid. The little book of book of mormon evidences by john hilton iii. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates taken from the plates of nephi, who claimed that it had been. Lost civilizations of north america documentary4, deborah bolnick on haplogroup x. However, the book of mormon has been scientifically proven to be false which means joseph smith was a gross liar and received no revelation from god.
The resurrected savior, jesus christ, really did visit the book of mormon people in the americas. Since the foundation of the church of latterday saints, mormon archaeologists and historians have tried mightily to harmonize the prehistory of the united states as given in the book of mormon with the facts on the ground, which have stubbornly refused to admit. Based on these physical evidences, the book of mormon could not have been the work of a young man with limited knowledge, such as. Book store book of mormon evidence in american archaeology.
This view finds no acceptance outside of mormonism. Mormons embrace america unearthed while scott wolter. There is an abundance of historical and archaeological evidence that supports the scriptural historical events as recorded in the book of mormon. Oct 911, 2014 at the utah valley university uccu event center, orem, utah. If we had a mesoamerican inscription which mentioned a book of mormon king, with a date and historical context that matched the date and context for the book of mormon, would that be objective evidence in favor of the historicity of the book of mormon. 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. Book of mormon evidences mormonism, the mormon church. The first of these peoples, called jaredites, are supposed to have come to. Native american writings are potentially strong evidence that the occurrences described in the book of mormon actually happened. Ancient peoples of israel book of mormon evidence youtube. Its early account of jerusalem just before the babylonian captivity gains in plausibility as research continues to accumulate. Archaeological science versus claims of the book of mormon. The book of mormon does fit into what we know of the ancient world. Upcoming events firm foundation expo featuring the 17th international book of mormon evidence conference dates.
T he book of mormon is advertized by the church of jesus christ of latterday saints as another testament of jesus christ and specifically of the account of his supposed visit to the american continent the book of mormon, 3 nephi 11. Book of mormon evidence compiled from video interviews done in 2014, 2016 and 2017. Archaeological evidence of the book of mormon latterday. The book of mormon describes migrations of people from the middle east to central america, and further describes some features of their civilizations in the new world. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which adherents believe contains writings of ancient prophets who lived on the american continent from approximately 2200 bc to ad 421. For example, evidence to support the claim by mormons that native americans are descendants of. April 2526, 2014 at the scera xango grand theatre, orem, utah. 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. For many years, critics have challenged the veracity of a religious text called the book of mormon. Join our weekly in depth discussions and insights to enhance your personal and family study of the book of mormon. Dna evidence and the book of mormon conclusive proof. Book of mormon evidence part 1the destructions of 3rd nephi in a new world setting. I have watched more than 20 hours of wayne may book of mormon lecture videos and conversed with both wayne may and rod meldrum in person. Scribe 1oliver cowdery scribe 2 unknown scribe 3 unknown reply to critics.
Nothing shall be withheld, which was divided into two, one hour lectures. Most, but not all, mormons hold the books connection to ancient american history as an article of their faith. The book of mormon evidence conference was held the second weekend in april. 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. But ultimately god requires faith, and is most likely making it intentionally difficult to prove the book of. This is another in my series of article on challenging questions that missionaries will likely face. So there is also archaeological evidence that supports the truthfulness of the book of mormon. The theory that the book of mormon is an ancient american history is not accepted as scientifically verifiable by the mainstream. As always, i invite you to study the issues, evaluate what we know and what we dont know, and pray for the guidance. First published in 1830, the book of mormon tells of the transoceanic migrations of two ancient near eastern peoples to the americas.
In the paper revisiting sariah at elephantine, neal rappleye, a research project manager here at book of mormon central, explains that scholars have identified a jewish woman named. Book of mormon evidence the mormon church, mormonism. If a socalled holy book is not a myth, then we will find that the names of cities, people, and other unique details will be supported by archaeological evidence. Book of mormon the list of archaeological and historical. How to prove that the book of mormon is true quora. An interesting analysis of some of the physical evidences which show that joseph smith translated the book of mormon by revelation through the power of god. The book of mormon, like the bible, contains a record of gods dealings with a part of the house of israel. Exploring the book of mormon in americas heartland. It was first published in march 1830 by joseph smith as the book of mormon. There are also some powerful evidences for the book of mormon, including important correlations from the book of mormon text to mesoamerica and hebrew language and customs.
Royal skousen collected and examined the existing fragments of the original manuscript of the book of mormon to produce a critical text. Archaeological evidences discovered since the coming forth of the book of mormon and the facts of history point toward the accuracy of many details of its historic account. Join the th semiannual international book of mormon evidence conference by the firm foundation. Newest news here we will share with you every other day or so, many important items. Responding to critical claims regarding the book of mormon and dna evidence. If playback doesnt begin shortly, try restarting your device. We watch a video entitled evidences of the book of mormon. Book of mormon evidences, part 3 presents further evidence supporting the book of mormon as an ancient document. Read about the supporting evidence for the book of mormon cultures. If the book is accurate, archaeologists would expect to find numerous pieces of hard evidence in central america that confirm the presence of these societies. Videos you watch may be added to the tvs watch history and influence tv recommendations. Book of mormon and dna studies the church of jesus christ of latterday saints affirms that the book of mormon is a volume of sacred scripture comparable to the bible.
Faithful answers to latterday questions weekly insights into the church of jesus christ of latterday saints come follow me gospel doctrine program. Explore new book of mormon evidences in americas heartland like never before. In addition, the very content of the book of mormon makes it impossible to accept it as divine revelation. Book of mormon evidence podcast come follow me with rod. You can convince god to send the golden plates back down to earth again, then you can take them to a panel of mesoamerican archaeologists and allow them to examine them at length, performing every scientific test on them that they can think of. Book of mormon evidence they didnt tell you about youtube. It contains a record of gods dealings with three groups of people who migrated.
To avoid this, cancel and sign in to youtube on your computer. I duly agreed that if you found such a thing, according to those specifications, then. Mormonism is there any archaeological evidence for the. Our additional 2020 event will be sept 1112th the same mountain america exposition center at 9575 s state st in sandy, ut 84070.
Id like to take credit for discovering this groundbreaking evidencebut millions before me had already discovered it long before i did as they read the book of mormon. Join host rod meldrum and a wide array of book of mormon experts, sharing their lifetimes of research and testimony. I was also privileged to assist at the booth of my editor, boyd tuttle, of legends library. Welch while he was on an lds mission in regensburg, germany, chiasmus or poetic parallelism is a nested ancient hebraic form of explaining an idea, where the ideas are set out in series of statements and then repeated with the first being last.
After a conversation regarding the promises and covenants of the lord with america, alex determined to incorporate those ideals into his latest music video which he began writing as he watched the world trade center towers collapse on 911. Fireside which goes over book of mormon evidence as well as subjects like heavenly mother, the trinity and other subjects. 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. It might be the funniest thing in the world to me when someone tells me with absolute certainty that the book of mormon isnt true after having admitted never actually reading the book themselves. Today we will talk about some common criticisms of the book of mormon around archaeological evidence that some say proves or disproves the truthfulness of the book of mormon. When talking to mormons, expect to hear them say, i know the book. Paying supporters also get unlimited streaming via the free bandcamp app. Watch book of mormon centrals new video on one of the best examples of archaeological evidence we have for the book of mormon. It contains prophecies of christ and also reveals how christ, after his resurrection and. New evidence for the book of mormon name sariah 1 nephi 2. We are constantly looking for and discovering new archaeological evidence.
The material below covers the geography of the book of mormon in north america. The fact is proven with final and irrefutable evidence that joseph smith wrote the fictitious tale in the early 19th century and founded the lds church what he falsely claimed was revelation from god. A journal of latterday saint faith and scholarship. Includes highquality download in mp3, flac and more. 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 fraud from joseph smith. Archaeological and historical evidence where did the. The book of mormon contains accounts by several different people over a thousand years, harmonized and abridged into a whole narrative by a father and son, mormon and moroni, who lived around 400 ad. The list of archeological and historical claims of the book of mormon compared to nonapologetic evidence. It will be held thur, fri, and sat, april 11th, 2019 at the davis county conference center 1651 n 700 w. These facts establish how plausible it is that the book of mormon really is an artifact of the ancient world.