Over 300 photos, works of art, artifacts, maps, charts, scripture and commentary introduce the reader to the growing body of evidence that suggests the very real possibility of a north american setting for the events of the book of mormon. Warning themes in the book of mormon and the condemnation that resteth upon the children of zion trailer. Roberts, studies of the book of mormon, 2nd edition salt lake city. Why arent there any evidences of book of mormon authenticity. The book of mormon does fit into what we know of the ancient world. 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 content of the book of mormon may be the most convincing evidence for its claim as a historical record and divine scripture. Persons who choose to dismiss the book of mormon must ignore the mounting evidence for its authenticity. 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.
Not only did peterson and his wife, patty, sign up for some north american tours associated with. Whether you believe book of mormon events happened in mesoamerica, s. Signature books, 1992, 377 pages, paperback, isbn 1560850272 incredible as it may seem to many latterday saints, brigham h. There is a powerful evidence of book of mormon authenticity found in helaman 3. Claims have been made that there is no evidence to support its historical authenticity or historicity.
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. Excluding the bible and similar writing, can you prove to an atheist or to someone that is agnostic that god exists. Responding to an inquiry from the herald journal regarding what its official position is regarding potential evidence tied the book of mormon, the church of jesus christ of latterday saints pointed the newspaper to an essay entitled book of mormon geography on the churchs official website. 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. Since the publication of the book of mormon in 1830, mormon archaeologists have attempted to find archaeological evidence to support it. Boyd tuttle out of darkness into light a decade of discovery in book of mormon research. The musical is set to tour the uk throughout 20192020 kicking things off at manchester. Evidence for the authenticity of the book of mormon. I was amazed to read that brother washburn had a similar idea come to him that somehow the specific words of the book of mormon were evidence of its truthfulness.
For many years, critics have challenged the veracity of a religious text called the book of mormon. August 5 book of mormon seminars morning free day afternoon optional tour to a local cenote free day to enjoy the resort. The overall trend in the date over the past 175 years fits the expectations for the book of mormon as history rather than hoax. They are either lying or just unwilling to consider the mountain of evidence that. Scott bradley the constitution and the restoration of the gospel trailer. Nonmormon archaeologists speak on book of mormon evidence. Joseph smith consistently claimed that he translated the book of mormon from a set of ancient golden plates which were delivered to him by an angel.
As seen by science, the book of mormon is stronger today than it was in 1830, 1844, 1950, or even 2000, so i expect it will continue to become stronger in the future. In this article, we will provide some background on this issue focusing on the scientific issues, followed by a point by point response to various statements made in the essay about the book of mormon. 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. In early 2008 rodney meldrum published a dvd titled dna evidence for book of mormon geography. 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. Sep 08, 2016 on january 31, 2014, the lds church published an essay entitled book of mormon and dna studies in the gospel topics series on its official website. Book of mormon evidence in american archaeology wayne may. Book of mormon central archaeological evidence for the. When talking to mormons, expect to hear them say, i know the book. May has been exploring the heartland of north america for evidences of the book of mormon for decades. Rhonda pickering signs of our time why are the iconic symbols of the hopewell, a hand and a bird. And you can get it by buying a ticket to the book of mormon.
Intellectual evidence of book of mormon authenticity is an issue worthy of careful consideration. Dean sessions how practical scientific applications of the um help us learn truth. 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. Why is the book of mormons historical authenticity so. Sept 612 7day book of mormon evidence tour last year this tour was sold out by july, so dont wait. Meldrums research has blessed and enhanced the lives of thousands and increased their faith in the divine authenticity of the book of mormon, the prophetic. The book of mormon geographical research that i have done, and the sites that i have visited, have strengthened my testimony of the book of mormon and of jesus christ and of his church reply raymond takashi swenson on december 29, 2015 at 4. Maxwell institute for religious scholarship has published several books that throw light on the ancient origins of the book of mormon. Ethan smiths view of the hebrews and the nephite record. Now you can have wayne take you on a private tour of these sacred sites of the book of mormon through incredibly beautiful photography and video work that is the next best.
A core belief of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints is that the book of mormon is a translation of an ancient record that was written on golden plates. However, archaeologists and researches have looked for evidence in the americas to see if the book of mormon is true but have found nothing not even one single coin. Historicity of the book of mormon book of mormon evidence. We believe that it is scripture that testifies of gods dealings with prophets and followe.
Reviews of dna evidence for book of mormon geography. 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. Evidence of the truthfulness of the book of mormon lds. The book of mormon is a vast and epic story that spans hundreds of years on two continents while detailing the rise and fall of unique, previously unheard of civilizations.
Join wayne may and ryan fisher for a book of mormon archaeology tour of cumorahland. The book of mormon is the awardwinning smash hit musical that has taken broadway and the west end by storm. Book of mormon central archaeological evidence for the book. The book of mormons authenticity is buttressed by the fact that there exists no plausible substitute explanation of the books existence. A mormon general authoritys doubts about the authenticity of. Many members of the latter day saint movement claim historical authenticity of the book of mormon. This view finds no acceptance outside of mormonism. The following are actual pages from the final annotated book of mormon. According to the text, the nephites and the lamanites initially spoke hebrew 600 bc and might have spoken a modified semitic language until at least 400 ad, when the book of mormon ends.
Serious study of the book of mormon by latterday saints is flourishing today as. Jan 01, 2011 220 pages 11 x 9 full color case bound heirloom edition. Thoughts on evidences for the historical authenticity of. This tour has been years in the making as we have searched out ancient remains of indian forts that date to nephite times located around the hill cumorah battlefield. 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. In fact, several mormon organizations have been founded in order to prove. America, baja, or the heartland, these brethren have given us wonderful advice. Dean sessions latter day saint creationism the doctrine and science. The book of mormon, the first broadway musical by matt stone and trey parker the creators of south park. Exploring book of mormon in americas heartland photobook.
Evidence for nephis bountiful, journal of book of mormon studies, 71 1998. Truth shall spring forth out of the earth, journal of book of mormon studies, vol. Academic evidence is subject to constant revision, but a testimony of the book of mormon given from god is not subject to change. All the wordprint studies, understanding of olive culture, or reading of chiasmus will not convert anyone to a life of. Most, but not all, mormons hold the book s connection to ancient american history as an article of their faith. Ancient american publisher and renown book of mormon scholar wayne n. Book of mormon tour all inclusive vacation with lds guide. The theory that the book of mormon is an ancient american history is not accepted as scientifically verifiable by the mainstream.
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. And while we will never prove the book of mormon true, the evidence strongly suggests that it is exactly what it claims to be. Book of mormon evidence the mormon church, mormonism. Therefore, joseph smith is a prophet, god exists, jesus is the christ, the church is true, and all else that goes along with the authenticity of the book of mormon. Washburnthe contents, structure and authorship of the book of mormonwas published in 1954. However, intellectual evidences on their own do not change lives and bring souls to christthat requires a spiritual witness through the power of the holy ghost. Book of mormon evidences, part 3 presents further evidence supporting the book of mormon as an ancient document. Most, but not all, mormons hold the books connection to ancient american history as an article of their faith. These facts establish how plausible it is that the book of mormon really is an artifact of the ancient world. Some pages are in low resolution on purpose to save space.
This page is a continuation of book of mormon evidences, part one and part two. Its early account of jerusalem just before the babylonian captivity gains in plausibility as research continues to accumulate. Click here to visit our frequently asked questions about html5 video. Book of mormon evidence 202021 tours book of mormon. 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. If joseph smiths account of the book of mormon is authentic, then so is he. Book of mormon evidence discovery tour legacy tours and travel. The book itself claims to be an ancient record of gods dealings with a remnant of the house of israel in the new world. Is the book of mormon authenticated by archaeology. Remember we have interspersed paintings, maps, pictures, archaeology, etc throughout the actual text of the book of mormon. As such, their identity is an additional witness of the divine authenticity of the text. There are far too many evidences of book of mormon authenticity to list here. Serious study of the book of mormon by latterday saints is flourishing today as never before. This is the battlefield tour youve been waiting for.
Upcoming costco book signings nbc news acknowledges heartland model in recent mormon in america series. Archaeological evidence and the book of mormon fairmormon. The book of mormon in north america book of mormon evidence. Supposed conflicts between archaeology and the book of mormon. Lost civilizations of north america documentary4, deborah bolnick on haplogroup x. Hollands called the greatness of the evidence, are important words to hear from two well respected men. National tour the book of mormon on broadway official site. Jan 29, 2019 the story of the books provenanceits being given to elvis fourteen days before his death and being read and digested from first page to lastdoes not fit within the constraints of a period in which he hosted his daughter, prepared for a tour, and responded to an expose about his prescription drug abuse and erratic behavior. Brian stubbs lehite language evidence in native american languages. While there is ample archaeological evidence to prove the authenticity of the bible in the middle east, the evidence to support the book of mormon is not there. Some point to what they claim is evidence for the presence of these items and locations.
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. Five compelling archeological evidences for the book of mormon. 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. Relax, allinclusive, luxurious motels and the best of local cuisine. Nevertheless, intellectual evidences can be valuable in opening minds and. Dec 27, 2015 the book of mormon geographical research that i have done, and the sites that i have visited, have strengthened my testimony of the book of mormon and of jesus christ and of his church reply raymond takashi swenson on december 29, 2015 at 4. Book of mormon evidence part 1the destructions of 3rd nephi in a new world setting. Logical arguments for the book of mormon and joseph smith. New scientific support for the truthfulness of the book of mormon. Many members of the latter day saint movement claim that the book of mormon is historically. 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. Non mormon archaeologists speak on book of mormon evidence.
Third, beginning within smiths lifetime, native ruins such as the eastern woodland mounds and newly discovered mesoamerican cities were cited as evidence for book of mormon civilizations givens 2002. The dvd is based upon a popular presentation given in a number of fireside. Nov 15, 2007 academic evidence is subject to constant revision, but a testimony of the book of mormon given from god is not subject to change. Correlation and verification through dna, prophetic, scriptural, historical, climatological, archaeological, social, and cultural evidence. The book of mormon tour dates follow this outrageous musical comedy from creators of south park, trey parker and matt stone, and bobby lopez cowriter of avenue q and frozen, follows the misadventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent on a mission to a place thats about as far from salt lake city as you can get. Rediscovering the book of mormon remnant through dna national book of mormon evidence conference info tour the heartland book of mormon sites in 2012.
Orson pratts divine authenticity of the book of mormon 1850 represents this approach. This is an excellent article that i have read over and over. Archaeological science versus claims of the book of mormon. Thoughts on evidences for the historical authenticity of the. Is the book of mormon an authentic ancient scripture. Wayne may presents the supporting evidence for the heartland model, that the book of mormon nephites and jaredites lived in north america. The book of mormon on broadway official site tour schedule. The plates from which joseph smith translated the book of mormon were a historical artifact made by ancient americans.
Thus, it can be seen that archaeological evidence for the book of mormon which does exist, as will be discussed shortlydoes. Book of mormon evidence, heartland news, april 27, 20. 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 on the link. Insights into the authenticity of the book of mormon. Dates city location ticketsopen run new york, ny eugene oneill theatre view ticketsgot fed up with the daily grind. To begin looking for archaeological evidence you have to know where to look. Go to their site and click on gallery and then tourism, and then click. It is hoped that this short survey of external evidences for the book of mormons authenticity will lead the reader to a great exploration by following the references in the footnotes.
Why is there no archaeological evidence for the book of mormon. An additional criticism of the historical authenticity of the book of mormon concerns linguistics. Archaeological evidence and the book of mormon why is there no archaeological evidence for the book of mormon. Evidence that the book of mormon, while good to have, is not the essential thing that will convert mankind to its truthfulness, or to the person the book of mormon is bearing witness of. Therefore, the existence and authenticity of the book of mormon proves the existence of god. Evidence for authenticity and plausibility, not proof. Due to the nature of its origin, that would support the existence of god. Roberts 18571933, an lds general authority widely considered mormonisms greatest apologist and historian, 1 expressed the grave doubt that the book of mormon is a translation of ancient. June 511 7day book of mormon evidence tour last year this tour sold out by april, so dont delay.
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