He spent much of his free time reading books on various subjects so he could. The mormon religion is a cult because it is devoted to the works, theories, and teachings that are all lies, from a man named joseph smith. Prayerfully studying the truths in the book of mormon can help you acquire the. A place for any links to mormon and exmormon news and views. The book of mormon is an ancient record that teaches about jesus. I also liked the simple statement that preceded it. The key to knowing whether the book of mormon is a true record of the saviors dealings with an ancient people is to read the book with an open mind and follow the steps outlined by the book of mormon prophet moroni near the end of the book which reads.
Learn more about this inspired book in just two minutes. Also, the bible forbids another gospel of christ, yet the mormons claim the book of mormon is an additional gospel of jesus christ galations 1. Prayerfully studying the truths in the book of mormon can help you acquire the spiritual knowledge you need to guide your life and to answer questions that you or others may have. The mormon religion is not from god, it is the doctrine of devils.
Fun facts you didnt know about the book of mormon tix blog. What are some interesting facts about the mormon religion. The book of mormon contains the fullness of the gospel of jesus christ. Mormonism has entered the mainstream consciousness. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints fast facts in searching the internet for relevant and interesting facts, i found this at. Apr 22, 2016 scriptures 0 comments the book of mormon is an important canon of scripture for members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints.
Apr 22, 2016 in fact, a close reading demonstrates that the book of mormon is more consistent with this kind of oral composition than with years of careful redaction by the propheteditor mormon. Like the kfd, you guys will over a section from the book of mormon and claim that it teaches trinitarianism, but it doesnt. This is a list of facts that have absolutely no bearing on anyones eternal salvation. He was excommunicated from the church in 1838 and forced to leave the area. The book of mormon contains 337 proper names and 21 gentilics or analogous forms based on proper. Jul 11, 2011 richard anderson investigating the book of mormon witnesses, 1981 admits the third handnature of this account, but still uses it as evidence, attributing its most accurate telling to george q. Feb 26, 2011 the mormon religion is not from god, it is the doctrine of devils.
Apr 22, 2016 5 interesting facts about the book of mormon by lisa m. The book of mormon joseph smith is said to have written all 584 pages of the book of mormon in under three months. During the jesus versus satan debate, mormons believe those who sided with jesus were rewarded with blonde hair and blue eyes, while those who sided with satan are of darker pigment. Mormonism was founded by joseph smith in the mid19th century northeast united states.
Rome wasnt built in a day and nor was the book of mormon. After jesus resurrection lds people believe he visited the peoples of. Jan 30, 2019 far be it from me to determine interesting, but heres cnns take on it. We can see ourselves in their stories, and be inspired to be better and help others like jesus did. The text follows the lives of early american settlers. The book of mormon contains 337 proper names and 21 gentilics or analogous forms based on proper names. With over 143 operating lds temples around the world, there are bound to be some stories and facts you havent heard before. Mar 05, 2015 with over 143 operating lds temples around the world, there are bound to be some stories and facts you havent heard before. Trivial mormon trivia geewhiz facts about the lds church. The book of mormon is a book that latter day saints believe is the word of god along with the bible the original english version of the book of mormon was published in march 1830 by a man named joseph smith, jr.
There are verses in the very first chapter that refer to jesus christ as the savior of the world. The church claims that all of the changes are of grammar and. The book of mormon fun facts page 2 latter day saints. Continue reading to find out a number of interesting facts about what this religion. Faithpromoting material about the book of mormon witnesses like cowdery claims. Cowderys elevated status as second elder and witness to the book of mormon was eventually lost amid accusations of adultery and theft. Joseph smith did not have a formal education, but he was selftaught and taught by family members how to read, write, and do basic mathematics. In march, 2010, the 100 millionth copy of the book of mormon was printed. When joseph smith finished dictating the text of the book of mormon to oliver cowdery, he. When joseph smith finished dictating the text of the book of mormon to oliver cowdery, he instructed cowdery to make a second copy. The book of mormon also tells the reader that after jesus resurrection, he visited america, and other lands to talk to gods children. Included in this count are names that normally would not be called proper, such as nonenglish names of plants, animals, etc.
James the mormon created a video revealing fascinating facts about the book of mormon, many of which we didnt know. The book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ. Book of mormon the musical is coming to eccles theater in salt lake city from august 25. Mar 08, 2018 rome wasnt built in a day and nor was the book of mormon. It follows the stories of two tribes who descended from the family of lehi. While this was a late recollection on cannons part, anderson justifies using it by stating that cannon had a remarkable intellect and a. Apr 21, 2016 james the mormon created a video revealing fascinating facts about the book of mormon, many of which we didnt know. The church claims that all of the changes are of grammar and spelling errors in the original. Mar 17, 2004 mormonism was founded by joseph smith in the mid19th century northeast united states. Later, her fathera law enforcement officer who became the national governments high commissioner to niue moved his family to morrinsville, southeast of auckland. Racism the book of mormon has been criticized for being a deeply racist text. December 23, 1805june 27, 1844 founded the church of jesus christ of latterday saints around 1830.
The book of mormon is a book of lds scripture that takes place during the same time as the bible and takes place on the american continent. Cocreator robert lopez composed the songs in disneys frozen. Page 3 this category is for questions and answers related to the book of mormon, as asked by users of. In fact, a close reading demonstrates that the book of mormon is more consistent with this kind of oral composition than with years of careful redaction by the propheteditor mormon.
Joseph smith was born on december 23, 1805, in sharon, vermont, usa. We arent arguing if the book of mormon is true or not. The book of mormon, as originally published, contained thousands of errors, and later editions had to be changed to correct this, which isnt too convenient for a church trying to claim that god gave the words directly to smith. Book of mormon facts corrections finally, joseph smith asserted that the golden plates were translated by the power of god and produced the most correct of any book on earth. Here are four things you should know about this sacred book. The book of mormon is another witness that jesus christ really lived, that he was and is gods son. Facts on the book of mormon witnesses part 2 mormons.
Throughout the history of the church, people of every race and ethnicity in many countries have been baptized and have lived as faithful members of the church. The original book of mormon manuscript was kept by joseph smith until it was deposited in the cornerstone of the nauvoo house in 1841. A trip to salt lake city and a few creative hiccups later, the book of mormon made its broadway debut in march 2011. The new description, i think, was intended to make this much more of a safe place for more liberal voices to be heard. Im not going to pretend that you dont already know that the book of mormon was created by the same people who created south park and avenue q. Members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints do not drink tea, coffee, alcohol, or smoke tobacco, or take illegal drugs. We point out that it doesnt and regardless of what we say, its still trinitarianism.
I discovered the book of mormon for myself at the age of 21, the most amazing book on earth, the book of books, like a letter from god. A team of editors takes feedback from our visitors to keep trivia as up to date and as accurate as possible. Top 10 bizarre and crazy mormon beliefs just richest. After jesus resurrection lds people believe he visited the peoples of the americas. The book of mormon interesting facts page 3 latter day saints. Page 2 this category is for questions and answers related to the book of mormon, as asked by users of. Trey parker, robert lopez, and matt stone began discussing ideas in 2003. Ten littleknown facts about the book of mormon meridian. Mormonism looks christian and they do mention jesus a little but it is no where near being a christian faith. Our first article in this series covered 20 interesting things about temples, and here we present 16 additional littleknown facts about lds temples. Latter day saints this category is for questions and answers related to the book of mormon, as asked by users of.
It was designed to attract readers with liberal or new order mormon viewpoints. The book of mormon interesting facts page 3 latter day. Apr 02, 2020 official declaration 2, 1978 the book of mormon teaches that all are alike unto god, including black and white, bond and free, male and female 2 nephi 26. The book of mormon manuscripts have their own interesting history. Our revelations say that the book of mormon contains the fullness of gospel. Jacinda ardern, the second of two daughters born to a mormon family, spent her first years in murupara, new zealand, a small town known as a centre of maori gang activity. Smith is a false prophet, therefore his book of mormon, based on what the bible says, must be false. If you have any screwy facts you would like to add to my list, please email me.
Official declaration 2, 1978 the book of mormon teaches that all are alike unto god, including black and white, bond and free, male and female 2 nephi 26. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints fast facts. Here is a sample of the truths you can learn during your study of the book of mormon at seminary, at home, and at church. The men, women, and families in the book of mormon struggled with lifes challenges, just like we do. Smith, the sixth president of the mormon church, went so far as to say that the words were not only correct but every letter was given to smith. For reasons that are not completely clear, smith and cowderys relationship soured. Facts on the book of mormon witnesses part 2 mormons in. Far be it from me to determine interesting, but heres cnns take on it. However, they are still fun to spout off at parties, and it makes you appear smarter than you really are. Only about 500 of the original 5,000 copies have survived. The goal of mormon facts is to shine light on information that has a tendency of being whitewashed within the lds church. Jun 06, 2011 the book of mormon, as originally published, contained thousands of errors, and later editions had to be changed to correct this, which isnt too convenient for a church trying to claim that god gave the words directly to smith.
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