A people the nephites will speak as a voice from the dustdarkness and apostasy will cover the earth in the last days, a restoration of the gospel and coming forth of a sealed book the book of mormon are foretoldthree witnesses will testify of the bookthe learned man will say he cannot read the sealed bookthe lord will do a marvelous. Mar 30, 2016 the book of mormon is full of mysteries, meaning things i dont understand. As the church has said, the manual has been prepared as the primary source of lesson material. Friend january 2020 the precious book of mormon president nelson compares the book of mormon to treasure and encourages us to read it. Lds, lds church, lds church, the lds church, latterday saints, church of jesus christ, church of jesus christ, published by lds church, church of latter day saints, church of the latter day saints. Testimony of three witnesses, late june 1829, page 589. Book of mormon fhe lesson the lord labors with us lds. Full text of book of mormon and zions religioliterary society.
The eight witnesses of the book of mormon lds blogs. See the testimony of three witnesses and the testimony of eight witnesses in the introductory material of the book of mormon. As we read, ponder, and pray about the book of mormon, the holy ghost will witness that it is true, that jesus is the christ, that joseph smith was a prophet of god, and that the church of jesus christ of latterday saints is the lords kingdom on earth. But there are three other witnesses, standing, as it were, just inside the threshold of this. Religious studies center, brigham young university, 1982. Repentance is necessary for earthly happiness and eternal life. I am not suggesting that the real author of the book of mormon actually used these modern place names, or that he was even consciously aware of them. The eight witnesses were one of the two groups of witnesses who made statements stating that they had seen the golden plates which joseph smith, jr.
The most significant witnesses are the three witnesses and the eight witnesses, all of whom allowed their names to be used on two separate statements included with the book of mormon. In this book of mormon lesson, youll learn about how the lord both includes us and supports us in. And, though i was an active participant in the scenes that transpired, and was present during the translation of the plates, and had cognizance of things as they transpired, it is marvelous to me, a marvel and. The prophet nephi foresaw that the gold plates of the book of mormon would be hid from the eyes of the world and that the eyes of none shall behold it save it be that three witnesses shall behold it, by the power of god and none other shall view it, save it be a few according to the will of god 2 nephi 27. Introductory lesson the book of mormon the red headed. Im writing anonymously as to not effect my relationship with my witness family. Religion 324 325 1981, 78 lesson 4, doctrine and covenants instructors guide, 78. But in doing so, i found some pretty awesome scriptures that i absolutely love. This article was written primarily about those readers who believe that all new world events recorded in the book of mormon took place in the continental united states, mostly in the territory from the great lakes on the north to the gulf of. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints librarything. Same order, same priesthood, same ordinances, gifts, powers, and blessings. It also says that it can get to be everlastingly too late. For many early church members, the book of mormon was a key factor in their conversion, and through the inspired teachings of modern prophets, it now plays an unprecedented role in missionary work through the world. Joseph smith could neither write nor dictate a coherent and wellworded letter.
The book of mormon was principally inscribed by mormon and moroni. Explaining away the book of mormon witnesses fairmormon. Book of mormon, 1830, page 94 the joseph smith papers. The testimony of the especial witnesses to the book of mormon. The book of mormon speaks of a time when one must repent or he cannot be saved see alma 5. Sections 5, 17, doctrine and covenants instructor s guide. He promises that changes and miracles will occur in our lives if we do. No matter your story, you are invited to come unto christ.
Whether your response is yes or no, explain your thoughts after reading it. Book of mormon, 1830, page 128 the joseph smith papers. We often talk in the church about the testimony of the three witnesses and the testimony of the eight witnesses with regards to the book of mormon. Early witnesses of the resurrected christ there were thousands. Book of mormon lesson schedule latterday gospel source. In what ways can you be a witness of the book of mormon. Smith said, the book of mormon is a book of scripture that was translated by the gift and power of god, for the voice of god declared to the three witnesses that it had been translated by the gift and power of god and that it was true. Jun 12, 2018 the book of the prophet isaiah chapter 29. Fourth nephi then records the natural consequences of righteousness, as they did walk after the commandments which they had received from their lord and their god, and there was no contention in the land, because of the love of god which did dwell in the hearts of the people 4 nephi 1.
Isaiah 29 2 nephi 25, 26, 27 a marvelous work and a wonder. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints author of the book of mormon. And thats somewhat true with the book of mormon but we dont have the testimony of the witnesses which was at the end of the book of mormon and is at the end of the printers manuscript. One of those mysteries is why what seems to me to be the deepest, most doctrinally profound chapter in the book of mormon, alma, was given as a sermon to the degenerate people of ammonihah. Get the full lesson witnesses of the book of mormon from the teachings of joseph fielding smith at. Just as the arch crumbles if the keystone is removed, so does all the church stand or fall with the truthfulness of the book of mormon. Studying the scripturesoverview of the book of mormon. Book of mormon seminary teacher manual book of mormon seminary teacher manual published by the church of jesus christ of latterday saints salt lake city, utah comments and corrections are appreciated. While the dynamics of such a population growth seems astronomical, it has been dealt with. I know that the book of mormon is true and is a divinely inspired record. Why were three key witnesses chosen to testify of the book of. Testify whenever the spirit prompts you to do so, not just at the end of each lesson. In the course of the work of translation, we ascertained.
This content includes over 500 videos which are featured on our youtube channel and included in our scripture app called. Jun 16, 2012 ask a mormon lesbian ask a mormon lesbian podcast book of mormon ces charity dr. But it does appear all throughout the book of mormon. Layering, birds eye view, insert, likening layer 1. Learn how to come unto christ by studying the book of mormon in this weeks lesson.
I was disfellowshipped, reinstated, and have since faded no longer actively involved. As jacob shares the allegory of the olive trees, we learn about the lords great work. Yet, within 1,000 years, grew to a civilization of hundreds of thousands of people. The jewish law required witnesses, at least two and preferably three. We can all experience more joy in our individual lives when we turn to him who loves us most. The depth of the concepts in the book of mormon are a constant source of inspiration, if we will but contemplate.
He said, i started to read the book of mormon before i was old enough to be a. Ten testimonies of jesus christ from the book of mormon. Title page, introduction, and testimonies of the three and eight witnesses latterdayvillage. Title page, introduction, and testimonies of the three and eight witnesses latterdayvillage more information book of mormon lesson 1 powerpoint. December 30 january 5 introductory pages of the book of mormon this printable kit for all ages will help you study and teach the introductory pages to the book of mormon. The application of the law of witnesses in 2 nephi 27 and 28, hales swift. Title page of the book of mormon come follow me lesson dec 30 jan 5 duration. The book of mormon will speak for itself faith matters. Fortunately, book of mormon central has produced a massive amount of content that can help individuals dive deeper into the book of mormon. Helaman 612 2, 3, 5, 8, 12 these numbers follow a particular sequence. In addition, this second witness also clarifies what salvation means. The following is a brief summary of those who saw him. Religious studies center, brigham young university, 2003, 31642. The come follow me curriculum for this year is covering the book of mormon.
Six written descriptions of mormon as described in the attention activity. Modern mormon spin doctors write all kinds of articles claiming that the witnesses may have denied the mormon church but they never the book of mormon. Title page, introduction, and testimonies of the three and. The three main witnesses in the small plates 1 nephi through omni are nephi, jacob, and isaiah. The critics have been quick to condemn the book of mormon because of this fact. Introduction and witnesses of the book of mormon come. Title page of the book of mormon,the testimony of three witnesses, the testimony of eight witnesses, mormon 67. This weeks featured book of mormon lesson and lesson schedule. Book of mormonwitnessesother book of mormon witnesses. Jacobs recital of the allegory of the olive tree is by far the longest and probably most complex chapter in the book of mormon. You can compare these three to the three witnesses of the book of mormon oliver cowdery, david whitmer, and martin harris. Strang of the tribe of judah, and make them one stick, and they shall be one in mine hand.
This one starts off with mormon god bragging about all the people he just burned, drowned, buried alive, etc. The three witnesses is the collective name for three men connected with the early latter day saint movement who stated that an angel had shown them the golden plates from which joseph smith, jr. Come, follow me for individuals and families the church of. Some mormons will agree that all three witnesses denied the book of mormon but came back to deny their denial. After students respond, write the following truth on the board. This reading comprises chapters 1224 of second nephi. The book of mormon is the sacred history of the ancient inhab itants of the american continent, and contains the predictions of their prophets, the commandments of the lord to them, and the history and destiny of those ancient peoples. Sometimes, when lifes journey becomes difficult, it is comforting to understand that god knows all things and has prepared a plan to save us. Suggested book of mormon doctrinal mastery pacing guide. I get a little pissed well, maybe a little more than a little and i let god know how i feel about him and his murderous rampage.
Obey the commandments and live more like the savior. Title page, introduction, and testimonies of three and eight witnesses. December 30january 5 another testament of jesus christ title page of the book of mormon. Many critics of the book of mormon witnesses say that the witnesses of the book of mormon denied their written testimonies in statements to different people over the years. Lds primary lesson helps, come follow me, golden plates, joseph smith mask, another testament of jesus christ, book of mormon stories come follow mefor primary page 1 hold up a copy of the book of mormon, and point out the subtitle, another testament of jesus christ. Gospel insights from general authorities and religious educators, provo, ut. The book of mormon stands as an additional, convincing witness that jesus christ is the savior of the world, manifesting himself unto all nations title page of the book of mormon and offering salvation to all who come unto him. This is in many respects parallel to something he has done earlier in which. Nephi prophesied that after the book of mormon would come forth unto the gentiles, there would be many who would believe the words which are written. Taylor halverson and tyler griffin talk about the introduction to the book of mormon and the witnesses. The book of mormon witnesses are a group of contemporaries of joseph smith who claimed to have seen the golden plates from which smith translated the book of mormon. Amulek boldly testified of gods plan of redemption alma 12. What will be the next three numbers of the sequence. Select the discussion questions and enrichment activities that will involve the children and best help them achieve the purpose of the lesson.
Nov 04, 20 i recently decided to go through the entire book of mormon, and in green, i highlighted all of the scriptures that made me glad. This animated childrens video illustrates how the book of mormon is a second witness of jesus christ and how it works together with the bible to establish a more complete record. The people most involved in the beginning days of the church have now moved to fayette, n. Doctrinal subjects which have become commonplace conversation among the latterday saints are. In the book of mormon there is a pattern that is almost as predictable as this sequence. The author, richard lloyd anderson, gives many historical details about the statements of such critics and the sources and background of their statements. The application of the law of witnesses in 2 nephi 27 and. The lessons for the year were from the book of mormon which inspired me to create this blog. This concept was explained long ago when a prophet wrote that the book of mormon was written for the intent that ye may believe the bible.
A seer becometh a great benefit to his fellow beings, mosiah 711 sunday school posted by joespencer on april 23, 2012 lets say that this lesson serves as a kind of bridge between benjamin and abinadi. To help students appreciate that the book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ, invite them to turn to the index and scan all the headings associated with jesus christ. Learn a study skill and decide how to use it to better understand the scriptures learn from and teach others gospel principles found in the book of mormon through a selected directed study activity. Of the 478 verses in the book of mormon quoted from the book of isaiah, 201 agree with the king james reading while 207 show variations.
As students prayerfully study the book of mormon, they will gain a greater testimony of the gospel of jesus christ and of the restoration of his church in the latter. To be honest, the majority of my most favorites turned out to all be pretty common. The three witnesses of the book of mormon compilation retouching. Reading the book of mormon benefits and blessings of reading the book of mormon. Pouring their hearts out to god for deliverance from the lash of slavery, almas people were not instantly delivered from bondage. Book of mormon lesson 3344 archives teaching children. Prayerfully study the historical accounts given in this.
Book of mormon witnesses all later denied its truthfulness. Mormon saw that the day of grace was passed for his people. The title page teaches that the book of mormon is a witness that jesus is the christ. A video supplement for come, follow me book of mormon lesson 9. Come follow me lesson videos book of mormon central. The king james bible and the book of mormon its obvious even to the casual reader that the book of mormon, in its original 1830 translation, is written in the language of the king james version bible hereafter kjv. The community of christ, formerly known as the reorganized church of jesus christ of latter day saints, views the book of mormon as an additional witness of.
One purpose of the book of mormon is to persuade all people to come unto jesus christ and be saved. The book of ether exposes the terrible end of a people persisting in wickedness. At that time, oliver cowdery, david whitmer, and martin harris each expressed a desire to be these special witnesses. The keystone of our religion, from charting the book of mormon just as a keystone holds an arch in place, knowing that the book of mormon is true holds together the edifice of faith built on the sturdy foundation of apostles, prophets, and the lord jesus christ. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. We call them the three witnesses to the book of mormon. The book of mormon is an important part of developing a testimony. Westsea bountiful, desolation, the line between them, and the west sea, joe v. What does it mean to take upon us the name of the son. A marvelous work and a wonder 2 nephi 2630 transcript in 2 nephi 27, nephi describes the witnesses who will testify of the book of mormon. Lehis vision that accompanies this lesson and invite fam. The witnesses were people who stood to gain from the success of the book of mormon. In studying the history of joseph smith and the the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, referred to as the mormons, we emphasize joseph smiths own testimony of the book of mormon, that book of additional scripture that is another testament of jesus christ. The word plan never appears in the old or new testament.
What role does the book of mormon play in missionary work. To most readers who believe in the historicity of the book of mormon, the book is a real account about real people who lived somewhere in the new world. Book of mormon archives teaching children the gospel. None of this meant that joseph smith was infallible or even that the book of mormon was infallible. This blog contains my lesson notes and links to scriptures and the lesson manual. To the inside front cover are affixed four clippings of descriptions of different versions of first edition copies of the book of mormon and of an 1854 edition of the doctrine and covenants, along with a clipping describing the origin of the text of the book of mormon and a bookplate of the shepard book company of salt lake city, utah. So in the original we dont have any signed testimony of the witnesses of the book of mormon. The book of mormon is a sacred record that contains the everlasting gospel and bears witness of jesus christ. To help the children desire to be witnesses of the truthfulness of the book of mormon. Items do not represent the official views of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints or of book of mormon central. Sep 04, 2015 such was the case for almas people as recorded in the book of mormon, another testament of jesus christ. Some 58 are paraphrased and 11 others are variants andor paraphrases.
Explain that while joseph smith was translating the book of mormon, he learned that the lord would appoint others to be witnesses of the ancient record see 2 nephi 27. Book of mormon reading chart d teaching lds children. The book of mormon witnesses are a group of contemporaries of joseph smith who claimed to have seen the golden plates from which smith translated the. The book of mormon is a witness of the resurrection of jesus christ easter the book of mormon is a witness of the resurrection of jesus christ easter to teach the children that the book of mormon is another scriptural witness of the resurrection of jesus christ. Before the first edition of the book of mormon was published, joseph smith was authorized to allow others to view the gold plates who would write written testimonies of their authenticity to be included in the opening pages of the book. Latterday gospel source making precious things plain. Bibliographic citation lesson 41 the testimony of three witnesses in deseret sunday school union leaflets. An earlier group of witnesses who claimed to have seen the plates were called the three witnesses. The book of mormon narrative begins with a small group of people who arrived in the americas around 600 b. The title page the introduction the testimonies of the three and eight witnesses the testimony of the prophet joseph smith with this kit you andor your children will learn all about the purpose and power. The application of the law of witnesses in 2 nephi 27 and 28 the. But the miracle of its existence remains the keystone of our religion even today. My soul delighteth in the words of isaiah 2 nephi 1125 in this lesson, we will delve further into the book of isaiah.
He said, i started to read the book of mormon before i was old enough to be a deacon, and i have been. As mentioned previously, this was extremely important to nephi. Book of mormon seminary teacher manual the church of jesus. These 11 witnesses included five sons of mary whitmer, one soninlaw. In fact, the book itself apologizes for the deficiencies of the people writing it. Ten testimonies of jesus christ from the book of mormon john w. Why we need the bible and the book of mormon family home. Explore the chapter and symbols with me in this lesson aid, as well as jacobs experience with the first major antichrist among the nephites.
Lesson 23, more than one witness, alma 812 meridian magazine. The remnant church of jesus christ of latter day saints. I list them primarily to show that any similarities between book of mormon names and egyptian or hebrew names unknown to joseph smith which may be cited as evidence of the book of mormon are rather meaningless. If you have ever wondered what the book of mormon is about, or are just looking for a quick lesson on a certain topic, i believe youll find this blog very helpful. The hopewell culture in the great lakes area and the book. Come, follow me book of mormon lesson 9 2 nephi 2630 labor diligently to write. Why were three key witnesses chosen to testify of the book. Behold, i will take the stick of joseph book of mormon, which is in the hand of ephraim joseph smith, and the tribes of israel his fellows, and will put them with him, even with the stick of judah book of the law of the lord translated by james j. Lesson 41 the testimony of three witnesses book of.