Verse 10 begins, o how great the goodness of our god. The apocryphal acts of jesus a journal of mormon scripture. Some modern lds commentary including the chapter heading provided in the book of mormon for 2 nephi 15. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v3 by robert l. Volume 1 of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v1 written by respected gospel scholars, joseph fielding mcconkie, robert l. The god of heaven has never made covenants with the wicked. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon 4 vols joseph fielding mcconkie doctrinal commentary on.
Lehi in the desertthe world of the jareditesthere were jaredites. The book of mormon is considered by mormons to be scripture and the most correct book of any on earth history of the church, vol. Sale encyclopedia of mormonism 4 volume set 1992 daniel h. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volumes 14 book. In early editions of the doctrine and covenants, gazelam sic is one of the code names used for joseph smith, suggesting that he may have identified himself with gazelem of the book of mormon. Both paradise and hell have an end in the resurrection.
Jesus christ in encyclopedia of mormonism, edited by daniel h. From nonfiction to fiction to a great biography, youll be sure to find the ebook for you. Dividing the material into convenient topical sections, each. Cabinet, was known as a forceful foe of communism and a dedicated disciple of conservatism. It is his purpose that men and women, his children. Jacob through mosiah joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. Book of mormon is that of nephi being commanded to slay laban. Commentary on the book of ether chapters 35 book of. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon 4 vol set ebay. Since one of his designs is to test us, that is to see whether we will believe in him and obey his laws when we no longer dwell in his presence, he has, according to elder bruce r.
Ezra taft benson, the only mormon apostle ever to serve in a u. The words of mormon contains editorial commentary by mormon. Step by step through the book of mormon a collection of cultural commentary. These matters are also the principal subject of the books of 1 jeu and 2. Alma through helaman joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. Finding doctrine and meaning in book of mormon isaiah, religious educator 15, no. He also came to know perhaps by vision of john the baptists specific language cf. Finding doctrine and meaning in book of mormon isaiah. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volume 1 1 nephi to 2 nephi. Before his death, amaleki passed the nephite record to king benjamin, who was the son of mosiah. This suggests that most of us could benefit by some aid to.
First and second nephi and jacob through mosiah, vols. When the savior visits jerusalem, and the jews look upon him, and see the wounds in his hands and in his side and in his feet, they will then know that they have persecuted and put to death the true messiah, and then they will acknowledge him, but not till then. For instance verse 8 begins, o the wisdom of god, his mercy and grace. Amos had foretold that israel would be sifted among all nations amos 9. Institute manuals for institute teachers and students as well as learning experience materials, student readings, and basic doctrines. Maxwell institute for religious scholarship and nibley llc. This book is a handy and extremely useful reference work for students of the book of mormon, particularly those who not only treasure the truthfulness of the record but delight in the way those truths are delivered. Alma 4042 focuses on almas counsel to his wayward son corianton, who had a similar question. This four volume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard work doctrine.
It is not sponsored or endorsed by either the maxwell institute or. Naturally, it is read with varying degrees of comprehension, and many of us need assistance to deepen our understanding. See the one doctrinal mastery elevate learning invite all. Bruce r mcconkie doctrinal new testament commentary vol1 p201 40 life spiritual from rel c 211 at brigham young university. The book of mormon has a number of original and distinctive doctrinal.
Dean garrett, answers historical and doctrinal questions about the doctrine and covenants. The book of mormon likely reflects differences between the nephite textual tradition and the commonly known biblical manuscripts. It is common in our day to hear reference made to the unconditional love of god. Download our free documentation packet mormon doctrine exposed reference chart lds doctrine. Learn more doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. Abinadi interprets isaiah, journal of book of mormon and other.
Nyman states, the scattering and gathering of israel is consistent with the prophets of the bible and book of mormon. Amalekis writing also introduce the jaredites for the first time in the book of mormon, since the people of zarahemla had contact with coriantumr, the last surviving jaredite. The 1981 institute manual on the book of mormon states. Nyman, book of mormon commentary, the record of alma, vol. The lds do not believe in one fixed, inviolate, perfect rendering of a scripture or doctrinal concept. Deseret books large collection of ebooks has books for all members of your family. Mcconkie, ordained the law of witnesses, the law whereby he reveals himself to prophets and righteous men and. According to its first introduction, joseph smith is the author and proprietor. Commentary on the doctrine and covenants, volume 1 sections 140. This first volume of a comprehensive fourvolume series, a commentary on the doctrine and covenants, by stephen e.
The book of mormon family reader select passages and discussion prompts for fiveminute family study. Nibleys commentary on the book of mormon is based on transcriptions from classes taught by hugh nibley, and is published with the permission of the neal a. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, 2 vols. The lord has always utilized witnesses when he has established his word and his power upon the earth. The purposes of the book of mormon and jst translations were not identical. This fourvolume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard work doctrine. Steadfast in ones commitment to the truth, and immovable in ones loyalty to eternal verities, are qualities that nephi exemplified throughout his life.
Seeking the spirit by joseph fielding mcconkie nook book. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to. As the keystone of our religion, in joseph smiths words, the book of mormon is high priority reading. As the keystone of our religion, the book of mormon is highpriority reading. If gazelem is a prophet, contemporary to the early nephites, who was given a urim and thummim, then there must have been two sets of interpreters among. Millet 1987, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Second nephi, the doctrinal structure, edited by monte s. Top, this series focuses on the most significant aspect of the book of mormonthe doctrine. Lehi came to know by revelation that john would quote from isaiah isaiah 40. There has been much discussion concerning its meaning.
Delusions is significant among book of mormon studies because in many ways it set the agenda for most subsequent critiques of the book of mormon e. For the usage of the term, as well as a similar explanation of it, see clement of. Shining gods light on mormon beliefs reference chart exposing the doctrinal errors of the mormon church in parallel form by comparing mormon doctrine against the clear teachings of the bible. The law of witnesses in 2 nephi religious studies center. Naturally, it is read with varying degrees of comprehension, and many of us need. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volumes 14 by.
And it came to pass, one day the book of mormon overtook the bible in lds eyes salt lake tribune feb. Volume 2 of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. Treasures from the book of mormon, vol 4 by skousen, w. Pattern and purpose of the isaiah commentaries in the book of mormon. As one reads 2 nephi 9 one notices the interesting way that jacob approaches each of his subjects. Naturally it is read with varying degrees of understanding. I can see how that can be commentary on two verses took 6 pages. Utah or idaho or some other part of the west answers to gospel questions, comp. Born in raymond, alberta, canada on january 20, 19, dr. Many latterday saints conclude that it refers to a type of lamanites uprising, a rebellion by lamanites identified in this interpretation as a remnant of jacob see 3 nephi 20. Mormons claim that joseph smith translated or transliterated golden plates and that the result of this work was the book of mormon. Words yet to be spoken by the spirit of prophecy are here manifest by that same spirit.
Mcconkie and millet, doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. Book of mormon studies the encyclopedia of mormonism. Mormons have traditionally viewed theology and theologians with suspicion. I gave three stars as volume 4 is only 3 nephi which i wasnt aware of when i. Teachings and doctrine of the book of mormon teacher manual rel 275 teachings and doctrine of the book of mormon. Bruce r mcconkie doctrinal new testament commentary vol1.
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