This entry introduces the book of mormon, with the overview describing its basic nature, contents, and purposes. The book needs a broader title if it is to be descriptive of the content. Book of mormon doctrinal mastery flashcards quizlet. Matthews a series with the title doctrinal commentary 011 the book of mormon carries with it a very heavy responsibility. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v3 by robert l. Book of mormon scripture mastery bingo cards the church offers many great resources to help us pay attention to general conference, but one resource i found myself wishing for was a bingo game, similar to this one, but with scripture mastery verses for seminarians to use throughout conference. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon by robert millet and joseph fielding mcconkie this is a 4 volume set which doesnt go straight through the book of mormon as some other commentaries, but approaches it by topic and then studies the scriptures with prophetic statements about those verses. This is the dilemma facing joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. The series quotes each verse of book of mormon scripture and gives a detailed commentary citing additional scripture and prophetic insight.
Since its first publication in 1830, the book of moron has undergone thousands of changes. Start to finish is a comprehensive, questionandanswer commentary that draws from thousands of the very best insights on the scriptures, including those from general authorities, church magazines and manuals, respected scholarly commentaries, scripture reference books, and other publications. Volume 2 of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. What are some great commentary books on the book of mormon. Apr 24, 2019 open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. Doctrinal mastery book of mormon taboo game lds seminary etsy.
The text gives an account of ancient prophets who lived. May 03, 2014 mcconkie and millets four volume doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon is good, although it is as conservative a series as you might guess a work by a man sporting the names of both joseph fielding smith and bruce r. It is not enough for one to read, study and teach the book of mormon, rather, we must come to live the book of mormon and to abide by its precepts. Top, which is proving to be quite the guy himself with his most recent publications.
This is why critics must at all costs negate the limited geography of the book of mormon. Book of mormon commentaries encyclopedia of mormonism. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volumes 14 by. Mcconkie and millets four volume doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon is good, although it is as conservative a series as you might guess a work by a man sporting the names of both joseph fielding smith and bruce r. Written by respected gospel scholars, joseph fielding mcconkie, robert l.
Out of print table of contents free agency and freedom. The only way critics can make the dna data to be a weapon against the book of mormon is to force a hemispheric interpretation of an empty north and south american continent at the time of arrival of the book of mormon people. It was intended primarily for a latterday saint audience and is often used as a reference book by church members because of its comprehensive nature. But for me, i felt there was an emphasis on the consequences of wickedness a little more than on hope for change. There is a volume that was also contributed and authored by brent l. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets.
Finding doctrine and meaning in book of mormon isaiah. The four,volume set provides a thorough commentary on the verses in the book of mormon. Millet, doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. We are pleased to announce that every chapter of the new testament, book of mormon, doctrine and covenants, and the pearl of great price has complete commentary. One day the account will be closed, a settlement demanded. A volume entitled a book of mormon treasury 1959, taken from the pages of the improvement era, contains thirtysix articles by general authorities and other respected students of the book of mormon on historical, geographical, and doctrinal matters, as well as biblical relationships. Mormons have traditionally viewed theology and theologians with. Book of mormon commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. Hopkin, finding doctrine and meaning in book of mormon isaiah, religious educator 15, no. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon by joseph f.
On one hand, they are adamantine in their conviction that the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Royal skousen, a professor of linguistics at byu and a recognized expert of the textual history of the book of mormon, has identified 5,280 variations in all editions of the book of mormon. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v1 written by respected gospel scholars, joseph fielding mcconkie, robert l. Volume 1 of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. The christian bible, the book of mormon, the doctrine and covenants and the pearl of great price. It is not sponsored or endorsed by either the maxwell institute or. The commentary is insightful and we learned many new and interesting thingspoints about most every section. The nook book ebook of the doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. December 23, 1805 june 27, 1844 was an american religious leader and founder of mormonism and the latter day saint movement.
Millet as they undertake their doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. I learned some new things and gained some valuable insights. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to. Events of the earliest, by jareds group, are recounted at considerable length but with little nautical information in ether 2. It is not sponsored or endorsed by either the maxwell institute or brigham young university, and. Of course it could hardly be entitled elucidations upon a series of related theological themes selected as major religiophilosophical contributions of the pearl of great price, with. Ye shall be called the children of christ book of mormon. Do latterday saints believe that the scriptural terms church of the devil, the great and abominable church, and the whore of all the earth refer to a. Teachings and doctrine of the book of mormon teacher manual. This commentary goes almost verse by verse and only covers 1 and 2 nephi of the book of mormon. Doctrinal commentary on the pearl of great price byu studies. As coauthor robert millet explains, though the story of the book of mormon, the narrative, is true and. Dec 02, 2016 this is a four volume commentary on the book of mormon, by two of the most respectful scholars in the lds community today. This fourvolume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard work doctrine.
The words of mormon contains editorial commentary by mormon. The authors offer nothing new to the study of the book of mormon. Book of mormon doctrinal mastery allonone page pdf. Top, joseph fielding mcconkie, robert millet, book of mormon, scriptural commentaries, 3 stars. The book of mormon has a number of original and distinctive doctrinal. Top, this series focuses on the most significant aspect of the book of mormon the doctrine.
They cite chiasmus in the doctrine and covenants which was not translated from an ancient text as evidence. Mormons believe that the book of mormon confirms information found in the holy bible. However casually we may view it now, when that day comes and the foreclosure is imminent, we will look around in restless agony for someone, anyone, to help us. Mcconkie, doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, 1. The lord warns nephi to depart into the wilderness. The complete series kindle edition by millet, robert l. Millet, doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, 4 vols. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v1 by joseph. When he was 24, smith published the book of mormon. Book 3 of 4 in the doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon series.
Possibly the most useful item in all our doctrinal mastery helps, this all on one page contains all 25 book of mormon doctrinal mastery passages, references, and key phrases in one place. Top, doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. While trying to keep the website up to date with recent conference material, we are also trying to finish a complete commentary on every old testament. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v4 by robert l. The authors are very knowledgeable and reliable in the things they share. Mormons have traditionally viewed theology and theologians with suspicion. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon 4 volume set by joseph fielding mcconkie set. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon.
Overview old testament new testament book of mormon doctrine and covenants and church history doctrinal mastery materials teacher training seminary learning assessments materials planning archived seminary manuals. Alma through helaman 5 out of 5 stars 1 product rating 1 product ratings doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. A guide to seminary and institute graduation exercises. When it is realized how despotic the european kings were at this period the time associated with the discovery and settlement of america, it is easily understood that the colonists did indeed flee from captivity and oppression. Naturally, it is read with varying degrees of comprehension, and many of us need assistance to deepen our understanding. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon 4 volume, brent l.
Book of mormon charts charting the book of mormon is a collection of more than 175 visual aids that promote deeper understanding and appreciation of the book of mormon. Mormon doctrine originally subtitled a compendium of the gospel is an encyclopedic work written in 1958 by bruce r. Designed for multiple use as study guides, handouts, and masters for creating projectable images, the charts convey a wealth of information that will enrich personal study and. Romney for me there could be no more impelling reason for reading the book of mormon than this statement of. This is a page that can be printed again and again and be used with activities, studying, discussion, etc. Book of commandments, church history topics book of commandments in the first few years of the church, the only access most members had to the lords revelations to joseph smith was through handwritten copies on loose sheets that circulated among the latterday saints. Gospel doctrine teachers manual 1999, 7174 purpose to encourage class members to seek and maintain the mighty change of heart that comes through exercising faith in jesus christ. Book of mormon study aids study companions to the scriptures. The three crossings of the ocean to the new world reported in the book of mormon are treated in differing degrees of detail.
Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. As coauthor robert millet explains, though the story of the book of mormon, the narrative, is true and inspiring, the power of the book of mormon lies in its doctrine and in its precepts. Maxwell institute for religious scholarship and nibley llc. A compendium of the gospel, which he described as the first major attempt to digest, explain, and analyze all of the important doctrines of the kingdom and the first extensive compendium of the whole gospelthe first attempt to publish an encyclopedic. In 1958, mcconkie, then a member of the first council of the seventy of the lds church, published a book entitled mormon doctrine.
Best of book of mormon commentary list scripture notes. 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. It is claimed that the book of mormon teaches that all mainstream christians fall into the world system know as the devils church or satans kingdom. As the keystone of our religion, the book of mormon is highpriority reading. Doctrinal mastery book of mormon flashcards quizlet. Book of mormon central archive joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l.
Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon is a series of statements, either about phrases or about topics suggested by some of the language in the book of mormon. Each poster contains an illustration, the key phrase, scripture reference. Teachings and doctrine of the book of mormon student readings. Mcconkie, a general authority of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon 1987 edition. By the time of his death, 14 years later, he had attracted tens of thousands of followers and founded a religion that continues to the present with millions of global adherents. Part of the large plates of nephi, the books of mosiah and alma contain many chapters rich in doctrinal significance. This work focuses on the most significant aspect of that book. My husband and i read from it each night while studying the book of mormon. Alma through helaman paperback july 30, 2007 by joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. As a focus for gospel study, no book can begin to take the place of the book of mormon. First and second nephi and jacob through mosiah, vols. The depreciating claims of jerald and sandra tanner in covering up the black hole in the book of mormon salt lake city.
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