To read the article, go here: https://scripturecentral.org/archive/books/book-chapter/the-sermonatthetempleThis article presents a fresh perspective on Jesus' Sermon on the Mount by exploring its parallels in the Book of Mormon, specifically in 3 Nephi 11-18, which it calls the "Sermon at the Temple." It suggests that the Sermon is best understood …

To read this chapter, go here: https://scripturecentral.org/archive/books/book-chapter/thieves-androbbersIn ancient Near Eastern law, there was a big difference between a thief and a robber: thieves were locals dealt with by the courts, while robbers were dangerous outsiders handled militarily, often executed on the spot. This distinction is key in…

To read this chapter, go here: https://scripturecentral.org/archive/books/book-chapter/thus-saiththelordpropheticlanguageinsamuelsspeech Samuel the Lamanite's speeches are packed with powerful prophetic language, giving us a glimpse into how ancient prophets communicated divine warnings. In Helaman 13–15, he uses six key speech forms to declare God…

To read the chapter, go here: https://scripturecentral.org/archive/books/book-chapter/the-case-of-an-unobserved-murder In The Case of an Unobserved Murder, John W. Welch uncovers a fascinating legal drama from Helaman 7-9. When Nephi prophesied that Seantum had killed his brother, he not only revealed the crime but predicted the very evidence that …

To read the chapter, go here: https://scripturecentral.org/archive/books/book-chapter/purpose-war-chapters-book-mormonThe "war chapters" in the Book of Mormon, particularly in the book of Alma, are less about military conflict and more about spiritual warfare and deliverance. They highlight how faith in God and righteousness lead to divine protecti…

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This is the third in a three-part series focusing on Orson Pratt's remarkable missionary tract "An Interesting Account of Several Remarkable Visions" published in 1840. This tract included one of the first publications of the First Vision, and later influenced other documents such as the Wentworth Letter.We are joined in this series by guest Dr. St…

This is the second in a three-part series focusing on Orson Pratt's remarkable missionary tract "An Interesting Account of Several Remarkable Visions" published in 1840. This tract included one of the first publications of the First Vision, and later influenced other documents such as the Wentworth Letter.We are joined in this series by guest Dr. S…

This is the first in a three-part series focusing on Orson Pratt's remarkable missionary tract "An Interesting Account of Several Remarkable Visions" published in 1840. This tract included one of the first publications of the First Vision, and later influenced other documents such as the Wentworth Letter. We are joined in this series by guest Dr. S…

Concluding our series, this is Part 5 of 5 of "The Gospel to the Lamanites" by President Rey L. Pratt. In 1913, Pratt was President of the Mexican Mission during the publication of these articles in the Improvement Era.For a full text of this article, visit the Book of Mormon Central:https://archive.bookofmormoncentral.org/content/gospel-lamanites-…

Continuing in our series from last week, this is Part 4 of 5 of "The Gospel to the Lamanites" by President Rey L. Pratt. In 1913, Pratt was President of the Mexican Mission during the publication of these articles in the Improvement Era.For a full text of this article, visit the Book of Mormon Central Archives:https://archive.bookofmormoncentral.or…

A continuation from our previous episode, this is Part 3 of 5 of "The Gospel to the Lamanites" by President Rey L. Pratt. In 1913, Pratt was President of the Mexican Mission during the publication of these articles in the Improvement Era.For a full text of this article, visit the Book of Mormon Central Archives:https://archive.bookofmormoncentral.o…

A continuation from last week's episode, this is Part 2 of 5 of "The Gospel to the Lamanites" by President Rey L. Pratt. In 1913, Pratt was President of the Mexican Mission during the publication of these articles in the Improvement Era. For the full text of this episode, please visit the Book of Mormon Central Archives: https://archive.bookofmormo…

The first in a five-part series of articles published in the Improvement Era in 1913 by President Rey L. Pratt, the President of the Mexican Mission. Remembered by many as the "Father of the Mexican Mission", for his lengthy missionary service in Latin America and other Spanish-speaking areas, he speaks of the history of the natives - whom he refer…

"'Secret Combinations' Revisited" by Daniel C. Peterson is a short article that appeared in the first issue of the Journal of Book of Mormon Studies. This article revisited an early criticism of the Book of Mormon, that the use of the term "secret combinations" and some derivatives were a thinly veiled attack on Masonry in the early 19th century. D…

This episode features a short essay on the origins of the name "Nephi" in the Book of Mormon. Part of this scholarship is to show the deep connections that support the historical claims about the Book of Mormon. Written by John Gee, and narrated by Stephen Smoot.Read the article here: https://archive.bookofmormoncentral.org/node/233…

"Winds and Currents: A Look at Nephi's Ocean Crossing", is a book chapter from Reexploring the Book of Mormon by John L. Sorenson. Based on previous published work by Sorenson, this chapter presents plausible data about the potential routes and stops which Nephi, Lehi and their family may have taken while on thier transoceanic voyage from Arabia to…

Part 2 of the previous episode: In this paper from the Journal of Book of Mormon Studies, Latter-day Saint scholar Daniel C. Peterson explores research on the presence of Asherah, the divine consort of El (God), in both Israelite and Canaanite religious traditions from 1000-500 B.C.After addressing this history, Peterson applies this context to Nep…

In this paper from the Journal of Book of Mormon Studies, Latter-day Saint scholar Daniel C. Peterson explores research on the presence of Asherah, the divine consort of El (God), in both Israelite and Canaanite religious traditions from 1000-500 B.C. After addressing this history, Peterson applies this context to Nephi's vision of the Tree of Life…

George Q. Cannon, editor of the Juvenile Instructor, wrote an editorial concerning the treatment of Native Americans by gold prospectors, senators, and the government at large. In his comments, he views this treatment as a fulfillment of Book of Mormon prophecy, but also as counsel on how the Saints needed to be more Christlike in their behavior to…

This article from the Children's Section of the Juvenile Instructor appears with a short introduction, sharing that these short testimonies were given after a theology class taken at the "Latter-day Saint University." These testimonies highlight the way that young adults viewed the Book of Mormon as part of their studies. They also serve to remind …

Tad R. Callister is author of the book “A Case For The Book of Mormon. Tad Callister received a bachelor of science degree in accounting from Brigham Young University, a Juris Doctorate degree from the University of California–Los Angeles, and a master’s degree in tax law from New York University Law School. He spent most of his professional career…

George Q. Cannon, then editor of the Juvenile Instructor, wrote this opinion piece in March of 1876. This article discusses the prophecy relating to the righteousness of God's people with respect to the Land of Promise now called The Americas.https://archive.bookofmormoncentral.org/content/editorial-thoughts-10…

In 1841, in Doctrine and Covenants 124, the Prophet Joseph Smith was commanded to write and distribute a proclamation about the coming forth of the Restored Gospel and distribute it to the leaders and peoples of the world.Four years later, in 1845, following the deaths of the prophet Joseph and his brother Hyrum, Elder Parley Pratt composed this pr…

In 1841, in Doctrine and Covenants 124, the Prophet Joseph Smith was commanded to write and distribute a proclamation about the coming forth of the Restored Gospel and distribute it to the leaders and peoples of the world. Four years later, in 1845, following the deaths of the prophet Joseph and his brother Hyrum, Elder Parley Pratt composed this p…

"Questions and Answers - Were All the Unsealed Records of the Book of Mormon Translated?" was an article written by Elder Matthias F. Cowley in the March 1902 Improvement Era. He wrote to answer a question regarding the translation of the Book of Mormon, and discussed the Anthon Transcript and other aspects of the history of the Gold Plates. For th…

In a lecture presented at several universities throughout the United States, Dr. James E. Talmage spoke on early Latter-day Saint history. In this second part, he focused on the critical reception that the Book of Mormon received, and dismantles one popular theory of its origin. He mentions early Latter-day Saint missions to the "Lamanites" and the…

In a lecture presented at several universities throughout the United States, Dr. James E. Talmage spoke on early Latter-day Saint history. In this first part, he focused on the young Joseph Smith and the First Vision, as well as a basic overview of the Book of Mormon and its ancient origins. Find the full text here: https://archive.bookofmormoncent…

The article "He Shall Perish" was written by Elder George Reynolds and published in the Improvement Era. In it, Elder Reynolds discusses a proposed connection to the dismal fate of European powers that sought to establish a kingdom in the American Continents.For the full text of this article, click here: https://archive.bookofmormoncentral.org/cont…

This week we feature an article from the August 1882 Juvenile Instructor by George Reynolds. This article introduces the absurdity of the notion that Joseph Smith plagiarized the Book of Mormon from Solomon Spaulding's manuscript. https://archive.bookofmormoncentral.org/content/internal-evidences-book-mormon-showing-absurdity-spaulding-story…

"Book of Mormon and Napoleon III" is an article written by George C. Fergusun, originally printed in October 1880 in the Latter-day Saints' Millennial Star. Nick and Jared discuss the historical context for this article as well as provide a reading of the article. The text of this article can be found in the Book of Mormon Central Archive.https://a…

Jared and Nick discuss and provide a reading of the late LeGrand L. Baker's 2007 book, "Joseph and Moroni: The 7 Principles Moroni Taught Joseph Smith".This episode discusses the conclusion and some of our thoughts on the book, as well as Nick's tribute to the late LeGrand L. Baker, who passed away on August 2nd, 2018.For the text of Joseph and Mor…

Jared and Nick discuss and provide a reading of the late LeGrand L. Baker's 2007 book, "Joseph and Moroni: The 7 Principles Moroni Taught Joseph Smith".This episode discusses the Seventh Principle of the book, "The Lord Provides Whatever Help He Understands We Need," as well as some broader ideas to be considered as we continue through the book.For…

Jared and Nick discuss and provide a reading of the late LeGrand L. Baker's 2007 book, "Joseph and Moroni: The 7 Principles Moroni Taught Joseph Smith".This episode discusses the Sixth Principle of the book, "The Lord Has Already Planned for His Children's Success," as well as some broader ideas to be considered as we continue through the book.For …

Jared and Nick discuss and provide a reading of the late LeGrand L. Baker's 2007 book, "Joseph and Moroni: The 7 Principles Moroni Taught Joseph Smith".This episode discusses the Fifth Principle of the book, "Friendships, However Important, are Not as Important as Keeping God's Commandments," as well as some broader ideas to be considered as we con…

Jared and Nick discuss and provide a reading of the late LeGrand L. Baker's 2007 book, "Joseph and Moroni: The 7 Principles Moroni Taught Joseph Smith".This episode discusses the Fourth Principle of the book, "Sometimes Prophets Must Make Their Own Decisions," as well as some broader ideas to be considered as we continue through the book.For the Fo…

Jared and Nick discuss and provide a reading of the late LeGrand L. Baker's 2007 book, "Joseph and Moroni: The 7 Principles Moroni Taught Joseph".This episode discusses the Third Principle of the book, "Integrity is Keeping One's Covenants with God", as well as some broader ideas to be considered as we continue through the book.For the Third Princi…

Jared and Nick discuss and provide a reading of the late LeGrand L. Baker's 2007 book, "Joseph and Moroni: The 7 Principles Moroni Taught Joseph".This episode discusses the Second Principle of the book, "One Must Learn How to Recognize the Feeling That Identifies the Holy Ghost", as well as some broader ideas to be considered as continue through th…

Jared and Nick discuss and provide a reading of the more recent book, "Joseph and Moroni: The 7 Principles Moroni Taught Joseph" by the late LeGrand L. Baker. This first episode discusses the Introduction and "First Principle" of the book, as well as some broader ideas to be considered as we go through this text.For the First Principle of the book,…

"Angels Announce the Coming of Christ" is a chapter in the book entitled, The "Most Correct Book: Insights from a Book of Mormon Scholar" by John A. Tvedtnes. Originally published in 1999, John gave permission to BMC to place this entire book and many of his other publications in the Book of Mormon Central Archive following Tvedtnes' death earlier …

Originally published as a chapter in the book, "Reexploring the Book of Mormon" by Robert F. Smith and edited by John W. Welch, this chapter is a great way to mix our love of the Book of Mormon and Christmas.Original article found here: https://archive.bookofmormoncentral.org/node/195Door Book of Mormon Central

The final part in a 3-part Miniseries from the Editor's Table of the Improvement Era, this time from the June 1904 issue. This article from President Joseph F. Smith reflects on the death of his friend; early pioneer and prominent politician James Sharp. He discusses the Savior's resurrection in the New Testament, as well as the teachings of the Bo…

Part 2 in a 3-part Miniseries from the Editor's Table of the Improvement Era, this time from the December 1901 issue. This article from President Joseph F. Smith answers the question of a young missionary "who was troubled upon" the subject of redemption beyond the grave after reading certain passages in the Book of Mormon and "ask[ed] to have the …

Part 1 in a 3-part Miniseries from the Editor's Table of the Improvement Era. This article is counsel from the then-Prophet, President Joseph F. Smith, to the youth of the Church in his day. It is just as relevant in June 1906 as it is today.For the text of this article, visit the Book of Mormon Central Archives here: https://archive.bookofmormonce…

In the April 1929 General Conference, Elder James Talmage spoke on the controversial topics of Book of Mormon Geography, and the authorship of the book of Isaiah. This track includes a full audio version of the General Conference talk, as well as commentary by Jared Riddick and Nick Galieti.For the full text of the talk in the Book of Mormon Centra…

This is the final episode in our miniseries on "A Nephite's Commandments to His Three Sons" by B.H. Roberts. These four articles appeared in the Improvement Era in 1900. To read the full text of this article, visit this link: https://archive.bookofmormoncentral.org/content/nephites-commandments-his-sons-iii-corianton-ii-concluded…

Part 3 in our 4-Part Mini-Series on "A Nephite's Commandments to His Three Sons" By B.H. Roberts. Jared Riddick and Nick Galieti discuss the third in this series of articles originally published in 1900 in the Improvement Era. Corianton was considered the wicked of the three sons, or and required counsel to help him repent of his past mistakes.Full…

A Nephite's Commandments to His Three Sons - II. Shiblon"This episode features commentary by B.H. Roberts on Alma 38. Jared and Nick offer their own commentary on this series of articles originally published in 1900 in the Improvement Era. Audio version read by Nick Galieti.For the full text of the article click here: https://archive.bookofmormonce…