The church of jesus christ of latterday saints fast facts cnn. The facts on the mormon church the facts on series kindle. Facts on the book of mormon witnesses part 2 mormons in. Included in this count are names that normally would not be called proper, such as nonenglish names of plants, animals, etc. 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. Jan, 2019 the book of mormon remains one of the greatest books ever conceived for mortal human beings. Interesting facts the first publication of the book of mormon with leather binding is represented by a replica book lying on the counter and several copies in the book shelf second row, second column. The book of mormon also tells the reader that after jesus resurrection, he visited america, and other lands to talk to gods children.
The production may attempt to entertain audiences for an evening, but the book of. It follows the stories of two tribes who descended from the family of lehi. 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. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. 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. 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. With the news of mitt romney in the presidential elections, many people have started to ask questions about mitts religion, and about the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, or mormonism as it is. The book of mormon, as originally published, contained thousands of errors, and later editions had to be changed to correct this, which. Ten littleknown facts about the book of mormon meridian. Our first article in this series covered 20 interesting things. Since that time it has blessed the lives of millions of people through its powerful message about. The casual observer would think that it was a mormon sub, in the same vein as rlds because thats what they have been conditioned to expect.
The goal of mormon facts is to shine light on information that has a tendency of being whitewashed within the lds church. This category is for questions and answers related to the book of mormon, as asked by users of. The process of editing the book of mormon continues to this day, with the latest changes occuring in 1981. I dont think its expecting too much to have a clear definition of what you mean by mormon similar to what is in the sidebar of rexmormon, and rlatterdaysaints. Continue reading to find out a number of interesting facts about what this religion. However, they are still fun to spout off at parties, and it makes you appear smarter than you really are. I told the brethren that the book of mormon was the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion, and a man would get nearer to.
Mormons believe the bible and the book of mormon to be the word of godboth testifiers of jesus christ. When joseph smith finished dictating the text of the book of mormon to oliver cowdery, he instructed cowdery to make a second copy. Here are 10 things you need to know before you see the show from songs and. Mar 17, 2004 mormonism was founded by joseph smith in the mid19th century northeast united states.
Top 10 wacky things you should know about mormonism. What are some interesting facts about the mormon religion. Some of us have studied it all our lives and know it well. Interesting facts about mormonism you may not know.
Like the kfd, you guys will over a section from the book of mormon and claim that it teaches. Jan 31, 2019 the book of mormon is extremely controversial, so ive put together 7 things you should know before you see the book of mormon, so between the facts, the spoilers, and my own commentary as a christian and a member of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, you can judge for yourself. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the facts on the mormon church the. Learn more about this inspired book in just two minutes. While this may be the core of past and modern day christianity, it is disavowed by the mormon doctrine. I told the brethren that the book of mormon was the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion, and a man would get nearer to god by abiding by its precepts, than by any other book. What do you find interesting about the book of mormon.
The facts on the mormon church the facts on series. Fun facts you didnt know about the book of mormon tix blog. The book of mormon fun facts page 2 latter day saints. 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 bookwhich reads. Like the kfd, you guys will over a section from the book of mormon and claim that it teaches trinitarianism, but it doesnt. The book of mormon is another witness that jesus christ really lived, that he was and is gods son. No virgin birth one of the most controversial mormon beliefs. The book of mormon is more than just the inspiration for our nickname. While this was a late recollection on cannons part, anderson justifies using it by stating that cannon had a remarkable intellect and a.
Broadway blockbuster the book of mormon returns to st. Since that time it has blessed the lives of millions of people through its powerful message about jesus christ and his gospel. The book of mormon interesting facts page 3 latter day. 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. 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. The facts on the mormon church the facts on series kindle edition by ankerberg, john, weldon, john, burroughs, dillon.
But the book of mormon means so much more to latterday saints. 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. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the facts on the mormon church the facts on series. Book of mormon fhe lesson a mighty change of heart. The book of mormon interesting facts page 3 latter day saints. Continue reading to find out a number of interesting facts about what this religion teaches. In march, 2010, the 100 millionth copy of the book of mormon was printed. Our first article in this series covered 20 interesting things about temples, and here we present 16 additional littleknown facts about lds temples. Racism the book of mormon has been criticized for being a deeply racist text. We point out that it doesnt and regardless of what we say, its still trinitarianism. With the news of mitt romney in the presidential elections, many people have started to ask questions about mitts religion, and about the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, or mormonism as it is commonly known as. In 1823, the angel moroni allegedly visited mormon prophet joseph smith and divulged the location of some golden plates containing the. The book of mormon is believed to be the result of joseph smiths communion with the divine. It promotes the equality of lamanitelike people in all of their variations.
The mormon religion is not from god, it is the doctrine of devils. Book of mormon scriptures mormon history last dream 10 interesting facts church pictures doctrine and covenants lds church church ideas lds art the remarkable account of the last dream of emma hale smith, the wife of the prophet joseph smith read by a direct descendant of joseph and emma. The text follows the lives of early american settlers. Page 3 this category is for questions and answers related to the book of mormon, as asked by users of. The book is divided into smaller books that read as narratives.
The book of mormon also tells the reader that after jesus resurrection. Apr 22, 2016 the book of mormon is an important canon of scripture for members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. James the mormon created a video revealing fascinating facts about the book of mormon, many of which we didnt know. Mar 23, 2016 the book of mormon was published in 1830. Trivial mormon trivia geewhiz facts about the lds church. Joseph smith mormonism was founded by joseph smith, who wrote the religions holy text, the book of mormon. 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. Included in this count are names that normally would not. The book of mormon contains the fullness of the gospel of jesus christ. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints fast facts in searching the internet for relevant and interesting facts, i found this at. The book of mormon contains 337 proper names and 21 gentilics or analogous forms based on proper names. The book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ.
The book of mormon is extremely controversial, so ive put together 7 things you should know before you see the book of mormon, so between the facts, the spoilers, and my own. Did you know these fun facts and interesting bits of information. It follows the stories of two tribes who descended from the. Book of mormon the musical is coming to eccles theater in salt lake city from august 25. Mormonism looks christian and they do mention jesus a little but it is no where near being a christian faith. This awardwinning show about missionaries from the church of jesus christ of latterday. After jesus resurrection lds people believe he visited the peoples of the americas. 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. Nov 12, 20 the book of mormon is believed to be the result of joseph smiths communion with the divine.
During the jesus versus satan debate, mormons believe those who sided with jesus were rewarded with blonde hair and blue. 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. The book of mormon is an important canon of scripture for members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. This is a list of facts that have absolutely no bearing on anyones eternal salvation. According to the book of mormon, jesus christ appeared and preached to the nephites in the americas after his crucifixion. Mormonism was founded by joseph smith in the mid19th century northeast united states. Here are 5 interesting facts about this book of scripture.
The book of mormon remains one of the greatest books ever conceived for mortal human beings. Its and the top 10 wacky things you should know about mormonism. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out. Far be it from me to determine interesting, but heres cnns take on it. Page 2 this category is for questions and answers related to the book of mormon, as asked by users of. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints fast facts. Members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints do not drink tea, coffee, alcohol, or smoke tobacco, or take illegal drugs. The original book of mormon manuscript was kept by joseph smith until it was deposited in the cornerstone of the nauvoo house in 1841. The lds church has distinct beliefs, an interesting history, and its influence is increasing in america and elsewhere in the world. When the book of mormon debuted, the church of jesus christ of latterday saints released a brief statement.
In 1823, the angel moroni allegedly visited mormon prophet joseph smith and divulged the location of some golden. Smith is a false prophet, therefore his book of mormon, based on what the bible says, must be false. Feb 26, 2011 the mormon religion is not from god, it is the doctrine of devils. Louis for eight performances at the peabody opera house.
It is also the source of the common nickname for the church and its followers, mormons. Concerning this record the prophet joseph smith said. Perhaps one of the most important aspects of christian belief is the concept of the virgin mary giving. In 1823, the angel moroni allegedly visited mormon prophet joseph smith and divulged the location of some golden plates containing the fullness of the everlasting gospel. But here are some interesting facts about the book of mormon you probably didnt know. We arent arguing if the book of mormon is true or not. The book of mormon joseph smith is said to have written all 584 pages of the book of mormon in under three months.