The Lost 116 Pages of the Book of Mormon
Come, Follow Me 2024: January 15-21; 1 Nephi 6-10 It is well known that the first 116 pages translated from…
Category: History of The Book of Mormon
The Book of Mormon contains writings of ancient prophets who lived on the American continent, beginning about six hundred years before the birth of Jesus Christ. The book is another testament of Jesus Christ, showing how his gospel was taught and lived on the American continent before and after his birth.
The Book of Mormon was written on metal plates, and hidden by Moroni, the last of the Nephite prophets. In September, 1823, that same Moroni appeared to Joseph Smith as a resurrected being and told Joseph about the plates, which were hidden in a hill near Joseph’s home in Palmyra, New York. Joseph Smith translated the record by the gift and power of God, then published the record as the Book of Mormon in 1830.
The writings in this category discuss the history of the Book of Mormon, which includes Joseph Smith’s work in translating the record and its publication.
The Timing of the Book of Mormon Translation
The Book of Mormon was translated from April to June of 1829. What does that tell us about the book?
The Book of Mormon Translation: Witness Statements
Many first-hand witnesses who observed Joseph Smith translating the Book of Mormon testified of what they saw and heard.
The Translation Begins: Martin Harris and Egyptian Characters
Joseph Smith copied characters from the plates, perhaps thinking that someone else would translate the record.
Joseph Smith Had the Plates, and He Had to Protect Them
After Joseph Smith obtained the plates, mobs tried to forcefully take them, causing Joseph and Emma to leave Palmyra.
Joseph Smith’s Seer Stones
Joseph Smith had at least three seer stones, which helped him receive revelation and translate the Book of Mormon.
Imagination, Faith in Jesus Christ, and Revelation
Imagination, faith in Jesus Christ, and revelation work together to help us accomplish seemingly impossible tasks.
Who Was Martin Harris?
Martin Harris was wealthy, a prominent farmer, politician, but sacrificed it all to help bring forth the Book of Mormon.
How Did We Get the Book of Mormon?
Determining how we got the Book of Mormon requires critical thinking and an objective evaluation of the historical evidence.