Since the publication of the book of mormon in 1830, mormon archaeologists have attempted to find archaeological evidence to support it. Jake answers that question with what he calls the great eight. Includes highquality download in mp3, flac and more. Journey of faith films book of mormon documentaries from. Mar 27, 2016 book of mormon articles and videos conspiracy to assassinate joseph smith straight from the protocols of the learned elders of zion theosis authentic ancient christian doctrine restored by god through joseph smith. Dec 31, 2019 in the bustle of new years celebrations, dont forget to check out the newest book of mormon video. This exciting documentary series explores the possibility through the use of archeology and historical evidence, searching for who lived in the united stated long before the arrival of columbus. Nonmormon archaeologists speak on book of mormon evidence. Thoughtful insights from 32 top scholars continue the journey into the book of mormon s thousand. The honest in heart, who feel that the true kingdom of god ought to have special and powerful credentials, and not just be another voice in the. Much evidence exists to support the claims made by the book of mormon native american evidences of book of mormon contents. Moronis america the north american setting for the book. Spend some time learning more about the book of mormon and related topics.
It does not seem that haplogroup x can serve as good evidence of the book of mormon s antiquity. Intellectual evidence of book of mormon authenticity is an issue worthy of careful consideration. I have watched more than 20 hours of wayne may book of mormon lecture videos and conversed with both wayne may and rod meldrum in person. The most compelling evidence for the truthfulness of the book of mormon is spiritual. Non mormon archaeologists speak on book of mormon evidence. There are a number of words and phrases in the book of mormon that are anachronistictheir. Millions of people worldwide believe in the book of mormon. How the story of enos came to life for me in the newest book. April 7th9th 2016 one week after lds general conference at utah valley university in the uccu event center orem, utah 3 educationpacked days. Archeological evidence from precolumbian america is compared with artifacts from the mediterranean region. In this presentation, recorded at the april 2014 book of mormon evidence conference held in orem, ut, jake hilton answers one of the most common questions people ask mormon evidence.
Native american writings are potentially strong evidence that the occurrences described in the book of mormon actually happened. In the bustle of new years celebrations, dont forget to check out the newest book of mormon video. Lost civilizations of north america documentary4, deborah. Concerns of the historicity and origin of the book of mormon. Evidence of the truthfulness of the book of mormon lds.
Americas heartland, which is now a bestseller of the season. We had a wonderful time visiting friends and family, seeing the sights downtown and trying the wide variety of local restaurants. Paying supporters also get unlimited streaming via the free bandcamp app. Journey of faith book of mormon documentary about lehis travel through the arabian peninsula where he likely traveled. People around the world who are staying home for public health reasons are spending a lot of time on the internet. This video proposes evidence that the book of mormon peoples lived in mesoamerica. May 10, 2011 43 evidences for the divine authenticity of the book of mormon has anyone ever asked you, is there any proof or evidence for the book of mormon.
Our additional 2020 event will be sept 1112th the same mountain america exposition center at 9575 s state st in sandy, ut 84070. Filmed on location in the middle east, journey of faith chronicles the courage and faith of lehis family with the eye of the camera and the insights of scholars from a broad range of backgrounds. Critics challenge the viability of the population size and growth of the book of mormon people. Book of mormon evidences, part 3 presents further evidence supporting the book of mormon as an ancient document. After a conversation regarding the promises and covenants of the lord with america, alex determined to incorporate those ideals into his latest music video which he began writing as he watched the world trade center towers collapse on 911. The new world book of mormon documentary documentarytube. Book of mormon evidence compiled from video interviews done in 2014, 2016 and 2017. This will be the two day 26th international book of mormon evidence conference which will have just one major stage with over 20 fantastic speakers. In fact, several mormon organizations have been founded in order to prove these very. Thoughtful insights from 32 top scholars continue the journey into the book of mormon s thousandyear span, aiding understanding of this sacred text. How has book of mormon geography research been conducted in the past and how well is it working. The conclusion states, much as critics and defenders of the book of mormon would like to use dna studies to support their views, the evidence is simply inconclusive. The book of mormon has several evidences within its pages that give evidence to it being exactly what joseph smith purported it to be. Contrary to the claims of our critics, there are impressive findings that make it difficult to explain away the book of mormon as a nineteenthcentury.
A documentary history of the book of mormon larry e. To answer that question ive spent some time compiling a list of evidence for the divinity of the book of mormon. Mar 26, 2016 the material below covers the geography of the book of mormon in north america. Book of mormon evidences mormonism, the mormon church. Wayne may book of mormon archaeology in north america february 2017. What happened after nonmembers were asked to read one page of. Two of the most prevalent claims for the book of mormon are, there is much archaeological proof to the book of mormon, and the american indians are descendants of israelites who came to america as described in the book of mormon. The first disk of the 5 dvd series titled book of mormon evidence is a study of the 36 prophecies and promises in the text of the book of mormon that may reveal the location of its lands.
This is a portion of the transcript of the live presentation. Book of mormon flooding the earth margies messages. Book of mormondna evidencegeography issues fairmormon. The book is used by nearly thirteen million individuals who read it along with the holy bible, believing that both were written by prophets and contain the words of god. Archaeological evidence and the book of mormon why is there no archaeological evidence for the book of mormon. Upcoming events firm foundation expo featuring the 17th international book of mormon evidence conference dates. It was written by prophets anciently, preserved, and translated in our era by the power of god as a tool to bring souls to christ. The book of mormon is the only explanation for this scripture. Last winter my family took a vacation to salt lake city. For many years, critics have challenged the veracity of a religious text called the book of mormon. How could there be so many witnesses of the book of mormon and the plates and not one of them deny their testimony even when some of them became bitter toward joseph smith. Latest watch this short documentary highlighting president nelsons ministry as prophet danielle christensen a recent church news documentary highlights the past two years of president russell m. Book of mormon difficulties, contradictions and explanations.
While there is still much to learn about the people and stories in the book of mormon, some of the best archaeological evidence to support the book of mormon comes from lehis journey to the promised land. Taken from the dvd the book of mormon and new world dna which we at fair produced. While mormon scholars admit valid challenges to mormonism from archaeology and the book of abraham, they say the evidences of mormonisms truthfulness is the book of mormon itself, gods confirmation in your spirit, and the number of changed lives. Some are learning new things and building their talent stacks. Sep, 2012 journey of faith the new world, chronicles the book of mormon, another testament of jesus christ. Jan 15, 2019 what happens when hundreds of people around the world are asked to read one page from the book of mormon. Book of mormon evidence the mormon church, mormonism. All opinions, speakers and presenters represent and express their own individual opinions, and not necessarily the opinions of firm foundation, book of mormon evidence, or its employees, and no information or opinions represent the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. That very arrangement is now well documented archaeologically an ancient american setting for the book of mormon, provo, utah. Book of mormon evidence videos book of mormon evidence in. Although historians and archaeologists consider the book to be an anachronistic invention of joseph smith, many members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church and other denominations of the latter day saint movement believe that it. This common query often expresses the questioners incorrect assumptions about archaeological methodologyassumptions usually based the questioners lack of knowledge about a very specialized academic area. Various mormon authors have cited evidence that north american moundbuilder cultures were familiar with the elephant. Think joseph smith could have gotten that right by sheer chance.
Section 4 defines the promised land of the book of mormon from the scriptures themselves. This page is a continuation of book of mormon evidences, part one and part two. Archaeological evidence and the book of mormon fairmormon. Dna evidence for book of mormon geography, sections 4 and 5 of the 18 sections in the original dvd. Atop it a fence of timbers was planted and bound together with vines. These facts establish how plausible it is that the book of mormon really is an artifact of the ancient world.
Due to the nature of its origin, that would support the existence of god. Mormon traditions that would have us believe the book of mormon took place in the heartland and at new york truly conflict with the book of mormon, believed to be the word of god, so the heartland model is not valid. Some scholars believe the events in the book of mormon happened right in the heartland of north america. As always happens with the best vacations, time eventually came to return to our home in phoenix. The book of mormon describes a ditch being dug around the protected area.
Prophecies the second dvd in the journey of faith series discusses the religious milieu, culture, the land, and language surrounding the descendants of lehi and sariah in the new world. Nov 30, 20 these facts establish how plausible it is that the book of mormon really is an artifact of the ancient world. The video is the third in book of mormon centrals evidence video series, the two previous videos being one on the archaeological evidence for the place called nahom, mentioned by nephi 1 nephi 16. This documentary did not mention mormons at all but gives remarkable insights to the. Thoughtful insights from 32 top scholars continue the journey into the book of mormons thousand. Some claim that the book of mormon fits best in a geography located around the great lakes, and that this is supported by a mitochondrial dna group called haplogroup x2a. Journey of faith the new world, chronicles the book of mormon, another testament of jesus christ. Similarly, in the book of mormon, which is another testament of jesus christ, we are given wisdom and counsel concerning the trials and adversities that we will face in life by ancient prophets in america. Receipt of the 3rd printing of exploring the book of mormon in. The testimonies and experiences of those who have attempted this experiment are inspiring and can help each of us see the book of mormon in a new way.
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