I bear testimony that joseph smith was raised up by almighty god as a prophet in the last dispensation and fullness of times. Book of mormon testimonies have you ever wondered about. In 1851 the book of mormon was translated into danish, its first translation to a nonenglish language. While the bible is written by and about the people in the land of israel and surrounding areas and takes place from the creation of the world until shortly after the death of jesus christ. Book of mormon testimonies liahona, oct 1984, 10 the savior and the prophets testify about the most correct book. A young bishop in england describes how the book of mormon came to life for him and changed his perspective forever. David whitmers final testimony of the book of mormon. Both books contain gods guidance as revealed to prophets, as well as religious histories of different civilizations. Testimony the church of jesus christ of latterday saints.
The book of mormon family reader will help your family discover and discuss the eternal doctrine found in the book of mo. Apr 17, 2018 the book of mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. Bibliographic citation some testimonies regarding the book of mormon. David whitmers final testimony of the book of mormon david whitmer was excommunicated from the church of jesus christ of latterday saints in 1838 for turning against church members and joining in persecuting them. A modernday apostle describes the unwavering faith the churchs founders showed, even in the face of death, to remain true to their testimonies of the book of. It is a record of gods dealings with ancient inhabitants of the americas and contains the fulness of the everlasting gospel.
My testimony of the book of mormon i bear witness to my family, my loved ones, my posterity, and the world that the book of mormon is true and is indeed the word of god and that joseph smith was the person god chose to restore the true gospel to the earth, in this last of dispensations, in preparation for the second coming of the savior. The book of mormon is a sacred text that was published in march 1830 by joseph smith, jr. Some testimonies regarding the book of mormon by rare possessions podcast published on 20190614t01. Testimony of the book of mormon latterday saints channel. I came to know christ and his church through the reading of the book of mormon. Testimonies of the book of mormon other prophets have testified simply of the divinity of the book of mormon. According to smith, the book is originally written in an otherwise unknown language called reformed egyptian on golden plates and it should be of similar importance as the bible. Have you ever wondered about your testimony of the book of mormon. A modernday apostle describes the unwavering faith the churchs founders showed, even in the face of death, to remain true to their testimonies of the book of mormon. Book of mormon download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi. The book of mormon is the preeminent volume of scripture for this day. Some testimonies regarding the book of mormon by rare.
It was intended to be studied and followed as the means to reassert a covenant between god and man. These testimonies have been translated into many languages. Hopefully the following firsthand accounts of how different people gained their testimonies can help provide insights and inspiration for your own journey of. Testimonies of the book of mormon witnesses book of mormon. Testimonies of the book of mormon witnesses kindle edition. The fact that both of the witnesses testimonies were added at the end of the original book of mormon manuscript as well as the printers copy would also explain why they appear on the last two pages of the first edition of the book of mormon, published in 1830. And in 2000, the church achieved a milestone, bringing the total number of translations of the book of mormon to 100, including english. Another testament of jesus christ is to convey to the modern world powerful testimonies of the divine mission and essential attributes of jesus christ, to the convincing of the jew and gentile that jesus is the christ, the eternal god title page. Joseph translated the plates in about three months after which he returned them to the angel moroni. Should you pray and ask if its true or maybe you already prayed and didnt get an answer. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. We invite all men everywhere to read the book of mormon, to ponder in their hearts the message it contains, and then to ask god, the eternal. Book of mormon audiobook podcast of the book of mormon. A modernday apostle describes the unwavering faith churchs founders showed, even in the face of death, to remain true to their testimonies.
The book of mormon testimonies of christ is a compilation of testimonies of jesus christ given by ancient prophets in the americas. Distinct personal profiles emerge when the words of the following ten book of mormon prophets are identified and compared. Mclellans testimony of the book of mormon author larry c. The book of mormon is the testament of the new world, and they go hand in hand in testimony of the lord jesus christ. New readers will find the story accessible and intelligible. This is the first time the book of mormon has been published with quotation marks, select variant readings, and the testimonies of women involved in the translation process. Flooding the earth with the book of mormon said, we commend the members of the church who have participated in the familytofamily book of mormon program, placing their pictures and testimonies inside copies of the book of mormon. Smith said he has received these plates in 1827 from an angel named. This bookshelf single includes the chapter the testimonies of the book of mormon witnesses from a reason for faith a reason for faith. In addition to translating the book of mormon, joseph smith recorded other revelations he received from god. Jun 25, 2007 like many of you, i started gaining my testimony of the book of mormon at a very young age. The book of mormon is the word of god, like the bible. In his work investigating the book of mormon witnesses, anderson holds that despite the fact that the witnesses left the church at one point or another, they never denied their testimonies of the events that solidified their belief in the book of mormon.
In 2017, keith erekson, who is the director of the church history library, talked about witnessing the book of mormon. Mar 12, 2018 former mission president and ysa bishop lynn mcmurray explains how the book of mormon has been the knot at the end of his faith rope when his testimony has waivered. The testimonies of jesus in the book of mormon display this same truetolife reality. Some testimonies regarding the book of mormon book of. The book was written by many ancient prophets by the spirit of prophecy and revelation. Jul 26, 2018 the book of mormon is a sacred text that was published in march 1830 by joseph smith, jr. Its similar to the bible except its the testimonies, prophecies and teaching about jesus christ from his prophets on the american continent. Why did nephi rely on earlier testimonies of christ.
Their written testimonies are included herewith as the testimony of three witnesses and the testimony of eight witnesses. Many of these revelations are found in two other books of modernday scripture called the doctrine and covenants and the pearl of great price. The mormon testimony mormons claim that a personal feeling, a burning in the bosom, which is interpreted to be a manifestation of the holy ghost, is the only evidence needed to prove that the religion is true. By following its precepts, men and women can return to gods presence where they are endowed with light and truth and can receive intelligence and understanding. Testimonies of the book of mormon witnesses kindle edition by various authors. The testimonies of the book of mormon witnesses religious. A reason for faith was written to do just as the title implies, provide reasons for faith by offering faithful answers to sincere questions. Latterday saint youth from around the world bear testimony of the power of the book of mormon in their lives. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints 626,991 views. When you read the book of mormon, concentrate on the principal. Items do not represent the official views of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints or of book of mormon central. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want.
Testimonies of the book of mormon witnesses deseret book. I love the book of mormon and highly recommend testimonies of the book of mormon witnesses. I remember waking up very earlier as a family to read from its pages. These witnesses written testimonies follow the book of mormon s introduction. Former mission president and ysa bishop lynn mcmurray explains how the book of mormon has been the knot at the end of his faith rope when his testimony has waivered.
Free audio bible book of mormon audio download lds. It even has a section that details christs visit to the people on the american continent after he was resurrected from his death and crucifixion that happens in the. Mormons will gain fresh insights from familiar verses seen in a broader narrative context. Another testament of jesus christ is a sacred book of scripture that. Lds sunday school the introductory pages to the book of mormon deseret books collection of books has a wide variety of family friendly books. See tutorials on the right sash to unzip your audio files on mobile ios and android devices. I remember the spirit i felt as a kid every time we read from it. Listen to audio read text watch video download options. Sep 02, 2016 the book of mormon authors, like samuel in 1 samuel 8, the book of mormon authors seem to be very uncomfortable with kings, and that may be part of the reason davids name is not mentioned. My testimony of the book of mormon by kristen duke this site is a participant in the amazon services llc associates program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to. Prophets and apostles discuss the importance of gaining a testimony of the book of mormon.
Book of mormon testimonies latterday saints channel. This resource can be studied with your family as an advent leading up to christmas or anytime of the year to strengthen personal testimony of jesus christ and the validity of. Perfect for teachers, speakers, and disciples alike, miracles of the book of mormon will illuminate the lords love in a whole new way and help you draw closer to the savior. Click download or read online button to get book of mormon book now. The book of mormon, like the bible, testifies of jesus christ, his atoning sacrifice, and his. Any who read and study this book will have a deeper and broader understanding of miracles in the book of mormon. I was then 19 and read the book in four days and then called the missionaries and asked to be baptized. Smith said he has received these plates in 1827 from an angel named moroni, who identified himself to smith as a native. In 2004, the late historian richard lloyd anderson gave a talk about the book of mormon witnesses, entitled explaining away the book of mormon witnesses. Ten testimonies of jesus christ from the book of mormon. Book of mormon the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Read book of mormon family reader by available from rakuten kobo. The book of mormon was first published in english in new york in 1830. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading testimonies of the book of mormon witnesses.
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