What are some interesting facts about the mormon religion. The book of mormon and the bible are witnesses of each other. The book of mormon fun facts page 2 latter day saints funtrivia. For example, see chapter 6 witnesses to the golden plates in grant h. Rome wasnt built in a day and nor was the book of mormon. While this may be the core of past and modern day christianity, it is disavowed by the mormon doctrine. 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. Fun facts you didnt know about the book of mormon tix blog.
Not only is there no archeological evidence for a language such as reformed egyptian hieroglyphics, there is no archeological support for lands such as the land of moron ether 7. No virgin birth one of the most controversial mormon beliefs. Feb 26, 2011 the mormon religion is not from god, it is the doctrine of devils. After jesus resurrection lds people believe he visited the peoples of. The facts on the mormon church the facts on series. The men, women, and families in the book of mormon struggled with lifes challenges, just like we do. Palmer is an lds seminary teacher and threetime director of lds institutes of.
The title page states that the purpose of the book of mormon is to show unto the remnant of the house of israel what great things the lord hath done for their. 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. It will be interesting to see whether romney 2012 becomes president romney only time will tell. Here are 10 shocking facts about the mormon church. Racism the book of mormon has been criticized for being a deeply racist text. Included in this count are names that normally would not be called proper, such as nonenglish names of plants, animals, etc. A team of editors takes feedback from our visitors to keep trivia as up to date and as accurate as possible. Ten littleknown facts about the book of mormon meridian. What do you find interesting about the book of mormon. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints fast facts. Since that time it has blessed the lives of millions of people through its powerful message about jesus christ and his gospel. We arent arguing if the book of mormon is true or not.
Many members of the latter day saint movement claim historical authenticity of the book of mormon. A nonlatterday saint played an essential role in how we read the book of mormon. The facts on the mormon church the facts on series kindle. When god teaches an important principle, he sends another source to confirm it. It promotes the equality of lamanitelike people in all of their variations. Due to the nature of its origin, that would support the existence of god. Nov 12, 20 the book of mormon is believed to be the result of joseph smiths communion with the divine. The process of editing the book of mormon continues to this day, with the latest changes occuring in 1981. God knows all things and is the source of all truth.
The first portions of the book of mormon available to the public were pirated. Mormonism looks christian and they do mention jesus a little but it is no where near being a christian faith. The mormon religion is not from god, it is the doctrine of devils. This view finds no acceptance outside of mormonism. Trey parker, robert lopez, and matt stone began discussing ideas in 2003. 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. These facts establish how plausible it is that the book of mormon really is an artifact of the ancient world. When the book of mormon debuted, the church of jesus christ of latterday saints released a brief statement. A trip to salt lake city and a few creative hiccups later, the book of mormon made its broadway debut in march 2011. During the jesus versus satan debate, mormons believe those who sided with jesus were rewarded with blonde hair and blue eyes, while those who sided with satan are of darker pigment. The book of mormon, as originally published, contained thousands of errors, and later editions had to be changed to correct this, which isnt too convenient for a church trying to claim that god gave the words directly to smith. Faith is hope for things that are true but not seen.
After jesus resurrection lds people believe he visited the peoples of the americas. Mar 08, 2018 rome wasnt built in a day and nor was the book of mormon. The book of mormon also tells the reader that after jesus resurrection, he visited america, and other lands to talk to gods children. The book of mormon is another witness that jesus christ really lived, that he was and is gods son. Book of mormongeographynew worldhill cumorah fairmormon. December 23, 1805june 27, 1844 founded the church of jesus christ of latterday saints around 1830.
The book of mormon contains the fullness of the gospel of jesus christ. Joseph smith mormonism was founded by joseph smith, who wrote the religions holy text, the book of mormon. Here are 10 things you need to know before you see the show from songs and. The official name, church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Mormonism was founded by joseph smith in the mid19th century northeast united states. This assertion can mislead people into believing the book of mormon production process was. Facts on the book of mormon witnesses part 2 mormons in.
Some of us have studied it all our lives and know it well. Top 10 embarrassments of the mormon religion listverse. The church has no official position on any new world location described in the book of mormon. Here are four things you should know about this sacred book. Mormonism has entered the mainstream consciousness.
When joseph smith finished dictating the text of the book of mormon to oliver cowdery, he instructed cowdery to make a second copy. Louis for eight performances at the peabody opera house. Apr 22, 2016 the book of mormon is more than just the inspiration for our nickname. The lds church has distinct beliefs, an interesting history, and its influence is increasing in america and elsewhere in the world. The book of mormon remains one of the greatest books ever conceived for mortal human beings. The information on the book of mormon witnesses in this article can now also be found in books written by active lds authors. 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. Prior to using seer stones to translate the book of mormon from golden tablets, joseph smith. Interesting facts about mormonism you may not know. We point out that it doesnt and regardless of what we say, its still trinitarianism. Mormon is allegedly a prophethistorian who was the native american believed by mormons to have written the book of mormon the main religious text of the church of jesus christ of latter day saints mormonism.
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. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. We can gain a testimony of the book of mormon as we read, ponder, and pray. Concerning this record the prophet joseph smith said. Over the past twentyfive years i have tracked down almost a thousand copies of the book of mormon that were printed between 18301920. The book of mormon is an ancient record that teaches about jesus. The main events described within the book of mormon take place between 600bc to 421ad, although parts go right back to the tower of babel, some 2,000 years ago. In short, the angel called moroni inspired joseph smith to write the book of mormon. The facts on the mormon church christian book distributors.
More than 50,000 missionaries in the field at all times. But here are some interesting facts about the book of mormon you probably didnt know. A list of the top ten facts about mormons you might not know are explored in these points about the mormon religion. Mar 17, 2004 mormonism was founded by joseph smith in the mid19th century northeast united states. Learn more about this inspired book in just two minutes. In 1823, the angel moroni allegedly visited mormon prophet joseph smith and divulged the location of some golden. Mar 23, 2016 the book of mormon was published in 1830. Broadway blockbuster the book of mormon returns to st. The book of mormon is more than just the inspiration for our nickname. The facts on the mormon church presents the truth about the church of jesus christ of latterday saintsmormon history, doctrines, practices, and theology. When joseph smith finished dictating the text of the book of mormon to oliver cowdery, he.
Apr 21, 2016 james the mormon created a video revealing fascinating facts about the book of mormon, many of which we didnt know. 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. 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. Trivial mormon trivia geewhiz facts about the lds church. The church claims that all of the changes are of grammar and. Jan, 2019 the book of mormon remains one of the greatest books ever conceived for mortal human beings. Far be it from me to determine interesting, but heres cnns take on it. Smith is a false prophet, therefore his book of mormon, based on what the bible says, must be false. There is no official revelation in the church establishing the drumlin in new york as the hill cumorah of the book of mormon where two nations were destroyed. Palmers book titled, an insiders view of mormon origins, signature books, slc, 2002, pp. There are verses in the very first chapter that refer to jesus christ as the savior of the world.
Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the facts on the mormon church the facts on series. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints fast facts in searching the internet for relevant and interesting facts, i found this at. Page 2 this category is for questions and answers related to the book of mormon, as asked by users of. The production may attempt to entertain audiences for an evening, but the book. Latter day saints this category is for questions and answers related to the book of mormon, as asked by users of. Prayerfully studying the truths in the book of mormon can help you acquire the spiritual knowledge you need. The book of mormon fun facts page 2 latter day saints. The book of mormon interesting facts page 3 latter day. Continue reading to find out a number of interesting facts about what this religion. Book of mormon facts archaeology furthermore, while archeology is a powerful testimony to the accuracy of the bible the same cannot be said for the book of mormon.
I am fascinated by the history of the book of mormon i would like to share with you ten littleknown facts about the book of mormon. The facts on the mormon church the facts on series kindle edition by ankerberg, john, weldon, john, burroughs, dillon. Facts on the book of mormon witnesses part 1 mormons. Our first article in this series covered 20 interesting things about temples, and here we present 16 additional littleknown facts about lds temples. This is a list of facts that have absolutely no bearing on anyones eternal salvation. 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. The book of mormon interesting facts page 3 latter day saints.
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 another testament of jesus christ. The theory that the book of mormon is an ancient american history is not accepted. Facts on the book of mormon witnesses part 2 mormons. Heres a look at surprising facts about mormons, some of which might account for the churchs meteoric rise over the. The book of mormon is believed to be the result of joseph smiths communion with the divine. James the mormon created a video revealing fascinating facts about the book of mormon, many of which we didnt know. Most, but not all, mormons hold the book s connection to ancient american history as an article of their faith. It follows the stories of two tribes who descended from the family of lehi. Here are 5 interesting facts about this book of scripture. 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. Perhaps one of the most important aspects of christian belief is the concept of the virgin mary giving birth to jesus. After the first heavenly vision, smith claimed that an angel of god came to him in a dream, an interesting fact about joseph smith.
The goal of mormon facts is to shine light on information that has a tendency of being whitewashed within the lds church. We can see ourselves in their stories, and be inspired to be better and help others like jesus did. Continue reading to find out a number of interesting facts about what this religion teaches. Did you know these fun facts and interesting bits of information.
Like the kfd, you guys will over a section from the book of mormon and claim that it teaches trinitarianism, but it doesnt. 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. According to many religious critics, the book of mormon is very similar to the bible 2. While this was a late recollection on cannons part, anderson justifies using it by stating that cannon had a remarkable intellect and a. Readers find wellresearched and easytounderstand answers to many of the common and notsocommon questions surrounding this highprofile church, all in a handy, quickreference format. Page 3 this category is for questions and answers related to the book of mormon, as asked by users of. The book of mormon manuscripts have their own interesting history.