Facts About First Edition Book Of Mormon

Publié par Unknown on vendredi 20 septembre 2013

By Dawn Williams


The First Edition Book of Mormon contains sacred texts revealed by an angel Moroni to a man named Joseph Smith. The texts were first written on the golden Nephi plates and then translated by Smith. Part of the scripture focuses on morality, church norms and practices and going to heaven for believers. The script basically shows how people can better their lives through religion. It is written in chapters which are dictated to scribes in a period more than two years.

The original manuscript was first printed in 1830. Since then, they have been a number of editions. Presently, this publication is accepted by a number of religious societies including church of Latter Day Saints and Community of Christ.

Social, cultural, economic and political issues have been dealt with. Joseph Smith addressed completely the issue of American being an exception among other nations. According to him, USA is a promised land therefore citizens of this great country qualify for particular privileges.

Other distinctive religious teachings presented by the author include the fact that it is necessary for man to fall. Joseph Smith views apostasy as a mandatory requirement for the return of God. There are many other religions that agree with this fact. Also, the writer is of the opinion that when Prophet Isaiah talked about "whisper out of the dust", he was actually referring to the fact that Book of Mormon will be published one day.

Constant study is needed so as to be able to understand the different concepts. At times, group study will help a lot. It is always advisable to discuss with other members of the Mormon fraternity, core issues that relate to the faith.

Definitely, it took a considerable period of time before the entire publication was compiled. There are many activities that usually happen behind the scenes before a book is published. The individuals who were behind the entire exercise are presently considered as very important people around religious circles. But throughout time, there have been several corrections made to this first edition most to correct the grammatical and numerical errors that had been made by the first translators.

The book also talks about Messiah who is Jesus Christ the son of God. Certain sections touch on the holy Trinity that believes in the Father, Son and the Holy Spirit as being one. It also covers the birth of Jesus Christ by the Virgin Mary, his childhood, ministry, his death and resurrection and ultimately his second coming. To reinforce the messages for believers, visions and prophesies have been utilized.

This book has had its fair share of controversy. There are those who always like having negative opinions about different matters. It is good to read what other people have to say and subsequently come up with personal conclusions. There are also those who feel that this publication is the best thing to happen to humanity. Definitely, inspired texts can change lives in many ways. Every day, people search through millions of words with the hope of finding truth about common issues of life.

In some Christian circles, First Edition Book of Mormon is the manual that guides adherents in day to day life. The publication has addressed core issues. One needs to read the different chapters so as to learn more about the Church of Latter Day Saints (LDS).




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