Professor mynhardt was invited to come to the stand and speak about his experience in translating the book of mormon. The message was something on the order of, you asked me for a great, divinely inspired task of translation, i sent it to you in the form of translating the book of mormon, and you declined. Are there any non lds scholars that consider mormon truth claims valid. The book of mormon is a religious record of three groups of people who migrated from the old world to the american continents. This view finds no acceptance outside of mormonism. Cheesman is professor emeritus ot ancient scripture at brigham young university byu, provo, utah. Top ten books the lds mormon church doesnt want you to read. The book of mormon narrative says the characters engraven on the plates were reformed egyptian which remains an unknown language today. Most, but not all, mormons hold the books connection to ancient american history as an article of their faith. We can see ourselves in their stories, and be inspired to be better and help others like jesus did. Unless you are a native speaker of both languages, in most cases it is extremely difficult to render an accurate translation.
Did elder bednar claim that a mitt romney nomination will lead to greater persecution. Most latterday saints are aware of a minor industry in certain religious circles in the united states devoted to refuting mormonism and. I can still remember professor felix mynhardt not a. Nonmormon professor felix mynhardt stood at the pulpit and described the experience. From treasure digging, supernatural creatures, and seer stones, to occult traditions and astrology, this thoroughly researched book includes pictures of lds church. Lately this account has been emailed to me by many different individuals. He said that he was fluent in many languages, including english, afrikaans, hebrew and egyptian, as well as many others. When professor mynhardt struggled with translation, he would check how the book of mormon translated the problem phrases in other foreign language editions. 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 translation of the book of mormon into afrikaans.
First, it utterly lacks historical or archaeological support, and there is overwhelming empirical evidence that refutes it. The characters joseph smith copied and gave to martin harris to show charles anthon aka anthon transcript, were reprinted in the lds periodical the prophet and a broadside promoting the book of mormon. The story recounted as a faith promoting aspect of this that he translated. Professor royal skousen has spent more than twentyfive years meticulously researching the original and printers manuscripts of the book of mormon, revealing discrepancies and making a case for the type of translation the book of mormon is.
Book of mormon translator converted the mormon urban. You can say what you want, but it wont change the fact that i know and i can not deny it mynhardt said he could not sleep through the night because he knew that translating the book of mormon would get him into trouble with his. A former mormon professor takes us inside mormonism. It has been accepted for inclusion in maxwell institute publications by an. Pontius i was searching through my books in storage a few days ago and came across a first edition of the book of mormon in afrikaans. The book of mormon made harder brigham young university.
A continual study of the book of mormon is vital to learn how to partake of gods eternal power. The book of mormon records the visit of jesus christ to people in the americas following his resurrection. He recounted how he had been given a gift of languages from god from his youth. Professor mynhardt said he could not sleep through the night because he knew that translating the book of mormon would get him into trouble with his university, which was owned and operated by the dutch reformed church.
I sent it to you in the form of translating the book of mormon, and you declined. Wilder, formerly a tenured professor at brigham young university, author of the book unveiling grace. Professor mynhardt said he could not sleep through the night because he knew that translating the book of mormon would get him into trouble with his. It is very inspiring, but i have no clue if this is true or not. The spirit bore testimony that day through the words of professor mynhardt that the book of mormon is true and that joseph smith was indeed a prophet of god. A striking story about translation of the book of mormon. Mynhardt employed in translating the book of mormon into afrikaans the translation is still in use today, were in my opinion divine gifts bestowed on him for this particular purpose.
Non mormon professor felix mynhardt stood at the pulpit and described the experience. The book of mormon bears witness of a heavenly power greater than all others to preserve, save, and exalt. Think joseph smith could have gotten that right by sheer chance. It was first published in march 1830 by joseph smith as the book of mormon. Gladys knight was baptized and is a member of the church. Dear mormons, you dont know the book of mormon is true. Some had waited a lifetime to read the book of mormon in afrikaans. Nonmormon archaeologists speak on book of mormon evidence. Professor mynhardt, who is not mormon, was a professor of languages at pretoria university, an anglican school. Many members of the latter day saint movement claim historical authenticity of the book of mormon. These groups were led by prophets who recorded their religious and secular histories on metal plates. 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. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates taken from the plates of nephi.
Professor mynhardt said he could not sleep through the night because he knew that translating the book of mormon would get him into trouble with his university, which was owned and. Written by a professor at byu, this book covers the early evidence of folk magic in joseph smiths upbringing. South african bom translation story making the rounds. The book of mormon critical text project the book of. In understanding the book of mormon, hardy offers the first comprehensive analysis of the works narrative structure in its 180 year history. A dynamic, interactive, webfriendly presentation of the book of mormon. Designed for multiple use as study guides, handouts, and masters for creating projectable images, the charts convey a wealth of information that will enrich personal study and teaching. The book of mormon is the only explanation for this scripture. Books about mormons score a books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book.
Does anyone here know the truth behind this account. Unlike virtually all other recent world scriptures, the book of mormon presents itself as an integrated narrative rather than a series of doctrinal expositions, moral injunctions, or devotional hymns. The theory that the book of mormon is an ancient american history is not accepted. First staged in 2011, the play is a satirical examination of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints beliefs and practices that ultimately endorses the positive power of love and service. Are there any non lds scholars that consider mormon truth. Did professor mynhardt gain a testimony of the book of mormon while translating it into afrikaans. Many people had learned english for the sole purpose of reading the scriptures. Professor mynhardt spoke of many other things regarding the translation of this book, and then said, i do not know. Many book of mormon research projects have implications for the continuing issues surrounding the authorship of the book of mormon. Writing style usually changes through a book, and becomes more consistent toward the middle. Second, the book of mormon contains none of the key mormon doctrines. The book of mormon is a musical comedy with music, lyrics and book by trey parker, robert lopez, and matt stone. This is important because the latterday saints make such a point about it containing the fullness of.
The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to adherents, contains writings of ancient prophets who lived on the american continent from approximately 2200 bc to ad 421. Charting the book of mormon is a collection of more than 175 visual aids that promote deeper understanding and appreciation of the book of mormon. Hope you enjoy the read and i will enjoy your responses. I served a mission in south african from 1971 to 1973. Remembering back more than 50 years, i can still remember professor felix mynhardt not a member of our church as he spoke of his experience in translating that sacred book. I know, because i received an answer through my prayers from the holy ghost. Unthinkable and absolute proof of the inspired origins of. The book of mormon is an ancient record that teaches about jesus. He said something like, i never begin translating a book at the beginning. Here are four things you should know about this sacred book. The men, women, and families in the book of mormon struggled with lifes challenges, just like we do. When morning came he telephoned elder clark to inform him that he would begin the translation immediately. Top ten books the lds mormon church doesnt want you to.
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