Apr 05, 2018 the firm foundation expo will be april 57 in layton at the davis conference center. Mar 26, 2016 the material below covers the geography of the book of mormon in north america. 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. A firm foundation conference april 2019 book of mormon. Though argument does not create conviction, lack of it destroys belief.
The book of mormon evidence virtual online conference held april 9th thru 11th, 2020 is still available. Geographical issues related to dna and the book of mormon. Clair, editor joshua frank, managing editor nathaniel st. Counterpunch po box 228 petrolia, ca 95558 telephone 1707 6293683. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates taken from the plates of nephi. 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. This site provides you with an overview of what the book of mormon claims from an archeological or historic viewpoint, and compares it to nonapologetic apologetic meaning speak to defend scientific and historical resources. Much evidence exists to support the claims made by the book of mormon native american evidences of book of mormon contents. Truth shall spring forth out of the earth, journal of book of mormon studies, vol. The book of mormon contains accounts by many different people, mostly prophets, over a thousand years, harmonized and abridged into a whole narrative by a father and son, mormon and moroni, who lived around 400 ad. He is married with three kids, is active in the lds church, a returned missionary, and a member of the mormon history association and the john whitmer association.
One last topic on the subject of archaeological evidence for the book of mormon that i want to talk about is horses. Welcome to the book of mormon archaeological forum. Our additional 2020 event will be sept 1112th the same mountain america exposition center at 9575 s state st in sandy, ut 84070. Do christian critics of the book of mormon have a double standard regarding dna evidence. The nahom case provides evidence, not of the authenticity of the book of mormon, but of the willingness of lds scholars to look anywhere to find validation for a historically accurate reading of the book of mormon. Firm foundation presents the 24th international book of mormon. 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. Notes my wife and i drove up to provo friday with our 12year old and yearold to attend this awesome conference. You will be inspired by presentations about book of mormon history, evidences, and research, including church history.
Book of mormon difficulties, contradictions and explanations. We will be covering topics on the book of mormon, science and religion, the united states constitution, signs of the times, and selfreliance. The book of mormon and the united states of america. 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. First published in 1830, the book of mormon tells of the transoceanic migrations of two ancient near eastern peoples to the americas.
Brother phillips, the stake presidency is considering formal disciplinary action in your behalf, including the possibility of disfellowship or excommunication, because you are reported to have participated in conduct unbecoming a members of the church and evil speaking of the lords anointed. My letter to elder holland re book of mormon heres your reply, assuming youre still a member. Each year at its annual book of mormon lands conference, the book of mormon archaeological forum gives the father lehi award and the mother sariah award to a couple who have contributed significantly to book of mormon studies and research. The work of 1549 was the first prayer book to include the complete. The list of archeological and historical claims of the book of mormon compared to nonapologetic evidence.
Join the 18th semiannual international book of mormon evidence conference sponsored by the firm foundation. A block of rooms has been reserved at the inn at utah state university. Book of mormon expo on the internet its about time. Hugh nibley and book of mormon geography by kirk magleby. My letter to elder holland re book of mormon very long. This page is a continuation of book of mormon evidences, part one and part two. Native american writings are potentially strong evidence that the occurrences described in the book of mormon actually happened.
Book of mormon evidence come follow me supplementary study podcasts. According to the church of jesus christ of latterday saints mormon church, the book of mormon is a divinely inspired revelation that is complimentary to the bible. Seven presentations during book of mormon evidence conference. Book of mormon the list of archaeological and historical. The nhm inscription is the most important piece of geographical evidence book of mormon supporters have for their claims. For the first 150 years of mormonisms existence, everyone thought it was a story about a people who left the middle east and came to south or central america, and who fought wars clear up into new york state where. Nonmormon archaeologists speak on book of mormon evidence. The aztec, maya, and inca people were expecting the return of a god who their ancestors once believed in.
Come follow me 2020 podcasts with rod meldrum book of. Welcome to the conference website for book of mormon studies. The hampton court document came as a result of the famous hampton court conference of 1604 when king james specially commanded the translation of the bible that would one day bear his name. In 2009 he was invited to join mormon matters, and joined wheat and tares in 2010.
It was first published in march 1830 by joseph smith as the book of mormon. It will be held thur, fri, and sat, april 11th, 2019 at the davis county conference center 1651 n 700 w. What scriptures in the book of mormon affirm the presence of other people in the book of mormon in the new world. I recently spent three days at two book of mormon conferences.
The rooms were filled to overflowing, requiring them to offer three repeat presentations to packed rooms again during the lunch and dinner breaks. We build enduring faith in jesus christ by making the book of mormon accessible. Archaeological evidence and the book of mormon fairmormon. Book of mormon evidenceits about time its about time. The 22nd international book of mormon evidence conference. We still have subscriptions available to become part of our virtual expo library with. The book of mormon is supposed to be a history of real people living in a real place. Book of mormon evidence october 9, 2019 below is an amazing article by our friend david w. Archaeological evidence and the book of mormon why is there no archaeological evidence for the book of mormon. Given the sparse nature of the mesoamerican data, and the uncertainties of the pronunciation of maya glyphs 1500 years ago, the akishukix connection is as good as we can expect to find. 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. What scriptures might challenge the view of a limited geography and the nephites not being alone on the continent or other issues regarding dna. Conference details the book of mormon studies association.
The book of mormon evidence conference believes the book of mormon. This will be the two day 26th international book of mormon evidence conference which will have just. Our first 2020 event will be april 9, 10, and 11th at the mountain america exposition center at 9575 s state st in sandy, ut 84070 this will be the firm foundation expo featuring the 25th international book of mormon evidence conference. Nothing shall be withheld, which was divided into two, one hour lectures. Thanks to our friends who watched our three youngest kids while we went, and thanks to book of mormon central for organization such an amazing, enjoyable, educational event. The book of mormon evidence conference was held the second weekend in april.
Archaeological evidence of the book of mormon latterday. See the conference details page for hotel information. The book of mormon makes a handful of references to horses existing on the american continents in these ancient times. We will have over 70 wonderful speakers and over 120 different classes. Is there evidence of sunken cities in ancient america. Book of mormon evidence vs book of mormon central search isaiah. Lost civilizations of north america documentary4, deborah bolnick on haplogroup x. 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. What are the criticisms related to the book of mormon and dna. The book of mormon is gods compelling witness of the divinity of jesus christ, the prophetic calling of joseph smith, and the absolute truth of this church. Mormon heretic has been blogging since january 2008 at his own blog, mormon heretic. 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.
Concerning the apocrypha and the church of england, it states the apocrypha, that hath some repugnancy to the canonical scriptures, shall not be read. It represents the existence in a mesoamerican inscription of a book of mormon king with broad parallels in name, date, title and function. The book of mormon evidence conference was a smashing success 11 april 2019 showing the book of mormon to be a hebrew text. Included in the display will be a fullscale replica of the press used to print the book of mormon, along with replicas of the plates, the 1830 edition of the book of mormon, and the supplies needed. Book of mormon evidences mormonism, the mormon church. The book of mormon is not only the keystone of our religion, but it can also become the keystone of our testimonies so that when trials or unanswered questions confront us, it can hold. Book of mormon evidence videos book of mormon evidence in. 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. Evidence for nephis bountiful, journal of book of mormon studies, 71 1998. Book of mormon evidences, part 3 presents further evidence supporting the book of mormon as an ancient document. His witness to the divinity of the savior is his greatest quality. To ensure that the conference rate is obtained, please make reservations sooner rather than later.
The book of mormon contains accounts by several different people over a thousand years, harmonized and abridged into a whole narrative by a father and son, mormon and moroni, who lived around 400 ad. The first of these peoples, called jaredites, are supposed to have come to the hitherto. Upcoming events firm foundation expo featuring the 17th international book of mormon evidence conference dates. Firm foundation expo and 21st international book of mormon. Below is the modern map of the area of smiths youth. James and hannah stoddard of the joseph smith foundation delivered four presentations at the 23rd international book of mormon evidence conference on april 11th. The original book, published in 1549 in the reign of edward vi, was a product of the english reformation following the break with rome. Tba see conference tab for info on book of mormon conference.
Hugh nibley and book of mormon geography book of mormon. Sept 1112, 2020 future event our additional 2020 event will be sept 1112th the same mountain america exposition center at 9575 s state st in sandy, ut 84070. Welcome to the 24th international book of mormon evidence conference. This free download is an extensive excerpt of the long awaited book by bruce porter and rod meldrum titled prophecies and promises. Introducing the firm foundation expo featuring the 23rd international book of mormon evidence conference. David hocking managing editor, annotated edition of the book of mormon. Join us for the 22nd international book of mormon evidence conference. Non mormon archaeologists speak on book of mormon evidence. Book of common prayer bcp is the short title of a number of related prayer books used in the anglican communion, as well as by other christian churches historically related to anglicanism. Enjoy two full days with 18 presentations about the book of mormon and church. April 7th9th 2016 one week after lds general conference at utah valley university in the uccu event center orem, utah 3 educationpacked days. The firm foundation expo, featuring the 23rd international book of mormon evidence conference, was a huge success. 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.