Teachings and doctrine of the book of mormon teacher manual. Dividing the material into convenient topical sections, each volume quotes the book of mormon verses and gives detailed commentary. It was intended primarily for a latterday saint audience and has been used as a reference book by church members because of its comprehensive nature, and was a highly influential all. Dust jackets in very good condition with a tear on upper spine of volume 3. The first occurrence took place when the romans sieged jerusalem in ad 70. Forty years later, journal of book of mormon studies 16, no.
Now we have the direct revelations in the doctrine and covenants, etc. The father answers prayers, but he does it through the son, into whose hands he has committed all things. The faith of the nephites and the language of the book of mormon tends to be harmonized with certain contemporary statements about mormon beliefs. At the same time, many of joseph smiths friends and continue reading commentary on doctrine. Top, doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. And should we ever fail to get an answer to our prayers, we must look into our lives for a reason. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol.
A compendium of the gospel, which he described as the first major attempt to digest, explain, and analyze all of the important doctrines of the kingdom and the first extensive compendium of the whole gospelthe first attempt to publish an encyclopedic. We, who read nearly every night our entire marriage, stopped reading scriptures because of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. Chapter 12 mormon s commentary on the condition of the peoplehuman frailty and the goodness and power of godblessed are the penitentmen to be judged according to their works chapter beginning of the prophecy of samuel the lamanitesamuel proclaims his prophecies from the city wall sword of justice to fall on fourth generationnephite. Millet and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices.
They are more willing to believe in dead prophets than living ones. Wherefore, all things which are good cometh of god. He gives this clinical description of how the angel was. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v4 by robert l. An ideal companion to the authors latterday commentary on the book of mormon, this volume will change the way you read and study the doctrine and covenants. Welch, the discovery of chiasmus in the book of mormon. This four volume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard workdoctrine. In february 1833, joseph smith continue reading commentary on doctrine.
Students will improve their ability to study the doctrines of the gospel in their scriptural context, leading to greater understanding and personal. Oct 08, 2012 this four volume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard work doctrine. Review of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. The book of mormon keystone of our religion, chapter 9 in teachings of presidents of the church. Although we have not called this a chiasmus, for a discussion of chiasmus in the book of mormon, see john w. Nibley volume 1 edited from semester 1, 2 nibleys commentary on the book of mormon is based on. As the keystone of our religion, the book of mormon is highpriority reading. Written by respected gospel scholars, joseph fielding mcconkie, robert l. Christianplatonic doctrine, as well as the rites and priesthood offices needed to. Jacob through mosiah 1988, by joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. Volume 2 of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. Verses 15 casey paul griffiths lds scholar the language in this revelation closely follows the saviors words to simon peter matthew 16.
Mcconkie and millet, doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. Verses 16 casey paul griffiths lds scholar hyrums father and brother samuel had already witnessed spiritual manifestations of josephs revelatory powers. Dec 01, 2010 this four volume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard work doctrine. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volume i. Jan 04, 2012 joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l.
Millet, doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, 4 vols. Proper prayers are made to the father, in the name of the son, by the power of the holy ghost. Book of mormon commentary link step by step through the. Teachings and commentaries on the doctrine and covenants. Naturally, it is read with varying degrees of comprehension, and many of us need assistance to deepen our understanding. Chapter 12 amuleks testimony confirmed by alma doctrine of the tree of lifethe plan of redemption expounded. Verses casey paul griffiths lds scholar this revelation contains the first commandment to keep an official history, the beginning of the vast historical enterprise of the church, and five titles associated with the continue reading commentary on. If you dont believe me, then come to your own conclusion based on mormon 6. Dividing the material into convenient topical sections, each volume quotes the book of mormon verses and gives detailed commentary that reflects not only the authors own considerable scholarship and research but also the insights of other scriptures and modern prophets.
Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon vol 1 first and second nephi first and second nephi. No underlining or marking throughout, except for about 10 pages of pencil marking in volume 3. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volumes 14 by. Ridges learn about the scriptures and understand them as never before with beloved scholar david ridges as he narrates his bestselling audiobook. This four volume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard work doctrine. Abridges the book of mormon and secures almost all the plates in the hill cumorah in anticipation of the final battle editors note. Teachings and doctrine of the book of mormon student readings. Or it could be that the name gazelem gazelam is a title having to do with power to translate ancient records and that almas reference was to some nephite prophet who brought the book of ether to light in the golden era of nephite history. Teachings and doctrine of the book of mormon religion 275 is a study of prominent doctrinal themes emphasized by the inspired authors of the book of mormon, with emphasis on heavenly fathers plan and the central role of his son, jesus christ. The second desolation of abomination will occur prior to the second coming when jerusalem is again taken siege by her enemies. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volumes 14 book. In illustration 3, the chiastic pattern shown is not necessarily intended to portray a. Teachings and commentaries on the doctrine and covenants by.
The last book of mormon commentary war written in the late 1950s elders george reynolds and janne sjodahl, so it was about time that another book of mormon commentary was written, especially since president ezra taft benson placed such a pointed emphasis on this book of books. The most valuable aspect of this set are the occasional authoritative quotes the authors use from modern prophets and apostles, but if this is what you want, you would be better off with k douglas bassetts doctrinal insights to the book of mormon 3 vols which are strictly. Iii and iv nephi, mormon and moroni tc copy 11 is in clark collection. This commentary is also an improvement upon other books, since its focus is primarily upon doctrine, and not on. Verses 14 casey paul griffiths lds scholar this revelation allowed for substances other than wine or bread to be used as sacramental emblems in worship services in the church. I know you cant believe that he wrote the entire book of mormon at this hectic time. Doctrinal new testament commentary bruce r mcconkie 3 vols. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, 2 by joseph. Dividing the material into convenient topical sections, each volume quotes the book of mormon verses and gives detailed commentary that reflects not only the authors own considerable scholarship and research but also the insights of other. Parry while alice of wonderland fame watched the white knight slide down the poker, she discovered a book lying near.
Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v4 book. Finding doctrine and meaning in book of mormon isaiah. Mormons have traditionally viewed theology and theologians with suspicion. Mormon doctrine originally subtitled a compendium of the gospel is an encyclopedic work written in 1958 by bruce r. Start by marking doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. In 1958, mcconkie, then a member of the first council of the seventy of the lds church, published a book entitled mormon doctrine. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon by robert millet and joseph fielding mcconkie this is a 4 volume set which doesnt go straight through the book of mormon as some other commentaries, but approaches it by topic and then studies the scriptures with prophetic statements about those verses. Matthews a series with the title doctrinal commentary 011 the book of mormon carries with it a very heavy responsibility. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon vol 1 first. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v1 by joseph.
The authors offer nothing new to the study of the book of mormon. Best of book of mormon commentary list scripture notes. Mcconkie, a general authority of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church. These verses are a continue reading commentary on doctrine. Chapter 12 mormon s commentary on the condition of the peoplehuman frailty and the goodness and power of godblessed are the penitentmen to be judged according to their works. As coauthor robert millet explains, though the story of the book of mormon, the narrative, is true and inspiring, the power of the book of mormon lies in its doctrine and in its precepts. This fourvolume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard work doctrine. As i read the book of mormon this year in gospel doctrine class i tried to stay up with the commentary as well. Volume 1 of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. The four volume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard work doctrine. The most valuable aspect of this set are the occasional authoritative quotes the authors use from modern prophets and apostles, but if this is what you want, you would be better off with k douglas bassetts doctrinal insights to the book of mormon 3 vols. Verse 1 casey paul griffiths lds scholar most of the doctrine and covenants is simply addressed to all people, without any specifications about gender.
Utah historical quarterly, volume 84, number 3, 2016 by. I had taken a class from robert millet in college and had crossed paths with him and also joseph mcconkie many times in my life, as i grewup so close to both of them, so i was excited to be taught from them in these books on the book of mormon. The series quotes each verse of book of mormon scripture and gives a detailed commentary citing additional scripture and prophetic insight. First and second nephi and jacob through mosiah, vols. If we ever move apart, it is we who move and not the lord. Naturally, it is read with varying degrees of comprehension, and many.
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