I am grateful to have been asked to discuss the title page of the book of mormon. 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. First and second nephi and jacob through mosiah, vols. The nephites and the lamanites are not the only people who will be judged by the things recorded in the book of mormon. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v1 written by respected gospel scholars, joseph fielding mcconkie, robert l. Below is the introduction to what will be an ongoing personal chapterbychapter commentary on the book of mormon, starting with 1st nephi. Millet, doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. The book of doctrine and covenants is one of the standard works of the church in company with the holy bible, the book of mormon, and the pearl of great price however, the doctrine and covenants is unique because it is not a translation of an ancient document, but is of modern origin and was given of god through his chosen prophets for the resto. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon 4 volume, brent l. Volume 1 of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon.
May 03, 2014 mcconkie and millets four volume doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon is good, although it is as conservative a series as you might guess a work by a man sporting the names of both joseph fielding smith and bruce r. In order to navigate out of this carousel please use your heading shortcut key to navigate to the next or previous heading. Other volumes are planned as additional symposia are held. As a focus for gospel study, no book can begin to take the place of the book of mormon. Millet as they undertake their doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. Product description as the keystone of our religion, the book of mormon is highpriority reading. The commentary is insightful and we learned many new and interesting thingspoints about most every section. Doctrinal commentary on the pearl of great price byu studies. Top, this series focuses on the most significant aspect of the.
Review of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. This book is a handy and extremely useful reference work for students of the book of mormon, particularly those who not only treasure the truthfulness of the record but delight in the way those truths are delivered. Book of mormon central archive joseph fielding mcconkie, robert l. Book of mormon central archive joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon covers the entire book of mormon text and explores its many profound themes from the transcendent blessing of the divine saviors appearances all the way down to the depths of human evil and depravity and will assist us in understanding this great restoration scripture. It is not sponsored or endorsed by either the maxwell institute or brigham young university, and. This commentary is also an improvement upon other books, since its focus is primarily upon doctrine. Naturally, it is read with varying degrees of comprehension, and many of us need assistance to deepen our understanding.
My husband and i read from it each night while studying the book of mormon. Review of books on the book of mormon 19892011 volume 4number 1 article 54 1992 joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. Seminaries and institutes of religion curriculum services. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon by joseph f. 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 psalms in israels temple worship in the old testament and in the book of mormon. 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.
Photograph of the book of mormon by jasmin gimenez rappleye. The nook book ebook of the doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volumes 14 book. Click download or read online button to get doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon book now. Book of mormon commentaries the encyclopedia of mormonism. Book of mormon commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. They are not compatible with kindle or other ereader devices. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. Portrait of a man, said to be christopher columbus by sebastiano del piombo, ca. 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. Jul 30, 2007 doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v2. What are some great commentary books on the book of mormon. Teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon deseret. But if you want to understand its message fully, this commentary on the pearl of great price will help you do so.
As the keystone of our religion, the book of mormon is highpriority reading. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. Maxwell institute for religious scholarship and nibley llc. Of course it could hardly be entitled elucidations upon a series of related theological themes selected as major religiophilosophical contributions of the pearl of great price, with. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon open library. Containing every single verse of the book of mormon, breaks up the text into contextually analogous readerfriendly segments arranged in primarily chronological format, supplemented with summaries of each segment, divided by headings and pages that reveal the texts full context. Book of mormon doctrinal mastery allonone page pdf. Jacob through mosiah joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v3 by robert l. Buy a cheap copy of doctrinal commentary on the book of. This fourvolume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard workdoctrine. Accounts of divine manifestations, 18201844 second edition. First and second nephi by joseph field mcconkie, robert l.
However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. The four,volume set provides a thorough commentary on the verses in the book of mormon. Review of books on the book of mormon 19892011 volume 4number 1 article 55 1992 joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. Learn more doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon 1987 edition. Mcconkie and millets four volume doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon is good, although it is as conservative a series as you might guess a work by a man sporting the names of both joseph fielding smith and bruce r. Lehi in the desertthe world of the jareditesthere were jaredites. First and second nephi paperback july 30, 2007 by joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon download ebook.
Top, this series focuses on the most significant aspect of the book of mormonthe doctrine. 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. Search for library items search for lists search for contacts search for a library. This fourvolume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of. My suggestion is to collect a copy as economically as you can put it on the shelf and when you are ready to replace your book of mormon study with a commentary include it in one of your book of mormon cycles. Naturally, it is read with varying degrees of comprehension, and many of us. Youll enjoy it you might not love it but it will help mix things up. The nook book ebook of the doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. Nibleys commentary on the book of mormon is based on transcriptions from classes taught by hugh nibley, and is published with the permission of the neal a. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v1 by joseph.
The book of mormon scripture doctrinal mastery cards are great picture visuals for learning the scriptures. A 14yearold boy recently said to me a little hesitantly, brother holland, i cant say yet that i know the church is true, but i believe it is. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, 2 by joseph. This work focuses on the most significant aspect of that book. Jacob through mosiah by joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. Published by the church of jesus christ of latterday saints salt lake city, utah. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volumes 14 by. This book has quotes from lds scholars and church authorities that go along with scriptures in the book of mormon. Book of mormon doctrinal mastery cards kristen duke. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volumes 14. Book of mormon seminary teacher manual 2017 english only doctrinal mastery book of mormon teacher material book of mormon study guide for homestudy seminary students 20.
The king james quotations in the book of mormon, the history of the text of the book of mormon. With its approachable writing style and wealth of usable information, commentaries and teachings on the book of mormon is an invaluable resource for personal study, family instruction, speaking assignments, lesson preparation, missionary work, and more. Books on the book of mormon 19892011 by an authorized editor of byu scholarsarchive. Nymans six volume, three thousand page, book of mormon commentary.
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In my scripture study last year, i would read a chapter in the book of mormon and then read the quotes in this book that went a long with it. As the keystone of our religion, in joseph smiths words, the book of mormon is high priority reading. A volume entitled a book of mormon treasury 1959, taken from the pages of the improvement era, contains thirtysix articles by general authorities and other respected students of the book of mormon on historical, geographical, and doctrinal matters, as well as biblical relationships. I love the book of mormon, the doctrine and covenants, and the bible. The book of mormon truly is the keystone of our religion. Joseph fielding joseph fielding doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon 4 vol. This is the dilemma facing joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. This is a page that can be printed again and again and be used with activities, studying, discussion, etc.
Top, joseph fielding mcconkie, robert millet, book of mormon, scriptural commentaries, 3 stars. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volume 1 by. Despite deseret book s claim that the decision was based on declining sales, some observers opined that the move was because of the book s uncompromising presentation of controversial mormon ideas from which the church is attempting to distance itself. I have a designer create these sets for me, and pay her for her hourly work, so i charge a small fee, in hopes i can sell enough to even out the cost for myself. Written by respected gospel scholars, joseph fielding mcconkie, robert l. The authors are very knowledgeable and reliable in the things they share. This fourvolume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard work doctrine. Read doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon by joseph fielding mcconkie available from rakuten kobo. This volume will change the way you read and study the book of mormon. Seminary manuals the church of jesus christ of latterday. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon download.
Reynolds and sjodahl, commentary on the book of mormon, vol. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, 2 vols. My emphasis will be on doctrinal and historical items, with citations provided to other sources and commentaries when used. This fourvolume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard work. The series quotes each verse of book of mormon scripture and gives a detailed commentary citing additional scripture and prophetic insight. Millet and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon rakuten kobo. 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. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v4 by robert l. This suggests that most of us could benefit by some aid to that undrstanding. The book needs a broader title if it is to be descriptive of the content.
As coauthor robert millet explains, though the story of the book of mormon, the narrative, is true and inspiring. Naturally it is read with varying degrees of understanding. On one hand, they are adamantine in their conviction that the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. A 14yearold boy recently said to me a little hesitantly, brother holland, i cant say yet that i know the church is true, but i believe it. Verse by verse, the book of mormon is a twovolume, userfriendly commentary that balances doctrinal commentary with quotations from general authorities, cultural and linguistic insights, and thorough but intelligible helps for understanding difficult scriptural passages. Top, this series focuses on the most significant aspect of the book of mormon the doctrine.