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1981 Version "About this edition: Some minor errors in the text have been perpetuated in past editions of the Book of Mormon. This edition contains corrections that seem appropriate to bring the material into conformity with prepublication manuscripts and early editions edited by the Prophet Joseph Smith." (from A Brief Explanation About The Book of Mormon)
3,913 Changes in the Book of Mormon
The Changing World of Mormonism: The Book of Mormon - "Our study has led us to the conclusion that the Book of Mormon is not an ancient or divinely-inspired record, but rather a product of the nineteenth century. In this chapter we hope to state 'clearly and logically' the 'evidences and arguments on which the imposture was detected.'"
An Introduction to The Book of Mormon Prepared by Jeff Lindsay
Does Archeology Support the Book of Mormon? A Survey of the Evidence - "The numerous anachronisms of the Book or Mormon together with the complete absence of direct archaeological corroboration surely explain why the premise that the Book of Mormon is an authentic ancient record of a pre-Columbian New World civilization has failed to gain a single convert among non-Mormon archaeologists."
Evidences for The Book of Mormon Prepared by Jeff Lindsay
FARMS Book of Mormon Studies - Foundation for Ancient Research and Mormon Studies - Institute for the Study and Preservation of Ancient Religious Texts at Brigham Young University.
Free Copy of the Book of Mormon from the Utah Church - fill out this form to receive a free copy of the Book of Mormon. The Church will attempt to deliver the book to you in person; they're hoping that you will listen to a missionary discussion as part of the delivery.
National Geographic Society Letter Regarding the Book of Mormon - "So far as we know there is no archaeological evidence to verify the history of early peoples of the Western Hemisphere as presented in the Book of Mormon."
Pictures of the pages of the 1830 Edition - "Colored, photographic fascimile reprint of every page of the original 1830 (Palmyra) first edition Book of Mormon."
Questions on the Book of Mormon, its Author and His Work - an exhaustive list of questions and critical analysis of the Book of Mormon.
Restored Covenant Edition of the Book of Mormon - "The Restored Covenant Edition (RCE) has been prepared because, according to our testimony, the Lord directed us [the Zarahemla Research Foundation] to do it: to restore the purity of the Book of Mormon-restoring words from the manuscripts that were either left out or changed; to restore the main purpose of the Book of Mormon which is to restore a knowledge of the covenants; to restore a knowledge of the underlying spiritual name of the Book of Mormon which is Book of the Restoration of the Covenant because "Mormon" means restoration of the covenant; to restore the poetic nature of the text making it easier to read and to comprehend and making it easier to identify various types of Hebrew poetry and; to restore a natural versification (independent of verse numbers) by grouping like thoughts together through the use of blank lines thus making it easier to comprehend."
RLDS 1908 Book of Mormon - "Compared with the orginal manuscript and the Kirtland edition of 1837, which was carefully reexamined and compared with the original manuscript by Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery." (from the title page)
Smithsonian Letter Regarding the Book of Mormon - "Smithsonian archeologists see no direct connection between the archeology of the New World and the subject matter of the book. "
Solomon Spalding Library - this home page is devoted to studying and reporting on the life and works of early American author Solomon Spalding (1761-1816)...One of the earliest explanations for [Book of Mormon] non-Israelite authorship surfaced in the popular press in December of 1833, when the Wayne Sentinel of Palmyra, New York credited the authorship to "a respectable clergyman now dead." ... The information and resources presented here are intended both to inform the curious browser of history and to support the serious student of early 19th Century American life and literature.
A Theory of Evolutionary Development for the Structure of the Book of Mormon - by Quinn Brewster, Dialogue, Summer 1996
The Witnesses - Investigates the credibility of the witnesses to the Book of Mormon.
Zarahemla Research Foundation - "a non-profit, tax-deductible organization dedicated to Book of Mormon research. The foundation is not associated with any specific religious organization. Membership is open to anyone interested in Book of Mormon research. Our purpose is to prepare believers for the Book of Mormon Breakthrough—the time when the Lord will take the Book of Mormon to the world in great spiritual power."
1830 Book of Mormon by Joseph Smith, Herald Publishing House, 1973.
American Apocrypha : Essays on the Book of Mormon by Dan Vogel (Editor), Brent Lee Metcalfe (Editor), Signature Books, 2002.
The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ (Official Edition, 1981 Version) by Joseph Smith, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 1981.
Joseph Smith and the Origins of the Book of Mormon, 2d ed. by David Persuitte, McFarland and Company, 2000. Book Description: Just as a growing interest in millennialism at the turn of the century has rejuvenated religious debate and questions of the fate of the world, so did Mormonism develop from millennial enthusiasm early in the nineteenth century. Joseph Smith, the founder of Mormonism, and a provocative, even controversial figure in history, believed that he had been given the authority to restore a corrupted Christianity to the true church. The primary source of Smith's latter-day revelation is The Book of Mormon, and to fully understand his role as the founder of the Mormon faith, one must also understand The Book of Mormon and how it came to be. Unfortunately, the literature about Joseph Smith and The Book of Mormon is permeated with contradiction and controversy. This impressive work, now in an expanded and revised second edition incorporating new findings, presents new biographical information about Smith and resolves many of the controversies concerning his character. Through an extensive comparative analysis it posits as a probable conceptual source for The Book of Mormon, a book written by New England minister Ethan Smith entitled View of the Hebrew; or the Tribes of Israel in America. The results of this research were presented together for the first time ever in the first edition of this work and are instrumental in shedding much new light on the path Joseph Smith took toward founding the Church of the Latter-day Saints. About the Author: David Persuitte is a technical editor living in Arnold, Maryland.
New Approaches to the Book of Mormon : Explorations in Critical Methodology by Brent Lee Metcalfe (Editor), Signature Books, 1993. Book Review: "New Approaches to the Book of Mormon" moves beyond (the question: Is the Book of Mormon truly and ancient document?"). This is no "Anti-Mormon" tract which is attempting to "disprove" the "Book of Mormon" -- this is a series of articles by scholars who want to look more deeply into the book and pull out the implications. - John Hamer.
Quest for the Gold Plates : Thomas Stuart Ferguson's Archaeological Search for the Book of Mormon by Stan Larson, Freethinker Pr, 1998. Book Description: A controversial account of Thomas Stuart Ferguson's efforts to confirm the archaeology of the Book of Mormon and his final rejection of the historicity of the Book of Mormon. About the Author: Stan Larson received his Ph.D. degree from the University of Birmingham, Birmingham, England. He is the editor of "Prisoner for Polygamy," "My Continuing Quest," "A Ministry of Meetings," "The Truth, The Way, The Life," "Modern Echoes from Ancient Hills," "Working the Divine Miracle," and "What E'er Thou Art, Act Well Thy Part." He has also published articles in the "Ensign," "BYU Studies," "Dialogue," "Sunstone," "Journal of Mormon History," and "Evangelical Quarterly."
Studies of the Book of Mormon by Brigham D. Madsen (Editor), Signature Books, 1992. Book Review: B. H. Roberts critically analyzes questions from an inquirer regarding the Book of Mormon. This set is really a set of three studies into the book's difficulties and origins. The first "Book of Mormon Difficulties" involves difficulties in the diverse number of languages of the American Indians, the presence of various animals (e.g. horse, elephant) in historic times, the use of silk, and the presence of various metallic constructions (steel) not entirely apparent to have existed the New World. Roberts answers the questions as best as can be possible, with the major exception of the language problem which baffles his inquiry. The second and third pieces, "Book of Mormon Studies" and "Parallel", examine the evidence relating the origin of the Mormon scripture to E. Smith's "View of the Hebrews". This evidence is compelling, especially in the context of its presenter, an ardent defender of the Mormon faith. What is exemplary about Robert's presentation is his honesty in resolving his dilemmas and the manner in which he goes about his research. Far too often, a researcher will seek evidences to support his position, as is the cause of the numerous contradictory apologetics presented in christianity today. There are few researchers today who would even consider the remote possibility of an assailant's argument being correct, with a worthy attempt of discovery. Most simply disregard all arguments contrary to their belief system. The Roberts' studies are a refreshing source of inquiry in the field of religious discussion. I would recommend this book for Mormon and non-Mormon alike and would recommend further the discovery of other works which both contribute to the Book of Mormon difficulties and answer them. - Terrance Moore. About the Author: B. H. Roberts was one of the two primary Mormon historians (and a church General Authority) of the late 1800s and early 1900s and published over 50 books/volumes during the last 45 years of his life.