The following examples are conspicuous instances of such contradictions. If this is the case, then this would resolve the apparent contradiction between the bible and the book of mormon regarding what happened at the time of christs death, for we would have 3 hours of darkness in. Below is the modern map of the area of smiths youth. Ces letter mismatches verses here is how the sermon on the mount compares between the kjv bible and book of mormon. The problem with the book of mormon isnt where it contradicts the christian bible, but where it agrees with the bible but shouldnt. These book of mormon verses should match the inspired jst. The bible says believers were first called christians after pauls ministry in antioch. The mormon religion not only contradicts the bible, but also contradicts itself in many ways. Feb 19, 2020 the problem with the book of mormon isnt where it contradicts the christian bible, but where it agrees with the bible but shouldnt. The bible the bible teaches that all men have sinned and fallen short of the glory of god. Multitude feels wounds in book of mormon 3 nephi 11. The bom promotes racism, claims there was a temple like solomons built in the. The bible states that all of king zedekiahs sons were killed. This video covers but a few of the many contradiction between the book of mormon and the word of truth, the holy bible.
However, almost none of the lds doctrine and beliefs are held in the bom. Where does the book of mormon contradict the bible. The book of mormon and the bible mormons in transition. The bible plainly states that the gospel, with its inclusion of gentiles, was not fully revealed until. Because the bible says he was born in bethlehem, critics suggest that the book of mormon must be a fraud. In nearly all cases, the book of mormon presents theology consistent.
David, we agree that, if you want to know the truth, then the. Points out the contradictions between the bible and book of mormon as well as errors in translation in the king james version kjv of the bible that were copied into the book of mormon. Does the book of mormon compliment the bible, or contradict it. While claiming to follow the bible, are they actually contradicting the word of god. Most mormons will try and tell you the book of mormon was generalizing when you question them on this issue. The book of mormon contains a version of the sermon on the mount, which some authors have claimed to be the achilles heel of the book of mormon. The book of mormon and the king james bible wikipedia. But the book of mormon contradicts and says that his son, mulek, lived. Mormon god himself was once as we are now, and is an exalted man, and sits enthroned in yonder heavens. Contradictions between the bible and book of mormon life. Seems to me, what youre describing, your own special revelation would, and should, supercede what your prophet says. She has only responded so far with quotes from joseph smith, and a nonreferenced summary of the lds church belief.
Roberts in his book studies of the book of mormon, p. Contrary to the bible, the book of mormon claims that one son of king zedekiah escaped destruction and came to the americas. Apologetics press the bible versus the book of mormon. We dont see the book of mormon as contradicting the bible. Provides examples of contradictions between what the bible teaches, what the books of the mormon church teach. It may contradict your interpretation of the bible, but not ours. The book of mormon is supposed to be a history of real people living in a real place. Book of mormon prophecies of christ specific bible prophecies veiled actually non. Following is a short comparison between christian doctrine and mormon doctrine. It does not contradict the bible as the bible is translated correctly. The book of mormon contains many linguistic similarities to the king james bible kjv. One author makes the point that certain portions of the greek manuscripts of matthew 57 do not agree with the kjv of the text, and concludes that the book of mormon version of the sermon should not contain text similar to the kjv. The book of mormon speaks clearly that it was not inspired by god.
The book of mormon brings clarification and support to the bible. The book of mormon contradicts the bible in all sorts of ways. The book of mormon vs the bible christian research institute. In the mormon book doctrine and covenants, a collection of gods socalled revelations to joseph smith, god the father has a body of flesh and bones as tangible as mans. On this website, well show you how that works by including lessons from. Yes, the book of mormon contradicts the bible the church of jesus christ of latterday saints or mormons claim that, along with the bible, the book of mormon 1 is a. The contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible constitute a most serious obstacle to accepting the book of mormon as latterday scripture supplemental to the bible. The contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible constitute a most serious obstacle to accepting the book of mormon as latterday scripture supplemental to the. Book of mormon prophecies of christ specific bible prophecies veiled actually nonexistent unless scripture misquoted or prophecies stretched to have two meanings. Ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth.
Three simple ways to show contradictions in the mormon. The book of mormon derives its names from a book that has semitic sources, i. Are there obvious contradictions between the book of. How does the book of mormons and the bible compare. Three simple ways to show contradictions in the mormon belief. Bible q does the book of mormon contradict the bible. Smith points out that the 360day year of mesoamerica seems to solve the problem nicely, and argues that what critics saw as a gaffe actually adds to the plausibility of the book of mormon as an. Jul 06, 2011 the contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible constitute a most serious obstacle to accepting the book of mormon as latterday scripture supplemental to the bible. The following examples are some of such contradictions. Additionally, the church has made clear in the 1981 and the 20 editions of the book of mormon in footnote a for 2 nephi 12. However, the book of mormon claims the christian church was established as early as 147 b. Article citing verses in book of mormon that contradict specific teaching of the bible both cannot be from god.
Comparison with the king james bible in english shows that there are differences in more than half of the 433 verses of isaiah quoted in the book of mormon, while about 200 verses have the same wording as the. In fact, a bible believer would expect there to be. On this website, well show you how that works by including lessons from the bible and then telling you what the book of mormon has to say about them. Disproves mormonism using the bible, mormon scripture, statistical analysis and common sense. Where does the book of mormon contradict the bible page 8. Is the book of mormon really the most correct of any book on earth. The book of mormon teaches that god has flesh and bones and that he has a wife with whom they produce spirit offspring in heaven that will inhabit human bodies on earth. Points out the contradictions between the bible and book of mormon as well as errors in translation in the king james version kjv of the bible that were copied into the book of. Book of mormon contradicts bible watchman fellowship. The book of mormon contains numerous passages that contradict what the bible says. Below are just some of the contradictions weve found between the bible and the book of mormon. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible.
Oct 20, 2008 the book of mormon doesnt contradict the bible per say, sure it might take the overall idea out of context but the book of mormon is just some guys added version of the bible. I pray that you search these many contradictions out for yourself so that. Many of the names in the book of mormon are just plucked directly from the bible, e. The book of mormon includes mistranslated biblical passages that were later changed in joseph smiths translation of the bible. The book of mormon contradicts itself and the bible. Book of mormontranslation errors from the kjv fairmormon. Book of mormon difficulties, contradictions and explanations. Here in the book of mormon it says jerusalem is a city. How can mormons believe that god the father has a body when the bible says god is pure spirit. Three simple ways to show contradictions in the mormon belief of. In some cases, entire passages are duplicated in the book of mormon. The book of mormon doesnt contradict the bible per say, sure it might take the overall idea out of context but the book of mormon is just some guys added version of the. Book of mormon kjv bible contradictions some crucify, purification, unpardonable user name.
Book of mormon commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. Doctrines of the book of mormon compared to the bible and mormon teachings. Are there obvious contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible. Joseph smith is the founder of mormonism and writertranslator of three of the four mormon scriptures. Oct 30, 2012 this video covers but a few of the many contradiction between the book of mormon and the word of truth, the holy bible. However, the book of mormon fails the tests that the bible gives to identify genuine revelations from god. The fact that there are numerous disagreements between the bible and the book of mormon does not disparage the bible in any way. In fact, a bible believer would expect there to be contradictions between the two, since the bible never gives any legitimacy to the book of mormon, but actually condemns it cf.
But to achieve exaltation or godhood it is available only to. The heavy use of the bible in the book of mormon raises some difficult questions about the authenticity of the book of mormon as a translation of ancient historical documents. The ancient near east journal of book of mormon studies, vol. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which adherents believe contains writings of ancient prophets who lived on the american continent from approximately.
I have asked her to provide 3 examples of the book of mormon contradicting the bible. Translation errors in the king james bible appearing in the book of mormon summary. The contradicting god of mormonism life after ministry. Feb 26, 2005 since the book of mormon is mostly plagiarism of the bible, it may not directly contradict in many areas. Thy righteousness is an everlasting righteousness, and thy law is the truth. Unless otherwise indicated, bible quotations are taken from the king james version. But to achieve exaltation or godhood it is available only to mormons who obey the teachings specific to the book of mormon. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints or mormons claim that, along with the bible, the book of mormon 1 is a revelation from god. And where it never challenges, disagrees with or contradicts the orthodox christian creeds. Scholars today have varying theories about the true authorship of the book of mormon, but most conclude that smith composed the book himself, possibly with the help of oliver cowdery and sidney rigdon, drawing from information and publications available in his time, including the king james bible, the wonders of nature, and view of the hebrews. These book of mormon verses should match the inspired jst version instead of the incorrect kjv version that joseph later fixed. It is easily demonstrated that none of these paired scriptures contradict. Book of mormon kjv bible contradictions some latter.
Printed in canada first edition, isbn 9780981146720. The book of mormon claims that jesuss atonement provided for the immortality for all people. Theyve been taught to tell people that jerusalem is an area or that jerusalem and bethlehem are suburbs of each other. The bible versus the book of mormon apologetics press. These include endowments, celestial marriage, and specific tithing. Book of mormon kjv bible contradictions some crucify.
Jan 10, 2006 this appears to be the position of the late mormon general authority b. Another testament of jesus christ is a separate book and validates and upholds the bible. Once you start learning these, this is where different gospel becomes preached. Some of them are substantial doctrines that define key doctrines. Joseph smith and the validity of the book of abraham.
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