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The Editor's Notebook, Dana M. Pike
The Editor's Notebook, Dana M. Pike
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
Summary of current issue.
Contributors, Journal Of Book Of Mormon L. Studies
Contributors, Journal Of Book Of Mormon L. Studies
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
No abstract provided.
In Search Of Lehi's Trail—30 Years Later, Lynn M. Hilton
In Search Of Lehi's Trail—30 Years Later, Lynn M. Hilton
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
Some critics of the Book of Mormon have suggested that Joseph Smith produced the book through a process known as “automatic writing,” a rapid flow of language claimed to be generated through paranormal means such as trance-like states or claimed communications with spirits. This paper presents an overview of some prominent claims of automatic writing and examines the historical and scientific evidence for the authenticity of at least some of these cases. After discussing the similarities between these works and the Book of Mormon, the paper outlines a number of features in the Book of Mormon that clearly differentiate it …
Across Arabia With Lehi And Sariah: “Truth Shall Spring Out Of The Earth”, Warren P. Aston
Across Arabia With Lehi And Sariah: “Truth Shall Spring Out Of The Earth”, Warren P. Aston
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
Aston draws on his own research in Yemen and Oman as well as on the work of other scholars and researchers to explore two locations in the Book of Mormon account of Lehi’s journey through Arabia: Nahom and Bountiful. Preliminarily, Aston highlights Nephi’s own directional indications for each leg of the journey, considers the relevance of existing trade routes, and suggests relative durations of stops along the way. He reviews the research on the tribal area associated with Nahom, including the discovery of an altar dating to roughly 600 bc that bears the tribal name NHM—possibly the first archaeological evidence …
Lehi's Trail: From The Valley Of Lemuel To Nephi's Harbor, George D. Potter, Richard Wellington
Lehi's Trail: From The Valley Of Lemuel To Nephi's Harbor, George D. Potter, Richard Wellington
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
Bradford introduces reviews of Royal Skousen’s work on the critical text project.
Refining The Spotlight On Lehi And Sariah, S. Kent Brown
Refining The Spotlight On Lehi And Sariah, S. Kent Brown
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
Royal Skousen’s endeavor to recover the original text of the Book of Mormon is more complicated than it seems because it involves more than simply reproducing the original manuscript. Rather, what Skousen means by “original text” is the very language that appeared on the Urim and Thummim. Every subsequent step, such as Joseph’s reading, his scribes’ understanding and transcribing of that utterance, and Oliver Cowdery’s copying of the manuscript for the printer, exposed the text to the possibility of human subjectivity and error. This paper explains the nature and scope of Skousen’s monumental undertaking and presents some of the methods …
“We Did Again Take Our Journey”, Dave Lefevre
“We Did Again Take Our Journey”, Dave Lefevre
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
Photographic presentation of Book of Mormon editions in English.
The Brightening Light On The Journey Of Lehi And Sariah, Daniel B. Mckinlay
The Brightening Light On The Journey Of Lehi And Sariah, Daniel B. Mckinlay
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
Until now, nearly all commentaries on the Book of Mormon have focused mainly on issues of doctrine rather than beginning with the text itself. Royal Skousen’s critical text project does the opposite by treating the text itself on the word and phrase level. Skousen weighs nearly all possible evidence to deduce the events that may have led to the variations seen in the texts and to draw conclusions about which readings are most likely original. Some conclusions may surprise readers, but Skousen is more interested in candidly documenting what the texts reveal than in interpreting all the implications. Several lengthy …
Birds Along Lehi's Trail, Stephen L. Carr
Birds Along Lehi's Trail, Stephen L. Carr
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
Royal Skousen’s work on his Book of Mormon critical text project demonstrates that he is an able textual critic who employs sound judgment and proven methods to uncover the original text of the Book of Mormon. In many cases, these decisions seem counterintuitive to untrained readers, but Skousen correctly applies the principle that a more awkward reading is most likely original. He also shows his ability to make conjectural emendations for which no direct textual evidence is available. In every case, Skousen clearly lays out his reasoning so that readers who disagree with his inferences can examine the evidence for …
Weather Report From The Valley Of Lemuel, Wm. Revell Phillips
Weather Report From The Valley Of Lemuel, Wm. Revell Phillips
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
In his effort to correct and preserve the original text of the Book of the Mormon, Royal Skousen has also increased our understanding of and appreciation for this volume of sacred scripture. Skousen’s close examination of the use of words and phrases throughout the book highlights its intertextuality and demonstrates that Book of Mormon authors were aware of and influenced by the words of previous authors. Moreover, restoring the original text helps clarify some vague constructions and should also caution us against putting too much emphasis on the exact wording of the present Book of Mormon. Skousen’s analysis of how …
Out Of The Dust: Steel In Early Metallurgy, John L. Sorenson
Out Of The Dust: Steel In Early Metallurgy, John L. Sorenson
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
The Journal of the Book of Mormon and Other Restoration Scripture is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to promoting understanding of the history, meaning, and significance of the scriptures and other sacred texts revealed through the Prophet Joseph Smith.
Journal Of Book Of Mormon Studies Volume 15 Issue 2, Neal A. Maxwell Institute For Religious Scholarship
Journal Of Book Of Mormon Studies Volume 15 Issue 2, Neal A. Maxwell Institute For Religious Scholarship
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
No abstract provided.
An Archaeologist's View, Jeffrey R. Chadwick
An Archaeologist's View, Jeffrey R. Chadwick
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
Royal Skousen’s most significant contribution to Book of Mormon scholarship, this paper states, is in openly and systematically detailing the thousands of variants that occur across two manuscripts and twenty editions and showing that these variations do not affect the message or validity of the book as a witness of Jesus Christ. Skousen’s work also offers new insights into the process of translating and publishing the Book of Mormon. Though the work of translation appears to have involved a number of different methods, we can nevertheless be sure that the Book of Mormon was translated by the “gift and power …
With Real Intent: Out Of Judaism, Nancy Goldberg Hilton
With Real Intent: Out Of Judaism, Nancy Goldberg Hilton
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
A previous report characterized a metal blade discovered at the site of biblical Ekron in Israel as a steel short sword dating from the late seventh century BC, shortly before Lehi left Jerusalem, thus corroborating the much-criticized account of Laban’s steel sword in the Book of Mormon. Unfortunately, these assertions are incorrect. Jeffrey R. Chadwick, who is personally acquainted with the excavators who unearthed the blade, explains here that the blade is not a short sword but probably a ceremonial knife. Additionally, the knife is likely from the eleventh century BC and cannot properly be described as steel. Though this …
The Editor's Notebook, S. Kent Brown
The Editor's Notebook, S. Kent Brown
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
Summary of current issue.
Recovering The Original Text Of The Book Of Mormon: An Interim Review, M. Gerald Bradford
Recovering The Original Text Of The Book Of Mormon: An Interim Review, M. Gerald Bradford
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
Bradford introduces reviews of Royal Skousen’s work on the critical text project.
Contributors, Journal Of Book Of Mormon Studies
Contributors, Journal Of Book Of Mormon Studies
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
No abstract provided.
The Book Of Mormon And Automatic Writing, Robert A. Rees
The Book Of Mormon And Automatic Writing, Robert A. Rees
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
Some critics of the Book of Mormon have suggested that Joseph Smith produced the book through a process known as “automatic writing,” a rapid flow of language claimed to be generated through paranormal means such as trance-like states or claimed communications with spirits. This paper presents an overview of some prominent claims of automatic writing and examines the historical and scientific evidence for the authenticity of at least some of these cases. After discussing the similarities between these works and the Book of Mormon, the paper outlines a number of features in the Book of Mormon that clearly differentiate it …
Prophecy And History: Structuring The Abridgment Of The Nephite Records, Steven L. Olsen
Prophecy And History: Structuring The Abridgment Of The Nephite Records, Steven L. Olsen
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
Utilizing techniques adapted from literary criticism, this paper investigates the narrative structure of the Book of Mormon, particularly the relationship between Nephi’s first-person account and Mormon’s third-person abridgment. A comparison of the order and relative prominence of material from 1 Nephi 12 with the content of Mormon’s historical record reveals that Mormon may have intentionally patterned the structure of his narrative after Nephi’s prophetic vision—a conclusion hinted at by Mormon himself in his editorial comments. With this understanding, readers of the Book of Mormon can see how Mormon’s sometimes unusual editorial decisions are actually guided by an overarching desire to …
The Book Of Mormon Critical Text Project, Terryl L. Givens
The Book Of Mormon Critical Text Project, Terryl L. Givens
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
Royal Skousen’s endeavor to recover the original text of the Book of Mormon is more complicated than it seems because it involves more than simply reproducing the original manuscript. Rather, what Skousen means by “original text” is the very language that appeared on the Urim and Thummim. Every subsequent step, such as Joseph’s reading, his scribes’ understanding and transcribing of that utterance, and Oliver Cowdery’s copying of the manuscript for the printer, exposed the text to the possibility of human subjectivity and error. This paper explains the nature and scope of Skousen’s monumental undertaking and presents some of the methods …
English Editions Of The Book Of Mormon, Journal Of Book Of Mormon Studies
English Editions Of The Book Of Mormon, Journal Of Book Of Mormon Studies
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
Photographic presentation of Book of Mormon editions in English.
Joseph Smith And The Text Of The Book Of Mormon, Robert J. Matthews
Joseph Smith And The Text Of The Book Of Mormon, Robert J. Matthews
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
Royal Skousen’s most significant contribution to Book of Mormon scholarship, this paper states, is in openly and systematically detailing the thousands of variants that occur across two manuscripts and twenty editions and showing that these variations do not affect the message or validity of the book as a witness of Jesus Christ. Skousen’s work also offers new insights into the process of translating and publishing the Book of Mormon. Though the work of translation appears to have involved a number of different methods, we can nevertheless be sure that the Book of Mormon was translated by the “gift and power …
Scholarship For The Ages, Grant R. Hardy
Scholarship For The Ages, Grant R. Hardy
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
Until now, nearly all commentaries on the Book of Mormon have focused mainly on issues of doctrine rather than beginning with the text itself. Royal Skousen’s critical text project does the opposite by treating the text itself on the word and phrase level. Skousen weighs nearly all possible evidence to deduce the events that may have led to the variations seen in the texts and to draw conclusions about which readings are most likely original. Some conclusions may surprise readers, but Skousen is more interested in candidly documenting what the texts reveal than in interpreting all the implications. Several lengthy …
Insights Available As We Approach The Original Text, Kerry Muhlestein
Insights Available As We Approach The Original Text, Kerry Muhlestein
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
In his effort to correct and preserve the original text of the Book of the Mormon, Royal Skousen has also increased our understanding of and appreciation for this volume of sacred scripture. Skousen’s close examination of the use of words and phrases throughout the book highlights its intertextuality and demonstrates that Book of Mormon authors were aware of and influenced by the words of previous authors. Moreover, restoring the original text helps clarify some vague constructions and should also caution us against putting too much emphasis on the exact wording of the present Book of Mormon. Skousen’s analysis of how …
Out Of The Dust: All That Glitters Is Not . . . Steel, Jeffrey R. Chadwick
Out Of The Dust: All That Glitters Is Not . . . Steel, Jeffrey R. Chadwick
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
A previous report characterized a metal blade discovered at the site of biblical Ekron in Israel as a steel short sword dating from the late seventh century BC, shortly before Lehi left Jerusalem, thus corroborating the much-criticized account of Laban’s steel sword in the Book of Mormon. Unfortunately, these assertions are incorrect. Jeffrey R. Chadwick, who is personally acquainted with the excavators who unearthed the blade, explains here that the blade is not a short sword but probably a ceremonial knife. Additionally, the knife is likely from the eleventh century BC and cannot properly be described as steel. Though this …
Journal Of Book Of Mormon Studies Volume 15 Issue 1, Neal A. Maxwell Institute For Religious Scholarship
Journal Of Book Of Mormon Studies Volume 15 Issue 1, Neal A. Maxwell Institute For Religious Scholarship
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
The Journal of the Book of Mormon and Other Restoration Scripture is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to promoting understanding of the history, meaning, and significance of the scriptures and other sacred texts revealed through the Prophet Joseph Smith.
Seeking Joseph Smith's Voice, Kevin L. Barney
Seeking Joseph Smith's Voice, Kevin L. Barney
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
Royal Skousen’s work on his Book of Mormon critical text project demonstrates that he is an able textual critic who employs sound judgment and proven methods to uncover the original text of the Book of Mormon. In many cases, these decisions seem counterintuitive to untrained readers, but Skousen correctly applies the principle that a more awkward reading is most likely original. He also shows his ability to make conjectural emendations for which no direct textual evidence is available. In every case, Skousen clearly lays out his reasoning so that readers who disagree with his inferences can examine the evidence for …