Reprints,
2023
Brigham Young University
Reprints
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
One of the papers offered in this issues' Reprint Series is "Pre-Columbian Old World Coins in America: An Examination of the Evidence, '' by Jeremiah F. Epstein (Current Anthropology 21 [Feb. 1980]: 1-20). Epstein surveys the field of Old World coins dating to pre-Columbian times that have been found in the United States, particularly within the last three decades, to determine how seriously such items should be taken. If valid, the existence of such coins would obviously be a powerful argument for diffusionists.
Project Updates,
2023
Brigham Young University
Project Updates
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
The Book of Mormon Bibliography, an index of all serious studies about the Book of Mormon, should be ready for distribution this fall . It already contains over 1,850 entries. This monumental bibliography will be the first relatively comprehensive listing of articles, papers, book and theses dealing with the Book of Mormon. It will provide a solid base for the Book of Mormon Encyclopedia and facilitate other organized research on Book of Mormon topics as well as guide development of the FARMS Reprint series. It should also help prevent unnecessary duplication of research. When it is available, we hope many …
Notices And Reviews,
2023
Brigham Young University
Notices And Reviews
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
FARMS will be hosting an exhibit on Book of Mormon research in the Garden Court of the Wilkinson Center during BYU Campus Education Week, August 24-27 . We will be passing out literature, selling reprints, gathering suggestions and answering questions about Book of Mormon studies and current FARMS projects. If you are attending Campus Education Week, come by and introduce yourself. Encourage your friends to visit the display and add their names to our mailing list.
Farms News,
2023
Brigham Young University
Farms News
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
A valuable " think-tank" for the Book of Mormon Encyclopedia has just been organized as a six-man advisory council. They include dean of Mormon scholars Hugh Nibley, now professor emeritus of Ancient Scriptures at BYU; Merrill J. Bateman, former dean of BYU's School of Management; Blaine T. Hudson, president of Blaine Hudson Printing in Salt Lake City; Charles D. Tate, editor of BYU Studies; Robert K. Thomas, former BYU academic vice-president; and Jay M. Todd, managing editor of the Ensign.
Director's Message,
2023
Brigham Young University
Director's Message
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
It is hard not to be enthusiastic about the progress FARMS has made in the last twelve months. Hopefully the next twelve will see even more. The strong response of volunteers, donors and scholars has really kept us scrambling to stay ahead . We have benefited from all your comments and suggestions! Keep them coming!
Full Issue,
2023
Brigham Young University
Full Issue
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
No abstract provided.
Preliminary Reports,
2023
Brigham Young University
Preliminary Reports
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
The following two abstracts summarize papers recently received by FARMS. The complete papers, including surveys of the literature and exhaustive examples, provide interesting insights into otherwise perplexing aspects of the Book of Mormon.
Project Updates,
2023
Brigham Young University
Project Updates
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
A critical edition of the Book of M:Jrrron may be a reality within a few months. FARMS has supplied Robert F. Smith sane materials needed to complete a critical text of the various editions of the Book of M:Jnnon. The annotated text will show each change which has teen made in the Book of Mormon from the first manuscript down to the newest edition. "Having an accurate text, of course, is an essential step in the scholarly study of the book," points out John Sorenson, "and Fob's unusual dedication and patience will make this significant contribution possible."
Director's Message,
2023
Brigham Young University
Director's Message
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
We hope you enjoy this latest Newsletter. We are excited about progress being made and hope you find the reports in this issue informative.
Farms News,
2023
Brigham Young University
Farms News
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
After a year of planning, FARMS announces the beginning of a very long, very tough, and very exciting project: the production of a Book of Mormon Encyclopedia.
Full Issue,
2023
Brigham Young University
Full Issue
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
No abstract provided.
1998 Reading Suggestions Old Testament And Pearl Of Great Price,
2023
Brigham Young University
1998 Reading Suggestions Old Testament And Pearl Of Great Price
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
Each year FARMS compiles a list of books that may aid readers in their study of the scriptures in the Gospel Doctrine class of the Sunday School. For 1998, the assigned scriptures are the Old Testament and the Pearl of Great Price. We have made arrangements with several publishers to make available to FARMS subscribers at a 20% discount a number of good introductory books that may supplement your study of these scriptures. You may find these books helpful in supporting (not replacing) your study of these scriptures for the coming curriculum year. To order any book on this list, …
Videos Available In Pal,
2023
Brigham Young University
Videos Available In Pal
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
For a nominal charge of $1.50 above the regular price, any FARMS video can be converted into PAL format. Simply indicate on any FARMS order form your desire to have the PAL format, or call the FARMS office. We hope that this service makes FARMS videos more useful to subscribers around the world.
Nibley Temple Essay Reprinted,
2023
Brigham Young University
Nibley Temple Essay Reprinted
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
FARMS has reprinted (from volume 4 of the Collected Works of Hugh Nibley) an influential article by Nibley on the temple of ancient Israel, entitled "What Is a Temple?" The subheadings in the text give a sense of its content and emphases.
Paul's Detention Site In Israel Believed Found,
2023
Brigham Young University
Paul's Detention Site In Israel Believed Found
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
Reuters reports that archaeologists in Israel have uncovered a Roman governmental complex in Caesarea where they believe Paul was held in detention. In Acts 23-26 we read that Paul was kept in Herod's judgment hall in Caesarea, where he faced in turn Felix, Festus, and Agrippa and where he appealed to be sent before Caesar's judgment seat in Rome. An inscription found in the site indicates that the complex housed the government bureau responsible for internal security for Judea, making this complex the likely spot for Paul's incarceration and hearing before the Roman governor.
Several Significant Historical And Anthropological Essays Of John Sorenson Gathered In Two New Volumes,
2023
Brigham Young University
Several Significant Historical And Anthropological Essays Of John Sorenson Gathered In Two New Volumes
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
Nearly two dozen essays by John L. Sorenson, professor emeritus of anthropology at Brigham Young University, have been conveniently gathered into two paperback volumes by a Salt Lake publisher, New Sage Books. Some of these essays will be familiar to FARMS readers, but many will be new. Both collections can be obtained at a discount from FARMS using the enclosed order form.
Hebraic Elements In The Language Of The Book Of Mormon,
2023
Brigham Young University
Hebraic Elements In The Language Of The Book Of Mormon, Royal Skousen
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
Recent research has yielded another interesting clue about the language of the Nephites and about the manner in which it was translated into English. By comparing the original manuscript of the Book of Mormon to the subsequent printed versions, Royal Skousen has found that the original English-language text of the Book of Mormon contained expressions that are uncharacteristic of English. One such expression is a Hebrew-like conditional clause.
Subscriptions And Donations Still Essential For Farms,
2023
Brigham Young University
Subscriptions And Donations Still Essential For Farms
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
Since the announcement that FARMS has been invited to become part of BYU, we have received several phone calls asking whether FARMS still needs the financial support of its subscribers and donors. The answer is emphatically yes!
Thirteen Is Lucky For The Farms Review Of Books,
2023
Brigham Young University
Thirteen Is Lucky For The Farms Review Of Books
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
For the thirteenth time, FARMS has invited reviewers to examine books about the Book of Mormon, other scriptures, and related topics. The latest issue of the FARMS Review of Books (volume 9, number 2) covers eight books about the Book of Mormon and eight books on other topics. It also contains an editor's introduction that raises serious and stimulating questions about weaknesses in the methods of contemporary biblical scholarship.
Full Issue,
2023
Brigham Young University
Full Issue
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
No abstract provided.
