Benjamin's Speech As An Early Jewish Festival,
2023
Brigham Young University
Benjamin's Speech As An Early Jewish Festival
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
Twelve researchers have collaborated over the past year to examine King Benjamin's Speech in light of Jewish festivals. Their results are now available in a lengthy report, compiled by John W. Welch.
Full Issue,
2023
Brigham Young University
Full Issue
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
No abstract provided.
Special Thanks To Kirk Magleby And Ken Porter,
2023
Brigham Young University
Special Thanks To Kirk Magleby And Ken Porter
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
Two hard-working FARMS officers have stepped down this month. Ken Porter, our Vice President in charge of Development, has recently accepted a mission call to serve with his wife, Ann, in England. Ann has also been working for FARMS as a secretary. We wish them great success!
Open Houses In Provo,
2023
Brigham Young University
Open Houses In Provo
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
Guests in Provo for CES meetings and Education Week are invited to open houses at the FARMS office in Provo on August 15 and 22 (both Thursdays) between 7 and 10 p.m. You will be able to see screenings of the three FARMS videos, visit with authors, peruse our stock of nearly 300 publications, and find out how the Foundation operates. The office is located upstairs in Amanda Knight Hall, on the corner of 800 North and University Avenue. Call us at (801) 378-3295 if you have any questions.
Thieves And Robbers,
2023
Brigham Young University
Thieves And Robbers
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
Although there isn't much difference between a thief and a robber in most minds, there was a considerable difference between the two under ancient Near Eastern law. A thief (ganab) was usually a local person who stole from his neighbor. He was dealt with judicially. He was tried and punished civilly, most often by a court composed of his fellow townspeople. A robber, on the other hand, was an outsider, a brigand or highwayman. He was dealt with militarily. These outlaws could be executed summarily.
How Was The Book Of Mormon Used By The Early Saints?,
2023
Brigham Young University
How Was The Book Of Mormon Used By The Early Saints?
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
When the Book of Mormon was first translated and published, it was brand new to the entire world. Its doctrines, messages, personalities, and details were all in need of rediscovery. Even the Prophet Joseph Smith, the instrument through which God transmitted this record, does not appear to have fully assimilated all its complexities and nuances, for he rarely quoted from the Book of Mormon (as one might expect had he written the book).
Joseph Smith And The Book Of Mormon,
2023
Brigham Young University
Joseph Smith And The Book Of Mormon
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
Increasingly, questions are being asked about how the Book of Mormon came to be. Few of these questions are new, for each generation must confront the challenging presence of the Book of Mormon for itself, the same as have the generations before us. In this light, it may be of interest for us to reread the five-part series from the 1959 Improvement Era written by Hugh Nibley, entitled "Mixed Voices." For the first time, these five articles are now available as a set.
"Salamanders" And "Short-Hand Egyptian",
2023
Brigham Young University
"Salamanders" And "Short-Hand Egyptian"
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
The 1830 letter of Martin Harris to W. W. Phelps, published in the Church News in April, has already attracted national attention. In this letter, Harris describes an early spiritual appearance to Joseph Smith, stating that "the spirit transfigured himself from a white salamander in the bottom of the hole."
Farms Finishes Three Major Projects In June,
2023
Brigham Young University
Farms Finishes Three Major Projects In June
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
June has been a productive month. Thanks to hundreds of volunteer hours, three significant projects have recently been completed. We think you will be interested in each of them.
Full Issue,
2023
Brigham Young University
Full Issue
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Donors,
2023
Brigham Young University
Donors
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
In our fiscal year just ended, F.A.R.M.S. received voluntary donations from 1330 individuals. A special thanks goes to the following who gave between $500 and $5,000 this year. Your support makes the work of the Foundation possible!
Office Staff News,
2023
Brigham Young University
Office Staff News
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
In July, Janet Twigg moved to Ohio. We will miss her loyal and valuable service as our Office Manager.
Gadianton Robbers As Guerrilla Warriors,
2023
Brigham Young University
Gadianton Robbers As Guerrilla Warriors
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
Guerrilla warfare has become depressingly familiar to us from places like China, Nicaragua, Angola, Cuba, Korea, the Spanish Sahara, Vietnam, and Afghanistan. Although guerrilla tactics have received much attention and achieved notable success in the so-called "Cold War," they are not really new. On the contrary, they can be identified in ancient times-and the Book of Mormon provides a particularly clear example of them.
Temple Bibliography,
2023
Brigham Young University
Temple Bibliography
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
Temple worship and service were common elements in ancient Near Eastern societies. Connected with the temple system were various ritual practices. Present-day scholars find fascination and mystery while studying these sanctuaries and their environs, and seem never to exhaust the possibilities in writing about new discoveries.
Armor In The Book Of Mormon,
2023
Brigham Young University
Armor In The Book Of Mormon
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
The types of armor used in various civilizations are determined by a combination of technology, natural resources, economy, military practices, and artistic conventions. Although there are few detailed descriptions of armor in the Book of Mormon, the basic pattern can be outlined and is quite unlike the armor of Western Europe.
Covenants And Religious Validity,
2023
Brigham Young University
Covenants And Religious Validity
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
The text of Richard L. Anderson's 1988 first annual Book of Mormon Lecture is now available. Entitled "Religious Validity: The Sacramental Covenants in 3 Nephi," this paper demonstrates the covenantal nature of the teachings of Christ in the New and Old Testaments, a crucial feature of doctrine that was lost in the Apostasy.
New Membership Policy Annonced,
2023
Brigham Young University
New Membership Policy Annonced
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
Beginning with this Newsletter, F.A.R.M .S. announces a new membership policy. The changes affect all our readers. F.A.R.M.S. is preparing to move with vigor into the 1990s, and this is a good time to enhance the relationship between the Foundation and its members. Commencing September 1, 1989, F.A.R.M.S. becomes a membership organization. All who have been receiving the F.A.R.M.S. Newsletter will now need to enroll as members of the Foundation in order to continue receiving issues of Insights. Under this new arrangement, members will enjoy an expanded list of benefits.
Full Issue,
2023
Brigham Young University
Full Issue
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
No abstract provided.
Farms International,
2023
Brigham Young University
Farms International
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
The Foundation's materials are now being received in 39 countries across six continents, thanks to twenty-two faithful volunteers throughout the world who promote F.A.R.M.S. internationally. Under the direction of Les Campbell, international volunteers distribute materials to interested people in their local areas. Most supporters live in the United States, Canada, West Germany, England, Australia, France, Austria, Mexico, and Switzerland. We also appreciate others in Argentina, Belgium, Bermuda, Bolivia, Brazil, British West Indies, Chile, Cook Islands, Denmark, Finland, Guatemala, Haiti, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Korea, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Northern Ireland, Norway, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, Spain, Tunisia, Venezuela, …
Donation Needed,
2023
Brigham Young University
Donation Needed
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
We have need of a reel-to-reel tape recorder at the F.A.R.M.S. library. If anyone would like to donate such equipment to the Foundation, that would be greatly appreciated.
