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.
Farms Provides Speakers For Several Recent Firesides And Conferences,
2023
Brigham Young University
Farms Provides Speakers For Several Recent Firesides And Conferences
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
Six stakes in the Denver area jointly sponsored a two-day conference in September and asked FARMS to provide speakers on the Book of Mormon. Daniel C. Peterson spoke on "Evidences for the Authenticity of the Book of Mormon," Ann Madsen discussed "Isaiah in the Book of Mormon," Truman G. Madsen talked about "The Spiritual Significance of the Coming Forth of the Book of Mormon," and John W. Welch addressed "King Benjamin's Speech as Sacred Literature." Approximately 500 people in two locations attended.
Byu Forum Address, Now On Video, Considers Authorship Issues,
2023
Brigham Young University
Byu Forum Address, Now On Video, Considers Authorship Issues
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
On 27 May 1997, Noel B. Reynolds, president of FARMS and professor of political science at BYU, presented an address at a BYU Forum Assembly. His topic: "The Authorship of the Book of Mormon." Reynolds brought students and faculty up to date on the state of knowledge on authorship issues related to the Book of Mormon, drawing on the research of many LDS scholars presented in two books he has compiled on the subject, the first in 1982 entitled Book of Mormon Authorship: New Light on Ancient Origins, and the second published this year under the title Book of …
The Debate Over Biblical Archaeology,
2023
Brigham Young University
The Debate Over Biblical Archaeology, John Tvedtnes
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
There are two major camps among archaeologists studying biblical lands. The so-called "minimalists" tend to accept only a bare minimum of information from the Bible as historical fact, while the "maximalists," believe that much of it (although not all) is real history. The latter point to archaeological evidence such as the recently discovered eighth-century B.C. inscription mentioning "the house of David." The minimalists dismiss this and a number of other finds inscribed with biblical names as forgeries planted for archaeologists to discover.
Farms Will Publish More Books,
2023
Brigham Young University
Farms Will Publish More Books, Noel B. Reynolds
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
This year marks the first time that FARMS has published its own books intended for the general LDS market. The first two were Book of Mormon Authorship Revisited: The Evidence for Ancient Origins and LDS Perspectives on the Dead Sea Scrolls. With this issue of the newsletter we release a third: Ancient Scrolls from the Dead Sea: Photographs and Commentary on a Unique Collection of Scrolls. Before 1997 is over we expect to release three more books (described on page 8).
Nibley Fans Can Enjoy Two New Farms Products,
2023
Brigham Young University
Nibley Fans Can Enjoy Two New Farms Products
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
FARMS recently videotaped Hugh Nibley giving a fireside about the temple. It is classic Nibley, combining his self-effacing humor and his startling insights. If you've never had the chance to experience a Nibley fireside (and they are very rare these days) or if you want to experience one again, you will enjoy this video.
Farms Dead Sea Scrolls Database Now Available To Farms Subscribers,
2023
Brigham Young University
Farms Dead Sea Scrolls Database Now Available To Farms Subscribers
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
After several years of research, scanning, text marking, and preparation of photographs, FARMS is pleased to announce that The Dead Sea Scrolls on CD: The FARMS Electronic Database is now available for sale to FARMS subscribers for $249. It is intended primarily for scholars with sufficient skills in biblical Hebrew to do research on the scrolls. Windows 3.1 (or higher) or OS2 is required.
