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.
The Sobering Lesson Of The Grolier Codex,
2023
Brigham Young University
The Sobering Lesson Of The Grolier Codex, John L. Sorenson, John W. Welch
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
T he story of the authenticating of the Grolier Codex twenty-five years ago still teaches some valuable lessons about the dangers of jumping to conclusions and the problems of name-calling, even though the scholars involved no longer hold to their original positions. As, discussed recently by John L. Sorenson, the discovery of ancient manuscripts is a touchy issue that, for some people, can be unsettling.
New Book And Video Help Make Exhibits "Portable",
2023
Brigham Young University
New Book And Video Help Make Exhibits "Portable"
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
A full-color, heavily illustrated 48-page booklet and an excellent video have just been released by FARMS to let you take the recent Masada and Dead Sea Scrolls exhibits home with you, as it were. If you attended the exhibit and would like some materials to help you remember or better understand what you saw, or if you were unable to attend the exhibits but would like to see and read about what they included, these materials may be just what you are looking for.
Farms Is Honored By Invitation From President Hinckley And Byu Board Of Trustees,
2023
Brigham Young University
Farms Is Honored By Invitation From President Hinckley And Byu Board Of Trustees
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
The Foundation for Ancient Research and Mormon Studies (FARMS) has received an invitation from President Gordon B. Hinckley and the BYU Board of Trustees to have FARMS become part of Brigham Young University. In extending the invitation to FARMS, President Hinckley said: "While I have never been intimately involved with FARMS, I have observed it from time to time. It began modestly many years ago and represents the efforts of sincere and dedicated scholars. It has grown to provide strong support and defense of the Church on a professional basis. This has had important salutary effects both in addressing the …
Full Issue,
2023
Brigham Young University
Full Issue
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
No abstract provided.
Farms Sponsors Tours For Campus Visitors During Ces Symposium And Education Week,
2023
Brigham Young University
Farms Sponsors Tours For Campus Visitors During Ces Symposium And Education Week
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
FARMS is once again offering special tours to the exhibits at the BYU Museum of Art on The Story of Masada: Discoveries from the Excavations and on The Dead Sea Scrolls and Discoveries from Qumran. The tours are timed to make them as convenient as possible for people visiting the BYU campus for the annual CES Symposium (on Wednesday, August 13, at 10:00 A.M.) and the campus Education Week (Thursday, August 21, at 7:00 P.M.). Participants in these tours will receive a discount on tickets and will enjoy special introductory remarks by John W. Welch before the tour and …
Lds Books Donated In Croatia And Slovenia,
2023
Brigham Young University
Lds Books Donated In Croatia And Slovenia
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
Earlier this year, Truman and Ann Madsen traveled to the former country of Yugoslavia and placed LDS books (donated by FARMS) in university libraries there. At their first stop, in Zagreb, Croatia, the Madsens were welcomed by Dr. Josip Stipanov, the deputy director of the National Archives. In a brief ceremony attended by local Church members and the branch president, the Madsens presented a four-volume set of the Encyclopedia of Mormonism and English and Croatian copies of the Book of Mormon.
Lds Scholars Discuss The Role Of Ancient Scriptures In The Restoration Of The Gospel,
2023
Brigham Young University
Lds Scholars Discuss The Role Of Ancient Scriptures In The Restoration Of The Gospel
Insights: The Newsletter of the Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship
More than 350 FARMS supporters gathered on 7 June to learn more about "Ancient Scriptures and the Restoration." The attendees of this conference were enlightened on a variety of topics, from the prophetic language of the Doctrine and Covenants to the history of the Latter-day Saint use of the Book of Mormon in instruction.
