The Book of Mormon: Selections Annotated and Explained
- ISBN-10
- 1459679571
- ISBN-13
- 9781459679573
- Series
- The Book of Mormon
- Category
- Religion
- Pages
- 318
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2014-05-07
- Publisher
- Readhowyouwant
- Authors
- Phyllis Tickle, Jana Riess, Tickle Jana Riess and Phyllis
Description
An inside look at the foundational sacred text of one of the world's youngest and fastest growing religionsThe Book of Mormon stands alongside the Bible as the keystone of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter - day Saints (LDS Church/Mormonism). Translated by the prophet Joseph Smith from ancient writings inscribed on golden plates, the Book of Mormon is an account of people living in the Western Hemisphere in a timeline that parallels that of the Bible. It covers a thousand years of loss, discovery, war, peace, and spiritual principles that focus on the teachings of Jesus Christ, outlining a plan for salvation and the responsibilities we must assume to attain it.The Book of Mormon: Selections Annotated & Explained explores this sacred epic that is cherished by more than twelve million members of the LDS church as the keystone of their faith. Probing the principal themes and historical foundation of this controversial and provocative narrative, Jana Riess focuses on key selections that offer insight into contemporary Mormon beliefs and scriptural emphases, such as the atonement of Christ, the nature of human freedom, the purpose of baptism, and the need for repentance from sin. She clarifies the religious, political, and historical events that take place in the ancient communities of the Book of Mormon and their underlying contemporary teachings that serve as the framework for spiritual practices that lie at the core of Mormon life.Now you can experience this foundational sacred text even if you have no previous knowledge of Mormonism. This SkyLight Illuminations edition presents the key teachings and essential concepts of the Mormon faith tradition with insightful yet unobtrusive commentary that helps to dispel many of the misconceptions that have surrounded the Book of Mormon since its publication in 1830.
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