Witnesses of the Book of Mormon Gold Plates | Now You Know
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- Опубліковано 17 сер 2020
- The gold plates contained the teachings of prophets in ancient America. The teachings were etched on gold plates in an ancient reformed Egyptian language and later translated by Joseph Smith into English as the Book of Mormon. In addition to Joseph Smith, 11 others saw the gold plates.
In 1823, the angel Moroni visited Joseph Smith and told him about a sacred record on gold plates that was buried in a hill by Joseph’s home. The gold plates were 8 inches long, about 6 or 7 inches wide, and 4 inches thick. Individual plates were as thin as parchment paper, and the plates weighed about 40-60 pounds. Joseph was directed to protect the plates, and for a long time no one else could see them.
In His time, God gave permission for 11 others to see and handle the gold plates, and their testimonies are recorded in the beginning pages of the Book of Mormon as “The Testimony of Three Witnesses” and “The Testimony of Eight Witnesses.” This process fulfilled the law of witnesses Paul described in the New Testament: “In the mouth of two or three witnesses shall every word be established” (2 Corinthians 13:1). No one has to rely only on Joseph Smith’s testimony to know the gold plates were real.
The last chapter of the Book of Mormon contains a promise that anyone who sincerely seeks to know if the Book of Mormon is true can receive a witness from the Holy Ghost. (See Moroni 10:3-5.)
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I am so thankful for the Book of Mormon, reading it has blessed my life so much.
Same
I am too it's more Bible God blessed us with this book it's not just salvation it's also being redeemed, and restored back to him it is possible through Christ I say these words in the name of Jesus Christ Amen.
Every page I read in the book of Norman brings joy, comfort and fills my heart.
I hope you know, I for some reason felt the spirit so strongly during this video. My chest swelled and I felt it burn. I think it was because I was pondering the belief I have in Joseph Smith, and Heavenly Father strengthened my belief. I needed it. Thank you.
You also agreed with the video, that tends to be what happens when you listen to an opinion you agree with
The Holy Ghost testified of the truth of these witnesses.
@@sadespain2339 so does the CES letter
@@dannyfentonphantom2 When I first looked at the "CES LEtter", it gave the appearance of being well-researched and well-organized, but it is actually rife with inaccuracy and does nothing to build anyone's faith; rather, it only sows confusion and doubt. It has given nothing to people, and only taken away. You have confused Joshua Howard's experience with confirmation bias, but there's a huge difference between confirmation bias and a witness from God through the Holy Ghost. Those of us who know both can tell the difference.
It's just psychological anyone can feel good about anything including sin. There's no spirit involved if you trust your heart for it is deceived.
I'm loving this animation style. It's so cool.
I have struggled to know wether or not the Book of Mormon was true or not but this video gave me a huge overwhelming warm feeling and I believe this is what I’ve been looking for so long so thank you.🙂😁
Love these explainer videos. Really cool to share with the kids and others. Thanks for these! ❤️❤️❤️
It's interesting to note that while all three of Oliver Cowdery, Martin Harris, and David Whitmer fell away from the Church, they also never denied their testimony of being shown the Gold Plates at the hands of an Angel.
Fell away but I think most returned
Martin Harris did return. He repented and returned. I wish that this was taught more often.
One never returned but at his deathbed testified that the book was true
The book of Mormon is a true testament of the divinity of Jesus Christ. I testify of it's truth.
Yes this I know very much
The gospel is made up of many books many truths In many good words from the Lord Jesus Christ and then some also have the holy ghost And much much more feel inside of us. And it
With these things and belief in these things and much much more that make us who we are the also tell us who we can rely on if we listen That is something that most people don't do anymore. And we need to start doing it once again and opening up our hearts and listening
You have to read more than one chapter. Most who start it, never go beyond the first chapter. Alma is my favorite book and I am x special forces and I like Captain Moroni the most.
@@williamfindspeople4341 yes! I've read it multiple times from start to finish and listened to it many more times from start to finish. It's God's word.
And of course my testimony is not that of just the book of mormon or the plates that are spoken of in this comment but that of the Bible which is the companion To the book of mormon 2 books combined seem to explain each other a lot better in my opinion but I also speak of the doctrine and covenants and the pearl of great price and many many other good books with in the gospel these books open up paths of insight And understanding some of which we have just begun to understand ourselves As I believe I've mentioned before I've been through 800 major surgeries in my lifetime I have also been through about the same amount of minor surgeries in my lifetime and many other obstacles I am physically disabled according to body but according to mind I can do anything, through mind over matter It's something that's with the help of the Lord thy God I know I can accomplish anything and Knowing that I know I can help out anybody else wishes to strive and try
Fabulous video. I am always thankful that the Three Witnesses and the Eight Witnesses exist. There testimonies really help to strengthen mine.
Thank you so much for adding this piece
I love ❤️ these truths. I love ❤️ that I needed to attain my own testimony of the Book of Mormon through reading the Book of Mormon myself. This is my most favorite book in the entire world !
That’s Amazing! I totally never knew that! Thank you for the Amazing Video!
Thank you so much for posting this. I joined the church as a young man. Of course many think that Joseph’s witness brings the total to an importantly symbolic 12. But I see Joseph’s testimony as the declaration of truth and then my own testimony became the 12th witness in my own life. The Gospel is for everyone but the more I learn, the more it is clear that it is also intimately personal to each individual.
Imagine translating a scripture about yourself! From 2 Nephi as well, more or less than 12,000 years before you were even born. Also, Nephi writes so much about his father, lehi, since lehi’s section of the BOM was rewritten! So amazing and worth while the scriptures are, since they are the true word of god and the most fulfilling thing that you can read. Amen
Plus Joseph, that's twelve good, respectable men who were willing to sacrifice their reputations, their homes, and their lives for what they knew to be true.
I _love_ this series of marvelous videos. Outstanding and well done! 💛🙏🏼
I always like theses videos they must help new members so much😁👍
Awesome explanation!
This is such a great video that is wonderful for families with younger children or teens.
Great video and teachings
🦋it’s important to remember just as Matthew 7-7 says Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:days Joseph asked God
Jesus Christ I need you I'm dying
Thank you so much, good day from Manila Philippines.
Great video
I Would Like To Bear My Testimony That As A Child Of God I Love The Church And Know The Lord Will Watch Over Me And My Family In The Name Of Jesus Christ Amen
As I learn more about Joseph Smith, but more importantly The Book Of Mormon... I begin to find an appreciation for the sacrifices that these men, women, and even children were able to make. I don't fully understand how this fits into Heavenly Fathers plan for imperfect mortals like myself, but I do find it interesting that God seems to work in ways that simple and honest folks like the people expressed in this video, are able to find a testimony and keep covenants which seem so... mysterious...that it helps me have the faith requisite to keep praying and believing this Church is true, and more importantly that I might have a role to play in it all at some point in my life, however small or meaningless it is or may seem at times. Thank you for the people who put the effort and energy into making this video available, and I pray those hands and hearts will be eternally blessed for it, just like Joseph and his friends. Take care and God Bless.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and perspective!
Love these videos the information in them I can save in the Gospel library note section.
Hope everyone stays strong and keep their families safe ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Nice video.
I witness that it makes sense. Perfect sense.
I, too, am a witness of the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon. I have never seen, or touched, the golden plates as did the witnesses described in this video. But, my testimony is just as sure as theirs. I know that the Book of Mormon is the word of God.
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Most of these men apostated and left the Lords Church, BUT NEVER did they deny the Book of Mormon, they testified it was true till their deaths.
I add my name to those who know that the Book of Mormon is another witness of Jesus Christ. It is the cornerstone of Christ's church which is named the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I am a convert to the Gospel and it was made known unto me when I was a teen that the true Church had been restored. I love the Gospel, our beloved Prophet, President Nelson, and I support the General Authorities and my local church leaders. May you, too, learn this Truth, in the name of Jesus Christ, amen.
Thank you Debra for sharing your experience and your testimony!
@@churchofjesuschrist You have moved me to tears of joy.
I add my testimony to yours. The Holy Ghost testifies to me of the Savior Jesus Christ, and of his church The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. I also testify to the truth of the Book of Mormon, as it has been testified to me by the power of the Holy Ghost. In the name of Jesus Christ, amen.
I am also a witness of the truth of The Book of Mormon. At the beginning of this year, as we began to study The Book of Mormon as a church, I prayed again to know if The Book of Mormon was true. I had a powerful witness from the Holy Ghost that the testimony of the three witnesses was true, and then the testimony of the eight witnesses were true. The Holy Ghost also confirmed that every word of Joseph Smith's testimony was true. And if those testimonies about a book were true, then the book itself was true. I know that The Book of Mormon was true. It is the abridged record of an ancient people who were Christians on the American continents. It is a record of their witness of Him. The Book of Mormon really is another witness of Jesus Christ. I know it is true, and I am so grateful that I have it in my life to teach me about Jesus! ❤
@sadespain, thanks for sharing your testimony!
Thanks!😁 have a good day.
and if ye shall ask with a sincere heart, with real intent, having faith in Christ, he will manifest the truth of it unto you, by the power of the Holy Ghost.
5 And by the power of the Holy Ghost ye may know the truth of all things.
Amen
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I love your videos. I started making videos like this
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My testimony is added, too. I cannot deny the spirit of the Lord who has told me of the Book of Mormon's truthfulness. It contains the full Gospel of Jesus Christ.
For the lord hath redeemed his servant Jacob! Amen,faith, hope,&charity, with all things
David Whitmer had his testimony of the Book of Mormon put on his grave stone!!
That's cool
The Book of Mormon IS the word of God, and I'm so grateful to know this, and know that by reading and studying this incredible book of scripture you will draw closer to God! Also applying it to our lives helps me everyday! I receive answers and inspiration by just opening this powerful book! Open it, read it, ponder the truths you find in these sacred pages!! You'll know too!
Thank you Colleen for sharing your testimony of and experience with the Book of Mormon!
Opening up that page and watching this video helped me learn. Thank you
Thank you! I did believe, and now I know! It is true, and I thank our Eternal Father in Heaven for it, and all blessings!
❤ love this
Wonderful animations and narration. The Book of Mormon is True!!!!
i love the Book of Mormon.
EXCELLENT TESTIMONY, COULD NOT HAVE SAID IT BETTER. THANK YOU HEAVENLY FATHER, YOUR SON JESUS CHRIST OUR SAVIOR, AND THE POWER OF THE HOLY GHOST! AMEN 🙏
Amen!
Before anyone makes any claims or judgement on this whether positive or negative, ask God if it's true.
How do you know that's "God" your talking to and not your own biases?
@@OutLawStargazer899 Bias guides us but doesn't impel us like the Holy Ghost does. Sometimes it's hard to receive revelation, but sometimes there is no doubt.
I believe help me with my unbelief I testify that this book is truth just asked God
I've known this for a life Time already The stories have changed Slightly because I remember the story as being Moroni
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I believe the Book of Mormon is true and inspired of God! Awesome video. Fun animations!
It may be only one voice out of this vast world of voices, but I would add my witness of the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon. It is from God, another testament that Jesus is the Christ, the Redeemer of the world. Christ loves us, and I in return love him. Read this book and your faith in Christ will continue to grow, your understating of Gods plan for you personally, will be illuminated, your love for him renewed. Please read and pray to your father about these things. In Christ’s name I ask this of you, and witness these things.
Add to his the witness of millions who have come to know of the truth of the Book of Mormon through the Gift and Power of God! Yeah, by the power of the Holy Ghost, ye may know the truth of all things!
Amazing to me that even the 3 witnesses who turned against Joseph later never recanted or denied their testimony of the truth of the plates or the angel they saw. So glad they all returned later to the church.
David whitmer actually never came back to the original church but he nevertheless never denied his witness seeing the plates and an angel which is extremely powerful he even had the words : “The record of the Nephites and the Jews are one, Truth is eternal father and mother” etched into his tombstone
I think the fact that David Whitmer never came back to the original church provides even more credence to the truthfulness to his testimony especially since he was interviewed much more than Oliver Cowdery and Martin Harris and lived longer too yet even with his falling out with the church he never ever denied his witness and in fact when people would try to twist his words he would go out of his way to correct them and reaffirm his testimony even on his death bead he said he was not deceived and he really had seen what he had seen, people would try to attack his testimony and try to dismiss it or poke holes in it but he held firm and he never once denied his testimony nor did any of the 11 witnesses even though all 3 of the 3 witnesses left the church at one point and 3 of the 8 witnesses did as well, they were harassed and persecuted they had nothing to gain if this was just some “fraud scheme” being a witness costed them different things, Mormons were hated and being associated with them would make you less likely to work in certain places or be treated the same, now think about it like this I am a witness of the Book of Mormon and I leave the church if this was just a fraud or Joseph Smith convinced me to do this or something why not just deny my testimony and destroy the church, any of the witnesses denying their testimony would have greatly damaged the church and Joseph smith’s credibility if this was just a lie that why didn’t any of the 11 witnesses just recant their testimony especially since some of them actually had internal strife with Joseph and the Church why not just expose Joseph smith as a fraud? Because these men really saw what they saw and despite all the attacks despite all the bad treatment that they received for their testimonies they held true because it really did happen they really did experience what they experienced, people will continue to attack Mormonism they will continue to attack HIS church but we will not back down, we will push forward in faith, these men had their lives threatened, David Whitmer was threatened at gunpoint to recant his testimony and you know what he did?? He did the very opposite he bore a powerful testimony to the mob to what he had seen and heard regarding his testimony, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints is Jesus Christ’s church and the Book of Mormon is true, truth is eternal
There was also an occasion where Hiram Page 1 of the 8 witnesses was beat very harshly and told to recant his testimony which he never did
There was another instance where Joseph Smith Sr was in debt and one of his creditors basically told him that he needed to pay this debt and that he could either go to jail or just deny his testimony of the Book of Mormon, he said that if he would deny his testimony of seeing the plates and the Book of Mormon he would forgive the debt and they would be in good favor again, you know what he did, he did not deny his testimony he went to jail and he even preached the gospel in the jail and 2 men ended up converted because of his efforts while he was incarcerated, does this person sound like someone covering for a “conman” no not at all this person sounds like someone who knew the Book of Mormon was true and was willing to be harassed and persecuted for it
Hyrum Smith one of the 8 witnesses was incarcerated in Carthage jail with Joseph, now I have to think to myself if I was Hyrum and I was just covering for my con brother I probably would have just been like I’m done like dude this whole thing was made up by my brother the Book of Mormon is false please get me out of here IF this really was just a fraud scheme, but I know this is not the case the witnesses had good characters for the most part and people instead of trying to attack their morality would instead come up with alternative explanations because it was so hard to try to assassinate their character, like personally if I was 1 of the witnesses like Hyrum being in jail for months being fed super badly having to stay in a cold damp dungeon basically for months being fed scraps and literally getting poisoned if what was on my testimony in the Book of Mormon was not really true I would given up lol and I’m sure many other people would have too if they were put In Hyrum’s place or the place of the other witnesses if this really had not happened, the witnesses did not behave in the way con men or fraudulent people would, they behaved in a way that is character of the story that is in the beginning of the Book of Mormon in which these 3 witnesses and 8 witnesses testify to the world what they had heard and saw
Can hardly wait to go to church today! Thank you father
I haven't read the book, but I loved the musical.
The musical??
@@CE.Equestrian The musical is an irreverent comedy. Its purpose is nothing like that of scripture.
There are people who have shared their conversion stories to the LDS faith after they attended the Book of Mormon play and got curious about the BoM... Pretty incredible and interesting stuff....
If you don't believe the Book of Mormon, run to Jesus Christ" -2 Nephi 33:10
To me, the strongest evidence that the Book of Mormon is true is its narrative voice. What do I mean by that? Well, if you read anything written by Joseph Smith, you will find that he had a writing style that included long sentences and many commas. Now read the Book of Mormon. It is written in a different style. Chapters and verses, yes, but also much of it was summarized from other records by the ancient prophet Mormon. Therefore, one would expect to find a different style of sentences, commas, etc. That is exactly what we see.
The evidence is clear. The Book of Mormon is true.
Not only that, but each book within the Book of Mormon has a different style too. Alma I think was a phonetic 4, while the Nephi`s were phonetic -1, and Mosiah was different as well. And you`re right, Joseph writes at a phonetic 9, much different than the Book of Mormon
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Love this!
So if Martin Harris is a reliable witness, how do you know the Vorhee plates produced by James Strang are not true?
I don't think Martin Harris is connected to the Vorhee plates at all. I suppose anyone is free to investigate the Vorhee plates and ask God about them, but frankly, the text given by Strang is very brief and not likely to be useful for anyone. If you take particular insight from them, feel free to share.
the Vorhee plates were like 3 inches big. could fit it in your pocket.odd if you ask me. I think many believe that mr. Strange had forged plates. His witnesses did not go to the grave with their testimony. One retracted and called it a fake. I think its safe to say the plates were real but just not authentic. ( Vorhee plates)
I recall most witnesses of the Vorhee plates later recanted their testimony. One even said they helped forge them? I recall something about someone pretending to be an angel. Might need to find my books on Strang again.
Thank you for watching this video.
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I personally have denied the church multiple times, but I have "seen the golden plates" myself. I have signs, wonders, visions, and miracles in favor of the Church and Joseph Smith. I lack faith which is why God has worked with me to provide so much.
In the future, I may deny the church, but I'll never deny the signs, wonders, visions, and revelations I have received
In the mouth of two or three witnesses shall every word be established: The Book Of Mormon is a second witness that Jesus Christ is The literal Son of God and Savior of the world. I know it to be true.
And this I know also Had a window personally OK I have over 800 surgeries to my name
In the first installment of The Saints there are a few references to Mary Whitmer being the first witness.
While the scripture was being highlighted, the audio narration did not use the word "not" in front of true, while the text showed it.
True, not true? This error seems to show a contradiction. I get what's being said and even read, as the visual language is a little more difficult. But the narration should follow the written text of the scripture.
Just ask God which whether it's truth or not and forgive the narrator for his error.
Given two binary statements--"X is true" and "X is not true"--knowing one is equivalent to knowing the other. Moroni wrote it one way, but people often find the other way more natural.
I find this story utterly implausible but the LDS folk, in general, seem quite nice.
Perhaps it does seem implausible to you, but the witnesses of the gold plates never retracted their testimonies, even when some left the Church. How familiar are you with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? You can learn more at ComeUntoChrist.org, or see what resources are available at ChurchOfJesusChrist.org. God is doing a great work through the Church in our time.
I believe the Book of Mormon to be another Testament of Jesus Christ. I have not seen an angel, or seen the plates, but I have read and studied it's pages and had a personal witness and confirmation from the Holy Ghost. I love how well it explains the atonement.
Hi David, thanks for sharing!
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Ask God, the eternal Father, in the name of Christ, if these things are no true; he will manifest the truth of it unto you, by the power of the Holy Ghost” I know that this tings are true ❤️
Why did the witnesses left the church
Hi, thanks for tuning in to the video. We affirm the testimonials of the witnesses of the Book of Mormon, and encourage you or anyone with questions regarding the witnesses of the Book of Mormon to read the in-depth Church History essay on the subject here: www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/history/topics/witnesses-of-the-book-of-mormon?lang=eng The combined weight of the witnesses numerous statements, given over many years and despite their changing attitudes toward Joseph Smith and the Church, is a powerful witness of the reliability of the statements they published in the Book of Mormon.
I love the principle of witnesses. Many have added their testimonies as witnesses of truths, such as the reality of the Books of Mormon, but the most important witness of any truth is our own, which is obtained through sincere study, prayer, and application.
In the name of the son Jesus Christ amen
Weird that at 3:44 it says not true but the narrator says true.
Must be an error anyways, you can easily find out which statement is true by asking God.
The options are binary; between opposing claims that something is or isn't true, if you know one, you know the other as well. Moroni wrote it one way, but it's usually more natural to speak the other way.
The verse is telling the reader to ask God if what is written in the Book is False.
@Pokephantom It does seem strange at first, but it's just a different way of writing it, like the quote "Are you not entertained?"
Unrelated note: great name, haha
The law of witnesses... I was thinking that was that one law where if a prophet had already witnessed of a thing, the current prophet would reference that first witness and then bear their own witness.
... the law of first witness?..
Not necessarily. The law of witnesses means more than one person, usually two or three, testifies of the truth of something. The prophet can testify of something, and they can bear witness of what previous prophets have said, but so can general members. Anyone to whom the Holy Ghost has testified of the truth of something can bear witness or bear record of the truth.
I thought no one was allowed to see these plates?
17 people did after the translation
The purpose of the Book of Mormon is to witness or testify of Jesus Christ. He is spoken about on nearly every page. His divinity is it's central theme. It is true that this book will help everyone who reads it become closer to Him. Read it with an open heart and you will feel God's power teaching you about the Savior through the power of the Holy Ghost!
Am grateful for reading another testament of Jesus Christ for the Holy ghost testify is true word of God.
be sure to study jeremiah 42 kjv
Did you know that the Church of Jesus Christ makes the KJV Bible available online? You can find this chapter at churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/ot/jer/42. What strikes you about this chapter of scripture?
I have read the book of Mormon at least twice. once when I was investigating the church and later after I had been baptized. I know my faith has been tried many times but somehow i know this book is true and it is a witness to our lord and savior.
Thank you for sharing!
, MY LITTLE HANDSOME BABY BROTHER MANUEL , I PROMISED NANNY I WOULD NEVER CHANGE MY LOVING HEART , MY CARING HEART......I KNOW I IMAKE NANNY VERY HAPPY! MANUEL NEVER EVER TALKED DOWN ABOUT MY RELIGIÓN (MORMONA ❤️) ALL NANNY CARED ABOUT SEEING HIS SIS STIZZ VERY HAPPY!!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I love the book of Mormón and I know that the book of Mormón is true🙂
I am not sure where this story came from but if you read the earliest accounts of the first vision, this is nothing like it. And Joseph Smith wrote three original accounts. Look it up LDS! His account changes each time that he rewrote it!
According to the original accounts, Joseph Smith held the "plates" at a distance (covered) and told the other two what they were. They "witnessed" and told everyone about them but never actually saw them. Additionally, the other 11 never really saw them either.
Later, when Joseph Smith was heading west, the original witnesses did not stick with the faith. They all went in a different religious direction. Even Joseph Smith's wife left the faith after his murder.
You can read these accounts in your church history which the LDS do not publish but have available upon request.
You are incorrect. I've studied the accounts of Joseph Smith's first vision with my children and I find all of his personal accounts insightful. Some people try to twist the testimonies of the three and eight witnesses, but when you read them for yourself you find that they not only saw the plates but touched and held them also. It's printed in each copy of the Book of Mormon, and has been consistent over the many years of the book's publication. It is true that some of the witnesses of the Book of Mormon left the Church, and some returned, but none ever retracted their statements about the gold plates. They all held to their testimony.
French member.
In fact I've been a member of the church since 1971 so over many different versions Although basically they are the same
If the plates were real, why would they leave the church?
People struggle with their faith for various reasons. Jesus taught about this in the Parable of the Sower in Matthew 13, where the seeds were good but didn't grow well in some places, meaning that despite being taught truth, some people didn't allow it to grow in them. Some who leave eventually return as they overcome their trials of faith, like Martin Harris.
A court of law would argue that the fact that they were so adamant in their testimonies despite the fact that they were excommunicated is evidence for their veracity
A few had falling out with Joseph. I think one ended up with James Strang after the "succession crisis"?
I love The Book of Mormon. I am so happy I live now, when the Restoration is in full effect.
3 people are clueless to the truth.
Well let me put it this way. When you go to the court of Law, You will need both evidence and witnesses.
Where is the evidence of those plates?
A witness' testimony is indeed a form of evidence in a court of law, and it is often the only form of evidence available. But for everyone, the most important evidence we have is the witness we receive from God Himself through His Spirit when we study the Book of Mormon and pray sincerely to know of its truth. You can have this personal witness, too.
First baby !!!
In the July/August 2018 edition of "Biblical Archaeology Review" on page 32, is an article "Egyptian Papyrus Sheds New Light on Jewish History."
The author is Karel van der Toorn.
The article is about a papyrus roll (P. Amherst 63) discovered in the late 19th century at Luxor (ancient Thebes).
It took more than 120 years to decipher the text. It was discovered that Egyptian Demotic script had been used to write Aramaic text! The translation turned out to include three Israelite psalms written about 400BC.
This is an example of "reformed Egyptian" used by Israelites and discovered by non-Mormons!
Alma 30:40-And now what evidence have ye that there is no God or that Christ cometh not? I say unto you that he have none. Save it be your word only.
Those that do not believe in Christ have no evidence. Those of us who have a testimony of Christ. Have all had similar events happen to us, or words from the Spirit, or blessings. You can speak to someone across the world, Christians across the world will testify of those same truths of Christ. Many, many witnesses. Countless. ❤️
Being a convert and have a testimony of Book of Mormon 🥰
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The testimony of the 8 was with their “spiritual eyes” they never physically saw or touched the plates and it’s misleading to imply that they did.
But the three witnesses clealrt state in some of their testimonies that they say them with their physical eyes also. So why not the 8 witnesses?
Navinewolf, you are incorrect. They touched the plates, and stated it very clearly in their testimony, as printed in every copy of the Book of Mormon. (ChurchOfJesusChrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/eight). Some witnesses did speak of also having spiritual vision in addition to seeing the plates and physically touching them, but they've been misquoted and had their words misinterpreted by some who try to detract from their testimony, and then others have passed on that misunderstanding. By reading the actual testimony you can see for yourself that the physically touched the plates.
In portuguese please!
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