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The Book of Mormon (10 December 1908)

TitleThe Book of Mormon (10 December 1908)
Publication TypeMagazine Article
Year of Publication1908
AuthorsJenson, Andrew
MagazineThe Latter Day Saints' Millennial Star
Volume70
Issue Number50
Pagination785–791
Date Published10 December 1908
KeywordsAngel Moroni; Book of Mormon; Book of Mormon Translation; First Vision; Golden Plates; Hill Cumorah (New York); Smith, Joseph, Jr.
Abstract

This series discusses the origin of the Book of Mormon. It includes topics such as the Hill Cumorah, Joseph Smith’s first vision, the visit of the angel Moroni, the description of the gold plates, the translation and historical importance of the Book of Mormon, the testimonies of the Three and Eight Witnesses, Native American traditions that correspond with concepts in the Book of Mormon, legends from Tongan Islanders that are similar to those of Judaism, and the prophecy of no kings in America and its fulfillment. The first part discusses the coming forth of the Book of Mormon.