Book of mormon commentary mcconkie

Learn about the book of mormon with verse by verse commentaries from renowned book of mormon scholars like john w. A compendium of the gospel, which he described as the first major attempt to digest, explain, and analyze all of the important doctrines of the kingdom and the first extensive compendium of the whole gospelthe first attempt to publish an encyclopedic commentary covering the whole field. Religious studies center, brigham young university, 1988, 750. Top, this series focuses on the most significant aspect of the. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The most valuable aspect of this set are the occasional authoritative quotes the authors use from modern prophets and apostles, but if this is what you want, you would be better off with k douglas bassetts doctrinal insights to the book of mormon 3 vols. Review of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol.

It was intended primarily for a latterday saint audience and is often used as a reference book by church members because of its comprehensive nature. In 2 nephi 27, nephi borrowed extensively from the language of isaiah 29 to describe the coming forth of the book of mormon. Read this weeks knowhy connected with the come follow me curriculum, and watch a video elucidating an insight in this weeks scripture reading. Millet, doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. The authors offer nothing new to the study of the book of mormon. Alma through helaman by joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. Sherem, like others who followed, used much power of speech and flattering words to teach that there should be no christ jacob 7. The most valuable aspect of this set are the occasional authoritative quotes the authors use from modern prophets and apostles, but if this is what you want, you would be better off with k douglas bassetts doctrinal insights to the book of mormon 3 vols which are strictly. Book of mormon studies the encyclopedia of mormonism.

Dec 02, 2016 this is a four volume commentary on the book of mormon, by two of the most respectful scholars in the lds community today. What are some great commentary books on the book of mormon. As coauthor robert millet explains, though the story of the book of mormon, the narrative, is true and. Mormon theologian bruce mcconkie states, there are three godsthe father, the son, and the holy ghost. Mcconkie and millets four volume doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon is good, although it is as conservative a series as you might guess a work by a man sporting the names of both joseph fielding smith and bruce r. It was the first book i ever purchased when a brandnew convert in 1979, in the authoritativelooking blackandgold binding. Millet as they undertake their doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon.

Isaiah 29 is one of the most often cited scriptural passages of the restoration. In each case, he or his son moroni followed through perfectly. The temple, the sermon on the mount, and the gospel of matthew. Ostler as sistant professor of church history and doctrine, byu from revelations of the restoration. I own the book versions of this and they are excellent.

Mcconkie, a general authority of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church. Mcconkie served in the first council of the seventy of the lds church from 1946 until his calling to the quorum of the twelve apostles in 1972, where he served until his death in 1985. As i read the book of mormon this year in gospel doctrine class i tried to stay up with the commentary as well. A compendium of the gospel, which he described as the first major attempt to digest, explain, and analyze all of the important doctrines of the kingdom and the first extensive compendium of the whole gospelthe first attempt to publish an encyclopedic.

The book of mormon not only shows that the covenants from the old testament applied to the people of the book of mormon, but that gods covenants apply to us today as well. The p rocess of translating the book of mormon j oseph fielding mcconkie prof essor of ancient scripture, byu c raig j. Whereas in the story of the book of mormon, an earlier work, reynolds had agreed with orson pratt on book of mormon geography, in their commentary he and sjodahl placed geography at a low level of priority and were interested primarily in establishing an internally consistent map of all book of mormon sites, without attempting to identify those. On one hand, they are adamantine in their conviction that the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Jacob through mosiah paperback july 30, 2007 by joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. Our father in heaven planned the coming forth of the founding fathers and their form of government as the necessary great prologue leading to the restoration of the gospel. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. A commentary on the doctrine and covenants and other modern revel ations salt lake city, ut. In 1958, mcconkie published a book, mormon doctrine. Book 2 of 4 in the doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon series. Written by respected gospel scholars, joseph fielding mcconkie, robert l. I had taken a class from robert millet in college and had crossed paths with him and also joseph mcconkie many times in my life, as i grewup so close to both of them, so i was excited to be taught from them in these books on the book.

Best of book of mormon commentary list scripture notes. How do the covenants in the scriptures apply to me today. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon by joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon by robert millet and joseph fielding mcconkie this is a 4 volume set which doesnt go straight through the book of mormon as some other commentaries, but approaches it by topic and then studies the scriptures with prophetic statements about those verses. During his service as a general authority, he published several doctrinal books bruce redd mcconkie was a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, 2 by joseph. I shall speak about the sealed book, which contains many of the mysteries of the kingdom. And i looked and beheld a man among the gentiles, who was separated from the seed of my.

Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v1 written by respected gospel scholars, joseph fielding mcconkie, robert l. Naturally, it is read with varying degrees of comprehension, and many of us need assistance to deepen our understanding. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon 4 volume, brent l. Millet and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Mcconkie stated, the marvelous work spoken of is the restoration of the gospel, including the coming forth of the book of mormon new witness, p. It was the perfect place for a convert to go for a source of church teachings in a preinternet age. How appropriate that the first patriarch head or prince of the tribe should bear the name of his ancient forefather, who saw and prophesied of him.

Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon is a series of statements, either about phrases or about topics suggested by some of the language in the book of mormon. This is the dilemma facing joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. Volume 1 of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. In doing so, he was not quoting from isaiah but reappropriating his. The nook book ebook of the doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. Millet doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. The death of mcconkies mormon doctrine mormon matters. These are things that are of great worth unto all who teach the gospel. Review of books on the book of mormon 19892011 volume 5number 1 article 34 1993 joseph fielding mcconkie, robert l. The preaching mission of the sons of mosiah was related in alma 1725, eighteen chapters after mormon had said in mosiah 28. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v4 by robert l. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v3 by robert l. There is a volume that was also contributed and authored by brent l.

Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon joseph fielding. Mormon doctrine originally subtitled a compendium of the gospel is an encyclopedic work written in 1958 by bruce r. As each of these persons is a god, it is evident, from this standpoint alone, that a. Photograph of the book of mormon by jasmin gimenez rappleye. Read doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon by joseph fielding mcconkie available from rakuten kobo. After king benjamin taught his people, he dismissed the multitude, and they returned, every one, according to their families, to their own houses. Top, joseph fielding mcconkie, robert millet, book of mormon, scriptural commentaries, 3 stars. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon download ebook. First and second nephi and jacob through mosiah, vols.

As i read the book of mormon this last year in gospel doctrine class i tried to stay up with the commentary as well. Jan 29, 2012 word of the lord by way of the book of mormon is one of the signs of the times. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volumes 14 by. Millet 1987, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Id like to hold a little in memoriam session here at mormon matters for bruce r. As the keystone of our religion, in joseph smiths words, the book of mormon is high priority reading. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volumes 14. Why does nephi use isaiah 29 as part of his own prophecy. Purchase doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon vol.

This suggests that most of us could benefit by some aid to that understanding. Top, this series focuses on the most significant aspect of the book of mormonthe doctrine. In 1958, mcconkie, then a member of the first council of the seventy of the lds church, published a book entitled mormon doctrine. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. Millet, doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, 4 vols. Mcconkie delivers a message titled what think ye of the book of mormon. Top, which is proving to be quite the guy himself with his most recent publications. Portrait of a man, said to be christopher columbus by sebastiano del piombo, ca. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon mcconkie, joseph. Mormon, the editor of much of the book of mormon as we have it, made these types of promises at least seven times. Jacob 7 introduces the first antichrist in the book of mormon see commentary for alma 30. Naturally it is read with varying degrees of understanding. A dynamic, interactive, webfriendly presentation of the book of mormon. My specific subject is the bible, a sealed book, but my approach and handling of this subject may not fit the normal pattern.

May 03, 2014 mcconkie and millets four volume doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon is good, although it is as conservative a series as you might guess a work by a man sporting the names of both joseph fielding smith and bruce r. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v1 by joseph. As coauthor robert millet explains, though the story of the book of mormon, the narrative, is true and inspiring, the power of the book of mormon lies. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon rakuten kobo. Millet 1991, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. This fourvolume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard work doctrine. Millet, doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. Millet, joseph fielding mcconkie, deseret book due to covid19, orders may be delayed. The complete series kindle edition by millet, robert l. This restoration of the gospel would include the making known of the covenants t.

Top, this series focuses on the most significant aspect of the book of mormon the doctrine. Address given at the byu first stake quarterly conference 11 feb. Click download or read online button to get doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon book now. I had taken a class from robert millet in college and had crossed paths with him and also joseph mcconkie many times in my life, as i grewup so close to both of them, so i was excited to be taught from them in these books on the book of mormon. Mar 11, 2016 isaiah 29 is one of the most often cited scriptural passages of the restoration. A new witness for the articles of faith by bruce r. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon by mcconkie, joseph fielding millet, robert l hardcover available at half price books. Nephi frequently borrowed the language of isaiah 29 to describe his own visions and prophecies about the latterdays. Jan 04, 2012 tpjs, joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. As the keystone of our religion, the book of mormon is highpriority reading.