This work focuses on the most significant aspect of that book. Yet the miracle of man is the greatest evidence of god, for we have within us the power through the atonement and the grace of god to become as he is. Jan 04, 2012 tpjs, joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. Stop looking for the book of mormon in mesoamerica and start. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints, 1979. It is not sponsored or endorsed by either the maxwell institute or. Naturally, it is read with varying degrees of comprehension, and many of us. Doctrinal mastery book of mormon taboo game lds seminary. The institute for religious research posted on their website a 1998 letter from.
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. First and second nephi and jacob through mosiah, vols. Doctrinal new testament commentary, volume 1 the gospels. 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. Dividing the material into convenient topical sections, each volume quotes the book of mormon verses and gives detailed commentary that reflects not only the authors own considerable scholarship and research but also the insights of other. Top doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. Felt over red leather with gilt tooling, 4 raised bands and record in gilt on a black leather label, marbled.
References are made in the book of mormon to thencurrent understanding of precolumbian. Naturally, it is read with varying degrees of comprehension, and many of us need assistance to deepen our understanding. Since the publication of the book of mormon in 1830, mormon archaeologists have attempted. Native americans, dna, and the mormon church salt lake city, ut. Review of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. As i read the book of mormon this year in gospel doctrine class i tried to stay up with the commentary as well.
Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon 4 volume set by joseph fielding mcconkie set. There should not be any of us so unwisely indulgent, so thoughtless and so. Oct 08, 2012 doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. Nibleys commentary on the book of mormon is based on transcriptions from classes taught by hugh nibley, and is published with the permission of the neal a. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v1 by joseph. The commentary is insightful and we learned many new and interesting thingspoints. Contextual commentary on the book of mormon by brant gardner is the most. Doctrinal mastery book of mormon flashcards quizlet. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v1 written by respected gospel scholars, joseph fielding mcconkie, robert l. There should not be any of us so unwisely indulgent, so thoughtless and so shallow in our affection for our children that we dare not check them in a wayward course, in wrongdoing and in their.
As i read the book of mormon this last year in gospel doctrine class i tried to stay up with the commentary as well. The geographical setting of the book of mormon is the set of locations of the events described. A former missionary to scotland, he also served as an lds chaplain for three years, one of. This classic series uses modern revelation and the teachings of latterday prophets to illuminate the full meaning of new testament doctrines. It discusses the doctrinal and theological aspects of the text and highlights the. Volume 4 third nephi through moroni by joseph field mcconkie, robert l.
The four,volume set provides a thorough commentary on the verses in the book of mormon. Book of mormon doctrinal mastery flashcards quizlet. All cards 1 nephi to moroni book of mormon chapter summaries. My husband and i read from it each night while studying the book of mormon. Mormons have traditionally viewed theology and theologians with suspicion. Doctrinal mastery book of mormon taboo game lds seminary etsy. Book of mormon commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading doctrinal commentary on the book of. The authors offer nothing new to the study of the book of mormon. Doctrinal new testament commentary, volume 1 deseret book. The strewing of ashes upon oneself was also a symbolic gesture representing the depth of humility and the fulness of penitence. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon 4 volume, brent l.
The temple, the sermon on the mount, and the gospel of matthew. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon 4 volume set. According to robert millet, in reading alma in contextas part of a larger sermonwe begin to see that the idea of entering the rest of the lord is a central theme. 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 in its doctrine and in its precepts. Jan 02, 2012 millet and mcconkie, bom doctrinal commentary, vol 1, p. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, 2 by joseph. Volume 2 of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. As a focus for gospel study, no book can begin to take the place of the book of mormon. Maxwell institute for religious scholarship and nibley llc. Millet, doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. We have not even the power to make one hair white or black, let alone add a single cubit to our stature. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol.
What are some great commentary books on the book of mormon. This four volume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard work doctrine. If you are a scholar, look for more intense books by gileadi. A look at jerald and sandra tanners covering up the black hole in the book of mormon pp. Joseph fielding mcconkie was born and reared in salt lake city. Top, joseph fielding mcconkie, robert millet, book of mormon, scriptural commentaries, 3 stars.
If you want something that is simply an introduction to help you get the ideas presented, then the book of mormon made easier. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, 4 vols. Book 4 of 4 in the doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon series. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volumes 1 4 book. It is not sponsored or endorsed by either the maxwell institute or brigham young university, and. Alma through helaman 5 out of 5 stars 1 product rating 1 product ratings doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools.
I should note that of over thirty booklength and articlelength commen. I gave three stars as volume 4 is only 3 nephi which i wasnt aware of when i. The series quotes each verse of book of mormon scripture and gives a detailed commentary citing additional scripture and prophetic insight. The book of mormon itself is the best source for understanding the. Producing a commentary on what the book of mormon is, and what it means. Volume 1 of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volumes 14 by. This fourvolume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard work doctrine. Volume 2 jacob through mosiah by joseph field mcconkie, robert l. Millet, doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. 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.
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