Other areas can be assumed to be essentially the same. What is less well known is that the book of mormon makes a large number of unacknowledged biblical quotes. These include endowments, celestial marriage, and specific tithing. Whats the difference between the holy bible and the book of. The republican nominee for president is a mormon, there is a play on broadway about the book of mormon and the lds church has launched a multimilliondollar ad campaign called im a mormon. Jul 14, 2017 comparing the bible to the book of mormon, with compilation. Mar 16, 2009 the mormon jesus not the jesus of the bible mormons can claim to believe in jesus all they want, but its apparent from their teachings that the jesus they profess is definitely not the jesus of the bible. If anyone adds anything to them, god will add to him the plagues described in this book.
However, a close look at its key book, the book of mormon, reveals many concerning contradictions between its teachings and the bible. Bullinger, this particular scripture contains a hebraism, namely, active verbs were used by the hebrews to express not the doing of the thing, but the permission of the thing which the agent is said do. How does the book of mormons and the bible compare. The book of mormon is completely not verifiable or historical. I recently ended up in a conversation online about the book of mormon. This is something that should be determined and sorted out. Is it time to pull the curtain on the book of mormon. The book of mormon claims that jesuss atonement provided for the immortality for all people. The significant difference between the bible and the book of mormon is the period and place of.
Christianity christians hold that the bible is the sole infallible authority for life and faith. The difference between the book of mormon and the christian new testament this article is dedicated to the cult of eh who is a professed atheist. Mormon scholars have also noted that at least seven of the ancient textual variants in question are not significantly different in meaning. In some cases, entire passages are duplicated in the book of mormon. Book of mormontranslation errors from the kjv fairmormon. Unless otherwise indicated, bible quotations are taken from the king james version. The book of mormon speaks clearly that it was not inspired by god when you compare it with what god has already said about inspiration. Mormons believe that revelation did not stop with the bible. Instead, revelation continues in the modern age, starting with the book of mormon and continues with revelations to church apostles.
Different authors contributed to the writing of the holy bible whereas the book of mormon was first published by one man, joseph smith. When we study the book of mormon, our understanding of the doctrines in the bible is clarified. And if anyone takes words away from this book of prophecy, god will take away from him. Mormons believe in continuous revelation through lds prophets, such as. More specifically, it is a collection of books the word bible literally means the books written by prophets over centuries. It shows that the book of mormon has committed plagiarism by utilizing our beloved final authority the king james bible without giving credit to whom credit is due. The jst changes the statement to passive voice whereas the kjv bible and the book of mormon are in active voice. Some historians though, challenge the writings in the book of mormon and state that these are mere interpretations of joseph smith. The bible affirms, in the mouth of two or three witnesses shall every word be established 2 corinthians. Below are just some of the contradictions weve found between the bible and the.
As men focus their attention in other areas of research, bits of cultural and linguistic evidence come to the forefront as additional testimonies of the book of mormon. What is the difference between the bible and the book of mormon. We believe that the church discovered what was inspired through prayer and the leading of the holy spirit. The bible and the book of mormon for over 100 years, mormon archaeologists have searched in vain for indisputable proof of book of mormon civilizations. The mormon jesus not the jesus of the bible mormons can claim to believe in jesus all they want, but its apparent from their teachings that the jesus they profess is definitely not the jesus of the bible.
Mormons believe that the book of mormon is an additional witness to the divinity of christ and that it helps clarify teachings and doctrines that are confusing or misinterpreted in the bible. Aside from the many theological conflicts with the bible and historical and archeological fact, the writing of the book of. Aug 15, 2009 the king james version is the old and new testaments of the bible. What is the difference between what we call illumination and what mormon s call revelation, especially concerning the canonization of scripture. Mormons, while holding that the bible is a part of the canon of scripture, add to it several mormon works. The lord covenanted with enos to bring forth the book of mormon to the lamanites, enos 1. Notice how the mormon writings will both agree and contradict each other as well as the bible. The book of mormon and the bible will grow together, 2 ne. So much for the book of mormon being a different gospel than the bible the record of this visit is found in the book of 3rd nephi, in the book of mormon. Both volumes are used by latterday saints side by side.
Jan 04, 2011 one of the many wonders in the world of religion is the difference between mormons and christians. Mormonism and the biblejoseph smith translationrelationship. Where much of discussing religion with certain sectscults etc. Smith also completed an unpublished revision of the bible in 1833, which he said corrected many of these errors, and added inspired commentary. Sometimes the quotation is explicit, as in the second book of nephi, which contains 18 quoted chapters of the book of isaiah other significant connections between the two books include book of mormon words and phrases that only appear in. The bible is the first witness and the book of mormon bears a second witness that all the promises, prophecies, and miracles in the bible are true. Its touring company has successful runs in numerous cities every.
What is the difference between the book of mormon and the. May 10, 2018 although most readers probably havent noticed it, the book of mormon consistently discusses thieves and theft in a different way than it speaks of robbers and robbery. Why did the early mormons believe in plural marriage. Contradictions between the bible and book of mormon life. Following is a short comparison between christian doctrine and mormon doctrine. Aug 28, 2011 the difference is that the bible is the word of god and the book of the mormon is just a book that joseph smith wrote. The pearl of great price, and covenants and doctrines. Contradictions between bible and book of mormon 2 timothy 3. The lords words will hiss forth unto the ends of the earth, 2 ne. There is no comparison between the book of mormon and luthers catechism. Jun 09, 2009 if we compare the historical, prophetical, and doctrinal parts of the book of mormon with the great truths of science and nature, we find no contradictionsno absurditiesnothing unreasonable. The book of mormon teaches that black skin is a sign of. The book of mormon claims to be a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. This distinction offers good evidence of the book of mormons antiquity because it is also found in the hebrew and greek texts of the bible.
The book of mormon restores plain and precious truths that have been lost from the bible. Below are just some of the contradictions weve found between the bible. Luthers catechism is a book which extensively quotes from the bible and teaches about what is in the bible. The book of mormon vs the bible christian research institute. What is the difference between mormon bible and the christian.
Mar 21, 2010 one difference between mormonism and catholicism is that while catholicism only has one sacred text, the bible, mormonism has a few including. The first sentence in the introduction to the book of mormon claims, the book of mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. On the other hand, the book of mormon easily is exposed as fiction when compared to and contrasted with the bible, which mormons claim is the word of god. Dec 05, 2017 the book of mormon challenges other scriptures with conflicting beliefs and indicates that they will no longer exist in the course of time. However, the book of mormon claims the christian church was established as early as 147 b. The bible is not a book but a collection of 66 books, written over a span of 1600 years across 3 continents, by over 40 writers inspired by god in 3 languages yet it has one primary theme the glory of god and salvat. Other sources of mormon doctrine include the bible, doctrine and covenants and the pearl of great price. The book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ. The bible and the book of mormon compared by chad lyndon dills so whats the point of this comparison.
Critics wonder why many of the quotes from isaiah in the book of mormon are identical to the king james version. At the same time, it helps readers better understand the identity of the robbers. Smith said that the book of mormon revealed plain and precious things that had been taken away from the bible. Official name of the mormon church is the church of jesus christ of latter day saints. Smiths translation of the golden plates, called the book of mormon, is an integral part of mormon doctrine. The way you can attempt to answer the question, is the bible really inspireddoes it have a divine originis to see whether the bible has marks of the supernatural. I hope this helps in the understanding of the difference between mormon and christian beliefs.
May 29, 2011 the book of mormon is basically just another testament to the bible for us mormons. At first glance the book of mormon appears to be biblical in heft and style. Other writings accepted as scripture are the doctrine and covenants, a compilation of revelations and writings given since the restoration of the church began, and the. The bible and the book of mormon both have similar objectives. The differences in wording between the kjv and the book of mormon highlight the areas in which there were theologically significant differences between the nephite versions and the masoretic text, from which the bible was translated. What is the difference between mormon beliefs and lutheran. And whereas the bible is organically linked to the earthly ministry of jesus christ by extensive. But to achieve exaltation or godhood it is available only to mormons who obey the teachings specific to the book of mormon. Following is a comparison between christian doctrine and mormon doctrine. In light of the recent interest in mormonism, it will be helpful to compare and contrast some of the key differences between mormonism and christianity. Sep 21, 2018 unlike the bible, the book of mormon has no corroboration from other books written by other authors to its supposed history, and no eyewitnesses to the events recorded therein.
What is the difference between the mormon jesus and the jesus. Its allegedly the inspired writings of joseph smith, whom the mormons regard as a. So, with a proper understanding of what mormonism really teaches, you will be able to see past those definitions. Apr 15, 2019 the highly acclaimed musical the book of mormon opened on broadway in 2011 and is still playing to soldout crowds there. In fact, mormonism uses the same words found in christianity, but it redefines them. The book of mormon teaches that little children are not capable of sin because they do not have. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the holy bible. The egyptian language was a very corrupt language from. The book of mormon challenges other scriptures with conflicting beliefs and indicates that they will no longer exist in the course of time. Apologetics press the bible versus the book of mormon. What is most popularly known as the mormon church is the church of jesus christ of latter day saints. The book of mormon is an additional book that the church of jesus christ of latterday saints includes as scripture, calling it. Of course, outside of the mormon s own writings, there are no records, no evidence whatsoever of any such visit by jesus to the americas. As a companion to the bible, the book of mormon is a witness of jesus christs.
The bible vs the book of mormon basic mormon beliefs. A comparison between christian doctrine and mormon. It will become very obvious that mormonism does not agree with the bible. The christian new testament aligns with history and has archaeology proof. The truth is they worship another jesus, proclaim another gospel, and teach the skin of the truth stuffed with a lie. Whats the difference between the book of mormon and the bible. The bible and the book of mormon the church of jesus christ of. What is the difference between the bible, the book of. The book of mormon contains a consistent theme from start to finish.
Bible, book of mormon and lds scripture compared life. Simply put, if both the bible and the book of mormon were inspired by god, then they never would contradict each other. Printed in canada first edition, isbn 9780981146720. What is the difference between the mormon jesus and the. The book of mormon contains many linguistic similarities to the king james bible kjv. The bible says believers were first called christians after pauls ministry in antioch. The difference is that the book of mormon allows for an exception in cases that are specifically commanded by god. Many people believe the mormon church is simply a denomination or group within christianity. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible 1. The difference between the book of mormon and the christian new. The mormon bible is the book of mormon, which the mormons believe supercedes and completes the bible. What are the key differences between mormonism and.
Jul 06, 2011 the bible came first, not the book of mormon. Sometimes the quotation is explicit, as in the second book of nephi, which contains 18 quoted chapters of the book of isaiah. If we compare the historical, prophetical, and doctrinal parts of the book of mormon with the great truths of science and nature, we find no contradictionsno absurditiesnothing unreasonable. In fact there are more lost, altered and changed sections in the book of mormon when you compare the original 1830 book of mormon to the current edition, than the few variant readings in the new testament.
As a companion to the bible, the book of mormon is a witness of jesus christs divinity and his role as the savior of the world. The egyptian language was a very corrupt language from idol. The book of mormon contradicts itself and other inspired mormon writings. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the holy. Bible ties to the book of mormon bible reference for lds.
The book of mormon has a much greater consistency of style than does the bible, which is much more clearly the work of many authors over a. And all this have they done that they might pervert the right ways of the lord, that they might blind the eyes and harden the hearts of the children of men. The subtitle of the book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ. The truth is, the book of mormon contains the same gospel as the new testament and is another witness to jesus christ but christians interpret their bible so.
What is the difference between mormon bible and the. The conversation began due to an article about several of the historical claims from the book of mormon being called into serious question. It contains a history of gods dealings with the ancient world since the days of adam until after christs death and resurrection, and continue reading the bible vs the book of mormon. The introduction tells you that the book of mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. Difference between mormons and christians compare the. Both the bible and the book of mormon declare themselves to. The purpose of the book is to convince the jew and the gentile that jesus is the christ. The book of mormon sets monogamy as the rule, as does the bible. A comparison between christian doctrine and mormon doctrine. In contrast, catholics teach that the bible contains the fullness of revelation. The primary, and obvious answer about differences between the two texts is that the bible has an extraordinary amount of evidence supporting its mundane claims about the real world language, history, culture, geography, etc. While claiming to follow the bible, are they actually contradicting the word of god. The book of mormon teaches that the disobedience of adam and eve in eating.
In terms of theology and doctrine, most of what is in the bible and the book of mormon is unproveable and must be taken on faith. This is the main cause why different christian churches exist. The book of mormon and the king james bible wikipedia. Its couched in king james english, and it features color renderings of mormon scenes made to look like bible illustrations. Both the bible and the book of mormon declare themselves to be ancient. Nov 06, 2006 order the dvd at the book of mormon claims to be a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. If there are differences between the bible and the book of mormon, they reject the bible.
The book of mormon, the doctrines of the covenant, and the pearl of great price. The book of mormon contains extensive quotes from isaiah some twentytwo chapters of the prophet are found in the book, in many cases quoted verbatim from the king james version. The book of mormon contradicts itself and the bible. Aug, 2015 many people believe the mormon church is simply a denomination or group within christianity. The book of mormon is another witness of jesus christ and confirms the truths found in the holy bible. In addition to the 20 helps we thought itd be handy for our readers to also have a sidebyside comparison of the bible, book of mormon and other lds teachings. Another testament of jesus christ is regarded as divinely inspired scripture, as is the holy bible. The book of mormon is purported to be a new revelation, one that mormons say is part of the new covenant to israel and another witness to the truth of the bible history of the church 4.
The holy bible is the sacred text of jews and christians while the book of mormon is the sacred text of the latterday saints movement. Bible, book of mormon and lds scripture compared life after. And whereas the bible is organically linked to the earthly ministry of jesus christ by extensive surviving manuscript evidence going back as far as a. How is the book of mormon different from the bible. The bible has numerous sections that are nondoctrinal in nature, such as historical, proverbial. What is the difference between the bible and the book of. The book of mormon is a fiction book which has not one bit of credible evidence to support what it says to be true, which mormons believe without reason. For example, the mormon inquirer prays about the book of mormon after reading it and if they get a warm fuzzy feeling they will know the book is true. Church members believe that the book of mormon is more correct than the bible because the bible was the result of a multiplegeneration translation process and the book of mormon was not.
Contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible. The difference is that the book of mormon and the quran are derivative, finding their many of their stories in retelling the more ancient tales in the bible. Ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth. Do you know how to show a mormon person the difference in reliability between the bible and the book of mormon.
The book of mormon can actually be sourced back to the king james bible, while the quran comes from a variety of jewish, christian, gnostic and pagan sources. This book has none of the characteristics of gods word, and instead has all the marks of being the invented fiction of one man. The bible the bible teaches that all men have sinned and fallen short of the glory of god. The book of mormon teaches that god has flesh and bones and that he has a wife with whom they produce spirit offspring in heaven that will inhabit human bodies on earth. Smith endowed the book of mormon with status equal to the bible. The first concern to consider is its declaration that the book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ.