It has been my experience that, after a little research, all the alleged contradictions and inaccuracies are totally explainable. The asker wanted book of mormon and bible contradictions. Joseph smith said that the book of mormon was the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion, and a man would get nearer to god by abiding by its precepts, than by any other book history of the church, vol. Lehi and his party obviously had knowledge of the wheel. Below are just some of the contradictions weve found between the bible. Behold, david and solomon truly had many wives and concubines, which thing was abominable before me, saith the. For many people, the belief that the bible contains contradictions and inaccuracies is an excuse for not believing. Contradictions in lds scriptures pdf version click here one god. The book of mormon contradicts itself and the bible. The book of mormon and the bible are remarkable compatible, if read with. With the help of several other books, i found the following evidence that proves conclusively that the book of mormon is contradictory to the bible. Many people believe the mormon church is simply a denomination or group within christianity. The book of mormon was published in 1830 by joseph smith, founder of the church of jesus christ of latter day saints.
Sandra tanner provides a list of eight items which she claims are contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible. Contradictions in the book of mormon with the bible the following contradictions demonstrate that joseph smith was not translating the book of mormon with the gift and power of god. At first glance the book of mormon appears to be biblical in heft and style. Its gentle approach makes his book ideal to share with either a mormon who is willing to examine the truth or someone being tempted to join this bizarre religion. But does their teaching agree with the bible or contradict it. It is easily demonstrated that none of these paired scriptures contradict.
The bible plainly states that the gospel, with its inclusion of gentiles, was not fully revealed until. 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. Book of mormon contradictions truth magazine online. Points out the contradictions between the bible and book of mormon as well as errors in translation in the king james version kjv of the bible that were copied into the book of mormon. Contradictions in the book of mormon the annotated bible. The contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible constitute a most serious obstacle to accepting the book of mormon as latterday scripture that is supplemental to the bible. Apologetics press the bible versus the book of mormon.
Two books of mormon scripture are the book of mormon and the doctrine and covenants in galatians 1. The book of mormon is supposed to be a history of real people living in a real place. How can mormons believe that god the father has a body when the bible says god is pure spirit. Feb 03, 2012 just reading up on mormon history and beginning to learn about it. These minor contradictions arent so minor when we realise that even they mean that the book of mormon contradicts the bible, and therefore the book of mormon isnt a revelation from god there are more serious contradictions, too, between the book of mormon and the bible. In fact, a bible believer would expect there to be contradictions between the two, since the bible never gives any legitimacy to the book of mormon, but actually condemns it cf. However, the book of mormon claims the christian church was established as early as 147 b. The following examples are some of such contradictions. Three simple ways to show contradictions in the mormon belief of. The book of mormon uses the term chariot many times and in many different time periods which shows that the bom peoples used the concept of the wheel. In nearly all cases, the book of mormon presents theology consistent with the bible, but different from the doctrine and covenants, from which the majority of mormon doctrine comes. Aug, 2015 many people believe the mormon church is simply a denomination or group within christianity. It is easily demonstrated that none of these paired scriptures contradict each other. Today the bible and book of mormon are companion books in the hands and before the eyes of people today.
Alleged contradictions in latterday saint scripture jump to subtopic. Book of mormon difficulties, contradictions and explanations. One of the curious aspects about an examination of lds scriptures is the fact that there are substantial and irreconcilable differences between doctrine as presented in the book of mormon and other lds. Sabom skeptics annotated bible quran book of morman. Please consider evidence that mormon scriptures contradict both themselves and the bible. Contradictions between the bible and book of mormon life. And behold, he shall be born of mary, at jerusalem which is the land of our forefathers, she being a virgin, a precious and chosen vessel, who shall be overshadowed and conceive by the power of the holy ghost, and bring forth a son, yea, even. Apr 04, 2019 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. Its couched in king james english, and it features color renderings of mormon scenes made to look like bible illustrations. Some of them are substantial doctrines that define key doctrines. The book of mormon speaks clearly that it was not inspired by god. Scripture reference guide contradictions within lds.
The bible is inspired without any error and correct, and we see this reality when we read it, but the book of mormon only pretends to be inspired and is full of errors and contradictions. 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. Many such people have not actually read the bible for themselves. Bible q does the book of mormon contradict the bible. Mormons say joseph smith was a prophet and his writings are scripture. The stick of judah is obviously the bible, since the jews are through the tribe of judah. Mormon is allegedly a prophethistorian who was the native american believed by mormons to have written the book of mormon the main religious text of the church of jesus christ of latter day saints mormonism.
Below is the modern map of the area of smiths youth. These include endowments, celestial marriage, and specific tithing. Changes, contradictions, and errors is a musthave resource for anyone who knows or witnesses to mormons. Disproves mormonism using the bible, mormon scripture, statistical analysis and common sense.
If the book of mormon is from god as it claims, then it too should bear the marks of inspiration, but instead of unity the book of mormon has many contradictions within its pages. What is the difference between the bible and the book of. The egyptian language was a very corrupt language from idol. The stick of joseph referred to is the book of mormon. Heres a helpful look at the problems facing mormon claims in light of clear contradictions between the bible and the book of mormon. The introduction tells you that the book of mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. However, a close look at its key book, the book of mormon, reveals many concerning contradictions between its teachings and the bible. There are also contradictions within the book of mormon itself. The book of mormon teaches one doctrine that leads to the following series of contradictions in regard to the establishment of the church before christ came.
What are the inconsistencies in the book of mormon. The book of abraham writings of joseph smith the articles of faith. What contradictions exist beteween the bible and the book. 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 contradictions no absurditiesnothing unreasonable. Now one site did list alma, from the bom, concerning jesus being a spirit. 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. But to achieve exaltation or godhood it is available only to mormons who obey the teachings specific to the book of mormon. So, any doctrine that contradicts the bible cannot be of god. Contradictions between the book of mormon bom and doctrine. The book of mormon teaches that little children are not capable of sin because they do not have a sinful nature moroni 8.
Ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible. Is there an accurate online mormon book i can look at. The book of mormon vs the bible christian research institute. Contradictions in the book, of mormon truth magazine. In only 75 pages, heinze covers several of the key contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible or verifiable history. Three simple ways to show contradictions in the mormon. 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. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible bom book of mormon the jaredites had their own language before the tower of babel.
Mar 18, 2020 one of the biggest inconsistencies is that not even jesus and god in the book of mormon know theyre supposed to be two totally separate and distinct fatherandson bodily beings, able to stand together sidebyside at the same time and talk to ea. Below are just some of the contradictions weve found between the bible and the. Provides examples of contradictions between what the bible teaches, what the books of the mormon church teach. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible youtube. They actually feel the book of mormon to be superior to the bible since they believe many precious and important parts of the bible were supposedly deleted from the bible by the catholics. I am no devil, for there is noneand thus he whispereth in their ears, until he grasps them with his awful chains, from whence there is no deliverance. What contradictions exist beteween the bible and the book of. The lord will never allow the president of the church to lead us astray. Book of mormon contradictions contradict mormon excuses. The bible versus the book of mormon apologetics press. Why are there discrepancies between translations in the book of mormon, king james bible and the joseph smith translation of the bible. Bible and book of mormon contradictions by sandra tanner the bible plainly states that the gospel, with its inclusion of gentiles, was not fully revealed until after christs death. This video covers but a few of the many contradiction between the book of mormon and the word of truth, the holy bible. For the first 150 years of mormonisms existence, everyone thought it was a story about a people who left the middle east and came to south or central america, and who fought wars clear up into new york state where.
Contradictions between bible and book of mormon 2 timothy 3. Joseph fielding smith, the tenth president of the church, said. Lehi, the first prophet of book of mormon, was a descendant of the tribe of joseph. Book of mormon contradicts the teachings of christ which are found in the bible on this point. Journal of discourses, joseph smith history, mormon doctrine etc. The contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible constitute a most serious obstacle to accepting the book of mormon as latterday scripture supplemental to the bible. Feb 10, 2010 the ones that didnt attempted to find contradictions using nonscriptural works, ie. So, since jesus had not been born at the time alma was speaking of him, yes he was still a spirit. Mormon leaders insist that there are no contradictions in mormonism. Lds church members are taught that the book of mormon bom is scripture, as well as a true record of the inhabitants of the americas from about 2200 bc to 420 ad.
In the mormon book doctrine and covenants, a collection of gods socalled revelations to joseph smith, god the father has a body of flesh and bones as tangible as mans. The bible says believers were first called christians after pauls ministry in antioch. Were precious things found in great abundance by the nephites in america. At first, smith taught the extreme unity between the father and the son so that the father was the son and the son was the father. Is the book of mormon really the most correct of any book on earth. If his joseph smiths claims and declarations were built upon fraud and deceit, there would appear many errors and contradictions, which would be easy to detect. The book of mormon contradicts itself and other inspired mormon writings. It is interesting that our critics are often willing to go to great lengths to resolve apparent contradictions or other problems in the bible, but are unwilling to even think carefully about the many alleged contradictions and problems they find in the book of mormon.
This resource is for christians who want to understand the development of mormon theology and how mormon beliefs are often selfcontradictory. Are there obvious contradictions between the book of. Top 10 embarrassments of the mormon religion listverse. Contradictions in lds scriptures utah lighthouse ministry.
Jul 14, 2017 comparing the bible to the book of mormon, with compilation. And whereas the bible is organically linked to the earthly ministry of jesus christ by extensive. To the lds church, the book of mormon is a holy and divinely inspired text. Below are just some of the contradictions weve found between the bible and the book of mormon. Simply put, if both the bible and the book of mormon were inspired by god, then they never would contradict each other. Three simple ways to show contradictions in the mormon belief. Just reading up on mormon history and beginning to learn about it. Latterday saint scripturesupposed contradictions fairmormon. While these actually prove nothing, because they were taken out of context anyway, they were not what the asker asked. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the holy bible. There are a number of contradictions between the bible and the book of mormon. There is no verse in the book of mormon that declares the bible to be other than scripture nor is there anything in the bible that directly denounces the book of.
In the 1st edition of the book of mormon, 2 nephi 11. If we accept the book of mormon as our authority, this would contradict the bible, because both cannot be true. We will not discuss the ongoing changes in major mormon doctrines over the years, the contradictions in their doctrinal books, or the contradictions between their scriptures and the bible. The book of mormon claims that jesuss atonement provided for the immortality for all people. Jul 06, 2011 the contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible constitute a most serious obstacle to accepting the book of mormon as latterday scripture supplemental to the bible. The simple truth of the matter is that the book of mormon contradicts the bible in many areas. Mormonism is a religion less than two centuries old, but in this short time it has managed to accrue a long list of embarrassments which the church leaders would prefer were kept. This brief tract will examine another book which claims inspiration, the book of mormon and how it measures up to the test of unity.
The first concern to consider is its declaration that the book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ. Book of mormon contradictions contradict mormon excuses 03292018 by lifeafterministry alma 7. The passage taken from the book of mormon certainly occurred before christ came to the earth and has been dated by their own book as 147 b. Contradictions between the bible and book of mormon life after. But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be.
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