Brigham young, sidney rigdon, joseph smith iii, and at least four others each claimed succession. Today were going to take a look behind the scenes of the latter day saints and learn about some of their more interesting practices. Scholars still debate whether the mormon leader, brigham young, ordered the massacre or if the responsibility lies with local leaders in southern utah. Within the mass of mormon texts and history, i found a few quotes and events that are especially intriguing. The book of mormon was written for the intent that we may believe the bible, morm. Mormonism has had an incredibly rocky past, particularly with people of color and specifically with african americans. Fun facts you didnt know about the book of mormon tix blog. Crazy mormon facts that you cant believe are true book of. Ten littleknown facts about the book of mormon meridian. Scott jarvie btw check out his amazing 280 page temple book as part of his faith in america project. Turner, a young joseph smith belonged to the local debate club in palmyra. Not only is there no archeological evidence for a language such as reformed egyptian hieroglyphics, there is no archeological support for lands such as the land of moron.
Top ten books the lds mormon church doesnt want you to. With the various denominations and differing analyses on mormon doctrine, i in no way claim that these beliefs reflect every mormon. The book of mormon also tells the reader that after jesus resurrection, he visited america, and other lands to talk to gods children. Trey parker, robert lopez, and matt stone began discussing ideas in 2003. After jesus resurrection lds people believe he visited the peoples of. You say that the book of mormon was written for our day. Book of mormon prophets teach us what to do to protect and strengthen our families. The book of mormon joseph smith is said to have written all 584 pages of the book of mormon in under three months. Funniest scripture in the book of mormon 21 and it came to pass that pacumeni, who was the chief judge, did flee before coriantumr, even to the walls of the city. Mormons wont tell you that the reason the book of mormon has no maps is because there is not one scrap of archaeological evidence to support it. Top 10 embarrassments of the mormon religion listverse. The purpose of omnis little book is the same as the purpose of his fathers book the book of jarom to preserve their genealogy.
The evidence indicates that the book of mormon is in fact an amalgamation of ideas that were inspired by josephs. In march, 2010, the 100 millionth copy of the book of mormon was printed. Rome wasnt built in a day and nor was the book of mormon. Oxford university was founded closer to moronis time than ours.
Williams, a professor of religious education at brigham young university, taught, from beginning to end the book of mormon can be viewed as a handbook on following the prophets. Joseph smith 1st president of the church of christ later the church of jesus christ of latter day saints april 6, 1830 18300406 june 27, 1844 18440627 successor disputed. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints fast facts cnn. See more ideas about book of mormon, bible mapping and native american history.
This is a unique belief among other religions, and some might find it to be a little weird to read about christ visiting other places than jerusalem until they realize that christ promised to do so. The text follows the lives of early american settlers. Elder holland and elder cook were missionary companions. Prior to using seer stones to translate the book of mormon from golden tablets, joseph smith was arrested for swindling people out of their. As many false reports have been circulated respecting the following work, and also many unlawful measures taken by evil designing persons to destroy me, and also the work, i would inform you that i translated by the gift and power of god, and.
The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to adherents, contains writings of ancient prophets who lived on the american continent from approximately 2200 bc to ad 421. The lords words will hiss forth unto the ends of the earth, 2 ne. Book of mormon the musical is coming to eccles theater in salt lake city from august 25. The mormon doctrine states that satan has power over the water. 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. But every once in awhile, we release a totally random, slightly strange episode. The book of mormon, a major broadway musical from south park. Smith is a false prophet, therefore his book of mormon, based on what the bible says, must be false. It wasnt until 1978 a shocking number and date that seems to be far behind what rational and public opinion have deemed acceptable even though most of the public was far too late that the mormons president finally proclaimed, all worthy male members of the. Members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints do not drink tea, coffee, alcohol, or smoke tobacco, or take illegal drugs.
The book of mormon is believed to be the result of joseph smiths communion with the divine. Jun 06, 2011 the book of mormon, as originally published, contained thousands of errors, and later editions had to be changed to correct this, which isnt too convenient for a church trying to claim that god gave the words directly to smith. It perpetuates some of the errors of that translation, such as the word torn instead of refuse. The fact that the book of mormon describes civilizations, supposedly. Weird things about mormons and mormonsim 16 insisting that, if a family is experiencing financial hardship, it is better, i. Here are 5 interesting facts about this book of scripture. Weird things about mormons and mormonsim recovery from. The book of mormon is more than just the inspiration for our nickname. After jesus resurrection lds people believe he visited the peoples of the americas.
May 16, 2020 explore unity1536s board book of mormon. Facts missouri, mormonism, mormons, religion leave a comment topics actors alcohol animals art body business canada china crime death dogs drugs education famous people films food health history history of usa inventions japan laws lawsuits military movies music mystery people police politics presidents religion russia science space sports. This is a list of facts that have absolutely no bearing on anyones eternal salvation. Twelve beliefs the mormon church might not want you to know about. Throughout the history of the church, people of every race and ethnicity in many countries have been baptized and have lived as faithful members of the church. Oct 05, 2012 joseph smith translated the book of mormon from gold plates. The book of mormon contains the fullness of the gospel of jesus christ. Official declaration 2, 1978 the book of mormon teaches that all are alike unto god, including black and white, bond and free, male and female 2 nephi 26. Continue reading to find out a number of interesting facts about what this religion. Smith was the prophet the last time the cubs won the world series. The lds church has distinct beliefs, an interesting history, and its influence is increasing in america and elsewhere in the world.
A trip to salt lake city and a few creative hiccups later, the book of mormon made its broadway debut in march 2011. Mormons spent 2 billion dollars building a shopping mall next to their. Crazy mormon facts that you cant believe are true lds s. This is one of the weird mormon beliefs and prophecies that estranged the mormon faith from traditional christianity, as at today, at least 66,000 mormons now live in the state. The lord covenanted with enos to bring forth the book of mormon to the lamanites, enos 1. Over the past twentyfive years i have tracked down almost a thousand copies of the book of mormon that were printed between 18301920. Feb 11, 2018 in this video, i talk about mormons and their strange beliefs. This is a compilation of facts and myths about mormon beliefs compiled from comments and other resource of what people have been saying. Mammoths were still alive when the brother of jared was on the earth. Thanks to lilydoodlez for drawing this picture for me. Apr 02, 2020 official declaration 2, 1978 the book of mormon teaches that all are alike unto god, including black and white, bond and free, male and female 2 nephi 26. Absurdity in the book of mormon the annotated bible. 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 silent. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to adherents, contains writings of ancient prophets who lived on the american continent from approximately 2200 bc.
Heres a look at surprising facts about mormons, some of which might. Have you heard something about the mormons that you were not sure was true. Mar 23, 2016 the book of mormon is another witness that jesus christ really lived, that he was and is gods son. 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. Did i miss the chapters about global warming, polygamy in this life and the next oh yeahit was forbidden, gay people trying their hardest to be active latterday saints, heavenly mother, the president packercondemned movement of feminism, or coping with the church building a 1.
And it came to pass that coriantumr did smite him against the wall, insomuch that he died. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which adherents. Joseph smith felt that a preface was necessary to address the loss of the 116 pages. Weird, old mormon magazines like the improvement era and other weird shit thats sure to make you wonder why you ever wanted to.
Roberts, a president of the seventy and one of the foremost mormon scholars of the early twentieth century, elaborated. Book of mormon facts archaeology furthermore, while archeology is a powerful testimony to the accuracy of the bible the same cannot be said for the book of mormon. The book of mormon is another witness that jesus christ really lived, that he was and is gods son. Crazy facts about mormons crazy facts collection of.
The church claims that all of the changes are of grammar and spelling errors in the original. Mar 17, 2004 mormonism was founded by joseph smith in the mid19th century northeast united states. Mormons believe in donating 10% of their money to charity. This page analyzes the book of mormon using statistical tools relative to archaeological records. Mormons have a unique view on cosmology and believe that god created many planets and that each planet has its own god. The previous two linked pages show the book of acts correlates to archaeological records at a high confidence level based on research and analysis by the classic scholar, dr. Supporters point out the interesting elements of the creation drama that turn up in temple, tomb, or coffin texts from. Apr 22, 2016 book of mormon prophets teach us what to do to protect and strengthen our families. The key to knowing whether the book of mormon is a true record of the saviors dealings with an ancient people is to read the book with an open mind and follow the steps outlined by the book of mormon prophet moroni near the end of the book which reads.
The book of mormon is a record of christs teachings to the people in the americas. Dear mormons, you dont know the book of mormon is true. End reason death 2nd mayor of nauvoo, illinois in office may 19, 1842 18420519 june 27, 1844 18440627. I am simply gathering information from texts and historical events for interesting trivia. Mormons wont tell you that the state of utah, which is predominately mormon, has a higher than the national average of. Here are ten rare facts about the prophet joseph you may not have heard of before. Also, the bible forbids another gospel of christ, yet the mormons claim the book of mormon is an additional gospel of jesus christ galations 1. There are many anachronisms in the book of mormon, large slabs of which about 27,000 words in all are direct quotations from the king james bible of 1611.
The mormon story is that the nephite military commander and prophet moroni buried a history of his people, written on gold plates, in the hill cumorah in ad 421. Sir arthur conan doyle first introduced sherlock holmes in a book about a mormon danite. The book of mormon and the bible will grow together, 2 ne. Nov 12, 20 the book of mormon is believed to be the result of joseph smiths communion with the divine. Most days, we try to provide episodes that will help explain mormon. Have you ever wondered what else the mormon s do besides go on missions and have multiple wives. In this video, i talk about mormons and their strange beliefs. The book of mormon teaches us the importance of modern prophets. If you have any screwy facts you would like to add to my list, please email me. If every member of the church had 30,000 children, you still wouldnt have as many people as there are stars. Joseph smith 1st president of the church of christ later the church of jesus christ of latter day saints april 6, 1830 18300406 june 27, 1844 18440627 successor. Included in this count are names that normally would not be called proper, such as nonenglish names of plants, animals, etc.
In the book of mormon, in 2 nephi chapter 29, the lord reveals. Trivial mormon trivia geewhiz facts about the lds church. The book of mormon, as originally published, contained thousands of errors, and later editions had to be changed to correct this, which isnt too convenient for a church trying to claim that god gave the words directly to smith. It is also the source of the common nickname for the church and its followers, mormons. However, they are still fun to spout off at parties, and it makes you appear smarter than you really are. The performers were all dressed in a weird mixture of ancient jewish. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints fast facts. The book of mormon is a book of lds scripture that takes place during the same time as the bible and takes place on the american continent. Joseph smith translated the book of mormon from gold plates. It follows the stories of two tribes who descended from the family of lehi. Twelve beliefs the mormon church might not want you to know. Explore the weird beliefs, history, and facts of the mormon church. The book of mormon contains 337 proper names and 21 gentilics or analogous forms based on proper names.