Book of mormon surprisingly to some, the book of mormon. What are some contradictions between the bible and the. 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. 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. Dec 05, 2017 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. Oct 12, 2008 does the book of mormon contradict the bible. The book of mormon teaches that little children are not capable of sin because they do not have a sinful nature moroni 8. The problem with the book of mormon isnt where it contradicts the christian bible, but where it agrees with the bible but shouldnt. However, almost none of the lds doctrine and beliefs are held in the bom. The book of mormon has him appearing in the americas after his ascension 3 nephi 10. The book of mormon and the king james bible wikipedia. However, the book of mormon fails the tests that the bible gives to identify genuine revelations from god.
Sep 21, 2018 this violates the biblical teaching that there is only one god deuteronomy 6. Contradictions between the bible and book of mormon. Book of mormon contradictions co ntradict mormon excuses 03292018 by lifeafterministry alma 7. Article citing verses in book of mormon that contradict specific teaching of the bible both cannot be from god. Book of mormon kjv bible contradictions some myths. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible youtube.
Contradictions between bible and book of mormon 2 timothy 3. 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. The book of mormon fails the test of internal consistency by both affirming and denying the bible. On the contrary, not only is the belief that god is a spirit affirmed at alma 31. If you are lds, please watch this movie and pray that the lord will reveal to you what is true the book of mormon or the bible. Three simple ways to show contradictions in the mormon belief. The book of mormon claims that jesuss atonement provided for the immortality for all people. Three simple ways to show contradictions in the mormon belief of. There are also contradictions within the book of mormon itself. But i did a little studying on that one and bethlehem was like a. The egyptian language was a very corrupt language from idol.
In some cases, entire passages are duplicated in the book of mormon. 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. Contradictions between the bible and book of mormon life. Many such people have not actually read the bible for themselves. Please gracie keep on comparing the bible to the book of mormon and you will find more contradictions. Bible q does the book of mormon contradict the bible. The book of mormon contains numerous passages that contradict what the bible says. I have heard people say this before, but i have read both books and i didnt notice any contradictions. All i would like is to know that the bible proves the book of mormon wrong. Yes, the book of mormon contradicts the bible the church of jesus christ of latterday saints or mormons claim that, along with the bible, the book of mormon 1 is a revelation from god. What is the difference between the bible and the book of.
Contradictions about the contradictions as listed in the sab book by topic a short list in the quran in 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. Book of mormon christ is completely accepted in bible. Sandra tanner provides a list of eight items which she claims are contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible. His writings not only contradict the bible of in several points of doctrine, but even go so far as teaching a different gospel see galatians 1. Nov 02, 2009 i would like to know some contradictions between the bible and the book of mormon. The first concern to consider is its declaration that the book of mormon. And where it never challenges, disagrees with or contradicts the orthodox christian creeds. Jul 14, 2017 comparing the bible to the book of mormon, with compilation. The mormon claim that the book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ is false. For many people, the belief that the bible contains contradictions and inaccuracies is an excuse for not believing. Many people believe the mormon church is simply a denomination or group within christianity. What are some contradictions between the bible and the book. 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.
The only one i noticed was that in the bible it says jesus was born in bethlehem and in the bom it says he was born in jerusalem. After a little research, all the alleged contradictions and inaccuracies are totally explainable. In fact there are more lost, altered and changed sections in the book of mormon when you compare the original 1830 book of mormon. The book of mormon vs the bible and lds doctrine reference chart historical account of the book of mormon vs. These claims have historically been taken on faith. Apologetics press the bible versus the book of mormon. Some of them are substantial doctrines that define key doctrines. The book of mormon, kramer enlisted the help of a number of archaeologists in an attempt to demonstrate that the bible has been verified archaeologically while the book of mormon has been discredited archaeologically.
Aug, 2015 many people believe the mormon church is simply a denomination or group within christianity. In the mormon book doctrine and covenants, a collection of gods. I would like to know some contradictions between the bible and the book of mormon. If there were only two bible verses that you had to know when witnessing to mormons, i would recommend that you know isaiah 43. However, the book of mormon claims the christian church was established as early as 147 b. Please click through the following examples to see for yourself the several places that the book of mormon contradicts the bible. This violates the biblical teaching that there is only one god deuteronomy 6. Supposed contradictions in the bible, christianity, 219 replies re the matter of shaky faith and bible contradictions, christianity, 54 replies catholic position on the book of mormon, christianity, 8 replies news, beer and bible launches in mormon. The book of mormon restores plain and precious truths that have been lost from the bible. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible. Different authors contributed to the writing of the holy bible whereas the book of mormon was first published by one man, joseph smith. Book of mormon kjv bible contradictions some crucify.
Below are just some of the contradictions weve found between the bible and the book of mormon. Bible, book of mormon, lds compared handouts updated. You will soon see that joseph smith is a false prophet. Are there obvious contradictions between the book of. Since the book of mormon is mostly plagiarism of the bible, it may not directly contradict in many areas.
Doctrines of the book of mormon compared to the bible and. If there are differences between the bible and the book of mormon, they reject the bible. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints or mormons claim that, along with the bible, the book of mormon 1 is a revelation from god. 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. Ces letter mismatches verses here is how the sermon on the mount compares between the kjv bible and book of mormon. 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.
The book of mormon contradicts itself and the bible. Contradictions contradictions in the book of mormon with the bible. The bible vs the book of mormon basic mormon beliefs. The book of mormon includes mistranslated biblical passages that were later changed in joseph smiths translation of the bible. The opening lines of the introduction to the book of mormon declare that the book of mormon is a volume of holy scripture. However, the book of mormon fails the tests that the bible. The bible plainly states that the gospel, with its inclusion of gentiles, was not. 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. Book of mormon contradictions contradict mormon excuses. More specifically, it is a collection of books the word bible literally means the books written by prophets over centuries. The following contradictions demonstrate that joseph smith was not translating the book of mormon with the gift and power of god. Book of mormon christ is completely accepted in bible he is rejected. These book of mormon verses should match the inspired jst version instead of the incorrect kjv version that joseph later fixed. The mormon claim that the book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ is.
Contradictions in lds scriptures pdf version click here one god. Contradictions between the book of mormon bom and doctrine. The first concern to consider is its declaration that the book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ. Book of mormon prophecies of christ specific bible prophecies veiled actually nonexistent unless scripture misquoted or prophecies stretched to have two meanings. The book of mormon vs the bible and lds doctrine reference chart. The bible says believers were first called christians after pauls ministry in antioch. These include endowments, celestial marriage, and specific tithing. I was a mormon at one time, and realized that it wasnt the religion for me. However, a close look at its key book, the book of mormon, reveals many concerning contradictions between its teachings and the bible. The following examples are some of such contradictions. God has given us all things pertaining to life and godliness 2 peter 1. The book of mormon the book of mormon claims to be a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible.
Are there obvious contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible. The fact that there are numerous disagreements between the bible and the book of mormon does not disparage the bible in any way. In harmony with the biblical law that in the mouth of two or three witnesses shall every word be established 2 corinthians. The book of mormon vs the bible christian research institute. The bible and book of mormon app, from the church of jesus christ, treats the two volumes of scripture as one, and makes it easier than ever to read, study and share the word of god. 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. Also, the book of mormon contains grave errors and contradictions. 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.
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. 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. Comparing the bible to the book of mormon, with compilation. The bible text is the authorized king james version from 1611 and the book of mormon. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the holy bible. Contradictions between the bible and book of mormon life after. Son of man, take a stick and write on it, for judah, and the people of. Therefore, the video concluded, latterday saints should reject the book of mormon as ancient history and inspired scripture. As we have seen, none of these paired scriptures contradict each other. However, the book of mormon maintains that this knowledge was had in 545 b. Multitude feels wounds in book of mormon 3 nephi 11. Disproves mormonism using the bible, mormon scripture, statistical analysis and common sense. Does the book of mormon contradict joseph smiths translation. The book of mormon contains many linguistic similarities to the king james bible kjv.
And behold, he shall be born of mary, at jerusalem which is the land of our forefathers, she being a. 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. Book of mormon isnt where it contradicts the christian bible, but where it agrees with the bible but shouldnt. But to achieve exaltation or godhood it is available only to mormons who obey the teachings specific to the book of mormon. When we study the book of mormon, our understanding of the doctrines in the bible. More could be said about how the book of mormon does not agree with the bible, but this is sufficient to show that one cannot take both as being the word of god.
Doctrines of the book of mormon compared to the bible and mormon. 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. In the 1st edition of the book of mormon, 2 nephi 11. It is easily demonstrated that none of these paired scriptures contradict.
Where does the book of mormon contradict the bible. 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. All i would like is to know that the bible proves the book of mormon. The things you hear from false teachers and heretics like joel osteen are false. Feb 19, 2020 the problem with the book of mormon isnt where it contradicts the christian bible, but where it agrees with the bible but shouldnt. Both the bible and the book of mormon declare themselves to be ancient, historical, and reliable rules of faith the very word of god. Contradictions cannot be true, and so the book of mormon is not from god. Since mormons believe the bible is inspired along with their mormon scriptures. Ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth.
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