He received the plates of nephi from his father abinadom, and penned 18 verses in the book of omni omni 1. The series quotes each verse of book of mormon scripture and gives a detailed commentary citing additional scripture and prophetic insight. Along with the complete text of the book of mormon, this valuable study guide includes intheverse notes and additional insights and commentary. 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. Here is a list of awesome book of mormon study guides broken down into kids and.
As coauthor robert millet explains, though the story of the book of mormon, the narrative, is true and. Figure 1 shows that the book of mormons basic message, according to the title page, centers on the covenant of the lord. Nibley volume 1 edited from semester 1, 2 nibleys commentary on the book of mormon is based on. The king james quotations in the book of mormon, the history of the text of the book of mormon. Volume 1 of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. Read doctrinal new testament commentary, vol 1 by mcconkie available from rakuten kobo. As david defeated goliath, so the weak things of the earth are destined to put at naught the wisdom of the mighty. Naturally, it is read with varying degrees of comprehension, and many of us need. The nook book ebook of the doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol.
Millet and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Maxwell institute for religious scholarship and nibley llc. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon 4 volume, brent l. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v4 by robert l. The law of witnesses in 2 nephi religious studies center. The four, volume set provides a thorough commentary on the verses in the book of mormon. Atonement 1, introduction to the atonement in the small plates of nephi. This volume is the first of a twovolume, readerfriendly exploration of the book of scripture that is the keystone of our religion. My husband and i read from it each night while studying the book of mormon. It will be decades before anyone is able to surpass gardner in scope or quality.
Mcconkie and millet, doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. This work focuses on the most significant aspect of that book. This book is a handy and extremely useful reference work for students of the book of mormon, particularly those who not only treasure the truthfulness of the record but delight in the way those truths are delivered. Youll enjoy it you might not love it but it will help mix things up. He was the last person to write in the small plates of nephi. Top, this series focuses on the most significant aspect of the book of mormon the doctrine. Book 1 of 4 in the doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon series. This classic series uses modern revelation and the teachings of latterday prophets to illuminate the full meaning of ne. Millet, doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. Verse by verse, the book of mormon is a twovolume, userfriendly commentary that balances doctrinal commentary with quotations from general authorities, cultural and linguistic insights, and thorough but intelligible helps for understanding difficult scriptural passages. 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. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volumes 14. The editor text scanned all four volumes of the series to about half the original by eliminating those portions the editor felt not necessary to the verses under discussion.
That book of mormon prophets share a common purpose with the prophets of the old world is shown by james, who also directed his epistle to the twelve tribes which are scattered. Millet 1992, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. I gave three stars as volume 4 is only 3 nephi which i wasnt aware of when i. 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 scriptures and modern prophets. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volumes 14 book. As i read the book of mormon this year in gospel doctrine class i tried to stay up with the commentary as well.
Hopkin, finding doctrine and meaning in book of mormon isaiah, religious educator 15, no. Naturally it is read with varying degrees of understanding. Now, to aid in our understanding of this important work, scholars ed j. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. Volume 2 of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon. Millet doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. This four volume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard.
Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volume 1 by. Millet 1987, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. He will apparently be there with nephi, moroni, and many other prophets. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v1 by joseph. A companion volume to the jewish new testament the new american commentary. The temple, the sermon on the mount, and the gospel of matthew. Do you want to expand and deepen your study of the book of mormon. The four,volume set provides a thorough commentary on the verses in the book of mormon. As the keystone of our religion, in joseph smiths words, the book of mormon is high priority reading. 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. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volumes 1 4 book.
As a focus for gospel study, no book can begin to take the place of the book of mormon. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, 2 by joseph. Top, joseph fielding mcconkie, robert millet, book of mormon, scriptural commentaries, 3 stars. Read in that spirit, they fill the soul with a sweet and heavenly joy which only the spirit of god can produce. Allen have created commentaries and insights on the book of mormon a volume that not only illuminates doctrinal truths and contextual meanings of the book of mormon, but also shows the application of these profound scriptures in our daily lives. Reynolds and sjodahl, commentary on the book of mormon, vol. If he should command me that i should say unto this water, be thou earth, it should be earth.
What are some great commentary books on the book of mormon. First and second nephi and jacob through mosiah, vols. Finding doctrine and meaning in book of mormon isaiah. The nephites and the lamanites are not the only people who will be judged by the things recorded in the book of mormon. This fourvolume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard work doctrine. First and second nephi by joseph field mcconkie, robert l. This fourvolume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard workdoctrine. The solution is here with the book of mormon made easier. If you really want to learn something, the best commentary available on the book of mormon is brant gardners second witness series 6 vols. Similarly, mormon concluded this volume of scripture by saying, i write unto all the ends of the earth. Learn more doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. Written by respected gospel scholars, joseph fielding mcconkie, robert l.
I hope they reprint the books becausethe content is priceless. Dividing the material into convenient topical sections, each. Learn about the book of mormon with verse by verse commentaries from renowned book of mormon scholars like john w. Latterday saint students recognize this as the gospel covenant that was given to those who sustained heavenly fathers plan in the council in heaven. The authors are very knowledgeable and reliable in the things they share. This four volume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard work doctrine. Now we have the direct revelations in the doctrine and covenants, etc. Commentaries and insights on the book of mormon, vol. Doctrinal new testament commentary, vol 1 ebook by mcconkie. Buy a cheap copy of doctrinal commentary on the book of. It is not sponsored or endorsed by either the maxwell institute or brigham young university, and.
Both paradise and hell have an end in the resurrection. This volume is the first of a two volume, readerfriendly exploration of the book of scripture that is the keystone of our religion. Knowhys knowhys on 2 nephi 1 knowhys on 2 nephi 2 knowhys on 2 nephi 3. Jan 02, 2012 millet and mcconkie, bom doctrinal commentary, vol 1, p. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v1 written by respected gospel scholars, joseph fielding mcconkie, robert l. My suggestion is to collect a copy as economically as you can put it on the shelf and when you are ready to replace your book of mormon study with a commentary include it in one of your book of mormon cycles. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. In our busy world we sometimes find our scripture study isnt always productive. Dividing the material into convenient topical sections, each volume quotes the book. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, volumes 14 by. Book of mormon central archive joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. The purpose of this two volume series is to make easily available selections from lectures transcribed and published in four volumes as teachings of the book of mormon by hugh w. As the keystone of our religion, the book of mormon is highpriority reading.
Millet 1991, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. A volume entitled a book of mormon treasury 1959, taken from the pages of the improvement era, contains thirtysix articles by general authorities and other respected students of the book of mormon on historical, geographical, and doctrinal matters, as well as biblical relationships. If so, you will find what youre looking for in this commentary written by gospel scholars d. Book of mormon commentary uploaded and added to book of mormon commentary, i nephi wrote this record 4 years ago 25.
Review of doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, vol. Jacob promises to meet us at the judgment bar of god. Mcconkie, ordained the law of witnesses, the law whereby he reveals himself to prophets and righteous men and. Mormons have traditionally viewed theology and theologians with suspicion. I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, the lord declared, and will bring to nothing the understanding of the prudent 1 corinthians 1. Naturally, it is read with varying degrees of comprehension, and many of us need assistance to deepen our understanding.
The lord has always utilized witnesses when he has established his word and his power upon the earth. The commentary is insightful and we learned many new and interesting thingspoints about most every section. 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. Book of mormon commentaries the encyclopedia of mormonism. Since one of his designs is to test us, that is to see whether we will believe in him and obey his laws when we no longer dwell in his presence, he has, according to elder bruce r. Doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon covers the entire book of mormon text and explores its many profound themes from the transcendent blessing of the divine saviors appearances all the way down to the depths of human evil and depravity and will assist us in understanding this great restoration scripture.
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