Contradictions between the book of mormon and the holy bible. Below are just some of the contradictions weve found between the bible and the book of mormon. Mormons believe that the bible and the book of mormon complement and support each other. The book of mormon contains a consistent theme from start to finish. For example, critics of mormonism have shown convincing proof that the book of mormon is a synthesis of earlier works written by other men, of the vivid imaginings of joseph smith, and of plagiarisms from the king james bible.
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. It will become very obvious that mormonism does not agree with the bible. 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. Both books of scripture include writings of prophets and apostles about how to live by the teachings of jesus christ. 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. When we study the book of mormon, our understanding of the doctrines in the bible is clarified. Ces letter mismatches verses here is how the sermon on the mount compares between the kjv bible and book of mormon. Other areas can be assumed to be essentially the same. 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. Bible ties to the book of mormon bible reference for lds. Order the dvd at the book of mormon claims to be a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. 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. 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.
However, a close look at its key book, the book of mormon, reveals many concerning contradictions between its teachings and the bible. The book of mormon claims to be a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. This pamphlet compares mormon doctrines as stated in lds authoritative primary sources. 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 fact that there are numerous disagreements between the bible and the book of mormon does not disparage the bible in any way. Smith said that the book of mormon revealed plain and precious things that had been taken away from the bible. I was also impressed with how consistent the two texts are, even though there are obvious differences. There are no gold plates to examine, no manuscripts to view, of the supposed ancient text joseph said he translated. These differences go way beyond the version of the bible these groups might share.
What is the difference between mormon bible and the. 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. 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. Mormon god himself was once as we are now, and is an exalted man, and sits enthroned in yonder heavens. Jul 06, 2011 the bible came first, not the book of mormon. One of the most consistent parallels between the book of mormon and the septuagint is the citation of isaiah 53 in mosiah 14. Does the book of mormon contradict joseph smiths translation. 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.
The implication here is that the author of the book of mormon read the phrase in the bible, and either unconsciously or consciously worked the surrounding phrases into the text. What is the difference between the book of mormon and the. The king james bible and the book of mormon religious. So, with a proper understanding of what mormonism really teaches, you will be able to see past those definitions into the real differences between christianity and mormonism. The book of mormon vs the bible christian research institute. If anyone adds anything to them, god will add to him the plagues described in this book. 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. 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 period of centuries. These include endowments, celestial marriage, and specific tithing. Take up the bible, compare the religion of the latterday saints with it and see if it will stand the test, brigham young, may 18, 1873, journal of discourses, vol. What are the major differences between the bible and the book of mormon. The book of mormon claims that jesuss atonement provided for the immortality for all people. Many people believe the mormon church is simply a denomination or group within christianity. Whats the difference between the holy bible and the book.
The book of mormon contains many linguistic similarities to the king james bible kjv. Over and above the bible s teachings, and sometimes in conflict with the bible s teachings, the mormon leaders taught that. Different authors contributed to the writing of the holy bible whereas the book of mormon was first published by one man, joseph smith. Contradictions between the bible and book of mormon life. While claiming to follow the bible, are they actually contradicting the word of god. Simply put, if both the bible and the book of mormon were inspired by god, then they never would contradict each other. Book of mormon doctrine and covenants pearl of great price mormon doctrine by bruce r. It is written in english very similar to the early modern english linguistic style of the king james version of the bible, and has since been fully or partially translated into 111. Mcconkie, 1979 doctrines of salvation by joseph fielding smith teachings of the prophet joseph smith by joseph fielding smith. He argues that some of these comparisons show support for the book of mormon passages as having been derived from an ancient text. The only bible that joseph smith relied on was the king james version. Of course, the relationship between the book of mormon and the bible is more than textual passages and beautiful prose. The egyptian language was a very corrupt language from idol.
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. What is the difference between the mormon jesus and the. On a number of occasions, we find that when the book of mormon quotes a biblical passage, other quotations from the same passage are clustered near the original quotation. 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. In the bible, only marks gospel has sentences frequently begin with and, whereas sentences frequently begin with and in any book within the book of mormon. Notice how the mormon writings will both agree and contradict each other as well as the bible. The first concern to consider is its declaration that the book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ. What is the difference between mormon bible and the christian. The book of mormon restores plain and precious truths that have been lost from the bible. Mormons believe that revelation did not stop with the bible. The bible vs the book of mormon book of mormon, bible, word. The truth is they worship another jesus, proclaim another gospel, and teach the skin of the truth stuffed with a lie.
Instead, revelation continues in the modern age, starting with the book of mormon and continues with revelations to church apostles. Unless otherwise indicated, bible quotations are taken from the king james version. Official name of the mormon church is the church of jesus christ of latter day saints. But to achieve exaltation or godhood it is available only to mormons who obey the teachings specific to the book of mormon. Do you know how to show a mormon person the difference in reliability between the bible and the book of mormon. 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. The bible prophesied that jesus would be born in bethlehem. Doctrines of the book of mormon compared to the bible and. What is the difference between the bible and the book of mormon. 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. Truly, the only things that are different about the two are where they were written, who the stories are. What are the key differences between mormonism and. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds or mormon church professes to be a christian church.
Mormon writers have noted that although the portions of the book of mormon that quote from the bible are very similar to the kjv text, they are not identical. 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 some cases, entire passages are duplicated in the book of mormon. Both the bible and the book of mormon declare themselves to. Sometimes the quotation is explicit, as in the second book of nephi, which contains 18 quoted chapters of the book of isaiah. The pearl of great price, and covenants and doctrines. What are the differences between the book of mormon and the bible. And if anyone takes words away from this book of prophecy, god will take away from him.
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. At the same time, it helps readers better understand the identity of the robbers. A comparison between christian doctrine and mormon. What is the difference between the mormon jesus and the jesus. To say that the book of mormon contains the truth is like saying that you found a diamond ring in a trash can. Book of mormontranslation errors from the kjv fairmormon. 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 are the key differences between mormonism and christianity. These book of mormon verses should match the inspired jst version instead of the incorrect kjv version that joseph later fixed. Smith endowed the book of mormon with status equal to the bible. Each testifies that jesus christ is the savior of the world.
In fact, mormonism uses the same words found in christianity, but it redefines them. Please gracie keep on comparing the bible to the book of mormon and you will find more contradictions. The bible the bible teaches that all men have sinned and fallen short of the glory of god. If the book of mormon and the book of abraham are not true. The book of mormon is divided into smaller books, titled after the individuals named as primary authors and, in most versions, divided into chapters and verses. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible. A comparison between christian doctrine and mormon doctrine. How does the book of mormons and the bible compare. The bible and the book of mormon have many things in common. Other significant connections between the two books include. Contrary to the bible, the book of mormon claims that one son of king zedekiah escaped destruction and came to the americas.
Following is a short comparison between christian doctrine and mormon doctrine. 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. The book of mormon includes mistranslated biblical passages that were later changed in joseph smiths translation of the bible. List differences between the bible and the book of mormon. The bible vs the book of mormon book of mormon, bible. Regarding the differences between mormons and christians, the former sect believes in the book of mormon, otherwise known as the mormon bible as well as the holy bible. What is the difference between the bible and the book of. Each will lead individuals closer to christ who follow the principles contained in their pages. 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. However, a careful comparison of basic doctrinal positions of that church to those of historical, biblical christianity reveal many radical differences. For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of god.
The bible has numerous sections that are nondoctrinal in nature, such as historical, proverbial. Bible, book of mormon and lds scripture compared life after. Well, here are some of the basics, plain and simple. Printed in canada first edition, isbn 9780981146720. I hope this helps in the understanding of the difference between mormon and christian beliefs. Following is a comparison between christian doctrine and mormon doctrine. The book of mormon contradicts itself and the bible. In contrast, catholics teach that the bible contains the fullness of revelation.
If there are differences between the bible and the book of mormon, they reject the bible. Article citing verses in book of mormon that contradict specific teaching of the bible both cannot be from god. The book of mormon makes its appearance in world history in 18291830, when joseph smith dictated its contents and published it. You can learn more about mormons and the book of mormon at the related links below. Can we view it with the same regard as we view the bible. Article of faith 2 we believe that men will be punished for their own sins, and not for adam.
Knowing mormon theology, you will know that god and the son of god are elohim and jehovah, respectively. It also includes the book of mormon bom which joseph smith declared is 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 teachings of the prophet joseph smith, p. Over and above the bibles teachings, and sometimes in conflict with the bibles teachings, the mormon leaders taught that. Mar 08, 2006 contrary to the bible, the book of mormon claims that one son of king zedekiah escaped destruction and came to the americas. The book of mormon and the king james bible wikipedia. The book of mormon vs the bible and lds doctrine reference chart. Voddie baucham at the ever loving truth conference in 2016 said, i choose to believe the bible because it is a reliable collection of.
Apologetics press the bible versus the book of mormon. 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. Ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth. After going over the two texts from the book of mormon and bible, i could tell that the text found in the book of mormon was not a simple, sloppy, or ignorant attempt at. 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. The bible vs the book of mormon basic mormon beliefs. Smith also completed an unpublished revision of the bible in 1833, which he said corrected many of these errors, and added inspired commentary. Bible, book of mormon and lds scripture compared life. Here are the significant points of difference between the bible and the book of mormon. Differences between the kjv and the book of mormon occur in verses 6,8, and 12. The antiquity of the bible, unlike the book of mormon or the book of abraham, is beyond dispute. How is the book of mormon different from the bible. 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. Mormon scholars have also noted that at least seven 4 of the ancient textual variants in question are not significantly different in meaning.