A second contradiction goes to the very premise and foundation that the mormon religion hinges upon. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the holy bible. The bible plainly states that the gospel, with its inclusion of gentiles, was not fully revealed until. Three simple ways to show contradictions in the mormon belief of. Were precious things found in great abundance by the nephites in america. Contradictions in lds scriptures pdf version click here one god. As one looks to the bible he is struck by many things which testify to its inspiration prophetic accuracy, historical accuracy, scientific accuracy, unity. Three simple ways to show contradictions in the mormon belief. Ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth.
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 the son of god. How can mormons believe that god the father has a body when the bible says god is pure spirit. 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. Jul 14, 2017 comparing the bible to the book of mormon, with compilation. 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. Theyve been taught to tell people that jerusalem is an area or that jerusalem and bethlehem are suburbs of each other. 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. 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.
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. Behold, david and solomon truly had many wives and concubines, which thing was abominable before me, saith the. There are more serious contradictions, too, between the book of mormon and the bible. The simple truth of the matter is that the book of mormon contradicts the bible in many areas. The book of mormon teaches that little children are not capable of sin because they do not have. Are there obvious contradictions between the book of. Instead, its prophet joseph smith restored other lost documents such as the book of mormon, book of moses, and the book of abraham. Latterday saint scripturesupposed contradictions fairmormon.
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. The asker wanted book of mormon and bible contradictions. It is easily demonstrated that none of these paired scriptures contradict. Bible q does the book of mormon contradict the bible. 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.
Jan 01, 2014 i studied materials that showed the contradictions between the bible and the lds scriptures and had lists ready to pull out when the young elders knocked on the door. The book of mormon contains numerous passages that contradict what the bible says. But i did a little studying on that one and bethlehem was like a. Changes, contradictions, and errors is a musthave resource for anyone who knows or witnesses to mormons. Apr, 2010 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. Joseph fielding smith, the tenth president of the church, said.
The book of mormon is filled with many contradictions. 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. In an introductory section,they write, do you want to share the gospel of jesus christ with mormon relatives, friends, and acquaintances, and with those just getting interested in mormonism. Book of mormon contradicts the teachings of christ which are found in the bible on this point. Comparing the bible to the book of mormon, with compilation. Journal of discourses, joseph smith history, mormon doctrine etc. 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. The book of mormon makes extrabiblical claims that are contrary to both scripture and history.
God dwells in the heart is mentioned where god does not dwell in the heart is said in other places. 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. Sabom skeptics annotated bible quran book of morman. Mormon and bible contradictions heres a helpful look at the problems facing mormon claims in light of clear contradictions between the bible and the book of mormon. 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. The egyptian language was a very corrupt language from idol. Aug, 2015 many people believe the mormon church is simply a denomination or group within christianity.
Sandra tanner provides a list of eight items which she claims are contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible. But to achieve exaltation or godhood it is available only to mormons who obey the teachings specific to the book of mormon. 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. Is the book of mormon really the most correct of any book on earth. Please consider evidence that mormon scriptures contradict both themselves and the bible. The book of mormon teaches that the disobedience of adam and eve in eating. Contradictions between the book of mormon bom and doctrine. 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.
Most mormons will try and tell you the book of mormon was generalizing when you question them on this issue. But does their teaching agree with the bible or contradict it. Here in the book of mormon it says jerusalem is a city. Book of mormon contradictions contradict mormon excuses 03292018 by lifeafterministry alma 7.
These include endowments, celestial marriage, and specific tithing. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible 1. I studied materials that showed the contradictions between the bible and the lds scriptures and had lists ready to pull out when the young elders knocked on the door. 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. Apologetics press the bible versus the book of mormon. Three simple ways to show contradictions in the mormon. Are there obvious contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible. 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. The bible and the book of mormon mormons in transition. 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. And now, behold, my beloved brethren, this is the way. Book of mormon difficulties, contradictions and explanations. Then you will find this book useful as a tool for opening the door to such witnessing and to fruitful bible.
The bible and the book of mormon institute for religious. 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. Joseph smith claimed that in the time jeremiah prophesied. And whereas the bible is organically linked to the earthly ministry of jesus christ by extensive. Some of them are substantial doctrines that define key doctrines. Simply put, if both the bible and the book of mormon were inspired by god, then they never would contradict each other. I was ready to point them to the contradictions in the book of mormon and to the failed prophecies, inconsistencies, and truly bizarre claims of their modern prophets. 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. 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. I have heard people say this before, but i have read both books and i didnt notice any contradictions.
The book of mormon vs the bible christian research institute. Scripture reference guide contradictions within lds. Although it serves primarily as a religious text, it is to be interpreted literally as being an actual, historical record of the inhabitants of the ancient. Instead of being mutually exclusive contradictions, the bible and the book of mormon are actually corroborative witnesses for the same divine cause the cause of christ. If the founder of the mormon church is implying that jesus left two wills for his one death, then that would pose a termendous problem. Doctrines of the book of mormon compared to the bible and mormon teachings. Lost books of the bible talking to mormons are they.
The biblical narrative mentions lions, yet it was not until very recently that the only other evidence for lions in palestine was. Below are just some of the contradictions weve found between the bible and the book of mormon. But the bible teaches that salvation is by grace alone ephesians 2. 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. The lds church doesnt seem to be concerned about the bible being incomplete. So, any doctrine that contradicts the bible cannot be of god. These connecting links demonstrate that the book of mormon supports and fulfills bible prophecy.
Book of mormon contradictions contradict mormon excuses. Mormon leaders insist that there are no contradictions in mormonism. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible. It has been my experience that, after a little research, all the alleged contradictions and inaccuracies are totally explainable. The bible versus the book of mormon apologetics press. Latterday saints believe that god is one, but accept the biblical witness that this is a oneness of purpose, intent, mind, will, and love.
Book of mormon contradictions truth magazine online. This brief tract will examine another book which claims inspiration, the book of mormon and how it measures up to the test of unity. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible youtube. The mormon priesthood contradicts the bible in other ways. In only 75 pages, heinze covers several of the key contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible or verifiable history. 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.
For many people, the belief that the bible contains contradictions and inaccuracies is an excuse for not believing. Contradictions between bible and book of mormon 2 timothy 3. However, the book of mormon claims the christian church was established as early as 147 b. What are the inconsistencies in the book of mormon. The lord will never allow the president of the church to lead us astray. Contradictions between the bible and book of mormon life. Contradictions in the book of mormon the annotated bible. Contradictions in lds scriptures utah lighthouse ministry. While these actually prove nothing, because they were taken out of context anyway, they were not what the asker asked. The book of mormon contradicts itself and other inspired mormon writings. This resource is for christians who want to understand the development of mormon theology and how mormon beliefs are often selfcontradictory. If we accept the book of mormon as our authority, this would contradict the bible, because both cannot be true. Feb 10, 2010 the ones that didnt attempted to find contradictions using nonscriptural works, ie.
There are many serious objections to the claim of joseph smith and the lds church that the book of mormon is divinely inspired latterday scripture supplemental to the bible. 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. The following examples are some of such contradictions. Wrong tribe first of all, mormons belong to the wrong tribe for the aaronic priesthood. Why does the book of mormon and book of moses describe god as creating, while the book of abraham describes gods. Mormons say joseph smith was a prophet and his writings are scripture. God is a spirit is said in some places where god has a body is said in others. 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. All bible references are to the king james version. There are a number of contradictions between the bible and the book of mormon. However, a close look at its key book, the book of mormon, reveals many concerning contradictions between its teachings and the bible. 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. The bible says believers were first called christians after pauls ministry in antioch.
Many such people have not actually read the bible for themselves. The book of mormon teaches that black skin is a sign of. Two books of mormon scripture are the book of mormon and the doctrine and covenants in galatians 1. Below are just some of the contradictions weve found between the. 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. Contradictions between the bible and book of mormon life after. Most mormons claim that they are descendants of the tribes of ephraim or manasseh.
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. Oct 12, 2008 does the book of mormon contradict the bible. Book of mormon problems 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. The problem with the book of mormon isnt where it contradicts the christian bible, but where it agrees with the bible but shouldnt. It is easily demonstrated that none of these paired scriptures contradict each other. The first concern to consider is its declaration that the book of mormon is another testament of jesus christ. The book of mormon teaches that little children are not capable of sin because they do not have a sinful nature moroni 8. The book of mormon contradicts itself and the bible. The book of mormon claims that jesuss atonement provided for the immortality for all people. 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. The book of mormon was published in 1830 by joseph smith, founder. Contradictions between the book of mormon and the bible bom book of mormon the jaredites had their own language before the tower of babel. 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.
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