| Author |
Smith, Joseph, Jr., 1805-1844 |
| Author |
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
| Title |
The Book of Mormon : an account written by the hand of Mormon, upon plates taken from the plates of Nephi
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 68.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Book of Mormon" is a religious text central to the beliefs of the Latter-day Saint movement, originally published in the early 19th century. The text claims to be an account of ancient American civilizations and their relationship with God, featuring a prominent focus on prophecies concerning Jesus Christ and His teachings. The opening chapters introduce key figures such as Nephi, who becomes the narrator of his family’s journey from Jerusalem to the Americas, detailing themes of faith, prophecy, and familial conflict. At the start of "The Book of Mormon," we find Nephi recounting the prophetic warnings given to his father, Lehi, about the impending destruction of Jerusalem. Lehi's revelations lead his family to flee into the wilderness, where Nephi's rivalry with his brothers, Laman and Lemuel, is established. The story unfolds with Nephi’s determination to retrieve sacred records from Jerusalem and his interactions with divine guidance while facing various challenges, both physical and familial. The narrative sets the stage for a broader exploration of the spiritual journey of the Nephite people and their covenant with God, emphasizing the significance of their actions and faith throughout the trials they encounter. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
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| Subject |
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints -- Sacred books
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| Subject |
Latter Day Saint churches -- Sacred books
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
17 |
| Release Date |
Jun 25, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 4, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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