Hidden in the heartland millions of people worldwide believe in the book of mormon. This common query often expresses the questioners incorrect assumptions about archaeological methodologyassumptions usually based the questioners lack of knowledge about a very specialized academic area. Five compelling archeological evidences for the book of mormon. Book of mormon evidence streaming faithfully exploring. The first of these peoples, called jaredites, are supposed to have come to the hitherto. The book of mormon is not intended to be a history book or a guide to geography, science, or any other secular topic. In this article, we will provide some background on this issue focusing on the scientific issues, followed by a point by point response to various statements made in the essay about the book of mormon. However, dna evidence was found in the mid western portion of the united states validating the fact that this country is where the nephites and lamanites lived. George is a proponent that the book of mormon lands are in peru. What are the main objections to the heartland model of book of mormon geography. 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. Is there evidence for great destruction in the land northward at the death of christ. We are constantly looking for and discovering new archaeological evidence and other artifacts about the book of mormon in north america.
First published in 1830, the book of mormon tells of the transoceanic migrations of two ancient near eastern peoples to the americas. Think joseph smith could have gotten that right by sheer chance. Our additional 2020 event will be sept 1112th the same mountain america exposition center at 9575 s state st in sandy, ut 84070. The book of mormon is the only explanation for this scripture. How could there be so many witnesses of the book of mormon and the plates and not one of them deny their testimony even when some of them became bitter toward joseph smith. This is another in my series of article on challenging questions that missionaries will likely face. Sep 22, 2009 the heartland model five disc dvd series is a new and exciting presentation of the geography of the book of mormon in a north american setting. The heartland model or heartland theory of book of mormon geography postulates that the events described in the book of mormon took place, primarily, in the heartland of north america. Is there any archaeological evidence for the book of mormon. Exploring the book of mormon in americas heartland deseret book. Join the 18th semiannual international book of mormon evidence conference sponsored by the firm foundation. New scientific support for the truthfulness of the book of mormon. The list of archeological and historical claims of the book of mormon compared to nonapologetic evidence. All opinions, speakers and presenters represent and express their own individual opinions, and not necessarily the opinions of firm foundation, book of mormon evidence, or its employees, and no information or opinions represent the church of jesus christ of latterday saints.
While mormon scholars admit valid challenges to mormonism from archaeology and the book of abraham, they say the evidences of mormonisms truthfulness is the book of mormon itself, gods confirmation in your spirit, and the number of changed lives. The mississippi river is identified as the river sidon, and big spring as the waters of mormon. In early 2008 rodney meldrum published a dvd titled dna evidence for book of mormon geography. This is a welcome trend that provides a more accurate portrayal of the geography of the book of mormon as evidenced by prophetic, scriptural, archaeological, linguistic and genetic evidence. The book of mormon evidence conference believes the book of mormon happened in north america the heartland theory, while the book of. Amberli nelson shares in a march, 2012 presentation presenting evidence is that could lead to our understanding that the book of mormon. Book of mormon conference shares new geographic evidence. Many readers have posed this question, both out of genuine interest and also as a challenge to the book s authenticity. Framing the debate as a war is hyperbole, of course.
Summary remarks from 2020 firm foundation virtual expo by rod meldrum april 14, 2020 dear friends, as ive contemplated the events of the past few weeks ive been stru. Book of mormon evidence vs book of mormon central search isaiah. Reviews of dna evidence for book of mormon geography fairmormon. Non mormon archaeologists speak on book of mormon evidence. According to the church of jesus christ of latterday saints mormon church, the book of mormon is a divinely inspired revelation that is complimentary to the bible. Book of mormon evidences mormonism, the mormon church. We build enduring faith in jesus christ by making the book of mormon accessible, comprehensible, and defensible to the entire world. The most compelling evidence for the truthfulness of the book of mormon is spiritual.
The overwhelming evidence demonstrates that the mississippi and ohio river valleys were the actual locations for the history contained in the book of mormon. Book of mormon evidence webpages selfguided video tour. Wayne may presents book of mormon evidence in north american geography, archaeology and historical records. If they were once a delightsome people and had christ for their shepherd, mormon 5. Two of the most prevalent claims for the book of mormon are, there is much archaeological proof to the book of mormon, and the american indians are descendants of israelites who came to america as described in the book of mormon. Join the th semiannual international book of mormon evidence conference by the firm foundation. Over 300 photos, works of art, artifacts, maps, charts, scripture and commentary introduce the reader to the growing body of evidence that suggests the very real. The overall trend in the date over the past 175 years fits the expectations for the book of mormon as history rather than hoax. The heartland model or heartland theory of book of mormon geography postulates that the. This exciting documentary series explores the possibility through the use of archaeology and historical evidence, searching for hidden in the heartland read more. This book is great, but like i said, is the tip of the iceberg. Among its proposals are that mound builders, including the hopewell and the adena, were among those peoples described in accounts of events in book of mormon books such as alma and helaman. Wayne may presents the supporting evidence for the heartland model, that the book of mormon nephites and jaredites lived in north america.
How can statements of joseph that might seem to point to. The proximity of the heartland geography to upstate new york where the book of mormon remained buried in the hill. Internal evidences part i hebraisms and other literary forms journey of faith tracks the journey started in 600 bc by the israelite prophet lehi and his family as they made their exodus from jerusalem across the arabian desert to the coast, and there to the new world. Most church members are not angry or emotional about their differences of opinion. The book exploring the book of mormon in americas heartland has become the new standard in defending the book of mormon s historicity. This site provides you with an overview of what the book of mormon claims from an archeological or historic viewpoint, and compares it to nonapologetic apologetic meaning speak to defend scientific and historical resources. During september get the book that is quickly becoming the new standard in book of mormon geography. Book of mormon evidence in american archaeology wayne may. The material below covers the geography of the book of mormon in north america. The aztec, maya, and inca people were expecting the return of a god who their ancestors once believed in. Rod meldrum, conference organizer and author of the book of mormon in americas heartland, says there is scriptural and physical evidence, including dna, that lehi and his sons and all their. A combination of factors, including the evidence appearing at the right time, at the right place, and in the right relative distance to another site mentioned in the record, converge to make nahom strong archaeological evidence for the book of mormon.
Sep 08, 2016 on january 31, 2014, the lds church published an essay entitled book of mormon and dna studies in the gospel topics series on its official website. Exploring the book of mormon in americas heartland book. Mormon traditions that would have us believe the book of mormon took place in the heartland and at new york truly conflict with the book of mormon, believed to be the word of god, so the heartland model is not valid. If you love the book of mormon, consider donating to book of mormon central and becoming part of this exciting movement. The dvd is based upon a popular presentation given in a number of fireside. We are constantly looking for and discovering new archaeological evidence. Exploring book of mormon in americas heartland photobook rod l. I have watched more than 20 hours of wayne may book of mormon lecture videos and conversed with both wayne may and rod meldrum in person. Newest news here we will share with you every other day or so, many important items. Over 500 stunningly beautiful photographs combine with quotes, stories, charts, commentary, maps and scripture to introduce the reader to the rapidly mounting body of evidence that presents the very real possibility that the book of mormon history occurred in the heartland of north america. Designed for multiple use as study guides, handouts, and masters for creating projectable images, the charts convey a wealth of information that will enrich personal study and teaching. Compelling is an understatement as more and more evidence is unearthed it is actually hard to believe the people of north america could be anything other than those whos year history is documented in the book of mormon.
Boyd tuttle the heartland collectionthe third vector. Evidence of the truthfulness of the book of mormon lds. His latest newsletter dated oct, 2009, says, 10 reasons why the book of mormon took place in peru. Much evidence exists to support the claims made by the book of mormon native american evidences of book of mormon contents. The heartland model of book of mormon geography postulates that the events described in the book of mormon took place, primarily, in the heartland of north america. Hill cumorah wayne may shows the writings of joseph smith jr. The purpose of the book of mormon is to convince the world that jesus is the christ, our lord and redeemer. The fight over book of mormon geography deseret news.
It was written by prophets anciently, preserved, and translated in our era by the power of god as a tool to bring souls to christ. On january 31, 2014, the lds church published an essay entitled book of mormon and dna studies in the gospel topics series on its official website. Others argued for a setting in the american heartland. Registration introducing the firm foundation expo featuring the 23rd international book of mormon evidence conference. Correlation and verification through dna, prophetic, scriptural, historical, climatological, archaeological, social, and cultural evidence. It will be held thur, fri, and sat, april 11th, 2019 at the davis county conference center 1651 n 700 w. This will be the two day 26th international book of mormon evidence conference which will have just one major stage with over 20 fantastic speakers. It is a book of scripture aimed at teaching people about christ and how to find happiness through the gospel. Book of mormon evidences, the heartland model trailer youtube. The title of this blog alludes to the wars described in the book of mormon, but the substance is the ongoing differences of opinion about book of mormon geography and historicity.
We are a nonprofit organization supported by people like you. Ben mcclintock secret combinations and what you can do about it. Archaeological evidence of the book of mormon latterday. Exploring the book of mormon in americas heartland book book. Receipt of the 3rd printing of exploring the book of mormon in. The heartland model 1 misrepresents the papers cited for dating x2a, many of which are also out of date. By means of three hundred photographs, maps, works of art, scripture and commentary.
Archaeological evidence and the book of mormon why is there no archaeological evidence for the book of mormon. The understanding of joseph smith and of traditional mormonism is that the book of mormon reveals that the american indians are descendants of the lamanites, who descended from lehi and are therefore a remnant of the house of israel. The heartland model five disc dvd series is a new and exciting presentation of the geography of the book of mormon in a north american setting. It is titled exploring the book of mormon in americas heartland a visual journey of discovery. Land of sidom, valley of alma, hagoth, city of nephihah, city of gideon, city and land of jashon, sidon river, boaz, city of teancum, city of nephi, land of nephi, sea east, land of bountiful. All my studies suddenly made sense, all aspects of the book of mormon finally became clear. Book of mormon articles and videos conspiracy to assassinate joseph smith straight from the protocols of the learned elders of zion theosis authentic ancient christian doctrine restored by god through joseph smith. April 2526, 2014 at the scera xango grand theatre, orem, utah. Explore new book of mormon evidences in americas heartland like never before. Book of mormon geography jeff lindsays site and the shake. Many readers have posed this question, both out of genuine interest and also as a. The book of mormon has several evidences within its pages that give evidence to it being exactly what joseph smith purported it to be. I now know that the book of mormon happened in the usa in the historic heartland that is such a significant part of american and book of mormon history.
Book of mormon evidence videos book of mormon evidence. Mormon cultural belief regarding book of mormon archaeology archaeological evidence of large populations. Some scholars believe the events in the book of mormon happened right in the heartland of north america. As seen by science, the book of mormon is stronger today than it was in 1830, 1844, 1950, or even 2000, so i expect it will continue to become stronger in the future. Intellectual evidence of book of mormon authenticity is an issue worthy of careful consideration. Summary of problems with rod meldrums heartland theory. Exploring book of mormon in americas heartland photobook. Nonmormon archaeologists speak on book of mormon evidence. Researchers compare existing genetic evidence with. The list of archaeological and historical claims of the book. George has recently shifted his focus from the old world to the new world. The debate on book of mormon geography is heated, but is it.
Mormon scholars have estimated that at various periods in book of mormon history, the populations of civilizations discussed in the book ranged between 300,000 and 1. The book exploring the book of mormon in americas heartland has become the new standard in defending the book of mormons historicity. Mar 26, 2016 the material below covers the geography of the book of mormon in north america. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints recently released the new film, scripture legacy, which includes several. Jun 17, 2017 is there any archaeological evidence for the book of mormon. Researchers compare existing genetic evidence with the book of mormon story. Today we will talk about some common criticisms of the book of mormon around archaeological evidence that some say proves or disproves the truthfulness of the book of mormon. Americas heartland, which is now a bestseller of the season. Charting the book of mormon is a collection of more than 175 visual aids that promote deeper understanding and appreciation of the book of mormon. Archaeological evidence and the book of mormon fairmormon.
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