Commentaries on isaiah in the book of mormon

Serving as spiritual kings and queens under the terms of the davidic covenant, these deliver them spiritually and physically from worldwide calamities. Book of mormon commentary link step by step through the. There is currently a rumor of a scholarly work being undertaken that will soon be published that exposes the influence of adam clarkes bible commentary in the book of mormon. The savior said to the nephites, great are the words of isaiah. Nephis use of isaiah in the book of mormon lds scripture. The reader today has no greater written commentary and guide to understanding isaiah than the book of mormon. By teaching the words of isaiah in concert with nephis inspired commentary, isaiah will have a greater impact on the lives of latterday saint youth. Isaiahs name serves as a reminder to all people that the covenant provides for the salvation of mankind as a result of the coming of immanuel meaning god with.

In 2020 the church of jesus christ of latterday saints is using the book of mormon for its course of study. Joseph smiths interpretation of isaiah in the book of mormon jstor. Pattern and purpose of the isaiah commentaries in the book. The book of mormon states that and after it the bible had come forth unto them, i beheld other books which came forth by the power of the lamb, from the gentiles unto them, unto the convincing of the gentiles and the remnant of the seed of my brethren, and also the jews who were scattered upon all the face of the earth, that the records of.

Isaiahs name is prophetic, possessing the meaning jehovah is salvation. Making sense or not of isaiah in the book of mormon. Abinadis commentary on isaiah religious studies center. Nov 21, 2018 the contributing authors present their original research findings on such diverse topics as nineteenthcentury mormon funeral sermons, the question of nephite kingship, the isaiah commentaries in the book of mormon, early mormon publishing efforts in the pacific mission, and evidences of transoceanic diffusion in precolumbian times. In addition to his symbolic name, the very lives of isaiah, his wife and. Even if he had been trying to confuse people for sport, joseph smith could not have selected a more difficult pair of isaianic chapters to start with than isaiah 48 and 49. It also begins to tackle the question of joseph smiths translation in passages clearly related to the king james version. Sorenson as a tribute to his lifetime of contributions to our. The writings of isaiah in the book of mormon search isaiah. Abinadi interprets isaiah, journal of book of mormon and other restoration scripture 10, no.

Chapter 12 mormon s commentary on the condition of the peoplehuman frailty and the goodness and power of godblessed are the penitentmen to be judged according to their works chapter beginning of the prophecy of samuel the lamanitesamuel proclaims his prophecies from the city wall sword of justice to fall on fourth generationnephite. Joseph smiths interpretation of isaiah in the book of mormon. This work, the second in a sixvolume commentary, scrutinizes how nephi used isaiah to establish his new communitys political and cultural charterparticularly the focus on egalitarianism that became a nephite hallmark. But for many, the isaiah sections of the book of mormon can seem daunting. The book of mormon narrative says that the jews who left jerusalem for the new world had with them the scriptures written up until that point 600 b. The purpose of this post is to show why nephi chose certain chapters from the text of isaiah. Bible headings were not added by modern translators, but originated with the original authors of the. In each chapter of the book, the chapters of isaiah being considered are first outlined, then treated with versebyverse commentaries which draw on all the lds. Nov 21, 2018 the essays in this book, written by some of the finest lds scholars, take a variety of approaches to help readers make the most of the isaiah passages in the book of mormon. Mormon chose to keep about one third of isaiah s writings. Lds book lovers commentaries on isaiah in the book of. Douglas bassett 2004, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Isaiah commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole.

Deutero isaiah verses in the book of mormon in the book of mormon, there are many chapters of isaiah directly incorporated from the king james version kjv of the bible, complete with translation errors that were obviously not possible to have been recorded on the gold plates since the kjv was not available until thousands of years later. Foundation for ancient research and mormon studies, 1998. Analytical and contextual commentary of the book of mormon, takes a detailed, nearly versebyverse look at the book of mormon. The chief value of textual criticism, in this case, is to help identify special themes and language patterns, that is, to provide a better understanding of the. Commentary on the book of mormon by reynolds, george, 18421909. What is it about the writings of isaiah that causes many of us to be. Latterday saints also benefit from nephis, jacobs, and abinadis quotation, likening, and commentary on isaiah, along with that of joseph smith.

As weve covered in the king james bible and the book. Finding doctrine and meaning in book of mormon isaiah religious. Avraham gileadi born october 24, 1940 is a dutchborn american scholar and professor specializing in the hebrew language and analysis of book of isaiah. However, i feel that the book of mormon can not only withstand the challenge, but the issue can actually be used to illuminate the nature of isaiah and shed light on why this is such a profound book. Thus, both the book of mormon and the bible give us the correct meaning of isaiahs words who hath believed our report. Not only do these books of scripture interpret passages of isaiah, they contain doctrines and prophecies that shed light on isaiah s words. Chapter 22 nephi expounds the prophecies of isaiah prediction of a mighty gentile nation on the promised land lehis descendants to be nourished by the gentiles the fate of those who fight against zion. Heading contents heading verse 1 verse 2 verse 3 verse 4 verse 56 verse 7 verse 8 verse 910 verse 1115 verse 1617 verse 1820 ancient style of heading chapters and books of the bible often start with a heading introduction. Pattern and purpose of the isaiah commentaries in the book of mormon.

Isaiah s endtime scenario depicts the pivotal role certain lds servants of god perform in restoring the house of israelthe jews, israels ten tribes, and the lamanites. This incredible book has changed my understanding of isaiah completely. Abinadis commentary on isaiah book of mormon central. The assyrian era with other prophecies, isaiah 9 i. Adam clarkes commentary and the book of mormon worlds. The extensive use of isaiah poses several problems. Below is the introduction to what will be an ongoing personal chapterbychapter commentary on the book of mormon, starting with 1st nephi. That the book of mormon quotes from isaiah is not a problem, except that joseph smiths 1830 translation reads nearly verbatim to the 1611 king james translation. In the bible and the book of mormon springville, ut. The next portion of my study involved taking a chronological look at the book of mormon and identifying all of the references to isaiah. Aug 10, 2020 he explores the possibility that smith used clarkes commentary not only in the production of his revision of the bible but in the book of mormon and the book of abraham as well. The heading gives a brief summary of what the book is about. Great are the words of isaiah lds nonfiction lds based.

Insights into patterns of isaiah in the book of mormon. It marshals the best of modern scholarship and new insights into a consistent picture of the book of mormon as a historical document created in and reflecting a particular place, time, and culture. A closer look at these duplicate texts actually provides us an additional witness of the book of mormon s authenticity. The reader today has no greater written commentary and guide to understanding isaiah than the book of mormon and the doctrine and covenants. The 21 chapters of isaiah which are quoted chapters 214, 29, and 4854 either partially or completely, represent about onethird of the book of isaiah, but less than two and onehalf percent of the total book of mormon. This multidisciplinary volume of essays was written by colleagues and former students of john l. Book of mormon commentary on isaiah two benefits from the duplication. Here are questions readers might have in their studies of the book of mormon this week, accompanied by halls insights that add new meaning. He gives this clinical description of how the angel was. Gain a greater understanding of isaiah s teachings. Douglas bassett and now, behold, i say unto you, that ye ought to search these things.

Adam clarke bible commentary influence in the book of mormon. It is noteworthy be cause, instead of laying out the original historical meaning of isaiah, it re applies the text to the time of joseph smith and to the course of. Another onethird of the isaiah verses in the book of mormon have minor wording or punctuation changes which do not alter the verses meaning. Abinadis great doctrinal insights and explanations of the true role of jesus christ are textual proofs that jesus is the christ, the eternal god book of mormon, title page. Words of mormon step by step through the book of mormon. Commentaries on isaiah in the book of mormon deseret book.

Commentaries on isaiah in the book of mormon hideaway books. One benefit from the duplication of isaiah is the correction of some errors in our. The king james versionwhich is the version we get when the. The lord told the nephites that great are the words of isaiah, and that all things isaiah spoke of the house of israel and of the gentiles would be fulfilled 3 ne. Jacobs commentary in 2 nephi 9 opens with a discussion of the gathering of israel in the last. The challenge to dig deeper into hidden meanings behind the words we read on the surface, or how events in book of mormon times relate to today, starts with this. Great are the words of isaiah eve out of the garden. Study the bible online using commentary on isaiah and more.

The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. Near the end of the episode he mentions that there is a scholar who is currently working on a paper that explores the extent of the influence of clarkes. Jan 23, 2016 by the end of first nephi, the book of mormon has also become a work of biblical commentary that presents difficult chapters in toto and follows them with a detailed critical analysis. Yea, a commandment i give unto you that ye search these things diligently. Purposes for quoting isaiah in the book of mormon search. These scholars use the prophets of the book of mormon as knowledgeable guides, examining how and why those ancient writers used and interpreted isaiah in order to clarify for modern readers what the isaiah sections in the. The bible dictionary states, the reader today has no greater written commentary and guide to understanding isaiah than the book of mormon and the doctrine and covenants isaiah, 707. The book of mormon bases many prophecies of the time immediately before the second coming of jesus christ on the words of isaiah. With this new book, no student of the bible or book of mormon has need to fear. Nyman, great are the words of isaiah springville, ut. When nephi returned to the tent of his father, lehi, following his marvelous.

Now i, nephi, do speak somewhat concerning the words which i have written, which have been spoken by the mouth of isaiah. Best of book of mormon commentary list scripture notes. Often when we are reading isaiah in the old testament and the book of mormon that quotes isaiah, we skip a lot of it. Doing this visualizes a significant division in how isaiah is used. Feb 01, 20 a valuable resource for gospel teachers, students, and family study, commentaries on isaiah in the book of mormon can help each of us more fully comprehend the teachings and prophecies of isaiah. Commentaries on isaiah in the book of mormon ebook. The book of mormon confirms significance of writings of isaiah. The author actually studied as a rabbi, learning hebrew and the manners and customs of jewish understanding for years before he noted and wrote an easier to understand hebrewtoenglish isaiah translation help. A longtime professor at brigham young university, he was one of the september six of prominent scholars excommunicated by the the church of jesus christ of latterday saints in 1993, but several years gileadi formally rejoined the church. Writings of isaiah, judaism and the gospel, book of mormon, old testament areas of expertise. David hocking overview of the isaiah chapters book of. Now is the perfect time to look for greater insights into the book of mormon and have an awesome tool to store all your insights for instant retrieval later. See book of mormon central, what caused the darkness and destruction in the 34th year. These scholars use the prophets of the book of mormon as knowledgeable guides, examining how and why those ancient writers used and interpreted isaiah in order to clarify for modern readers what the isaiah sections in the book of mormon are all about.

Oct 21, 2016 on his second day among the nephites, reported in 3 nephi 20. My emphasis will be on doctrinal and historical items, with citations provided to other sources and commentaries when used. Serving as spiritual kings and queens under the terms of the davidic covenant, these. Finding doctrine and meaning in book of mormon isaiah. Deuteroisaiah in the book of mormon lds discussions.

Prophetic commentary by lehi, nephi, jacob, and the lord himself helps us understand isaiah passages in the book of mormon. A longtime professor at brigham young university, he was one of the september six of prominent scholars. The essays in this book, written by some of the finest lds scholars, take a variety of approaches to help readers make the most of the isaiah passages in the book of mormon. May 27, 2011 it is evident that the book of mormon isaiah texts provide evidence contravening modern theories of multiple authorship of isaiahs book see isaiah. Assuming that this supposed scholarly paper is successful in finding suc. Abinadis commentary on isaiah 53, although sometimes confusing to church members, amplifies the beautiful message of isaiah. Whats going on in the book of mormon isaiah chapters.

The saviors commentary on isaiah 52 and 54 3 nephi 16, 20, 22 the last full chapters of. I split the book of mormon into its two main sections, the small plates of nephi and mormon s abridgment. Its a type and shadow of what will go wrong with the gentiles in our day. Unlike other works on isaiah, this book goes beyond commentary and. Insights derived from the authors knowledge of isaiah s prophecies as he applies them to many contexts in the book of mormon, transform the experience of reading the book of mormon into a journey of fresh scriptural discoveries. Pattern and purpose of the isaiah commentaries in the book of. Professor ludlows scholarship explores the areas of bible studies, the middle east, jewish history and theology, and comparative latterday saint theology, with a special emphasis upon covenants. Brother douglas bassett, however, has made these great words easier to understand by compiling thousands of statements made by prophets, general authorities, and scriptural scholars to clearly explain the oftenformidable words. Apr 09, 2012 the book of mormon is an excellent key that can be used to unlock the bible. Plagiarism the book of mormon narrative says that the jews who left jerusalem for the new world had with them the scriptures written up until that point 600 b.