The 21st international book of mormon evidence conference believes the book of mormon took place in north america the heartland theory, while the book of mormon central 2018 conference believes the book of mormon all took place in central america the mesoamerican theory. Royal skousen is a professor of linguistics at brigham young university and has spent years studying the text of the book of mormon to look for variants and textual patterns. Arizona regional conference, book of mormon evidence series. Errors of rodney meldrum true book of mormon geography. To begin looking for archaeological evidence you have to know where to look. The book of mormon geography lands and map with dna evidence. On wednesday, january 15, 2020, royal skousen will be presenting a lecture on the history of the text of the book of mormon at brigham young university. Book of mormon central archaeological evidence for the book. While there is still much to learn about the people and stories in the book of mormon, some of the best archaeological evidence to support the book of mormon comes from lehis journey to the promised land. Book of mormon evidence, new 5 dvd series trailer youtube. The book of mormon narrative begins with a small group of people who arrived in the americas around 600 b. Come join in this highly educational and faith building regional conference. External evidences part i from jerusalem to bountiful the first dvd in the journey of faith series plots 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.
Book of mormon evidence in american archaeology wayne may. The book of mormon, the founding document of the latter day saint movement and one of the four books of scripture of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church, is an account of three groups of people. American history buffs will find this information amazing and revealing. Join our weekly in depth discussions and insights to enhance your personal and family study of the book of mormon.
The book of mormon is the only explanation for this scripture. David hocking managing editor, annotated edition of the book of mormon. In early 2008 rodney meldrum published a dvd titled dna evidence for book of mormon geography. In this post i wanted to emphasize physical evidencesstuff you can touch, see, feel. Book of mormon evidence podcast come follow me supplemental study. Ancient mounds with human bones in north america book of. Its compilers minimized cultural references to maximize its universality, particularly for folks in the last days alma 37.
Since the publication of the book of mormon in 1830, mormon archaeologists have attempted to find archaeological evidence to support it. We are now finalizing plan b to bring you the most amazing firm foundation expo ever by internet. Nonmormon archaeologists speak on book of mormon evidence. Book of mormon evidence vs book of mormon central search isaiah. Our additional 2020 event will be sept 1112th the same mountain america exposition center at 9575 s state st in sandy, ut 84070. Meldrum and got my copy, i paid the full price listed here for the set. Theres this funny little thing called evidence that this book desperately needs. Claims about the michigan relics as evidence for the book of mormon have been used by meldrum as well. This video is a response to the original video, dna vs book of mormon incredible new evidence found here. Rodney meldrum, dna evidence for book of mormon geography. Book of mormon evidence online original presentation by rod meldrum.
Archaeological science versus claims of the book of mormon. Jan, 2016 undeniable archaeological evidence of the book of mormon in north america. Dna evidence for book of mormon geography by rod meldrum dvd discontinued. Correlation and verification through dna, prophetic, scriptural, historical, climatological, archaeological, social, and cultural evidence.
The book of mormon geography and map with dna evidence and the location of lands and cities such as zarahemla, cumorah, the narrow neck, mexico, caribbean sea, american indians, and true evidence are all here. Most, but not all, mormons hold the book s connection to ancient american history as an article of their faith. Exploring the book of mormon in americas heartland. Archaeological and historical evidence evidences of the. The heartland model or heartland theory of book of mormon geography postulates that the. 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. Meldrums book of mormon evidences conference march 20. The book of mormon is a vast and epic story that spans hundreds of years on two continents while detailing the rise and fall of unique, previously unheard of civilizations. Now you can have wayne take you on a private tour of these sacred sites of the book of mormon through incredibly beautiful photography and video work that is the next best.
Faithful answers to latterday questions weekly insights into the church of jesus christ of latterday saints come follow me gospel doctrine program. The volume has long invited scrutiny from all branches of science. Book of mormon, general, lds scriptures tagged with. Yet, within 1,000 years, grew to a civilization of hundreds of thousands of people. Correlation and verification through dna, prophetic, scriptural, historical, climatological, archaeological, social, and cultural evidence rodney meldrum, 2007, mailorder dvd. In fact, several mormon organizations have been founded in order to prove these very. The book of mormon s authors made it clear the record was spiritual, and that it would touch on historical matters but lightly 1 nephi 9. Mar 26, 2016 the material below covers the geography of the book of mormon in north america.
There is absolutely no archaeological evidence to directly support the book of mormon or the nephites and lamanites, who were supposed to have numbered in the millions. Archaeological evidence and the book of mormon why is there no archaeological evidence for the book of mormon. Anyone who disagrees with the content of this video, didnt watch it. Meldrum is a researcher, author and national lecturer on the truthfulness of the book of mormon, its historical efficacy and scriptural and physical evidences. 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. Exploring book of mormon in americas heartland photobook rod l. Meldrum is a researcher, author, and national lecturer on the truthfulness of the book of mormon, with an emphasis on the scriptural and physical evidences recently discovered indicating north america as the most likely location where its epic history played out. Exploring the book of mormon in americas heartland deseret book. The dna he claims to be evidence for the book of mormon, no lds geneticist has backed up his claims. Book of mormon evidence webinar series free world wide. Scott bradley the constitution and the restoration of the gospel trailer.
Exploring book of mormon in americas heartland photobook. There is plenty of evidence in north america supporting the book of mormon. Undeniable archaeological evidence of the book of mormon in north america. This view finds no acceptance outside of mormonism.
If the book of mormon is really true history, then even after 1500 years, there should be some evidence that would support the truthfulness of those historical scriptural events, as recorded in the book of mormon. Meldrum is a researcher, bestselling lds author, and international lecturer on the validity of the book of mormon with an emphasis on its scriptural and physical evidences. How a mormon lawyer transformed archaeology in mexicoand ended up losing his faith. These book of mormon experts and performers will present the latest research and findings showing profound new evidences that powerfully support the book of mormon. Book of mormon evidence podcast with rod meldrum offers different expert guests each week to supplement and expand your gospel knowledge and study. Book of mormon scholars will learn about a book of mormon geography that makes sense in every way. Joseph allegedly identified huntsville, missouri as the ancient city manti doctrines of salvation 3.
Were rod meldrums work merely another of many theories about where the events in the book of mormon happened in the new world and the meaning of dna. Wayne may presents book of mormon evidence in north american geography, archaeology and historical records. Talmage author of jesus the christ, articles of faith, and more they have been shown to be forgeries. Is there archaeological evidence for the book of mormon. This is not any kind of paid endorsement and im not a relative of the author. How a mormon lawyer transformed archaeology in mexicoand. May has been exploring the heartland of north america for evidences of the book of mormon for decades. An entirely new approach to the study of book of mormon geography. The firm foundation foundation for indigenous research and mormonism is an organization dedicated to showing forth evidences for the book of mormon to provide lds church members with well researched information enabling them to powerfully and respectfully defend its historicity and thus its truthfulness with the ultimate goal of bringing people unto christ.
Discover faithful answers to lastday book of mormon questions. Response to rodney meldrums incredible new dna evidence. 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. Book of mormon evidence podcast come follow me with rod. These facts establish how plausible it is that the book of mormon really is an artifact of the ancient world. Proof that the book of mormon is true, excerpt from. What is your opinion on the work of rod meldrum regarding archeological evidence of peoples mentioned in the book of mormon. Ancient lightskinned native americans destroyed in war. Come follow me 2020 podcasts with rod meldrum book of. I couldnt possibly cover every book of mormon correlation in one sitting. Hidden in the heartland book of mormon evidence location america lds rod meldrum the dvd is brand new and the case is shrink wrapped etc. Well documented facts, and he covered so many different aspects of evidence to back up his video presentation, aside from the compelling dna evidence, he used weather, animal migration, mapping, rivers, water bodies, descriptions from the book of mormon and matched them to the local geography.
We believe it did, and startling new scriptural, prophetic, physical, and dna evidences strongly point to the location of the book of mormon taking place in the heartland of the united states of. 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 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. Archaeological evidence and the book of mormon fairmormon. Since the publication of the book of mormon in 1830, members and leaders of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints have expressed numerous opinions about the specific locations of the events discussed in the book. 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. What is your opinion on the work of rod meldrum regarding. You will hear and learn about the most recent research directly from studied and knowledgable lds experts relating to the field of book of mormon study. Response to rodney meldrum s incredible new dna evidence for the book of mormon a youtube clip entitled dna vs book of mormon incredible new evidence is causing a stir among mormons as it has appeared on websites such as. Meldrum sent an email on 9 may 2008 in which he invited those who.
While the dynamics of such a population growth seems astronomical, it. Serious study of the book of mormon by latterday saints is flourishing today as never before. It is part of a collection that includes book of mormon evidences, part two, book of mormon evidences, part three, and book of mormon nuggets. Many a learned person has asked the same thing about the bible or. Non mormon archaeologists speak on book of mormon evidence. Reviews of dna evidence for book of mormon geography. Archaeology is in fact, physical evidence that supports the truthfulness of a historical event. 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. The following are the more serious errors found in rodney meldrums dvd dna evidence for book of mormon geography. To all who maybe interested in what the book of mormon says about ancient america and if there is any evidence between what the story of the book claims and actual evidences today.
The theory that the book of mormon is an ancient american history is not accepted as scientifically verifiable by the mainstream. Proof that the book of mormon is true book of mormon facts. We believe it did, and startling new scriptural, prophetic, physical, and dna evidences strongly point to the location of the book of mormon taking place in. Mar 27, 20 we believe it did, and startling new scriptural, prophetic, physical, and dna evidences strongly point to the location of the book of mormon taking place in the heartland of the united states of. In fact, several mormon organizations have been founded in order to prove. Scott wolter, nonlds forensic geologist and star of the history channels new tv series, america unearthed, recently nov. Come follow me 2020 book of mormon evidence on apple. Book of mormon evidence come follow me supplementary study podcasts. Correlation and verification through dna, prophetic, scriptural, historical, climatological, archaeological, social, and cultural evidence rodney meldrum, 2008. Sep 16, 2018 meldrums theories, and similar ones from wayne may, are interesting and compellingbut inconclusive.
Summary of problems with rod meldrums heartland theory. Think joseph smith could have gotten that right by sheer chance. Book of mormon geography, lands, map, dna true evidence. The firm foundations 18th semiannual international book of mormon evidence conference is going to be amazing. Rhonda pickering signs of our time why are the iconic symbols of the hopewell, a hand and a bird. His research supports the writings and teachings of ancient and latterday prophets and indicates north america as the location where its epic history played out. Undeniable archaeological evidence of 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. 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. This book is great, but like i said, is the tip of the iceberg. Evidence continues to mount that its history occurred in the heartland of north america. Apr 09, 2019 it was a year ago this week, i spent three days at two book of mormon conferences on the same weekend.
This will help you come to an understanding that the book of mormon may have taken place here in the united states area rather than in central america as it has been understood in the past. Read the book of mormon and research the moundbuilder civilizations especially the hopewell and the adena. Exploring the book of mormon in americas heartland deseret. Reviews of dna evidence for book of mormon geography fairmormon. Book of mormon evidences, part one discusses some of the many factors supporting the plausibility of the book of mormon as an ancient document. This is the definitive work on the heartland geography. Supporting evidences of the book of mormon are broadly identifiable. Dna evidence for book of mormon geography by rod meldrum. Archaeology itself can be divided and subdivided into numerous disciplines.
The internal consistency of these descriptions is one of the striking features of the book of mormon. The dvd is based upon a popular presentation given in a number of fireside. To answer that question ive spent some time compiling a list of evidence for the divinity of the book of mormon. His research supports the writings and teachings of ancient and latterday prophets and indicates north america as the location where its epic. No level of dna evidence will ever prove the truthfulness of the. 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. Join host rod meldrum and a wide array of book of mormon experts, sharing their lifetimes of research and testimony. 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.
Many members of the latter day saint movement claim historical authenticity of the book of mormon. Ancient american publisher and renown book of mormon scholar wayne n. Professionally recorded and edited in studio with rod. Many a learned person has asked the same thing about the bible or even the existence of god. T he book of mormon is advertized by the church of jesus christ of latterday saints as another testament of jesus christ and specifically of the account of his supposed visit to the american continent the book of mormon, 3 nephi 11.
Hidden in the heartland book of mormon evidence location. Warning themes in the book of mormon and the condemnation that resteth upon the children of zion trailer. Rod meldrum and book of mormon dna byu scholarsarchive. Archaeological evidence for 7 locations on lehis journey. Five compelling archeological evidences for the book of mormon. Dna evidence for book of mormon geography dvd, on youtube. Since meldrum has not even been to school for genetic studies, he gets many things wrong that trained professionals would catch. New scientific support for the truthfulness of the book of mormon. Hopewell culture civilization rod rodney meldrum book of. We have been in contact with many of our speakers who assure us that they are ready and excited to share their latest findings with all of you. Contrary to the claims of our critics, there are impressive findings that make it difficult to explain away the book of mormon as a nineteenthcentury. Book of mormon evidence, heartland news, dec 16, 20.
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