@@Common_MansplainingAs far as I know. Another set of books that you would find useful for your studies of ancient cultures in general are Michael Heiser's Unseen Realm which explains the OT supernatural word view, John Walton's books on the Lost word if Genesis One (and its sequels) which explains a lot of the context of Genesis through Joshua and Margaret Barker's work on the difference between 1st and 2nd Temple doctrine. None are LDS.
The Book of Mormon has complex narratives and interweaving storylines and deep theological sermons. I think more people should spend the time to read it not to proselytize and convert people but to understand why it’s so powerful to so many people. The best book I have read on the Book of Mormon is Grant Hardy’s Understanding the Book of Mormon: a reader’s guide. He goes over the narratives and focuses on the three main narrators of the book. He also includes perspectives from believers and secular scholars.
@@Common_Mansplaining I'm still looking into other denominations! I study with my JW friends weekly, and I've attended a variety of baptist, non denominational, and catholic services. For me, the Church of Jesus christ of latter day saints is where I belong. Everything points back to Jesus Christ, and I love that when I have questions I'm able to find satisfying answers.
@@macienielson9017 well that's always a wonderful feeling...to be welcomed with open arms. I am always fascinated by how much a personal experience can shape people's religion. I see SO many people turn away from their faith due to bad experiences (not with the faith itself...but with the people they interact with). Conversely, I see many drift toward a faith based on the same premise (the fact that they have positive experiences with the people involved...rather than the faith itself). Who knows...perhaps there is no difference between the two. For myself, however, I need the tenets if faith to make sense...in addition to the people involved being welcoming. Ultimately the tenets of faith are more important to me.
It sounds like you should check out Brian Stubbs work on Hebrew influences in Uto-Aztecan.
@@Steelblaidd sweet! I'll check it out! Does he confirm the Mormon proposed timeline?
@@Common_MansplainingAs far as I know. Another set of books that you would find useful for your studies of ancient cultures in general are Michael Heiser's Unseen Realm which explains the OT supernatural word view, John Walton's books on the Lost word if Genesis One (and its sequels) which explains a lot of the context of Genesis through Joshua and Margaret Barker's work on the difference between 1st and 2nd Temple doctrine. None are LDS.
The Book of Mormon has complex narratives and interweaving storylines and deep theological sermons.
I think more people should spend the time to read it not to proselytize and convert people but to understand why it’s so powerful to so many people.
The best book I have read on the Book of Mormon is Grant Hardy’s Understanding the Book of Mormon: a reader’s guide.
He goes over the narratives and focuses on the three main narrators of the book. He also includes perspectives from believers and secular scholars.
Thank you so much! I'll add it to the reading list! I've got a ton of books on my plate already, but the more knowledge, the better ;).
I love the Book of Mormon! It has helped me understand who god is, and who I am!
Thank you so much for your support!
Did you ever look into other Christian denominations? Or was it always Mormonism?
@@Common_Mansplaining I'm still looking into other denominations! I study with my JW friends weekly, and I've attended a variety of baptist, non denominational, and catholic services. For me, the Church of Jesus christ of latter day saints is where I belong. Everything points back to Jesus Christ, and I love that when I have questions I'm able to find satisfying answers.
@@macienielson9017 well that's always a wonderful feeling...to be welcomed with open arms.
I am always fascinated by how much a personal experience can shape people's religion. I see SO many people turn away from their faith due to bad experiences (not with the faith itself...but with the people they interact with).
Conversely, I see many drift toward a faith based on the same premise (the fact that they have positive experiences with the people involved...rather than the faith itself).
Who knows...perhaps there is no difference between the two. For myself, however, I need the tenets if faith to make sense...in addition to the people involved being welcoming. Ultimately the tenets of faith are more important to me.
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@@AstralDragon-j6b 😂😂 very nice!
I still say it's aliens... :P
Read Moroni 10:4-5, then follow the invitation it gives you!
Lol I'll get there. I have a ton on my reading list.
Is there a recommended order for reading the Book of Mormon?
@@Common_Mansplaining if you have time to read the whole thing, start from the beginning. If you don't, read 3 Nephi 11 and then Moroni 10