The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which adherents believe contains writings of ancient prophets who lived on the american continent from approximately 2200 bc to ad 421. The fbi s art crime team helps recover a rare first edition of the book of mormon. The theory that the book of mormon is an ancient american history is not accepted as scientifically verifiable by the mainstream. True stories from an fbi agent moonlighting as a mormon bishop mike mcpheters on. At least they are not wed in reality since no book of mormon location is known with reference to modern topography. Whether youre a budding rare book collector or a bibliophile with an evniable collection, discover an amazing selection of rare and collectible books from booksellers around the. Nonlds scholars supporting the book of mormon directly are extremely rare there are some. In 2003, rarebook dealer and bibliodetective ken sanders tracked and caught a.
The book of mormon is really there so one can have book of mormon studies, and archaeology is really there so one can study archaeology, but the two are not wed. Archaeological evidence and the book of mormon fairmormon. The book view of hebrews came out 7 years before book or mormon. In this post i wanted to emphasize physical evidencesstuff you can touch, see, feel.
Fbi finds 10,000 rare books news the harvard crimson. By carol cratty, cnn cnnlaw enforcement agents have recovered a rare firstedition copy of the book of mormon that was reported stolen from a mesa, arizona, bookstore in late may. In the last chapter we saw that the bible is reliable, being textually pure and verifiably accurate in many places. The guys who did south park did book of mormon on broadway. All kinds of books turn up in rare book collections, including many forms of popular literature. We offer a selection of rare and collectible books, a smattering of new books, and the reading copies every book lover needs. Private collector of rare mormon books, the 1830 first edition book of mormon, mormon art and artifacts, historic mormon paintings, autographed historical documents, early mormon historical photographs, mormon imprints from palmyra, zion, kirtland, and nauvoo, and anything related to the church of jesus christ of latter day saints. So, really, its not possible for 90% of fbi agents to be mormon, since there arent enough mormons to fill the job. The number of fbi agents there likely are and the number of mormons in the world a little over million, and thats in the world, mind you, and includes kids 8 and up. So per force, i added the approaches of cultural history to those of social history. Heres the full list of the rare and out of print mormon books, lds lessons, scriptures and manuscripts. It was first published in march 1830 by joseph smith as the book of mormon.
And you may find independents who find his politics appealing, but. The book, one of just 5000 copies printed in 1830, is. The most read book in mormon intellectual circles this year will undoubtedly be salamander. This volume features articles on archaeological and anthropological aspects of the book of mormon, such as the use of the wheel in ancient america, hagoth and the polynesian tradition, the mulekites, ancient writing in the americas, and the use of metal. The fbi worked with other federal and local law enforcement agencies to. A man who allegedly stole a rare first edition of the book of mormon was arrested for theft tuesday at his friends condominium in herndon. Genetic attacks on the book of mormon focus on the fact that amerindian dna seems closest to asian dna, and not dna from the middle east or jewish dna. If its true, does that fact give you comfort or concern. Bird, the fbi agent who worked with hoover, became head of church security. This compilation of groundbreaking book of mormon articles is selected from over fifty years of lds scholarship published by byu studies. Fbi recovers rare firstedition of the book of mormon. Mesoamerica is also the only place found where there is an abundance of copper, silver and gold, just like the place in the book of mormon.
In the future we will be featuring some rare books from stans personal collection for sale. We are offering free standard shipping, curbside pickup, and free delivery. This view finds no acceptance outside of mormonism. Book of mormon sets new record for most expensive manuscript ever sold this article is more than 2 years old founding text of the church of jesus christ of. The story of the fbi and religion is not a series of isolated mishaps, argues a new book of essays edited by steven weitzman, a professor at the university of pennsylvania, and sylvester a. Five compelling archeological evidences for the book of mormon. Fbi recovers rare firstedition of the book of mormon cnn. Information swapping in the mormon underground, however, became even brisker as photocopies of purported document texts circulated. A forum for exmormons and others who have been affected by mormonism to share news, commentary, and comedy about the mormon church. The ten most expensive mormon books meridian magazine. The volume has long invited scrutiny from all branches of science. Jan 01, 2012 mormons and the fbi this session will include a screening of the byu documentary agents of justice, detailing the lives of three lds fbi agents who were killed in the line of duty.
Due to the covid19 pandemic, we continue to be closed to browsing. Aug 12, 2012 phoenix, june 12 reuters a rare, firstedition copy of the book of mormon stolen from a suburban phoenix bookstore was recovered on tuesday in the washington, d. Jun 14, 2012 by carol cratty, cnn cnnlaw enforcement agents have recovered a rare firstedition copy of the book of mormon that was reported stolen from a mesa, arizona, bookstore in late may. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to. Today, the mormons represent powerful factions of the central intelligence agency, the federal bureau of investigation, and the us federal government in general. If vintage comics are more your style, try shopping the local tag sales. Most, but not all, mormons hold the books connection to ancient american history as an article of their faith. I couldnt possibly cover every book of mormon correlation in one sitting. They then expanded to include the mormon private army.
The book was reported stolen from the owner of a rare book store in mesa, arizona. The book of mormon bom is an abbreviated account of the inhabitants of the ancient americas from 2200 bc to 421 ad. Harris, wife of martin the witness, in consequence of which loss the bible makers were at their wits ends, and the printing of the book delayed several months. An account written by the hand of mormon, upon plates taken from the plates of. The fbi could keep me from france, but not from the new york public library or the folger or the other great rare book collections in the united states. Sep 16, 2007 the rare first edition copy of the book of mormon was found at the bottom of a box of books by mark witmer, manager of hessney auction co. Readers of mormon history are aware of the fact that just before the mormon bible was printed, in 1830, one hundred and sixteen pages of the sacred manuscript were made away with by mrs. Mormon traditions would have us believe that the book of mormon took place in the heartland and in new york. Moons rare books first edition book of mormon for sale. The bible, the book of mormon, the doctnne and covenants, and the pearl of great price, including the book of commandments and the joseph smith translation of the bible. Conspicuously absent from the list are the alltime most important and influential worksthe lds standard works. The fbi announced thursday the religious book, first published in 1830 in new york, was located two days ago in herndon, virginia, and a suspect was arrested. Jul 30, 20 the fbi could keep me from france, but not from the new york public library or the folger or the other great rare book collections in the united states.
An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates taken from the plates of nephi. The characters were very strange but a number of them were exactly the same. Books include rare copies of the book of mormon, the contributor, dup volumes, even some rare anti mormon literature used for research purposes to respond to issues. With a sixfigure price tag, i think that most people would be surprised to learn that on a list of the ten most expensive mormon books, a first edition book of mormon. This page is dedicated to helping others locate and purchase rare lds books. An account written by the hand of mormon, upon plates taken from the plates of nephi. Testimony of vincenzo di francesca full movie theldslife living life as a latterday saint. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Would love to know what percentages are for the different organizations. Dec 15, 2014 why the book of mormon is the great american novel when a jewish author sets off on quest to understand the fantastical foundational text of mormonism, he ends up learning more about himself. Supporting evidences of the book of mormon are broadly identifiable. Books include rare copies of the book of mormon, the contributor, dup volumes, even some rare antimormon literature used for research purposes to respond to issues. Is it true that the fbi recruits a large number of mormons. The only bible that joseph smith relied on was the king james version.
Although i am of the same beliefsreligion as the author and have never heard of him until searching for fbi books on this website, i was more interested in reading the book for mike mcpheters experiences as a special agent for the fbi and not as bishop. Although historians and archaeologists consider the book to be an anachronistic invention of joseph smith, many members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church and other denominations of the latter day saint movement believe that it. Wayne may presents the supporting evidence for the heartland model, that the book of mormon nephites and jaredites lived in north america. Items are arranged in alphabetical title sequence images not scaled. To be honest, i was a little skeptical about purchasing this book. How one utah rare book collector acquired a first edition book of. Second edition of the book of mormon, 1837, in contemporary sheep book of mormon smith, joseph.
For example, critics of mormonism have shown convincing proof that the book of mormon is a synthesis of earlier works written by other men, of the vivid imaginings of joseph smith, and of plagiarisms from the king james bible. I have known plenty of nonmormon cia people and they are some of the best people you have ever met. How the fbi turned me on to rare books natalie zemon. Therefore, the mormon can have confidence that the bible is the word of god and that it can be accurately translated. Book of mormon sets new record for most expensive manuscript. Most mormons know how to handle firearms and cars from an early age its not so much threeletter agencies recruit mormons as it is threeletter agencies seek the same skills mormons encourage. Why the book of mormon is the great american novel the. The theory that the book of mormon is an ancient american history is not accepted. Why the book of mormon is the great american novel when a jewish author sets off on quest to understand the fantastical foundational text of. Bsbs00003 purchase now via paypal the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, book of mormon, deseret news. 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. Book of mormon evidence in american archaeology wayne may. There is a story in the book of mormon where a man cut off a bunch of arms in a battle. Since the publication of the book of mormon in 1830, mormon archaeologists have attempted to find archaeological evidence to support it.
Archaeology itself can be divided and subdivided into numerous disciplines. This area of mormon memorabilia provides a listing of books relating to mormonism or religion. Many members of the latter day saint movement claim historical authenticity of the book of mormon. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates taken from the plates of nephi, who claimed that it had been. Most, but not all, mormons hold the book s connection to ancient american history as an article of their faith.
A change was coming, too, in the new mormon history, for the faithpromoting finds that blossomed in 1982 now seemed in short supply. Nov 04, 2015 bird, the fbi agent who worked with hoover, became head of church security. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates. I have been selling rare mormon books for almost 30 years. Sep 19, 2010 the characters were very strange but a number of them were exactly the same.
How rare a possession the book of mormon complete version duration. While at face value most gang stalking blogs are likely cover operations and recruitment centers for fbi or other agency informants, they are also sometimes actual narratives of people who are being targeted in these pseudoinvestigations. Book of mormon archaeology and anthropology byu studies. However, this attack ignores several key points, among which is the fact that the book of mormon states. Original art from utah artists, unique collectibles such as movie props or historical artifacts, and antique. Jan 12, 2009 the number of fbi agents there likely are and the number of mormons in the world a little over million, and thats in the world, mind you, and includes kids 8 and up. These traditions truly conflict with the book of mormon, the word of god, so the heartland model can be. From a geographical standpoint, some lds scholars believe mesoamerica to be the setting of the book of mormon. The rare first edition copy of the book of mormon was found at the bottom of a box of books by mark witmer, manager of hessney auction co.
Hard evidence book of mormon is fraud chevalie armant. How the fbi turned me on to rare books natalie zemon davis. The book of mormon, a major broadway musical from south park creators matt. Its breadth of information, its farreaching conclusions, and its important lessons will be the topic of discussion in mormon orange juice, as opposed to cocktail, parties from san francisco to washington, d. Many online narratives about gang stalking reference mormons, and many blog comments also. Other researchers believe it took place in the great lakes area of north america to include involving the mound.
What does the powerful religious group actually believe. Dec 20, 2012 hard evidence book of mormon is fraud chevalie armant. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates taken from. True stories from an fbi agent moonlighting as a mormon bishop is the perfect memoir for the fbi agent in all of us. New items are added without notice, so please check back frequently. Testimony of vincenzo di francesca full movie youtube. Sep 26, 2017 book of mormon sets new record for most expensive manuscript ever sold this article is more than 2 years old founding text of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints returned to followers. Gang stalking, mormons, and the fbi research and data. Filled with surprises and unexpected thrills, and told with humor and ease, agent bishop. The book of mormon is considered scripture by members of the church of jesus christ of the latterday saints, on par with the bible. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints, book of mormon, deseret news.
In addition to rare books and documents you can also find. Archaeological evidence and the book of mormon why is there no archaeological evidence for the book of mormon. More importantly, the letter described an occult means of finding buried treasure and portrayed smith as a. Interestingly enough, i have read 100s of similar prebirth accounts, although rare, their concepts. To see a listing of our latest lds book acquisitions, please click here. Phoenix, june 12 reuters a rare, firstedition copy of the book of mormon stolen from a suburban phoenix bookstore was recovered on tuesday in the washington, d. Explore thousands of old and rare books, including illuminated manuscripts, fine press editions, illustrated books, incunabula, limited editions and miniature books. The danites started out as the bodyguards of joseph smith. The man, john gilkey, is a convicted thief who covets a vast collection of rare books he sees as his. Joseph, hyrum and samuel smith those are by far the most soughtafter and the rarest of these early mormon books. Book of mormon thought false by lds memberarchaelogist.