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“The Time is Past”: A Note on Samuel’s Five-Year Prophecy - Neal Rappleye
May 18, 2018

Abstract:1 The story of believers being nearly put to death before the appearance of the sign at Christ’s birth is both inspiring and a little confusing. According to the Book of Mormon, the sign comes in the 92nd year, which … Continue reading →

On Being the Sons of Moses and Aaron: Another Look at Interpreting the Oath and Covenant of the Priesthood - Mark Hamstead
May 11, 2018

Abstract: Section 84 of the Doctrine and Covenants contains what is commonly known by Latter-day Saints as the Oath and Covenant of the Priesthood. Priesthood leaders in the church are expected to teach and explain this Oath and Covenant to … Continue ...

The Word and the Kingdom - Daniel C. Peterson
May 04, 2018

Abstract: Members of the Church have been charged since ancient times with the covenant need to share the Gospel message with those around them. In more recent times, this has been described as a need for “every member” to be … Continue reading →

A Valuable Book for the Increasingly International Church - Jeff Lindsay
April 27, 2018

Abstract: As the Church expands among the many nations, peoples, and tongues of the earth, new challenges arise that require the organization and the members of the Church to better meet the needs of the peoples in various nations and … Continue reading →

Pressing Forward with the Book of Abraham - Stephen O. Smoot
April 20, 2018

Abstract: The Book of Abraham continues to attract scholarly attention. New findings in the fields of Egyptology, Near Eastern archaeology, and Mormon history have highlighted the complexity surrounding the origins of the Book of Abraham and its relati...

“Thou Art the Fruit of My Loins”: The Interrelated Symbolism and Meanings of the Names Joseph and Ephraim in Ancient Scripture - Matthew L. Bowen
April 13, 2018

Abstract: To the ancient Israelite ear, the name Ephraim sounded like or connoted “doubly fruitful.” Joseph explains the naming of his son Ephraim in terms of the Lord’s having “caused [him] to be fruitful” (Genesis 41:52).

Approaching Abinadi - Stephen O. Smoot
April 06, 2018

Abstract: The recently released Abinadi: He Came Among Them in Disguise, a new book from Brigham Young University’s Book of Mormon Academy, offers readers multidisciplinary approaches to Mosiah 11–17 that highlight the literary, historical,

Abinadi: A Minor Prophet, A Major Contributor - Andrew C. Smith
April 06, 2018

Abstract: The new edited volume Abinadi: He Came Among Them in Disguise, from the Book of Mormon Academy, is a valuable contribution to Book of Mormon studies. It should find a wide audience and stimulate greater and deeper thinking about … Continue re...

Easters: The Eternal Atoning Sacrifice Testifies of the Everlasting Redeeming Savior - Alan C. Ashton
March 30, 2018

Abstract: Easters come year after year, reminding us of new life brought to the children of men by the eternal atoning sacrifice of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He grants us peace, forgiveness, grace, mercy, contentment,

The Status of Women in Old Testament Marriage - Noel B. Reynolds
March 23, 2018

Review of Gordon Paul Hugenberger, Marriage as a Covenant: A Study of Biblical Law and Ethics Governing Marriage Developed from the Perspective of Malachi (Supplements to Vetus Testam, Book 52). Leiden, Netherlands: Brill, 1994. Pp. xx + 414.