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. It was first published in march 1830 by joseph smith as the book of mormon. However the 1830 edition is more likely to match the original sources. Latinautor, latinautor umpg, bmi broadcast music inc. Introduction to 3,9 changes utah lighthouse ministry. A unique characteristic of the first edition book of mormon title page is the diamond imprint. We are a nonprofit organization supported by people like you. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at.
Moons rare books first edition book of mormon for sale. To the inside front cover are affixed four clippings of descriptions of different versions of first edition copies of the book of mormon and of an 1854 edition of the doctrine and covenants, along with a clipping describing the origin of the text of the book of mormon and a bookplate of the shepard book. A fine and rare partiallyrestored copy of the 1830 first edition of the book of mormon. Dec 18, 2014 village performing arts centre full time 2014 perform turn it off from the book of mormon. Here is reprinted the original 1830 edition of this revered text, uncorrected, undoctored, and unimproved. For those interested in experiencing the original book of mormon, this high quality reprint will make a wonderful addition to your library. Another testament of jesus christ an account written by the hand of mormon, upon plates taken from the plates of nephi. These tables show all the versions of the book of mormon that have been translated. Published by the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. The typesetting, printing, and calfleather binding of 5,000 copiesnearly 3 million. George horton, understanding textual changes in the book of mormon, ensign dec 1983, 2428. 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. There were five early editions of the book of mormon published that are extremely significant to the lds faith, the first edition of 1830 being the most important, but also the 1837 kirtland, the. Charting the book of mormon is a collection of more than 175 visual aids that promote deeper understanding and appreciation of the book of mormon.
One of the most frequent mistakes in the first edition of the book of mormon is the use of the word was instead of the word were. Book of mormon, 1830, page 0 the joseph smith papers. Book of mormon difficulties, contradictions and explanations. This video will focus on the first edition book of mormon that once had 5,000. The original text betrays its new england origin in many ways, from inconsistent spelling to incorrect use of tenses and number, as well as incorrect usage of jacobean english.
This happened at some stage of the bookbinding process at the e. The original book of mormon manuscript byu studies. There is considerable evidence that these original chapter breaks were written on the gold plates by the original. The earliest text this book is a fascinating look at the less than 30% of the original manuscript that still remains of the book of mormon as it was translated and dictated by joseph smith under the guidance of the spirit to his scribes. A complete transcript of the extant parts of the original manuscript of the book of mormon has been published as royal skousen, ed. Portions of the book have been translated into another 20 languages.
Typographical facsimile of the extant text provo, ut. Doctrinal changes a selection of doctrinal changes in the book of mormon. Title page, translated from the book of mormon plates testimony of the three witnesses and also testimony of the eight witnesses preface to the 2016 edition preface to the 1908 edition books of the book of mormon first nephi second nephi jacob enos jarom omni words of mormon mosiah alma helaman third nephi fourth nephi mormon. The book of mormon has been translated in its entirety into 97 languages. Understanding textual changes in the book of mormon. May 11, 2011 the book of mormon original broadway cast recording licensed to youtube by wmg on behalf of ghostlight records. Enhance your 2020 book of mormon study with two brand new scripture stickers packs. The book of mormon primary edition line upon line, co. The original text of the book of mormon has been in the public domain for over a century and, given. Mar, 2015 this smaller number is more consistent with the relative scarcity of the 1837 book of mormon today. The book of mormon is a musical comedy with music, lyrics and book by trey parker, robert lopez, and matt stone. The book of mormon was published in march 1830 in palmyra, new york, under the direction of printer egbert b. Royal skousen, a professor of linguistics at byu and a recognized expert of the textual history of the book of mormon, has identified 5,280 variations in all editions of the book of mormon.
Title page, translated from the book of mormon plates testimony of the three witnesses and also testimony of the eight witnesses preface to the 2016 edition preface to the 1908 edition books of the book of mormon first nephi second nephi jacob enos jarom omni words of mormon mosiah alma helaman third nephi fourth nephi mormon ether moroni. Book of mormon by joseph smith, first edition abebooks. For example, in the 1830 edition, the first chapter of 1 nephi included all of what is now labeled 1 nephi 15 the entire episode of obtaining the brass plates. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates taken from the plates of nephi. An exact facsimile reproduction of the first edition of the book of mormon, providing the authentic size, look and feel, and format of the original. Annotated edition of the book of mormon new 2nd edition. Incorporated in this annotated edition are maps that depict specific locations given through revelation, in journal entries, or in an official church publication. This first mormon bibliography was reprinted and made more accessible to those who cherish mormon books, in celebration of the first year of lds. Jun 18, 2019 the text of this version is of the lds 1981 edition. Book of mormon foundation book of mormon books, book of. John taylor assigned orson pratt to prepare a new edition of the book. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to adherents, contains writings of ancient prophets who lived on the american continent from approximately 2200 bc to ad 421.
The original version of bibliothica scallawagiana was so poorly manufactured, that few copies survived. On this board, ive put together an assortment of pictures that show the bindings, title pages, and text of the first edition book of mormon. Collecting the book of mormon by joseph, smith first. Since its first publication in 1830, the book of moron has undergone thousands of changes. With extended margins for notes and reflection, this new format will allow you to write your thoughts directly in your scriptures and easily find them again in times of need.
The book was written by many ancient prophets by the spirit of prophecy and revelation. Jun 01, 2003 this is my allaround favorite edition of the book of mormon and the one that spoiled the standard church edition for me. Based on the earliest sources available, this corrected text represents the most accurate and readable edition of thebook of mormonever published first published in 1830, the book of mormon. Free download or read online book of mormon, doctrine and covenants, pearl of great price pdf epub book. The book of mormon, journal edition, provides the space you need to write down the thoughts and inspiration you receive as you read and study the scriptures.
After securing a for the book of mormon on june 11, 1829, joseph smith jr. Jerald and sandra tanner of the utah lighthouse ministry have identified nearly 4,000 changes when comparing the original 1830 edition to the 1964 edition. After this original manuscript was completed, a second copy was made for the printers use. The opposition to this edition of the book of mormon is only exceeded by the opposition to the original 1830 edition, that should tell you something.
We know it was the 1769 version because even translation errors unique to that bible were copied into the original 1830 book of mormon. The book of mormon is one of the most influentiala as well as controversiala religious documents in american history, and is regarded as sacred scripture by followers around the world, including members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, the fourthlargest. He later said of this book that, it is the most perfect book ever printed. So later american editions, which were taken from the first european edition, perpetuated these omissions. Book of mormon manuscript excerpt, circa june 1829 1. The spiritual text that forms the basis of mormonisma in the last edition edited by its founder, joseph smith, jr. First edition book of mormon 1830 moons rare books. The third of five videos detailing different artifacts in the ontario county historical museums collection. For a discussion concerning differences between the original manuscript and the printers edition, see the original book of mormon transcript, in reexploring the book of mormon, ed. Tom ragen turn it off from the book of mormon village. Book of mormon 1981 wikisource, the free online library.
Fourteen centuries later, in 1823, the angel moroni led joseph smith to the plates hidden in a hillside in upstate new york. It is a record of gods dealings with ancient inhabitants of the americas and contains the fulness of the everlasting gospel. By far the majority of changes between the 1830 and subsequent versions of the book of mormon are spelling or grammar corrections. Lds church members are taught that the book of mormon bom is scripture, as well as a true record of the inhabitants of the americas from about 2200 bc to 420 ad. We specialize in lds books, carrying several copies of the first edition book of mormon and first edition. The board of directors at the book of mormon foundation has felt an urge to promote the message of repentance within the book of mormon. In making this study we obtained photocopies of an original 1830 edition of the book of mormon.
Cover page of the book of mormon from an original 1830 edition, by joseph. Two major goals of each published edition of the book of mormon have been 1 to faithfully reproduce the text. I buy, sell and appraise free of charge rare mormon books, documents, photographs and artifacts. Lead vocals by tom ragen, logan dunstan, sam malseed and aj nerona. For those interested in experiencing the original book of mormon.
Unless otherwise indicated, the translation was financed and the resulting text published by the church of jesus christ. At once scandalous and devotional, the book of mormon continues to fascinate and inspire. Whats sad is that the opposition comes from the very people that should be interested and fair about this new book. Experience the book of mormon just as early converts such as emma smith. Get the best deals on 1830 book of mormon when you shop the largest online selection at. Five of the scribesoliver cowdery, martin harris, john whitmer, christian whitmer, and samuel smithalso gave their testimonies as witnesses of the book of mormon. It was this emended manuscript that was taken to the printer for typesetting for the first edition of the book of mormon. You will see articles concerning that subject in current issues of the witness. The first five editions of the book of mormon 1830, 1837. Another testament of jesus christ official edition by smith, joseph and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The following are extracts from the first edition of the book of mormon in which the word was has been changed in later editions to were. Aug 24, 2018 the first edition book of mormon was printed in 1830. To the reader as many false reports have been circulated respecting the following work, and also many unlawful measures taken by the evil designing persons to destroy me, and also the work, i would inform you that i translated, by the gift and power of god, and caused to be written, one hundred and sixteen pages, the which i took from the book. To the inside front cover are affixed four clippings of descriptions of different versions of first edition copies of the book of mormon and of an 1854 edition of the.
The preface further explains that in preparation for the new edition, the first edition was carefully reexamined and compared with the original manuscripts by joseph smith and oliver cowdery. The first edition book of mormon is composed in a narrative, paragraph format, uninterrupted by verses and chapters, which many readers will find easier to digest. The earliest editions of the book of mormon did not have the same chapter divisions as our modern editions. How one utah rare book collector acquired a first edition book of.
The book, one of just 5000 copies printed in 1830, is. The same article reported the highest price paid for a firstedition book of. Grandin in palmyra, new york, a bustling city along the erie canal. Miriam robarts yes, i believe that god inspired and instructed many prophets to keep records and then a prophet compiled them in the book of mormon, similar to howmore yes, i believe that god inspired and instructed many prophets to keep records and then a prophet compiled them in the book of mormon. Second edition of the book of mormon, 1837, in contemporary sheep book of mormon smith, joseph. To the inside front cover are affixed four clippings of descriptions of different versions of first edition copies of the book of mormon and of an 1854 edition of the doctrine and covenants, along with a clipping describing the origin of the text of the book of mormon and a bookplate of the shepard book company of salt lake city, utah. If you love the book of mormon, consider donating to book of mormon central and becoming part of this exciting movement. Collecting the book of mormon by joseph, smith first edition. 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.
Aug 18, 2010 according to mormon belief, the book of mormon was inscribed on golden plates by generations of prophets, quoted and abridged by the prophethistorian mormon, and buried in the ground by mormon s son, moroni. First two editions of the book of mormon available. According to joseph smith, the book of mormon is more correct than the bible history of the church, vol. Mormon appraisal appraisals rare books lds 1830 book of mormon.
The first edition of the novel was published in 1950, and was written by the church of jesus. It is an important resource for comparison with the current official edition published by the church of jesus christ of latter day saints. Today, the building in which the book of mormon was first published and sold is known as the book of mormon historic publication site. The book of mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. Book of mormon editions 18301981 the encyclopedia of. There were 5,000 original book of mormon copies published in 1830 in palmyra, new york. Palmyra collectors edition 1830 book of mormon replica. Apr 26, 2020 my name is reid moon, owner of moons rare books in provo, utah. The book of mormon was first published and sold at the bookstore of e. The first edition of the book of mormon was printed in 1830 in palmyra, new york, by the e. Several angles of the firstedition book of mormon, printed in. An account written by the hand of mormon, upon plates taken from the plates of nephi.
Today, the building the houses the bookstoreturnedreligiouslandmark is known as the book of mormon historic publication site. Pdf book of mormon, doctrine and covenants, pearl of. There were five editions of the book of mormon printed during the life of joseph smith. Because the first european edition in english followed the 1837 edition, it did not contain some of these changes made by joseph smith. We specialize in lds books, carrying several copies of the first edition book of mormon and first edition doctrine and covenants, as well as other documents. Hardys edition is designed to be readerfriendly and help the underlying logic of the text come out through the formatting. We are pleased to offer copies of the first and second edition of the book of mormon for sale. Moons rare books is a collection of rare and antique bibles, early mormon books and documents, lds scripture, classic literature, and early american and european historical documents. In this study we will show that there have been at least 3,9 changes made in the book of mormon from the time it was first published in 1830. The original 1830 edition, book of mormon had s of. The journaling edition of the book of mormon is now available for our shortest preorder ever.
This article is being offered free as a courtesy to as it was footnoted in an expanded gospel topic on their site while much that has been said regarding the origin of the book of mormon is beyond the experience of the average searcher, only as he accepts or rejects the credibility of the earliest witnesses, the existence of the book itself provides a common ground for careful. High quality custom edition lds books line upon line co. This book is a facsimile reproduction of the original printing of the book of mormon in 1830, written by joseph smith. First staged in 2011, the play is a satirical examination of the church of jesus christ of. This newlyreleased replica is a beautiful recreation of the original 1830 book of mormon printed in palmyra, new york. Grandin press in palmyra, new yorkbecause all first editions copies of the book of mormon have this visible trait. We fully acknowledge that this wont match the current lds version of the book of mormon because it has been updated by numerous lds leaders since 1830. We carry a variety of book of mormon books, from 1830 heritage editions to journals and study guides. With printed tabs on every page, a wipeable cover, ribbon bookmark, colorable endsheets, 15 coloring pages one at the beginning of each book, a tree of life reading chart and pages to record a growing testimony, the primary edition of the book of mormon. Jul 26, 2018 large parts of the book of mormon were found to be the same as parts of the 1769 version of the king james version of the bible. Weve selected the 1830 first edition of the book of mormon. Depending upon how one defines trade edition, it would appear that the university of illinois anticipated doubleday by a year, to say nothing of a number of other editions produced in the last decade see an appendix in the illinois edition. Only rarely do we have the first two editions of the book of mormon for sale at the same time, but.
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