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Top Scholar Explains How the Book of Mormon Was Created - The Mosiah Priority w/ Brent Metcalfe | Ep. 1971

Mormon Stories Podcast

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Decoding Joseph Smith's Translation Techniques

This chapter explores the historical accuracy surrounding Joseph Smith's translation of the Book of Mormon, specifically focusing on his linguistic choices like the use of 'therefore' and 'wherefore.' It examines the influence of the King James Version on Smith's dictation style and the implications of word usage on understanding the text's authorship. Additionally, it critiques stylometric analyses and introduces the concept of 'Mosiah Priority' in assessing Smith's role as a potentially singular author.

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