
Book of Mormon: Historical or 19th Century Text? - John Turner Pt. 6 | Ep. 2037
Mormon Stories Podcast
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Exploring the Witnesses of the Book of Mormon
This chapter examines the testimonies of the witnesses to the Book of Mormon, considering various interpretations of their experiences, including potential deception and visionary encounters. It contrasts the accounts of the three witnesses who did not physically touch the plates with the eight witnesses who claimed to have handled them, raising questions about the nature and reality of their visions. The discussion also situates these testimonies within the broader historical and literary reactions to the Book of Mormon, including critiques and claims regarding its authenticity.
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