Scripture Central Doctrine and Covenants 18 | Feb 24 - March 2 | Come Follow Church History with Lynne Hilton Wilson
Feb 14, 2025
Join John W. Welch, a renowned scholar on the Book of Mormon and Doctrine and Covenants, as he dives deep with Lynne Hilton Wilson into the intriguing history of Doctrine and Covenants section 18. They discuss Oliver Cowdery’s vital role in establishing the Twelve Apostles and the controversy surrounding the Spaulding Manuscript, tackling misconceptions and historical criticisms. The conversation also highlights the translation process of the Book of Mormon and its impact on early church organization. A fascinating exploration of faith, history, and scripture!
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Spalding Manuscript Controversy
- Critics attempted to discredit the Book of Mormon by attributing it to the unpublished Spalding Manuscript.
- This manuscript, a romance novel set in the Roman Empire, was irrelevant to the Book of Mormon's setting and content.
Access to Spalding Manuscript
- The Spalding Manuscript has been published online by BYU Religious Studies Center.
- This allows anyone to compare it with the Book of Mormon and see the clear differences.
Book of Mormon as Scripture
- Section 18 emphasizes relying on the written words of the Book of Mormon as scripture.
- Oliver Cowdery, after receiving this revelation, created a printer's manuscript to preserve the text.