The Translation Process and Timeline

The translation of the Book of Mormon occurred over a brief period, approximately 65 to 80 days, with significant pressures due to persecution. Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery, along with the assistance of the Whitmer family, completed this daunting task in a fraction of the time that many would expect for a book of its length, totaling 269,510 words. Their progress was often interrupted by logistical challenges, such as traveling over 100 miles for paper supplies and moving from Harmony to Fayette, which emphasized the urgency and dedication of those involved in the translation. This remarkable feat is seen as evidence of divine assistance, raising questions about how it was accomplished under such time constraints, particularly for an uneducated young man with limited resources.