The Record and the Reading: Explorations in Book of Mormon Authenticity
Language: English
Published by FAIR Latter-day Saints, 2026
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- Title
- The Record and the Reading: Explorations in Book of Mormon Authenticity
- Author
- Gardner, Brant A. (Author)/ Hull, Kerry M. (Foreword)
- Publisher
- FAIR Latter-day Saints
- Publication year
- 2026
- Condition
- Brand New
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1971818038
- ISBN 13
- 9781971818030
- Item weight
- 0.52 kilograms
For decades, Brant A. Gardner has helped shape the landscape of Book of Mormon studies. The Record and the Reading brings together a collection of Gardner's most engaging and significant articles and presentations from his extensive career. Described as a "greatest hits" collection of his research, this volume offers a methodical, text-first exploration for readers looking to deepen their understanding of the scripture.
Gardner insists on viewing the Book of Mormon on its own terms as an ancient text. He refuses to flatten the scripture into modern assumptions, demonstrating instead that when the book is read closely and situated within a plausible ancient context, it yields insights of remarkable depth and coherence.
Inside this collection, readers will explore:
- Methodology and Myths: Gardner sets the record on some popular myths, unraveling the legends of the feathered serpent (Quetzalcoatl) and exposing archaeological forgeries.
- The Mesoamerican Context: Discover historically plausible correspondences between the Book of Mormon and ancient Mesoamerican societies, including the social history of the early Nephites and glimpses into Lamanite culture.
- Ancient Authors and Editors: Gain insights into the authorial intent of the record-keepers. Gardner analyzes Nephi's role as a scribe and unveils Mormon's carefully constructed editorial methods and meta-messages.
- The Text and the Translator: Deepen your understanding of Joseph Smith's translation process. Gardner taps into cognitive linguistics to propose how divine revelation and seer stones operated in bringing the English text to light.
With a foreword by Kerry M. Hull, this book represents the gathered fruits of a lifetime of careful labor and disciplined curiosity. It is an essential read for anyone seeking a rigorous approach to the ancient setting and modern emergence of the Book of Mormon.
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