The Book Of Mormon Essay

In April 1823 the Prophet, Joseph Smith was spoken to by the Angel Moroni. The angel told him that the Lord had a larger purpose for him and informed him that the Holy Scripture included more than what is dictated in the Bible. From there, Joseph was guided to the burial place of two golden plates inscribed with the word of God by the Nephites and other ancient prophets. With inspiration from God, Joseph translated these plates into English and compiled them into what is now known as, the Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ. Although given the message in 1823, Smith did not publish the Book of Mormon until 1830. The book contains the story of Jesus Christ’s personal ministry to the ancient people of the Americas following after

It is from this that the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints essentially became called the Mormon Church. Originally, ‘Mormon’ was considered a derogatory term. However, as time passed, the Church accepted this nickname, but prefers the term Latter Day Saints. The Church originated in upstate New York, but has spread across the American continents and throughout the world. To date, there are around 15 million members of the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints.

Within any religion, there is a multitude of human needs that are addressed. It is due to these needs that people are initially drawn to the religion. The Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints is no different. This religion seems to address emotional and personal needs, but does not neglect the physical. The specific needs addressed by the Mormon faith include: hope, belonging, love, and purpose. The religion provides hope for its members because it gives them something to look forward to. By believing and abiding by the teachings in the Book of they understand that death isn’t the end. They will eventually have everlasting life