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Barlow on Book of Mormon Language: An Examination of Some Strained Grammar

TitleBarlow on Book of Mormon Language: An Examination of Some Strained Grammar
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2017
AuthorsCarmack, Stanford
JournalInterpreter: A Journal of Mormon Scripture
Volume27
Pagination185-196
KeywordsEarly Modern English; Grammar; Structure; Translation
Abstract

Comments made by Philip Barlow on Book of Mormon language for an Oxford-published book are examined. Inaccuracies are pointed out, and some examples are given that show matching with 1611 King James usage as well as with other earlier usage. One important conclusion that can be drawn from this study is that those who wish to critique the English language of the Book of Mormon need to take the subject more seriously and approach it with genuine scholarship, instead of repeating earlier errors. This has a direct bearing on forming accurate views of Joseph Smith and Book of Mormon translation.

URLhttps://journal.interpreterfoundation.org/barlow-on-book-of-mormon-language-an-examination-of-some-strained-grammar/