The Book of Mormon (24 December 1908)

Title	The Book of Mormon (24 December 1908)
Publication Type	Magazine Article
Year of Publication	1908
Authors	Jenson, Andrew
Magazine	The Latter Day Saints' Millennial Star
Volume	70
Issue Number	52
Pagination	833–839
Date Published	24 December 1908
Keywords	Christ in America; Eight Witnesses; Mythology; Native Americans; Smith, Hyrum; Smith, Joseph, Sr.; Smith, Samuel Harrison; Tonga; Tradition; Witnesses
Abstract	This series discusses the origin of the Book of Mormon. It includes topics such as the Hill Cumorah, Joseph Smith’s first vision, the visit of the angel Moroni, the description of the gold plates, the translation and historical importance of the Book of Mormon, the testimonies of the Three and Eight Witnesses, Native American traditions that correspond with concepts in the Book of Mormon, legends from Tongan Islanders that are similar to those of Judaism, and the prophecy of no kings in America and its fulfillment. The third part continues the discussion of the Eight Witnesses, Native American traditions, and Tongan legends.

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