Types of Literature in the Book of Mormon: Historical Narrative, Memoir, Prophetic Discourse, Oratory

Historical narrative in the Book of Mormon is written by laymen, and is the truth as they see it. Of emphasis is the doctrine that blessings follow those who keep the commandments; they will prosper in the land. More than autobiography, the words of the writers could be described as memoirs. Benjami...

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Published in:Journal of Book of Mormon studies
Main Author: Sperry, Sidney B. 1895-1977 (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Foundation 1995
In: Journal of Book of Mormon studies
Year: 1995, Volume: 4, Issue: 1, Pages: 81-94
Online Access: Volltext (lizenzpflichtig)
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Summary:Historical narrative in the Book of Mormon is written by laymen, and is the truth as they see it. Of emphasis is the doctrine that blessings follow those who keep the commandments; they will prosper in the land. More than autobiography, the words of the writers could be described as memoirs. Benjamin delivered a wonderful oration which deserves detailed study, and which can be divided into three parts.
Item Description:Auszug aus "Our Book of Mormon" von Sidney B. Sperry
ISSN:2168-3158
Contains:Enthalten in: Journal of Book of Mormon studies