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1880
Chandler, Tertins, and Frank F. Judd Jr. “Reading the Bible.” Contributor 1, July 1880, 225–27.

Reasons why the Bible should be read by the youth of the Church

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Great Britain. The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star: Vol. 42, 1880. 52 issues. Manchester; Liverpool: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Great Britain, 1880.
Langdorf, C. William. History of Seneca County. Springfield, OH: Transcript, 1880.

An historical work on the state of New York. Pages 646-55 contain a discussion of Mormonism and the Book of Mormon. The writer accepts the Spaulding theory of the Book of Mormon’s origin and includes a discussion of the Anthon incident.

Nicholson, John. The Latter-day Prophet. Liverpool: William Budge, 1880.

Writes concerning the need for a true prophet. The Book of Mormon was given by the power of God to clarify misunderstood passages in the Bible. Isaiah foretold of Martin Harris’s visit to Professor Anthon. The Book of Mormon is the story of the ancient American inhabitants, whose descendants are receiving the truth in vast numbers.

Reynolds, George. “The Laws of the Nephites.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 1 (1880): 5.

Discusses the Nephite political system under the monarchy and judges. Also considers legal matters under the judges, such as procedures for being heard as the “voice of the people,” various sanctions for crime, and treatment of prisoners of war.

Keywords: Laws, Legal, Nephite, Nephite Government
Reynolds, George. “The Laws of the Nephites.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 1 (1880): 5.

Discusses the Nephite political system under the monarchy and judges. Also considers legal matters under the judges, such as procedures for being heard as the “voice of the people,” various sanctions for crime, and treatment of prisoners of war.

Keywords: Laws, Legal, Nephite, Nephite Government
Reynolds, George. “The Laws of the Nephites.” Juvenile Instructor 15 (1, 15 January, 1, 15 February, 1 March 1880): 5, 22-23, 27-28, 46-47, 59.

Discusses the Nephite political system under the monarchy and judges. Also considers legal matters under the judges, such as procedures for being heard as the “voice of the people,” various sanctions for crime, and treatment of prisoners of war.

Short, John T. The North American of Antiquity: Their Origin, Migrations, and Type of Civilization Considered. 3rd ed. New York: Harper, 1880.

An examination of the North Americans of antiquity, from the aspects of archaeology, linguistics, geography, science, calendars, and religion. The Book of Mormon theory regarding the origin of the early North Americans is mentioned “only on the ground of its romantic character, and not on the supposition for a moment that it contains a grain of truth”

Walter, Charles. “The Book of Mormon.” Scribner’s Monthly 20 (1880): 613-18.

An ex-Mormon, having met the daughter of Solomon Spaulding, tells Spaulding’s “real” story. He includes Thurlow Weed’s and Matilda Spaulding McKinstry’s statements concerning the Manuscript Found. He finds that the Book of Mormon is a plagiarism of Spaulding’s manuscript.

Watt, George D. Journal of Discourses, Volume 20. Volume 20 of Journal of Discourses, Reported by George F. Gibbs, John Irvine, and Others. Liverpool: William Budge, 1880.

Original title: Journal of Discourses by President John Taylor and Other Members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Also, Remarks by Other Prominent Elders, Vol 20

Woodward, Charles L. “The First Half Century of Mormonism: Papers, Engravings, Photographs, and Autographed Letters.” 2 vols. New York: n.p., 1880.

A collection of newspaper articles, photographs, and related items that present an overview of the Book of Mormon, relate how it came forth, and conclude that Joseph Smith was not the author of the book but Sidney Rigdon used the Spaulding manuscript to lay the foundation of this “magnificent scheme” after hearing about Joseph Smith’s claim to have found golden plates.

Taylor, John H. “Comprehensiveness of the Lord’s Prayer—The Rule and Government of God—The Revelation of the Father and Son to Joseph Smith, and the Bestowal Upon Him of the Priesthood—Development of Theocratic Laws and Principles—Object of Gathering—Religious Freedom—Our Relations With the General Government.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 61–71.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the Salt Lake Assembly Hall, at the Quarterly Conference, Sunday Afternoon, January 4, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Reynolds, George. “The Repentant Lawyer.” The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star 42, no. 1 (5 January 1880): 1-3.

Zeezrom was the leading lawyer in the city of Ammonihah who sought every opportunity to win a case, especially against the servants of God. However, he soon recognized his guilt and wished to repent.

Reynolds, George. “The Laws of the Nephites: The Nephites Under the Kings.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 2 (1880): 22-23.

Discusses the Nephite political system under the monarchy and judges. Also considers legal matters under the judges, such as procedures for being heard as the “voice of the people,” various sanctions for crime, and treatment of prisoners of war.

Keywords: Kingship, Laws, Legal, Nephite, Nephite Government
Reynolds, George. “The Laws of the Nephites: The Nephites Under the Kings.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 2 (1880): 22-23.

Discusses the Nephite political system under the monarchy and judges. Also considers legal matters under the judges, such as procedures for being heard as the “voice of the people,” various sanctions for crime, and treatment of prisoners of war.

Keywords: Kingship, Laws, Legal, Nephite, Nephite Government
Budge, E. A. Wallis. “About the Book of Mormon.” The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star 42, no. 3 (19 January 1880): 41-44.

Presents a life sketch of the Alma family, many of whom became prophets. The life of Alma the Younger is compared to the Apostle Paul—both were called upon to repent and became great missionaries for the Lord. The prophecies of Alma are among the most numerous, important, and interesting in the Book of Mormon, and his inspired advice to his sons contains many doctrinal matters. Helaman the son of Helaman, grandson of Alma, carried on the work of righteousness in spite of the Gadianton robbers. His son Nephi was a great prophet who paved the way for the visit of Christ in America. Nephi’s brother Lehi and Lehi’s son Nephi were also great leaders.

Reynolds, George. “The Alma Family.” The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star 42, no. 3-18 (19 January—3 May 1880): 33-37, 49-52, 65-68, 81-84, 97-101, 129-31, 145-47, 160-64, 177-79, 193-95, 225-26, 241-43, 257-58, 278-79.

Presents a life sketch of the Alma family, many of whom became prophets. The life of Alma the Younger is compared to the Apostle Paul—both were called upon to repent and became great missionaries for the Lord. The prophecies of Alma are among the most numerous, important, and interesting in the Book of Mormon, and his inspired advice to his sons contains many doctrinal matters. Helaman the son of Helaman, grandson of Alma, carried on the work of righteousness in spite of the Gadianton robbers. His son Nephi was a great prophet who paved the way for the visit of Christ in America. Nephi’s brother Lehi and Lehi’s son Nephi were also great leaders.

Budge, E. A. Wallis. “More About the Book of Mormon.” The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star 42, no. 4 (26 January 1880): 56-58.

Presents a life sketch of the Alma family, many of whom became prophets. The life of Alma the Younger is compared to the Apostle Paul—both were called upon to repent and became great missionaries for the Lord. The prophecies of Alma are among the most numerous, important, and interesting in the Book of Mormon, and his inspired advice to his sons contains many doctrinal matters. Helaman the son of Helaman, grandson of Alma, carried on the work of righteousness in spite of the Gadianton robbers. His son Nephi was a great prophet who paved the way for the visit of Christ in America. Nephi’s brother Lehi and Lehi’s son Nephi were also great leaders.

Reynolds, George. “The Laws of the Nephites: Nephite Law in the Days of the Judges.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 3 (1880): 27-28.

Discusses the Nephite political system under the monarchy and judges. Also considers legal matters under the judges, such as procedures for being heard as the “voice of the people,” various sanctions for crime, and treatment of prisoners of war.

Keywords: Chief Judge, Judgeship, Laws, Legal, Nephite Government, Reign of the Judges
Reynolds, George. “The Laws of the Nephites: Nephite Law in the Days of the Judges.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 3 (1880): 27-28.

Discusses the Nephite political system under the monarchy and judges. Also considers legal matters under the judges, such as procedures for being heard as the “voice of the people,” various sanctions for crime, and treatment of prisoners of war.

Keywords: Chief Judge, Judgeship, Laws, Legal, Nephite Government, Reign of the Judges
Taylor, John H. “A Funeral Sermon By President John Taylor, Preached Over the Remains of Joseph M. Cain, Son of Joseph and Elizabeth Cain.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 14–22.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered In the 14th Ward Assembly Rooms, Salt Lake City, Feb. 8, 1880. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Pratt, Helaman. “Indian Customs and Traditions.” Juvenile Instructor 15 (15 February 1880): 47.

Writes about encounters with Indians in the Southwest and Mexico. The author was told that the Apaches would possess the land again, as the Book of Mormon describes. A tradition among the Pueblos listed three great events: the white race would conquer the Indians (fulfilled by Cortez), the Indians would rise up and regain their independence, and another group of white people would come with truth.

Reynolds, George. “The Laws of the Nephites: Liberty of Conscience.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 4 (1880): 46-47.

Discusses the Nephite political system under the monarchy and judges. Also considers legal matters under the judges, such as procedures for being heard as the “voice of the people,” various sanctions for crime, and treatment of prisoners of war.

Keywords: Capital Punishment, Laws, Legal, Liberty
Reynolds, George. “The Laws of the Nephites: Liberty of Conscience.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 4 (1880): 46-47.

Discusses the Nephite political system under the monarchy and judges. Also considers legal matters under the judges, such as procedures for being heard as the “voice of the people,” various sanctions for crime, and treatment of prisoners of war.

Keywords: Capital Punishment, Laws, Legal, Liberty
Reynolds, George. “The Laws of the Nephites (Concluded).” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 4 (1880): 59.

Discusses the Nephite political system under the monarchy and judges. Also considers legal matters under the judges, such as procedures for being heard as the “voice of the people,” various sanctions for crime, and treatment of prisoners of war.

Keywords: Laws, Legal, Nephite Government
Reynolds, George. “Historians of the Nephites.” The Contributor 1, no. 6 (1880): 137-138.

There were four families who were charged with the care of the plates that contained the records of the Nephites. Jacob’s family, King Benjamin’s family, Alma and his family, and Mormon and his son Moroni. The author provides a dated list of the historians.

Keywords: Large Plates of Nephi, Nephite Recordkeepers, Recordkeeping, Small Plates of Nephi
Reynolds, George. “The Laws of the Nephites (Concluded).” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 4 (1880): 59.

Discusses the Nephite political system under the monarchy and judges. Also considers legal matters under the judges, such as procedures for being heard as the “voice of the people,” various sanctions for crime, and treatment of prisoners of war.

Keywords: Laws, Legal, Nephite Government
Reynolds, George. “Historians of the Nephites.” Contributor 1 (March 1880): 137-38.

There were four families who were charged with the care of the plates that contained the records of the Nephites. Jacob’s family, King Benjamin’s family, Alma and his family, and Mormon and his son Moroni. The author provides a dated list of the historians.

Sharp, W. H. H. “The Angel Moroni.” Contributor 1 (March 1880): 142-43.

Quotes Revelation 14:6-8 and explains that Moroni was the angel who held the keys of the gospel and came to earth in the latter days to commit them to Joseph Smith. Gives a biographical outline of Moroni’s mortal life and discusses his latter-day work in bringing the Book of Mormon to light.

Sharp, W.H.H. “The Angel Moroni.” The Contributor 1, no. 6 (1880): 142-143.

Quotes Revelation 14:6-8 and explains that Moroni was the angel who held the keys of the gospel and came to earth in the latter days to commit them to Joseph Smith. Gives a biographical outline of Moroni’s mortal life and discusses his latter-day work in bringing the Book of Mormon to light.

Keywords: Angel Moroni, Moroni (Son of Mormon), Restoration
Sharp, W.H.H. “The Angel Moroni.” The Contributor 1, no. 6 (1880): 142-143.

Quotes Revelation 14:6-8 and explains that Moroni was the angel who held the keys of the gospel and came to earth in the latter days to commit them to Joseph Smith. Gives a biographical outline of Moroni’s mortal life and discusses his latter-day work in bringing the Book of Mormon to light.

Keywords: Angel Moroni, Moroni (Son of Mormon), Restoration
Stewart, J. Z. “Interesting Facts: The Divine Authenticity of the Book of Mormon Clearly Proved by Ancient Indian Records.” Juvenile Instructor 15 (1 March 1880): 50.

The conquering Spaniards burned the histories of the Mexican natives, but a few survived and are in the Aztec museum in Mexico. The histories there as well as in Central and South America offer astonishing proof that the Book of Mormon is true.

Stewart, J.Z. “Interesting Facts: The Divine Authenticity of the Book of Mormon Clearly Proved by Ancient Indian Records.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 5 (1880): 50.

The conquering Spaniards burned the histories of the Mexican natives, but a few survived and are in the Aztec museum in Mexico. The histories there as well as in Central and South America offer astonishing proof that the Book of Mormon is true.

Keywords: Ancient America, Mesoamerica
Taylor, John H. “Sustaining the Authorities—Power of the Priesthood—Faithfulness Required, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 207–219.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered at Kaysville, on Sunday Afternoon, March 1, 1880. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Naisbitt, Henry W. “The Principle of Revelation and Its Application to the Several Phases of Life—How the Brotherhood of Man Shall Be Evolved.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 101–111.

Discourse by Elder Henry W. Naisbitt, delivered in the 16th Ward Meetinghouse, Sunday Afternoon, March 7, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Reynolds, George. “Agriculture among the Nephites.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 6 (1880): 71.

Deals with aspects of agriculture in the Book of Mormon.

Keywords: Agriculture
Reynolds, George. “Agriculture among the Nephites.” Juvenile Instructor 15 (15 March 1880): 71.

Deals with aspects of agriculture in the Book of Mormon.

Taylor, John H. “The Great Principles of Truth As Taught By Revelation to the Ancients, and Also to the Saints in Our Day.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 241–256.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered at Ogden Tabernacle, on Sunday, March 21, 1880. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Conference Report: 50th Annual Conference April 1880. Salt Lake City: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1880, 119 pages.
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. “50th Annual Conference April 1880.” General Conference, April 1880.
R. “Lesser Lights of the Book of Mormon.” Contributor 1 (April—September 1880): 149-51, 177-79, 206-9, 230-33, 243-45, 269-71.

A series that tells the stories of some of the lesser-known figures in the Book of Mormon: Jacob a Nephite apostate, Jarom, Zoram, Muloki, Samuel the Lamanite, Antipas, and Teancum.

Reynolds, George. “The Art of War among the Nephites.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 7 (1880): 77.

Describes different aspects of warfare as found in the Book of Mormon, with emphasis on the battle techniques of Moroni. Notes that detailed accounts of warfare do not appear in the Book of Mormon until the period of the judges.

Keywords: Captain Moroni, Fortifications, Warfare, Weaponry
Reynolds, George. “The Art of War among the Nephites.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 7 (1880): 77.

Describes different aspects of warfare as found in the Book of Mormon, with emphasis on the battle techniques of Moroni. Notes that detailed accounts of warfare do not appear in the Book of Mormon until the period of the judges.

Keywords: Captain Moroni, Fortifications, Warfare, Weaponry
Stevenson, W. Fleming. “A City of Saints.” Frank Leslie’s Sunday Magazine 7 (April 1880): 406-16.

Description of a visit to Salt Lake, with a report of conversations with LDS members. Tells about the Book of Mormon, and includes references to the Spaulding fabrication.

Penrose, Charles W. “Difference Between the Latter-Day Saints and All Other Professing Christians.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 137–146.

Discourse by Elder Charles W. Penrose, delivered in the Salt Lake Assembly Hall, Sunday Afternoon, April 11, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Reynolds, George. “The Art of War among the Nephites (Continued).” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 8 (1880): 94.

Describes different aspects of warfare as found in the Book of Mormon, with emphasis on the battle techniques of Moroni. Notes that detailed accounts of warfare do not appear in the Book of Mormon until the period of the judges.

Keywords: Armor, Captain Moroni, Warfare
Reynolds, George. “The Art of War among the Nephites (Continued).” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 8 (1880): 94.

Describes different aspects of warfare as found in the Book of Mormon, with emphasis on the battle techniques of Moroni. Notes that detailed accounts of warfare do not appear in the Book of Mormon until the period of the judges.

Keywords: Armor, Captain Moroni, Warfare
Reynolds, George. “The Art of War among the Nephites.” Juvenile Instructor 15 (15 April 1880): 77, 94.

Describes different aspects of warfare as found in the Book of Mormon, with emphasis on the battle techniques of Moroni. Notes that detailed accounts of warfare do not appear in the Book of Mormon until the period of the judges.

S., J. Z. “The Book of Mormon.” The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star 42, no. 16 (19 April 1880): 246-47.

Old Indian and Spanish histories that are preserved in Mexican libraries and museums provide evidence of the divine authenticity of the Book of Mormon.

Penrose, Charles W. “Insufficiency of Mere Belief in Christ—Extent and Application of the Atonement—Necessity of Divine Authority to Enable Man to Administer the Gospel—Joseph Smith Called of God.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 80–91.

Discourse by Elder Charles W. Penrose, delivered in the Salt Lake Assembly Hall, Sunday Afternoon, April 25, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Penrose, Charles W. “Partaking of the Lord’s Supper, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 82–97.

Discourse by Elder Charles W. Penrose, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, May 1, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Reynolds, George. “Science and Literature Among the Nephites.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 9 (1880): 105-106.

The Nephite civilization began with highly intelligent and learned leaders who were well acquainted with geography and astronomy. They had access to unpolluted scriptures, including the otherwise unknown writings of Zenos, Zenock, Neum, and Ezias. They may have been familiar with the books of Abraham and Joseph.

Keywords: Astronomy, Book of Mormon Geography, Education, Literature, Science, Scripture Study
Reynolds, George. “Science and Literature Among the Nephites.” Juvenile Instructor 15 (1 May 1880): 105-6.

The Nephite civilization began with highly intelligent and learned leaders who were well acquainted with geography and astronomy. They had access to unpolluted scriptures, including the otherwise unknown writings of Zenos, Zenock, Neum, and Ezias. They may have been familiar with the books of Abraham and Joseph.

Reynolds, George. “Personal Appearance of the Nephites.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 10 (1880): 110-111.

Describes the personal appearance of the Nephites as being “white and delightsome people,” perhaps “well proportioned, ruddy of countenance, auburn hair and light eyed.”

Keywords: Appearance, Nephite
Reynolds, George. “Personal Appearance of the Nephites.” Juvenile Instructor 15 (15 May 1880): 110-11.

Describes the personal appearance of the Nephites as being “white and delightsome people,” perhaps “well proportioned, ruddy of countenance, auburn hair and light eyed”

Morgan, John. “Southern States Mission.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 179–188.

Discourse by Elder John Morgan, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, May 23, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Woodruff, Wilford. “No Man Can Build Up the Church of Christ Without the Priesthood—Responsibility of the Priesthood—Christ Coming in this Generation—Great Changes and Judgments Approaching—Exhortation to Righteousness.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 121–127.

Discourse by Elder Wilford Woodruff, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, June 6, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Pratt, Orson. “The Power of God to Communicate Intelligence—Difference in Capacity Between the Mortal and the Immortal—The Future of Man, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 256–263.

Discourse by Elder Orson Pratt, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, June 13, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Pratt, Orson. “The Gathering of the Saints—Their Sufferings—Ancient Predictions Fulfilled—Crickets and Their Miraculous Destruction—Crops Saved—Desert Made Fruitful—God’s Kingdom in the Mountains—Its Future Destiny—The Coming of the Lord.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 272–280.

Discourse by Elder Orson Pratt, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, June 20, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Reynolds, George. “The Lamanites (A Book of Mormon Sketch).” The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star 42, no. 25-30 (21 June-26 July 1880): 385-88, 401-4, 417-20, 433-36, 449-52, 465-67.

Sketches out the character of the Lamanites. Also writes concerning Sariah, Lehi’s wife.

Cannon, George Q. “The Originators of Reports Against the Saints—Feelings of the People in the East, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 53–58.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, June 27, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “Opinions of the World, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 50–52.

Remarks by President John Taylor, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon June 27, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Chandler, F. F. “Reading the Bible.” Contributor 1, July 1880, 225–27.

Reasons why the Bible should be read by the youth of the Church

Woodruff, Wilford. “Duties and Responsibilities of the Priesthood and Saints Generally—Zion Shall not Be Overcome—The Wicked Shall Slay the Wicked—The End Near.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 189–196.

Discourse by Elder Wilford Woodruff, delivered in the Salt Lake Assembly Hall, at the Semi-Annual Conference, of the Salt Lake Stake of Zion, Saturday Afternoon, July 3, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Woodruff, Wilford. “Responsibilities of the Priesthood—Exhortation to Faithfulness, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 281–286.

Discourse by Elder Wilford Woodruff, delivered in the Salt Lake Assembly Hall, at the Priesthood Meeting, Sunday Evening, July 4, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Pratt, Orson. “Visions of Moses—Rebellion in Heaven—Satan Cast Down—Our First Parents Fell—Before the Fall They Were Immortal—After the Fall, Mortal—The Command to Multiply Was Given to Two Immortal Beings—This Command More Fully to Be Carried Into Effect, After the Resurrection, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 286–296.

Discourse by Elder Orson Pratt, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, July 18, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “The Priesthood, Its Organization, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 193–204.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in The Tabernacle, Ogden City, Sunday Morning, July 18, 1880. Reported By: James Taylor.

Cannon, George Q. “Office of the Holy Spirit—Equality Produced By the Gospel—The Evil of Class Distinctions—Danger of Worldly-Mindedness—Riches Alone not Productive of True Happiness—A Contrite Heart Necessary—Should Be An Increase of Spiritual Gifts—Word of Wisdom—The Return to Jackson County.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 98–109.

Discourse by Apostle George Q. Cannon, delivered in the 14th Ward Meetinghouse, Sunday Evening, July 25, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Dickinson, Ellen E. “The Book of Mormon.” Scribner’s Monthly 20 (August 1880): 614-16.

Dickinson, the great-niece of Solomon Spaulding, reports an interview she conducted with Matilda Spaulding McKinstry, daughter of Solomon Spaulding. Gives basic facts about Spaulding’s Manuscript Found. Spaulding was the first to discover the Ohio mound-builder’s Israelite descent. His manuscript contained the names Mormon, Maroni, Lamenite, and Nephi and was taken to Patterson, a publisher in Pittsburg, with whom Sidney Rigdon spent time. In 1834 a man named Hurlburt asked for the manuscript for the purpose of making a comparison and the manuscript was lost.

Mather, Frederic G. “The Early Days of Mormonism.” Lippincott’s Magazine 26 (August 1880): 196-211.

A tendentious and sardonic but highly imaginative recounting of Joseph Smith’s life, including the events leading to the coming forth and publishing of the Book of Mormon. Entertaining mixture of fiction with fact.

Pratt, Orson. “Introductory Remarks—Heaven and Earth to Pass Away—Not Annihilated—Heaven and Earth not Created From Nothing—Materials Eternal—Materials Under the Dominion of Laws—Central and Orbital Forces—Compound and Elementary Substances—Earth in the Beginning—No Mortality, Then Known, on this Creation—The Fall—The Earth’s Baptism in Water—Its Baptism in Fire—Its Baptism By the Spirit—Its Justification—Its Sanctification—Its Purification—Its Thousand Years’ Rest, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 319–331.

Discourse by Elder Orson Pratt, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Morning, August 1, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Snow, Erastus. “His Late Travels Through the South, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 109–120.

Discourse by Elder Erastus Snow, delivered at Paris, Bear Lake, Saturday Afternoon, August 7, 1880. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Woodruff, Wilford. “Revelation, Prophesying, Predictions of the Servants of God, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 296–302.

Discourse by Elder Wilford Woodruff, delivered in the Tabernacle, at Logan, Sunday Morning, August 1, 1880. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Penrose, Charles W. “The Inspiration of the Lord’s Servants—Revelation—The Resurrection, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 220–232.

Discourse by Elder Charles W. Penrose, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, August 8, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Pratt, Orson. “Man to Be Judged By Law—A Law Given to All Things—The Law of Gravitation—How It Varies By Distance—Law of Projection—Law of Elliptic Forms, Having the Same Length of Year—Law of Orbital Velocity—Its Variations Depending on Distance—Wise Adaptation—Intelligent Selections of Law—Laws of Nature Counteracted.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 232–240.

Discourse by Elder Orson Pratt, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, August 8, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “The Order and Duties of the Priesthood, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 358–372.

Discourse by President John Taylor and Elder Erastus Snow, delivered at Paris, Bear Lake, Sunday Morning, August 8, 1880. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Reynolds, George. “Language of the Nephites.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 16 (1880): 191-192.

Compares two views concerning the language of the Nephites: (1) people wrote and spoke Egyptian; or (2) they wrote Hebrew words in Egyptian characters. Sees Hebrew roots in the following Book of Mormon words: Ziff, Rameumpton, Sheum, Gazelem, and Rabbanah.

Keywords: Gazelem, Language, Language - Hebrew, Language - Reformed Egyptian, Nephite, Rabbanah, Rameumptom, Sheum, Writing, Ziff
Reynolds, George. “Language of the Nephites.” Juvenile Instructor 15 (15 August 1880): 191-92.

Compares two views concerning the language of the Nephites: (1) people wrote and spoke Egyptian; or (2) they wrote Hebrew words in Egyptian characters. Sees Hebrew roots in the following Book of Mormon words: Ziff, Rameumpton, Sheum, Gazelem, and Rabbanah.

Naisbitt, Henry W. “The Increase and Future of the Saints—True Education, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 331–339.

Discourse by Elder Henry W. Naisbitt, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, August 29, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Pratt, Orson. “The Preaching of the Gospel in the Latter Days—Signs Promised to Follow Believers As Anciently—The Gospel in Force Upon All the World—Sincerity No Excuse for Willful Disobedience—A Positive Personal Testimony Attainable Through Obedience—Unauthorized Administrations Unrecognized of God—New Revelation Essential and Desirable—True and False Charity.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 162–168.

Discourse by Elder Orson Pratt, delivered at the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, September 6, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Reynolds, George. “Nephite Proper Names.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 18 (1880): 207-208.

Lists Book of Mormon proper names that may or may not be found in the Bible, including Sariah, Nephi, Melek (or Mulek), Gershon, and Isabel. Looks for Hebrew or Egyptian roots.

Keywords: Isabel, Jershon (Land of), Melek, Mulek, Name, Nephi (Son of Lehi), Onomastics, Sariah
Reynolds, George. “Nephite Proper Names.” Juvenile Instructor 15 (15 September 1880): 207-8.

Lists Book of Mormon proper names that may or may not be found in the Bible, including Sariah, Nephi, Melek (or Mulek), Gershon, and Isabel. Looks for Hebrew or Egyptian roots.

Pratt, Orson. “A Double Birthday—The Authority of the Priesthood, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 303–316.

Discourse by Elder Orson Pratt and Elder Wilford Woodruff, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, Sept. 19, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Ferguson, George C. “Book of Mormon and Napoleon III.” The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star 42, no. 40 (1880): 636-639.

John Taylor, Curtis E. Bolton, and John Pack presented a French edition of the Book of Mormon to Emperor Napoleon, who suffered great losses by ignoring the sacred record.

Keywords: Kingship, Missionary Work, Nineteenth-Century American History, Nineteenth-Century World History, Prophecy, Prophet
Pratt, Orson. “The Divine Authority of the Holy Priesthood, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 27–38.

Discourse by Elder Orson Pratt, delivered at the General Conference, Salt Lake City, Sunday Morning, Oct. 10, 1880. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Taylor, John H. “The Organization of the First Presidency, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 38–41.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the General Conference, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, Oct. 10, 1880. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Woodruff, Wilford. “Organization of the First Presidency—Responsibility of the Saints, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 316–319.

Discourse by Elder Wilford Woodruff, delivered at the General Conference, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, Oct. 10, 1880. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Cannon, George Q. “Difference Between the True Church of Christ and the Churches of the World—The Love and Union Begotten By the Holy Spirit—The Glory of the Latter-day Work Belongs to God Alone—Greatness of Celestial Glory—Saints Proved By Trial—Celestial Marriage—Complete Submission to God’s Will Necessary—Building of Temples—Salvation of the Dead.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 120–132.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered at Tooele City, on Sunday, October 31, 1880. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Reynolds, George. “The Moneys of the Nephites.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 21 (1880): 249-250.

Lays out the monetary measurement of the Nephites as codified by Mosiah. The coins are named after people or places. Barley seems to have been the standard of measurement, just as was the case from the races from which the English people sprang.

Keywords: Barley, Coinage, Economics, King Mosiah, Weights and Measures
Reynolds, George. “The Moneys of the Nephites.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 21 (1880): 249-250.

Lays out the monetary measurement of the Nephites as codified by Mosiah. The coins are named after people or places. Barley seems to have been the standard of measurement, just as was the case from the races from which the English people sprang.

Keywords: Barley, Coinage, Economics, King Mosiah, Weights and Measures
Reynolds, George. “The Moneys of the Nephites.” Juvenile Instructor 15 (1 November 1880): 249-50.

Lays out the monetary measurement of the Nephites as codified by Mosiah. The coins are named after people or places. Barley seems to have been the standard of measurement, just as was the case from the races from which the English people sprang.

Cannon, George Q. “How the Gospel is Preached By the Elders—Value of the Training They Receive—Historical Compilation of Experiences of the Elders Would Be Interesting—Prospects of the Rising Generation—Faith of the Ancients Restored—Fulfillment of the Destiny of the Church Cannot Be Hindered—The Saints Purified By Trial.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 133–141.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered at the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, November 14, 1880. Reported By: John Irvine.

Reynolds, George. “The Lands of the Nephites.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 22 (1880): 261.

A series of essays on Book of Mormon geography. To the earlier Nephites “the whole of North America was known as the land of Mulek, and South America as the land of Lehi.” From the period of Mosiah until Christ South America was “divided into two grand divisions”: Zarahemla and the land of Nephi.

Keywords: Book of Mormon Geography, Land of Lehi, Land of Mulek, Land of Nephi, Land of Zarahemla
Reynolds, George. “The Lands of the Nephites.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 22 (1880): 261.

A series of essays on Book of Mormon geography. To the earlier Nephites “the whole of North America was known as the land of Mulek, and South America as the land of Lehi.” From the period of Mosiah until Christ South America was “divided into two grand divisions”: Zarahemla and the land of Nephi.

Keywords: Book of Mormon Geography, Land of Lehi, Land of Mulek, Land of Nephi, Land of Zarahemla
Reynolds, George. “The Land of the Nephites.” Juvenile Instructor 15-16 (15 November; 1, 15 December 1880; 1, 15 January; 1 February 1881): 261, 274-75, 286, 7-8, 22-23, 26-27.

A series of essays on Book of Mormon geography. To the earlier Nephites “the whole of North America was known as the land of Mulek, and South America as the land of Lehi” From the period of Mosiah until Christ South America was “divided into two grand divisions”

Reynolds, George. “The Lands of the Nephites: The Land of Nephi.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 23 (1880): 274-275.

A series of essays on Book of Mormon geography. To the earlier Nephites “the whole of North America was known as the land of Mulek, and South America as the land of Lehi.” From the period of Mosiah until Christ South America was “divided into two grand divisions”: Zarahemla and the land of Nephi.

Keywords: Book of Mormon Geography, Book of Mormon Geography - Hemispheric, Land of Nephi
Reynolds, George. “The Lands of the Nephites: The Land of Nephi.” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 23 (1880): 274-275.

A series of essays on Book of Mormon geography. To the earlier Nephites “the whole of North America was known as the land of Mulek, and South America as the land of Lehi.” From the period of Mosiah until Christ South America was “divided into two grand divisions”: Zarahemla and the land of Nephi.

Keywords: Book of Mormon Geography, Book of Mormon Geography - Hemispheric, Land of Nephi
Reynolds, George. “The Lands of the Nephites: The Land of Nephi (Continued).” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 24 (1880): 286.

A series of essays on Book of Mormon geography. To the earlier Nephites “the whole of North America was known as the land of Mulek, and South America as the land of Lehi.” From the period of Mosiah until Christ South America was “divided into two grand divisions”: Zarahemla and the land of Nephi.

Keywords: Book of Mormon Geography, Book of Mormon Geography - Hemispheric, Land of Nephi
Reynolds, George. “The Lands of the Nephites: The Land of Nephi (Continued).” Juvenile Instructor 15, no. 24 (1880): 286.

A series of essays on Book of Mormon geography. To the earlier Nephites “the whole of North America was known as the land of Mulek, and South America as the land of Lehi.” From the period of Mosiah until Christ South America was “divided into two grand divisions”: Zarahemla and the land of Nephi.

Keywords: Book of Mormon Geography, Book of Mormon Geography - Hemispheric, Land of Nephi
1881
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Great Britain. The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star: Vol. 43, 1881. 52 issues. Manchester; Liverpool: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Great Britain, 1881.
Ells, Josiah. “Prophetic Truth Con rmed in the Appearing of the Book of Mormon.” Pittsburgh: n.p., 1881.

A dialogue between one who believes and one who does not believe in the Book of Mormon. The author quotes biblical prophecies dealing with the Book of Mormon, and discusses the Kinderhook plates and the Anthon transcript.

Reynolds, George. “The Lands of the Nephites: Nephi Under the Lamanites.” Juvenile Instructor 16, no. 1 (1881): 7-8.

A series of essays on Book of Mormon geography. To the earlier Nephites “the whole of North America was known as the land of Mulek, and South America as the land of Lehi.” From the period of Mosiah until Christ South America was “divided into two grand divisions”: Zarahemla and the land of Nephi.

Keywords: Book of Mormon Geography, Lamanite, Land of Nephi
Reynolds, George. “The Lands of the Nephites: Nephi Under the Lamanites.” Juvenile Instructor 16, no. 1 (1881): 7-8.

A series of essays on Book of Mormon geography. To the earlier Nephites “the whole of North America was known as the land of Mulek, and South America as the land of Lehi.” From the period of Mosiah until Christ South America was “divided into two grand divisions”: Zarahemla and the land of Nephi.

Keywords: Book of Mormon Geography, Lamanite, Land of Nephi
Watt, George D. Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. Volume 21 of Journal of Discourses, Reported by George F. Gibbs, John Irvine, and Others. Liverpool: Albert Carrington, 1881.

Original title: Journal of Discourses by President John Taylor, His Counsellors, the Twelve Apostles, and Others, Vol 21

Penrose, Charles W. “The Gospel—A Practical and Comprehensive Religion, and the Means of Eternal Exaltation.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 351–357.

Discourse by Elder Charles W. Penrose, delivered in the Salt Lake Assembly Hall, Sunday Afternoon, January 2, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “The Eternities Before the Saints—The Sublimity of the Gospel, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 21. 1881, 340–350.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Sunday Afternoon, Jan. 2, 1881. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Taylor, John H. “Tithing and Other Matters—Correct Views Necessary.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 5–16.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, January 9, 1881. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Woodruff, Wilford. “The Responsibility to Preach the Gospel, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 204–210.

Discourse by President Wilford Woodruff, delivered in the Salt Lake Assembly Hall, at the Half Yearly Conference, of the Salt Lake Stake of Zion, Sunday Afternoon, Jan. 9, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Reynolds, George. “The Lands of the Nephites: Land of Zarahemla.” Juvenile Instructor 16, no. 2 (1881): 22-23.

A series of essays on Book of Mormon geography. To the earlier Nephites “the whole of North America was known as the land of Mulek, and South America as the land of Lehi.” From the period of Mosiah until Christ South America was “divided into two grand divisions”: Zarahemla and the land of Nephi.

Keywords: Book of Mormon Geography, Land of Zarahemla, Zarahemla (Polity)
Reynolds, George. “The Lands of the Nephites: Land of Zarahemla.” Juvenile Instructor 16, no. 2 (1881): 22-23.

A series of essays on Book of Mormon geography. To the earlier Nephites “the whole of North America was known as the land of Mulek, and South America as the land of Lehi.” From the period of Mosiah until Christ South America was “divided into two grand divisions”: Zarahemla and the land of Nephi.

Keywords: Book of Mormon Geography, Land of Zarahemla, Zarahemla (Polity)
Bywater, George G. “The Peculiarities of the People of Utah, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 59–67.

Discourse by Elder George G. Bywater, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, Jan. 30, 1881. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Penrose, Charles W. “The Spirit of Revelation and Its Operations.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 68–74.

Discourse by Elder Charles W. Penrose, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, Jan. 30, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Reynolds, George. “The Nephites under the Judges.” The Contributor 2, no. 5 (1881): 139-142.

Reynolds provides a chronological overview of the Nephite Chief Judges, as well as the historians who had custody of the plates. He then begins a summary of Nephite history during this time, beginning with the preaching of Nehor and ending with the rebellion of Amlici.

Keywords: Amlici, Chief Judge, Nehor, Reign of the Judges
Reynolds, George. “The Lands of the Nephites: Land of Zarahemla (Concluded).” Juvenile Instructor 16, no. 3 (1881): 26-27.

A series of essays on Book of Mormon geography. To the earlier Nephites “the whole of North America was known as the land of Mulek, and South America as the land of Lehi.” From the period of Mosiah until Christ South America was “divided into two grand divisions”: Zarahemla and the land of Nephi.

Keywords: Book of Mormon Geography, Land of Zarahemla, Zarahemla (Polity)
Reynolds, George. “The Lands of the Nephites: Land of Zarahemla (Concluded).” Juvenile Instructor 16, no. 3 (1881): 26-27.

A series of essays on Book of Mormon geography. To the earlier Nephites “the whole of North America was known as the land of Mulek, and South America as the land of Lehi.” From the period of Mosiah until Christ South America was “divided into two grand divisions”: Zarahemla and the land of Nephi.

Keywords: Book of Mormon Geography, Land of Zarahemla, Zarahemla (Polity)
Reynolds, George. “The Nephites under the Judges.” The Contributor 2, no. 5 (1881): 139-142.

Reynolds provides a chronological overview of the Nephite Chief Judges, as well as the historians who had custody of the plates. He then begins a summary of Nephite history during this time, beginning with the preaching of Nehor and ending with the rebellion of Amlici.

Keywords: Amlici, Chief Judge, Nehor, Reign of the Judges
Reynolds, George. “The Nephites under the Judges.” Contributor 2 (February—May, 1881): 139-42, 171-74, 205- 8, 235-38.

Four-part series. For 120 years following the death of King Mosiah, the Nephites were under the rule of the Judges. Their rule was not always peaceful nor their government stable. There were internal as well as external enemies. Priestcrafts and corruption were introduced by Nehor, Amlici, Korihor, and others. The decline in Nephite morality led to the existence of the Gadianton robbers. Samuel the Lamanite preached repentance but few received his words.

Nicholson, John. “The Church of Christ Organized Anciently on this Continent—Prophecy Fulfilled and Fulfilling—Preparatory Work for the Gathering of All Israel Commenced—Present Condition of the Nations Foretold—Exhortation to Righteousness and the Avoidance of Hypocrisy and Idolatry.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 17–27.

Discourse by Elder John Nicholson, delivered in the Salt Lake Assembly Hall, Sunday Afternoon, February 6, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Smith, Joseph Fielding. “The Persecutions of the Ancient Saints—The Organization of the Church in Our Day—Necessity of Obedience to the Laws of the Gospel, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 42–50.

Discourse by President Joseph F. Smith, delivered at Logan, Feb. 6, 1881 Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Naisbitt, Henry W. “The Advancement of God’s People Under the Influences of the Gospel, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 74–82.

Discourse by Elder Henry W. Naisbitt, delivered in the Assembly Hall Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, Feb. 20, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Reynolds, George. “The Nephites under the Judges, II.” The Contributor 2, no. 6 (1881): 171-174.

Reynolds continues his summary of Nephite history under the reign of the Judges. He discusses the wickedness of the city of Ammonihah under the influence of Nehor’s philosophy, as well as the short-lived career of Korihor. The long war caused by Amalickiah and his brother Ammoron is discussed, as well as the remarkable Nephites who rose up to combat their wickedness. The quick downfall in public virtue among the Nephites, leading to the rise of bands of the Gadianton Robbers, concludes the article.

Keywords: Amalickiah, Ammonihah (City of), Ammoron, Gadianton Robbers, Reign of the Judges
Reynolds, George. “The Nephites under the Judges, II.” The Contributor 2, no. 6 (1881): 171-174.

Reynolds continues his summary of Nephite history under the reign of the Judges. He discusses the wickedness of the city of Ammonihah under the influence of Nehor’s philosophy, as well as the short-lived career of Korihor. The long war caused by Amalickiah and his brother Ammoron is discussed, as well as the remarkable Nephites who rose up to combat their wickedness. The quick downfall in public virtue among the Nephites, leading to the rise of bands of the Gadianton Robbers, concludes the article.

Keywords: Amalickiah, Ammonihah (City of), Ammoron, Gadianton Robbers, Reign of the Judges
G. “Old Bottles and Elephants.” Juvenile Instructor 16, no. 7 (1881): 82.

Discusses earthenware manufacture in antiquity. Points out that some bottles and pottery vessels dug up on the American continent resemble elephants. Also mentions that the discovery of elephant bones in the United States tend to prove the truth of the Jaredite record.

Keywords: Ancient America, Archaeology, Elephants, Jaredite
G. “Old Bottles and Elephants.” Juvenile Instructor 16, no. 7 (1881): 82.

Discusses earthenware manufacture in antiquity. Points out that some bottles and pottery vessels dug up on the American continent resemble elephants. Also mentions that the discovery of elephant bones in the United States tend to prove the truth of the Jaredite record.

Keywords: Ancient America, Archaeology, Elephants, Jaredite
G. “Old Bottles and Elephants.” Juvenile Instructor 16 (1 April 1881): 82.

Discusses earthenware manufacture in antiquity. Points out that some bottles and pottery vessels dug up on the American continent resemble elephants. Also mentions that the discovery of elephant bones in the United States tend to prove the truth of the Jaredite record.

McNiece, Robert G. “Mormonism.” The Presbyterian Review 2 (April 1881): 331-48.

A polemical article against Mormonism that appeals to the Spaulding theory for an explanation of the Book of Mormon’s origin.

Reynolds, George. “The Nephites under the Judges, III.” The Contributor 2, no. 7 (1881): 205-208.

Reynolds discusses the origins of the Nephite Gadianton band in the failed rebellion of Paanchi. Their crimes and violence over the years are discussed, as is the countering ministry of Nephi and Lehi, the sons of Helaman, in bringing thousands of Nephites and Lamanites to a knowledge of the gospel and an understanding of their duties. Wars between the Gadianton Robbers and the armies of the Nephites and Lamanites are mentioned, leading into the prophecies of the impending birth of the Savior, delivered by Samuel the Lamanite from upon the walls of the city of Zarahemla.

Keywords: Gadianton Robbers, Lehi (Son of Helaman), Nephi (Son of Helaman), Reign of the Judges, Samuel the Lamanite
Reynolds, George. “The Nephites under the Judges, III.” The Contributor 2, no. 7 (1881): 205-208.

Reynolds discusses the origins of the Nephite Gadianton band in the failed rebellion of Paanchi. Their crimes and violence over the years are discussed, as is the countering ministry of Nephi and Lehi, the sons of Helaman, in bringing thousands of Nephites and Lamanites to a knowledge of the gospel and an understanding of their duties. Wars between the Gadianton Robbers and the armies of the Nephites and Lamanites are mentioned, leading into the prophecies of the impending birth of the Savior, delivered by Samuel the Lamanite from upon the walls of the city of Zarahemla.

Keywords: Gadianton Robbers, Lehi (Son of Helaman), Nephi (Son of Helaman), Reign of the Judges, Samuel the Lamanite
S. “Origin of the Indians.” Juvenile Instructor 16 (1 April 1881): 81-82.

Gives seventeen reasons listed by Lord Kingsborough why the Indians are Israelites.

Cannon, George Q. “Modern Fulfillment of Ancient Prophecy—Rise of Joseph the Prophet—Organization of the Church of Christ—Persecutions of the Saints—Their Undying Faith in God—The World Proving Joseph Smith a Prophet—Satan Busily at Work—The Gospel of Liberty and Humanity.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 114–123.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered at the General Conference, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, April 3, 1881. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Woodruff, Wilford. “The Saints Have Cause to Rejoice—Their Labors and Future.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 144–149.

Discourse by Elder Wilford Woodruff, delivered at the General Conference, Sunday Morning, April 3, 1881. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Snow, Erastus. “The Gospel—The ‘Perfect Law of Liberty,’ Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 149–154.

Discourse by Elder Erastus Snow, delivered at the General Conference, Monday Afternoon, April 4, 1881. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Cannon, George Q. “Education—Its Advantages Among the Saints, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 273–278.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered at the General Conference, Tuesday Morning, April 5, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “Revelation—The Privileges of the Saints, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 236–245.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, April 24, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “Editorial Thoughts.” Juvenile Instructor 16, no. 9 (1881): 102.

Civilized manners were not taught to the Lamanites by Laman and Lemuel, and the Lamanites existed in a degenerate condition. On the other hand, due to the instructions of Nephi, the Nephites existed in a more civilized condition.

Keywords: Laman (Son of Lehi), Lamanite, Lemuel (Son of Lehi), Nephi (Son of Lehi), Nephite
Cannon, George Q. “Editorial Thoughts.” Juvenile Instructor 16, no. 9 (1881): 102.

Civilized manners were not taught to the Lamanites by Laman and Lemuel, and the Lamanites existed in a degenerate condition. On the other hand, due to the instructions of Nephi, the Nephites existed in a more civilized condition.

Keywords: Laman (Son of Lehi), Lamanite, Lemuel (Son of Lehi), Nephi (Son of Lehi), Nephite
Cannon, George Q. “Editorial Thoughts.” Juvenile Instructor 16 (1 May 1881): 102.

Civilized manners were not taught to the Lamanaites by Laman and Lemuel, and the Lamanites existed in a degenerate condition. On the other hand, due to the instructions of Nephi, the Nephites existed in a more civilized condition.

Reynolds, George. “The Nephites under the Judges, IV.” The Contributor 2, no. 8 (1881): 235-238.

Reynolds discusses how the Nephites and Lamanites were able to outlast and overcome the armies of the Gadianton Robbers. Although peace reigned for a time, the government eventually collapsed under the actions of traitors and apostates who sought power, and the people reverted to tribal orders for protection. Among these, one Jacob – who styled himself a king and founded the city of Jacobugath – receives prominent mention. With this collapse, as detailed by Reynolds, the reign of the judges ended.

Keywords: Gadianton Robbers, Jacob (Apostate Nephite), Reign of the Judges
Reynolds, George. “The Nephites under the Judges, IV.” The Contributor 2, no. 8 (1881): 235-238.

Reynolds discusses how the Nephites and Lamanites were able to outlast and overcome the armies of the Gadianton Robbers. Although peace reigned for a time, the government eventually collapsed under the actions of traitors and apostates who sought power, and the people reverted to tribal orders for protection. Among these, one Jacob – who styled himself a king and founded the city of Jacobugath – receives prominent mention. With this collapse, as detailed by Reynolds, the reign of the judges ended.

Keywords: Gadianton Robbers, Jacob (Apostate Nephite), Reign of the Judges
Cannon, George Q. “The Blessings Enjoyed Through Possessing the Ancient Records, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 260–269.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, May 8, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “The Gospel Glad Tidings Unto All Those Who Will Receive It—The Free Agency of Man—Truth not Always Popular—God Has His Own Way of Introducing Truth.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 369–374.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, May 15, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Naisbitt, Henry W. “The Preaching and Practice of the Gospel—Visitations of Angels, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 375–376.

Discourse by Elder Henry W. Naisbitt, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, May 15, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Naisbitt, Henry W. “The Preaching and Practice of the Gospel—Visitations of Angels, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 1–7.

Discourse by Elder Henry W. Naisbitt, Continued from Page 376, Journal of Discourses, Vol. XXII, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, May 15, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Kelley, William H. “The Hill Cumorah, and the Book of Mormon.” Saints’ Herald 28 (1 June 1881): 161-69.

A report of two brothers’ visit to Palmyra and Manchester, New York. After conducting interviews with several aged residents regarding the Joseph Smith family and the Book of Mormon, new information regarding the Smiths and the original manuscript of the Book of Mormon is produced.

Whitmer, David, Sr. “David Whitmer, Sr.: Tested and Sustained.” Saints’ Herald 28 (1 June 1881): 168.

Refutes a statement by John Murphy that the author denied his testimony as one of the Three Witnesses of the Book of Mormon.

Unattributed. “Mormonism: Authentic Account of the Origin of this Sect from one of the Patriarchs.” Kansas City Journal (5 June 1881).

Gives the testimony of David Whitmer, the manner of translation, and an account of the loss of the 116 pages of Book of Mormon manuscript—the Book of Lehi. Also an account of the events surrounding the Three Witnesses seeing the plates, as well as the eight who saw them later.

Thatcher, Moses. “Divine Origin of the Book of Mormon.” The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star 43, no. 23-26 (6, 13, 27 June 1881): 353-56, 369-72, 385-87, 401-2.

Presents historical evidences to prove the divine authenticity of the Book of Mormon. He quotes from the Popol Vuh to show that the Quiche’s creation account is similar to that of the Bible; he also refers to Ixtlelxochitl to argue that the accounts of the flood are similar.

Unattributed. “Mormonism: Authentic Account of the Origin of this Sect from one of the Patriarchs.” Harper’s Weekly (11 June 1881). Reprint from Kansas City Journal (5 June 1881).

Gives the testimony of David Whitmer, the manner of translation, and an account of the loss of the 116 pages of Book of Mormon manuscript—the Book of Lehi. Also an account of the events surrounding the Three Witnesses seeing the plates, as well as the eight who saw them later.

Cannon, George Q. “The Remarks of Brother Woodruff—The Prophets and Servants of God Rejected in Nearly All Ages, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 177–183.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, June 12, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Woodruff, Wilford. “The Object of Assembling Together—The Sacrament, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 169–176.

Discourse by Elder Wilford Woodruff, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, June 12, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Woodruff, Wilford. “The Work of the Saints in this Generation, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 232–236.

Remarks by President Wilford Woodruff, delivered at Bountiful, June 26, 1881. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Nicholson, John. “The Church Governed By Law, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 183–192.

Discourse by Elder John Nicholson, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, June 26, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “The Worship of God, the Sacredness of the Sabbath, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 226–231.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered at Bountiful, Sunday, A. M., June 26, 1881. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Cannon, George Q. “Reports Concerning the Saints, Their Prosperity the Result of Prayer and Faithfulness, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 286–290.

Remarks by President George Q. Cannon, delivered at Hooperville, Monday, June 27, 1881. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Taylor, John H. “The Privileges of the Saints, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 217–223.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered at Hooperville, Monday, June 27, 1881. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Cannon, George Q. “The Present Condition of the Saints—Their Past Trials—The Attempted Assassination of President Garfield, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 133–139.

Remarks by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, July 3, 1881. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Taylor, John H. “The Saints’ Mission is One of Peace—Sympathy for General Garfield, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 139–144.

Remarks by President John Taylor, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, July 3, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Penrose, Charles W. “Divisions of Modern Christendom—Effects of Sectarian Proselytism, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 155–168.

Discourse by Elder Charles W. Penrose, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, July 17, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “The Gathering—Miracles not Designed to Convert the World, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 357–368.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, July 24, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Penrose, Charles W. “The Testimony of the Gospel, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 211–217.

Discourse by Elder Charles W. Penrose, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, Aug. 14, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “The Abundant Testimonies to the Work of God, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 252–259.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, September 18, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “Duties of the Saints—The Atonement, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 297–312.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered at Provo, Sunday Afternoon, August 28, 1881. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Harris, Llewellyn. “Apache Indians.” Juvenile Instructor 16 (15 September 1881): 209.

In the traditions of the Apache all the Indian tribes long ago combined against a white group and exterminated almost all of them. Due to this great sin the Great Spirit allowed the Spaniards to drive them from their homes. A good book once held by their ancestors was lost long ago.

Pratt, Orson. “The Great Principles of Salvation, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 223–226.

Last Discourse of Apostle Orson Pratt, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, September 18, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Dickinson, Ellen E. “Communications: The Book of Mormon.” Scribner’s Monthly 22 (October 1881): 946-48.

This letter to the editor states that Hurlburt had searched out Mrs. Davidson, widow of Rev. Spaulding. The Manuscript Found was reported to be the basis of the Book of Mormon, but upon examination was found to be “nothing of the kind” Includes several affidavits by friends and neighbors of Rev. Spaulding that assure that the Book of Mormon is similar to the Spaulding manuscript.

Lyman, Francis M. “The Character of God’s Work—True Riches—Our Responsibilities, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 245–251.

Discourse by Apostle Francis M. Lyman, delivered at the General Conference, Friday Morning, October 7, 1881. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Smith, John H. “The Calling of Missionaries—The Proper Training of the Young, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 269–272.

Remarks by Apostle John H. Smith, delivered at the General Conference, in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Saturday Morning, October 8, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Woodruff, Wilford. “The Channels of Communication From God to Man—Dreams, Visions, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 330–335.

Discourse by President Wilford Woodruff, delivered at the General Conference, in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Saturday, A. M., Oct. 8, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “The Saints a Peculiar People—Their Religion Practical—Sustaining Each Other—Honesty in Trade—The Blessing of God on the Faithful, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 321–330.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered at the General Conference, in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Morning, Oct. 9, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “The Priesthood—God’s Love for the Human Family, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 290–297.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered at the General Conference, in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, Oct. 9, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “The Building Up of Zion—Gratitude to God, Enduring Trial, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 312–321.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered at Box Elder County, Wednesday, Oct. 19, 1881. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Taylor, John H. “The Work of God Only Partially Understood—Manifestation of the Father and Son to the Prophet Joseph—The Priesthood Conferred Upon Him—Kirtland Temple, and the Ministrations of Moses and Elijah—Benefits and Uses of Temples—Public and Private Improvements Advocated—Children Should Be Properly Taught—Wives Should Be Kindly Treated—Exhortations to Virtue and Purity.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 105–113.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered at Malad, Oneida County, Idaho, Wednesday Morning, October 20, 1881. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Woodruff, Wilford. “Liberty of Conscience—The Unrighteousness of Religious Persecution—Eternal Truths Revealed—Indestructibility of the Principles of the Gospel, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 341–347.

Discourse by President Wilford Woodruff, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, October 23, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “The Saints to Be a Peculiar People, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 278–285.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered at Meadow Creek, Millard County, October 31, 1881. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Taylor, John H. “The Settling of Southern Utah—Building of the Temple, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 11–20.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the St. George Tabernacle, Wednesday Evening, Nov. 9, 1881. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Cannon, George Q. “Peace and Prosperity of the Saints—Growing Importance of the Church From Its Organization—The Work of God and Not of Man—God’s Blessing Upon the Righteous; His Curse Upon the Unrighteous—The Liberty of the Gospel—The Saints Preserved From War and Bloodshed—Their Union and Universal Goodwill.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 93–106.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, November 20, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Reynolds, George. “Objections to the Book of Mormon.” Contributor 3-4 (December 1881—February 1882, October 1882): 81-83, 105-8, 134-37, 4-6.

Discusses arguments against the Book of Mormon—objections are based on falsehoods, dishonesty, and insincerity.

Taylor, John H. “Travels of the First Presidency and the Twelve—Temporal and Spiritual Condition of the Saints—Their Educational Progress—Temple Building, Its Object—Organization of the Priesthood, Its Duties—The Gathering and General Duties of the Saints of God, Their Ultimate Destiny.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 20–27.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, December 11, 1881. Reported By: John Irvine.

Millennial Star. “David Whitmer and the Book of Mormon.” The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star 43, no. 50 (12 December 1881): 785-89.

An article reprinted from the Chicago Times, written after a reporter interviewed David Whitmer. David Whitmer confirms his testimony of the Book of Mormon and says that the Spaulding Theory is false. Sidney Rigdon did not know of the Book of Mormon until after it was published. Whitmer also showed the reporter the printer’s manuscript of the Book of Mormon.

Morgan, John. “The Southern States Mission—Faithfulness of Young Elders—Opposition to the Truth—Gradual Spread of the Gospel—Changes in Religious and Political Sentiment—Hard Times in the South—Vice and Degradation—The Colorado Settlements.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 38–47.

Discourse by Elder John Morgan, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, December 18, 1881. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

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Brain, Ed E. “The Bible.” Contributor 3 (Mar. 1882): 175–77.
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Great Britain. The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star: Vol. 44, 1882. 52 issues. Manchester; Liverpool: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Great Britain, 1882.
Patterson, Robert S. Who Wrote the Book of Mormon?. Philadelphia: Everts, 1882.

Spaulding is responsible for the authorship of the Book of Mormon as is clear from the affidavits of those who were familiar with his work and later read the Book of Mormon. The Book of Mormon must have come about through the agency of Rigdon who probably knew Spaulding.

Taylor, John H. “The Position of the Latter-Day Saints—Morality and Sobriety Required—Transgressors to Be Dealt With, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 335–341.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Jan. 1, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Watt, George D. Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. Volume 22 of Journal of Discourses, Reported by Geo. F. Gibbs, John Irvine, and Others. Liverpool: Albert Carrington, 1882.

Original title: Journal of Discourses by President John Taylor, His Counsellors, the Twelve Apostles, and Others, Vol 22

Smith, Joseph Fielding. “Funeral Discourse.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 350–353.

Discourse by President Joseph F. Smith, delivered in the 14th Ward Assembly Rooms, at the Funeral Services of Sister Elizabeth H. Cannon, on Sunday, Jan. 29, 1882. Reported By: Unknown.

Taylor, John H. “Funeral Discourse.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 353–357.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the 14th Ward Assembly Rooms, at the Funeral Services of Sister Elizabeth H. Cannon, on Sunday, Jan. 29, 1882. Reported By: Unknown.

Woodruff, Wilford. “Funeral Discourse.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 22. 1882, 347–350.

Discourse by President Wilford Woodruff, delivered in the 14th Ward Assembly Rooms, at the Funeral Services of Sister Elizabeth H. Cannon, on Sunday, Jan. 29, 1882. Reported By: Unknown.

Snow, Erastus. “The Indians—The Influence of the Elders Among Them in the Interest of Peace, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 7–10.

Discourse by Elder Erastus Snow, delivered at Logan, Sunday Afternoon, February 5, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Taylor, John H. “Hostility of the World to the Gospel—Rebellion of Lucifer in Heaven—Seth Given in Place of Abel—Wickedness of the Antediluvians—Enoch’s Zion—Necessity of Opposing Powers and Principles, that Men May Be Tested—Difference Between Bigamy and Plural Marriage—Our Marriage Covenants Are Eternal—Enmity of Religious Teachers—Our Children Should Be Correctly Taught.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 87–97.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, February 12, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Bond, Myron H. “The Book of Mormon.” Saints’ Herald 29 (15 February 1882): 49-51.

A testimonial to the truth of the Book of Mormon. The author briefly tells the story of the Jaredites, finds the Book of Mormon to be a fulfillment of the prophesy in Genesis 48:13-26, Psalm 85, and Ezekiel 37, and relates the story of the coming forth of the Book of Mormon.

Unattributed. “The Book of Mormon Again Sustained.” Deseret News 31 (22 February 1882): 70-71.

It has been claimed that the breastplate that Joseph Smith said accompanied the gold plates was unhistorical, but a recent book has reported a skeleton found wearing a breastplate of brass. Also found was a stone covered with hieroglyphs, which the author compares to the engraven stone interpreted by Mosiah.

Snow, Erastus. “The Marriage Question—Lawful Concubinage and Its Unlawful Counterfeit—Various Views Concerning the Union of the Sexes—Plural Marriage Among the Latter-day Saints—The Example and Character of Abraham—Exhortation to Justice and Equity—Christian Crimes in New England—Oppression With Its Real and Pretended Object—Fruits of ‘Mormonism’—Prisons and Penalties Powerless to Stop the Lord’s Work—The God-given Boon of Liberty to Man—The Final Triumph of His Cause.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 224–234.

Discourse by Apostle Erastus Snow, delivered in the Salt Lake Assembly Hall, Sunday Afternoon, February 26, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Taylor, John H. “The Dispensation of the Fulness of Times—Restoration of the Gospel—Duties of the Priesthood—The Future of Zion—Inconsistency of the Saints’ Persecutors—Incidents of Church History, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 28–38.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered at the Assembly Hall, on Sunday Afternoon, March 5, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Woodruff, Wilford. “Man’s Free Agency—The Gospel Restored—Opposition to God’s Work—Increase of Wickedness—The World Warned of Retribution—The Saints Exhorted to Righteousness.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 76–83.

Discourse by Apostle Wilford Woodruff, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, March 26, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Cannon, George Q. “Editorial Thoughts.” Juvenile Instructor 17, no. 7 (1882): 104.

All churches except the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are part of the great and abominable church that was prophesied by Nephi. They will fight against the true church and will fall into the pit that they prepared for the people of the Lord.

Keywords: Great and Abominable Church, Prophecy
Cannon, George Q. “Editorial Thoughts.” Juvenile Instructor 17, no. 7 (1882): 104.

All churches except the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are part of the great and abominable church that was prophesied by Nephi. They will fight against the true church and will fall into the pit that they prepared for the people of the Lord.

Keywords: Great and Abominable Church, Prophecy
Cannon, George Q. “Editorial Thoughts.” Juvenile Instructor 17 (1 April 1882): 104.

All churches except the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are part of the great and abominable church that was prophesied by Nephi. They will ight against the true church and will fall into the pit that they prepared for the people of the Lord.

Snow, Erastus. “The Last Dispensation—The Saints’ Religion Practical—Hostility to God’s Work—Divisions in Sectarian Churches—Unity of the Saints—Early History of Utah—‘Mormon’ Thrift and Enterprise—The One-Man Power—God’s People a Free People—Increase of Corruption—The Saints Hopeful.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 83–92.

Discourse by Apostle Erastus Snow, delivered at the General Conference, Salt Lake City, Friday Afternoon, April 7, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Snow, Lorenzo. “Ancient and Modern Israel Compared—God’s Work Progressive—His Overruling Providence.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 150–155.

Discourse by Apostle Lorenzo Snow, delivered at the General Conference, Friday, A. M., April 7, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Richards, Franklin D. “The Lord’s Work—Warfare not Required of the Saints—An Overruling Providence—Corruption and Perjury in High Places—Violation of the Constitution—False Accusations Against the Saints—Words of Comfort and Exhortation.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 106–114.

Discourse by Apostle Franklin D. Richards, delivered at the General Conference, Salt Lake City, Saturday Morning, April 8, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Thatcher, Moses. “The Mission of the Holy Ghost—Commissions of the Ancient and Modern Apostles—Unbelief, Division, Superstition and Fanaticism—Sincerity No Evidence of Truth, But Always Entitled to Respect—Marriage Commanded of God and Forbidden By Man—Moral Courage and Anti-‘Mormon’ Legislation—Righteous and Unrighteous Dominion—The Purity of the Elders of Israel—The Worship of Wealth and Its Poverty—Public opinion and Independence of Character—The Latter-Day Saints Never Destined to Be Slaves—Persecution and Its Consequences—Exhortation to Loyalty, Long-suffering, Kindness, Integrity and Righteousness.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 196–214.

Discourse by Apostle Moses Thatcher, delivered at the General Conference, Saturday, April 8, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Smith, Joseph Fielding. “The Laws of God and the Laws of the Land—The Saints An Obedient and Law-Abiding People—Their Persecutions Productive of Prosperity—Their Past and Prospective Experience and Eventual Triumph.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 69–76.

Discourse by President Joseph F. Smith, delivered at the General Conference, on Sunday, April 9, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Taylor, John H. “The Gospel’s Restoration—Its Priesthood and Principles—The Saints Misrepresented—The ‘Mormon’ War—Comparative Statistics—The Impending Judgments of God—Duties of the Saints—A Warning to Their Oppressors—The Wickedness of the World—Exhortation to Righteousness.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 47–68.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered at the General Conference, on Sunday Afternoon, April 9, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Snow, Erastus. “God’s Peculiar People Called a Kingdom of Priests—Their Ministry Thus Foreshadowed—The Melchizedek and Aaronic Priesthoods—Their Restoration in the Latter Days—The Preaching of the Gospel—Ephraim and Manasseh—The Lineage of the Prophet Joseph Smith—Predestination and Election—The Dispersion and Gathering of Israel—The Priesthood Endless, Administering in Time and Eternity—The Blindness of the Gentiles to the Things of God—The Results of Persecution—The Future of the Faithful.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 181–189.

Discourse by Apostle Erastus Snow, delivered at Logan, Saturday Afternoon, May 6, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Snow, Lorenzo. “The Establishment of Character—Traits that Are Admirable—How to Have Influence With Heaven—Why Men Should Do Right—The Cultivation of Spiritual Gifts—The Things of God Must Be Sought After—Fasting, Prayer, Devotion and Sacrifice.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 189–195.

Discourse by Apostle Lorenzo Snow, delivered at Logan, Sunday, May 6, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Woodruff, Wilford. “Liberty of Conscience—Man Accountable to God—The Fall of Adam and Eve Preordained—Redemption and Resurrection—The Gospel in Ancient and in Modern Times—Fulfillment of Prophecy—A Falsehood Refuted—Patriarchal Marriage—Its Purity and Its Eternal Purpose.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 124–133.

Discourse by Apostle Wilford Woodruff, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday, May 14, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Little, James A. “A Family Dialogue.” Juvenile Instructor 17, no. 10 (1882): 155.

Discusses fulfillment of prophecy given in 1 Nephi 13:14. Columbus and Indian oppression was foretold centuries ago, and prophecies yet remain to be fulfilled in the future.

Keywords: Ancient America, Mesoamerica, Prophecy, South America
Little, James A. “A Family Dialogue.” Juvenile Instructor 17, no. 10 (1882): 155.

Discusses fulfillment of prophecy given in 1 Nephi 13:14. Columbus and Indian oppression was foretold centuries ago, and prophecies yet remain to be fulfilled in the future.

Keywords: Ancient America, Mesoamerica, Prophecy, South America
Little, James A. “A Family Dialogue.” Juvenile Instructor 17 (15 May 1882): 155.

Discusses fulfillment of prophecy given in 1 Nephi 13:14. Columbus and Indian oppression was foretold centuries ago, and prophecies yet remain to be fulfilled in the future.

Bywater, George G. “Human Rights—Origin, Duty and Destiny of Man—Correct Knowledge Due to Divine Revelation—Truth Ever Absolute and Unwelcome to the World—God’s Authority Unrecognized—The World’s Present State and Future Prospects.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 142–149.

Discourse by Elder George G. Bywater, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, June 4, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Penrose, Charles W. “How to Find Out God—How Man May Know Himself—Necessity of Divine Revelation—How and By What Means Received—Testimony of the Latter-Day Saints—The Nature and Origin of Man—His Mortal Experience and Its Purpose—The Fate of the Wicked—The Lot of the Righteous—Eternal Life and How It May Be Attained.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 156–162.

Discourse by Elder Charles W. Penrose, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday, June 4, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Smith, Joseph Fielding. “Man a Mortal and An Immortal Being—Temporal and Spiritual Death—Redemption Through the Atonement and Gospel of Christ—Sons of Perdition—Man’s Pre-Existent, Disembodied and Resurrected States—Jesus Christ the Great Example—The Righteous to Be Conformed to His Image—His Similarity to the Father—His Mission not Completed at His Death—His Resurrection and the Redemption of Humanity.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 169–175.

Discourse by President Joseph F. Smith, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday, June 18, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Cannon, George Q. “Hostile Feeling Towards the Saints—Their Morality Compared With that of the World—Laxity of Laws and Immorality in Washington—Object of the Edmunds’ Bill—Cause of Former Hostility—Saints to Contend for Liberty—Rights of Congress—Other Things to Be Dreaded More Than Hostile Legislation—Effect of Such Legislation—Shame of Congressmen—Destiny of the Saints.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 38–50.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday, June 25, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Taylor, John H. “The Death of the Faithful No Cause for Mourning—The Perpetuity of the Priesthood—Probationary Ingress and Egress—All Knowledge Comes From God—Temple Building and Its Purposes—Exhortations to the Saints.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 175–180.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered at the Funeral Services of Bishop Reuben Miller, at Mill Creek, Monday, July 24, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Reynolds, George. “Internal Evidences of the Book of Mormon: Showing the Absurdity of the ‘Spaulding Story’” Juvenile Instructor 17, no. 15 (1882): 235-238.

Refutes the Spaulding manuscript as a basis for the creation of the Book of Mormon, pointing out wide differences between the two, including background, dates, characters, and content. Argues that if Joseph Smith were “too illiterate” to write the Book of Mormon, he was equally as incapable of changing the Spaulding manuscript into the Book of Mormon.

Keywords: Authorship, Evidence, Manuscript Found, Plagiarism, Smith, Joseph, Jr., Spaulding, Solomon
Reynolds, George. “Internal Evidences of the Book of Mormon: Showing the Absurdity of the ‘Spaulding Story’” Juvenile Instructor 17 (1 August 1882): 235-38.

Refutes the Spaulding manuscript as a basis for the creation of the Book of Mormon, pointing out wide differences between the two, including background, dates, characters, and content. Argues that if Joseph Smith were “too illiterate” to write the Book of Mormon, he was equally as incapable of changing the Spaulding manuscript into the Book of Mormon.

Taylor, John H. “The Temple at Logan—The Liquor Traffic—Church Organization—Duties of Its Officers—Treatment of Transgressors—An Interesting Anecdote and Its Moral—Various Offices and Callings of the Priesthood, Etc.—The Guidance of God—Honor Due to His Priesthood—Growth and Progress of God’s Work—Its Opposition By the World—The Regeneration of the Lamanites and General Salvation of Man.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 215–224.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered at Logan Conference, Sunday Afternoon, August 6, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Reynolds, George. “Internal Evidences of the Book of Mormon.” Juvenile Instructor 17, no. 16 (1882): 251-252.

Cites historical consistency, absence of anachronisms, purity of doctrines, harmony with Bible and Indian traditions, prophecies of the Book of Mormon that have been fulfilled, and scientific truths that accord with the Book of Mormon. Refutes criticisms and polemical arguments.

Keywords: Anachronisms, Apologetics, Doctrine, Evidence, Polemics, Prophecy
Reynolds, George. “Internal Evidences of the Book of Mormon.” Juvenile Instructor 17 (15 August 1882): 251-52.

Cites historical consistency, absence of anachronisms, purity of doctrines, harmony with Bible and Indian traditions, prophecies of the Book of Mormon that have been fulfilled, and scientific truths that accord with the Book of Mormon. Refutes criticisms and polemical arguments.

Taylor, John H. “The Work of God and Building Up of Zion—Preaching, Temple Building and Other Duties—Corruption and Hypocrisy of Christendom—Rights of the Latter-Day Saints As American Citizens—The Saints Counseled to Be Pure, Honest, Upright, Charitable, Long-suffering and Forgiving—Difference Between Bigamy and Polygamy—Unjust Legislation and American Justice—God for Israel As Long As Israel is for Right.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 235–241.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered at Ephraim, Sanpete County, Sunday Morning, August 20, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Reynolds, George. “Internal Evidences of the Book of Mormon: Showing the Absurdity of the ‘Spaulding Story’” Millennial Star 44, no. 34, 35 (21, 28 August 1882): 539-41, 548-51.

Refutes the Spaulding manuscript as a basis for the creation of the Book of Mormon, pointing out wide differences between the two, including background, dates, characters, and content. Argues that if Joseph Smith were “too illiterate” to write the Book of Mormon, he was equally as incapable of changing the Spaulding manuscript into the Book of Mormon.

Bywater, George G. “The Gospel of Christ or Ancient Christianity—Its Growth and Progress Despite of Opposition—Christ’s Sermon on the Mount—Similarity of Ancient, to Modern Opposition to the Truth—The Early Apostasy and the Gospel’s Latter-Day Restoration—The Object of Anti-‘Mormon’ Legislation not the Suppression of Immorality—The Saints Willing to Abide the Issue.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 250–257.

Discourse by Elder George G. Bywater, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, August 27, 1882. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, Joseph E. “Dependence Upon the Holy Spirit—The Gathering and Its Object—Sacrifices Required of the Saints—The Risk of Rejecting the Testimony of the Truth—Profession and Practice, Pretensions and Principle—Impending Trials and Troubles, Trust in God—Time and Eternity, Body and Spirit—‘More Blessed Are They that Believe and Have not Seen’—The Spirit of Truthful Intuition the Safest Guide—Exhortation, Counsel and Instruction.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 242–249.

Discourse by Elder Joseph E. Taylor, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, September 3, 1882. Reported By: John Irvine.

Reynolds, George. “The Book of Mormon and the Three Witnesses.” Juvenile Instructor 17, no. 18 (1882): 281.

Examines the authenticity of the Book of Mormon in light of the testimonies of the Eight Witnesses and the Three Witnesses, noting that although some left the Church, none ever denied that they had seen the gold plates.

Keywords: Cowdery, Oliver, Early Church History, Gold Plates, Harris, Martin, Smith, Joseph, Jr., Testimony, Three Witnesses, Whitmer, David
Reynolds, George. “The Book of Mormon and the Three Witnesses.” Juvenile Instructor 17, no. 18 (1882): 281.

Examines the authenticity of the Book of Mormon in light of the testimonies of the Eight Witnesses and the Three Witnesses, noting that although some left the Church, none ever denied that they had seen the gold plates.

Keywords: Cowdery, Oliver, Early Church History, Gold Plates, Harris, Martin, Smith, Joseph, Jr., Testimony, Three Witnesses, Whitmer, David
Reynolds, George. “The Book of Mormon and the Three Witnesses.” Juvenile Instructor 17 (15 September 1882): 281.

Examines the authenticity of the Book of Mormon in light of the testimonies of the Eight Witnesses and the Three Witnesses, noting that although some left the Church, none ever denied that they had seen the gold plates.

Cannon, George Q. “Peace Enjoyed, But Trouble Expected—Falsehoods About the Saints—Power of the Saints Dreaded—Truth and Error in Conflict—Plural Marriage not the Real Objection—Mining for Precious Metals Avoided—Good Effect of Unlawful Legislation and Rulings—Hopes for the Future.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 99–109.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, September 24, 1882. Reported By: John Irvine.

Snow, Lorenzo. “The Revelations of the Holy Spirit—Sacrifice Brings Forth Salvation, Episode of Queen Esther—Where Knowledge is Given Obedience is Required—Noah and the Antediluvians, Penalty of Disobedience—The Knowledge Which Comforts the People of God, the Skepticism of the World—The Testimony of the Latter-day Saints—The Indestructibility of ‘Mormonism’—God Will Overrule and Deliver, If the Saints Will Do Their Duty.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 288–293.

Discourse by Elder Lorenzo Snow, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Thursday Afternoon (General Conference), October 5, 1882. Reported By: John Irvine.

Wells, Daniel H. “‘Mormonism’ As True Now As Ever—Many Called But Few Chosen—God’s People to Be Tried and Tested—Rapid Growth of His Kingdom—The Blindness of the World—Animosity of Satan—Blessings Cannot Be Withheld From the Faithful—Exhortation Against Covetousness and Other Evils—Ordeals Ordained From the Beginning—The Reward of the Faithful.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 303–310.

Discourse by Elder Daniel H. Wells, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Friday Morning (General Conference), October 6, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Smith, Joseph Fielding. “Love for and Forgiveness of Enemies—Such Things Possible Without Association and Assimilation—The Saints Exhorted Against Bartering Away Their Inheritances—The Idolatry of Riches—Man Cannot Build Up Zion, But God Can and Will.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 282–287.

Discourse by President Joseph F. Smith, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Saturday Afternoon (in General Conference), October 7, 1882. Reported By: John Irvine.

Snow, Erastus. “The ‘Twin Relics,’ Slavery and Polygamy—Confounding of Polygamy With Bigamy, ‘Christian’ Statesmanship—Joseph Smith’s Proposition for the Abolition of Slavery—The Great Rebellion, Church Division—The Bible and Polygamy, Origin of Monogamy—The Work of God in the Latter Days, the Mission of Ephraim—The Ten Tribes and Scattered Israel, the Book of Mormon—Present Persecution and Future Prospects of the Saints.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 294–302.

Discourse by Apostle Erastus Snow, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Saturday Morning (in General Conference), October 7, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Cannon, George Q. “Persecution Fulfilling Prophecy—Vermont, the Birthplace of Prominent ‘Mormons’ and Their Oppressors—The Faith and Integrity of the Saints to Be Tested—Peace Among God’s People a Peculiar Characteristic—In Time of Trouble Trust in God, ‘Watch the Captain’—The Acts of the Utah Commissioners—God’s Overruling Power and Wisdom—A Great Work Requires Great Sacrifice—Non-Performance of Duty No Cause for Self-Gratulation—Man’s Penalties More Endurable Than God’s—The True Saviors of the Latter-day Saints—Better to Disobey Man Than God—The Danger of Disobedience, of Diverse Temporal Interests and Class Distinctions—All God’s Gifts Intended for the General Benefit and Blessing.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 271–282.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Morning, October 8, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Taylor, John H. “The Mighty Mission of the Saints—God’s Dealings With the World in Ancient and Modern Times—God’s Authorship of Creation and Right to Rule—Man’s Agency, the Gospel and the Gathering—Its Attempted Suppression, Contrasted Statesmanship—The Mother of Harlots and Her Daughters—The Political Situation in Utah—The Rights of Man, the Supporters and Subverters of Law and Order—Religious Intolerance and Political Injustice—The Latter-day Saints the Future Saviors of America—The Edmunds Act and Its Unjust Operation—Reverend Falsifiers and Their Dupes—Exhortation to the Priesthood and the People.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 257–270.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, October 8, 1882. Reported By: John Irvine.

Reynolds, George. “Time Occupied in Translating the Book of Mormon.” Juvenile Instructor 17, no. 20 (1882): 315-317.

xamines the sequence of events during the translation period of the Book of Mormon and concludes that the work must have happened as Joseph Smith claimed. The time it took to translate the book was relatively short because of divine aid and the use of Urim and Thummim.

Keywords: Early Church History, Smith, Joseph, Jr., Translation, Urim and Thummim
Reynolds, George. “Time Occupied in Translating the Book of Mormon.” Juvenile Instructor 17 (15 October 1882): 315-17.

Examines the sequence of events during the translation period of the Book of Mormon and concludes that the work must have happened as Joseph Smith claimed. The time it took to translate the book was relatively short because of divine aid and the use of Urim and Thummim.

Reynolds, George. “The Originator of the ‘Spaulding Story’” The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star 44, no. 43 (23 October 1882): 676-79.

A history of the Spaulding manuscript that deals with the major characters of the story—Solomon Spaulding, P. Hurlburt, Mrs. Davidson, and E. D. Howe.

Cannon, George Q. “The Power and Authority of the Priesthood Continuous—Pseudo-Prophets and Their Revelations—Ordination Prerequisite to Action in Any Office—Joseph Smith the Head of this Dispensation—The Twelve Ordained By Him to Bear Off the Kingdom—Joseph’s Legal Successor and Brigham’s—The Priesthood, As It Now Exists, the Rightful Authority of God on Earth.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 357–367.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered at Tooele, on Sunday Afternoon, October 29, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Smith, Joseph Fielding. “Greatness of the Work Inaugurated and Accomplished By the Prophet Joseph Smith—Sketch of the Prophet’s Early Life—Refutation of the False Charges Made Against Him and the Latter-Day Saints—Character of Our Traducers—Divine Nature and Value of the Book of Mormon.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 8–16.

Discourse by President Joseph F. Smith, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, October 29, 1882. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “Men Powerless Except as God Permits—Ordeals Necessary to Purify—Zion Will Triumph.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 333–337.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered at Grantsville, Sunday Evening, Oct. 29, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Penrose, Charles W. “A Privilege to Meet to Worship God—This Church Ordained of God—All Other Churches and Societies the Work of Man—Human Institutions of Every Kind Will Pass Away—Only that Which God Sets Up Will Endure—The Ancient Christian Church—the Apostate Church of Rome—The Various Man-Made Creeds—Lack of Divine Authority—The True Church Restored—Religion in Politics—God’s Right to Control in All Things—The Agency of Man and the Authority of God—Abiding in the Lord’s Covenant Even Unto Death—No Compromise With the Wicked—The Spirit of Abel and that of Cain—The Blessings that Come Through Obedience and Fidelity.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 329–340.

Discourse by Elder Charles W. Penrose, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, November 4, 1882. Reported By: John Irvine.

Snow, Lorenzo. “The Lord Interested in the Salvation of the Whole Human Family—His Plans, Purposes and Dealings All to that End—Necessity of Charity, Love, Union, Etc., in the Church of Christ—The Logan Temple and a Prophetic Glimpse at Its Future.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 338–342.

Discourse by Apostle Lorenzo Snow, delivered at Logan, on Saturday Afternoon, Nov. 4, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Richards, Franklin D. “Tithes and Offerings—Consecrations and Stewardships—The Law of the Lord to the Latter-day Saints—The Meaning of ‘Surplus Property’—Tithes and Offerings in Ancient Times—The Year of Jubilee or Release—The Importance of Paying Tithing—God the Giver of Every Good Gift—Tithes and Offerings His Due.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 311–320.

Discourse by Elder Franklin D. Richards, delivered at Logan, on Saturday Afternoon, Nov. 6, 1882. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Taylor, John H. “Man’s Natural Spirit and the Spirit of God—Our Relationship With Him—His Dealings in the Latter Days—What is Expected of the Saints—Their Position and Labors Among the Nations—Christ the Example to All His Followers—Words of Counsel to Priesthood and People.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 320–326.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in Payson, Thursday Evening, Nov. 23, 1882. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “The Work of God—The Events of the Times—Gathering—Temple Ordinances—The Object of Marriage—Plural Marriage—A Terrible Lesson—Laws of God Must Be Enforced—The Priesthood—Parties, Cliques, Rings, Murmurers—God is on the Side of Israel.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 227–235.

Discourses by President John Taylor on a Recent Trip to Bear Lake, delivered in the Various Settlements Around Bear Lake. Reported By: John Irvine.

Smith, Joseph Fielding. “Interest in the Work of God—Faith in the Destiny of the People—‘Mormonism’ a ‘Knotty Problem’—No Freedom for the Saints—Good Effect of Sifting—Growth of the Kingdom—Commandments to the Saints—Travels of the Saints Compared With Journeyings of Ancient Israel—Inspiration of President Young.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 150–157.

Discourse by President Joseph F. Smith, delivered in the Tabernacle, Provo City, Sunday Afternoon, December 3, 1882. Reported By: John Irvine.

Woodruff, Wilford. “Hardship the Heritage of the Saints—The Necessity of Trial Forgiveness of Enemies—Inspired Dreams, ‘Get the Spirit of God’—The Great Work Expected of the Saints—Labors Among the Lamanites.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 326–332.

Discourse by President Wilford Woodruff, delivered in the Meetinghouse, Kaysville, Davis County, Sunday Morning, December 10, 1882. Reported By: John Irvine.

1883
Bancroft, Hubert Howe. The Works of Hubert Howe Bancroft: The Native Races of the Pacific States. 5 vols. San Francisco, CA: A. L. Bancroft, 1883.

In a chapter entitled, “On the Origins of the Americans” (5:96-102), the author reviews the LDS (Book of Mormon) view regarding the inhabiting of the ancient Americas by the Jaredites, Nephites, and Mulekites.

Cannon, George Q. “The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi.” Salt Lake City: Juvenille Instructor Office, 1883.
Cannon, George Q. The Life of Nephi, The Son of Lehi. Volume 9 of The Faith-Promoting Series. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

This book, written by Mormon apostle George Q. Cannon, covers the life of one of the larger figures within Mormon scripture, the prophet Nephi. Utilizing both the Book of Mormon and sources contemporary to his time, Elder Cannon presents a picture of Nephi and what his life, surroundings, and circumstances could have been.

Keywords: Ancient America, Book of Mormon Geography, Doctrine, Ecology, Jacob (Son of Lehi), Jerusalem (Old World), Joseph (Son of Lehi), Laman (Son of Lehi), Lehi (Prophet), Lemuel (Son of Lehi), Nephi (Son of Lehi), Prophecy, Prophet, Sam (Son of Lehi), Sariah, South America, Zoram (Servant of Laban)
Cannon, George Q. The Life of Nephi, Son of Lehi, Who Emigrated from Jerusalem, in Judea to the Land Which is Now Known as South America, about Six Centuries before the Coming of the Savior. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Ofice, 1883.

A biography of Nephi, in which the author narrates Nephi’s story by adding personal insights and scholarly insights.

Cannon, George Q. “Chapter I.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 11-14. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

Nephi’s Character—He Gives God the Glory—Born at Jerusalem—Probable Time of Birth—His Education—Kings Known to Lehi—Ezekiel and Jeremiah and other Prophets—Familiarity of Nephi with Writings of Prophets

Keywords: Education, Jerusalem (Old World), Kingship, Nephi (Son of Lehi), Prophet
Cannon, George Q. “Chapter II.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 14-17. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

True and False Prophets—Lehi’s Vision—He Warns the People—They Persecute and Try to Kill Him—Commanded in a Dream to Take His Family into the Wilderness—Came to Red Sea—Camped near it—Built an Altar and Made Offering to the Lord—Laman and Lemuel—Their Unbelief—Shaken and Confounded Before their Father

Keywords: Jerusalem (Old World), Lehi (Prophet), Nephi (Son of Lehi), Prophecy, Prophet, Vision
Cannon, George Q. “Chapter III.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 18-21. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

Faith of Nephi and its Effects—Sam’s Belief—Revelation with Promise to Nephi—Land of Promise, Choice Above other Lands—Nephi to be a Ruler and a Teacher to his Brethren—Required to Return to Jerusalem—His Willingness—Lehi Gratified at His Faith—Laban and Brass Plates—Angry and Refused to Give Them to Laman—Threatened His Life—Laman and Lemuel Discouraged—Nephi’s Proposition—His Brothers Agree to it

Keywords: Brass Plates, Commandment, Laman (Son of Lehi), Lehi (Prophet), Lemuel (Son of Lehi), Nephi (Son of Lehi), Obedience, Prophet, Sam (Son of Lehi)
Cannon, George Q. “Chapter IV.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 22-25. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

Lehi’s Riches—Laban Covets Them—Sent his Servants to Kill Laman and his Brothers—They flee for their Lives—Nephi Whipped by Laman and Lemuel—Visited by an Angel—Laman and Lemuel still Murmur—Nephi Leads Them to the City Walls—Laban Lying Drunk—His Sword—Most Famous Weapon in the World—Those who have Seen it—Nephi Constrained to Kill Laban—Personates Him and Obtains Plates—His Brothers Frightened—Laban’s Servant, Zoram—Promises to go With Nephi into the Wilderness

Keywords: Angel, Brass Plates, Laman (Son of Lehi), Lemuel (Son of Lehi), Nephi (Son of Lehi), Sam (Son of Lehi), Sword of Laban, Zoram (Servant of Laban)
Cannon, George Q. “Chapter V.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 26-29. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

The Status of Zoram—Law of Moses Respecting Bondmen—Character of Laban—Advantages of Taking Zoram into the Wilderness

Keywords: Laban, Law of Moses, Legal, Nephi (Son of Lehi), Servant, Servitude, Zoram (Servant of Laban)
Cannon, George Q. “Chapter VI.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 30-34. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

Return into Wilderness—Joy of Lehi and Sariah—Lehi a Visionary Man—Sariah’s Grief and Murmuring—Her Subsequent Testimony—Sacrifice and Burnt Offerings—The Brass Plates—Their Contents—Lehi a Descendant of Joseph—Value of These Records to his Descendants—Another Colony of Jews—Lost Knowledge of Hebrew Language and of God—Nephi a Great Benefactor—He and Brothers Again Required to Visit Jerusalem—Ishmael and Family—Laman and Lemuel Stir up Mutiny—Want to Return to Jerusalem—Bind Nephi—Intend to Leave him to Perish—Nephi’s Prayer—His Bands Burst—The Others Plead for him—Revulsion of Feeling on Part of his Brothers—Beg his Forgiveness—Rejoin Lehi and Sariah—Thanksgiving and Sacrifices and Burnt Offerings

Keywords: Brass Plates, Genealogy, Ishmael, Joseph (of Egypt), Laman (Son of Lehi), Law of Moses, Lehi (Prophet), Lemuel (Son of Lehi), Nephi (Son of Lehi), Sariah, Scripture, Thanksgiving, Vision
Cannon, George Q. “Chapter VII.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 35-39. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

Lehi’s Dream, or Vision—Rejoices Because of Nephi and Sam—Fears Concerning Laman and Lemuel—His Entreaties to Them—Gathered Seeds and Grain—Five Marriages—Lehi had Faithfully kept Commandments of the Lord—Nephi’s Development—Experience in Wilderness Necessary to Prepare Colony for the Future—Lehi Commanded to Travel—Miraculous Brass Ball, called Liahona—How it Operated—Travel in S. S. E. Direction—Hunt for Game—Led Through most Fertile parts of the Desert

Keywords: Ancient Near East, Arabia, Compass, Dream, Lehi (Prophet), Liahona, Marriage, Nephi (Son of Lehi), Tree of Life, Vision, Wilderness
Cannon, George Q. “Chapter VIII.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 40-44. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

Travel in Desert—Kill Game by the Way—Uncooked Meat their Food—Nephi Breaks his Bow—Fails to Obtain Food—Laman and Others Complain Bitterly—Lehi, also, Murmurs—Nephi Keeps his Patience and Courage—Remonstrates with his Brothers—Makes a Wooden Bow—Lehi very Sorrowful—Sees Writing on the Brass Ball—Nephi Goes for Game in Direction Indicated—Company Filled with Joy through his Obtaining Food—Resume Travel—Ishmael’s Death—His Character—Outbreak and Rebellion of Part of his Children against Lehi and Nephi—Laman proposes to Kill the Two Latter—Attachment to Birthplace

Keywords: Liahona, Nephi (Son of Lehi)
Cannon, George Q. “Chapter IX.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 44-47. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

Popular at Jerusalem to Reject Prophets—Laman and Lemuel did not Believe Predictions Concerning that City—Confidence of Jews in Jerusalem—Glory of the City—The Magnificent Temple—Capture of the City—The Conspirators Chastened—Lehi and Nephi saved

Keywords: Jerusalem (Old World), Laman (Son of Lehi), Lehi (Prophet), Lemuel (Son of Lehi), Nephi (Son of Lehi), Prophecy, Prophet
Cannon, George Q. “Chapter X.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 48-51. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

Travel in Easterly Direction—Land Bountiful—“Irreantum,” or Many Waters—Eight Years in Wilderness—Children Born—Diet of Raw Meat—Women Healthy and Strong as Men—Learn to Bear Journeyings Without Murmuring—“Araby the Blest”—Travelers’ description of Land—Company Rest for Many Days

Keywords: Arabia, Bountiful (Old World), Nephi (Son of Lehi), Wilderness
Cannon, George Q. “Chapter XI.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 52-58. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

How Did They Travel?—Had They Vehicles?—Children of Israel used Covered Wagons—Did Lehi and Company use Camels?—Experience of Battalion in California—Custom in Abyssinia—Laman and Companions Never Forget Habits Acquired in the Desert—Transmitted Them to Posterity in Their New Home—Nephi Cherished True Knowledge of Civilization—Contrast Between the Two Brothers—Each Left his Impress upon his Nation

Keywords: Ancient Near East, Arabia, Laman (Son of Lehi), Lemuel (Son of Lehi), Nephi (Son of Lehi), Wilderness
Cannon, George Q. “Chapter XII.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 58-63. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

Nephi Practically the Leader—Commanded to Build a Ship—Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools—Makes a Bellows—Obtains Fire—Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren—His Sadness and their Elation—They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him—He Reasons with Them—Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea—Nephi full of Power of God—They dare not Touch Him—They are Shaken Before Him—Fall down to Worship Him—Told by Nephi to Worship God—Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.—Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men—Helped by his Brothers—Ship Finished—Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi’s Ability to Build a Ship—Mountains as Places of Worship

Keywords: Nephi (Son of Lehi), Prophet, Revelation, Ship, Temple
Cannon, George Q. “Chapter XIII.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 64-68. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

Lehi Commanded to Embark upon the Ship—Food Prepared for the Voyage—Jacob and Joseph—Did the Ship have Sails?—Voyages and Ships of Egyptians—Dancing and Rudeness of Laman and Others at Sea—Nephi Remonstrates—Is Treated Harshly and Bound Hand and Foot by his Brothers—Lehi and Sariah very Sick—Four Days of Terrible Tempest—Compass Would not Work—Driven Back Before the Wind—Terror of Laman and Lemuel—Nephi’s Patience and Self-Control—The Lord Shows Forth His Power—Nephi Released—The Ship Steered in Right Course—His Prayer Answered and Tempest Quelled—Reach the Promised Land

Keywords: Lehi (Prophet), Liahona, Nephi (Son of Lehi), Promised Land, Ship, Transoceanic Voyage
Cannon, George Q. “Chapter XIV.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 68-73. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

Land and Pitch their Tents—Place of Landing—Cultivate the Ground—Good Crops—Find Animals of Every Kind—Also Ores—Raise Large Flocks and Herds—“Carneros de la Tierra”—Find the Horse—Was the Horse Extinct When the Whites Discovered America?—Reasons for Thinking it was not—Wild Horses Seen by Sir Francis Drake in 1579—Opinion of Professor Marsh—Horses Seen by Drake, not Spanish

Keywords: Ancient America, Book of Mormon Geography, Ecology, Horses, Nephi (Son of Lehi), South America
Cannon, George Q. “Chapter XV.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 74-77. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

Animals and Vegetables Valuable to Lehi and Company—The Potato—Abundance of Fruits—Jerusalem Destroyed—Lehi’s Thankfulness for this Choice Land—A Land of Liberty to all who Should be Brought Here if they Would Serve God—Land to be Kept from Knowledge of Other Nations—Remarkably Fulfilled—Promises of the Lord to Lehi Concerning his Descendants and the Land—Present Condition of his Seed Predicted—Prophecies Concerning the Prophet Joseph Smith—Lehi a Great Prophet—Restrains his Children While Living—Rancorous Hatred After his Death Against Nephi—Enraged by his Admonitions—Propose to Kill Him

Keywords: Agriculture, Ancient America, Ecology, Lehi (Prophet), Nephi (Son of Lehi), Prophecy, Smith, Joseph, Jr.
Cannon, George Q. “Chapter XVI.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 78-81. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

Nephi’s Efforts to Save His Brethren—Nephi, Commanded of the Lord, Flees into the Wilderness—His Company—His Sisters—Carries Plates of Brass and other Records—The Liahona and Sword of Laban with Him—Nephi called a Liar and a Robber—Searches the Scriptures—Two Sets of Plates—Character of Records on Each—Plates made for a Special Purpose—Found by Mormon—Wisdom of God Greater than Cunning of Devil—The Prophet Joseph Delivered from a Snare

Keywords: Joseph (of Egypt), Large Plates, Liahona, Nephi (Son of Lehi), Obedience, Small Plates, Sword of Laban
Cannon, George Q. “Chapter XVII.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 82-88. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

Travel Many Days in the Wilderness—Call the Land Nephi—Did They Journey Northward?—Location of Land Nephi—River Sidon and Magdalena—Land of Zarahemla—Twenty-two Days’ Travel from Nephi—Did not Land of Nephi Extend Considerably South?—Zeniff’s Return to the Land of Nephi—Was that the Land Settled by Nephi, the First?—Mosiah, King of Zarahemla—Reasons for Thinking Nephi to be Distinguishing Name of an Extensive Region—Nephites Would Spread Over the Country in Four Hundred Years—Did Nephi and Company Travel as far North as Ecuador?—Followed by Lamanites—Jacob and Enos Respecting Lamanites—Nephi’s Description of the Land—Bolivia and Peru—Cities and Settlements Called After Founders—Additional Reasons for Thinking Nephi and Company did not Settle so far North—Boundaries of Lands Occupied by Nephites and Lamanites—South America Called Lehi, North America Called Mulek

Keywords: Ancient America, Nephi (Polity), Nephi (Son of Lehi), River Sidon, South America, Zarahemla (Polity), Zeniff
Cannon, George Q. “Chapter XVIII.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 88-94. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

Travelers’ Descriptions of Land Once Occupied by Nephites—Cradle of an Imperial Race—The Productions of the Land in Modern Times Agree with Description of Same in Book of Mormon—Rapid Recovery from Effects of Disastrous Commotions and Wars Accounted for—Healthy Climate—Remarkable Longevity—Jacob, Enos, Jarom and Omni—Longevity of Indians in Ecuador and Peru

Keywords: Ancient America, Book of Mormon Geography, Native Americans, Nephi (Son of Lehi), South America
Cannon, George Q. “Chapter XIX.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 95-102. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

Two Distinct Nations—Intermingled—Mixed Blood in Lamanites—Nephi and Company Settled in an Earthly Paradise—Greatly Prospered—Law of Moses Observed—A Live Religion—Nephi Conversed with the Spirit of the Lord—Heard Voices of the Father and the Son—Understood the Gospel of Jesus—Simplicity and Plainness of His Teachings, Prophecies and Revelations Wonderful Extent and Variety of His Knowledge—Writes of the Days of the Savior as a Contemporary Might—Exactness of the Description of the Great and Abominable Church—Also the Events which Should Take Place in Connection with Zion—Only Two Churches—The Whore of all the Earth should Gather Multitudes among all the Nations of Gentiles to Fight Against the Church of the Lamb—Power of God Poured Out Upon the Latter, His Wrath Upon the Former—They who Fight Against the House of Israel shall War among Themselves and Fall into the Pit they shall Dig to Ensnare the People of the Lord—The Righteous Should Not Perish—Great Value of These Promises to the Latter-day Saints—Secret Combinations—Many Churches to be Built Up—Their Character—The Book of Mormon, How it should be Received—Churches Put Down the Power and Miracles of God—Preach up their own Wisdom and Learning—Contend One with Another—Grind the Poor—Literal Fulfillment as Latter-day Saints can Testify

Keywords: Gospel, Lamanite, Law of Moses, Nephi (Son of Lehi), Nephite, Prophecy, Prophet, Revelation
Cannon, George Q. “Chapter XX.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 103-105. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

Nephi’s Commandment to Jacob Concerning Small Plates—Nephi Anoints a Man to be King—His Successors in Kingly Dignity Called by his Name—Patriarchal Government—Jacob Presided Over the Church—King Mosiah’s Mode of Life—Seers as Well as Kings—Was There a Change of Dynasty?—Kingly and Priestly Authority United in Mosiah

Keywords: Church Organization, Government, Jacob (Son of Lehi), King Mosiah, Nephi (Son of Lehi), Prophet, Recordkeeping, Seership, Small Plates
Cannon, George Q. “Chapter XXI.” In The Life of Nephi, the Son of Lehi, 106-108. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

Nephi Died—Example of his Life—Internal Evidence of Divinity of his Writings in the Spirit of God which Accompanies Them—An Eventful Career—Admirable in Every Relation—A Born Leader, Successful as a Mechanic, Miner, Seaman, Chemist, Metallurgist, Stockraiser, Agriculturist, Manufacturer and Statesman—Expanded Views of the Rights and Equality of Man—Religious Liberty—The End

Keywords: Nephi (Son of Lehi), Prophet
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Great Britain. The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star: Vol. 45, 1883. 52 issues. Manchester; Liverpool: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Great Britain, 1883.
Reynolds, George. The Myth of the “Manuscript Found,” or the Absurdities of the “Spaulding Story”. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.
Reynolds, George. The Myth of the “Manuscript Found” or the Absurdities of the “Spaulding Story”. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1883.

Sets forth the absurdities that are connected with the Spaulding manuscript. “The upholders of [the myth of the manuscript found] are not only at variance with each other, but that all their assertions are inconsistent with the well-known facts associated with its discovery”

Sharp, W. H. H. “A Voice from Heaven.” Our Deseret Home 2 (1883): 146.

Discusses the wickedness of the American nation as related to the prophecies of Samuel the Lamanite. He includes numerous quotes from the Book of Mormon and information about early explorers of America, and promotes the idea that the earth is a live animal.

Smith, William. “William Smith on Mormonism: A True Account of the Origin of the Book of Mormon.” Lamoni, IA: n.p., 1883.

Personal account of the organizations of the LDS & RLDS churches as well as the coming forth and translation of the Book of Mormon. He relates first-hand experiences from the family of Joseph Smith and gives his personal testimony of the veracity of the book.

Unattributed. “An Interesting Volume.” The Contributor 4, no. 8 (1883): 314-316.

A specific copy of the first edition of the Book of Mormon was used in the conversion process of prominent men such as Brigham Young, Heber C. Kimball, and John P.Greene. Describes the format of the first edition and reprints the preface and first page.

Keywords: 1830 Book of Mormon, Conversion, Greene, John P., Kimball, Heber C., Young, Brigham
Unattributed. “An Interesting Volume.” The Contributor 4, no. 8 (1883): 314-316.

A specific copy of the first edition of the Book of Mormon was used in the conversion process of prominent men such as Brigham Young, Heber C. Kimball, and John P.Greene. Describes the format of the first edition and reprints the preface and first page.

Keywords: 1830 Book of Mormon, Conversion, Greene, John P., Kimball, Heber C., Young, Brigham
Ward, John H. “Ancient American Civilization.” Juvenile Instructor 18, no. 1 (1883): 4-7.

Relates the Book of Mormon to archaeological finds throughout the Americas. Discusses marriage customs, baptism, and legends. Adds information about the Mexican calendar, textiles, and landscaping.

Keywords: Agriculture, Ancient America, Archaeology, Baptism, Calendar System, Marriage, Mythology, Textiles
Ward, John H. The Hand of Providence: As Shown in the History of Nations and Individuals, From the Great Apostasy to the Restoration of the Gospel. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor’s Office, 1883.

Relics have been discovered in almost every part of the western continent that testify of ancient civilizations. Ancient civilizations of America were highly developed. The Book of Mormon is their record. There are many evidences that indicate this is true: breast plates, elephant remains, architecture, bronze, fine cloth, and many others.

Ward, John H. “Ancient American Civilization.” Juvenile Instructor 18 (1 January 1883): 4-7.

Relates the Book of Mormon to archaeological finds throughout the Americas. Discusses marriage customs, baptism, and legends. Adds information about the Mexican calendar, textiles, and landscaping.

Watt, George D. Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. Volume 23 of Journal of Discourses, Reported by Geo. F. Gibbs, John Irvine, and Others. Liverpool: John Henry Smith, 1883.

Original title: Journal of Discourses by President John Taylor, His Counsellors, the Twelve Apostles, and Others, Vol 23

Penrose, Charles W. “Revealed Religion and Man-Made Methods of Worship—Only One True and Acceptable Way to Worship God—Ancient and Modern Revelations Corroborate Each Other—God’s Spirit the Light and Life of the Whole World—Men Generally Choose Darkness Rather Than Light—The Coming Forth of the Light in the Latter Days—Joseph Smith and His Doctrines—The Speaker’s Personal Experience—The Operations of the Spirit—The Way to Obtain Knowledge From God—The Necessity of Priesthood and Church Government—The Head of the Church God’s Mouthpiece to the Church—The Perfection, Beauty, and Harmony of the Lord’s Work.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 343–356.

Discourse by Elder Charles W. Penrose, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Sunday, Jan. 14, 1883. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Taylor, John H. “The Church Based Upon the Principle of Perfect Freedom—When a President Resigns, His Counselors Go Out of Office—High Priests to Preside—Presidents Choose Their Own Counselors—All Authorities Sustained By Vote of the Saints—Position of Presidents Cannon and Smith If President Taylor Should Resign—Saints Not to Interfere With the Religion of Others.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 32–38.

Remarks by President John Taylor, delivered at Ogden, Sunday, January 21, 1883. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Woodruff, Wilford. “Importance of the Work of God—‘The Kingdom of God or Nothing’—Apparent Insignificance of the Church at First—Its Growth—Ancient Men of God—Personal Reminiscence—What is Required of the Saints—How Joseph Smith’s Prayers Were Answered.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 50–56.

Discourse by President Wilford Woodruff, delivered at Nephi, Saturday Afternoon, January 27, 1883. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Cannon, George Q. “Editorial Thoughts.” Juvenile Instructor 18, no. 3 (1883): 40.

When the Book of Mormon was published it was assumed that the American Indians were headed for extinction, but the Book of Mormon predicted that they would become a mighty people. This prophecy will yet be fulfilled.

Keywords: Native Americans, Prophecy, United States History
Cannon, George Q. “Editorial Thoughts.” Juvenile Instructor 18, no. 3 (1883): 40.

When the Book of Mormon was published it was assumed that the American Indians were headed for extinction, but the Book of Mormon predicted that they would become a mighty people. This prophecy will yet be fulfilled.

Keywords: Native Americans, Prophecy, United States History
Cannon, George Q. “Editorial Thoughts.” Juvenile Instructor 18 (1 February 1883): 40.

When the Book of Mormon was published it was assumed that the American Indians were headed for extinction, but the Book of Mormon predicted that they would become a mighty people. This prophecy will yet be fulilled.

Smith, Joseph Fielding. “Consolation Which the Bereaved Have—Other Calamities Worse Than Death—Effects of Sin—What is to Be Gained By Faithfulness—How All Will Be Judged—The Resurrection—Proofs of Christ’s Resurrection—The Speaker’s Testimony.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 75–82.

Discourse by President Joseph F. Smith, delivered at the Funeral Services of the late James Urie, in the Sixteenth Ward, Salt Lake City, February 2, 1883. Reported By: Unknown.

Taylor, John H. “Why the Saints Meet Together—Their Pretensions—What Their Profession Implies—No Right to Sit in Judgment on the World—All Children of a Common Father—Many Good Men Inspired By the Spirit of God Who Did not Possess the Gift of the Holy Ghost—How Joseph Smith Obtained Knowledge—The Gospel—What the Savior Required—Operations of the Holy Ghost—What is Required of the Saints—Their Feelings—Duty of Missionaries—National Feelings Buried in Embracing the Gospel—Relationship to God—Destiny of the Faithful—What Have Religionists of the World to Offer?—Character of the Would-Be Reformers—Rights to Be Contended For—Corrupt Practices Condemned.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 23. 1883, 368–376.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday, Feb. 11, 1883. Reported By: Unknown.

Taylor, John H. “Why the Saints Meet Together—Their Pretensions—What Their Profession Implies—No Right to Sit in Judgment on the World—All Children of a Common Father—Many Good Men Inspired By the Spirit of God Who Did not Possess the Gift of the Holy Ghost—How Joseph Smith Obtained Knowledge—The Gospel—What the Savior Required—Operations of the Holy Ghost—What is Required of the Saints—Their Feelings—Duty of Missionaries—National Feelings Buried in Embracing the Gospel—Relationship to God—Destiny of the Faithful—What Have Religionists of the World to Offer?—Character of the Would-Be Reformers—Rights to Be Contended For—Corrupt Practices Condemned.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 1–8.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday, Feb. 11, 1883 Reported By: Unknown.

Lamont, Ruby. “The Bible in Egypt.” Contributor 4, March 1883, 215–16.

How the scriptures were made more available through the translation of the Old Testament to Greek three hundred years before Christ

Penrose, Charles W. “The Church of Christ—Churches of Men—Conflicting Ideas—True Sources of Learning—Oneness Explained—Only One True Religion—‘Probation After Death’—Ideas of Hell Changing—Different Degrees of Glory—Work for the Dead—Completeness and Simplicity of the Gospel.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 82–99.

Discourse by Elder Charles W. Penrose, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, March 4, 1883. Reported By: Gibbs and Irvine.

Thatcher, Moses. “Synopsis of a Temperance Lecture, Prohibition Advocated—Effects of Drunkenness Illustrated, Statistics, Etc.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 16–20.

Discourse by Elder Moses Thatcher, delivered before the Young Men’s Mutual Improvement Association of Hyrum, March 7, 1883. Reported By: C. C. S.

Cannon, George Q. “Peculiarities of Public Preaching Among the Saints—A Comprehensive Religion—Equality of Man—Saints the Champions of Right—A Providence Over the Saints—Leaven of Truth at Work—Truth Taught By Joseph Smith Now Being Verified—Ignorant Politicians—Effect of Judge Black’s Argument—Effectual Prayer.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 56–64.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, March 18, 1883. Reported By: Unknown.

Snow, Erastus. “The Past and Future of the American Continent—The Law of the Lord and the Law of the Land—The Efforts of Our Enemies Turned to Our Advantage—Light and Liberty of the Latter-Day Saints—The Work of the Lord Among the Nations—Judicial Folly and Injustice—Faith Inseparable from Works—Parable of the Talents Exemplified.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 64–75.

Discourse by Apostle Erastus Snow, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Friday Afternoon (Annual Conference), April 6, 1883. Reported By: Gibbs and Irvine.

Thatcher, Moses. “A Few Questions Every Latter-day Saint Can Answer for Himself—The Fruits of the Spirit—The Proper Use of Riches—No Comparison Between Earthly Wealth and Eternal Riches—Principle Must not be Sacrificed for Riches—Consecration—Satan Rebuked—We Ought to Cultivate the Fruits of the Spirit—The Work of God Onward and Upward—The Fate of Those Who Sacrifice Principle at the Shrine of Greed—Conclusion.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 297–301.

Remarks by Elder Moses Thatcher, delivered at the General Conference, Saturday Morning, April 6, 1833. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs and John Irvine.

Richards, Franklin D. “Causes of Gratitude—The Church Illustrated By a Vine—Priesthood Represented By the Branches—Independence—Case of Lyman Wight—Priesthood on the Earth and in the Spirit World.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 117–123.

Discourse by Apostle Franklin D. Richards, delivered at the General Conference, Saturday Morning, April 7, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Thatcher, Moses. “A Comparison—Wrath of Man Made to Praise God—Fall of Senator Edmunds—Fate of Those Who Oppose God’s Work—Persecution for Religion Unavailing—Case of the Huguenots—Intemperance—Startling Statistics—Drink, the Cause of Other Evils—Appeal to the Saints.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 110–116.

Discourse by Elder Moses Thatcher, delivered in the Large Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Saturday Afternoon, at the Annual Conference, April 7, 1883. Reported By: Unknown.

Smith, Joseph Fielding. “Prosperity of the Saints—Danger to Be Avoided—How Blessings Are to Be Obtained—Free Agency—Triumph of the Work of God Testified of—‘Mormonism’ not Easily Destroyed—Prophecies to Be Fulfilled—Self-Denial Required of the Saints.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 173–178.

Discourse by President Joseph F. Smith, delivered at the General Conference, Salt Lake City, Sunday, a.m., April 8, 1883. Reported By: Unknown.

Taylor, John H. “The Gospel Like Leaven—Labor Required of the Elders—Promises to Abraham—Honorable Men in the American Nation Formerly and Now—Liberty in Religion and the Elective Franchise Claimed As Rights—The Saints Cannot Afford to Do Wrong—Relationship to God—Exhortation.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 123–129.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon (Annual Conference), April 8, 1883. Reported By: Gibbs and Irvine.

Unattributed. “An Interesting Volume.” Contributor 4 (May 1883): 314-16.

A specific copy of the first edition of the Book of Mormon was used in the conversion process of prominent men such as Brigham Young, Heber C. Kimball, and John P. Green. Describes the format of the first edition and reprints the preface and first page.

Cannon, George Q. “Blessings Enjoyed By the Saints—Improvement—A Perfect Law—What Would Result If the Saints Obeyed the Word of God in All Things—Perfect Organization of the Church—No Excuse for the Saints Who Sin—How Satan Can Be Bound—Exemption From Disease As a Reward—Exhortation.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 141–149.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered at the Quarterly Stake Conference, held in Logan, Cache County, Sunday Morning, May 6, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Penrose, Charles W. “Prophecies Relating to Our Day—Apostasy Foretold—God’s Work Reestablished—Restoration of the Gospel—Modern Revelation Opposed By Preachers—Unwarranted in Declaring that the Canon of Scripture is Full—Man By Searching Cannot Find Out God—But One True Gospel—Effect of the Gospel in the Days of the Apostles—How the Gospel Was Restored—How It is Being Preached—A Gathering Dispensation—Opposition to the Work of God—Destiny Before the Saints.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 203–217.

Discourse by Elder Charles W. Penrose, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, May 18, 1883. Reported By: Gibbs and Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “Duties of the Latter-Day Saints—How Children Should Be Trained—An Academy for Sanpete—The Kind of Teachers to Select—Education Advocated—Intemperance Condemned—Sin to Be Exposed—Unworthy Men not to Be Sustained in Office—Example of a Darkened Mind—Providence Over the Saints.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 166–172.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered at Manti, Saturday Morning, May 19, 1883. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Penrose, Charles W. “Sincerity Alone not Sufficient—the Gathering Foretold—Inspired Writings Not All Contained in the Bible—Province of the Holy Ghost—The Reformers—Confusion of Sects—Apostate Condition of the World Foretold—How the Apostles Were Sent Out—Authority Required—What the Saints Should Do—Opposition to the Gospel, Ancient and Modern—Testimony.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 39–50.

Discourse by Elder Charles W. Penrose, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, May 20, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “Improvement Among the People—Interest Manifested by the World in the ‘Mormons’—Evidences of Divinity in the Work—Same Effects Follow the Gospel in Different Ages—Authority Restored—Proofs of Joseph Smith’s Divine Mission—Persecutions Endured By the Saints—Reasons for the Same.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 130–140.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, May 27, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Lambert, William O. G. “The Earth’s Interior.” Our Desert Home 2 (June-July 1883): 126-29, 152-53.

Argues that the scriptures, including the Book of Mormon, refer to places inside the earth. Makes reference to the parable of the olive tree and to the habitation of the lost tribes of Israel.

Spence, Robert S. “Signs of Christ’s Coming, VI. The Book of Joseph.” The Contributor 4, no. 9 (1883): 359.

Using the text of Ezekiel concerning the “stick of Joseph,” the author examines Old Testament scriptures and Native American legends to establish that the coming forth of the “stick of Joseph,” the Book of Mormon, was a sign of Christ’s second coming.

Keywords: Promised Land, Stick of Joseph
Spence, Robert S. “Signs of Christ’s Coming.” Contributor 4 (June 1883): 356-57.

Using the text of Ezekiel concerning the “stick of Joseph,” the author examines Old Testament scriptures and Indian legends to establish that the coming forth of the “stick of Joseph,” the Book of Mormon, was a sign of Christ’s second coming.

J., W. “Stray Thoughts.” Juvenile Instructor 18, no. 12 (1883): 182-183.

Notes the ill treatment and antagonistic attitude of the white people toward the Indians. According to the Book of Mormon the Indians have a glorious destiny and the LDS are urged to treat them with consideration.

Keywords: Native Americans, Prophecy
J., W. “Stray Thoughts.” Juvenile Instructor 18 (15 June 1883): 182-83.

Notes the ill treatment and antagonistic attitude of the white people toward the Indians. According to the Book of Mormon the Indians have a glorious destiny and the LDS are urged to treat them with consideration.

Taylor, John H. “Scope of the Gospel—Different Degrees of Glory—Free Agency—‘Liberty’ With a Vengeance—Trials Necessary—Former and Latter Trials—The Spirit of Gathering Illustrated—Judgments Predicted—Zion Already Attracting Attention—Encouragement for the Citizens of Deseret—Blessings Invoked.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 194–202.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the Bowery, Deseret, Monday, June 18, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “Obedience to the Priesthood Objected to by the World—Wisdom in the Counsel of the Priesthood—Prosperity of Those Who Have Obeyed—Temporal and Spiritual Wealth—Effects of the Priesthood’s Influence—Loyalty of the Saints—Respect for Law and Hatred of Oppression and Mobocracy—Destiny of the Saints—Their Capacity for Self-Government—Characteristic Virtues—Treatment in Regard to Sexual Crime—Honor in Dealing—Duties Toward Families.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 217–226.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Meetinghouse, Beaver, Wednesday Afternoon, June 20, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Smith, Joseph Fielding. “Delusive Spirits—Proper Channel for Revelations to Come Through—The Calling of Joseph Smith—Indication of An Impostor—Private Antipathy to Be Curbed and the Priesthood to Be Sustained—Only One Man Appointed to Hold the Keys of the Kingdom at a Time—Men not to Judge Those Who Preside Over Them—How to Secure Justice.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 187–194.

Discourse by President Joseph F. Smith, delivered at Ogden, Sunday Morning, June 21, 1883. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Snow, Erastus. “Leaders of the Church Inspired—Man’s Free Agency—True Independence—Joseph Smith on Church Government—Fallen Condition of Mankind—God’s Promise to Abraham—New and Everlasting Covenant—Difference Between Salvation and Exaltation—Testimony in Regard to Plural Marriage—Political Crisis—Why the Saints Are Opposed.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 158–166.

Discourse by Apostle Erastus Snow, delivered at the Quarterly Conference, Parowan, Sunday Afternoon, June 24, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “Truth Always the Same—Duties of the Saints—Officers Present—Where the Principles of the Gospel Originated—Character of Abraham—How He Was Tried—His Progeny—Duties of the Priesthood—Trials of the Saints—Charity Required—How Transgressors Should Be Dealt With—Exhortation to Righteousness.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 259–270.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered at Parowan, Sunday Morning, June 24, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “Need of Inspiration in Preaching—Growth of the Work of the Lord—Distribution of Responsibility—Self-dependence Necessary—The Cause and the People Are Being Tested—Existence of the Work a Proof of Its Divinity—Its Completeness—A Powerless Christianity—Sentiments of the Saints in Regard to Moralityites.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 179–186.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, July 15, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Woodruff, Wilford. “Object of Meeting Together—Our Dependence Upon the Spirit of the Lord—Certain Rights Which Belong to All Mankind—Unpopularity of God’s Servants in All Ages of the World—A Man Must Be Born Again Before He Can Understand the Things of God—The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints—The Gospel the Same in All Dispensations—How the Gospel Was Restored—The Gift of the Holy Ghost—Utah Built Up By the Power of God—Joseph Smith Received All the Keys of the Priesthood By the Administration of Angels—Fulfillment of Revelation—The Priesthood—Plural Marriage.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 236–244.

Discourse by President Wilford Woodruff, delivered at the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, July 20, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “The Latter-day Saints Aspire to Celestial Glory—All Our Possessions Placed in Our Hands Merely As Stewards—Is It Appropriate to Make Sacrifices in View of Glory and Exaltation We Aspire To, and To Hold All Things Subject to the Dictation of the Servants of God?—Obedience to the Priesthood, and the Results Flowing Therefrom—The Providence of God Seen in the Selection of All His Servants—Temples, Their Object, and Those Who Are Entitled to the Blessings to Be Manifested Therein—Obedience to the Priesthood a Vital Test.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 271–278.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Logan City, Sunday Morning, August 12, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “The Spirit of God Necessary for Our Guidance—Failure of the Measures Our Enemies Have Adopted Against Us—The Object of the Edmunds Law—Why All Such Laws Are Failures—They Are Founded Upon Falsehood and Bring Disappointment to Their Framers—The Efforts of Our Enemies Prove the Growth of this Work—Necessary to Pass Through Trials—God Will Always Deliver His People—A Knowledge of the Work of God is Being Disseminated—Two Influences at Work—Many of the Doctrines Taught By Joseph Smith Now Becoming Popular.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 251–258.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in Paris, Bear Lake County, Idaho, Sunday Morning, August 19, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Smith, Joseph Fielding. “The Hatred of the World Towards the People of God—Their Accusations Against the Latter-Day Saints—The Truthfulness of the Accusations Refuted—The Latter-Day Saints Will Compare Favorably With Any Other People on the Face of the Earth—Why, Then, Are They Proscribed?—Because the World Hate Them—Persecution the Lot of the Saints—Past Persecutions and Their Result—The ‘Mormon Problem’ Still Unsolved, and More Difficult of Solution Than Ever—Let the Saints Live Their Religion and the Lord Will Bring Them Off Triumphant.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 245–250.

Discourse by President Joseph F. Smith, delivered in Paris, Idaho, Sunday Morning, August 19, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “Growth of the Latter-Day Saints—Necessity of the Spirit of Revelation—Conditional Promises—The Lord Designed Israel to Be a Peculiar and Holy People—And He Has the Same Design Concerning Us—We Will Have to Pass Through the Same Ordeals As They—We Should not Intermarry With Those not of Our Faith—We Should Build Up Nothing that is Opposed to Zion—The Favor of God is Better Than Earthly Riches—Exhortations to Faithfulness.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 316–321.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Meetinghouse, Heber City, Sunday Morning, August 26, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Bronson, H. C. “The Book of Mormon is the Stick of Ephraim.” Saints’ Herald 30 (1 September 1883): 565-66.

Argues that the tribe of Ephraim exists upon the Americas and that the Book of Mormon is referred to in Ezekiel 37:16 as the stick of Ephraim.

Cannon, George Q. “Traveling Through the Settlements—The Necessity of the Settlements Being Visited—Revelation—Bogus Authority of Sectarian Preachers—The Claim that the Canon of Scripture is Full—The Cause of There Being No Communication With God—Visitation of the Father and Son and Holy Angels to Joseph Smith—Mahomed—The World No Idea of the Character of God—Restoration of the Knowledge of God—Angels not Feathered Beings—No Wonder the World Has Gone Astray—Space Between Death and the Resurrection—The Reign of Satan—Joseph Smith Accomplished His Mission—Persecution—This Nation Making Joseph Smith a Prophet—No Surrendering the Kingdom of God—God Will Deliver His People—Temples—Shall Those Who Have Obeyed the Law of God Be Looked Down Upon By Those Who Have Not?—Conclusion.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 368–376.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Meetinghouse, Provo, Sunday Morning, September 2, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “Traveling Through the Settlements—The Necessity of the Settlements Being Visited—Revelation—Bogus Authority of Sectarian Preachers—The Claim that the Canon of Scripture is Full—The Cause of There Being No Communication With God—Visitation of the Father and Son and Holy Angels to Joseph Smith—Mahomed—The World Have No Idea of the Character of God—Restoration of the Knowledge of God—Angels not Feathered Beings—No Wonder the World Has Gone Astray—Space Between Death and the Resurrection—the Reign of Satan—Joseph Smith Accomplished His Mission—Persecution—This Nation Making Joseph Smith a Prophet—No Surrendering the Kingdom of God—God Will Deliver His People—Temples—Shall Those Who Have Obeyed the Law of God Be Looked Down Upon By Those Who Have not?—Conclusion.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 1–3.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Meetinghouse, Provo, Sunday Morning, September 2, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Penrose, Charles W. “Elders Always Ready for Duty—No Salaried Preachers in the Church—No Compulsion in the Work of the Elders—The Liberty of Law—Sin Brings Its Penalties, Righteousness a Sure Reward—Assumption of Divine Authority—Restoration of the Ancient Priesthood—Religion in Politics—The Secret Ballot—The One-Man-Power—The Liquor Traffic—Civil and Religious Freedom for All—The Effects of this Work on the World.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 302–313.

Discourse by Elder Charles W. Penrose, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, September 23, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Snow, Erastus. “Present Revelation—Work Required of the Priesthood—Improvement Among the People—More Improvement Necessary—Faith in the Ordinances Required—Design of God in Relation to the Children of the Saints.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 35–39.

Remarks by Elder Erastus Snow, delivered at the General Conference, Friday Afternoon, October 5, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Richards, Franklin D. “Retrospective Review of the Providences of God in Relation to the Saints—The Wrath and Schemes of Men Turned to the Advantage of God’s People—The Order of God’s Church Perfect—The Wicked Disturbed By Judgments, While The Righteous Enjoy Peace—The Administration of the Law of God in Relation to Offenses—Should Be Resigned to The Will of God in All Things.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 278–286.

Discourse by Apostle Franklin D. Richards, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Saturday Morning, October 6 (Semi-Annual Conference), 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Richards, Franklin D. “Retrospective Review of the Providences of God in Relation to the Saints—The Wrath and Schemes of Men Turned to the Advantage of God’s People—The Order of God’s Church Perfect—The Wicked Disturbed By Judgments While the Righteous Enjoy Peace—The Administration of the Law of God in Relation to Offences—Should Be Resigned to the Will of God in All Things.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 331–338.

Discourse by Apostle Franklin D. Richards, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Saturday Morning, October 6 (Semi-Annual Conference), 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “Privilege of Meeting Together—We Are Here to Do Our Father’s Will—All Dependent Upon God for Assistance, Guidance and Direction—The Lord Revealed to Adam the Purpose of Sacrifice—Adam, Before His Death, Called His Family Together and Blessed Them and Prophesied—Many Spirits Have Been Destined to Hold Certain Positions Among Men—Why We Are Gathered—We Must Follow the Teachings of the Spirit, and Honor the Priesthood in All Its Callings—Prepare Ourselves to Enter Holy Places—The Priesthood Must not Tolerate Iniquity—The Church Must Be Purified—Concluding Exhortations.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 128–135.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered at a Priesthood Meeting, held in the Salt Lake Assembly Hall, Saturday Evening, October 6, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “Introductory Remarks—Increased Faith in God—The Ideas Advanced By Joseph Smith—Lapse of Eighteen Centuries and No Voice From the Heavenly Worlds!—Joseph Smith’s Testimony in Regard to the Father and the Son and Holy Angels—The Effect of His Revelations Upon the Minds of Men—Spiritualism—The One Power Through Which Godliness, the Power of God, and the Gifts of God Can Be Made Manifest With Safety, i.e., the Priesthood—Joseph Smith Did Not Attempt to Preach the Gospel Until He Was Duly Commissioned of God—John the Baptist—The Higher Priesthood—The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Stands Alone—The Results Following the Restoration of the Gospel—Wonderful Faith of the Latter-Day Saints Considering Their Traditions—Progress of the Church—The Generation Growing Up in These Mountains—Conclusion.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 339–346.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Morning (Semi-Annual Conference), October 7, 1833. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “The President Feeling a Little Weak in Body Asked the Considerate Attention of the Congregation—God Interested in the Welfare of All the Human Family—The Organization of the Church, and the Responsibility Resting Upon the Priesthood—God Has Given to Everyone a Portion of His Spirit—The Promptings of that Spirit—The Wickedness of the Inhabitants of the Earth in the Days of Noah—Why the Flood Came—The Ante-Diluvians Would not Repent—The Gospel Again Preached As a Warning—Persecution—Our Relationship to this Nation in a Political Point of View—A Commonwealth Has Been Built Up in These Mountains by the ‘Mormons’ Under the Blessing of God—Unfairly Treated as a People By the Parent Government—The Latter-day Saints Have Rights Which They Will Seek Legally to Maintain—Conclusion.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 287–296.

Discourse by President John Taylor and President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, October 7, Semi-Annual Conference, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Smith, John H. “A Marvelous Work and a Wonder.” The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star 45, no. 41 (8 October 1883): 648-52.

Isaiah 29 prophesies future events concerning the Book of Mormon. The history of the Church proves that the Mormon church is a marvelous work and a wonder. Most of the persecution against the Church stems from the Book of Mormon.

Wells, Daniel H. “The Principles of the Gospel Promote Unity, Faith and Love—The Human Family Are Free Agents—The Evidence of Our Having Descended From the Gods—The World is Fulfilling Its Destiny—The Church and Kingdom of God Arising in Influence and Power—The Restoration of the Holy Priesthood—Plural Marriage—More Happiness in Doing Right Than Wrong—All Real Enjoyment Comes From God—The Latter-Day Saints Trust in God—‘Mormonism’ the Only Religion Worth Living For—The Christianity of the Period a Tremendous Imposition Upon the Children of Men—‘Mormonism’ Will Extend Further and Further—Conclusion.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 314–321.

Discourse by Counselor Daniel H. Wells, delivered in the Salt Lake Assembly Hall, Sunday Afternoon, October 28, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Reynolds, George. “The Mounds and Their Builders.” Juvenile Instructor 18, no. 21 (1883): 331.

Sees mounds near St. Louis, Missouri, as evidence for the Book of Mormon and speculates that the mounds are the remains of the cement houses spoken of in Helaman 3.

Keywords: Ancient America, Book of Mormon Geography, Book of Mormon Geography – Heartland, Cement
Reynolds, George. “The Mounds and Their Builders.” Juvenile Instructor 18, no. 21 (1883): 331.

Sees mounds near St. Louis, Missouri, as evidence for the Book of Mormon and speculates that the mounds are the remains of the cement houses spoken of in Helaman 3.

Keywords: Ancient America, Book of Mormon Geography, Book of Mormon Geography – Heartland, Cement
Richards, Franklin D. “Occasion for Gratitude—The Rising Generation—Latter-Day Saints Should Sanctify Themselves—Growth of the Kingdom of God—Prosperity of Logan and Cache County—The Introduction of Saloons: A Remedy to Prevent Their Extension—A Time of Peace—Who Are Preached of Righteousness—The Temple: How It May Speedily be Finished—Spreading the Gospel—Gathering of the Jews to Jerusalem—Exhortation to Faithfulness—The Reward of the Righteous.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 326–330.

Remarks by Apostle Franklin D. Richards, delivered at the Quarterly Conference, Logan, Sunday Morning, November 4, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Teasdale, George. “Highly Essential that the Latter-day Saints Should Be Taught in the Things of God—Belief in the Lord Jesus Christ—The Object of Being Latter-Day Saints—The Proper Education of Our Children—The Kind of Men By Whom They Should Be Educated.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 322–325.

Remarks by Apostle George Teasdale, delivered at the Quarterly Conference, Logan, Sunday Morning, November 4, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Pratt, Orson. “The Book of Mormon: Autograph Letter of Orson Pratt.” Deseret News 32 (28 November 1883): 707.

Letter written by Orson Pratt May 2, 1876, bearing testimony to a friendly inquirer of the gospel. Advises the correspondent that he can know that the Book of Mormon is true.

Royle, J. C. “Faith and Credulity.” The Earnest Worker 1 (December 1883): n.p.

Asserts that the witnesses of the Book of Mormon were only carrying out a “cunning trick arranged for them by Joseph Smith”

Cannon, George Q. “Conditions on Which the Saints Shall Prevail—Prevalence of Peace—The Feeling in the East—Falsehoods Swallowed By a Credulous Public—No Real Injury—Immediate Promises—Only One Thing to Be Feared—The Saints Shall Prevail—The Saints Shall Prevail Through Faithfulness—This Praise of the World a Signal for Sorrow—Power of a United People—The Fiercest Persecution Antecedent to Polygamy—Salt that Has Lost Its Savor—Only One Channel of Revelation—Vox Dei, Vox Populi—The Aaronic and Melchizedek Priesthoods—Writing and Speaking—Spirits that Peep and Mutter—Deceitful Devices of the Enemy—The Men Who Have Authority—The Parable of the Ship—The Man Who Presides—Invocation.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 357–367.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Salt Lake Assembly Hall, Sunday Afternoon, December 2, 1833. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “The Age in Which We Live—The Position the Latter-Day Saints Occupy—The Progress They Have Made Through the Medium of the Gospel—The Hatred Manifested Against the Saints of God—Cain—Sufferings of Former-Day Saints—Sufferings of the Latter-Day Saints—The Attacks of Religious Fanatics and Political Demagogues—The Mormons Are not Scared—Duties of the Latter-Day Saints—The Consequences of Allowing Our Children to Be Educated By Our Enemies—The Work of Our Enemies—Their Aims—Freedom Extended to All Sects in Utah—What the Mormons Claim—Their Belief in Plural Marriage—Institutions Introduced By Christian Civilizers—No Yielding of the Principles God Has Revealed—Conclusion.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. 1884, 347–356.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in Kaysville, Davis County, Sunday, December 9, 1883. Reported By: John Irvine.

Ells, Josiah. “Stick of Ephraim.” Saints’ Herald 30 (22 December 1883): 817-18.

A rebuttal to an earlier article written by E. H. Gurley, Josiah Ells defends the claims that Ezekiel 39 and Hosea 8:12 refer to the Book of Mormon. He mentions the gathering of the lost ten tribes and the grammatical structure of those prophesies.

Pratt, Orson. “The Book of Mormon: Autograph Letter of Orson Pratt.” The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star 45, no. 52 (24 December 1883): 830-31.

Because the prophet Joseph Smith took no credit for the discovery of the ancient plates and the translation thereof, men have criticized this book more than any other. Had he claimed to have found and translated them by his own genius, people would believe the Book of Mormon and proclaim Joseph a clever and learned man. The Book of Mormon is filled with internal evidences of its divinity, and there are also the testimonies of the witnesses.

1884
Kelley, Edmund Levi, and Clark Braden. Public Discussion of the Issues Between Re-Organized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and the Church of Christ. St. Louis, MO: Christian, 1884.

A record of three long debates that took place in Kirtland, Ohio, between the two authors. Items discussed include the question concerning the divine origin of the Book of Mormon and the role or non-role of the Spaulding manuscript in the coming forth of the Book of Mormon.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Great Britain. The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star: Vol. 46, 1884. 52 issues. Manchester; Liverpool: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Great Britain, 1884.
Richards, Franklin D. “Bibliography of Utah: Book of Mormon.” N.p., July 1884.

In answer to questions by historian Herbert Bancroft, Richards gave a brief overview of the Book of Mormon story and how it came forth. This account contains many quotes concerning the Book of Mormon from Joseph Smith, Orson Pratt, and others.

Watson, Wingfield. “The Book of Mormon. An Essay on Its Claims and Prophecies.” Boyne, MI: n.p., 1884.

In defense of the Book of Mormon, this author briefly explains the contents of the book, then gives twelve truths about it, some of which are: no man can prove that it is not true; there is no ground to reject it as revelation from God; it is supported by witnesses; is not opposed in any way to science; it does not oppose the teachings of the Bible; its teachings improve lives.

Watt, George D. Journal of Discourses, Volume 24. Volume 24 of Journal of Discourses, Reported by Geo. F. Gibbs, John Irvine, and Others. Liverpool: John Henry Smith, 1884.

Original title: Journal of Discourses by President John Taylor, His Counsellors, the Twelve Apostles, and Others, Vol 24

Weed, Harriet A., ed. Autobiography of Thurlow Weed. Boston: Houghton, Mifflin, and Company, 1884.

Pages 358-59 contain Thurlow Weed’s recollection of his rejection of the opportunity to print the Book of Mormon in 1830. He considers Joseph Smith to have been an impostor.

Watt, George D. Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. Volume 25 of Journal of Discourses, Reported by Geo. F. Gibbs, John Irvine, and Others. Liverpool: John Henry Smith, 1884.

Original title: Journal of Discourses by President John Taylor, His Counsellors, the Twelve Apostles, and Others, Vol 25

Cannon, George Q. “Testimonies of the Servants of God—Illogical Manner in Which They Are Met—Only True Way to Obtain a Knowledge of the Gospel—Secret of the Strength of the Church of Christ—Work to Be Accomplished—Struggle Between Satan and God—Influence Brought to Bear Against the Saints.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 22–28.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, January 6, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Woodruff, Wilford. “‘Truth is Mighty and Will Prevail’—Introduction of the Principles of Eternal Truth—Fulfillment of Prophecy in Our Own Time—Principles of the Gospel Worthy of Consideration—Their Unpopularity—Peculiar Position of the Latter-Day Saints—The Kingdom of God Predicted By the Prophets—Joseph Smith—No Power Can Stay the Hand of Almighty—The Gospel of Christ is the Law of Salvation—Persecution—Polygamy—Treat Our Fellow Men Aright—Commencement of the Millennium—Warfare Between God and the Devil—Faith—the Secret of the Strength of the Saints—Responsibility of Rulers, Etc.—Responsibility of the Saints.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 4–12.

Discourse by President Wilford Woodruff, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, January 6, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Teasdale, George. “Joseph Smith’s Testimony Never Proven False—Primitive Organization of the Church—Work of Christ not Completed When He Said, ‘It is Finished’—Why Should So Much Fault Be Found With the Latter-Day Saints?—The World’s Objection to ‘Mormonism’—History of the Apostles—Authority to Preach the Gospel Restored—Temples—Baptism for the Dead—Book of Mormon—Restoration of the Priesthood—Cause of Persecution—No Surrender—Plural Marriage.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 13–22.

Discourse by Apostle George Teasdale, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, January 13, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Morgan, John. “Self-Existent Truths—‘The Poor Have the Gospel Preached to Them’—Repentance—Faith—‘The Doctrine of Baptisms’—The ‘Laying on of Hands’—Too Strong a Doctrine to Be Endured—The Conflict in Which the Saints Are Engaged—Temples and Their Uses—Salvation for the Dead.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 74–83.

Discourse by Elder John Morgan, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, January 20, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Roberts, B. H. “Joseph Smith’s Mission—Necessity for Such a Mission—Evidences of Apostasy—Restoration of the Gospel and Establishment of the Kingdom of God—Hatred and Persecution Accorded to Joseph Smith, An Evidence of His Divine Calling—Further Proof of Inspiration.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 130–143.

Lecture by Elder Brigham H. Roberts, of Centerville, Delivered Under the Auspices of the Mutual Improvement Association, in the Fourteenth Ward Assembly Rooms, Salt Lake City, Monday Evening, January 28, 1884. Reported By: James D. Stirling.

Snow, Erastus. “Near Coming of Christ—Work to Be Accomplished—Temples Already Built, and Many More Yet to Be Built—Redemption of the Dead—Ezekiel’s Vision—How Long Will It Take to Warn the World?—Will the Lord Delay His Coming Until All this Work is Accomplished?—Joseph Smith’s Mission on Earth and Behind the Veil—Another Mission to Be Undertaken—The Resurrection of Joseph Smith Near—The Meaning of the Expression, ‘The Morning of the First Resurrection.’.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 29–35.

Discourse by Apostle Erastus Snow, delivered in the Tabernacle, Logan, Saturday Afternoon, February 2, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “Object of Assembling—A Peculiar People—Saints Misrepresented in All Ages—Statistics—Opposition Expected—Plural Marriage—Early Persecution—‘Twin Relics’—Why the Saints Gather to Zion.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 84–96.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, Feb. 10, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Smith, Joseph Fielding. “Desirable Condition of the Saints—Characteristics of Prophets—The Governing Power of God in Human Affairs—Man’s Ingratitude Toward God—The Enlightening Power of God’s Spirit—Man’s Origin, Probation and Destiny—A Base Conception of the Object of Life—The Savior’s Noble Example—The Source of True Happiness—Great Truths Revealed Through Joseph Smith—Eternal Associations and Destiny of the Saints—How to Attain to a Knowledge of the Things of Eternity.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 51–60.

Discourse by President Joseph F. Smith, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, February 17, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “Remarks.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 346–363.

Remarks by President John Taylor, before the High Council of Salt Lake Stake of Zion, February 20, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Lyman, Francis M. “Necessity of Faith—The Holy Ghost—Importance of the Sacrament—Warfare Between God and the Power of Evil—A True Latter-Day Saint Cannot Be Converted—Knowledge of the Truth Can Only Be Received From God—None Will Suffer As Christ Suffered—God Overrules All Things for the Good of His People—The Organization of the Church of God is Perfect—Proper Training of the Children of the Saints.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 60–68.

Discourse by Apostle Francis M. Lyman, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, Feb. 24, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Snow, Erastus. “Work of God the Same in All Ages—The Millennium—Christ the Prophet of Whom Moses Spake—What Makes the Saints Steadfast—Cause of Apostasy—Duty of the Saints.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 68–73.

Remarks by Apostle Erastus Snow, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, Feb. 24, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Snow, Erastus. “Conspicuous Position of the Saints—Early Persecutions—Historical Facts that Ought to Be Published in Book Form—Anomalous Treatment of Utah—Governor Young’s Policy and that of His Successors Different—Isaiah’s Prophecy Fulfilled—The Edmunds Law—The Saints Will Yet Conquer—The Real Object of Attack—The Result Predicted.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 101–112.

Discourse by Apostle Erastus Snow, delivered in the Assembly Hall, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, March 9, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Brand, E. C. “The Book of Mormon: Elder Brand’s Objections to Mr. Royle’s Article.” The Utah Evangelist 1 (April 1884): n.p.

response to Royle, J. C. “Faith and Credulity” Earnest Worker 1 (December 1883): n.p. Asserts that the witnesses of the Book of Mormon were only carrying out a “cunning trick arranged for them by Joseph Smith”

Brand, E. C. “The Book of Mormon: Elder Brand’s Objections to Mr. Royle’s Article.” The Utah Evangelist 1 (April 1884): n.p. Response to Royle, J. C. “Faith and Credulity” Earnest Worker 1 (December 1883): n.p.

Asserts that the original translation of the Book of Mormon is in the hands of one of the witnesses. It is perfect and complete. There is no evidence to prove that it was taken from the Spaulding Manuscript.

Cannon, George Q. “Topics of the Times.” Juvenile Instructor 19 (1 April 1884): 106-8.

Speaks concerning Martin Harris’s visit with Professor Anthon and David Whitmer as one of the witnesses of the gold plates.

McNiece, Robert G. “Reply to Mr. Brand.” The Utah Evangelist 1 (April 1884): n.p.

Response to Brand, E. C. “The Book of Mormon: Elder Brand’s Objections to Mr. Royle’s Article” The Utah Evangelist 1 (April 1884): n.p., which is a response to Royle, J. C. “Faith and Credulity” Earnest Worker 1 (December 1883): n.p. Asserts that the witnesses of the Book of Mormon were only carrying out a “cunning trick arranged for them by Joseph Smith”

Thatcher, Moses. “Hatred Towards Saints—Its Cause—Hope of the Saints—Constitutional Rights—Loyal Intentions.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 113–116.

Discourse by Apostle Moses Thatcher, delivered at the General Conference, Friday Afternoon, April 4, 1884. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Kelley, E. L. “The Book of Mormon: The Story of Its Origins.” Saints’ Herald (5 April 1884): 209-10.

Defends David Whitmer’s testimony of the Book of Mormon, which was misquoted in a local newspaper. Both the misquotation and Whitmer’s true testimony are included. Whitmer affirms his belief in the Book of Mormon.

Young, Brigham, Jr. “Uniting of Temporal Interests—Not An Obsolete Principle—Improvement Among the Saints—Need of Being More Self-Sustaining—Works to Be Accomplished.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 117–119.

Remarks by Apostle Brigham Young, delivered at the General Conference, on Saturday Morning, April 5, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “Predictions in the Book of Mormon—Evidence of Its Divinity—Proof that Joseph Smith Was Inspired—Predictions Concerning the Indians Fulfilled—Coming Forth of the Book of Mormon Foretold—Plainness of Its Teachings—Prediction Relating to Sidney Rigdon—Only Two Churches—Other Prophecies Being Fulfilled.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 119–129.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City (to the General Conference assembly), Sunday Morning, April 6, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Smith, Joseph Fielding. “Divine Mission of Joseph Smith—Prediction and Promise Fulfilled—Many Others Will Yet Be Verified—The World’s Hatred of the Saints—Indisputable Evidence of the Divine Origin of the Church—No Power Can Destroy It—Missionaries Should Go to the Fields to Which They Are Called—The Effects of Obedience and Its Opposite.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 97–101.

Remarks by President Joseph F. Smith, delivered at the General Conference, on Sunday Morning, April 6, 1884. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Boyle, William. “Statement of David Whitmer.” The Utah Evangelist 1 (May 1884).

Provides a letter from E. C. Brand calling attention to David Whitmer’s testimony of the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon. Includes Whitmer’s condemnation of Joseph Smith’s activities following 1830.

Cannon, George Q. “Kind of God the Saints Believe In—Skepticism in the World—Miracles Not Due to a Suspension of Law—Results of Faith Exercised By the Saints—Providence in Their Favor—Ideas As to the Form and Attributes of Heavenly Beings—How Joseph Smith Obtained His Knowledge—What Our Faith Has Cost.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 148–160.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Evening (Quarterly Conference, Salt Lake Stake), May 4, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Richards, Franklin D. “Temples the Gates of Heaven—Feelings and Reflections—Around in the Temple—The Work Before the Saints—Sayings of the Savior As to Marriage in the Resurrection Explained—Glorious Hopes Inspired By the Gospel—Enoch and His City—The Three Nephites and John.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 230–237.

Discourse by Apostle Franklin D. Richards, delivered in the Tabernacle, Logan, Cache County, Saturday Afternoon (Quarterly Conference), May 17, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “Manifestations to Be Looked For—Some Already Received—Many Things Known Which Can not Be Told Yet—The Work Required of the Saints—Other and More Splendid Temples to Be Built—Persons Required to Labor in the Temples—Kind of Men Wanted to Go Upon Missions—Self-Denial Required—Blessings in Store for the Faithful.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 176–188.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered at the time of the Dedication of the Temple, in the Tabernacle, Logan, Cache County, Sunday Afternoon, May 18, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “The Logan Temple—Circumstances Under Which the Nauvoo Temple Was Built—Faith Required for Such a Work—Retrospective View—Admission of a Congressman—Completeness of the Gospel not Due to Man’s Wisdom—Remarkable Characteristic of Many Early Members of the Church—Salvation for the Dead.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 166–176.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, May 25, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Snow, Erastus. “How Judgment Should Be Formed—Effects of the Gospel—Wherein is the Efficacy of Baptism—Who Are Benefited By It—Persecutions Endured By the Saints—Effects of Persecution.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 194–201.

Discourse by Apostle Erastus Snow, delivered in the Stake Meetinghouse, Ephraim, Saturday Afternoon (Quarterly Conference), May 31, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “Temples—Requirements Made of Those Who Seek to Enter Temples—A Woman States Her Case to President Taylor, in Which Arises Some Singular and Serious Questions—The Saints Ought to Be Progressing—They Should Seek to Do the Will of God—Duties of Presiding Officers—Evildoers Should Be Brought to Account and Dealt With—God is Merciful—the Celestial Kingdom.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 160–166.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the Tabernacle, Cache County, Sunday Afternoon, June 15, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Briggs, E. C. “Letter to Bro. Joseph Smith.” Saints’ Herald 31 (21 June 1884): 396-97.

A letter describing a conversation between E. C. Briggs and David Whitmer. David Whitmer spoke of the vision of the angel and the gold plates, the process of translation, and of an attempt by Orson Pratt to purchase the final manuscript for printing.

Cannon, George Q. “The Saints Will Triumph Through Faithfulness—Warfare of Satan to Continue—Joseph’s Predictions that the Government Would Be Arrayed Against the Saints, Fulfilled—Internal Strife to Dismember the Government—God the Friend of His People.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 238–244.

Remarks by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, June 22, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Young, Brigham, Jr. “Visit to Arizona and New Mexico—Condition of the Settlements—Our Enemies—The ‘Obnoxious Doctrine’—Things Pertaining to Conscience—The Saints Striving to Live Their Religion—Prosperity on Every Hand—Persecution—Temples—The Load the Saints Are Carrying—Conclusion.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 189–193.

Discourse by Apostle Brigham Young, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, June 22, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Anthony, R. J. “Book of Mormon.” Saints’ Herald 31 (28 June 1884): 416-18.

Explains why the Book of Mormon is necessary in the latter days and gives biblical evidence of its divinity. Discusses the return of the Jews to Israel and specifically refutes the Spaulding theory, saying that “if [Joseph Smith and Sidney Rigdon] were thieves, I claim God was in the conspiracy”

Cannon, John Q. “Missionary Labors Reviewed—Testimony Gained—Predictions Fulfilled—Condition of the World—Prospects of the Swiss and German Mission—Class of Men Selected By the Lord for His Work—Restoration of the Gospel—The Priesthood Necessary—How It Was Restored—Ancient Prophecies Concerning the Latter-Day Work—Why the Saints Are Hated—Persecution Predicted—Political Aspect—Revelation Necessary—Distinction Between the Holy Ghost and the Spirit Given to Every Man—True Education—How Joseph Smith and Orson Pratt Obtained Theirs—How Abraham and Moses Were Taught—Action of Congress Considered.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 202–217.

Discourses by Elder John Q. Cannon, President Wilford Woodruff and President John Taylor, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, June 29, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

F., J. B. “American Antiquities.” Juvenile Instructor 19 (15 July 1884, 1 August 1884, 15 August 1884): 222, 235, 250-51.

Correct answers concerning the origins of past civilizations in the Americas were not found until the Book of Mormon was published. Discusses mounds in North and South America. Notes distinct historical periods in Mexico, Central America, and Peru.

F., J.B. “American Antiquities.” Juvenile Instructor 19, no. 14 (1884): 222.

Correct answers concerning the origins of past civilizations in the Americas were not found until the Book of Mormon was published. Discusses mounds in North and South America. Notes distinct historical periods in Mexico, Central America, and Peru.

Keywords: Ancient America, Book of Mormon Geography – Heartland, Mesoamerica, North America, South America
Smith, Joseph Fielding. “The Object of Cooperation—It is Right to Sustain One’s Friend—Economy Should Be Observed By All—Our Friends Are They Who Aid Us in Time of Need—Keep the Sabbath Day Holy.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 244–252.

Discourse by Joseph F. Smith, delivered in the Ogden Tabernacle, Saturday Afternoon, July 18, 1884, being the Quarterly Conference of the Weber Stake of Zion. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “Nature of the Gospel, and of Our Position and Calling—Responsibilities of the Latter-Day Saints—The Right of All Men to Religious Freedom—Honorable Men of the Earth—We Aim at a Higher Exaltation Than the Rest of the World.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 322–326.

Remarks by President John Taylor, delivered in the Tabernacle, Ogden, Sunday Afternoon, July 20, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Penrose, Charles W. “Religious Liberty Guaranteed By the Constitution—Not Mere Freedom of Belief—Where the Line Should Be Drawn—Natural Rights Must Be Protected—Danger of Special Legislation—Object of the Gathering of the Saints—Establishment of God’s Kingdom—Literal Fulfillment of Prophecy—Restoration of the Christian Church—Authority of the Priesthood—Lack of Divine Authority—Proofs of the Divine Mission of the Latter-Day Saints—Plural Marriage a Religious Institution—A Bible Doctrine—Constitutional Right to Practice It.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 218–230.

Remarks by Elder Charles W. Penrose, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, July 26, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Coyner, J. M. “Extract from Address before National Teacher’s Convention, Madison, Wisconsin.” The Utah Evangelist 2/2 (August 1884): n.p.

The first mark of Mormonism is deception. It was founded upon the Spaulding Manuscript, palmed off as golden plates.

F., J.B. “American Antiquities (Continued).” Juvenile Instructor 19, no. 15 (1884): 235.

Correct answers concerning the origins of past civilizations in the Americas were not found until the Book of Mormon was published. Discusses mounds in North and South America. Notes distinct historical periods in Mexico, Central America, and Peru.

Keywords: Ancient America, Book of Mormon Geography – Heartland, Mesoamerica, North America, South America
Cannon, George Q. “The Priesthood—The Future Glory in Store for All Those Who Receive and Magnify the Priesthood—Without the Priesthood ‘No Man Can See the Face of God, Even the Father and Live’—Moses and the Children of Israel.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 288–295.

Remarks on Various Subjects by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in Paris, Bear Lake County, Idaho, Sunday Afternoon, August 10, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

F., J.B. “American Antiquities (Concluded).” Juvenile Instructor 19, no. 16 (1884): 250-251.

Correct answers concerning the origins of past civilizations in the Americas were not found until the Book of Mormon was published. Discusses mounds in North and South America. Notes distinct historical periods in Mexico, Central America, and Peru.

Keywords: Ancient America, Book of Mormon Geography – Heartland, Mesoamerica, North America, South America
Taylor, John H. “Why We Gather—Difference Between the Latter-Day Saints and the World—Organization of the Church in Former Days—Condition of the World Previous to the Restoration of the Gospel—The Reformers and the Work They Performed—All Men Enjoy a Portion of the Spirit of God—The Jews—The Gospel Must Be Preached—Organization of New Stakes—Missionaries’ Families to Be Provided for—Building Homes and Beautifying Them—The Destiny of Zion.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 261–267.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the Bowery at Rexburg, Bannock Stake, Idaho, Sunday Afternoon, Aug. 17, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “Attitude of Our Enemies Towards the Latter-day Saints—Their Hatred of the Priesthood—The Blessings Received Through the Priesthood.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 295–298.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in Hyde Park, Saturday afternoon, August 23, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “The Power of God Manifested in the Gathering of the Saints—Purposes of the Gathering—Satan’S Antagonism to the Work of God.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 298–302.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in Smithfield, Cache County, Saturday morning, August 23, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Kelley, William H. “Book of Mormon Committee Report.” Saints’ Herald 31 (23 August 1884): 545-48.

A report of a committee who compared the manuscript of the Book of Mormon (held by David Whitmer) with the Palmyra and Plano editions. Some differences and changes are noted.

Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. “Book of Mormon Committee Report.” Saints’ Herald 31 (23 August 1884): 545-48.

A committee was appointed to compare the first edition of the Book of Mormon with the 1884 edition used by the RLDS church. Though the changes are many, the doctrine is not affected.

Unattributed. “Book of Mormon Committee Report—Comparison of Differences in the Text of the Manuscript and the Palmyra Edition of the Book of Mormon.” Saints’ Herald 31 (23 August 1884): 545-48.

Report on the comparison made between the Palmyra or First Edition of the Book of Mormon, the current edition, and the manuscript that David Whitmer, Sr., had in his possession. While numerous changes exist they “do not affect the doctrine taught” Provides an extensive list of the changes.

Cannon, George Q. “Respect to the Dead—Consolation to the Bereaved—Instruction to the Saints—Resignation to the Will of the Almighty—Pity for the Murderers—Condemnation Awaiting Them at the Hands of a Just God—Retribution to Be Left for Him to Mete Out.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 275–288.

Remarks by President George Q. Cannon, Apostle Moses Thatcher, Elder George F. Gibbs, and President John Taylor, delivered at the Funeral Services over the remains of Elder John H. Gibbs, held in the Bowery attached to the Meetinghouse, Paradise, Sunday Afternoon, August 24, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “A Peculiar Work—Truth Opposed in All Ages—True Religion Never Persecutes Its Opponents—What the Truth Has Cost—With God on Our Side Victory is Sure—Saints Obligated to Spread the Gospel—Forbearance Commanded—A Temple-Building People—Feeling Manifested Towards the Saints—Civil Strife Coming.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 268–275.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, August 31, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “The Latter-day Saints Attract Much Attention—They Are the Victims of Scandal and Falsehood, But Have Been Sustained By the Spirit of Peace—God Has Revealed to Us the Purposes of Our Existence—God is the Father of Our Spirits—He Has Given Us An Agency—God Foreseeing that Adam Would Fall Prepared a Redeemer—We Are Here on the Earth to Prove Our Integrity and to Obtain a Knowledge of Good and Evil—The Conscience of Man is the Spirit of God Prompting Us to Do Right—God in His Wisdom Hides From Us the Glories Beyond the Veil—Conclusion.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 182–193.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, September 28, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “The Fulfillment of Ancient and Modern Prophecy—God the Friend of the Saints—Persons Guilty of Adultery Having Had Their Endowments Cannot Again Be Baptized.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 318–328.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Morning, October 5 (Semi-Annual Conference), 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Richards, Franklin D. “Remarks.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 371–376.

Discourse by Apostle Franklin D. Richards, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Morning, October 5, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Richards, Franklin D. “Blessings Follow Certain Ordinances.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 1–3.

Discourse by Apostle Franklin D. Richards, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Morning, October 5, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “Design of God in Relation to the Earth and Its Inhabitants—Power of Satan—The Two Zions—What is Required of the Saints—A Priesthood in the Heavens, As Well As on the Earth—Duties of the Priesthood—Would-Be Advisers—Celestial Marriage—Distinction Between Polygamy and Prostitution—Government Officers Discriminating in Favor of the Latter—Unchastity Not to Be Tolerated in the Church—Charity Advised—Class of People Who Accuse the Saints of Crime—Criminal Statistics—Horrifying Statements of Crime in the Eastern States—Warning to the Saints.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 303–317.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Monday and Tuesday (Semi-Annual Conference), October 6 and 7, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “Priesthood—Its Authority Necessary to Administer in the Ordinances of the Gospel—This Principle Well Illustrated in the Life and Example of the Prophet Joseph—Jesus Officiated By Virtue of the Melchizedek Priesthood—Descent of the Priesthood From Adam—Necessity of Temples in Which the Power of the Priesthood Can Be Exercised for Those Who Died Without the Gospel—Restoration of the Priesthood in These Last Days—The Legitimate Acts of Those Holding the Priesthood Are Acknowledged and Ratified By the Lord—Binding Power of the Holy Priesthood—Opposition of Satan to the Priesthood—Virtues of the Latter-Day Saints—Conclusion.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 241–253.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Ogden, Sunday Morning, October 18, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “The Gathering—The Lord Will Punish the Wicked—Polygamy and Prostitution—Statistics of Crime Committed By Mormons and Non-Mormons—The Wickedness of the New England States—The Debased Position of U. S. Officials As Exhibited in the Courts of Utah.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 341–359.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered at Ogden, Sunday, October 19, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Whitney, Orson F. “The Aaronic Priesthood.” Contributor 6, November 1884, 41–44.

History of Aaronic Priesthood

Cannon, George Q. “Similarity of Circumstances Surrounding Former and Latter-Day Saints—God is No Respecter of Persons—Revelation to Enoch—Christ Preached to the Spirits in Prison Between the Times of His Crucifixion and Resurrection—All Must Hear the Gospel, and Be Judged Thereby—We Must Progress or Retrograde.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 77–87.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, November 9, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “The Law of Marriage in Ancient Israel—Its Application to Us—The Latter-Day Saints Distinct From the Rest of the World—Evils Resulting From Marriages Between the Saints and Those not of Our Faith.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 25. 1884, 360–371.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Stake Meetinghouse, Ephraim, Sanpete County, November 16, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Penrose, Charles W. “The Personality of God—Vagueness of the Common Idea of Deity—Who and What God Is—The Spirits of Men the Offspring of God—Spirit not Immaterial—The Trinity Creed of Christendom—Man May Become Like God in His Glory.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 18–29.

Discourse by Elder Charles W. Penrose, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, November 16, 1884. Reported By: Arthur Winter.

Cannon, George Q. “Causes that Govern Us in Settling New Places—Our Respect for the Constitution of Our Country—We Must not Concede Principle for the Privilege of State Government—Practical Men Have Held Office—The Kingdom of God Protects All Religion—Holding the Priesthood Should not Disqualify From Holding Civil Office or Giving Counsel.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 3–17.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Provo, Sunday Afternoon, Nov. 20, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “The Way to Find Out God—Testimony of the Elders—‘Whoso Receiveth You Receiveth Me’—The Missionary Learns to Know God is His Friend—We Must Suffer Persecution—Fruits of the Spirit—‘Mormon’ Society—Trouble for the Wicked in the Future—Saints to Maintain Freedom and to Uphold the Constitution.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 281–286.

Remarks by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, Nov. 23, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “The Gathering—Our Territorial Condition and Organization—The Eternal Nature of Our Covenants—The Law of Ancient Israel, Which Required a Man to Marry His Brother’s Widow—Settlement of the Difficulty Connected With the Utah Lake and Jordan River Dam—The Flood—The Lord Will Sustain and Uphold Us—We Must Not Associate With the Wicked.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 66–76.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the Stake Meetinghouse, Provo, Sunday Morning, November 30, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Whitney, Orson F. “The Aaronic Priesthood, Part 2.” Contributor 6, December 1884, 81–85.

History of Aaronic Priesthood

Cannon, George Q. “The Second Coming of Our Savior—Preaching of the Gospel and the Signs Following—the Gathering—Hatred of the World Toward the Latter-Day Saints—No Power Can Overthrow the Work of God—Exhortations to Faithfulness.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 39–47.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, Dec. 7, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Calhoon, W. R. “The Book of Mormon.” Saints’ Herald 31 (13 December 1884): 801-2.

Personal testimony of the importance of the Book of Mormon. Includes a 12-stanza poem by Sr. Randall concerning “the precious boon” of the Book of Mormon. Exhorts RLDS people to “repent and remember the new covenant, even the Book of Mormon”

Cannon, George Q. “Power Attending the Action of General Conferences—God Confirms the Authority of His Servants By Manifestations of His Power and Favor—Joseph Smith Chosen and Ordained to Organize the Church of God—The Lord Revealed to the Saints His Choice of President Brigham Young, and Also of President John Taylor—God Blesses Every Man Who Will Magnify His Office and Calling, and Gives to One Man Only at a Time, Revelation to Govern the Church—Folly and Wickedness of Witchcraft.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 55–66.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, December 14, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “Object of Gathering—Our Principles and Organization Revealed From God—He is Cognizant of All Things—Our Faith not Affected By the Ideas of Men—Our Dependence Upon God—Enoch’s City—God’s Justice in Sending the Flood, and in the Destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah—His Judgments Will Come Upon Those Who Persecute His Saints—The Lord Will Bless His People—We Will Stand By the Constitution Though Others Ignore It.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 30–39.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Evening, December 14, 1884. Reported By: John Irvine.

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Anderson, Scott. Mormonism: By An Ex-Mormon Elder. Liverpool: Author, 1885.

A polemical tract on Mormonism, written by a former Mormon who claims that the Book of Mormon is full of mistakes and modernisms, and that it plagiarizes the Bible.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. A New Volume of Scripture: The Revelations of God to the Ancient Americans. Liverpool: Millennial Star Ofice, 1885.

A three-page advertisement announcing the availability of the Book of Mormon. Describes briefly the contents of the Book of Mormon.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Great Britain. The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star: Vol. 47, 1885. 52 issues. Manchester; Liverpool: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Great Britain, 1885.
Dickinson, Ellen E. New Light on Mormonism. New York: Funk and Wagnalls, 1885.

A polemical work on Mormonism. Pages 237-67 contain numerous affidavits relative to the Spaulding hypothesis.

Fairchild, James Harris. “Solomon Spaulding and the Book of Mormon.” Bibliotheca Sacra 42 (January 1885):173-74.

Fairchild gives his opinion, after comparing the Book of Mormon with the Spaulding manuscript, that there is “no resemblance between the two”

Johnson, Joseph. The Great Mormon Fraud: or The Church of Latter-Day Saints. Manchester: Butterworth & Nodal Printers, 1885.

A polemical work written against Mormonism. The Book of Mormon was likely plagiarized from the Spaulding manuscript. Book of Mormon anachronisms listed by the author include the absurd description of Jaredite barges, the alleged quoting of Shakespeare, Greek names and phrases, and Christian institutions before Christ. The practice of polygamy by the Mormons contradicts Book of Mormon teachings.

McDonald, Angus. Prophetic Numbers: Or the Rise, Progress, and Future Destiny of the Mormons by a Free Thinking Optical Professor, Who Will Deliver Lectures on the Subject, Illustrated by Stereopticon Dissolving Views, and Zodiacal Map. Salt Lake City: W. M. Egan, 1885.

Shows how using the prophetic numbers may prove that the establishment of the LDS church and the coming forth of the Book of Mormon fits the prophetic timetable found in the scriptures such as those in Daniel and the book of Revelation. Advocates that the Book of Mormon substantiates plural marriage.

Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. The “Manuscript Found” or “Manuscript Story” of the Late Rev. Solomon Spaulding, from a Verbatim Copy of the Original Now in the Care of Pres. James H. Fairchild, of Oberlin College, Ohio. Including Correspondence Touching the Manuscript, Its Preservation and Transmission until It Came into the Hands of the Publisher. Lamoni, Iowa: RLDS Church, 1885.

Explains the manner in which the Spaulding Manuscript was preserved and placed in the possession of the RLDS church. Includes letters from James H. Fairchild stating that the Spaulding theory for the Book of Mormon need be relinquished and from L. L. Rice explaining how he had obtained the manuscript. Includes a reprint of the manuscript.

Spaulding, Solomon. “The ‘Manuscript Found’: A Verbatim Copy of the Original.” Lamoni, Iowa: The Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 1885.

In 1884 L. L. Rice of Honolulu, Hawaii, discovered the Spaulding manuscript among some old antislavery documents in his possession. In the 1830s Rice had purchased Howe’s newspaper, The Painesville Telegraph, along with papers that had belonged to Howe. He apparently was unaware of the manuscript and its interest to Latter-day Saints and their detractors. Included with the manuscript was an affidavit written by Philastus Hurlbut, invoking the names of witnesses who knew the document to be the work of Spaulding. Rice donated the manuscript to James H. Fairchild, president of Oberlin College in Oberlin, Ohio, to be included in the college’s archival collection. It remains there today.

In 1885 the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints published the Spaulding manuscript, based on a copy made after it arrived in Oberlin. The following year, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints published it also, based on a copy Rice transcribed himself while the manuscript was still in his possession in Hawaii.

Keywords: Spaulding theory
Whitney, Orson F. “The Aaronic Priesthood, Part 3.” Contributor 6, 121–23.

History of Aaronic Priesthood

Teasdale, George. “Visit to the South—Testimony Obtained From God—Necessity and Benefits of Prayer.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 48–54.

Discourse by Apostle George Teasdale, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, January 11, 1885. Reported By: John Irvine.

Cannon, George Q. “Importance of Our Sunday Schools and Mutual Improvement Associations—The Good Work Done By Them in Qualifying Young Men to Be Missionaries—Necessity of Teaching Our Children the Principle of Virtue—Determination of Our Enemies to Destroy the Work of God—The Lord Will Build Up His Kingdom in His Own Way—He Will Stand By Us If We Are Valiant—God Raised up Men to Form the Constitution and Establish the Government of the United States—Self-Preservation Requires Us to Be United—All Reputable Men Among the Latter-Day Saints Hold the Priesthood—We Have to Contend With Mobocracy in Legal Form and Guise—this Work Depends Upon God—Our Enemies Have No Power to Injure Us—No One Has Prospered in Opposing the Work of God—The Lord Will Stand By Us in the Hour of Need—Conclusion.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 136–148.

Discourse by President George Q. Cannon, delivered in the Tabernacle, Ogden, Sunday Morning, January 18, 1885. Reported By: John Irvine.

Richards, Franklin D. “Our Labors Are Interesting and Peculiar—Character of the Latter-Day Saints—The Blessing and Privilege of Priesthood—The Primary Associations—Our Warfare is One of Faith—We Must Importune for Our Rights—Necessity for Good Lawyers—The Gift of Wisdom—Persecution Will Tend to Unite Us—We Should Be Pure.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 98–104.

Discourse by Apostle Franklin D. Richards, delivered in the Tabernacle, Ogden, Sunday Afternoon, January 18, 1885. Reported By: John Irvine.

Taylor, John H. “Visit to the South—Persecution in Arizona—An American Siberia—Persecutions in Missouri and Illinois not the Result of Polygamy—Affecting Reference to the Martyrdom of Joseph and Hyrum—Judgment Begins at the House of God—No Man Has a Right to Attempt to Control Another’s Belief or Conscience—Ex Post Facto Application of the Edmunds Law—Attempts of the Speaker to Conform to the Law As Far As Possible—Outrages Heaped Upon the Latter-Day Saints—No One Ever Punished, According to Law, for Killing a Mormon—The Saints Counseled to Endure Their Afflictions, Take Care of Themselves, and Serve God—Conclusion.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 148–157.

Discourse by President John Taylor, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, Feb. 1, 1885. Reported By: John Irvine.

Naisbitt, Henry W. “Communities Are Made Up of Family Organizations—The Marriage Relationship Instituted By the Almighty—Descent of the Human Family From God—Plural Marriage System of Ancient Israel—Potency of Love—Eternity of Marriage Necessarily Leads to Plural Marriage—Polygamic Form of Marriage Most Prevalent in the World—From Whence Monogamy is Derived—Monogamy Sometimes Necessary—Fruits of Monogamy and Plural Marriage Compared—The Marriage Covenant Changed From a Religious Rite to a Civil Contract—Marriage Requires the Sanction of the Holy Priesthood—The Saints Should not Marry Outside the Church.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 114–127.

Discourse by Elder Henry W. Naisbitt, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, March 8, 1885. Reported By: John Irvine.

Reynolds, George. “The Work of the Lord in the Sandwich Islands and in New Zealand—The Inhabitants of These Islands Probably Offshoots of the Nephites and Lamanites, and Consequently of the Blood of Israel—The Gentile Nations Have Measurably Rejected the Gospel, Hence Their Disunion and Skepticism—We Can Only Be United on the Principle of Righteousness—In God is Our Only Trust—We Cannot Compromise With Evil—Our Mission is to Do Good—Causes of Opposition to the Gospel—Education Can Only Modify, But the Holy Ghost Changes the Nature of Man—The Principle of Revelation Distinguishes Us From the Rest of the World—The Path of Duty is the Path of Safety and Blessing.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 157–163.

Remarks by Elder George Reynolds, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, March 29, 1885. Reported By: John Irvine.

Richards, Franklin D. “Present Conditions—The Hatred of the World Toward the Saints—Why the Leaders of the Church Are Attacked—The Purpose of Persecution—The Saints Need not Be Afflicted or Worried About the Present State of Affairs—The Sifting Process—The Epistle of the First Presidency—Work of God Always Met With Opposition—The Gospel Revealed in this Day Was the Gospel that Was Revealed to Adam—More Revelation to Be Given—Saints Must not Borrow Trouble—When a Nation Perverts Justice, Then Commences Its Downfall—The Constitution of the United States—Saints Must Commit No Overt Act—Exhortation to Faithfulness—Conclusion.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 164–173.

Discourse by Apostle Franklin D. Richards, delivered at the Annual Conference, held in the Tabernacle, Logan, Cache County, Saturday and Sunday, April 4 and 5, 1885. Reported By: John Irvine.

Richards, Franklin D. “Prosperous Condition of the Latter-Day Saints in the Valleys of the Mountains—The Kingdom of God is One of Peace, While Those of the World Are Kingdoms of War and Oppression—Exhortations to Faithfulness—We Must Trust in God and He Will Preserve Us—The Saints Are Not Using Carnal Weapons to Defend Themselves Against the Indians, Nor Against Their Enemies—If Necessary, We Should be Willing to Give Our Lives for the Cause of Truth—The Blessings of God Invoked Upon the Saints.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 253–259.

Remarks by Apostle Franklin D. Richards, delivered at the General Conference, held in Logan, April 6, 1885. Reported By: John Irvine.

Smith, John H. “Love of Home—Visit to Friends—Sent to Preside Over the European Mission—Former Ill-Health in England—Extensive System of Tract Distribution Inaugurated—Tribute to the Worth and Efficiency of the Missionaries—Report of the Condition of the Work in Various European Countries—Hatred Manifested Towards Us After the Murder of Our Brethren in Tennessee—America the Haven of Freedom—Truth Has Ever Met With Persecution—Professed Ministers of the Gospel our Greatest Enemies—No One Injured By Our Principles—Plural Marriage—The Social Evil—Conclusion.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 174–182.

Discourse by Apostle John Henry Smith, delivered at the Annual Conference, held in the Tabernacle, Logan, Cache County, Monday Morning, April 6, 1885. Reported By: John Irvine.

Thatcher, Moses. “The Speaker’s Pleasure in Again Meeting With the Saints, and Partaking of the Sacrament—The Companionship of the Holy Ghost is More Precious Than Gold—Future Destiny of the Saints—Their Love for the Mountains—Blessings Only Appreciated By Contrast—Nobility and Scarcity of Moral Courage—Tyranny of Public Opinion—We Cannot Love God and Hate Our Fellow Man—Men and Women Do Wrong When They Yield to the Influence of Satan—What Constitutes a Son of Perdition—Agencies Which Men Use, Compared to Electricity—Truth Has Ever Been Fiercely Opposed—Our Trials Are Agreeable to God’s Purposes—Conclusion.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 204–212.

Remarks by Apostle Moses Thatcher, delivered in Logan Tabernacle, Sunday, April 13, 1885. Reported By: F. E. Barker.

Whitney, Orson F. “God the Source of All Intelligence—Mankind His Offspring and the Instruments of His Will—He Overrules the Results of Men’s Actions—Pre-Existence of Man and Plurality of Worlds—The Gospel One and Unchangeable—Charges of Exclusiveness, Etc., Against the Saints—The Christian World Deny Revelation and Repudiate Bible Doctrine—Their Apostasy Predicted and Fulfilled—The Gospel Restored and the Last Dispensation—The Earth’s Week of History and Millennial Sabbath—What ‘Mormon’ Treason Consists of—The Mission of the American Republic—A Fable and Its Application—A Prophecy—The Peaceable Mission of the Saints.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 194–204.

Discourse by Bishop Orson F. Whitney, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, April 19, 1885. Reported By: John Irvine.

Penrose, Charles W. “The Dead Spaulding Story Buried Out of Sight.” The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star 47, no. 16 (20 April 1885): 248-50.

James H. Fairchild of the Oberlin College library recovered the Manuscript Found written by Solomon Spaulding. Fairchild claims that after comparing the Book of Mormon and Spaulding’s manuscript the theory that the two are related “will probably have to be relinquished”

Snow, Erastus. “The Creation, Male and Female—Calling of Enoch and Noah—God Selected Abraham and His Seed to Be a Chosen People—He Commanded His People to Multiply But Forbade Adultery and Whoredom in Every Form—Plural Marriage Enjoined Upon Abraham and His Seed to Make Them a Great People—The Principle of Life and Eternal Increase is a Spiritual Power—Modern Christendom Opposed to Large Families—Latter-Day Saints Encourage Them—The Edmunds Law Passed With the Pretence of Repressing Immorality Among the Mormons—That Mask of Hypocrisy Now Thrown Off—The Religious Sentiment of the Latter-Day Saints the Real Object of Persecution—Concluding Exhortations.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 213–227.

Discourse by Apostle Erastus Snow, delivered in the Tabernacle, Provo, Sunday Morning, May 31 (Quarterly Conference), 1885. Reported By: John Irvine.

Naisbitt, Henry W. “Ignorance of the World Regarding the Latter-day Saints—Our Doctrines Are Christian and Are Substantiated By the Scriptures—Necessity of Present Revelation—First Principles of the Gospel—Faith, Repentance, Baptism for the Remission of Sins and Laying on of Hands for the Gift of the Holy Ghost—Organization of the Church of Christ—‘Mormonism’ is a Restoration of Ancient Christianity—Joseph Smith a True Prophet—Plural Marriage Practiced By Men of God in Miss-Called Dark Ages—Conclusion.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 228–240.

Discourse by Elder Henry W. Naisbitt, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, June 7, 1885. Reported By: John Irvine.

Whitney, Orson F. “Prophecy of John the Revelator—Mission of the Ancient Apostles—Their Reception and Fate—The Great Apostasy—Preservation of the Apostle John—His Revelation—Restoration of the Gospel—The Earth to Be Baptized By Fire As It Was Once Baptized By Water—We Are Sent to the World With a Warning Message—They Can Receive or Reject It—Testimony to the Truth of ‘Mormonism.’” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 260–269.

Discourse by Bishop Orson F. Whitney, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, June 21, 1885. Reported By: John Irvine.

Guernsey, Alfred H. “Solomon Spaulding and Joseph Smith.” The Library Magazine 6 (July-December 1885): 444-47.

In this polemical article against the Book of Mormon the author claims that the Spaulding manuscript provided the primary source for the Book of Mormon. Also notes the rediscovery of the unpublished Spaulding manuscript.

Wells, Junius F. “Refusal of So-Called Christians to Receive the Gospel of Christ—The Latter-day Saints Desire Investigation of Their Principles—The Truth Cannot Be Destroyed—We Have Every Requisite for Self-Government—We Must Maintain Our Fidelity to the Truth—Rarity of Crime Among the ‘Mormons’—Purity of ‘Mormon’ Homes—Character of the Latter-day Saints.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 269–276.

Remarks by Junius F. Wells, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, July 12, 1885. Reported By: John Irvine.

Smith, John H. “Value of Liberty—Persecution Expected—Morse and Others Were at First Despised—God Overrules for Good—Faith and Works—Repentance and Baptism—Revelation—Witness of the Spirit—Mission of Joseph Smith—the Wheat Will Remain—No Malice to Men, But Hatred of Their Wicked Acts—Plural Marriage.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 276–281.

Remarks by Apostle John H. Smith, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday, July 27, 1885. Reported By: Geo. F. Gibbs.

Bywater, George G. “Devotion to God—How It is Made Manifest—Divers Opinions—Liberty to Worship God—Jesus Christ the Savior of the World—His Apostles Were Unlearned Men—They Were Rejected By the Masses—Writings of the Prophets—Persecution for Righteousness’ Sake—Selfishness—Love of Darkness Rather Than Light—Compromise of Principle—Infamy of Sacrificing Truth to Gain Place—God Must Be Obeyed Rather Than Man.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 287–295.

Discourse by George G. Bywater, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon, Aug. 2, 1885. Reported By: John Irvine.

Unattributed. “The Manuscript Found.” Saints’ Herald 32 (15 August 1885): 528—533.

Introduces Spaulding’s Manuscript Found and reprints the first few pages of the manuscript for the purpose of showing RLDS readers that the manuscript bears no resemblance to the Book of Mormon.

Thatcher, Moses. “The Speaker’s Dependence Upon the Inspiration of the Holy Ghost—Comprehensive and Exalted Nature of the Plan of Salvation—Satan’s Coercive Scheme—The Sons of Perdition—The Testimony of Jesus—Physical and Moral Courage—True Religion is Practical—One Straight and Narrow Way to Eternal Life—True Religion Compared to Genuine Coin—True Faith is Inseparably Connected With Works—Baptism of Water and of Fire—Apostles, Prophets, Etc., Placed in the Church—God’s Impartiality to His Children—Testimony Obtained By Obedience—All Will Be Saved Except the Sons of Perdition—God Has Prepared a Place for All—Paradise—Salvation Beyond the Grave—The Saints Will Have to Endure Persecution—Patriarchal Marriage—Conclusion.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 303–315.

Discourse by Apostle Moses Thatcher, delivered in the Tabernacle, Logan, Sunday, Aug. 28, 1885. Reported By: F. E. Barker.

Richards, Franklin D. “Parable of the Ten Virgins—Rapid Development of the Arts and Sciences—The Lord Hastening His Work in Its Time—Enmity Between the Church of Christ and the World—The Gathering Together of People From Every Nation After They Have Been Baptized Into One Spirit—The Law of Tithing—Blessings Which Follow Obedience Thereto—Binding Upon All, Rich and Poor Alike—Giving to the Poor—Power of the Principles of the Gospel and Effects of Their Observance—Jehovah—Jesus Christ—His Ministry—His Followers—Their Mission—Preaching to the Spirits in Prison—Baptism for the Dead—Saviors Upon Mount Zion—Responsibility Resting Upon the Saints—a Word of Encouragement to the Missionaries.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 296–303.

Discourse by Apostle Franklin D. Richards, delivered in the New Stake Tabernacle, Provo, Sunday Afternoon, Aug. 30, 1885. Reported By: John Irvine.

Unattributed. “Spaulding’s ‘Manuscript Found’” Presbyterian Banner (16 September 1885): 17-18.

Fifteen witnesses claimed that Book of Mormon names are from Spaulding’s manuscript. Spaulding’s widow testified that her husband had a variety of other manuscripts—the Book of Mormon must have been taken from one of these.

Richards, Franklin D. “Our Efforts to Inform the World of Our Doctrines—We Must Expect Persecution—Man Has No Right to Make Laws Contrary to the Law of God—Plural Marriage is No Crime—Bigamy a Crime—There Are More for Us Than Against Us—The Work of God not Upheld By Numbers—The Blood of the Prophets is Upon the American Nation—God Will Test Us.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 336–346.

Discourse by Apostle Franklin D. Richards, delivered at the General Conference, at Logan, held in October, 1885. Reported By: John Irvine.

Thatcher, Moses. “The Lord is Teaching Us Valuable Lessons in Our Present Experience—He is Teaching Us to Rely Upon Him and to Exercise the Faculties He Has Given Us—Nature of the Government of the United States—the Elements of a Variety of Governments Enter Into It—Physical and Moral Courage—the Judge of the Third District Court not a Christian—a Concubine Was a Wife and It Should not Be a Term of Reproach—the Character of Abraham Vindicated—Sympathy for Our Enemies—When the Saints Learn to Be Strictly Impartial, Judgment and Rule Will Be Given Them—Not All in the United States Are Arrayed Against Us—Weakness of the American Government—Power of Secret Societies—Zion to Be a Place of Refuge and Safety—President Cleveland’s Opportunity to Be Just and Great—We Must Purify Ourselves that Liberty May Come.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 327–335.

Discourse by Apostle Moses Thatcher, delivered in the Tabernacle, Logan, Cache County, Semi-Annual Conference, Thursday Afternoon, October 8, 1885. Reported By: John Irvine.

Unattributed. “Solomon Spaulding’s Manuscript.” The Oberlin Review 13 (24 October 1885): 27-28.

Recounts the theory that the Book of Mormon was created from Spaulding’s Manuscript Found. With the finding of that document by L. L. Rice the theory is weakened.

1886
Budge, E. A. Wallis. The Book of the Bee. Oxford, England: Clarendon Press, 1886.
Cannon, Abraham H. “Questions and Answers on the Book of Mormon: Designed and Prepared Especially for the Use of the Sunday Schools in Zion.” Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office, 1886.
Keywords: Book of Mormon, Catechism, Education, Learning, Scripture Study
Cannon, Abraham H. Book of Mormon Catechism: Questions and Answers on the Book of Mormon. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Ofice, 1886.

The work was created to “induce the young people of Zion to search with greater diligence for the valuable truths contained in the revelation so ancient and modern times” Contains 62 pages of basic questions and answers about the Book of Mormon.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Great Britain. The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star: Vol. 48, 1886. 52 issues. Manchester; Liverpool: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Great Britain, 1886.
Fairchild, James Harris. “Manuscript of Solomon Spaulding and the Book of Mormon.” Magazine of Western History 4 (1886): 30-39.

A theory proposed by E. D. Howe (Mormonism Unveiled) purports that Sidney Rigdon stole Spaulding’s manuscript and rewrote it for Joseph Smith to publish. It was research into the history of the manuscript that led to the conclusion that the Book of Mormon and Spaulding manuscript are not related. An excerpt from the manuscript is reprinted and Spaulding’s religious beliefs are explored. Rigdon’s denial is included.

Fairchild, James Harris. “Mormonism and the Spaulding Manuscript.” Bibliotheca Sacra 43 (January 1886): 167-74.

Draws comparisons between the Book of Mormon and the Spaulding manuscript and concludes that there is no resemblance between the two.

LePlongeon, Augustus. Sacred Mysteries among the Mayas and the Quiche 11,500 Years Ago. New York: Robert Macoy, 1886.

The sanctuaries and religious rituals of the Mayas and Quiche are investigated. The question of where and when Freemasonry originated is examined. Religious symbols of the New World are compared with symbolic representations of old Egypt, Greece, Rome, and elsewhere in the Old World.

Sears, John. Final State of Mankind, Demonstrated by the Prophecies of the Old and New Testaments, Also the Book of Mormon and the Doctrine and Covenants. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry & Co., 1886.

A booklet containing commentary and scriptural quotes from the Bible, Book of Mormon, and Doctrine and Covenants that pertain to prophecies of the second coming, the new Jerusalem, judgment, and the degrees of glory.

Sloan, R. W. “Influence of the Bible.” Contributor 7, January 1886, 157–59.

The Bible’s influence on language, law, and hope in the Lord

Spaulding, Solomon. “The ‘Manuscript Found’: Manuscript Story.” Salt Lake City: Deseret News, 1886.

In 1884 L. L. Rice of Honolulu, Hawaii, discovered the Spaulding manuscript among some old antislavery documents in his possession. In the 1830s Rice had purchased Howe’s newspaper, The Painesville Telegraph, along with papers that had belonged to Howe. He apparently was unaware of the manuscript and its interest to Latter-day Saints and their detractors. Included with the manuscript was an affidavit written by Philastus Hurlbut, invoking the names of witnesses who knew the document to be the work of Spaulding. Rice donated the manuscript to James H. Fairchild, president of Oberlin College in Oberlin, Ohio, to be included in the college’s archival collection. It remains there today.

In 1885 the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints published the Spaulding manuscript, based on a copy made after it arrived in Oberlin. The following year, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints published it also, based on a copy Rice transcribed himself while the manuscript was still in his possession in Hawaii.

Keywords: Spaulding theory
Spaulding, Solomon. The “Manuscript Found” or “Manuscript Story” of the Late Rev. Solomon Spaulding. Lamoni, IA: Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 1855; Salt Lake City: Deseret News, 1886.

A fictional novel claimed by many to have been the basis used by Joseph Smith to create the Book of Mormon. It is a story of a group of Romans driven to the Americas by a tremendous storm in the third century a.d. The manuscript contains descriptions of the “natives” and the castaways’ dealings with them.

Unattributed. “Plain Fact for Students of the Book of Mormon with a Map of the Promised Land.” Salt Lake City: N.p., 1886.

Five page booklet attempts to depict the exact geographical location of Book of Mormon lands and cities. Emphasis is placed on “Bountiful and four-sea regions”

Watt, George D. Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. Volume 26 of Journal of Discourses, Reported by Geo. F. Gibbs, John Irvine, and Others. Liverpool: Daniel H. Wells, 1886.

Original title: Journal of Discourses by President John Taylor, His Counsellors, the Twelve Apostles, and Others, Vol 26

Whitsitt, William H. Intermediate Examination. Louisville, KY: Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 1886.

A tract that asks questions about Mormonism, but does not answer them. Assumes the Book of Mormon is Sidney Rigdon’s redaction of Spaulding’s manuscript.

Wotherspoon, George. Mormonism: Or the Faith of the Latter-day Saints: Its History and Morals. London: Sunday Lecture Society, 1886.

A polemical tract based upon a lecture given against Mormonism and the Book of Mormon. After giving an unsympathetic recounting of the Book of Mormon narrative, the writer asserts that the word “Mormon” means “monster” and that the Book of Mormon was based upon Spaulding’s unpublished romance.

Snow, Lorenzo. “No Prominent Latter-Day Saint Who Lives His Religion Need Expect Justice in the Courts—The Same Sacrifices May Be Required of Modern As of Ancient Apostles—The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Established By Divine Revelation—We Will Be Made Perfect By Suffering—Our Character As Latter-Day Saints Must Be Preserved Inviolate—Visit of Jesus to Kirtland Temple—Farewell.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 364–369.

Discourse by Apostle Lorenzo Snow, delivered in Brigham City Tabernacle, on Sunday, previous to his sentence by Judge Powers in the First District Court, Jan. 10, 1886. Reported By: John Burrows.

Wright, G. Frederick. “The Recently Discovered ‘Solomon Spaulding’ Manuscript and the Book of Mormon.” Oberlin Review 13 (20 February 1886): 133.

Rejects as unfounded the claim of Professor Samuel S. Partello that he had located the Spaulding manuscript, recounting the story of the manuscript’s discovery in Honolulu. Holds, nevertheless, that the question of Book of Mormon authorship is irrelevant.

Snow, Lorenzo. “The Gospel—It Brings Temporal As Well As Spiritual Salvation—The Prophet Joseph Smith—Persecution—Our Religion Cannot Be Destroyed.” In Journal of Discourses, Volume 26. 1886, 369–376.

Discourse by Apostle Lorenzo Snow, delivered in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City Reported By: Deseret News of March 6, 1886.

Sloan, R. W. “Ecclesiastes Modernized.” The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star 48, March 15, 1886, 171—74.
Monch, Elder L. F. “The Book of Mormon, and the End of the World.” The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star 48, no. 13-18 (29 March, 5, 12, 19, 26 April, 3 May 1886): 193-96, 209-13, 235-40, 243-47, 267-71, 283-88.

Six-part series discussing how Mormonism fulfills biblical prophecy concerning the last days: the coming of Elijah, restoration of the gospel and correct ordinances such as baptism by immersion and the sacrament, Church organization, and continuing revelation.

Unattributed. “The Book of Mormon.” Book-Lore 18 (May 1886): 162-65.

A pejorative evaluation of the Book of Mormon, considering it to be “tiresome and uninteresting” Accepts the Spaulding story for the book’s origin. Informs the reader about the Three Witnesses, especially David Whitmer, regarding him as “an honest fanatic”

Stevenson, Edward. “The Three Witnesses To The Book of Mormon.” The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star 48, no. 32 (31 May 1886): 341-43.

As a witness who sat in the presence of the prophet Joseph and the Three Witnesses, this author presents his accounts of some of the occasions when testimonies were born. The author states that he was “deeply inspired” as he heard them many times testify of being in the presence of a heavenly messenger who talked with them and showed them the plates. They were shown the Urim and Thummim and told these seer stones were used by ancient prophets.

Sleight, Thomas. “The Book of Mormon.” The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star 48, no. 34, 35 (23, 30 August 1886): 529-32, 548-51.

Uses biblical scriptures to prove the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon, gives summary of 1 Nephi, discusses plates (who wrote them, what language was used, their size and description). Explains how Joseph Smith found the plates in the Hill Cumorah, and gives a history of the founding of the LDS church.

Gibson, George Rutledge. “The Origin of a Great Delusion.” The New Princeton Review2 (September 1886): 203-22.

The author considers Mormon theology “stupid and retrogressive” and the Book of Mormon to be “dull and prolix in the extreme” After a brief review of the Book of Mormon narrative the author notes the allegedly anachronistic use of King James English and New Testament ideas. The Spaulding theory is evaluated based upon the recent discovery of the manuscript by James Harris Fairchild. The author notes the dissimilarities between the two documents and concludes that Spaulding played no part in the origin of the Book of Mormon.

Unattributed. “Mormon Relics.” Weekly Inter Ocean (26 October 1886): 9.

Article about David Whitmer’s memories of his early role in the coming forth of the Book of Mormon. Also discusses the original Book of Mormon manuscript.

1887
Beers, R. W. The Mormon Puzzle and How to Solve It. Chicago: Funk & Wagnalls, 1887.

A polemical attack on Mormonism. The Book of Mormon contains plagiarized passages from the Bible.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Great Britain. The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star: Vol. 49, 1887. 52 issues. Manchester; Liverpool: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Great Britain, 1887.
Lamb, Martin Thomas. The Golden Bible or the Book of Mormon, Is It From God?. Salt Lake City: Salt Lake Herald, 1887.

A polemical work against the Book of Mormon written by a Baptist minister who views the Book of Mormon as an absurd and shallow fraud. He enumerates various absurdities and anachronisms, including, the use and modification of biblical language and names, Lehi’s desert journey, Jaredite barges, modern words and ideas, lack of archaeological evidence, contradictions with the Bible, rapid population growth, lack of pre-columbian iron, steel, brass, coins, barley, wheat, domesticated animals, and Book of Mormon geography.

Shreeve, Thomas A. “Study of the Book of Mormon.” Contributor 9 (1887—1888): 275-80.

An address encouraging Book of Mormon study. Tells of the finding of Egyptian characters by Augustus LePlongeon among the Mayans and traditions of Christ’s ministration among the American Indians.

Whitmer, David K. “An Address to All Believers in Christ. By a Witness to the Divine Authenticity of the Book of Mormon.” Richmond, MO: n.p., 1887.

This pamphlet was circulated to refute the claim that the Three Witnesses had denied their testimonies. In spite of his negative feelings toward the Church, David Whitmer strongly testifies of the divine origin of the Book of Mormon. He refutes the Solomon Spaulding manuscript theory and applauds the character of the witnesses. The Book of Mormon denounces the iniquity of polygamy.

R. “The Interpretation of Scripture.” The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star 49, no. 5 (31 January 1887): 72-75.

Peter teaches that prophecy is not to be interpreted privately. In spite of this counsel many have done so causing discord and contention. The Book of Mormon says that many of the plain and precious truths have been taken out of the Bible. A comparison of scriptures will provide an accurate understanding of difficult passages.

Brookbank, Thomas W. “Biblical Cosmogony.” Contributor 8, February 1887, 137–45.

The timing and the materials of the Creation

Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon.” Juvenile Instructor 22-23 (February-December 1887, January-March 1888): 54-55, 76, 90-92, 107-9, 118-19, 142-43, 157-58, 162-63, 190-91, 194-95, 222, 237-38, 242-43, 258-59, 284-85, 300-301, 316-17, 324-25, 340-41, 356-57, 4-5, 34-35, 61, 76-77.

Uses historical, linguistic, and archaeological evidence to prove the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon. Basing his facts on research done by noted linguists and archaeologists of the time, the author writes concerning the god Quetzalcoatl, religious customs and ruins of advanced civilizations, comparisons between the Hebrew and Mayan languages, and the Egyptian hieroglyphic writings. Shreeve also tells of similarities in biblical beliefs between early people of both the western and eastern hemispheres and explains why Joseph Smith was incapable of writing the Book of Mormon without divine aid.

Stevenson, E. “A Visit to David Whitmer.” Juvenile Instructor 22 (February 1887): 55.

David Whitmer, the final surviving witness for the Book of Mormon, bore an undimmed testimony of the Book of Mormon and told of the visit of one of the three Nephites.

Reynolds, George. “Testimony to the Book of Mormon.” The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star 49, no. 7 (14 February 1887): 104-7.

Reynolds writes of David Whitmer’s continued testimony of the Book of Mormon. The Spaulding theory is definitely false and the Book of Mormon is from God. The only witnesses to the authenticity of the Book of Mormon are the Three Witnesses and the Eight Witnesses.

Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter I.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 4 (1887): 54-55.
Keywords: External Evidence
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter I.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 4 (1887): 54-55.
Keywords: External Evidence
Stevenson, Edward. “A Visit to David Whitmer.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 4 (1887): 55.

David Whitmer, the final surviving witness for the Book of Mormon, bore an undimmed testimony of the Book of Mormon and told of the visit of one of the three Nephites.

Keywords: Three Witnesses, Whitmer, David
Stevenson, Edward. “A Visit to David Whitmer.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 4 (1887): 55.

David Whitmer, the final surviving witness for the Book of Mormon, bore an undimmed testimony of the Book of Mormon and told of the visit of one of the three Nephites.

Keywords: Three Witnesses, Whitmer, David
Brookbank, Thomas W. “Biblical Cosmogony, Part 2.” Contributor 8, March 1887, 180–87.

The timing and the materials of the Creation

Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter I, Continued.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 5 (1887): 76.
Keywords: External Evidence, Translation
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter I, Continued.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 5 (1887): 76.
Keywords: External Evidence, Translation
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter II.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 6 (1887): 90-92.
Keywords: Anthon, Charles, External Evidence, Harris, Martin, Reformed Egyptian, Translation
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter II.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 6 (1887): 90-92.
Keywords: Anthon, Charles, External Evidence, Harris, Martin, Reformed Egyptian, Translation
Brookbank, Thomas W. “Biblical Cosmogony, Part 3.” Contributor 8, April 1887, 218–29.

The timing and the materials of the Creation

Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter IV.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 8 (1887): 118-119.
Keywords: External Evidence, Reformed Egyptian
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter IV.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 8 (1887): 118-119.
Keywords: External Evidence, Reformed Egyptian
Brookbank, Thomas W. “Biblical Cosmogony, Part 4.” Contributor 8, May 1887, 263–69.

The timing and the materials of the Creation

Jenson, Andrew. “The Three Witnesses.” The Historical Record 6, no. 3-5 (1887): 195-219.

A documentary recounting the lives of the Three Witnesses of the Book of Mormon. Attention is given to the Church careers of the men, with special emphasis on their experiences and testimonies relative to the Book of Mormon.

Keywords: Cowdery, Oliver, Harris, Martin, Three Witnesses, Whitmer, David
Jenson, Andrew. “The Three Witnesses.” The Historical Record 6, no. 3-5 (1887): 195-219.

A documentary recounting the lives of the Three Witnesses of the Book of Mormon. Attention is given to the Church careers of the men, with special emphasis on their experiences and testimonies relative to the Book of Mormon.

Keywords: Cowdery, Oliver, Harris, Martin, Three Witnesses, Whitmer, David
Jenson, Andrew. “The Three Witnesses.” The Historical Record 6 (May 1887): 195-219.

A documentary recounting the lives of the Three Witnesses of the Book of Mormon. Attention is given to the Church careers of the men, with special emphasis on their experiences and testimonies relative to the Book of Mormon.

Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter V.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 9 (1887): 142-143.
Keywords: Ancient America, Brother of Jared, External Evidence, Great Flood, Mesoamerica, Native Americans - Aztec, Noah (Prophet)
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter V.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 9 (1887): 142-143.
Keywords: Ancient America, Brother of Jared, External Evidence, Great Flood, Mesoamerica, Native Americans - Aztec, Noah (Prophet)
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter V, Continued.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 10 (1887): 157-158.
Keywords: Ancient America, External Evidence, Great Flood, Mesoamerica, Native Americans - Toltec, Tower of Babel
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter V, Continued.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 10 (1887): 157-158.
Keywords: Ancient America, External Evidence, Great Flood, Mesoamerica, Native Americans - Toltec, Tower of Babel
Brookbank, Thomas W. “Biblical Cosmogony, Part 5.” Contributor 8, June 1887, 295–301.

The timing and the materials of the Creation

Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter VI.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 11 (1887): 162-163.
Keywords: Ancient America, Brother of Jared, External Evidence, Mesoamerica, Native Americans - Toltec, Transoceanic Voyage
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter VI.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 11 (1887): 162-163.
Keywords: Ancient America, Brother of Jared, External Evidence, Mesoamerica, Native Americans - Toltec, Transoceanic Voyage
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter VII.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 12 (1887): 190-191.
Keywords: Ancient America, External Evidence, Jaredite, Mesoamerica
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter VII.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 12 (1887): 190-191.
Keywords: Ancient America, External Evidence, Jaredite, Mesoamerica
Brookbank, Thomas W. “Biblical Cosmogony, Part 6.” Contributor 8, July 1887, 332–35.

The timing and the materials of the Creation

Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter VIII.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 13 (1887): 194-195.
Keywords: Ancient America, Architecture, External Evidence, Mesoamerica, Mound Builders, North America
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter VIII.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 13 (1887): 194-195.
Keywords: Ancient America, Architecture, External Evidence, Mesoamerica, Mound Builders, North America
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter IX.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 14 (1887): 222.
Keywords: Ancient America, Architecture, Astronomy, External Evidence
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter IX.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 14 (1887): 222.
Keywords: Ancient America, Architecture, Astronomy, External Evidence
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter X.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 15 (1887): 237-238.
Keywords: Ancient America, Architecture, External Evidence, Masonry, Mesoamerica
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter X.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 15 (1887): 237-238.
Keywords: Ancient America, Architecture, External Evidence, Masonry, Mesoamerica
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter XI.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 16 (1887): 242-243.
Keywords: Ancient America, Elephants, External Evidence, Horses, Mesoamerica, North America
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter XI.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 16 (1887): 242-243.
Keywords: Ancient America, Elephants, External Evidence, Horses, Mesoamerica, North America
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter XII.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 17 (1887): 258-259.
Keywords: Ancient America, External Evidence, Mesoamerica, Mythology, Recordkeeping
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter XII.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 17 (1887): 258-259.
Keywords: Ancient America, External Evidence, Mesoamerica, Mythology, Recordkeeping
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter XII, Continued.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 18 (1887): 284-285.
Keywords: Ancient America, Baptism, Creation, External Evidence, Mesoamerica, Temple Worship
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter XII, Continued.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 18 (1887): 284-285.
Keywords: Ancient America, Baptism, Creation, External Evidence, Mesoamerica, Temple Worship
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter XII, Concluded.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 19 (1887): 300-301.
Keywords: Ancient America, Compass, External Evidence, Mesoamerica, Priesthood Authority
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter XII, Concluded.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 19 (1887): 300-301.
Keywords: Ancient America, Compass, External Evidence, Mesoamerica, Priesthood Authority
Unattributed. “The Original Manuscript.” The Contributor 8, no. 12 (1887): 441, 474.

A reproduction, explanation, and description of a page of the original Book of Mormon manuscript.

Keywords: Original Manuscript of the Book of Mormon
Unattributed. “The Original Manuscript.” The Contributor 8, no. 12 (1887): 441, 474.

A reproduction, explanation, and description of a page of the original Book of Mormon manuscript.

Keywords: Original Manuscript of the Book of Mormon
Unattributed. “The Original Manuscript.” Contributor 8 (October 1887): 441, 474.

A reproduction, explanation, and description of a page of the original Book of Mormon manuscript.

Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter XIII.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 20 (1887): 316-317.
Keywords: Ancient America, External Evidence, Mesoamerica, Symbolism
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter XIII.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 20 (1887): 316-317.
Keywords: Ancient America, External Evidence, Mesoamerica, Symbolism
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter XIV.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 21 (1887): 324-325.
Keywords: Ancient America, External Evidence, Mesoamerica, Quetzalcoatl
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter XIV.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 21 (1887): 324-325.
Keywords: Ancient America, External Evidence, Mesoamerica, Quetzalcoatl
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter XIV, Continued.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 22 (1887): 340-341.
Keywords: Ancient America, External Evidence, Mesoamerica, North America, Quetzalcoatl
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter XIV, Continued.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 22 (1887): 340-341.
Keywords: Ancient America, External Evidence, Mesoamerica, North America, Quetzalcoatl
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter XIV, Concluded.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 23 (1887): 356-357.
Keywords: Ancient America, External Evidence, Maya, Mesoamerica
Shreeve, Thomas A. “A Sacred History: External Evidences of the Truth of the Book of Mormon, Chapter XIV, Concluded.” Juvenile Instructor 22, no. 23 (1887): 356-357.
Keywords: Ancient America, External Evidence, Maya, Mesoamerica
1888
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Great Britain. The Latter-day Saints’ Millennial Star: Vol. 50, 1888. 52 issues. Manchester; Liverpool: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Great Britain, 1888.
Kennedy, James Harrison. Early Days of Mormonism. New York: Scribner’s, 1888.

An historical and polemical work directed against Mormonism. The author advances the Spaulding theory to account for the Book of Mormon’s origin.

Reynolds, George. “The Story of the Book of Mormon.” Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Book of Mormon is the record of God’s dealings with the peoples of Ancient America, from the age of the building of the Tower of Babel to four hundred and twenty-one years after the birth of Christ. It is the stick of Ephraim, spoken of by Ezekiel: the Bible of the western continent. Not that it supersedes the Bible or in any way interferes with it, any more than the history of Peru interferes with or supersedes the history of Greece; but, on the other hand, in many places it confirms Bible history, demonstrates Bible truths, sustains Bible doctrines, and fulfills Bible prophecy. For many years we have taken great pleasure in perusing its sacred pages and studying its truths. The more we read it the more we found it contained. Like other inspired records, every time it was opened we discovered new and oft-times unexpected testimonies of its divinity. From reading it we turned to writing of it; and much that this volume contains has been penned at various intervals, from the days we were in prison for conscience sake, where portions were written, to the present. And now we present it to the reader with the feeling that the work is but commenced; that what remains unsaid is probably as important as what is given, but with the hope that what we have done will not prove ineffectual in spreading the truth, in increasing knowledge concerning God’s dealings with mankind, and aiding in the development of the purposes of Jehovah. If this be accomplished we shall feel that great has been our reward. This volume presents one unique feature, in that it is the first attempt made to illustrate the Book of Mormon; and we have pleasure in realizing that the leading illustrations are the work of home artists. To break fresh ground in such a direction is no light undertaking; the difficulties are numerous, none more so than the absence of information in the Book of Mormon of the dress and artificial surroundings of the peoples whose history it recounts. Each artist has given his own ideas of the scenes depicted, and as so much is left to the imagination, some readers will doubtless praise where others will blame; and the same effort will be the subject of the most conflicting criticism. Not the least interesting feature of the book will, we believe, be found in the reproductions of portions of certain ancient Aztec historical charts. These have been the subjects of controversy for centuries past; many efforts have been made at their translation; but all such attempts have been ineffectual, and in many cases ludicrous. It required the publication of the Book of Mormon to turn on them the light of divine truth, when their intent at once became apparent. Others, we trust, in time will be discovered which will be added testimonies to its genuineness and divine authenticity, as well as to the sacred mission of the instrument in God’s hands in bringing it forth—the youthful Prophet, Joseph Smith.

Keywords: Historicity, History, Lamanite, Narrative, Nephite
Reynolds, George. The Story of the Book of Mormon. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Book of Mormon is the record of God’s dealings with the peoples of Ancient America, from the age of the building of the Tower of Babel to four hundred and twenty-one years after the birth of Christ. It is the stick of Ephraim, spoken of by Ezekiel: the Bible of the western continent. Not that it supersedes the Bible or in any way interferes with it, any more than the history of Peru interferes with or supersedes the history of Greece; but, on the other hand, in many places it confirms Bible history, demonstrates Bible truths, sustains Bible doctrines, and fulfills Bible prophecy. For many years we have taken great pleasure in perusing its sacred pages and studying its truths. The more we read it the more we found it contained. Like other inspired records, every time it was opened we discovered new and oft-times unexpected testimonies of its divinity. From reading it we turned to writing of it; and much that this volume contains has been penned at various intervals, from the days we were in prison for conscience sake, where portions were written, to the present. And now we present it to the reader with the feeling that the work is but commenced; that what remains unsaid is probably as important as what is given, but with the hope that what we have done will not prove ineffectual in spreading the truth, in increasing knowledge concerning God’s dealings with mankind, and aiding in the development of the purposes of Jehovah. If this be accomplished we shall feel that great has been our reward. This volume presents one unique feature, in that it is the first attempt made to illustrate the Book of Mormon; and we have pleasure in realizing that the leading illustrations are the work of home artists. To break fresh ground in such a direction is no light undertaking; the difficulties are numerous, none more so than the absence of information in the Book of Mormon of the dress and artificial surroundings of the peoples whose history it recounts. Each artist has given his own ideas of the scenes depicted, and as so much is left to the imagination, some readers will doubtless praise where others will blame; and the same effort will be the subject of the most conflicting criticism. Not the least interesting feature of the book will, we believe, be found in the reproductions of portions of certain ancient Aztec historical charts. These have been the subjects of controversy for centuries past; many efforts have been made at their translation; but all such attempts have been ineffectual, and in many cases ludicrous. It required the publication of the Book of Mormon to turn on them the light of divine truth, when their intent at once became apparent. Others, we trust, in time will be discovered which will be added testimonies to its genuineness and divine authenticity, as well as to the sacred mission of the instrument in God’s hands in bringing it forth—the youthful Prophet, Joseph Smith.

Keywords: Historicity, History, Lamanite, Narrative, Nephite
Reynolds, George. Story of the Book of Mormon. Salt Lake City: J. H. Parry, 1888.

Retells the entire story of the Book of Mormon. Includes illustrations.

Reynolds, George. “Chapter I.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 20-29. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Ancient Jerusalem—Lehi—His Vision—His Call to Preach to the Jews—They Persecute Him—He is Commanded of God to take his Family into the Wilderness—Their Departure—The Return of his Sons to Jerusalem to obtain the Records. They are ill-treated by Laban—His Death—Zoram Accompanies the Brothers into the Wilderness

Keywords: Brass Plates, Laban, Laman (Son of Lehi), Lehi (Prophet), Lemuel (Son of Lehi), Nephi (Son of Lehi), Prophet, Sam (Son of Lehi), Zoram (Servant of Laban)
Reynolds, George. “Chapter II.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 30-42. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Rejoicing Over the Records—Nephi and his Brothers again Return to Jerusalem—They Conduct Ishmael and his Family into the Wilderness—Lehi’s Dream— The Tree of Life—The Rod of Iron—The Boturini Manuscript—Nephi’s Vision

Keywords: Brass Plates, Dream, Iron Rod, Ishmael, Ishmael',s Daughters, Ishmael',s Wife, Lehi (Prophet), Nephi (Son of Lehi), Tree of Life, Vision
Reynolds, George. “Chapter III.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 42-51. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Marriages in the Company—The Liahona—The Journey Continued—Nephi Breaks his Bow—Death of Ishmael—They Reach the Ocean—Nephi Builds a Ship—They Cross the Great Waters and Reach the Promised Land

Keywords: Ishmael, Marriage, Nephi (Son of Lehi), Transoceanic Voyage, Weaponry
Reynolds, George. “Chapter IV.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 53-56. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Promised Land—Chili—Its Natural Productions—The Death of Lehi—His Blessing on his posterity—Prophecies of his Ancestor Joseph

Keywords: Ancient America, Book of Mormon Geography, Joseph (of Egypt), Lehi (Prophet), Prophecy, South America
Reynolds, George. “Chapter V.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 57-61. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Nephites and Lamanites Separate—The Nephites seek a New Home— Nephi Chosen King—He Builds a Temple—Instructs his People in the Arts of Peace—War with the Lamanites—The Sword of Laban—Nephi’s Death—Jacob, his Brother, Becomes the Chief Priest—Jacob’s Teachings on Marriage

Keywords: Jacob (Son of Lehi), Lamanite, Marriage, Nephi (Son of Lehi), Nephite, Polygamy, Warfare
Reynolds, George. “Chapter VI.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 62-65. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Condition of the Lamanites—Sherem, the First Anti-Christ—His Recantation and Dreadful End

Keywords: Antichrist, Apostasy, Jacob (Son of Lehi), Sherem
Reynolds, George. “Chapter VII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 65-68. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Enos, the Son of Jacob—The Nephites and Lamanites of his Day—His Testimony and Prophecies

Keywords: Enos (Son of Jacob), Missionary Work, Prophecy, Repentance, Testimony
Reynolds, George. “Chapter VIII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 68-71. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Jarom—Omni—Amaron—Chemish—Abinadom—Amaleki—Mosiah—Review of Nephite History for Four Hundred Years

Keywords: Abinadom (Son of Chemish), Amaleki (Son of Abinadom), Amaron (Son of Omni), Chemish (Brother of Amaron), Jarom (Son of Enos), Mosiah the Elder, Omni (Son of Jarom), Prophet
Reynolds, George. “Chapter IX.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 72-78. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Causes that Led to the Migration from the Land of Nephi—The People of Zarahemla—Mulek and his Colony—The Fusion of the Two Nations—Mosiah made King— His Happy Reign

Keywords: Kingship, Mosiah the Elder, Mulek (Son of Zedekiah), Zarahemla (Polity)
Reynolds, George. “Chapter X.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 79-86. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Reign of King Benjamin—The Progress of his People—His Last Great Speech—He Establishes the Church of Christ—All the People Covenant with God—Mosiah II. Anointed King

Keywords: Covenant, King Benjamin, King Mosiah, Kingship
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XI.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 86-94. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Zeniff Returns to the Land of Nephi—His Treaty with the Lamanites—The Prosperity of the People of Zeniff—The Treaty Broken—War—Peace and Wars Again— The Death of Zeniff—Noah’s Wicked Reign—His Wars with the Lamanites—The Prophet Abinadi—His Terrible Message of God’s Wrath—He is Martyred—Alma—He Pleads for Abinadi—Is Cast Out—Flees to the Place of Mormon

Keywords: Abinadi (Prophet), Alma the Elder, King Noah, Land of Nephi, Martyrdom, Prophet, Warfare, Zeniff
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 95-98. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Waters of Mormon—Alma, Helam and Others Baptised Therein—The Church Organized—The King Warned—He Sends Troops—Alma and his People Flee to the Land of Helam—They Build a City

Keywords: Alma the Elder, Baptism, Covenant, Helam (Polity), King Noah, Ordinance
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XIII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 98-102. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

King Noah’s Subjects Rebel—Gideon—The Lamanites Invade Lehi-Nephi—The Nephites Retreat—A Part Surrender—The New Terms of Peace—Noah is Burned to Death —Limhi made King—Noah’s Priests Escape—They seize some Lamanite Maidens— Another War—The Nephites Victorious—The King of the Lamanites wounded—Mutual Explanations

Keywords: Daughters of the Lamanites, King Limhi, King Noah, Priests of King Noah, Warfare
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XIV.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 103-109. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Bondage of the People of Limhi—An Expedition North—Finding of the Jaredite Records—The Arrival of Ammon—The People of Limhi Escape—The Pursuit— The Amulonites—The People of Alma—They are Brought into Bondage—Their Deliverance

Keywords: Ammon (Mulekite), Amulonite, Captivity, Jaredite, King Limhi, People of Alma
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XV.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 110-112. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Mosiah’s Good Reign—The Circumstances of his Advent—He Assembles the People—The Baptism of Limhi—Churches Organized Throughout the Land

Keywords: Baptism, Church Organization, King Limhi, King Mosiah
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XVI.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 112-118. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Unbelief of the Youth of Zarahemla—The Younger Alma and the Sons of Mosiah—They Encourage the Persecutions Against the Church—They are Met by an Angel —His Message—Alma’s Awful Condition—His Vision and Testimony—The Changed Life of the Young Men

Keywords: Alma the Younger, Angel, Apostasy, Conversion, Messenger, Repentance, Sons of Mosiah
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XVII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 119-120. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Growth of the People in Zarahemla—They Build Many Cities—Mosiah’s Sons Desire to Take a Mission to the Lamanites—Mosiah Inquires of the Lord—The Divine Answer

Keywords: Covenant, King Mosiah, Missionary Work, Prayer, Sons of Mosiah
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XVIII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 121-123. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Mosiah’s Sons Refuse the Kingdom—He Grants the People a Constitution—The People to Elect their Rulers—Alma, the Younger, First Chief Judge

Keywords: Aaron (Son of King Mosiah), Ammon (Son of King Mosiah), Chief Judge, Himni (Son of King Mosiah), Judgeship, King Mosiah, Kingship, Omner, Sons of Mosiah
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XIX.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 123-131. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Mission of the Sons of Mosiah to the Lamanites—Their Journey in the Wilderness—Ammon Brought before King Lamoni—The Conflict at the Waters of Sebus— The Miraculous Conversion of Lamoni and his Family—Abish the Waiting Woman

Keywords: Abish, Ammon (Son of King Mosiah), Conversion, King Lamoni, King Lamoni',s Wife, Missionary Work, Sons of Mosiah, Vision
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XX.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 131-135. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Ammon and Lamoni Start for the Land of Middoni—They Meet the Old King— His Rage at Seeing Ammon—He Endeavors to Kill his Son—Aaron and his Brethren Liberated—A Sketch of their Labors and Sufferings—The Conversion of Lamoni’s Father and his Household

Keywords: Aaron (Son of King Mosiah), Ammon (Son of King Mosiah), Born Again, Conversion, King Lamoni, King Lamoni',s Father, Missionary Work
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XXI.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 136-140. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The King Issues a Proclamation—The Results of the Labors of the Sons of Mosiah—The People of Anti-Nephi-Lehi—They Bury their Weapons of War—Are Massacred by the Thousand—They Remove to the Territory of the Nephites, who give them the Land of Jershon

Keywords: Anti-Nephi-Lehi, Conversion, Covenant, Jershon (Land of), Pacifism
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XXII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 140-143. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Review of the Mission of the Sons of Mosiah—Its Importance and Great Length —Its Results to Both Races—The Dates of its Leading Occurrences

Keywords: Missionary Work, Sons of Mosiah
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XXIII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 143-150. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Days of the Judges—Their Names and Reigns—The Heresy of Nehor—He Slays Gideon and is Executed—Amlici’s Rebellion—The Battle of Amnihu—The Conflict at the Crossing of the Sidon—A Third Battle

Keywords: Amlici, Amlicite, Gideon (Nephite), Judgeship, Kingship, Nehor, Warfare
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XXIV.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 151-162. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Alma Resigns the Chief Judgeship—Nephihah Chosen—Alma Ministers in Zarahemla, Gideon, Melek and Ammonihah—Condition of the Last Named City—It Rejects the Message Alma Bears—An Angel Meets Him—Amulek—The Lawyer Zeezrom—The Great Controversy—Zeezrom Converted and Cast Out—The Martyrdom of the Believers— Alma and Amulek in Prison—Their Deliverance

Keywords: Alma the Younger, Ammonihah (Polity), Amulek, Gideon (Polity), Judgeship, Martyrdom, Melek (Polity), Ministry, Nephihah (Chief Judge), Zarahemla (Polity), Zeezrom
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XXV.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 163-167. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Zeezrom Sick with Fever—His Miraculous Recovery—The Destruction of Ammonihah—The Invasion of the Land of Noah—Zoram, the Nephite Commander, Seeks the Mind of the Lord—It is Given—Its Results—The War Ended—Alma’s Ministrations

Keywords: Alma the Younger, Amulek, Ministry, Warfare, Zoram (Nephite Captain)
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XXVI.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 167-171. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Korihor, the Anti-Christ—His False Teachings and Blasphemy—He is Taken before Alma—Is Struck Dumb—His Miserable End—The Heresy Rooted Out

Keywords: Alma the Younger, Antichrist, Apostasy, Korihor
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XXVII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 171-176. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Zoram and the Zoramites—Their Peculiar Heresy—The Land of Antionum— The Rameumptom—Alma’s Mission to these People—Those Who Receive His Teachings Persecuted—They Flee to Jershon

Keywords: Antionum (Land of), Apostasy, Jershon (Land of), Missionary Work, Rameumptom, Zoram (Nephite Apostate)
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XXVIII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 177-180. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Another War—Moroni the Leader of the Nephites—The Tactics of the Lamanites—Zerahemnah—The Battle at Riplah—Defeat of the Lamanites

Keywords: Captain Moroni, Warfare, Zerahemnah
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XXIX.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 181-183. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Alma’s Charge to His Sons—He Transfers the Records to Helaman—He Leaves This World—Zeezrom’s Latter Days—Helaman’s Ministrations

Keywords: Alma the Younger, Corianton (Son of Alma), Fatherhood, Helaman (Son of Alma the Younger), Shiblon (Son of Alma), Zeezrom
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XXX.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 183-191. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Amalickiah—His Apostasy and Treason—Moroni’s Title of Liberty—The Nephites Respond to His Call—Lehonti—He is Poisoned by Amalickiah—The King of the Lamanites Treacherously Slain—Amalickiah Marries the Queen and is Proclaimed King—A Disastrous Lamanite Raid

Keywords: Amalickiah, Captain Moroni, Lamanite, Lehonti, Warfare, Zoramite (Apostate Group)
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XXXI.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 191-196. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

A Few Years of Peace—Teancum—The Contention Between Lehi and Morianton—Amalickiah’s Terrible Invasion—His Success—He is Stopped at Bountiful by Teancum—Teancum Slays Amalickiah—Ammoron Made King of the Lamanites

Keywords: Amalickiah, Ammoron, Assassination, Teancum (Nephite Captain), Warfare
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XXXII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 197-200. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Jacob the Zoramite—His Characteristics—The Strategy by Which Mulek Was Taken—The Fierce Battle between Jacob and the Nephite Forces—Jacob’s Death

Keywords: Jacob (Zoramite), Mulek (Polity), Warfare
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XXXIII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 201-206. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The War in the South-west—Antipus—Helaman and His Two Thousand Sons— Their Valor and Faith—The Repulse of the Lamanites

Keywords: Antipus, Helaman (Son of Alma the Younger), Stripling Warriors, Warfare
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XXXIV.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 206-210. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Relief of Manti—The Overthrow of the Kingmen—Pachus Slain—The Struggle at Moroni—Teancum Slays Ammoron, but at the Cost of His Own Life— Teancum’s Noble Character

Keywords: Ammoron, Assassination, King-Men, Moroni (Polity), Pachus, Teancum (Nephite Captain), Warfare
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XXXV.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 210-214. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Peace Once More—The Results of the War—The Labors of Helaman—Shiblon Receives the Records—Hagoth, the Ship-builder—Another War—Moronihah—Pahoran’s Death—Contention Regarding the Chief Judgeship—Paanchi’s Rebellion—The Gadianton Bands—Assassination of Pahoran II.—Another Lamanite Invasion

Keywords: Chief Judge, Gadianton Robbers, Hagoth, Helaman (Son of Alma the Younger), Judgeship, Moronihah (Son of Captain Moroni), Paanchi, Pahoran, Pahoran (Son of Pahoran), Recordkeeping, Shiblon (Son of Alma), Warfare
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XXXVI.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 215-217. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Pacumeni Slain—Helaman Chosen Chief Judge—The Conspiracy to Slay Him— Kishkumen Killed—The Prosperity of the Nephites under Helaman

Keywords: Helaman (Son of Alma the Younger), Kishkumen, Pacumeni (Son of Pahoran), Warfare
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XXXVII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 218-224. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Sons of Helaman—Nephi’s Righteous Rule—The Lamanites Again Invade Zarahemla—They Drive the Nephites into the Northern Continent—The Ministrations of Nephi and Lehi—The Manifestations of God’s Power in the City of Nephi—Aminadab—The Conversion of the Lamanites—Universal Peace

Keywords: Aminadab (Nephite Dissenter), Conversion, Lehi (Son of Helaman), Missionary Work, Nephi (Polity), Nephi (Son of Helaman)
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XXXVIII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 225-231. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Growth of Evil amongst the Nephites—The Increase of the Gadianton Robbers —Nephi’s Announcement of the Murder of the Chief Judge—The Discovery—Nephi Arrested—He is Proven Innocent—God’s Covenant with Him—Increase of Iniquity—A Terrible Famine—The Welcome Rain—The Trend to Death

Keywords: Chief Judge, Gadianton Robbers, Nephi (Son of Helaman), Prophecy, Seantum, SeeZoram
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XXXIX.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 231-236. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Samuel, the Lamanite—His Mission and Prophecies—The Vain Attempt to Destroy Him—He Returns to His Own Country

Keywords: Prophecy, Prophet, Samuel the Lamanite, Zarahemla (Polity)
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XL.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 236-243. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Nephi Translated—His Son Nephi—Time of the Savior’s Coming—The Conspiracy to Slay the Believers—The Revelation to Nephi—The Promised Signs Appear— Increase of the Gadianton Robbers—War—Lachoneus Gathers all the People to One Land —The End of the Struggle

Keywords: Gadianton Robbers, Lachoneus, Nephi (Son of Helaman), Nephi the Disciple (Son of Nephi), Revelation, Warfare
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XLI.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 243-251. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Last Chief Judge Murdered and the Republic Overthrown—The Signs of the Savior’s Death Appear—A Terrible Storm—The Universal Darkness—The Unparalleled Destruction—The Terror of those Hours

Keywords: Destruction, Jesus Christ, Natural Disaster, Prophecy
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XLII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 251-254. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Voice from Heaven—The Savior Testifies of Himself—Silence Throughout the Land—How oft would Christ have Gathered His People—The Darkness Departs

Keywords: Destruction, Jesus Christ, Natural Disaster, Prophecy
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XLIII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 254-257. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Christ Appears in the Land Bountiful—The Testimony of the Father—Jesus Calls Twelve Disciples—His Teachings to Them and to the Multitude

Keywords: Bountiful (Land of), Jesus Christ, Ministry of Christ, Sermon at the Temple, Twelve Disciples
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XLIV.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 258-262. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Beatitudes - Divers Instructions and Cautions-On Forgiveness, Chastity, Charity, Etc.

Keywords: Beatitudes, Charity, Chastity, Law of, Forgiveness, Jesus Christ, Sermon at the Temple
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XLV.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 263-266. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

On Alms-Giving—“After This Manner Pray Ye”—On Fasting, Integrity, Trust in God, Etc.

Keywords: Alms, Fasting, Jesus Christ, Prayer
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XLVI.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 266-268. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Judge Not—The Beam and the Mote—“Beware of False Prophets”—Good and Evil Fruit—The House Built on the Rock

Keywords: False Prophets, Foundation, Judgment, Sermon at the Temple, Testimony
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XLVII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 269-272. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Page, 1888.

The Fulfillment of the Mosaic Law—“Other Sheep Have I”—The Ten Tribes— The Events of the Latter Days

Keywords: Jesus Christ, Law of Moses, Other Sheep, Prophecy, Ten Tribes
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XLVIII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 275-278. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Savior Heals the Sick—He Blesses the Children of the Nephites—Angels Minister unto them

Keywords: Angels, Children, Jesus Christ, Miracles
Reynolds, George. “Chapter XLIX.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 278-281. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry , 1888.

The Sacrament Administered—The Savior’s Teachings Regarding it—He Confers on His Disciples the Power to Give the Holy Ghost—He Ascends into Heaven

Keywords: Covenant, Gift of the Holy Ghost, Jesus Christ, Ordinance, Priesthood Authority, Sacrament, Twelve Disciples
Reynolds, George. “Chapter L.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 281-286. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Jesus Returns and Renews His Teachings—He Administers the Sacrament—He Explains the Teachings of the Prophets—The Words of Malachi

Keywords: Covenant, Doctrine, Jesus Christ, Malachi (Book), Ordinance, Prophecy, Sacrament
Reynolds, George. “Chapter LI.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 286-289. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Savior Continues His Ministrations—He Raises a Man from the Dead—The Labors of the Twelve—The Name of the Church—The Three who should Remain

Keywords: Jesus Christ, Miracles, Name of the Church, Three Nephites, Twelve Disciples
Reynolds, George. “Chapter LII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 290-293. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Long Continued Era of Peace and Righteousness—Death of Nephi—His Son Amos—Amos the Second

Keywords: Amos (Son of Amos), Amos (Son of Nephi), Nephi the Disciple (Son of Nephi), Peace, Prophet
Reynolds, George. “Chapter LIII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 295-298. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Commencement of the Apostasy—It Grows in Intensity—The Persecution of the Disciples—Lamanites Again—Re-appearance of the Gadianton Bands—War— Ammaron Hides the Records

Keywords: Ammaron, Apostasy, Gadianton Robbers, Lamanite, Nephite, Persecution, Warfare
Reynolds, George. “Chapter LIV.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 298-302. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Last Long Series of Wars—Mormon—The Final Conflict at Cumorah—The Last of the Nephites

Keywords: Cumorah, Mormon (Prophet), Moroni (Son of Mormon), Three Nephites, Warfare
Reynolds, George. “Chapter LV.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 302-307. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Historians of the Nephites—The Plates of Nephi—List of their Custodians— Their Lengthened Years

Keywords: Age, Large Plates of Nephi, Recordkeepers, Recordkeeping, Small Plates of Nephi
Reynolds, George. “Chapter LVI.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 307-312. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Women of the Book of Mormon—Their Condition and Position—Abish— Isabel—Marriage—Amulek—Moroni’s Title of Liberty—The Mothers of the Ammonites— Two Extremes

Keywords: Abish, Amulek, Isabel, Judgeship, Lamanite, Marriage, Mothers of the Stripling Warriors, Nephite, Sariah, Title of Liberty, Women, Womenhood
Reynolds, George. “Chapter LVII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 313-319. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Domestic Life Among the Nephites—Household Duties—Dress—Ornaments— Homes—Food—Manufactures—Transportation

Keywords: Architecture, Clothing, Domesticity, Nephite, Transportation
Reynolds, George. “Chapter LVIII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 320-324. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Agriculture Among the Nephites—Grains—Stock Raising—Irrigation

Keywords: Agriculture, Irrigation
Reynolds, George. “Chapter LIX.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 324-330. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

Science and Literature Among the Nephites—Their Astronomy and Geography —The Learning of Egypt

Keywords: Ancient Near East, Astronomy, Book of Mormon Geography, Education, Literacy, Literature
Reynolds, George. “Chapter LX.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 330-337. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Art of War Among the Nephites—Their Weapons, Armor and Fortifications —Moroni’s Line of Defense

Keywords: Architecture, Captain Moroni, Fortifications, Warfare, Weaponry
Reynolds, George. “Chapter LXI.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 338-346. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Laws of the Nephites—The Roman and Nephite Civilizations—The Laws under the Kings—Position of the Priesthood—Slavery—Criminal Offenses

Keywords: Criminal Justice, Laws, Legal, Slavery, Social Structure
Reynolds, George. “Chapter LXII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 347-356. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Laws under the Judges—The Voice of the People—Elections—Rights of the People—Church and State—The Criminal Procedure

Keywords: Criminal Justice, Election, Judgeship, Laws, Legal, Liberty, Separation of Church and State
Reynolds, George. “Chapter LXIV.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 360-363. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry, 1888.

The Money of the Nephites—Their Coins—Barley the Standard of Value

Keywords: Barley, Coinage, Economics, Monetary System, Weights and Measures
Reynolds, George. “Chapter LXV.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon, 364-367. Salt Lake City: Joseph Hyrum Parry , 1888.

Personal Appearance of the Nephites—Their Beauty—Testimony of Remains Found—The Dark-Skinned Lamanites

Keywords: Lamanite, Nephite, Skin Color
Reynolds, George. “Chapter LXIII.” In The Story of the Book of Mormon</