So it wasnt until orson pratt came along years later, and through careful study. Shortly thereafter veytias historia antigua, stephens report of his explorations of mayan ruins, and the writings of ixtlilxochitl were published. Wherefore it is an abridgment of the record of the people of nephi. The book was written by many ancient prophets by the spirit of prophecy and revelation. Changes to latterday scripture lds leaders have made. There were five editions of the book of mormon printed during the life of joseph smith.
There were five early editions of the book of mormon published that are extremely significant to the lds faith, the first edition of 1830 being the most important, but also the 1837 kirtland, the. Also, some stories about the early time of the mormon church. First edition book of mormon history moons rare books. It was agreed upon that 5,000 copies were printed by e.
According to smith, the book is originally written in an otherwise unknown language called reformed egyptian on golden plates and it should be of similar importance as the bible. On this board, ive put together an assortment of pictures that show the bindings, title pages, and text of the first edition book of mormon and other related books. Schlie, 88, owned an lds bookstore for 20 years and later opened an old and rare bookstore in august 2010 where she kept the 1830 copy of the book of mormon. The printers manuscript was a safe copy made between april 1829 and january 1830 for use in the typesetting of the book of mormon in preparation for its publication in 1830. We have several first edition copies of the book of mormon for sale. To the inside front cover are affixed four clippings of descriptions of different versions of first edition copies of the book of mormon and of an 1854 edition of the doctrine and covenants, along with a clipping describing the origin of the text of the book of mormon and a bookplate of the shepard book company of salt lake city, utah. The original 1830 edition, book of mormon had s of. I got a copy of this for my birthday more likely i asked for it. May 01, 2007 this book is a facsimile reproduction of the original printing of the book of mormon in 1830, written by joseph smith. Grandins bookstore in palmyra, new york, usa, on march 26, 1830.
The book of mormon was in poor condition and required some repairs, moon said. The first and second rlds editions 1874, plano, illinois. Moons rare books first edition book of mormon for sale. This book presents the original transcription of joseph smiths dictated translation of the golden plates. If the printed book of mormon may be sold, more so the polemical tracts, broadsides, and periodicals printed since the book of mormon.
John gilberts 1892 account of the 1830 printing of the book of mormon. With the 181st anniversary of the publication of the book of mormon in march came another milestonethe distribution of its 150 millionth copy. He later said of this book that, it is the most perfect book ever printed, because it had been made by the power of god using a seer stone and verbatum dictation. The first book of mormon was published in 1830, where 5,000 copies were printed by e. Palmyra, known as swifts landing and tolland before being renamed palmyra, 1796. Copy made from the original book of mormon manuscript by oliver cowdery, for use by the typesetter for the first printing of the book of mormon 1830. Leatherbound replica of original 1830 book of mormon. The book of mormon testifies of jesuss ministry in the americas following his resurrection. This verse is taken from isaiah 48, and appears as follows in the 1830 edition of the book of mormon. Several angles of the firstedition book of mormon, printed in 1830. Quite interesting to see how the original copy was made, without verses, or dates. Arizona woman says firstedition copy of book of mormon. Verses make the scripture very manageable and are of great use in teaching situations, but reading the book of mormon as it was originally published, with only chapters, you get a real sense of the story within the book.
This copy is called the printers manuscript because, for the most part, this was the manuscript that was taken to the printers shop in palmyra, new york, where the type was set for the first edition of the book of mormon, published. Prior to 1874, the rlds used an edition of the book of mormon published by james o. The 1828 websters dictionary defines publish as meaning to send a book into the world. John gilberts 1892 account of the 1830 printing of the. During 182930, a copy of the original manuscript was made. According to joseph smith, the book of mormon is more correct than the bible history of. Nov 15, 2008 1830 first edition book of mormon for sale this is a fine copy that belonged to james emmett, a member of the council of fifty who established the kingdom of god on the earth. Editions 18301981 the book of mormon critical text. Jun 14, 2018 using the 1830 bible as a guide, the first edition book of mormon was replicated to look the same so people of that time period would easily recognize it. In this study we will show that there have been at least 3,9 changes made in the book of mormon from the time it was first published in 1830. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates taken from the plates of nephi.
Book of mormon reaches 150 million copies church news and. Palmyra collectors edition 1830 book of mormon replica. Book of mormon historic publication site wikipedia. Church of jesus christ of latterday saints octavo corporation. The volume auctioned this week is one of 5,000 copies in the first edition. Buy book of mormon hardcover or softcover book of mormon. A survey of pre1830 historical sources relating to the book. The book of mormon is a sacred text that was published in march 1830 by joseph smith, jr. The first five editions of the book of mormon 1830, 1837. Photocopy of the printers copy of the book of mormon.
All the text of the book of mormonas well as large, lined marginswill give you a large canvas to express your thoughts, document insights youve received, or create your own visual art illuminations, or calligraphy, enhancing your daily study and creating a record that will endure. Therefore, the text is an exact photographic reproduction of the. She often allowed people to hold the book and take pictures with it. This copy was donated to the library by the mormon apostle john a. With this volume, as soon as i held it in my hands, and opened it, i felt transported to a time an place where the lds church had never been seen, where a pair of missionaries, traveling without. According to joseph smith, the book of mormon is more correct than the bible history of the church, vol. The year 1830 was a turning point in mesoamerican scholarship, however, as it saw the publication of the book of mormon in english, and the works of sahagun in spanish. This edition notes that the work is by joseph smith. Book of mormon, 1830, page i the joseph smith papers. Book of mormon editions 18301981 the encyclopedia of. A printing history of the book of mormon 101 the year 2000 marked an important event in the publishing history of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. In making this study we obtained photocopies of an original 1830 edition of the book of mormon from the university of utah library.
The first copies of the book of mormon appeared on the shelves of e. Apr 26, 2020 my name is reid moon, owner of moons rare books in provo, utah. Because of the buildings historical significance to. Essays on latterday saint history and doctrine in honor of richard lloyd anderson. An exact facsimile reproduction of the first edition of the book of mormon, providing the authentic. John gilberts 1892 account of the 1830 printing of the book. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates. Everything but the house ebth, a premier estate sale marketplace, placed a fine and rare partiallyrestored copy of the 1830 first edition of the book of mormon up for auction today. The book of mormon is a compilation of several books written by ancient prophets. An account written by the hand of mormon, upon plates taken from the plates of nephi. Get the best deals on 1830 book of mormon when you shop the largest online selection at. This book is a facsimile reproduction of the original printing of the book of mormon in 1830, written by joseph smith. Of the five thousand copies of the book of mormon printed in 1830.
It is a record of gods dealings with ancient inhabitants of the americas and contains the fulness of the everlasting gospel. Introductory pages of the book of mormon book of mormon. The book of mormon historic publication site is a historic site located in the village of palmyra, wayne county, new york, united states. The book of mormon is changing the lives of people all. Grandin of palmyra, ny, a printer whose skill at printing was equal to any in the largest commercial centers along the atlantic seaboard, to print the book of mormon. Organized in 1830, the church had recently issued february 2000 the one hundred millionth copy of the book of mormon, the volume that has been central to.
Phelps 1830 book of mormon and family bible acquired. The 1830 book of mormon summary of changes by far the majority of changes between the 1830 and subsequent versions of the book of mormon are spelling or grammar corrections. The earliest copy of the title page would have been written by oliver cowdery at the very end of may, 1829, as joseph finished dictating the translation of the book of mormon by the gift and power of god. The book of mormon, journal editions can help with both your daily study and your journaling efforts.
This newlyreleased replica is a beautiful recreation of the original 1830 book of mormon printed in palmyra, new york. Wright 1858, new york, basically a reprinting of the 1840 nauvoo edition. Helen schlie says she has owned the book for 45 years. The original text betrays its new england origin in many ways, from inconsistent spelling to incorrect use of tenses and number, as well as incorrect usage of jacobean. Smith said he has received these plates in 1827 from an angel named moroni, who identified himself to smith as a native. To the inside front cover are affixed four clippings of descriptions of different versions of first edition copies of the book of mormon and of an 1854 edition of the. Experience reading the book of mormon as the early saints did, with this 1830 heritage editiona faithful reproduction of the version printed by e.
Is the first printing of the book of mormon in 1830 the exact one word for word that we have today. There were 5,000 original book of mormon copies published in 1830 in palmyra, new york. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints the mormons, as they are called, have continued the printing of the book of mormon from 1830 and it is now among the top 5 most published books in history. The book of mormon a comparison with the 1830 ed and the. First edition book of mormon 1830 moons rare books. The original 1830 edition, book of mormon had s of errors. The book, still in good condition, is presumed to be the copy hyrum smith purchased after it was printed in palmyra, new york, in 1830.
Book of mormon, 1830, page 0 the joseph smith papers. I buy, sell and appraise free of charge rare mormon books, documents, photographs and artifacts. Along with the myth that paper is sacred is the fallacy that rare scriptures are unique like the plates. Moons rare books is a collection of rare and antique bibles, early mormon books and documents, lds scripture, classic literature, and early american and european historical documents. Sep 26, 2017 according to the deseret news, the printers copy was given by smith to the printer, eb grandin, in new york in 1830, and it was used to set the type for the first edition of the book of mormon. After the books publication, the manuscript remained in the possession of oliver cowdery, who gave it to his brotherinlaw, fellow book of mormon witness david. Grandin printed and sold the first copies of the book of mormon. This is an exact facsimile reprint of the original, 1830 edition of the book of mormon, the authoritative scripture of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. It was first published in march 1830 by joseph smith as the book of mormon.
Hearken and hear this, o house of jacob, which are called by the name of israel, and are come forth out of the waters of judah, which swear by the name of the lord. This copy of the book of mormon was published in palmyra, new york, by e. According to the deseret news, the printers copy was given by smith to the printer, eb grandin, in new york in 1830, and it was used to set the type for the first edition of the book of mormon. Also, some stories about the early time of the mormon. A study of some textual variations in the book of mormon comparing the original and the printers manuscripts and the 1830, the 1837, and the 1840 editions. Unfortunately, that original transcription of the title pagealong with threequarters of the book of mormon s original manuscriptwere. Introduction to 3,9 changes utah lighthouse ministry. Is the first printing of the book of mormon in 1830 the.
Mormon appraisal appraisals rare books lds 1830 book of mormon. Book of mormon printers manuscript is now online church. What is the response to some who say it has changed and can be proven by comparing to a copy of the original. Book of mormon first edition 1830 replica nauvoo mercantile. Smith said he has received these plates in 1827 from an angel named. Mormon appraisal appraisals rare books lds 1830 book of. Bridwell library includes a digitized facsimile of the 1830 edition of the book of mormon from the copy in southern methodist universitys bridwell library. Experience the book of mormon just as early converts such as emma smith, brigham young, and parley p. Copyright laws and the 1830 book of mormon byu studies. Occasionally you may have the opportunity to relive a moment in history. Nov 06, 2017 the printers manuscript was a safe copy made between april 1829 and january 1830 for use in the typesetting of the book of mormon in preparation for its publication in 1830. The book of mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible.
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