Category: Joseph Smith Translation / Inspired Version
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Joseph Smith and Luke 10:22
The official History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (aka History of the Church or HOC) reproduces Joseph Smith’s journal where he stated: “This winter [1832-33] was spent in translating the Scriptures…I completed the translation and review of the New Testament, on the 2nd of February, 1833 and sealed it up, no…
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The Joseph Smith Translation: Inspired by Whom?
The Joseph Smith Translation: Inspired by Whom? By Bill McKeever The following was originally printed in the July/August 2011 edition of Mormonism Researched. To request a free subscription, please visit here.
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The Joseph Smith Translation of the Bible
The Joseph Smith Translation of the Bible By Bill McKeever The following was originally printed in the March-April 2009 edition of Mormonism Researched. To request a free subscription, please visit here.
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The Inspired Version: Why Isn’t It Officially Used Today?
According to Mormonism history, Joseph Smith was commanded by God to make a new translation of the Bible. Then, a few years later, these compiled changes were finished in 1833. While Mormon leaders continually cite from Smith’s work, the Joseph Smith Translation (or Inspired Version) is not officially used by the church. Instead, the King…
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Inspired Version (Joseph Smith Translation) (Defined)
Inspired Version. Also known as the Joseph Smith Translation (JST). According to Doctrine and Covenants 73, Smith was commanded by God to work on a new translation of the Bible. It is said this was accomplished by way of revelation. While Mormon leaders have argued that the translation was not finished, the History of the Church reports that Smith finished his…
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Joseph Smith’s Genesis 50 Additions
I’ve recently completed a 2-year study of the Old Testament book of Genesis. What a rich, sacred history God has given us in the opening pages of His Word. Though the book is a mere 50 chapters, it’s so packed with amazing events, prophesies and wisdom I could easily spend many more years in a…
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Faith Alone and the Joseph Smith Translation
By Bill McKeever Several LDS leaders have expressed their distain for the biblical teaching of salvation by grace through faith alone. Joseph Fielding Smith, on page 192 of The Restoration of All Things, stated, “One of the most pernicious doctrines ever advocated by man, is the doctrine of ‘justification by faith alone,’ which has entered…
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Does the Bible Contain Prophecies About Joseph Smith?
Could Joseph Smith be a biblical prophet? Mormons point to Genesis revisions and Elijah’s return in prophecy, but scholars argue these lack evidence, favoring John the Baptist as the true fulfillment.