I just got this Book Of Mormon from some guys that knocked on my door is it worth my time to read?

Answer 1

I suggest u read it read also the Bible & the Holy Quran then deside wich religion is best for u

Answer 2

I'm amazed by all the bashing on here.

Go for it. I reccommend a good sincere prayer and a quite place to read. If you find it to be right and good, you can always learn more, it you don't find it to be right and good then stop reading.

You have to determine the truthfullness for yourself, and keep in mind that faith is a big key.

I also recommend The Work and the Glory. It's fiction based in history. It's about the Mormon Pioneers, it's quite the long series, but it gives a lot of insight into the culture.

It's about learnign and keeping an open mind. you never know what you might find.

Answer 3

The Book of Mormon is one of the funniest books ever written. Try it! You won't be disappointed. What's so funny about it, you ask?

First, the narrator is a riot. He does everything he can to sound like he's one of the translators of the King James Bible, and he doesn't quite succeed. The result is the sort of muddled mess you get when you see someone trying to fake a British accent. Comedy gold.

Then there's the plot. Image a religion written by the bastard child of J.R.R. Tolkien and Dan Brown. You've got gratuitous references to the ancient Hebrews, a bunch of urban legends of the day thrown in and played for fact, and some interesting-but-somewhat-stilted supernatural characters thrown in, along with a pointless McGuffin or two with a funky name and a magical purpose but no real explanation. Tolkien had his One Ring, and Joseph Smith has his magic translating stones.

The one disappointment is in the constructed languages in the book, or "conlangs," as nerds call them. Tolkien went through the trouble of actually designing Elvish and writing some stuff in the language. Joseph Smith never does that for his "Ancient Egyptian." He just tells you it's there and then never bothers saying anything in it, probably because he was a bit of a lazy writer who didn't want to take the time to flesh out his conlang.

The book has had some decent literary influence. It hasn't been a big hit with the Smithsonian, but that's mostly because some overenthusiastic fans who can't tell the difference between fiction and nonfiction keep submitting it as historical fact to them, forgetting all the while that the Smithsonian is a museum, not a Convention. Fans of the Book of Mormon, or "Mormies," can be even more enthusiastic about their fandom than Trekkies, sometimes trying to spread their love of fantasy from door to door. This can be a bit of a hassle to those who can't seem to convince them that they're more sci-fi people, but you can't really blame them for their zeal. After all, their fandom inspired other popular fandoms, including the popular "$cientology" series by L. Ron Hubbard.

Mormies, like Trekkies, love their conventions, but they can be pushy about them. They insist that they get together every weekend for a convention known as the "church" (probably an ironic term), and they get irritated if you don't go. They make you show up in costume, too. Not only do you usually have to put on a dress or a coat and tie, you also have to submit to their somewhat lesser known subfandom. They're big superhero buffs, so they make you wear superhero underwear underneath your regular clothes. Word has it that some Mormies are so committed to their fandom that they never take this underwear off, even for bathing or sex.

Mormies tend to throw good parties, as evidence by all the strange rituals you have to go through to become a member of their fandom. This is commonly known to most non-Mormies as hazing, but they call it "baptism." They like their rituals so much that they imagine that everyone in the world shares their fandom, and they'll go so far as to baptise people who have never heard of them, or who are dead. They're a strange bunch.

Overall, they turn out to be slightly more strange than Trekkies, but not as outright bizarre as furries. Read the book at your own risk, but remember that you're missing out on a literary comedy gem.

Answer 4

One of my best friends is a Mormon. I made a minor attempt to read some of it while at his house a few years ago ... I found its wording constipated and not entertaining, much like the Old and New Testament, so I put it back on the shelf.

But I've also never gotten very far in reading On The Road - Kerouac.

Answer 5

The Racist God of Mormonism
Joseph Smith, the founder of the Mormon Church taught that the mark of Cain mentioned in Genesis 4:15 is black skin.

"In the evening debated with John C. Bennett and others to show that the Indians have greater cause to complain of the treatment of the whites, than the ******, or sons of Cain" (History of the Church, 4:501).

Second LDS President Brigham Young also taught that:

"Cain slew his brother. Cain might have been killed, and that would have put a termination to that line of human beings. This was not to be, and the Lord put a mark upon him, which is the flat nose and black skin" (Journal of Discourses, 7:290-291).

This 'curse' of black skin comes as a result of choices made as a spirit in the pre-existence.

"There is a reason why one man is born black and with other disadvantages, while another is born white with great advantages. The reason is that we once had an estate before we came here, and were obedient; more or less, to the laws that were given us there" (Joseph F. Smith, Doctrines of Salvation, 1:61).

As a result, "****** are not equal with other races where the result of certain spiritual blessings are concerned" (Bruce McConkie, Mormon Doctrine, 1958 ed., p. 477).

Prior to 1978, when "the Lord" changed His mind and decided to allow blacks to hold the priesthood, "One drop of ***** blood" in a persons veins was enough to "receive the curse" (Race Problems- As They Affect the Church, Address by Mark E. Peterson at the convention of Teachers of Religion on the College Level, Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah, August 27, 1954).

While the god of Mormonism "curses" people with black skin, and those "born white [live] with great advantages," the God of the Bible is not partial to skin color. The true God of the universe "is no respecter of persons" (Acts 10:34) and does not show favoritism.

"For the LORD your God is God of gods, and Lord of lords, a great God, a mighty, and a terrible, which regardeth not persons, nor taketh reward." (Deuteronomy 10:17)

"For there is no respect of persons with God." (Romans 2:11)

Unlike the god of Mormonism, the God of the Bible is not racist. He has no pets. All are alike in his eyes, regardless of skin color, social stature or wealth. Those who believe in Him know that they are treated as equals with all members of the human race.

Answer 6

If you are curious, then read it. That doesn't mean you have to believe what you read or become Mormon. Have an open mind and form your own opinion. I personally have never had the desire to read it because I have listened to Mormons talk of their beliefs and I don't agree. It's a personal preferance.

Answer 7

Joseph Smith, the author and founder of the Mormon religion was a false prophet. He said that an angel appeared to him and gave him the words.

Paul, in Galatians 1:8 said that if anyone, even an "angel" preach another gospel than what he preached, then let them be accursed. If you haven't studied the Bible much, then spend your time much more wisely by doing that.

I use to go to a Mormon Church. I was seeking for the Truth and Jesus led me out of it and sent me to a true Bible believing church.

Answer 8

It is worth reading--but remmeber that these young men are trying to convert you to their faith. If you are not intereted in converting, then tell them so. Mormonism may work for you, though--in which case, you will end up reading far more than just the Book of Mormon.

Answer 9

As a "Mormon," I may be a little biased on this question, so take my answer as such.

I would recommend at least reading the book. The young men who came to your door are sacrificing a lot to bring it to you. Keep an open mind and be aware that God is ready and willing to answer your prayers. If you ask Him whether the Book is true, and are willing to accept and act on whatever answer you get, He will answer you.

Answer 10

Yeah, it's worth a look. Look at the history of the mormons too. Very interesting. Of course, it is all a load of crap but then again so is harry potter. It's an interesting story.

Answer 11

I would encourage you to read it and decide for yourself. If those guys come back, have them mark some of their favorite chapters. After you read part of it, pray about it. If you feel in your heart "good feelings", like this is something you should be reading, then keep doing so. If you don't feel anything, keep reading and praying until you do. If you pray and you feel that you are doing something wrong by reading it, then stop. It's that simple. Trust your heart and that God will lead you in the right direction.