I argue that dna testing challenges some common faulty assumptions some people have made about. Subtitled another testament of jesus christ, it recounts the story story of an israelite family who immigrated to and fully populated the american continents. Simon southerton submitted to us as to why he left mormonism due to dna evidence is at whyleft125. To signup for a free trial of streaming over 300 videos. I argue that dna testing challenges some common faulty assumptions some people have made about the book of mormon, but does not attack the text itself. The scientific legacy of a quest to prove the book of mormon. In early 2008 rodney meldrum published a dvd titled dna evidence for book of mormon geography. Book of mormon dna evidence general discussions mormon. Response to the essay book of mormon and dna studies in the rest of this article, we will comment on specific statements in the essay book of mormon and dna studies pertaining to what it says about the science of dna research as it. I have tried to research this on my own since watching the video and i. Three great resources to debunk the dna vs book of mormon. Book of mormon and dna studies by michael degroote mormon times and deseret news february 4, 2014 february 4th, 2014.
For these same reasons, arguments that some defenders of the book of mormon make. These results were a great surprise to us, said study coauthor and ancient dna specialist eske willerslev, of the university of copenhagen, denmark. David read the surprising new dna evidence supports the book of mormon dr. How a mormon lawyer transformed archaeology in mexicoand. The evidence indicates that the book of mormon is in fact an amalgamation of ideas that were inspired by josephs own environment new and themes from the. Reviews of dna evidence for book of mormon geography fairmormon. Do christian critics of the book of mormon have a double standard regarding dna evidence. This video is a response to the original video, dna vs book of mormon incredible new evidence found here. Jan 19, 2016 rod is a friend of mine and a member of my hp group, but he has oversimplified this dna matter, aside from falsely stating 1 that the maya are the center of interest of those who consider the book of mormon to be a mesoamerican codex, and 2 that they focus on the maya because they think that joseph smith did so as well.
Anti mormon groups claim that a lack of dna evidence connecting the people of south and central america to the middle east is proof that the book of mormon is not a true record of jewish people in the new world. Nothing is known about the dna of book of mormon peoples, and even if their genetic profile were known, there are sound scientific reasons that it might remain undetected. The dvd is based upon a popular presentation given in a number of fireside. Book of mormon and dna studies church of jesus christ.
There is generally no direct support amongst mainstream historians and archaeologists for the. Archaeological and historical evidence dna and the book. The surprising new dna evidence supports the book of mormon. The book of mormon presents the evidence from dna researchers. The book of mormon presents the evidence from dna researchers, including mormon scientists who are wrestling with the dna dilemma that now faces mormonism. Wayne may presents book of mormon evidence in north american geography, archaeology and historical records. Non mormon archaeologists speak on book of mormon evidence. Book of mormon and dna studies, posted at on friday, is one of several additions or enhancements to the sites. Dna evidence of the book of mormon in north america, linking native. Dna evidence proves book of mormon claims about ancient.
So, really, the book of mormon is claiming that everyone in the new world came from judah. The book of mormon makes several scientific claims that can be tested. Dna evidence and molecular genetics disprove the book of mormon. His library research spurred his first hunt for archaeological evidence, in campeche in 1948. Ferguson, a lawyer by training, did go on to open an important new. The strongest evidence yet against the book of mormon. This particular video has brought together what we know about the book of mormon place of nahom. The book of mormon and the origin of native americans from a. The book of mormon describes a ditch being dug around the protected area. Book of mormon and dna studies here is a comment from the sltrib article this morning.
This new evidence, in contrast to the first, appears to provide support for the book of mormon as well as and an interesting geographic paradigm for the events therein. The author goes over the same stuff weve just been over and even more factors we havent been able to get to. In his book, meldrum attempts to use dna evidence to prove that the heartland of the united states, from the gulf of mexico on the south to the great lakes on the north, is the geographic location of all new world events of the book of mormon. Dna analysis has concluded that native american indians do not originate from the middle east or from israelites but rather from asia. New discoveries in dna research currently allow scientists to test this historical claim. All opinions, speakers and presenters represent and express their own individual opinions, and not necessarily the opinions of firm foundation, book of mormon evidence, or its employees, and no information or opinions represent the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints need to realize that. The lds church released an essay on their website titled book of mormon and dna studies. The book of mormon for more than 170 years, the church of jesus christ of latterday saints has declared the book of mormon to be a scriptural and literal history. The book of mormon teaches that these israelites are the principal ancestors of modernday native americans. Ostler virtual expo april 2020 part 2 amberli nelson fascinating new hebraisms found in the heartland. That very arrangement is now well documented archaeologically an ancient american setting for the book of mormon, provo, utah.
What is the controversy about dna and the book of mormon and why is it important. Archaeological and historical evidence dna and the book of. The book of mormon and the origin of native americans from. What scriptures in the book of mormon affirm the presence of other people in. If weve been bamboozled long enough, we tend to reject any evidence of the bamboozle. Perego, the book of mormon and the origin of native americans from a maternally inherited dna standpoint, in no weapon shall prosper. We must ask ourselves why all of the reasons given by this essay for the disappearance of book of mormon dna should not also apply to these and many other real world examples. Two of the most prevalent claims for the book of mormon are, there is much archaeological proof to the book of mormon, and the american indians are descendants of israelites who came to america as described in the book of mormon.
Dna evidence and the book of mormon conclusive proof. Critics of the lds church recently latched onto dna studies that point to a predominant asiatic origin to the american indians and conclude that the book of mormon cannot be an ancient record as claimed by joseph smith. David read the surprising new dna evidence supports the book of mormon 40m. As it turns out, archaeologists have been able to find and positively identify nahom in southern arabia. Does dna evidence prove the book of mormon is false. Joseph smith said in the introduction to the book i told the brethren that the book of mormon was the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone to our religion yet, the evidence shows the book of mormon is not revelation from god, but a fictitious story written by joseph smith. Sep 08, 2016 response to the essay book of mormon and dna studies in the rest of this article, we will comment on specific statements in the essay book of mormon and dna studies pertaining to what it says about the science of dna research as it applies to the issues raised by the book of mormon. Dna evidence and molecular genetics disprove the book of mormon by rich deem introduction. Book of mormon evidence in american archaeology wayne may. Critics who attempt to rely on dna evidence to attack the truth of the book of mormon mi.
Dna evidence does not support the testimony of the lds church mormon doctrine. Mormon church says it was an error in their come follow me manual that there was a curse of dark skin. What are the criticisms related to the book of mormon and dna. New scientific support for the truthfulness of the book of mormon. At this point, dna evidence simply cannot disprove or prove the historicity of the book of mormon. This video is part of a new and exciting video initiative by book of mormon central.
What scriptures in the book of mormon affirm the presence of other people in the book of mormon in the new world. The book of mormon and lds prophets identify todays native. This book locates everything from the narrow neck, to zarahemla, from cumorah, to the land of promise, bountiful. Over the past several years there has been a lot of debate over dna and the book of mormon.
According to the book, two of these groups originated from ancient israel. Joseph smith claimed that the book of mormon is the. Continuing studies provide new insights, and some challenge previous conclusions. This page is an appendix to dna and the book of mormon. Dna vs book of mormon incredible new evidence general. Dna evidence of the book of mormon in north america, linking native americans to the jewish population in the middle east. Nonmormon archaeologists speak on book of mormon evidence. Book of mormon dna evidence sign in to follow this. I have watched more than 20 hours of wayne may book of mormon lecture videos and conversed with both wayne may and rod meldrum in person. May 11, 2009 a recently published book claims that dna evidence proves the book of mormon, one of the books of scripture used by the mormon church, incorrect. Miraculous claims surrounding the coming forth of the book of mormon are an evidence of the prophetic calling of joseph smith. David read the surprising new dna evidence supports the.
Ok people, put your seatbelts on because were about to embark on a complicated journey through the world of population genetics as we explore what dna evidence has to say about the historicity of the book of mormon. Dna and the book of mormon book of mormon archaeological. Related topics including the book of mormon and dna. Dna and the book of mormon explained fulllength video youtube. The book of mormon is clear that it was a literal curse on their skin. Dna vs book of mormon incredible new evidence youtube. Book of mormon evidence streaming faithfully exploring. Ces letter links to a poorly written wikipedia article as the basis of their sweeping claim. In this episode, three geneticists respond to the lds essay book of mormon and dna studies, and to apologist michael ashs article entitled the dna challenge to the book of mormon that fizzled.
Dna evidence contradicts this origin story, and the lds church has had to. Ancient dna evidence for old world origin of new world dogs. Now the same dna evidence used in courts of law can credibly speak to the validity of the book of mormon, which serves as the foundation of the mormon religion. The book of mormon makes scientifically testable claims that science has continuously shown to have no basis in fact. Dna evidence disproves key mormon doctrine youtube. Reviews of dna evidence for book of mormon geography. In the past few years, dna studies have been used to provide what may be the strongest and most convincing evidence so far against the authenticity of the book of mormon. With our new subscription site you will be able to access hundreds of hours of videos, articles, and other resources. Book of mormon dna evidence is the holy grail for mormons and antimormons alike.
The evidence assembled to date suggests that the majority of native. Correlation and verification through dna, prophetic, scriptural, historical, climatological, archaeological, social, and cultural evidence. Thousands of native americans from more than 150 tribes have been genetically tested to determine their. This dvd delivers on its promise, and provided empirical evidence to those who will listen. Critics intent on discrediting the restoration point to dna studies on indigenous american peoples in an attempt to expose joseph, the book of mormon, and the church of jesus christ of latterday saints as frauds. The book of mormon and the new world dna deseret book. In fact, several mormon organizations have been founded in order to prove.
Mar 26, 2016 the material below covers the geography of the book of mormon in north america. The book of mormon geography lands and map with dna evidence. Gospel topics, book of mormon, constitution, signs of the times, world events, health and fitness, camping and selfreliance. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints and other denominations in the lds restorationist movement have taught that native americans are descendents of three groups of ancient israelites who came to the new world. A recently published book claims that dna evidence proves the book of mormon, one of the books of scripture used by the mormon church, incorrect. In the end, god is faithful to once again make the truth plain to those who are willing to assess the evidence honestly. For these same reasons, arguments that some defenders of the book of mormon make based on dna studies are also speculative. Thomas murphy, anthropologist, mormon scholar, and dna researcher, acknowledges the problem that the dna evidence presents for the historical accuracy of the book of mormon. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Nov 06, 2006 the book of mormon teaches that these israelites are the principal ancestors of modernday native americans. Claiming that scientific evidence excludes any possibility that middle eastern or ancient jewish travelers came to the americas in antiquity, such. The video is the third in book of mormon centrals evidence video series, the two previous videos being one on the archaeological evidence for the place called nahom, mentioned by nephi 1 nephi 16. Wikipedias other article on americas settlement does not. Antimormon groups claim that a lack of dna evidence connecting the people of south and central america to the middle east is proof that the book of mormon is not a true record of jewish people in the new world.
Religious studies center, brigham young university, 2011, 171217. Your browser does not currently recognize any of the video formats available. This video is an eyeopening look for mormons to see the deception laid before them by clearly proving that there is no evidence to support the book of mormon and, in fact, provides contrary evidence. The chief claim, and the premise of the entire book, is that hebrews carried the message of the coming messiah on a voyage across the atlantic. Atop it a fence of timbers was planted and bound together with vines. Rod is a friend of mine and a member of my hp group, but he has oversimplified this dna matter, aside from falsely stating 1 that the maya are the center of interest of those who consider the book of mormon to be a mesoamerican codex, and 2 that they focus on the maya because they think that joseph smith did so as well.
A new page posted on the lds churchs website says dna studies cannot decisively affirm or reject the historical authenticity of the book of mormon. Jun 17, 2017 this video is part of a new and exciting video initiative by book of mormon central. The book of mormon, the founding document of the latter day saint movement and one of the four books of scripture of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church, is an account of three groups of people. Are israelites the principal ancestors of native americans. The study authors believe the new study could also help resolve some longstanding puzzles on the peopling of the new world, which include genetic oddities and archaeological inconsistencies. The material below covers the geography of the book of mormon in north america. In summary, dna evidence and the book of mormon is long overdue. If anyone tries to tell you differently in either direction, be very skeptical. Nothing is known about the dna of book of mormon peoples, and even if their. This is some heavy duty gaslighting and throwing the bom under the bus. The book of mormon claims that the native american peoples are descended from the house of israel, but the dna evidence, according to this book, points to an asiatic origin for the american continents native people. The conclusion states, much as critics and defenders of the book of mormon would like to use dna studies to support their views, the evidence is simply inconclusive. The dna evidence has exposed the true ancestry of native americans with amazing clarity and also, unfortunately for the lds church, the dubious history of the book of mormon.
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