This volume in the perspectives on mormon theology series is an exploration of mormon apologeticsor the defense of faith. In the article daniel peterson goes to great lengths to frame the public awareness of the multiple first vision accounts in a faithful context. Mormon apologetics is at this time focused on the defense of individual. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints 2,335,587 views 1. Introduction, volume 6the modest but important end of apologetics. In this inspiring and informative presentation, dr. The smell around daniel peterson and his ilk at farms, eeyore wrote on march. In the article daniel peterson goes to great lengths to frame the public awareness. Hauglid, michael rhodes, john gee, william hamblin, paul hoskisson, and daniel c. Serious study of the book of mormon by latterday saints is flourishing today as never before. A zombies reflections on that mormon apologists reflections a. The several accounts of joseph smiths first vision, the historicity of the book of mormon, and polygamy are just three examples. Please consider donating today to support our effort to provide latterday saints the tools and.
Byu professor daniel peterson fired as editor of mormon. Peterson reads the recoveryfrommormonism bulletin board. Daniel peterson, our favorite apologist, pens another. However, additional evidences of the divinity of this book also exist. Daniel peterson rips it up general discussions mormon. A journal of mormon scripture, volume 27 2017 by daniel c.
Peterson affectionately known as tapir dan by some for his theory that book of mormon horses could instead be deer or tapirs presented his reflections on that letter to a ces director. Peterson, daniel c william rees palmer, two pahute indian legends. Evidences and witnesses of the book of mormon by daniel c. An examination of scholarly and prophetic statements on the law of consecration, the next big thing in lds apologetics. Mormon apologetics provide defense by argument for distinct views held by latterday saints. Daniel peterson and his 4 points on people leaving. Daniel peterson, our favorite apologist, pens another classic. Daniel peterson speaks to the youth of the american fork, utah 5th ward of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Donate today to a good cause while supporting latter day saints like. What, why, and howthis podcast series features past fairmormon conference presentations.
The apologetics resource center is about the process of understanding the times and the alien philosophies opposed to gods truth, as well as understanding and effecting the antidote of both knowing gods truth and being the truth in our home, neighborhood, and culture. Peterson, a scholar looks at evidences for the book of. Please consider donating today to support our effort to provide latterday saints the tools and resources and the safe space for conversations to navigate a difficult and often lonely faith transition. Fortunately, we no longer have to go to or rely upon mormon apologists like brian m. The nook book ebook of the perspectives on mormon theology. This episode is a presentation from our 2018 conference. Before we begin, could you tell us a little bit about yourself and your involvement with islamic studies and mormon apologetics. Dehlin, peterson, and unsubstantiated myths ruminatio. He has published and spoken extensively on both islamic and mormon subjects. Hard to discount all those witnesses reports of having handled such objects.
Van dyke and loyd isao ericson, greg kofford books. I have sifted through his over 11,000 words and i am dismayed that peterson completely misses the entire point of my letter to the ces director. Farms in 1979 to promote and coordinate book of mormon. I recently came across an article titled, defending the faith. He joins the ranks of joseph fielding smith whose books are.
Jul 16, 2015 book of mormon apologetics and scholarship. A barebones secular argument for the gospel daniel c. Exploring an ancient religious tradition, on october 29, 2012. A comprehensive survey of prophetic and doctrinal statements by latterday prophets and apostles, aspen books, isbn 9781562360627. Peterson is a professor of islamic studies and arabic in the department of asian and near eastern languages at brigham young university and currently. Daniel peterson is a professor of islamic studies and arabic at. And evidence of the book of mormon roots in the ancient middle east may, in certain cases, offer the most convincing defense. Shakeup hits byus mormon studies institute the salt.
Creating a cumulative case for the book of mormon, written by daniel peterson. Peterson, a scholar looks at evidences for the book of mormon. Daniel peterson summarized the article in lds living, which at last count was shared 536 times. Mar 06, 2018 daniel peterson is the president and chairman of the board of the interpreter foundation, a scholar of islam, and the founding editor of the middle eastern texts initiative. Peterson is a regular participant in online fora about mormonism where he discusses the lds faith and its apologetics. Perspectives on mormon theology apologetics, edited by blair g. Daniel peterson mormonism, the mormon church, beliefs. Whats interesting is that you explained exactly what the differences and problems are with apologetics vs someone like dehlin. Peterson and evangelical james white for more information on lds apologetics, visit. Evidences and witnesses of the book of mormon book.
In 1997, the group became a formal part of brigham young university byu, which is owned and operated by the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church. The most reassuring response to the mountain meadows massacre could be the book of mormon witnesses. I dont see it that harshly, but this episode was every difficult for me. Peterson for answers on the problems of the book of abraham. It seems the mi hasnt had its heart in it for years. Ever since joining the lds church at the age of 16, ive spent countless hours explaining, sharing and defending the gospel of jesus christ. Others in various forums have called daniel peterson dishonest for this. He is the author of numerous articles and books on mormon history and doctrine. Dan peterson archives radio free mormonradio free mormon. Especially apologetic discussion of the book of abraham. That said, i went into this discussion on apologetics with an open mind, eager to see what several lds scholars thought. The role of apologetics in mormon studies interpreter. In which i respond to a recent post by daniel peterson articulating the distinction between positive and negative apologetics. Aug 10, 2014 on the dna issue, for instance, daniel is specific in citing the complaint, offering a response that points to the detailed book on the topic, referring to sorensonss mormon s codex, and his own knowledge of the committee debates behind the noncanonical introduction the book of mormon.
After all the book of mormon states that we should be learned and well versed in scholarly pursuits with the caution of 2 nephi 9. Even though he passed away in 2005, hugh nibley is still the most recognizable mormon apologist. Rfm takes issue with the logical fallacies, deceptiveness, and blatant lies by lds apologist dan peterson in his article defending the faith. But to be learned is good if they hearken unto the. Jun 11, 2009 one example of this is how daniel peterson of farms and ben mcguire of the foundation for apologetic information and research fair contradict lds apostle jamese. In this episode of religion today that originally aired on july 29, 2012, martin tanner talks with dan peterson talks about what it means to be an apologist, what drew him to apologetics, the history of mormon apologetics, and some of the evidences of the truthfulness of the book of mormon. Why the grand canyon was made and the three days of darkness. This volume in the perspectives on mormon theology series is an exploration of mormon apologetics or the defense of faith. Nothing can take the place of a spiritual witness that the book of mormon is true. Daniel, i apologize if you dont like video of yourself up here, but i think it would be helpful for other lds to see this plus youre already all over youtube anyway. Peterson author, duane boyce contributor, richard d.
Oct 31, 2017 in which i respond to a recent post by daniel peterson articulating the distinction between positive and negative apologetics. Since its very beginning, various latterday saints have sought to utilize evidence and reason to actively promote or defend beliefs and claims within the mormon tradition. A journal of mormon scripture by the interpreter foundation. It relates to tangible interactions with book of mormon objects. A collection of short articles from the farms newsletter in the 1980. Along with peterson were also dismissed his associate editors louis c. Critical foundations of mormon apologetics blair g. Peterson, a noted scholar and lecturer, provides an intriguing look at the evidences that support the book of mormon as an ancient. A journal of mormon scripture, volume 24 2017 ebook written by daniel c. Peterson affectionately known as tapir dan by some for his theory that book of mormon horses could instead. Strong semitic and egyptian elements in utoaztecan. Of the mormon apologistswho, he wrote under quite different circumstances back in 2011, are easily best represented by daniel peterson. Peterson received a bachelors degree in greek and philosophy from brigham young university byu and, after several years of study in jerusalem and cairo, earned his ph.
The challenge of mormon academia for evangelical apologetics jaxon washburn apologetics, evangelical christianity, mormonism 26042020 26042020 5 minutes we cannot hide the facts of the matter. Lds apologetics and the battle for mormon history christian. The case of benjamin park with reference to dan peterson, david holland, and terryl givens december 19, 2014 by rhancock 0 comments. The supposed scandal of multiple first vision accounts. Fairmormon and book of mormon central shared the article. Maxwell institute for religious scholarship, isbn 9780934893725. Peterson is also known for his work as an apologist and scholar on subjects dealing with claims of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church. The cumulative case against the book of mormon stephen j. Foundation for ancient research and mormon studies wikipedia. Peterson has 76 books on goodreads with 1172 ratings. At mormon discussions we look to help you navigate mormonism.
One of his most recent projects has been the development of a website featuring the testimonies of lds scholars. Peterson at the 2008 fair conference in sandy, utah. After rumors circulated earlier in the week, byus maxwell institute for religious scholarship confirmed today that daniel c. Daniel peterson, our favorite apologist, pens another classic today via the des news on the utility of apologetics in this piece, peterson warns against the disease of doubt and offers up nonsequiter defenses, such as this one. Bad book of mormon apologetics lds church is true blog. The foundation for ancient research and mormon studies farms was an informal collaboration of academics devoted to latterday saint historical scholarship. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read interpreter. Fairmormon is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing welldocumented answers to criticisms of the doctrine, practice, and history of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints.
If you would like to watch the video of this and the other presentations from the 2018 conference, you can still purchase video streaming. This is a handy and rather delightful book that can help both latterday saints mormons and nonmormons deal with the questions of whether or not mormons are. Peterson john dehlin august 19, 2011 apologetics, best of mormon stories, church history, faith promoting stories, new listeners 408 comments daniel c. It is an attempt to respond to critics who argue that the book of mormon is not genuine. A journal of mormon scripture, volume 26 2017 ebook written by daniel c. One example of this is how daniel peterson of farms and ben mcguire of the foundation for apologetic information and research fair contradict lds apostle jamese. A journal of mormon scripture, volume 26 2017 1st edition. A journal of mormon scripture published by the interpreter foundation. Celebrating two new books in the book of mormon critical text project. Talmages explanation, in his book jesus the christ, that john10. Dan peterson mormon apologist a eulogy recovery from. Daniel peterson apologetics mormonism critical debates. Daniel peterson, our favorite apologist, pens another classic today via the des news on the utility of apologetics.
Fairmormon faithful answers to criticisms of the lds church. Peterson discusses the anachronisms and scientific. Aug 03, 2012 i thought id take a moment and give a shout out for the foundation for apologetic information and research fair and their 14th annual conference coming up in less than a month, on august 23, 2012, in sandy, utah. Daniel peterson is the president and chairman of the board of the interpreter foundation, a scholar of islam, and the founding editor of the middle eastern texts initiative. This book reveals the tactics many antimormons employ in. This podcast series features past fairmormon conference presentations. Mar 02, 2018 the interpreter foundation is a nonprofit educational organization focused on the scriptures of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Donate today to a good cause while supporting latter day saints like you. I get the impression that the questioner was a plant and peterson did not know he was being videoed. Peterson is a professor of islamic studies and arabic in the department of asian and near eastern languages at brigham young university and currently serves as editorinchief of byus. Jun 09, 2009 we also brought out the books we were going to be discussing live on the air on ktkk radio in salt lake city, the sunday evening after the semiannual mormon general conference. He is the author of several books and numerous articles on islamic and latterday saint. Book of mormon apologetics and scholarship deseret news.