Doctrinal Commentary on the Book of Mormon, 2

by Joseph Fielding McConkie, Robert L. Millet

As the keystone of our religion, the Book of Mormon is high-priority reading. Naturally, it is read with varying degrees of comprehension, and many of us need assistance to deepen our understanding. This fourvolume commentary focuses on the most significant aspect of this standard work—doctrine. Dividing the material into convenient topical sections, each volume quotes the Book of Mormon verses and gives detailed commentary that reflects not only the authors’ own considerable scholarship and research but also the insights of other scriptures and modern prophets. This invaluable commentary will help readers draw nearer to God by enhancing their study of His sacred word.

Genres: Religion, Lds, Church, Nonfiction

Hardcover

First published August 1, 1998

About the author

Joseph Fielding McConkie received a Doctorate of Education from Brigham Young University in 1973, following which he became the director of the LDS Institute of Religion at the University of Washington in Seattle. Four years later he joined the faculty at BYU where he is now a Professor of Ancient Scripture. He is the author or co-author of 25 books, the most recent being a 1200 page work titled Revelations of the Restoration. His scholarly interests center in scripture and doctrine. Other experiences include being an LDS Chaplain in Vietnam, a mission president in Scotland, and a Stake President at BYU.

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Reviews

[Melanie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I found this commentary series on my parent's bookshelves as I've been going through their estate, and locked in during quarantine, I determined to read the books I found on the shelves. I began reading them with my study of The Book of Mormon in January. This is the second volume I've completed and I have found that they enrich my study tremendously. I have made many notes in the margins of my scriptures, and thought pretty deeply about several points of doctrine.

Two things that I've learned reading this volume which covers Jacob through Mosiah have especially stood out to me. One was a quote by Mark E. Peterson that was included in the discussion about Mosiah 18:23. He said, "Observance of the Sabbath is an indication of the depth of our conversion. our observance or nonobservance of the Sabbath is an unerring measure of our attitude toward the Lord personally and toward His suffering in Gethsemane, his death on the cross, and his resurrection of the dead. It is a sign of whether we are Christians in very deed, or whether our conversion is so shallow that commemoration of his atoning sacrifice means little or nothing to us." This quote not only made me have a desire to do better in my own personal observance of the Sabbath, but called to mind my angel mother and her zeal in keeping the Sabbath a holy day.

The other quote that I found especially relevant to me at this particular time as I've been striving to be more forgiving came while I was studying Mosiah 26:31. Spencer W. Kimball said, "He who will not forgive others, breaks down the bridge over which he himself must travel." That was an especially vivid way for me to keep in mind that it is only the merciful who obtain mercy.

I think studying with a commentary has enhanced my study of The Book of Mormon, but it is also true that it causes me to slow down and really ponder each verse. And sometimes I miss reading a bit quicker and just letting the words wash over me. I will be moving on to the next volume, which funnily enough I had to buy off eBay as it was the only volume missing from the set.

[Anita · Rating 5 out of 5]

Like all commentaries it had it's exciting and its boring parts. they may not be the easest reading but i am thankful for them. I choose this book. this book to help me in my church calling teaching the youth in sunday school. I used this book for 2024 booklist queen prompt inspiring non fiction.

[Ruth · Rating 5 out of 5]

love having the scriptural passages included in the commentary

[Tyler · Rating 4 out of 5]

A lot of really great doctrinal insights and commentary.

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

As I read the Book of Mormon this year in Gospel Doctrine class I tried to stay up with the Commentary as well. I had taken a class from Robert Millet in college and had crossed paths with him and also Joseph McConkie many times in my life, as I grew-up so close to both of them, so I was excited to be taught from them in these books on the Book of Mormon. Some things were very insightful and others were just a reinforcement of things I already knew. Excellent book!

[Regan · Rating 4 out of 5]

The authors did add a few useful insights into understanding the Book of Mormon. They do not stray too far in their commentary. Because of this they don't say anything that isn't quite consistent with the basic messages of the Book of Mormon. Sometimes their writing was a bit redundant of the text itself but they generally write well.

[Carissa · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm not a huge fan of these doctrinal commentaries. I'm not feeling like the commentary is adding a lot to my reading experience. I'll probably finish this series because I own all of the books, but I'm not loving these commentaries.

2.5 Stars.

[Janene · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved how Millet and McConkie work together and add depth to the scriptures.

[Carol · Rating 5 out of 5]

Liked the second volume better than the first. Really helps with understanding the Book Of Mormon

[Patti · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book to help with your study of the Book of Mormon.