Studies in Scripture, Vol. 7: 1 Nephi to Alma 29

by Kent P. Jackson

The volumes in the Studies in Scripture series contain collections of essays written to give greater insight into history and doctrine of the standard works of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Recognizing that there is no substitute for sincere and serious study of the scriptures themselves, the authors have worked to point Latter-days Saints toward the wealth of wisdom and inspired direction to be discovered in the Lord’s word. These detailed discussions by deeply committed and believing LDS scholars have become a classic addition to many libraries. The new paperback editions make them easier to use and more accessible to everyone! This is another volume in the series intended to enhance and supplement the personal study of the truths found in the standard works. This volume focuses on the first half of the Book of Mormon. Covering topics such Nephi and the destiny of Israel, redemption through the Holy Messiah, being nourished by the word Of God, the coming forth of the Book of Mormon and many more. With contributors Joseph F. McConkie , Catherine Thomas, Robert Millet and other leading LDS scholars this is a classic addition to any LDS library.

Genres: Religion

Paperback

Published February 1, 2004

About the author

Kent P. Jackson is a professor of ancient scripture at Brigham Young University. He was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah, and graduated from BYU with a B.A. in ancient studies. He then earned M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in ancient Near Eastern studies from the University of Michigan. He joined the BYU faculty in 1980.

Dr. Jackson has two primary academic interests. The first is the intersection of the Bible and Latter-day Saint history and beliefs. The second is the Middle East—ancient, medieval, and modern. He is a former chair of Near Eastern Studies at the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at BYU and former associate dean of Religious Education. He has been a faculty member at the BYU Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies five times.

Dr. Jackson has authored several books and articles. In his spare time he enjoys traveling, reading, and wildflower photography.

He and his wife, Nancy, live in Orem, Utah, and are the parents of five children and nine grandchildren.

Reviews

[Rina · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a really great study guide. Each chapter in the study guide went over a group of chapters within the Book of Mormon. This formed a whole new style of learning for me. When reading the chapters in groupings I was able to see more clearly the principles being taught, I also felt that I was getting a deeper understanding of principles I already knew.

The only negative about this book was that each of it's chapters is written by a different author so it isn't very fluid. Some chapters will focus on geography, another will be heavy on history, and others are all doctrine. I never knew what I was getting into. However, because the book was written this way I have a good idea of what authors I learned from the most, and now have a list of people whose other works will be most helpful to my own personal leaning style.

[Kel Luken · Rating 4 out of 5]

If your reading the B of M, I liked it better than vol. 8. As a stand alone, it's well worth the study as a means to enhance scripture reading. Hits and misses as far as which essays are better.

[Janette · Rating 5 out of 5]

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