The church s founder, joseph smith, claims to have translated the content of the book of mormon from an ancient text through the power of god. The book of mormon touted as fourth most influential work in. The 10 most influential books ever written why to read. Its interesting to hear it referred to as the fourth most influential book in american literature. To this day the bible remains the most purchased book in the world. Why the book of mormon was voted the fourth most influential book in. Book of mormon sets new record for most expensive manuscript. According to the book, the americas are portrayed as a land of promise, the worlds most exceptional land of the time. There can be no doubt that the book of mormon is among the most influential books in american history. Not everyone may agree with the books on this list, some might wish to make substitutions and others may not agree with the order in which they are listed, it all depends on peoples views. The prophet joseph smith said that the book of mormon is the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion and that a person would get nearer to god by abiding by its precepts, than by any other book teachings of the prophet joseph smith, p. Book of mormon mormonism, the mormon church, beliefs. Gutjahrs clear, compelling narrative traces this influence from the books american beginnings through translations, migrations, and cultural adaptations into its global twentyfirst century. The history of thought from ancient times to today 1998 is a book of intellectual history written by martin seymoursmith, a british poet, critic, and biographer.
Since that time the books influence has been recognized by many. Why the book of mormon was voted the fourth most influential. The top most influential books selected by the online public vote span an eclectic range, from ayn rands the fountainhead to satirist kurt vonneguts slaughterhousefive, to alex haleys roots. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to. The book of mormon touted as fourth most influential work.
Regardless of whether someone believes the book to be true or false, few people will deny its influence. It would definitely be on my personal list of most influential books. He said that the book of mormon is the keystone of our religion. The top most influential books selected by the online public vote. The book of mormon has been acknowledged as one of the most influential books in human history. Last month, many facebook users participated in a challenge that required them to post 10 books that have influenced them.
Book of mormon reaches 150 million copies church news and. The 10 most influential books ever written therichest. The book of mormon is divided into smaller books, titled after the individuals named as primary authors and. Although his aspirations did not pan out the way he intended, the effects of his philosophy shaped the world and the future of many countries, making it one of the most influential books in history.
Most modern editions of the book have been divided into chapters and verses. Mein kampf is an interesting look into the mind of this man, his plans for the future of germany and ultimately, the world. The 100 most influential books ever written 180 books. Buy book of mormon 08 edition 9780143105534 by joseph smith for up to 90% off at.
Bible, book of mormon make list of top 50 influential books deseret. Others have suggested that the translation of the book of mormon by the gift and power of god qualifies the book of mormon as more correct than books produced. Although purportedly also written by prophets dating back to 2200 b. Why is the book of mormon the most correct of any book on earth.
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