The main problem with mormon doctrine, and everything else elder mcconkie writes, is that many people talked about elder mcconkie, but few ever read or understand elder mcconkie. References to mcconkies work were taken out of the gospel principles manual when it was reissued this year for use in priesthood and relief society classes. Original green and white cloth with an illustration of joseph smith on the front cover. Landmark mormon doctrine goes out of print the salt lake tribune. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. Mcconkie was a seventy, a position of authority in the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, but lower in authority than an apostle or prophet. He chose, for eight years, to leave it out of print.
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Book is in really good condition, tight binding, clean text and great cover. Mormon doctrine, 1st edition hardcover 1958 by bruce r. Mormon doctrine was an encyclopediastyle reference book written in the. The first edition of the book was published in 1958, and is now a collectors item. For behold, they had hardened their hearts against him, that they had become like unto a flint. This item will ship to united states, but the seller has not specified shipping options. After speaking with him about it, he was asked to either make some changes or to not print it again.
Mcconkies compendium mormon doctrine from deseret booktores. Of the twothirds who followed christ, however, some were more valiant than othersthose who were less valiant in the preexistence. Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing. Digital scan of mormon doctrine, 1958 first edition by bruce r mcconkie. Mormon doctrine 9780884944461 by mcconkie, bruce r. Mormon doctrine originally subtitled a compendium of the gospel is an encyclopedic work written in 1958. This work on mormon doctrine is designed to help persons seeking salvation to gain that knowledge of god and his laws without which they cannot hope for an inheritance in the celestial city. The encyclopedic explanation of lds teachings, first published in 1958, went. Mcconkies mormon doctrine, one of the most influential lds books of the 20th century, has quietly gone out of print. The passages in this video are from the 1958 first edition of the book mormon doctrine by bruce r. A 1979 printing of the 1966 edition, for instance, has completely rewritten the section on darkskinned people. Mormon doctrine this work on mormon doctrine is designed to help persons seeking salvation to gain that knowledge of god and his laws without which they cannot hope for an inheritance in the celestial city. I have focused on deletions and changes in the text compared to the 1966 edition.
Mormon doctrine rare, black, 1st edition, 4th printing by bruce r. Mckay, prince cited a study by some general authorities that the book had over errors. Mcconkie, a general authority of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Mcconkie 1958, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. I also find it rather unusual that some people wont forgive elder mcconkie for making one mistake in doctrine. I totally need the copy of the the wonderful wizard of oz in my life. Jun 03, 2010 why did the lds church banned the 1958 edition of mormon doctrine.
While mormon doctrine did not have a specific section on samesex attraction, on page 639 of the 1958 edition, it did list homosexuality with other whoredoms, including. Exceedingly rare first edition mormon doctrine 1958 this is a. The controversial 1958 first edition the passages in this video are from the 1958 first edition of the book mormon doctrine by bruce r. It was intended primarily for a latterday saint audience and is often used as a reference book by church members because of its. I wanted to start a new series on the book mormon doctrine, by bruce r. See pics for details, but this book is in great condition, you will not be disappointed. Exceedingly rare first edition black mormon doctrine 1958. Indians is a classic train wreck of disavowed doctrine. Bruce r mcconkie book of mormon gospel doctrine teachers manual mormon doctrine 1958 first edition bruce mcconkie book of mormon the book of mormon 3rd edition book of mormon 2nd edition book of mormon value 1st edition book of mormon first edition book of mormon the secret book of mormon mormon sunday school manuals book of mormon 2020 come. The front cover has a large stain close to the top. And any man who has divorced a woman cant get married. And the lord had caused the cursing to come upon them, yea, even a sore cursing, because of their iniquity. Mcconkie, a general authority of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church. A very detailed book on church doctrine but not everything in it is accurate.
Because the 1st edition pointed out that the great abominable church of the devil is. Mcconkies book mormon doctrine, 1958 edition, pages 107108. Well, taking into account you are truly dying of pdf, just pick it. Mar, 20 i wanted to start a new series on the book mormon doctrine, by bruce r. Mcconkies mormon doctrine is popular but polarizing salt lake tribune 05212010 after more than 50 years, bruce r. The 1958 edition stated that the official doctrine of the church asserted a falsity of the theory of organic evolution. When the day comes that men live again the perfect law of marriage, then whoso shall marry her who is divorced shall be guilty of adultery. Landmark mormon doctrine goes out of print religion. There are many entries which are clearly more to do with bruce r. Mcconkie first edition, 4th printing 1958 at the best online prices at ebay. Mormon doctrine 1958 edition mormon doctrine by bruce r.
Mcconkie included a disclaimer in mormon doctrine stating that he alone was responsible for the doctrinal and scriptural interpretations. The encyclopedic explanation of lds teachings, first published in 1958, went through 40 printings, selling hundreds of thousands of copies. Mormon doctrine by mcconkie, first edition abebooks passion for books. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Why did the lds church banned the 1958 edition of mormon doctrine. Mormon doctrine by mcconkie, first edition abebooks.
Divorce is just that serious when temple covenants are involved. Appears to be a tiny bit of water damage on the first 45 pages. Though i cannot say i have read it from cover to cover i can say i have spent many hours bruce r mcconkie was one of the greatest lds scholars of our time and his years of notes were compiled into this book. Binding worn, especially on the spine and especially at the top and bottom of the spine. Rare, black, 1st edition, 4th printing copy of mormon. Full text of mormon doctrine 1966 internet archive.
Written in 1958, mormon doctrine has served as a reference book for members of the church for over 50 years, but has recently gone out of vogue. The front pastedown has a previous owners bookplate. Religious and other great items on ksl classifieds. All references to it had already been expunged from the. The encyclopedic explanation of lds teachings, first published in 1958, went through 40 printings. Mcconkie, a general authority of the church of jesus christ of. The death of mcconkies mormon doctrine mormon matters. Because the 1st edition pointed out that the great abominable church of the devil is the roman catholic church. It adds the 1978 new decisions that for the first time in lds history permitted a darkskinned person to hold the mormon priesthood. Some of the leading brethren of the church were not pleased with what was written. Its best to fact check information before using the material as part of a talk or lesson.
May 04, 2019 the passages in this video are from the 1958 first edition of the book mormon doctrine by bruce r. This file contains the entire first edition of mormon doctrine md. Mormon doctrine is an encyclopedic work written in 1958 by bruce r. Mcconkie and published in 1958 according to the books preface, md. Bruce r mcconkie mormon doctrine 1958 first edition bruce mcconkie mormon doctrine mormon doctrine pdf mormon doctrine 2nd edition 1966 book of mormon gospel doctrine teachers manual book of mormon the book. May 20, 2010 written in 1958, mormon doctrine has served as a reference book for members of the church for over 50 years, but has recently gone out of vogue. It has never been an official publication of the church, and it has been both heavily criticized by some church leaders and members and well regarded by others. However, 1958 and 1966 are not the end of the story. It was intended primarily for a latterday saint audience and is often used as a reference book by church members because of its comprehensive nature. This is a compilation that will proceed you even additional to dated thing.
At the time mcconkie was in the presidency of the quorum of the seventy. Mcconkies first edition of mormon doctrine was published in 1958. Last week marked the oneyear anniversary of the quiet removal of bruce r. References to mcconkies work were taken out of the gospel principles manual when it was reissued this year for use in. Mormon doctrine originally subtitled a compendium of the gospel is an encyclopedic work written in 1958 by bruce r. Though i cannot say i have read it from cover to cover i can say i have spent many hours bruce r mcconkie was one of the greatest lds scholars. In the preexistence eternity various degrees of valiance and devotion to the truth were exhibited by different groups of our fathers spirit offspring. Mormon doctrine is an excellent reference book for talks, personal study, research, and gaining gospel knowledge. Good with lightly bumped and rubbed edges, mushy spine, and a short closed tear in head of backstrip. Jul 24, 20 18 rare and first edition books that are worth literally a fortune. Is that a full pdf of mormon doctrine 1958 1st edition. Mcconkie of the first quorum of the seventy published a book entitled mormon doctrine.
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