Fairmormon faithful answers to criticisms of the lds church. Daniel peterson rips it up general discussions mormon. Ever since joining the lds church at the age of 16, ive spent countless hours explaining, sharing and defending the gospel of jesus christ. Bad book of mormon apologetics lds church is true blog. The smell around daniel peterson and his ilk at farms, eeyore wrote on march. This volume in the perspectives on mormon theology series is an exploration of mormon apologeticsor the defense of faith. Others in various forums have called daniel peterson dishonest for this. Dan peterson mormon apologist a eulogy recovery from. Celebrating two new books in the book of mormon critical text project. Hard to discount all those witnesses reports of having handled such objects. He is the author of numerous articles and books on mormon history and doctrine. The foundation for ancient research and mormon studies farms was an informal collaboration of academics devoted to latterday saint historical scholarship. A journal of mormon scripture by the interpreter foundation.
Of the mormon apologistswho, he wrote under quite different circumstances back in 2011, are easily best represented by daniel peterson. Introduction, volume 6the modest but important end of apologetics. Rfm takes issue with the logical fallacies, deceptiveness, and blatant lies by lds apologist dan peterson in his article defending the faith. Fairmormon and book of mormon central shared the article. A journal of mormon scripture, volume 27 2017 by daniel c. Byu professor daniel peterson fired as editor of mormon. Please consider donating today to support our effort to provide latterday saints the tools and. 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.
The role of apologetics in mormon studies interpreter. Peterson is a regular participant in online fora about mormonism where he discusses the lds faith and its apologetics. 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. A collection of short articles from the farms newsletter in the 1980. Daniel peterson and his 4 points on people leaving. 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. Daniel peterson mormonism, the mormon church, beliefs. At mormon discussions we look to help you navigate mormonism. Peterson has 76 books on goodreads with 1172 ratings. Even though he passed away in 2005, hugh nibley is still the most recognizable mormon apologist. Whats interesting is that you explained exactly what the differences and problems are with apologetics vs someone like dehlin. In the article daniel peterson goes to great lengths to frame the public awareness. Why the grand canyon was made and the three days of darkness. 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.
If you would like to watch the video of this and the other presentations from the 2018 conference, you can still purchase video streaming. Daniel peterson is a professor of islamic studies and arabic at brigham young university, a member of byus foundation for ancient research and mormon studies farms, and a contributor to both. Peterson reads the recoveryfrommormonism bulletin board. 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. Farms in 1979 to promote and coordinate book of mormon. 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. Exploring an ancient religious tradition, on october 29, 2012.
One of his most recent projects has been the development of a website featuring the testimonies of lds scholars. 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. Peterson, daniel c william rees palmer, two pahute indian legends. It seems the mi hasnt had its heart in it for years. Daniel peterson is a professor of islamic studies and arabic at. The cumulative case against the book of mormon stephen j. Before we begin, could you tell us a little bit about yourself and your involvement with islamic studies and mormon apologetics. It is an attempt to respond to critics who argue that the book of mormon is not genuine.
Peterson is a prominent mormon apologist and professor of islamic studies and arabic at brigham young university. 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. Peterson, a scholar looks at evidences for the book of. A journal of mormon scripture, volume 26 2017 ebook written by daniel c. Daniel peterson summarized the article in lds living, which at last count was shared 536 times. Peterson, a noted scholar and lecturer, provides an intriguing look at the evidences that support the book of mormon as an ancient. 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.
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. The case of benjamin park with reference to dan peterson, david holland, and terryl givens december 19, 2014 by rhancock 0 comments. Peterson is a professor of islamic studies and arabic in the department of asian and near eastern languages at brigham young university and currently. Hauglid, michael rhodes, john gee, william hamblin, paul hoskisson, and daniel c. This volume in the perspectives on mormon theology series is an exploration of mormon apologetics or the defense of faith. Daniel peterson, our favorite apologist, pens another classic. 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. A zombies reflections on that mormon apologists reflections a. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints 2,335,587 views 1. 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. After rumors circulated earlier in the week, byus maxwell institute for religious scholarship confirmed today that daniel c. And evidence of the book of mormon roots in the ancient middle east may, in certain cases, offer the most convincing defense.
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. Book of mormon apologetics and scholarship deseret news. A barebones secular argument for the gospel daniel c. The nook book ebook of the perspectives on mormon theology. Donate today to a good cause while supporting latter day saints like. Mar 02, 2018 the interpreter foundation is a nonprofit educational organization focused on the scriptures of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Mormon apologetics is at this time focused on the defense of individual. Peterson discusses the anachronisms and scientific.
The several accounts of joseph smiths first vision, the historicity of the book of mormon, and polygamy are just three examples. Peterson author, duane boyce contributor, richard d. Peterson, a scholar looks at evidences for the book of mormon. Mormon apologetics provide defense by argument for distinct views held by latterday saints.
Daniel peterson apologetics mormonism critical debates. Talmages explanation, in his book jesus the christ, that john10. Peterson and evangelical james white for more information on lds apologetics, visit. He joins the ranks of joseph fielding smith whose books are. In the article daniel peterson goes to great lengths to frame the public awareness of the multiple first vision accounts in a faithful context. Daniel peterson, our favorite apologist, pens another classic today via the des news on the utility of apologetics. In this inspiring and informative presentation, dr. It relates to tangible interactions with book of mormon objects. 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. A journal of mormon scripture, volume 24 2017 ebook written by daniel c. Dehlin, peterson, and unsubstantiated myths ruminatio. In which i respond to a recent post by daniel peterson articulating the distinction between positive and negative apologetics.
Oct 31, 2017 in which i respond to a recent post by daniel peterson articulating the distinction between positive and negative apologetics. That said, i went into this discussion on apologetics with an open mind, eager to see what several lds scholars thought. 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. A native of southern california, peterson received a bachelors degree in greek and philosophy from byu and, after several years of study in jerusalem and cairo, earned a ph. He has published and spoken extensively on both islamic and mormon subjects. Van dyke and loyd isao ericson, greg kofford books. Daniel peterson, our favorite apologist, pens another. 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. Foundation for ancient research and mormon studies wikipedia.
A journal of mormon scripture published by the interpreter foundation. This podcast series features past fairmormon conference presentations. Dan peterson archives radio free mormonradio free mormon. This book reveals the tactics many antimormons employ in. Maxwell institute for religious scholarship, isbn 9780934893725. Shakeup hits byus mormon studies institute the salt. This episode is a presentation from our 2018 conference. Peterson affectionately known as tapir dan by some for his theory that book of mormon horses could instead.
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. But to be learned is good if they hearken unto the. The most reassuring response to the mountain meadows massacre could be the book of mormon witnesses. Strong semitic and egyptian elements in utoaztecan. 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. Jul 16, 2015 book of mormon apologetics and scholarship. Evidences and witnesses of the book of mormon by daniel c. Peterson at the 2008 fair conference in sandy, utah. Fortunately, we no longer have to go to or rely upon mormon apologists like brian m. Evidences and witnesses of the book of mormon book. 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.
He is the author of several books and numerous articles on islamic and latterday saint. 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. 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 supposed scandal of multiple first vision accounts. Serious study of the book of mormon by latterday saints is flourishing today as never before. Daniel peterson speaks to the youth of the american fork, utah 5th ward of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Perspectives on mormon theology apologetics, edited by blair g. I recently came across an article titled, defending the faith. A journal of mormon scripture, volume 26 2017 1st edition. However, additional evidences of the divinity of this book also exist. Critical foundations of mormon apologetics blair g. I dont see it that harshly, but this episode was every difficult for me. Along with peterson were also dismissed his associate editors louis c. Especially apologetic discussion of the book of abraham.
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. Peterson for answers on the problems of the book of abraham. Nothing can take the place of a spiritual witness that the book of mormon is true. A comprehensive survey of prophetic and doctrinal statements by latterday prophets and apostles, aspen books, isbn 9781562360627.
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