“Mormons”—properly referred to as members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—got their nickname from a book of scripture called the Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ. The Book of Mormon is not a replacement or substitute for the Holy Bible but a companion to it. The Bible and the Book of Mormon are both holy scripture containing the word of God. Watch the Church video “What Is The Book of Mormon?”

The Book of Mormon takes place in the ancient Americas and is a compilation of spiritual and historical records written by prophets, just as the Bible is. The crowning event recorded in the Book of Mormon is the account of the resurrected Lord Jesus Christ ministering, teaching, and blessing people in the Americas.

The Book of Mormon teaches the gospel of Jesus Christ, outlines God’s plan of happiness for His children, and tells them what they must do to gain peace in this life and exaltation in the life to come. The Book of Mormon exists to testify of Jesus Christ and His life and mission, confirming what is taught in the Bible and clarifying points of doctrine. Through living the teachings found in the Bible and Book of Mormon, people will find peace and truth.

Learn more:

• Gospel Topic “Book of Mormon“
• Book of Mormon Translation
• Watch the video “Where Did the Book of Mormon Come From? “

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