[4] He is the Almighty of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob—the great I Am—and Jehovah of the Old Testament. 801-422-6975. Several additions are given: A popular commentary says, “The first son of this [Adam and Eve’s] union is named Cain.” [9] Not so, for Adam and Eve had many sons and daughters prior to the birth of Cain and Abel. This reinforces the apostle Paul’s statement that “Jesus Christ [is] the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever” (Hebrews 13:8). This work differs from the KJV in at least 3,410 verses and consists of additions, deletions, rearrangements, and other alterations that cause it to vary not only from the KJV but from other biblical texts. Joseph Smith, the founder of the Mormon religion, made a number of changes to the King James Bible that is known today as either the Inspired Version or Joseph Smith’s New Translation of the Bible. What about organic evolution? Genesis 21:33 (JST, Genesis 21:31). 34 And his people wrought righteousness, and obtained heaven, and sought for the city of Enoch which God had before taken, separating it from the earth, having reserved it unto the latter days, or the end of the world; 35 And hath said, and sworn with an oath, that the heavens and the earth should come together; and the sons of God should be tried so as by fire. He was the Lord God who spoke to Adam and all the prophets. He will continue to look for valuable insights wherever they may be found, and be persuaded that the most valuable commentary on the scriptures are the scriptures themselves (e.g., Lehi on the fall of Adam, Alma on the tree of life, Paul on a variety of topics relating to the early patriarchs and covenants). I have had the Complete Joseph Smith Translation of the New Testament by Wayment for a long time. It was Abimelech and his captain, not Abraham, that planted a grove in Beersheba. Joseph’s prophecies to his children just prior to his death included: the mission of Moses; the calling of a latter-day Joseph and the Restoration; writings which Joseph would be instrumental in bringing forth to be joined with those of Judah to the “confounding of false doctrine,” and bringing Israel to a knowledge of their fathers and their covenants. Cain’s unacceptable offering came only after Satan commanded it. Israel had a great patriarchal lineage going back to Adam. The Lord also covenanted to preserve the patriarchal lineage of Enoch, Methuselah, Noah, and Abraham (JST, Genesis 7:58/Moses 7:51; 8:2; JST, Genesis 8:23; 9:14, 17, 21–25). made all things known unto their sons and their daughters. Here Joseph writes into the Bible a “prophecy” predicting that he, Joseph Smith Jr., will be a prophet of God. The “hand” was involved in making the covenant rather than the “thigh.”. (Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1954–56), 1:27. 36 And this Melchizedek, having thus established righteousness, was called the king of heaven by his people, or, in other words, the King of peace. Smith and his followers used the term translation to describe the genesis of these English scriptures, which remain canonical for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The introduction to Old Testament Revision 1 on the Joseph Smith Papers website notes some of the significant passages in the Book of Moses and JS’s revision of Genesis chapters 1–24. There are extratextual sources available to give us additional insights. What Related Extratextual Sources Are Available? Additional details not referred to heretofore (and missed by the man on the bus) include the faith of Melchizedek who had great power to perform many miracles; that men having such faith (including his people) were translated and joined the city of Enoch; Melchizedek was appointed the keeper of the storehouse of God and henceforth was the appropriate one to whom tithes were paid. They also were to bring salvation to the rest of Jacob’s house at a time when they were all bowed down in sin. This seems a most appropriate place to conclude. . He was prepared before the foundation of the world—chosen to suffer for men if they would repent. Just then the buzzer rang for his stop, and as he started for the door, he looked back and grinned as if to say “Thanks!”. We recognize the work of Satan as represented by the serpent in the story of the Fall, but his presence or influence seems to be practically nonexistent in the rest of the Genesis story. [10] C.F. Thus we see the perfect justice of God in working with his children for their salvation. Adam and Eve taught their children in the ways of the Lord, but Satan prevailed “and they [the children] loved Satan more than God” (JST, Genesis 4:12–13/Moses 5:12–13). 6. It is clear that “every spirit of man was innocent in the beginning” (D&C 93:38), and can remain that way unless there is failure to yield to “the enticings of the Holy Spirit” (Mosiah 3:19). When priesthood is mentioned covenants most assuredly will be there also. Genesis 6:6 (JST, Genesis 8:15; Moses 8:25). He was not the first to receive it, but was counseled that he “should observe to keep all my covenants wherein I covenanted with thy fathers” (JST, Genesis 17:12). Will we choose to serve the Lord, or, by deliberate choice (or default), serve Satan? The JST clearly provides the reason why Noah, his sons, and their wives boarded the boat and were saved, while the rest of their family, friends, and neighbors all went to a watery grave. Following are a few small but critical corrections that add to the beauty of the scriptural account: 1. (Grand Rapids, MI: Wm. 15. The order of events in Lot’s interaction with the wicked men of Sodom is changed. Those who would not hearken became known as the sons and daughters of men. Each year, plan to attend BYU's Easter Conference. Joseph Smith's claim that the word 'Elohim in Genesis 1:1, having a plural ending indicates that there are many gods is completely without merit. Thus, we see that none of them occur in the common version of Genesis. In it, Joseph Smith desired to restore many of the “plain and precious things taken away from the book, which is the book of the Lamb of God.”(1 Nephi 13:28) Therefore, the clearest example given of biblical prophecy regarding Joseph Smith from the JST is Genesis 50:30-33: And again, a seer will I raise up out of the fruit of thy loins, and unto him will I give power to bring forth … Genesis was given to help raise a benighted people (ancient and modern) from their bondage to a renewed sense of who their creator is, who they are, what their blessings and responsibilities are, and the potential of their divine destiny. v. t. e. The Joseph Smith Translation ( JST ), also called the Inspired Version ( IV ), was a revision of the Bible by Joseph Smith, the founder of the Latter Day Saint movement. Robert J. Matthews has pointed out that “most of the revelations dealing with doctrinal subjects [found in the D&C] were revealed to Joseph Smith . The Lord God (Jehovah) was their God. Ammon further taught that “a seer can know of things which are past, and also of things which are to come,” noting further that the gi… Genesis 24:2, 9 (JST, Genesis 24:2, 8). G. Eerdmans Publishing Company, n.d.), 1:116. After mentioning that Seth was appointed in his murdered brother’s stead, the record continues, “Now this same Priesthood, which was in the beginning, shall be in the end of the world also” (JST, Genesis 6:7/Moses 6:7). To appreciate the contribution of the JST on the adversary’s role, we remind ourselves that the word Satan occurs only nineteen times in the KJV Old Testament, and its first occurrence does not appear until 1 Chronicles 21:1. Opening to Genesis 14, and holding the book over where he could see, I pointed to the little superscript “a” at the end of verse 24. When introducing the covenant to Abraham, in the King James Version Abraham is instructed to “walk before me, and be thou perfect” (Genesis 17:1). Righteous patriarchs did teach their children “in the ways of God” (JST, Genesis 6:12, 22, 43/Moses 6:13, 21, 41), and those who learned to “walk with [the Lord]” and “abide” in him (JST, Genesis 6:36/Moses 6:34) became the sons and daughters of God. Were there pre-Adamites? Brigham Young University What is the fundamental message of Genesis? None of the foregoing information is found in either Genesis or JST, Genesis directly, but “These things were all written in the books of Enoch, and are to be testified of in due time” (D&C 107:57). Genesis 19:31–33 (JST, Genesis 19:37–39). The title of the former seems appropriate since the first book of the Bible in some editions is given as “The First Book of Moses Called Genesis.” (See title of Genesis in the King James Version.). Genesis 1:26–27 (JST, Genesis 1:27, 29; Moses 2:26–27). [6] The Interpreter’s One Volume Commentary on the Bible (Nashville, TN: Abingdon Press, 1971), 7. Did you know that you skipped over sixteen complete verses of scripture that you didn’t even read?”, Reaching into my briefcase, I pulled out my new KJV, LDS Edition. We are much like a person who often has steak or some other delicacy for dinner—he probably won’t fully appreciate it unless he is suddenly without it. He was their creator and all of creation was good. Genesis 2:5 (JST, Genesis 2:5; Moses 3:5). . However, the covenant is best elaborated in connection with Abraham wherein it is called an “everlasting covenant” (JST, Genesis 13:13). [2] The book of Moses excerpts in the first edition of the Pearl of Great Price (1851) were taken from the Evening and Morning Star and the Times and Seasons. Some of the major facts which cannot be overlooked in the JST are: In short, Adam knew of the mission of Jesus Christ, received instruction from him, understood the necessity of exercising faith in him, bore witness of him, and taught these things to his descendants for several generations. With his Father, it is his work and glory to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man. What Great Gospel Themes Are Better Clarified in JST, Genesis? Genesis 5:22–23 (JST, Genesis 6:21–7:78; Moses 6:21–7:69). Did God’s father’s father have a father? In Genesis, the Fall is mentioned primarily as an event only. “Adam and Eve . . From the Joseph Smith … . The Rabbis who prefer the traditional “ex-nihilo” translation of Genesis suggest this “better” translation implies God built his kingdom on a dung hill. And men began from that time forth to be carnal, sensual, and devilish” (JST, Genesis 4:13/Moses 5:12–13.) One of the most significant dimensions of this quest for insights is represented by sources that are not actually in the JST itself, but which might be considered an extension of it. Then follows an explanation of the new and everlasting covenant of marriage. Before considering the great gospel themes which become plain in the JST, one other preliminary observation could be made to emphasize the large amount of additional scripture that it makes available. The Joseph Smith Translation (JST) of the Bible, also known as the Inspired Version (IV), was written by Joseph from 1830 to 1833. As custodian of the covenant, Israel had the responsibility to share it with all of Adam’s other children. Risking the possibility that he might not be LDS, I said, “Pardon me, do you mind if I ask you a question?” Looking a little surprised, he said, “No, go ahead.”, “Do you mind telling me why you are reading the old Bible when the new one is available?” Again he looked a little shocked at the challenge, but as he searched for words, he almost unconsciously pulled his book close to him and said, “I just like my old Bible, that’s all.” Then he added, “And besides, I guess it’s the money.”, “You can buy a new Bible at the Distribution Center for about seven dollars,” I suggested. What Is the Fundamental Message of Genesis? from June 1830 to July 1833, which was exactly the time he was working on the Bible translation. His well-worn Bible appeared to be one of the old black-covered Cambridge missionary editions, and he was reading Genesis 14. They are to believe in him, hearken to his word, be baptized in his name, and pray to the Father in his name. 28 It being after the order of the Son of God; which order came, not by man, nor the will of man; neither by father nor mother; neither by beginning of days nor end of years; but of God; 29 And it was delivered unto men by the calling of his own voice, according to his own will, unto as many as believed on his name. The antecedent given to us in “Let us make man” is the Father and the Only Begotten Son in whose image man is made. Consider the JST, Genesis contributions: The Lord Jesus Christ and Satan represent the two great forces vying for man’s allegiance in this life—(1) the power of life, truth, love, service and salvation offered by Jesus Christ, or (2) the power of death, error, darkness, and damnation which come by following Satan. [8]. . The Lord called on men everywhere by the Holy Ghost to repent. The principles that will sanctify, save, and exalt men today are the same that applied in every age or dispensation. [11] “A Plainer Translation”: Joseph Smith’s Translation of the Bible, A History and Commentary (Provo, UT: Brigham Young University Press, 1975), 257; also cf. Comprehensive Works Cited Faulring, Scott H., Kent P. Jackson, and Robert J. Matthews, eds. “For behold, they have taken away from the gospel of the Lamb many parts which are plain and most precious; and also many covenants of the Lord” (1 Nephi 13:26). The JST clarifies these fundamental aspects of the nature of man: “The Son of God hath atoned for original guilt, wherein the sins of the parents cannot be answered upon the heads of the children, for they are whole from the foundation of the world” (JST, Genesis 6:56/Moses 6:54; emphasis added). The patriarch Joseph prophesies of the coming of Moses to deliver Israel from Egypt, as well as a future prophet called Joseph, named after his father. From this, who could possibly reconstruct the history or operation of the priesthood for approximately twenty-five hundred years—from Adam to Moses? D&C 76:15ff. Genesis 4:1–8 (JST, Genesis 4:2–5:13; Moses 5:2–28). Satan agreed to submit to Cain’s commands in return for Cain’s entering into the secret oaths to commit murder. In most of the passages there is an emphasis on the fact that man becomes that way, clearly implying he was not so to begin with. What Other Unique Textual Contributions Are Given? To whom was he writing? . 27 And thus, having been approved of God, he was ordained an high priest after the order of the covenant which God made with Enoch. Other sources highly relevant to a greater understanding of Genesis include the book of Abraham, Lectures on Faith, doctrinal expositions of the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve (e.g., “The Father and the Son”), statements of the First Presidency (e.g., “Origin of Man”), and the sermons and writings of the latter-day prophets (e.g., Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith and the Conference Reports). Who was the prophet-scribe? .” [6] Thus the story is further dismissed as simply “saga and legend.” [7]. But, if the children are born whole, then how does one account for the wickedness in our society? Excerpt from the article ‘Prophecies in the Bible about Joseph Smith’, published in the Ensign, January 1989: 1 Critics might argue that the Joseph Smith Translation contains references to Joseph Smith because he himself translated it. Instead of trying to squeeze out information that doesn’t seem to have been in the Genesis account in the first place (indeed, may not yet be revealed—consider Doctrine and Covenants 101:32–34), let us ask the following: What is the source of the book? “The Father and the Son,” Doctrinal Exposition of the First Presidency and Quorum of Twelve,” June 30, 1916, quoted in Talmage, Articles of Faith, 465–73. Was Adam brought from another planet? The JST says: “And Noah and his sons hearkened unto the Lord, and gave heed, and they were called the sons of God” (JST, Genesis 8:1/Moses 8:13). JST, Hebrews 7:3; D&C 107:3). [9] The Interpreter’s One Volume Commentary on the Bible, 6. The Gospel of Jesus Christ Was Taught From the Beginning. Joseph Smith the first prophet of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, made a "new translation" of the Bible, using the text of the King James Version (KJV). Genesis 1:30 (JST, Genesis 1:32; Moses 2:30). Where did it all begin? 13. That these writings were not only for the Hebrew slaves is revealed in the added note that “in a day when the children of men shall esteem my words as naught and take many of them from the book which thou shalt write, behold, I will raise up another like unto thee; and they shall be had again among the children of men—among as many as shall believe” (1:41). Where was he at the time? After mentioning that the gospel had been preached, the JST continues: “And thus all things were confirmed unto Adam, by an holy ordinance” (JST, Genesis 5:45/Moses 5:59). The big choice placed before Adam and Eve, their children, and grandchildren is identical to ours. The Prophet and his contemporaries called it the New Translation, as it is also named in a revelation in the Doctrine and Covenants (D&C 124:89). Eve said, “I have gotten a man from the Lord” (Genesis 4:1). Also promised is that one would be raised up in the latter days to once again bring Israel to a knowledge of the covenants (JST, Genesis 50:31). 185 Heber J. All I knew about him was where he got on and off the bus. Additional information includes: Enoch’s speech and vision; the translation of the city of Zion; that many others were later translated before the flood; the great wickedness of Enoch’s time surpassed that among the Lord’s other creations; the city of Zion and the New Jerusalem are to be joined together; and a millennium of peace is foretold. And men began from that time forth to be carnal, sensual, and devilish.” (JST, Genesis 4:13/, The consequences of partaking of the fruit are given and then qualified by “nevertheless, thou mayest choose for thyself” (JST, Genesis 2:20–22/, After the Fall, Adam and Eve were taught “the plan of salvation unto all men, through the blood of mine Only Begotten” (JST, Genesis 6:65/, “Because of my transgression,” said Adam, “my eyes are opened, and in this life I shall have joy, and again in the flesh I shall see God” (JST, Genesis 4:10/, Eve “heard all these things, and was glad, saying: Were it not for our transgression we never should have had seed, and never should have known good and evil, and the joy of our redemption, and the eternal life which God giveth unto all the obedient” (JST, Genesis 4:11/. Would this not make it possible to rationalize bad behavior by assuming that by nature, man is bad to begin with? This revelation to the latter-day prophet came at the time when he was being instructed to begin the inspired study, translation, or revision of the Bible. To call this version a “translation” gives a false impression. Undoubtedly there were others who chose the path of faith and obedience, but the sacred records reflect that many in Adam’s generation did not enthusiastically lean toward spiritual things. It is clear that reading Genesis without the benefit of the JST would be something like chewing on a T-bone with much of the steak already cut off, or reading the New Testament parables, never realizing that they had a dual meaning and that the one we missed was the most valuable. I am the Lord thy God, and will answer thee as touching this matter” (D&C 132:1–2). Men were to make offerings in similitude of his atoning sacrifice. 12. A gospel of redemption was taught from the beginning. . Thus Satan became the author of secret combinations of darkness. 35 And hath said, and sworn with an oath, that the heavens and the earth should come together; and the sons of God should be tried so as by fire. Since these blessings are contingent on man’s overcoming his personal sins, it is no surprise that the most persistent single injunction in the early record is for men to repent. Genesis 14:24 (JST, Genesis 14:25–40). This reference is best viewed with a frames compatible browser. Jacob acknowledges that Joseph was to save the house of Israel, and Joseph’s children were to be blessed above those of his brethren. The early record provides ample examples of the consequences of such a decision. [or] Nephilim (i.e., giants). See Faulring et al., Joseph Smith’s New Translation of the Bible, 70. Compare verses 40 to 57 with Genesis 5 (or Moses 6) about the Patriarchs: “The order of this priesthood [i.e., Melchizedek] was confirmed to be handed down from father to son, and rightly belongs to the literal descendants of the chosen seed, to whom the promises were made. 36 And this Melchizedek, having thus established righteousness, was called the king of heaven by his people, or, in other words, the King of peace. If the Lord intended to reveal the specific details of creation there seems to be a great defect in the present record. At Cain’s birth, Adam and Eve were filled with great anticipation. It provides many unique textual contributions. as touching the principle and doctrine of their having many wives and concubines. Genesis 50:24 (JST, Genesis 50:24–36). His ship (the good ship Private Interpretation) will surely be on a collision course—he will miscalculate, and if he does not make the proper corrections may, like the Titanic, sink unto the depths of faulty interpretation and misunderstanding from which it is difficult to return. The manuscript of the JST shows that Joseph Smith … . “Every green herb” becomes “every clean herb.”, 3. Instead of the “stone” being the house of God, it is the “place” of the house of God. [8] S. Kent Brown, “The Joseph Smith Translation of the Bible: A Panel,” in Scriptures for the Modern World, ed. The Lord revealed to Joseph Smith the experience Moses had when he (Moses) “was caught up into an exceedingly high mountain, And he saw God face to face, and he talked with him” (Moses 1:1–2). And Satan came among them, saying: I am also a son of God; and he commanded them, saying: Believe it not; and they believed it not, and they loved Satan more than God. (“The Joseph Smith Translation: “Plain and Precious Things” Restored” Ensign, Aug 1997, lds.org) The recent LDS.org Gospel Topic Essay on the translation and historicity of the Book of Abraham affirms this new understanding of the concept of “translation” when applied to Joseph Smith bringing revealed scripture into the world. The Lord ordained Noah (see JST, Genesis 8:7/Moses 8:19 and cf. . “The sins of the parents [e.g., Adam and Eve] cannot be answered upon the heads of the children, for they are whole from the foundation of the world” (JST, Genesis 6:56/, Man’s nature is not fallen to begin with, but “they loved Satan more than God. Among these the idea that the name Beer-la-hai-roi applies first to the angel who visits fleeing Hagar and, only second, "for a memorial" (Heb. . Judging from the more complete revelation to Moses (found in JST, Genesis), could not ancient and modern Israel conclude that among the most important things they were to know are the following: Because Genesis covers a period of history over twice as long as all the other thirty-eight books of the Old Testament combined, obviously it was not intended as a detailed history, but contains things the Lord felt were vital for Israel to know. . The translation of the Bible through Joseph Smith must be a major part, if not the direct fulfillment, of this prophecy. Paul R. Cheesman and C. Wilfred Griggs (Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1984), 81–83. Melchizedek blesses Abram. 10. And numerous others that you can think of. Great gospel themes are better clarified in JST, Genesis. Does The Joseph Smith Translation of The Bible Conflict with The Book of Mormon? 11. It only contains those portions that were modified by Joseph Smith … A careful investigation of the actual use of this word in the Scriptures will unequivocally show that 'Elohim, while plural in form, is singular in concept. “The Gospel began to be preached, from the beginning, being declared by holy angels sent forth from the presence of God, and by his own voice, and by the gift of the Holy Ghost” (JST, Genesis 5:44/Moses 5:58). [4] Joseph Fielding Smith, Doctrines of Salvation, 3 vols. After laboring off and on for ten months on the early chapters of Genesis, Joseph Smith received a revelation from the Lord on March 7, 1831, directing him to begin work on the New Testament: "It shall not be given unto you to know any further concerning this chapter, until the New Testament be translated, and in it all these things shall be made known; wherefore I give unto you that ye may now translate it" (D&C 45:60-61). Genesis 48:5–6 (JST, Genesis 48:5–11). It's a great volume! 40 And it came to pass, that God blessed Abram, and gave unto him riches, and honor, and lands for an everlasting possession; according to the covenant which he had made, and according to the blessing wherewith Melchizedek had blessed him. “Verily, thus saith the Lord unto you my servant Joseph, that inasmuch as you have inquired of my hand to know and understand wherein I, the Lord, justified my servants Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob . Enoch reaffirms this teaching: “Behold, Satan hath come among the children of men, and tempteth them to worship him; and men have become carnal, sensual, and devilish, and are shut out from the presence of God” (JST, Genesis 6:50/Moses 6:49). Judging from the more complete revelation to Moses (found in JST, Genesis), could not ancient and modern Israel conclude that among the most important things they … Our current book of Moses is taken from JST, Genesis. After a pause, he said, “What’s so good about the new one?”, “Well, I happened to notice that you just read Genesis 14. Whether one believes him or not, the discussion has focused on whether Smith's English texts represent literal translations of extant source documents.

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