President ezra taft benson spoke often about the scriptures, in particular the book of mormon. And joseph smith, the prophet, the instrument whom god used to translate this record, testified that the book of mormon was the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion, and a man would get nearer to god by abiding by its precepts, than by. President ezra taft benson, president of the council of the twelve. Ezra taft benson 56 followers the thirteenth president of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church from 1985 until his death and was united states secretary of agriculture for both of the administrations of u. The first is that the book of mormon is the keystone of our religion.
President ezra taft benson said, what is the major purpose of the book of mormon. In chapter 9 we discussed how the book of mormon was the keystone of our religion holding everything together and giving us clarity. Just as the arch crumbles if the keystone is removed, so does all the church stand. The keystone of our religion the book of mormon youtube.
Ezra taft benson books list of books by author ezra taft. Posted on july 10, 20 by quotes admin there are three ways in which the book of mormon is the keystone of our religion. Contemporary lds perspectives on the christian apostasy provo, ut. Seven years later, in 1830, this scriptural canon of the latterday saints was published for the world. P resident e zra t aft b enson t he b ook of m ormon the book of mormon keystone of our religion ezra taft benson ensign, nov. See all books authored by ezra taft benson, including the constitution. The keystone of our religion by president ezra taft benson. I told the brethren that the book of mormon was the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion, and a man would get nearer to god by abiding by its precepts, than by any other book. President benson also gives three reasons we should study the book of mormon, in his classic talk, the book of mormonkeystone of our religion. Benson leaves board of the national center for constitutional studies. Aug 23, 2006 ezra taft benson, the keystone of our religion, ensign, jan. Keystone of our religion classic talks series by ezra taft benson 4. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints, 1986.
Mar 22, 2018 the scriptures are called the words of life, and nowhere is that more true than it is of the book of mormon. He testified that the book of mormon was the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion introduction to the book of mormon. The gift i am thinking of is more important than any of the inventions that have come out of the industrial. Relief society lesson packet for ezra taft benson chapter 9. Of the 239 chapters in the book of mormon only 6 dont have reference to jesus christ. In the book of mormon, the testimony of jesus christ is clear, undiluted, and full of power. President ezra taft benson the book of mormonkeystone of our religion october 1986 general conference quoting president marion g. Moyle visited david whitmer, whitmer was an old man. Joseph smith claimed the book of mormon was the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion, and a man would get nearer to god by. The book of mormon talks about clearing away the branches. Ezra taft benson, the book of mormonkeystone of our religion, ensign 1 4 dec 1986. Ezra taft benson, the book of mormonkeystone of our religion, ensign, nov 1986, 4.
This is why they go to such great lengths to try to disprove the book of mormon, for if it can be discredited, the prophet joseph smith goes with it. For further information about the great apostasy see, noel b. Jan 01, 2012 president benson also gives three reasons we should study the book of mormon, in his classic talk, the book of mormonkeystone of our religion. My beloved brethren and sisters, today i would like to speak about. Books by ezra taft benson author of the proper role of.
The prophet joseph smith said, i told the brethren that the book of mormon was the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion, and a man would get nearer to god by abiding by its precepts, than by any other book history of the church, 4. Romney the book of mormon april 1980 general conference. To bring men to christ and to be reconciled to him, and then to join his churchin that order. Ezra taft benson, the book of mormonkeystone of our religion, general conference october 1986 click here to read or. Not only should we know what history and faithpromoting stories it contains, but we should understand its teachings. And again, the elders, priests and teachers of this church shall teach the principles of my gospel, which are in the bible and the book of mormon, in the which is the fullness of the gospel. Just as the arch crumbles if the keystone is removed, so does all the church stand or fall with the truthfulness of the book of mormon. The prophet joseph smith also called it the keystone of our religion. Eisenhower and as the th president of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church from 1985 until his death in 1994. Ezra taft benson, the book of mormon is the word of god, ensign, may 1975, 65. Book of mormon, keystone of our religion life after ministries. Apr 10, 2015 president ezra taft benson delivers a message titled the book of mormonkeystone of our religion. President ezra taft benson the book of mormon keystone of our religion october 1986 general conference. Ezra taft benson was a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ.
Ezra taft benson the book of mormon president ezra taft. Why is the book of mormon so important to the restoration. Promises for reading book of mormon margies messages. It is the keystone to our witness of christ because it is a second witness to the atoning mission of the saviour. The book of mormon keystone of our religion, he specifically counsels us to make the book of mormon a part of our lives. Making the book of mormon the keystone of religious education. Ezra taft benson, th president of the church, 19851994 the book of mormon is the keystone in our witness of jesus christ, who is himself the cornerstone of everything we do. The book of mormon is the keystone of our religion.
President ezra taft benson on the power of the book of mormon. There are three ways in which the book of mormon is the keystone of our religion. Beware of pride is a mormon religious tract written in 1989 by ezra taft benson president. President ezra taft benson explains why the book of mormon is that. The book of mormon keystone of our religion chicken. Expectations and gifts of jesus christ ezra taft benson. Ezra taft benson august 4, 1899 may 30, 1994 was an american farmer, government official, and religious leader who served as the 15th united states secretary of.
Nov 20, 2015 when you begin to hunger and thirst after those words, you will find life in greater and greater abundance ezra taft benson, in conference report, oct. The book of mormonkeystone of our religion president ezra taft benson president of the church conference report, oct. Joseph fielding smith, teachings of the prophet joseph smith, p. The book of mormonkeystone of our religion duration. This article is available for purchase please click here for details. President nelsons comments are from a general conference talk, the book of mormon. The book of mormonkeystone of our religion ezra taft benson, ensign, nov. Keystone of our religion by ezra taft benson 1998, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Ezra taft benson august 4, 1899 may 30, 1994 was an american farmer, government official, and religious leader who served as the 15th united states secretary of agriculture during both presidential terms of dwight d. President ezra taft benson the book of mormon keystone of our religion october 1986 general conference quoting president marion g.
When you begin to hunger and thirst after those words, you will find life in greater and greater abundance ezra taft benson, in conference report, oct. Ezra taft benson the book of mormon is the keystone of. The scriptures are called the words of life, and nowhere is that more true than it is of the book of mormon. Will give spiritual and intellectual unity to your whole life. The prophet joseph smith said, i told the brethren that the book of mormon was the most correct of any book on. Flooding the earth and our lives with the book of mormon. The book of mormon is the keystone of our religion, and the doctrine and covenants is the capstone, with continuing revelation. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints, 1994, 7. Ezra taft benson the book of mormon president ezra. Ezra taft benson, the keystone of our religion, ensign, jan.
Flooding the earth and our lives with the book of mormon we understand more the greatness of the power that can come into our lives through a study of it and our charge to share it. President ezra taft benson delivers a message titled the book of mormonkeystone of. The keystone of our religion i would like to discuss one of the most significant gifts given to the world in modern times. Jan 08, 2008 the book of mormon is a second witness of jesus christ, our lord, savior and redeemer.
He testified that the book of mormon was the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion. The book of mormon is the keystone of our religion, and the doctrine and covenants is the capstone, with continuing latter day revelation. The keystone of our religion by president ezra taft benson from ezra taft benson, a witness and a warning, salt lake city. Ezra taft benson books list of books by author ezra taft benson.
The book of mormon is the word of god ezra taft benson. President ezra taft benson, the book of mormonkeystone of our religion, ensign, november 1986, online at. The book of mormon as a keystone probably no other christian faith in the world is so familiar with the architectural feature of the keystone in an arch as are the latterday saints. A modernday prophet testifies of the book of mormon, and more on. The book of mormon is the most correct of any book on earth, joseph smith stated, and the keystone of our religion.
Ezra taft benson, the book of mormonkeystone of our religion, ensign 1 4 dec 1986 bensons son mark a. President ezra taft benson delivers a message titled the book of mormonkeystone of our religion. President ezra taft benson, the book of mormon keystone of our religion, general conference, october 1986. The book of mormon is a second witness of jesus christ, our lord, savior and redeemer. The book of mormonkeystone of our religion book of. The spirit of that great book will come to permeate our homes and all who dwell therein.
There are three great reasons why latterday saints should make the study of the book of mormon a lifetime pursuit. The book of mormon is the keystone of our religion, and the doctrine and covenants is the capstone, with continuing latterday revelation. The book of mormonkeystone of our religion youtube. Apr 18, 2015 president ezra taft benson spoke often about the scriptures, in particular the book of mormon. Book of mormon, keystone of our religion mormon quotes.
During 2015, lds members will be studying the latest manual published by their church, teachings of presidents of the church. The coming forth of the book of mormon, foretold by ancient prophets, began with an angelic visitation in 1823 to 17yearold joseph smith. And joseph smith, the prophet, the instrument whom god used to translate this record, testified that the book of mormon was the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion, and a man would get nearer to god by abiding by its precepts, than by any other book. Ezra taft benson, the book of mormon keystone of our religion, general conference october 1986 click here to read or. Not being mormon i cant comment on how this tract fits in with. Joseph smith once told the brethren that the book of mormon was the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion, and a man would get nearer to god by abiding by its precepts, than by any other book see the introduction to the book of mormon. President ezra taft benson taught us that the book of mormon. Introductory pages of the book of mormon latterday. General conference of the church of jesus christ 16,090 views.
On january 5, 1986, president ezra taft benson presided at a stake conference in annandale, virginia. The book of mormon keystone of our religion chicken scratch. Prophetic promises of studying the book of mormon scripture. Youth around the world give their views on the book of mormon and how it. It is the keystone to our doctrine because it sets out the fullness of the gospel. The book of mormon keystone of our religion in the one hundred and fiftysixth semiannual general conference of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. So does our claim to priesthood keys, and revelation, and the restored church. Mutual respect and consideration for each other will grow. Love this study guide for ezra taft benson chapter 9. It is no wonder we have 3 chapters in a row all about their importance. The lord has placed his stamp of approval on both the keystone and the capstone. When you begin to hunger and thirst after those words, you will find life in greater and greater abundance. Joseph smith, who translated the gold plates from which the book of mormon came, had this to say. Dec 29, 2019 it is the keystone to our witness of christ because it is a second witness to the atoning mission of the saviour.