Ancient gold plates in Mesoamerica

By Daniel Johnson

For Mormon Times

Published: Saturday, April 30 2011 3:30 a.m. MDT

Summary

Although unknown in Joseph Smith's time, numerous examples of writing on ancient metal plates are now known. Gold plates with writing have also been found in Mesoamerica.

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KC Mormon

Edgerton, KS

Here is a question for all
If an archaeologist found something that made him/her believe that the Book of Mormon was true would that person then not be more likely to join the LDS Church and as such then be discounted because he/she is LDS?

9:52 a.m. April 30, 2011
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ClarkHippo

Tooele, UT

When discussing archeology or DNA or other issues relating to the Book of Mormon here are a few important points.

#1 - The Book of Enos to the Book of Omni is three very short chapters which cover a period of about 400 years. Any guess of More..

3:07 p.m. April 30, 2011
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Utes Fan

Salt Lake City, UT

@elchupacabras

Also, The Smithsonian in 1998 stated that "The Book of Mormon is a religious document and not a scientific guide." Meaning, its purpose is to bring souls to Christ, not to be used as an historical guide - it More..

11:03 a.m. April 30, 2011
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