Mcconkie was a member of the first council of the seventy of the lds church from 1946 until. It is a homage to the mighty genesis and the world of prog rock. This is the second of two excerpts from joseph fielding mcconkie s new biography of his father, the bruce r. Mcconkie we have no way of conceiving what kind of a natural calamity would destroy a third part of the sea life and of all ships. Elder mcconkie was a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles from october 1972 until his death in april of 1985. The revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. In 1958, mcconkie published a book, mormon doctrine. Mcconkie spoke nearly thirty times at brigham young university, addressing such topics as celestial marriage, personal revelation, and the nature of jesus christ. Home page of the book of revelations, a rock artist from london uk. Bruce r mcconkie asshole of the lord salamander society. The 776page book was a first for its time, a type of. Last night on kutv in utah, an announcement was made which signals the end of an era. The book of revelation had its origin in a time of crisis, but it remains valid and meaningful for christians of all time. Such revelations are necessary because, as elder bruce r.
Scripture study helps us qualify for and recognize personal revelation. Why would the church allow mcconkies mormon doctrine to. General conference joseph smiththe mighty prophet of the. As mcconkie s book became popular, the belief that the great and abominable church was the catholic church.
Kimball received a revelation that the priesthood should be. Mcconkie s last conference address followed just days later by his death will ever forget it. Elder mcconkie was a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles from october 1972 until his. With a little research one will find a thorough explanation.
Mcconkie s mormon doctrine will no longer be published by the church, and that it will not be sold by deseret book. In the 1954 book doctrines of salvation compiled by bruce r. He had a message to tell the world and he did that all his life. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand.
Mcconkie has 32 books on goodreads with 14512 ratings. Mcconkie, understanding the book of revelation, ensign, september 1975. Aug 01, 2015 book of revelations josh pyke but for all these shrinking hearts. Elder mcconkie testifies that the revelation extending priesthood. I just bought my second copy of revelations of the restoration. Mcconkie has produced an invaluable tool for bible study. He was a member of the first council of the seventy. Mcconkie and why his book, mormon doctrine, was revised. Revelations of the restoration joseph fielding mcconkie, craig j. Bruce r mcconkie was an apostle of the lord, jesus christ. Bruce r mcconkie general conference by josh nicholls jan 1. This pursuit led him to write a biography of elder bruce r. Strange that nobody has offered accounts of what actually occurred.
Bruce redd mcconkie july 29, 1915 april 19, 1985 was a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church from 1972 until his death. I think mormon doctrine is a fine example of lineuponline thinking. Mcconkie the following talk is from an april 1971 general conference of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints by bruce r. Mcconkie quorum of the twelve i sometimes think that one of the bestkept secrets of the kingdom is that the scriptures open the door to the receipt of revelation. Apr 28, 2015 what can we do to understand the book of revelation.
Prior to becoming an apostle, he published mormon doctrine, a book of. Mcconkie is simply fantastic and it has met my research needs beautifully i already had volumes 1 and 2, but just couldnt find a church affiliated book publisherseller that could furnish me with vol. Mcconkie, in response to the question are we expected to understand the book of revelation. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. On june 1, 1978, elder mcconkie enjoyed, with his brethren of the first presidency and ten of the twelve, the most spiritual experience of his life, at least to that point. Founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. Mcconkie, joseph fielding smith stated that there were no neutrals in the war in heaven, but suggested that the rewards received in this life reflected actions taken in the preexistence. It contains, as our revelations tell us, the revealed will, mysteries, and. Mcconkie was a member of the first council of the seventy of the lds church from 1946 until his calling to the quorum of the twelve apostles. There is no denying the considerable influence of elder bruce r.
It is also to the book of mormon to which we turn for the plainest description of the catholic church as the great and abominable church. Reading it straight through in one, two, or three settings is very helpful because you will see connections. Mcconkies first edition of mormon doctrine was published in 1958. Parry, understanding the book of revelation salt lake city. It is the first book that many new to the bible want to study, while it is often neglected by mature. Book of revelations definition of book of revelations by. He also wrote about callings to serve in the church, the doctrine of giving healing blessings, and a compilation of the teachings of prophets and. Set up as a cyclopedia, mormon doctrine has several thousand entries on topics relating to the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, such as aaronic priesthood, jesus christ the most crossrefenced entry, atonement, evolution, and zion.
He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, who testifies to everything he sawthat is, the word of god and the testimony of jesus. Are we expected to understand the book of revelation. In imitation of the true order of heaven whereby seers receive revelations from god through a urim and thummim, the devil gives his own revelations to some of his followers through peep stones, or crystal balls. If we apply ourselves with full purpose of heart, we can catch the vision of what the ancient revelator recorded bruce r.
When it was first published in 1958, its appearance was news to the prophet, david o. Revelation 2, new king james version nkjv the bible app. Mcconkie s knowledge of the doctrines of the gospel is legendary among church members. As mcconkies book became popular, the belief that the great and. Mcconkie all my life and the knowlege this man had, was just incredible. But even ahead of his gospel account stands this wondrous work, the book of revelation. At the time john wrote revelation, a power struggle raged within the christian.
The book of revelation can be captivating, if not a bit bewildering. The first edition of lds church general authority bruce r. Bruce redd mcconkie was a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints from 1972 until his death. In many ways it is a straightforward and candid assessment of elder mcconkie s personality, but it also debunks many myths and offers insights into many important events such as the publication of mormon doctrine and the 1978 priesthood revelation. White is professor of classics and christian origins at the university of texas at austin, and acted as historical consultant for apocalypse. Mcconkie says, are we expected to understand the book of revelation. In the face of apparently insuperable evil, either from within or from without, all christians are called to trust in jesus promise, behold, i am with you always, until the end of the age.
The usa is in the bible, in revelations, see that this is clearly so. The book of revelation introduction the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servantsthings which must shortly take place. Ive heard a lot of young people from brigham young university and elsewhere say, ive got to get a feeling of inspiration. Many articles we currently have in the bible dictionary either are taken exactly from, or close to, the entries from mormon doctrine. Mcconkie, an edited publication of the diaries of abraham h.
Ive got to fast and pray and get the lord to manifest to me whom i should marry. May 31, 2018 a selection from the 2017 book, i know he lives. Mcconkie july 29, 1915 april 19, 1985 served as a seventy from 19461972 when he was called to the quorum of twelve. Mcconkie 0884944468 9780884944461 in a world of growing traffic congestion, expensive oil, and threats of cataclysmic climate change, a grassroots movement is carving out a niche for bicycles on the street. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. Horne from the chapter on elder mcconkies special witness of jesus. The format he employs is to quote a body of scripture, give a synopsis, and then break down verses phases by phrase with explanatory notes and cross references. Cannon, and biographies of president lorenzo snow and orson f. For many, it was one of the most moving experiences of their lives. A fascinating book of additional indepth information which explains in detail the statements made in the doctrine and covenants as we study the doctrine.
Scripture study helps us qualify for and recognize. Mormon doctrine by mcconkie, first edition abebooks. Understanding the book of revelation elder bruce r. Since i didnt see the newscast, im not sure what reasons were given, but one viewer stated, why. Revelation 1 niv bible the revelation from jesus christ. The book is not a conceal ment, a puzzle, a riddle, as some people think.
The death of mcconkies mormon doctrine mormon matters. Mcconkie bruce redd mcconkie was a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints from 1972 until his death. There are statements in our literature by the early brethren which we have interpreted to mean that the negroes would not receive the priesthood in mortality. Book of revelations synonyms, book of revelations pronunciation, book of revelations translation, english dictionary definition of book of revelations. Jul 08, 2014 many articles we currently have in the bible dictionary either are taken exactly from, or close to, the entries from mormon doctrine. Understanding the book of revelation by elder bruce r. Mcconkie was a member of the quorum of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints when this address was given at brigham young university on 27 february 1973. He would be commanded to write eleven more times in the book of revelation.
Scripture reading and revelation church of jesus christ. I am truly surprised that the tome has not been reprinted. The speech was the source of controversy and after consultation with president spencer w. Seeing the book of revelation as a book of revelation. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. Mormon doctrine by mcconkie, first edition abebooks passion for books. In 1958, mcconkie, then a member of the first council of the seventy of the lds church, published a book entitled mormon doctrine. Mcconkie one of our most fascinating exercises in scriptural interpretation is to study the book of revelation, to ponder its truths, and to discoverto our surprise and amazementwhat this commonly misunderstood work is all about. We get the sense that unless john was commanded to write, he would have just kept it to himself. Mcconkie was always willing to learn, willing to change his thoughts and teachings, and willing to grow. Mcconkie s final testimony, religious educator 8, no. A commenter named thomas at mentioned this article and i have reposted here for oneclimbs readers. A compendium of the gospel, which he described as the first major attempt to digest, explain, and analyze all of the important doctrines of the kingdom and the first extensive compendium of the whole gospelthe first attempt to publish an encyclopedic. Mcconkie, june 30, 1978, entitled, the receipt of the revelation offering the priesthood to worthy men of all races and colors, 17.
A compendium of the gospel, which he described as the first major attempt to digest, explain, and analyze all of the important doctrines of the kingdom and the first extensive compendium of the whole gospelthe first attempt to publish an encyclopedic commentary covering the whole field of revealed religion. My specific subject is the bible, a sealed book, but my approach and handling of this subject may not fit the normal pattern. And sometime read it alongside one of the better commentaries. Doctrinal new testament commentary volume iii colossians. Kimball extending priesthood and temple blessings to all worthy men. Mcconkie was a seventy, a position of authority in the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, but lower in authority than an apostle or prophet.
They returned to ann arbor in 1925 in order for bruces father to continue his studies, and when he finished the following year, the mcconkie family settled in salt lake city. On the day of pentecost in the old world it is recorded that cloven tongues of fire rested on the people. Mcconkie corroborate mormon truth video on 1978 priesthood revelation dodger dave. One of our most fascinating exercises in scriptural interpretation is to study the book of revelation. In previous comments there are several allegations about elder bruce r. Mcconkie upon the church of jesus christ of latterday saints and upon mormon culture. John the revelator saw in the hands of the great god a book sealed with seven seals. This book told of what a special man he truly was and how he gave his all for the lords work. At the time mcconkie was in the presidency of the quorum of the seventy. Mcconkie on how scripture study prepares us for revelation elder bruce r. Its always best to keep visions and revelations to ones self unless commanded otherwise. His intriguing style and potent testimony have left their mark indelibly on the membership of the church and of the byu community. Mormonism and racial issuesblacks and the priesthood.
Mcconkies final testimony religious studies center. Yet a careful look at the interpretations and applications of these symbols and prophecies is one key to preparing for the second coming and enjoying a study of johns panoramic vision. In imitation of the true order of heaven whereby seers receive revelations from god through a urim and thummim, the devil gives his own revelations to some of his followers through peep stones or crystal balls. For tighter correlative control, because of the book s. Mcconkie gave his speech, the seven deadly heresies, which became famous or infamous, depending on the point of view for his denunciation ofamong other issuesorganic evolution. These are things that are of great worth unto all who teach the gospel. Mcconkie, including mormon doctrine, and millennial messiah. Jangly 12string guitars, symphonic polyphony, and out and o.
How understanding words meanings can unlock the book of. The book of revelations takes up where genesis left off. Why would the church allow mcconkies mormon doctrine to be. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka.
This name indicates the meaning of revelation it uncovers matters that had been hidden and discloses events that would happen long after it was written. Nephi and johns revelations of the last days part 1 the book. Mormon doctrine is an encyclopedic work written in 1958 by bruce r. I shall speak about the sealed book, which contains many of the mysteries of the kingdom. The book of revelation was written sometime around. Mcconkies book, mormon doctrine recently published by bookcraft company, must not be republished, as it is full of errors and misstatements, and it is most unfortunate that it has receive such wide circulation. If you have already fallen in love with johns presentation of the. Mckay, because mcconkie then just a member of the council of the seventy hadnt bothered to tell the first presidency his plans to publish a book claiming to be an encyclopedia of mormon doctrine. In the introduction, elder mcconkie was inadvertently referred to as elder smith. Mcconkie of the council of the twelve one of our most fascinating exercises in scriptural interpretation is to study the book of revelation, to ponder its truths, and to discover.
On june 1, 1978, elder mcconkie enjoyed, with his brethren of the first presidency and ten of the twelve, the most spiritual experience. He included a disclaimer that he alone was responsible for the doctrinal and scriptural interpretations, a practice then unusual. His sermons and books reflect an earnest, lifelong search of the scriptures and a deep love for those sacred writings and for their central figure, the lord jesus christ. Revelation means an unveiling, a disclosure, a display of who god is and what he promises to do. Mcconkie was born july 29, 1915, in ann arbor, michigan, but before he was a year old, his family moved to the small town of monticello, utah. In this connection, however, we must always remember that prophecy, visions, and revelations come by the power of the holy ghost and can only be understood in their fullness and perfection by the power of that same spirit. Mcconkie was a longtime member of the council of the twelve apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints and was a very prolific writer regarding the premortal, mortal and postmortal life of not only the life of jesus christ but also the lives of his beloved disciples and his earlyday apostles. The way the book of revelation is actually written is as a series of kind of unfolding revelations, each one of which gets to something deeper in the story. Mcconkie of the quorum of the twelve observed, each pronouncement in the holy scriptures is so written as to reveal little or much, depending on the spiritual capacity of the student a new witness for the articles of faith, salt lake city. A third edition of the book was published in 1978 after church president spencer w. Mcconkies witness of the 1978 revelation on the priesthood. The gospel goes to various peoples and nations on a priority basis. The book of revelation is a revelation, the revelation of jesus christ 1. This document was published by mormonleaks on september 19, 2017.
He served in that assignment until his death from cancer at age 69. In the latter day saint movement, the great and abominable church is a church described in the book of mormon and other revelations by joseph smith. John macarthur takes readers on a journey through biblical texts to discover what lies beneath the surface, focusing on meaning and context, and then reflecting on the explored passage or concept. The great and abominable church is identified as being synonymous with the whore of babylon described in chapter 17 of the book of revelation. By studying the original meaning of words from the book of revelation, we will see many principles that we can apply to our everyday lives. But first and foremost this book is the revelation of jesus christ. Book of revelation the last book of the new testament. Understanding the book of revelation judaicaworld archives. See the meaning of the seven seals, seven trumpets and bowls of wrath. How special witnesses came to know jesus christ, by dennis b.
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