{"id":32045,"date":"2014-11-13T19:30:32","date_gmt":"2014-11-14T00:30:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/timesandseasons.org\/?p=32045"},"modified":"2014-11-14T08:35:58","modified_gmt":"2014-11-14T13:35:58","slug":"the-teachings-and-doctrine-of-the-book-of-mormon-take-one","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesandseasons.org\/index.php\/2014\/11\/the-teachings-and-doctrine-of-the-book-of-mormon-take-one\/","title":{"rendered":"The Teachings and Doctrine of the Book of Mormon, Take One"},"content":{"rendered":"

One big change resulting from the new CES and BYU Religious Ed curriculum will be that, instead of two classes on\u00a0the Book of Mormon, now only one will be required; here is its description:<\/p>\n

A study of the doctrine taught in the prophetic writings, sermons, and themes of the Book of Mormon, with emphasis on Heavenly Father\u2019s plan and the central role of His Son, Jesus Christ. (cite<\/a>)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Since so many teachers will need to develop new classes, I thought it would be interesting to think about what those classes might look like. So I’ve invited a few people to respond to the question\u00a0“If you had 26 one-hour class sessions in which to teach the rising generation about the Book of Mormon, what would you teach?” and I hope to post their responses (which may be in different formats) in the future. (If you would like your approach included, please email me at my first name at timesandseasons.org.)\u00a0Here is\u00a0the syllabus developed by Nick Frederick, an Assistant Professor in Ancient Scripture at BYU:<\/p>\n

Sep 3 Syllabus and Intro to Class<\/em><\/p>\n

8 Types and Patterns I: The Old Testament<\/em>
\n Reading: Genesis 1-3<\/em><\/p>\n

10 Types and Patterns II: The New Testament<\/em>
\n Reading: Genesis 1-3 <\/em>[Ed. — not a typo. Nick explains: “I wanted them to go back and read Genesis 1-3 a second time after the discussion in class.]<\/p>\n

15 Fathers and Sons\u20142 Nephi 2<\/em>
\n Reading: Daniel K. Judd, \u201cThe Fortunate Fall of Adam and Eve.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

17 Fathers and Sons\u20142 Nephi 2 Cont.<\/em><\/p>\n

22 Fathers and Sons\u20142 Nephi 3-4<\/em>
\n Reading: Grant Hardy, Understanding the Book of Mormon, 44-57.<\/em><\/p>\n

24 Fathers and Sons\u2014Alma 5 <\/em>
\n Reading: S. Kent Brown, \u201cAlma\u2019s Conversion: Reminiscences in His Sermons.\u201d <\/em><\/p>\n

29 Fathers and Sons\u2014Alma 36<\/em><\/p>\n

Oct 1 Fathers and Sons\u2014Moroni 7<\/em>
\n Reading: Monte S. Nyman, \u201cHope, Faith, and Charity.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

6 Fathers and Sons\u2014Alma 42<\/em>
\n Reading: H. Donl Peterson, \u201cThe Law of Justice and the Law of Mercy<\/em><\/p>\n

8 To the (Mostly) Righteous\u2014Ether 12<\/em>
\n Reading: Grant Hardy, Understanding the Book of Mormon, 254-261.<\/em><\/p>\n

13 To the (Mostly) Righteous\u20142 Nephi 9<\/em>
\n Reading: Robert J. Matthews, \u201cThe Atonement of Jesus Christ in 2 Nephi 9.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

15 To the (Mostly) Righteous\u2014Mosiah 2 (Journal #1-4 Due)<\/em>
\n Reading: John A. Tvedtnes, \u201cTribal Affiliation and Military Castes.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

20 To the (Mostly) Righteous\u2014Mosiah 4<\/em>
\n Reading: Reading: M. Catherine Thomas, \u201cBenjamin and the Mysteries of God.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

22 To the (Mostly) Righteous\u2014Mosiah 18 and Alma 7 (Exam 1 in Testing Center)<\/em>
\n Reading: \u201cDavid A. Bednar, Conference Address, April 2014 <\/em><\/p>\n

27 To the Wayward\u2014Mosiah 15<\/em>
\n Reading: John W. Welch, \u201cIsaiah 53, Mosiah 14, and the Book of Mormon.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

29 To the Wayward\u2014Jacob 2<\/em>
\n Reading: Brant Gardner, \u201cSecond Witness,\u201d 483-489. <\/em><\/p>\n

Nov 3 To the Wayward\u2014Alma 11<\/em><\/p>\n

5 To the Wayward\u2014Alma 12<\/em>
\n Reading: Robert J. Matthew, \u201cThe Probationary Nature of Mortality.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

10 To the Wayward\u2014Alma 13<\/em>
\n Reading: Robert L. Millet, \u201cThe Holy Order of God.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

12 To the Wayward\u2014Alma 32<\/em>
\n Reading: Adam S. Miller, \u201cYou Must Needs Say that the Word is Good.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

17 To the Wayward\u2014 Alma 34<\/em>
\n Reading: Rodney Turner, \u201cThe Infinite Atonement of God.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

19 The Savior\u2019s Sermon\u20143 Nephi 12-14 (Journals 9-12 Due)<\/em>
\n Reading: John W. Welch, \u201cThe Temple Context and Unity of the Sermon at the Temple.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

24 The Savior\u2019s Sermon\u20143 Nephi 12-14<\/em>
\n Reading: Krister Stendahl, \u201cThe Sermon on the Mount and Third Nephi.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

26 No Class–Thanksgiving<\/em><\/p>\n

Dec 1 The Savior\u2019s Sermon\u20143 Nephi 15-18<\/em>
\n Reading: Robert L. Millet, \u201cThe Praying Savior: Insights from the Gospel of 3 Nephi.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

3 The Savior\u2019s Sermon\u20143 Nephi 19-21<\/em>
\n Reading: Victor Ludlow, \u201cThe Father\u2019s Covenant People Sermon: 3 Nephi 20:10-23:5\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

8 The Savior\u2019s Sermon\u20143 Nephi 22-25<\/em>
\n Reading: Aaron P. Schade and David R. Seely, \u201cThe Writings of Malachi in 3 Nephi: A Foundation for Zion Past and Present.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

10 The Savior\u2019s Sermon\u20143 Nephi 26-28 (Journal #13-16 Due) <\/em>
\n Reading: Andrew C. Skinner, \u201cJesus\u2019s Gospel-Defining Discourse in 3 Nephi 27:13-21: Doctrinal Apex of His New World Visit.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

If I could make one change to this syllabus, it would be to ensure that there is at least some mention of women and their stories. I’d condense the seven class sessions devoted to “Fathers and Sons” down to six and replace one week with “Women in the Book of Mormon,” where I would cover 1 Nephi 5, Alma 19, and Alma 50. Outside reading could include Camille Fronk’s “Desert Epiphany<\/a>,” Camille Williams’ “Women in the Book of Mormon<\/a>,” and Carol Lynn Pearson’s “Could Feminism Have Saved the Nephites?<\/a>” \u00a0(ETA: and “Nephi and His Asherah<\/a>.”) I also think that it is wise for\u00a0students to be\u00a0exposed to criticisms of the Book of Mormon; they will almost certainly encounter these later in life and it is better to hear about them from a friendly source first. Therefore, I’d probably cut one of the “To the Wayward” sessions in order to make room for “The Translation of the Book of Mormon,” which would use the new lds.org essay “Book of Mormon Translation<\/a>” as outside reading. It probably makes sense for this to be the first class session. I would also discuss “The Isaiah Problem” at this point. And given the time constraints, I’d probably cut 3 Nephi 12-14 (since it is likely to be covered in the new NT class) and spend at least some time on 1 Nephi, particularly Lehi’s and Nephi’s visions. That said, I really like the variety of outside readings here.<\/p>\n

What are your thoughts on this approach to the Book of Mormon?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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