Book Quote by Joseph Fielding Smith
“They tell us the Book of Mormon states that Jesus was begotten of the Holy Ghost. I CHALLENGE THAT STATEMENT. The Book of Mormon teaches NO SUCH THING! NEITHER DOES THE BIBLE.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: LDS General Conference, 1975
A challenge to doctrinal claims about Jesus' origin, asserting inconsistency in scripture.
In simple terms: Questioning religious teachings about Jesus' nature.
Key Takeaway
Seek evidence and clarity in belief systems.
Themes
faith
doctrine
scripture
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
theological
critical
When to use this quote
- religious study
- interfaith dialogue
- personal belief assessment
Key Concepts
theology
critical inquiry
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we reconcile conflicting scriptural statements?
- What role does personal study play in faith?
A Different Perspective
Counterarguments exist within differing theological interpretations.
