Among the canonized Latter-day Saint doctrinal sources, there is no book with more profound insights into the truths of eternity than the Pearl of Great Price. Truly it is a jewel among the scriptures. and among guides to understanding the ancient portions of that marvelous book, no light shines brighter than the enlightenment found in this valuable commentary. This book deals primarily with the Pearl of Great Price books of Moses and Abraham. Recognizing that the writings of Joseph Smith are usually treated as the basis for studies in LDS Church history, the author has chosen to omit coveraage of thos portions in his book in order to consider the ancient writings in greater depth. After giving a useful overview of the Pearl of Great Price, he reviews how these ancient books were received and published by the Church. He then moves back in time to study and draw meanings from the pre-mortal Council in Heaven, the creation of the earth, man's condition before the fall of Adam, and the significance of that fall. He explains the experiences of Adam and Eve and analyzes the first great apostasy which occured when their children rejected the gospel. a chapter considers the deeper roots of the black civilization. Another treats the prophet Enoch's panoramic vision of the world. the writings of Abraham are also treated in depth in a similar manner. Recent research has opened up new understandings, and these matters are treated in the later chapters of the book. for instance, along with the writings of Abraham, Joseph Smith received another scroll containing the writings of Joseph of Egypt. the author discusses what is known concerning those writings. He also deals with the recent discovery of the Egyptian Book of Breathings, telling how it was found, and presents interesting new insights on the Egyptian endowment. a final chapter shows relationships between the LDS temple ceremony and the Egyptian papyri. the writing shows the abilities of a competent teacher. Each chapter, for instance, ends with a detailed summary. a very detailed index makes the book especially easy to use. Horizon Publishers takes pleasure introducing this very useful and thought-provoking commentary, and highlly recommends it to those who are seeking new insights and the latest findings on the ancient scriptures.

Delve into the intriguing exploration of historical theories with David Baron's analytical work, "The History of the Ten 'Lost Tribes': Anglo-Israelism Examined." This insightful book scrutinizes the Anglo-Israelism theory, addressing the claims that certain modern groups are descended from the Ten Lost Tribes of Israel. In "The History of the Ten 'Lost Tribes'," Baron provides a thorough examination of Anglo-Israelism, a theory that has sparked much debate over the years. Drawing on over twenty years of research and numerous inquiries from those intrigued by the theory, Baron presents a critical analysis based on historical and biblical scholarship. Have you ever wondered about the validity of claims connecting modern peoples to the Ten Lost Tribes of Israel? Baron’s detailed examination tackles the arguments and evidence put forth by proponents of Anglo-Israelism, offering readers a well-rounded perspective on this controversial subject. How do these claims hold up under scrutiny? Explore this thoughtful and comprehensive study to gain a deeper understanding of the historical and theological arguments surrounding Anglo-Israelism. Baron’s work sheds light on the complexities of this theory and provides valuable insights into its historical context. Curious about the historical roots and implications of Anglo-Israelism? Read "The History of the Ten 'Lost Tribes'" today and uncover the answers to the questions surrounding this fascinating theory. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with a critical examination of an enduring historical theory. Purchase "The History of the Ten 'Lost Tribes'" now and delve into David Baron’s comprehensive analysis.

In the Lost Tribes, author R. Clayton Brough has given definition and clarification to one of the most interesting doctrinal subjects in Mormonism. He traces the Biblical history of the descendants of the great patriarch Jacob, whose name the Lord changed to Israel, down to the time they entered captivity in Assyria. He then draws from other historical sources which relate the exodus of these tribes into "another land" and shows how they became lost to mankind. Various historical allusions are cited which reflect the sum of modern scholarly knowledge pertaining to their history and present location. Among Latter-day Saints, several theories have come into existence concerning the location of these lost people. The author has collected the evidence usually cited to substantiate these theories and has presented and analyzed it with considerable clarity. He takes no position in support of any particular theory, but invites the reader to evaluate the information available for himself. The theories he discusses and documents are the "Unknown Planet" theory, the "Narrow Neck" proposition (a sub-theory), the "Hollow Earth" theory, the "North Pole" theory, and the "Dispersion" theory. The future return of the Ten Tribes from their unknown location is a major theme in LDS doctrine. The author devotes the final chapter of the book to that subject and related events in the last days. The Lost Tribes is a valuable book which assembles a host of interesting and sometimes inaccessible items from many sources. The author has done much to clarify and broaden Latter-day Saint understanding on one of the most intriguing themes in ancient and modern scripture. Here is a book that is being widely read and enjoyed by many.

In The Ten Lost Tribes, Zvi Ben-Dor Benite shows for the first time the extent to which the search for the lost tribes of Israel became, over two millennia, an engine for global exploration and a key mechanism for understanding the world.