
audiobook
by B. H. (Brigham Henry) Roberts
DEFENSE OF THE FAITH AND THE SAINTS
GENERAL FOREWORD
Part I. Origin of the Book of Mormon. - SCHROEDER-ROBERTS DEBATE.
THE ORIGIN OF THE BOOK OF MORMON.
I.
II.
III. FROM RIGDON TO SMITH via P. P. PRATT.
IV.
THE ORIGIN OF THE BOOK OF MORMON.
I.
This volume offers a meticulous, early‑twentieth‑century defense of a faith often misunderstood by outsiders. Drawing on a wealth of contemporary testimony, the author walks listeners through the contested origins of a key scripture, confronting popular theories about handwritten sources and alleged plagiarism. The first section presents detailed rebuttals to critics, weaving together legal‑style arguments, witness accounts, and historical context to illustrate how the work emerged from genuine religious experience rather than literary theft.
The second part turns to doctrinal matters, summarizing recent church addresses and clarifying common misconceptions about core teachings such as divine nature, prophetic visions, and the role of women. By juxtaposing official statements with the author’s reasoned commentary, the book paints a vivid picture of a community striving to articulate its beliefs amid external scrutiny. Listeners will come away with a clearer sense of the intellectual and spiritual foundations that underpin the movement’s ongoing story.
Language
en
Duration
~16 hours (931K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by the Mormon Texts Project (http://mormontextsproject.org), with thanks to Trevor Nysetvold for proofreading.
Release date
2016-08-16
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1857–1933
A forceful Latter-day Saint historian and public speaker, he helped shape how early Mormon history was written and defended. His life also crossed into politics, where a contested election made him a national figure.
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