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Is the Book of Abraham based on papyrus we no longer have? In this episode, we explore the Missing Scroll Theory—the idea that Joseph Smith translated the Book of Abraham from a long roll of papyrus that has since been lost or destroyed. We’ll examine the historical records, including firsthand accounts from early Saints like Lucy Mack Smith, who described a distinct long scroll separate from the surviving fragments. Apologists argue this missing roll may still vindicate Joseph’s translation. Critics say the theory is a modern invention meant to rescue a narrative that doesn’t fit the evidence. Join us as we unpack the assumptions, the math, and the motives behind the Missing Scroll Theory.
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Is the Book of Abraham based on papyrus we no longer have? In this episode, we explore the Missing Scroll Theory—the idea that Joseph Smith translated the Book of Abraham from a long roll of papyrus that has since been lost or destroyed. We’ll examine the historical records, including firsthand accounts from early Saints like Lucy Mack Smith, who described a distinct long scroll separate from the surviving fragments. Apologists argue this missing roll may still vindicate Joseph’s translation. Critics say the theory is a modern invention meant to rescue a narrative that doesn’t fit the evidence. Join us as we unpack the assumptions, the math, and the motives behind the Missing Scroll Theory.
Help support Bill Reel & Radio Free Mormon in making informative entertaining content that shines a light on truth and leads with transparency.
DONATE VIA DONORBOX! https://donorbox.org/mormonism-live
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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormon-discussions-podcasts-full-lineup/id562296100
https://open.spotify.com/show/0lEZJF0ZH6ccoteUP9Z4Fu
TikTok: @mormondiscussion https://www.tiktok.com/@mormondiscussion
Mormon Discussion Merch store https://www.exmoshirts.com/collections/mormondiscussions
Contact Bill Reel, RFM, and the Mormon Discussions Team:
The post The Book of Abraham’s Missing Scroll Theory [Mormonism Live 235] appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.
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