The Language of Heaven: Prolegomenon to the Study of Smithian Translation
Journal of Mormon History 38:1 (Summer 2012): 51-71
21 Pages Posted: 23 Jul 2012
Date Written: July 18, 2012
Abstract
This essay, from a symposium in honor of Richard Bushman's 80th birthday, considers several possible approaches toward understanding the meanings of Mormon founder Joseph Smith's sacred translation efforts.
Keywords: translation, Joseph Smith, Mormons, Latter-day Saints, Mormonism, language, scripture, Book of Mormon
Suggested Citation: Suggested Citation
Brown, Samuel M., The Language of Heaven: Prolegomenon to the Study of Smithian Translation (July 18, 2012). Journal of Mormon History 38:1 (Summer 2012): 51-71, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=2115314
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