What is the name that Jesus was called during his mortal life?
Question Dear Gramps, I have read several different names for Jesus including Jehovah and Joshua. If I were walking with Jesus during his life and someone said his name, what is the name I would have heard? Lynn Answer Dear Lynn, You would have...
Why the difference between the words “murder” in the Torah and “kill” in the Bible in the sixth commandment?
Question Dear Gramps, I am a Jew living in Israel. Naturally I have learned Hebrew, and so I have become interested in the differences between the Hebrew Torah (to Christians, the Old Testament) and the King James Bible. Now I understand that the Hebrew Torah...
Is there really a difference between the Mormon Church and Evangelical’s world view on scripture?
Question Dear Gramps, While it is clear that there are doctrinal differences and differences in the interpretation of scripture between the Mormon Church and evangelicals, is there really a difference in their world views on the role of scripture in religion...
Why are the biblical passages cited in the Book of Mormon essentially identical with those in the Bible?
Question Dear Gramps, I am curious to know why so many passages in the Book of Mormon are the same as those in the New Testament, particularly the beatitudes. If the bible is true insofar as it is translated correctly, then why are the passages so nearly the...
What is the difference between a sin and a transgression?
Question Dear Gramps, What is the difference between a sin and a transgression? Adam partook of the fruit when God instructed them not to. Please explain the differences as in the 2nd Article of Faith about a sin and a transgression; We believe that all mankind...
What does the word “Gazelem” mean?
Question Dear Gramps, What does the word “Gazelem” mean? Richard Answer Dear Richard, The word “Gazelem” is a Nephite word, first appearing in the Book of Alma in the Book of Mormon. Daniel H. Ludlow reports the following on the meaning of the...
What is the difference between the terms ‘eternity’ and ‘eternities’?
Question Gramps, I was wondering if you could please explain to me the difference between the terms ‘eternity’ and ‘eternities’. The word ‘eternities’ seems to be used quite a lot in Mormon writings and I am confused to the actual meaning. Thanks. Chelsea...
Could the term perfection be a relative term for those who will have gained all knowledge?
Question Dear Gramps, I was reading a response to one of your questions where you state that the term perfection is ‘relative’. I was wondering if you could please elaborate on that..I’ve been reading a lot of Bruce McConkie’s work where...
In Psalms 110:1, who is the Lord telling the Lord to sit at His right hand?
The words LORD and Lord in the scriptures have distinct meanings. The true meaning of the scriptures can only be understood through the ministration of the Holy Spirit.
