Why did people in the Old Testament times live to be so old?
The early descendants of Adam and Eve lived longer so that they would repent while on earth.
Why are servicemen given only the Book of Mormon, Doctrine and Covenants, and the Pearl of Great Price?
The scriptures written for our day are uniquely beneficial to us, especially those who are servicemen.
Do pre-Columbian inhabitants exist today?
The Book of Mormon will go forth to the descendants of the Nephites and Lamanites. This means those people are still among us.
What does the ‘nursing fathers’ and ‘nursing mothers’ reference mean in 2 Nephi 6?
The passage in 2 Nephi 6 refers to the Gentiles’ assisting the scattered tribes of Israel to return to and reestablish themselves in their homeland.
How do we interpret the stated size of that humongous city mentioned in Rev 21:10-17?
The Zion people of all the universe will come to this earth in the city, the New Jerusalem, at the beginning of the millennium.
How do I study the Book of Mormon and other scriptures?
There are many ways to study the scriptures, but the best is to study the word of God with the Spirit and by praying earnestly to receive personal revelation.
What is a good scripture-marking system?
Whatever scripture-marking system you use, it will be yours and will increase your love for the scriptures. Studying and marking certain topics is a good place to start.
Was the brother of Jared the first to see Jesus Christ?
It is possible that when the Lord appeared to Moses, he appeared in His power and glory and came to deliver a messgage, but in the case of the Brother of Jared, the Lord did not appear to Jared, but because of the great faith that Jared had he saw the Lord.
Who wrote the chapter headings in the scriptures and how were they done?
Many people worked on the Scriptures Publication Committee in preparing the index, topical guide, and chapter headings. Bruce R. McConkie was one of these people.
What does the prophecy about the sticks of Judah and Ephraim in the Old Testament mean?
The Book of Mormon is the stick of Joseph spoken of in Ezekiel 37 because it deals with the history of the tribes of Ephraim and Manassah.
