How exactly did Joseph Smith translate the Book of Mormon?
Question Dear Gramps, I would like to know the exact way the Prophet Joseph translated the Book of Mormon. For instance, I read that at first he used a seer stone instead of the Urim and Thummim which he placed in his hat and buried his face into the hat to...
Is it acceptable to terminate suffering by suicide or assisted suicide?
Question Dear Gramps, My son asked me yesterday if it was acceptable for someone who was terminally ill and in severe pain and suffering to commit suicide or have assisted suicide. I gave my own opinion to him, but I wondered what you would say about it. Pat...
Where is the account of Oliver Cowdery returning to the Mormon Church?
Question Dear Gramps, Can you tell me where I can find the conference address given by Joseph Smith or Brigham Young concerning Oliver Cowdery and his letter he wrote asking to come back to the Church? Thanks, Christine Answer Dear Christine,...
Why is Jesus Christ spoken of in the Book of Mormon as early as 559 BC?
Question Dear Gramps Why is Jesus Christ spoken of in the Book of Mormon as early as 559 BC? Brenda Answer Dear Brenda, You are probably referring to the use of the term, Jesus Christ, which is the English translation of the Greek translation of...
What do we know about Peleg?
Question Dear Gramps, I love your column and your approach to the facts. What do we know about the prophet Peleg? Where is a source to learn more? Thanks so much. Paula Answer Dear Paula, Little is known about Peleg. He is mentioned only in...
In Nephi 13:34 it says ‘much’ of my gospel. Can you shed some light on this?
Question Gramps, In Nephi 13:34, 13 words from the end of the chapter is the word 'much' of my gospel. Can you shed any light on the use of this word please? Michael Answer Michael, This passage references the coming forth of the Book of Mormon,...
Would the Plan of Salvation be different if Satan had not rebelled?
Question Hi Gramps, Did Heavenly Father sacrifice 2 sons? Jesus was sent to Earth to fulfill all righteousness and save us from our sins through his atonement and sacrificed his life for us. Had Lucifer not rebelled against our Heavenly Father in Heaven, then...
Is it possible to be sealed in the next life if I am faithful?
Question Dear Gramps, I am 58 years old. I have married twice and have raised four children on my own, as both fathers chose a different path. I wasn't raised in the church, but I became endowed after my last child was born. All my children are endowed but I...
What do we say to those who believe we all worship the same God?
Question Dear Gramps I have followed your site for many years and have enjoyed your comments> My question is very simple. How do we as members respond to non-members who say that it doesn't matter who you worship we all have the same God. I don't believe we...
What does Jesus mean when he says His “yoke is light”?
Question Dear Gramps, Could you possibly explain what is meant by the following phrase (I’m paraphrasing) “Take upon the Lord’s yoke for it is light.” Thank you, Charlene Answer Dear Charlene, As I’m sure you know, a yoke is a bar or frame by...
