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In contrast to the modern world, which seems sadly lacking in heroes, the Book of Mormon contains stellar examples of all that the word hero implies. In this book, twenty General Authorities describe Book of Mormon heroes worthy of emulation. These figures come alive as their heroic qualities and deeds are discussed. We read of fearless Abinadi, who died a martyr for his faith; of Captain Moroni, who taught powerfully of values worth fighting and
...The miraculous beginnings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints may surprise an inquirer who is not accustomed to having faith in a living God or listening to the words of a modern prophet. Yet these early beginnings are true. God did speak to the youthful Joseph Smith and while calling him by name said, "This is My Beloved Son. Hear Him!" (Joseph Smith-History 1:17.) Since Joseph's first vision of Deity, Joseph's name has been known
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