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Did Joseph Smith make up the idea of “reformed Egyptian?” Would devout Israelites have written in the language of pagans such as the Egyptians? Do modern archeological discoveries provide parallels for such a concept? If the Nephites spoke Hebrew, why is there no evidence for the Hebrew Language in Ancient America?
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Brother Ash is author of the book Shaken Faith Syndrome: Strengthening One’s Testimony in the Face of Criticism and Doubt, as well as the book, of Faith and Reason: 80 Evidences Supporting the Prophet Joseph Smith. Both books are available for purchase online through the FAIR Bookstore.
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Its all total hokus/pokus a major scam.
A scam would imply that they are trying to take something from you illicitly. Since there is absolutely no financial requirement for admission to the Church, there is no scam.
In anticipation of the response “But you must pay your tithing to get a Temple Recommend” I would remind you that there are no background checks or financial statements submitted. You/each individual is free to understand the doctrine of Tithing in his own way and your/each individual’s declaration that you are a full tithe payer is sufficient. No scam there either.
“But the Church is so rich! It has billions!”
it is a large and healthy organization. I see nothing wrong with that. I also see nobody within the Church heirarchy personally benefitting from that wealth. They live modestly and work extremely hard. No scam there, either.