Restored Divine Authority
Covers the biblical basis for the Melchizedek and Aaronic priesthoods, why authority must be conferred (not assumed), and the textual evidence from the Septuagint, Dead Sea Scrolls, and Church Fathers supporting the LDS position.
7 documents
Updated cheat sheet covering biblical evidence for the priesthood and the need for living prophets. Includes key scriptures and responses to common objections about clerical authority.
Textual analysis of the Josiah and Hezekiah reforms in Kings and Chronicles, examining variant readings between the Masoretic Text, Septuagint, and Dead Sea Scrolls. Relevant to understanding priesthood functions and religious authority in ancient Israel.
A gentle, accessible guide for sharing the concept of priesthood authority with a friend or family member not familiar with LDS theology. Written in plain language with no jargon.
The most thorough treatment of LDS priesthood doctrine in the library. Covers the Aaronic and Melchizedek priesthoods, the necessity of divine authority, the textual evidence from the Septuagint and Dead Sea Scrolls, and the Restoration of priesthood keys.
Detailed comparison of key textual variants between the Septuagint (LXX), Masoretic Text (MT), and Dead Sea Scrolls (DSS). Shows where early manuscripts support LDS doctrinal positions that later texts obscured.
Quick-reference comparison of the Septuagint and Masoretic Text with key variant passages highlighted. Useful for textual apologetics conversations about the reliability and history of the Old Testament.