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Article Title

A Prologue to Genesis: Moses 1 in Light of Jewish Traditions

Authors

E. Douglas Clark

Keywords

Mormon studies, Genesis, Jewish tradition, Judaism

Abstract

Referring to ancient and long-lost scripture that Joseph Smith restored, Wilford Woodruff declared it to be part of “the rich treasures that are revealed unto us in the last days.” One such treasure is Moses chapter 1, a scriptural jewel we have hardly begun to appreciate but whose luster has become more apparent in light of various ancient texts and traditions that have emerged since Joseph Smith’s day. So striking are the parallels as to recall Joseph’s own prophecy that “the world will prove Joseph Smith a true prophet by circumstantial evidence.”

Recommended Citation

Clark, E. Douglas (2006) "A Prologue to Genesis: Moses 1 in Light of Jewish Traditions," BYU Studies Quarterly: Vol. 45: Iss. 1, Article 4.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/byusq/vol45/iss1/4