How to Read the Book of Mormon

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Obtain a copy of the Book of Mormon.

   There are a number of ways to receive a copy of it:
   Read it online at the Scriptures section of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) website.
   
   Request a physical copy directly from the LDS through their online form or by calling (800)537-0003 in the United States.
   
   Missionaries will visit and begin lessons if you use this method.
   
   Download the official LDS Book of Mormon app for your phone:
   Google Play for Android App Store for iPhones/iPads Windows Phone Store for Windows Phone From LDS.org for Java phones.
   
   Check it out at the library.
   
   You can find it at
   289.322 on the Dewey Decimal System Buy it from a reputable seller on Amazon Read or download it at the Wikisource or Project Gutenburg collections.
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   Step 2: Pick a free

   Consider what you feel when you read it.
   
   Ask yourself how you feel about what the book claims to be and what it says about Jesus Christ.
   
   Let the Holy Spirit influence you.
   
   You will hear a "still small voice" within you from the Holy Spirit confirming the truthfulness of the book. , Suggested reading includes 2 Nephi 2, 3 Nephi 11:12 and Moroni
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   Read the promise in Moroni 10:3-5.
   
   A central tenet of the Church is based on this promise, so think about it carefully. , Do what Moroni counsels and you will find whether this book is the word of God or not.
   
   Above all, get to know for yourself by giving this Book a chance. ,
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   Step 3: quiet day to start reading the Book.

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   Step 4: Think and meditate.

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   Step 5: Find out for yourself if the Book is true.

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   Step 6: Learn about the churches who use it most by visiting their websites: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Community of Christ

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