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Old Testament Psalms in the Book of Mormon
Title
Old Testament Psalms in the Book of Mormon
Book Title
Ascending the Mountain of the Lord: Temple, Praise, and Worship in the Old Testament (2013 Sperry Symposium)
Publication Type
Book Chapter
Chapter
17
Year of Publication
2013
Authors
Hilton, John, III (Primary)
Pagination
291-311
Publisher
Deseret Book
City
Salt Lake City
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Abstract
In this paper I provide forty-three phrases that have strong connections between the Book of Mormon and Old Testament Psalms. These demonstrate the extent to which the Psalms’ language of praise and worship influenced Book of Mormon authors. I will then provide two extended examples of how these connections can deepen our understanding and appreciation of both texts.
Subject Keywords
Worship
Psalms
Intertextuality
Allusion
Psalm of Nephi
Jacob (Son of Lehi)
Nephi (Son of Lehi)
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