Christianity

Chapter10— The Promise of Truth

◆ About this chapter

Chapter 10 of the Book of Mormon, titled 'The Promise of Truth,' serves as a pivotal theological pivot within the larger narrative, shifting from historical accounts to a direct apostolic address to the reader. This section systematically explores the interdependence of faith, hope, and charity, framing them as essential prerequisites for spiritual discernment and the reception of divine truth. Situated in the latter half of the text, it functions as a doctrinal summary intended to challenge the audience's commitment to the message presented throughout the preceding chapters.

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King James Version (1611)

1611 · Public domain

The most influential English translation ever made. Sometimes archaic, but the standard PD English text.

Translators commissioned by King James I of England, 1604–1611

And now, I would ask of you, my beloved brethren, if ye have faith, ye must needs have hope; for ye cannot have faith without hope. ²And now, I would ask of you, my beloved brethren, if ye have faith, ye must needs have charity; for ye cannot have faith without charity. ³And now, I would ask of you, my beloved brethren, if ye have faith, ye must needs have the gift of the Holy Ghost; for ye cannot have faith without the gift of the Holy Ghost. ⁴And now, I would ask of you, my beloved brethren, if ye have faith, ye must needs have the gift of the Holy Ghost; for ye cannot have faith without the gift of the Holy Ghost. ⁵And now, I would ask of you, my beloved brethren, if ye have faith, ye must needs have the gift of the Holy Ghost; for ye cannot have faith without the gift of the Holy Ghost.

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