Reflecting on Joseph Smith's Translation of the Bible

What was Joseph Smith's role in translating the Bible?

How did Joseph Smith claim to have translated the Bible?

Joseph Smith's Translation of the Bible

Joseph Smith 'translated' the Bible by producing the 'Joseph Smith Translation' or the Inspired Version. He claimed to have received divine revelations that helped him provide a more accurate version.

Joseph Smith, the founder of the Latter-day Saint movement, claimed to have received divine revelations that enabled him to retranslate specific portions of the Bible. This process resulted in what is now known as the Joseph Smith Translation or the Inspired Version of the Bible. Unlike traditional translation which involves converting from one language to another, Smith's translation focused on providing an improved and more accurate version of the biblical text.

Smith's translation work often included significant additions, revisions, and deletions when compared to the existing Bible text. For example, in the Book of Moses, a part of his translation work, there were notable changes to the biblical book of Genesis. Smith aimed to restore what he believed were original doctrines and historical information that had been lost or altered over time. This endeavor reflected his belief in the importance of restoring true teachings through divine revelation.