I have a new book for you that I am very excited about.
The Joseph Smith Bible Story
This book was written a dozen years ago by a friend in the LDS Church to trace the development of the Inspired Version of the Bible from the initial manuscripts generated by Joseph Smith, Jr., through the many editions and printings of the book. He identified problems and corrections in each edition and described how well they followed or deviated from the Joseph Smith manuscripts. He also added many notes about printing—especially about printing Bibles.
The author never published his book, and I received permission to condense, edit, and publish it in a format that makes for interesting and informative reading. I am sure you will learn some worthwhile things from this book. You can preview pages at Newbookman.blogspot.com.
The Joseph Smith Bible Story is now available on Amazon.com as a hardcover book for $20.99. You can also read Chapter 1 and the description (the same as shown below) on Amazon. I have hardcover copies available at $16.00 each and softcover copies for $8.00 each. You can order either way you like—order directly from Amazon or order from me at PaulVLudy@gmail.com or 816-210-8450.
Remember that I also offer a $1.00 discount per book for all books listed at $5.00 or more when you purchase three or more at the same time.
Description of The Joseph Smith Bible Story
An LDS apostle has shared his opinion that the Joseph Smith Bible is a thousand times over the best Bible on earth. He said it was produced by God’s Spirit and its changes and additions are equal to God’s Word revealed in the Book of Mormon and the Doctrine and Covenants.
Joseph Smith wrote, “We believe the Bible to be the word of God as far as it is translated correctly.” The Book of Mormon contains the warning that, over the centuries, the Bible text had been corrupted and many plain and precious parts had been removed. Because of that, many people stumble.
Joseph Smith had been directed to translate the Book of Mormon and organize the Church of Jesus Christ. He believed that God enlightened him to continue in the role of prophet, seer, and revelator to restore the plain and precious things to the Bible.
The Joseph Smith Bible Story traces the development of Joseph Smith’s correction of the Bible—from his dictation to several scribes, to revisions of his manuscripts, to preparations for publication, and to the printing of many editions.
As Joseph Smith read from a large family Bible, he felt directed to make modifications. He used two processes to modify the text of the King James Version. At first his scribes wrote entire verses, whether they had changes or not; but later they wrote only the changes which he dictated.
The prophet was killed before the manuscripts could be published. Years later, a publication committee incorporated changes into the biblical text. The first printing was completed in 1867.
The Joseph Smith Bible contains nearly 400 verses for which there are no matching verses in other Bibles. And it explains and clarifies hundreds of other passages. A Protestant minister wrote that Joseph Smith had deliberately altered the text to make it say clearly what many Bible students get only through “theological legerdemain.”
The Joseph Smith Bible Story is designed to help members of Restoration churches, friends, scholars, and other interested persons discover the history and value of the Bible produced by the latter-day prophet. It contains many facts which have not been brought together before, and it includes a dozen pages listing unique contributions of the Joseph Smith Bible.
WINTER HALF-PRICE SALE ON USED RLDS BOOKS EXTENDED THROUGH FEB. 28
ALL USED RLDS BOOKS—except those priced at less than $5.00 or more than $99.00—ARE OFFERED FOR HALF OFF THE LISTED PRICES.
This offer is extended through February 28, 2026, and limited to supplies on hand. No discounts apply on sale books.
To order, e-mail to PaulVLudy@gmail.com or call 816-210-8450. I will ship with an invoice and envelope for your payment or deliver in the Independence, MO, area for $2.00.
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21 NEW BOOKS FOR $6.00 EACH Prices are good through February 28, 2026.
Book of Mormon Blessings by Evan A. Fry $8.00
*Book of Mormon Gems and Settings by Paul V. Ludy $6.00
*Brightly Beams Our Father’s Mercy by George Gross $6.00
Emma Smith, the Elect Lady by Margaret Gibson $8.50
Endowment Series, The by Arthur A. Oakman $8.00
Gomer T. Griffiths; An Autobiography $8.00
*In the Hollow of His Hand by Camilla Collins $6.00
Joseph Smith Bible Story, The, by Dean R. Zimmerman $8.00
Miracle of the Cardinals by Pat Chadwick $10.00
Restoration Beliefs, revised from San Francisco Bay District $8.00
Restoration of the Church of Jesus Christ, The, by Evan A. Fry $7.00
Samuel the Lamanite by C. Houston Hobart $8.00
*Study of Jesus Christ’s Visit to Ancient America, A, by Ronald M. Turner $6.00
Tell My People by Walter Weldon $7.50
Tower Cookery by Graceland Mothers Club, 1950 $8.00
*Voices from Church History by Paul V. Ludy $6.00
*Voices from the Golden Plates by Paul V. Ludy $6.00
W.O.W. Cookery from Blue Valley Stake women $8.00
What’s Your Heart’s Desire? by Barbara Wilkinson $8.00
*Zion’s Hope Stories Book 1 by Paul V. Ludy $6.00
*Zion’s Hope Stories Book 2 by Paul V. Ludy $6.00
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LEATHER COVERS FOR THE HERALD HOUSE 3-IN-1
We have 10 new brown faux leather covers that are too small for the new 3-in-1 by Cumorah Books, Inc. But they are ideal for many of the older books produced by Herald House, which contain the 1974 Inspired Version. If you have a Herald House 3-in-1 that is about 6x9x2.5 inches, this is an excellent fit. The covers are zippered to protect your Scriptures. $15.00.
153 pages $16.00 for Hardcover Book
$8.00 for Softcover Book
116 pages $15.00
This is a hardcover book for children of all ages.
32 pages $5.00
This hymnbook provides words only to 70 familiar Restoration hymns.
Preview pages to see samples of hymns and the index.
The Joseph Smith Bible Story
This book was written a dozen years ago by a friend in the LDS Church to trace the development of the Inspired Version of the Bible from the initial manuscripts generated by Joseph Smith, Jr., through the many editions and printings of the book. He identified problems and corrections in each edition and described how well they followed or deviated from the Joseph Smith manuscripts. He also added many notes about printing—especially about printing Bibles.
