The Apocrypha

Doctrine and Covenants 91 is a revelation given to Joseph Smith in answer to his question regarding whether or not he should, through inspiration, revise the Apocrypha. He was in the process of making what we call "the Joseph Smith Translation" of the Bible.

The Lord's answer: "There are many things contained therein that are true...there are many things contained therein that are not true" reminds us to be cautious and prayerful as we seek enlightenment and understanding from these ancient sources.

Here is the link to a very interesting and helful article on the Apocrypha, mentioned in class.

http://library.lds.org/nxt/gateway.dll/Magazines/Ensign/1982.htm/ensign%20december%201982%20.htm/background%20for%20the%20testaments%20.htm?fn=document-frame.htm&f=templates&2.0