My introduction to my paper regarding whether or not members should be allowed to read and study other versions of the Bible.

      Throughout time Mormons have heavily safeguarded their sacred texts to be the

true Word sent from God.  Of these sacred texts is included the Book of Mormon,

Pearl of Great Price, Doctrine and Covenants and the King James Bible.  Three of

these texts are without question the Word which we should follow, however one of

the texts: the King James Bible has sparked controversy within the Church of Jesus

Christ of Latter Day Saints.  Many of the members of the LDS faith claim that the

King James Bible is the only Bible in which we should be allowed to read, and to

read other such versions would count heretical or wrong!  Through this thought

process we find many of the members to have placed man made guides to narrow

their view and learning, and slow the progress that God would intend for them to experience.  We must remember that Christ, our known leader and Savior, has repeatedly taught us that we should learn of all things, but do so by the Spirit of God, for that is the true teacher to our hearts.  Though it may seem easier or more logical to stick to the works which have been placed in front of us since youth, we must realize that due to the Spirit’s guidance and help, and also pure human desire to learn and grow we may find that it is absolutely acceptable to read other versions of the Bible to provide increased capacities and clearer doctrinal motives in our daily lives.