The Foundation for Ancient Research and Mormon Studies encourages and supports research and publication about the Book of Mormon, Another Testament of Jesus Christ, and other ancient scriptures. Its main research interests in the scriptures include ancient history, language, literature, culture, geography, politics, religion, and law. Although research on such subjects is of secondary importance when compared with the spiritual and eternal messages of the scriptures, solid scholarly research can supply certain kinds of useful information, even if only tentatively, concerning many significant and interesting questions about the ancient backgrounds, origins, composition, and meanings of scripture. The work of the Foundation rests on the premise that the Book of Mormon and other scriptures were written by prophets of God.
Religious truths require divine witness to establish the faith of the believer.
While scholarly research cannot replace that witness, such studies may reinforce and encourage individual testimonies by fostering understanding and appreciation of the scriptures. It is assigned to assist in the scholarly advancement and preservation of ancient religious materials not specifically connected to Mormonism. The Foundation works to make interim and final reports about its research available widely, promptly, and economically, both in scholarly and popular formats. The Foundation is independent of all other organizations and does not speak for any other organization. All Rights Reserved.