In the past 5 or 6 years most of you have heard about the DNA studies that show the finding of Native American DNA around the Great Lakes matching the DNA of Hebrews near Israel, Turkey, and other areas. The links to these articles are at the very end of this blog. The connection between the Native Americans and the Jew has also been discussed at length here and in the Annotated Book of Mormon. The Book of Mormon itself talks about this connection in D&C 19:26-27 which says, “And again, I command thee that thou shalt not covet thine own property, but impart it freely to the printing of the Book of Mormon, which contains the truth and works of God. Which is my word to the Gentile, that soon it may go to the Jew, of whom the Lamanites are a remnant that they may believe the gospel, and look not for a Messiah to come who has already come.”
“Nearly one-third of Native American genes come from west Eurasian people linked to the Middle East and Europe, rather than entirely from East Asians as previously thought, according to a newly sequenced genome.” BY BRIAN HANDWERK NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC “Great Surprise”—Native Americans Have West Eurasian Origins Oldest human genome reveals less of an East Asian ancestry than thought.
The Cherokee are an important connection between the Old World and the New World. More information on my blog here:
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Greg Matsen is founder of Cwic Media and the host of its primary podcast which has over 7,000,000 views and downloads and is one of the top podcasts for Latter-day Saint culture. Firm Foundation has the privledge of having him as a key note speaker at our conference on Sept 15-16 in SLC, UT.
Mr. Matsen has studied the scriptures and history almost daily since his mission, seeks and develops interfaith relationships, and diligently seeks to help others learn what he has learned through lenses he developed called Cwic Interpreters. He also does a weekly Come Follow Me podcast. Greg sold his Wealth Management Firm in Scottsdale, AZ in 2020 and now runs Cwic Media full time. He and his wife have four kids and one son-in-law.
Greg Matsen interviews Rod Meldrum about DNA and Geography in a 90 minute video below titled, “Lamanite & Nephite DNA, Heartland or Mesoamerica?“
Greg Matsen said, “Rod Meldrum is one of the original “Heartlanders.” Rod talks about starting his research into DNA, the Hopewell tribes, as well as the battle between the “Heartland” model and the Mesoamerican model. What does the DNA show? What of the mounds? Does the Hopewell civilization match the Book of Mormon dates? The FIRM Foundation Expo is September 15-16 in downtown Salt Lake. I will be speaking both days on the following topics-
Greg Matsen: Friday, September 15, 7 – 8 pm Lehi Saves Jesus: The Book of Mormon Is The Older Religion
Greg Matsen: Saturday, September 16, 10:15 – 11:15 am God’s Patriarchy: The DBR Principle”
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Greg Matsen Video Here:
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Cwic Show relates real-world, current events for faith-based commentary and conversations. We address topics such as The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, politics, pop culture, the Book of Mormon, the Bible, and gospel principles in a faith-based manner. We support the Restored Church of Jesus Christ and fight the disinformation that is so pervasive online. Home of the Cwic Show, Cwic Media Come Follow Me Series, and the Cwic Interpreters that help you see the scriptures in a new light. Cwic Media – like “Quick Media” Cwic is an Old English word that means “Intelligent” and “Alive.
Rod Meldrum Briefly shares information below called
Rediscovering the Book of Mormon Remnant through DNA
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Rediscovering BofM Remnant through DNA - by Rod L. Meldrum 2009
Rediscovering the Book of Mormon Remnant through DNA
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“From the earliest days of the restoration of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints there has been tremendous interest in where the events described in the Book of Mormon actually took place. On what land did this epic saga transpire, and who are the actual descendants of the peoples identified in the Book of Mormon?
There have been books, papers, news statements and internet sites claiming that DNA findings refute the historicity of the Book of Mormon, negating it as an actual historical record. What is the background of these statements? Can the evidence support the claim that DNA proves the Book of Mormon false?
Over the past ten years much has been speculated about these questions, especially in light of scientific findings involving human DNA testing. Recent research has been conducted on Native American DNA studies potentially related to the Book of Mormon that may lend support to its claims. The research herein refutes the claim that DNA analysis proves the Book of Mormon false, and it explores genetic (DNA) evidence that may actually support the claims of the Book of Mormon.
Scriptures will always be Demonstrated True
My position as the author of this work is that when there is an inferred conflict between scientific theories and scriptural truths, the scriptures will always be demonstrated true, and the theories of men, put forward through science, will eventually conform to the truths of the gospel, not the other way around.
Of course error can be made in the interpretation of scripture; however when they (the Scriptures) are clear and supported by prophetic or revelatory understanding, and if they cannot be reconciled with the current theories of science, then it should be understood that eventually the scientific theories will be altered to comply with God’s truth, even if that means waiting until the next life. The theories (beliefs) of men that don’t harmonize with the truths (facts) of God are in error and are subject to alteration. Theories should be altered by facts, which should also be a foundational understanding of science. God’s facts are not subject to alteration by the theories of men in order to reconcile them. As Latter-day Saints, we believe in all truth from whatever source it springs. Therefore, it is important not to simply brush aside scientific findings of truth. Empirical, experiment based scientific findings of truth are occasionally at odds with proposed theories that attempt to explain them. It is important to differentiate between scientific observation, which is data derived by experiment or empirical work, and theories which are philosophies and beliefs that attempt to explain the observations. Theories that have reached a certain level of consensus have too often resulted in scientific paradigms and dogma that obscure and eclipse the empirical facts.
Truth is Truth in Whatever Sphere it is Found
The Book of Mormon is an Historical Record.
Having a testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ, and knowing it is true, leaves little doubt that the Book of Mormon is an historical record. Its words are a foundational pillar upon which much of the gospel rests. Its truths are fundamental to our belief in the prophet Joseph Smith and the commencement of the restoration of the gospel. It is not possible that the Book of Mormon could be spiritually true and historically false.” Rod Meldrum 2023
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