Gold Plates
Ancient American prophets wrote the record of their people on gold plates. Joseph Smith translated the writings on these plates into what became the Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ.
Overview
Plates made of gold upon which the ancient American prophet Mormon abridged the record of his people. Joseph Smith translated the writings on the golden plates into what became the Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ.
Related Topics
Scriptures
Scripture References
Scripture Study Resources
Guide to the Scriptures, “Gold Plates”
Index to the Triple Combination, “Plates”
Messages from Church Leaders
Learning Resources
Church Magazines
Andrew H. Hedges, “‘Take Heed Continually’: Protecting the Gold Plates,” Ensign, January 2001
Study Manuals
In the News
“Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ,” Newsroom
Teachings of Presidents of the Church
Teaching Resources
Stories and Activities for Teaching Children
“Gold Plates,” Lesson Helps for Teaching Children