The online Book of Mormon gives anyone interested in learning more about Mormon Scripture an opportunity to read the text in its entirety, to get overviews and commentary from experts in Mormon theology, and to study the passages over the computer. The online availability of Mormon Scripture simplifies the process of learning material for seminary classes. It also assists teachers by giving them a tool for quickly and efficiently locating passages relevant to their courses.

The Online Book of Mormon--A Useful Tool

Depending on the site, you will either have the text available or will have to download it. For a fee, some sites will include the book and other material useful to its study. You can also order software available in different formats such as Adobe, Macintosh and Microsoft. Palm and pocket software offer a portable resource for students of Scripture. Most sites divide the contents by book, each one individually accessible, so that you will not have to search through the entire volume to find what you need.

The convenience of the online Book of Mormon makes it a useful tool. By having a book in digital format, those studying Scripture no longer have to go to the library or search through a hard copy to quickly find information. Scrolling through the text speeds up the process, and being able to click on a certain topic makes for a more efficient method of studying. In many cases, helpful commentary gives one access to the thoughts of experts on the subject, eliminating the need to research these sources.

Because it is a quick and easy resource on Mormon scripture, the online Book of Mormon is popular among students and teachers. It can be ordered online and delivered to your computer electronically for less than the cost of buying the hardcover version, and it saves paper, which is good for the environment. It is estimated that 250 million people will be reading online books within the next few years. They truly are the learning tools of the future.