Definitely a good introduction to LDS beliefs, practices, and church structure. It's well-written, easy to comprehend and follow along. It is very similar to the Catechism of the Catholic Church in structure and content, only much less exhaustive. I was surprised this is a manual used in adult classes, because it felt like it was intended for a younger audience, maybe junior high to high school age. Obviously I'm not of this faith tradition, but the most useful thing about this book is that if you are wondering where some doctrine or practice comes from, it's easy to find where it is in this book, and you'll find an explanation along with the passages of the Bible and LDS scriptures that are interpreted to indicate the truth of that particular belief. Basically if you're wondering "where'd they get that idea?" about anything in Mormonism, it's pretty easy to look it up with this book. It took me two whole years...but I finally finished. For those of you not in the loop, it was supposed to take two years. :) Anyway, this book is a complete treasure and I would recommend it to anyone. If you're interested in learning more about basic gospel principles, this book covers them in 47 short chapters complete with scriptural references. You don't have to read it straight through, cover to cover--you can pick and choose the topics in which you're most interested. Beauty and Simplicity...it's all right there, Folks!
What do You think about Princípios Do Evangelho (2000)?
I am going through this book again with the kids. This new edition is beautiful.
—wsfaga1
Excellent book to explain the basics of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
—Jacob
Love the simple doctrinal presentation of the whole book.
—isna
