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Book of Mormon/Anachronisms/Weapons
Are gunpowder, pistols or firearms mentioned in the Book of Mormon?
Questions
Some critics claim that the Book of Mormon mentions "gunpowder," and "pistols and other firearms," which are clearly anachronisms.
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Answer
The claim is false. There is no mention of "gunpowder" or firearms, or anything like them, in the Book of Mormon.