DNA and Lamanite Identity: A Panel Discussion Science often complicates the sancta simplicitas of theology. Genetic research promises to help genealogists define and refine family trees. But this technological blade can cut both ways. What is a benefit to LDS genealogists may be a detriment to Book of Mormon literalists. Initial findings of geneticists have so far failed to link Native American populations to ancient Israelites. This panel discusses how some Mormon thinkers approach this potential scientific complication for Book of Mormon studies. Sponsor:

Thomas W. Murphy, Trent D. Stephens, D. Jeffery Meldrum