Glenn Beck proves Indians were jews?!

[_xolotl]

Anyone watch Glenn Beck? I just got told from a relative that Glenn Beck discussed something very interesting. Apparently he showed evidence on his show that Native Americans came from Jewish ancestors. I responded immediately "that's not true, there is no significant evidence that points to that conclusion." First idea that popped into my mind after this discussion was the thought of Beck being a Meldrumite. I have not watched the show ( I believe it was today's airing ) and I am curious if anyone has seen it and would like to correct what I have heard or clarify/discuss. I suppose if no one has I will look it up tomorrow and post a clip if I have time.

[_Dwight Frye]

There's a thread at the MADhouse which might have some useful information/links:

http://www.mormonapologetics.org/topic/50872-3pm-today-meldrum-on-glenn-beck

[_JohnStuartMill]

I bet the educated General Authorities winced when they heard that.

[_SoHo]

Glenn Beck revealed that Amerindians are "ancient" - quite amazing ... Not really a direct endorsement of Meldrum - would have to read between the lines. I have a hard time watching him - seems like a SNL parody of himself.

[_The Mormon Report]

For your consideration:

Glenn Beck Lets the Mormon Out While Talking About Native Americans - Gawker.com

[_SoHo]

Doesn't the Book of Mormon justify manifest destiny? Doesn't it turn civilized ancient Amerindians into savages through their unrighteousness?

[_Joseph]

"Doesn't the Book of Mormon justify manifest destiny? Doesn't it turn civilized ancient Amerindians into savages through their unrighteousness?"

The Book of Mormon justifies almost anything you want. Murder during the commission of a robbery is OK if you think God sanctions it. (Mark Hoffman should have looked more at this one and forged a Joseph Smith prophesy to get him off the hook)
Polygamy is OK, except when it isn't.
The Indians are 'dark and loathsome', unworthy and it is their lot to be trod underfoot. We are still waiting for them to blossom somehow, more like wilting under white supremacy in LDSinc.
But it is OK, you can defend the Book as Truth by using the Bible, a book changed by evil dudes and full of untruth.

[_moksha]

I bet the educated General Authorities winced when they heard that.

They could view Glenn Beck as a resource to help bring the right-wing crazies that make up his viewership into the Church.

[_Hoops]

"But it is OK, you can defend the Book as Truth by using the Bible, a book changed by evil dudes and full of untruth.

Actually, no, one can not.

[_Darth J]

I bet the educated General Authorities winced when they heard that.

They could view Glenn Beck as a resource to help bring the right-wing crazies that make up his viewership into the Church.

I hope that this underrepresented demographic can find a place within the LDS Church.