Joseph Smith's translating ability is a topic of debate among scholars and critics of Mormonism. The Book of Mormon, a scripture unique to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has been questioned regarding its physicality and translation process. Critics argue that there is no evidence of the gold plates, the type of script used by Joseph Smith does not match any known language, and the internal content of the Book of Mormon contains anachronisms that contradict historical records. [... more]