The KEPA Manuscripts as Oral Dictation Transcripts

[_Who Knows]

Sorry for derailing...

Yeah, definitely not bad! Not sure where you live, but where do you work out? I go to the golds in american fork almost every weekday morning 6am.

Looks like you could give me a few tips! I concentrate on weightlifting/bulking (i don't do much cardio) but it's slow going. I've always had trouble gaining weight. I eat a lot, do about 3 protein shakes a day, and do creatine off and on. Do you use any supplements?

Huge arms man!

[_Brent Metcalfe]

<off topic>

Hi Who Knows,

I live in the Puget Sound area. My visits to the gym are very therapeutic. I try to go at least every other day—you can never get too much therapy! At 6'3" and 220 lb., my weight is fairly evenly distributed. I turn 50 on my next b-day and my gym therapy helps me keep up with a very active 12-year-old son. (The only supplement that I've tried is creatine, which I took for about six months in the late '90s.)

My best,

</brent>

</off topic>

Now back on topic.

[_harmony]

*sigh*

I missed the pics of the pecs.

[_William Schryver]

I wonder why Brent decided to just forget about this discussion?

Is it possible that he was persuaded by my analysis of the interlineal insertion of Abraham 1:12 in KEPA #2?

Probably not. But we never did get to hear his counter-analysis.

[_Brent Metcalfe]

Hi Will,

Given that we've evidently entered a cyber-forum wormhole that's catapulted us from December 2007 to May 2008, I would have thought that you also had "decided to just forget about this discussion."

In any event, as I previously noted:

I'm hesitant to vet my arguments on an informal Web message board.

As I approach publication, my hesitation increases—for numerous reasons. In short, no spoilers allowed.

And, no, I don't agree with your armchair assessment of the textual history of Abr. 1:12; and I can't imagine that Brian Hauglid (et al.) would concur with your assessment either.

My best,

</brent>

[_truth dancer]

Hey Brent,

As I approach publication, my hesitation increases—for numerous reasons. In short, no spoilers allowed.

So, when is your book going to be available to those of us who have been very impatiently awaiting the event?

;-)

~dancer~

[_William Schryver]

Brent:

Given that we've evidently entered a cyber-forum wormhole that's catapulted us from December 2007 to May 2008, I would have thought that you also had "decided to just forget about this discussion."

No. I’ve just become more patient as I age. And, lest we forget, you were the one who assured us:

I've prepped photographs that relate to the early textual history of Abraham 1:12 for online display, but helping my son with a school project absorbed the remainder of the evening (read: my rejoinder will be delayed a few more days).

Thanks for your patience.

My development of virtue notwithstanding, you've been a long time gone.

As I approach publication, my hesitation increases—for numerous reasons. In short, no spoilers allowed.

I see.

And, no, I don't agree with your armchair assessment of the textual history of Abr. 1:12; and I can't imagine that Brian Hauglid (et al.) would concur with your assessment either.

Well, whether your own extensive credentials qualify you to “imagine” it or not, I suppose the “no spoilers allowed” rule applies equally here. ;-)

In any event, we all look forward to the (hopefully) imminent publication of Joseph Smith’s Book of Abraham: History, Sources, Authorship. In the immortal words of David Crosby, it’s been a long time coming.

[_TrashcanMan79]

Hey Brent,

As I approach publication, my hesitation increases—for numerous reasons. In short, no spoilers allowed.

So, when is your book going to be available to those of us who have been very impatiently awaiting the event?

;-)

~dancer~

I'm also dying to know when I can expect it, so, Brent, if you happen to peek in, please throw us a freakin bone here.

[_Brent Metcalfe]

Hi truth dancer and TrashcanMan79,

Thanks for your inquiries.

My domestic and professional commitments take priority over unsalaried avocations. As much as I'd like to share my insights sooner than later, later is more likely.

Hi Will,

"[E]xtensive credentials"? Well, when you've garnered a few of your own, perhaps we'll have something meaningful to discuss.

As for whether you speak for Brian Hauglid or not, a leitmotif of Brian's personal email messages is that you most certainly do not.

Best wishes,

</brent>

[_William Schryver]

Metcalfe:

"[E]xtensive credentials"? Well, when you've garnered a few of your own, perhaps we'll have something meaningful to discuss.

Mmmmm … perhaps we should do a brief, but pertinent, comparison.

Undergraduate/Post-graduate Degrees:
Metcalfe: 0
Schryver: 0

Specific Relevant Professional Training:
Metcalfe: None
Schryver: None

Occupation:
Metcalfe: Professional software developer
Schryver: Professional software developer

Access to Relevant Source Materials:
Metcalfe: Quarter-century old photographs of originals.
Schryver: Two-year-old high-resolution scans of originals.

Number of Known PhDs in Accord with Analysis:
Metcalfe: Unknown
Schryver: At least 2.

Number of Ear Piercings:
Metcalfe: 1
Schryver: 0

Musical Expertise:
Metcalfe: Rock Band video game controller
Schryver: Accomplished self-taught guitarist, pianist, organist

Number of Testicles:
Metcalfe: Unknown
Schryver: 2

Testosterone Score:
Metcalfe: Unknown
Schryver: 777 (high normal)

As for whether you speak for Brian Hauglid or not, a leitmotif of Brian's personal email messages is that you most certainly do not.

Well, I have never once suggested that I speak for Professor Hauglid. Brian certainly speaks for himself in all matters. That said, Brian agrees entirely with my analysis as articulated in this particular thread, as once again confirmed in a conversation just this afternoon: The text of Abr. 1:12 in KEPA #2 manifests a later interlineal insertion.

I will shortly initiate a thread in the “School of the Pundits” forum of the MAD board to continue this topic. Professor Hauglid has indicated he just may drop in for a visit. You are certainly invited to do likewise.