The Pearl of Great Price is a book of sacred scriptures for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It was compiled by Joseph Smith, Jr., the founder of the church, and first published in 1851. The book contains a variety of scriptures, including:
* The Book of Moses: A translation of the writings of Moses, including the story of creation, the flood, and the life of Abraham.
* The Book of Abraham: a translation of the Egyptian papyri containing the writings of the prophet Abraham.
* Joseph Smith—Matthew: An Account of the Ministry of Jesus Christ in America.
* Joseph Smith—History: An Autobiography of Joseph Smith, Jr.
* The Articles of Faith: a statement of the principles of faith of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
The Pearl of Great Price is an important book of scriptures for Latter-day Saints because it provides additional information about human history, the plan of salvation, and the mission of Jesus Christ.