The Book of Mormon is a religious text that is central to the beliefs and practices of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It was initially published in 1830 and contains the teachings of ancient American prophets who, according to the faith, lived in the Americas between 600 BC and 400 AD. Synonyms for The Book of Mormon include the Holy Scriptures, the Doctrine and Covenants, the Pearl of Great Price, and the Standard Works. Within the Latter-day Saint community, the text is considered to be a source of divine revelation, teaching, and guidance that complements the Holy Bible and provides a framework for living a virtuous life.