I was not aware that there was an official LDS view on this issue, but I agree with it. Another possible suggestion--the "sons of God," were mighty men, perhaps princes or kings.
Reason why the "sons of God" were probably not fallen angels:
1. Why would God allow this horrific form of sexual molestation to be foisted upon our daughters, when agency is such a vital part of the plan of salvation?
2. The Nephilim (or 'giants') already walked the earth when the intercourse took place--so there is no necessary connection. In other words, the Nephilim were not the offspring of these ungodly unions, because they were already on the earth!
3. What's the lesson, if the "sons of God" were fallen angels? Don't get romantically involved with demons? Hardly makes sense. However, if they were godly men vs. the ungodly daughters, the the warning against interfaith marriage is a common theme in Scripture.
4. Keep in mind that Jesus told the Sadducees that angels neither give nor are given in marriage.
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