Book of mormon commentary 3 nephi

The blessed statements, or beatitudes, which open the sermon are not so sterile of context in 3 nephi as they are in matthew in the king james version. Now is the perfect time to look for greater insights into the book of mormon and have an awesome tool to store all your insights for instant retrieval later. Jesus christ did show himself unto the people of nephi, as the multitude were gathered together in the land bountiful, and did minister unto them. The term record appears frequently throughout the book of mormon the text offers a surprising amount of commentary on itself and on the process of recordkeeping on metal plates. According to john tvedtnes, lehi apparently named his sons jacob and joseph after their distant ancestors jacob and joseph. A comprehensive commentary of the book of 3 nephi book.

Jan 03, 2014 the most often read passage in the book of mormon is almost certainly its very first versewhat latterday saint is not familiar with the opening line, i, nephi, having been born of goodly parents. Jan 01, 2012 this verse brings the apocalyptic prophecy or historical commentary right up to the summer of 1829, when oliver cowdery was transcribing the text of the book of mormon the things written and hid up by nephi s seed as it fell from the lips of joseph smith who was divining the translation of the ancient record by the gift and power of. Sep 01, 20 the first book in the book of mormon commentary is titled i nephi wrote this record this volume is 765 pages and covers first and second nephi. This verse brings the apocalyptic prophecy or historical commentary right up to the summer of 1829, when oliver cowdery was transcribing the text of the book of mormon the things written and hid up by nephi s seed as it fell from the lips of joseph smith who was divining the translation of the ancient record by the gift and power of. It represents the commentary following the text introducing the phrase skin of. Sorenson, the brass plates and biblical scholarship. See also book of mormon central, why did jesus deliver a version of the sermon on the mount at the temple in bountiful. The beatitude that reads in the new testament blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness. It is likely that, on arrival, nephi had the same problem as many others have historically when encountering new species in the promised land. Items do not represent the official views of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints or of book of mormon central. Benson, geological upheaval and darkness in 3 nephi 810, in the book of mormon. There are a lot reasons why christ might call isaiahs words great, one of which may be the close personal connection the savior may have. Home the book of mormon third nephi chapter 15b16 verses 15.

Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Discussions on the book of mormon 3 nephi 14 originally aired. This is a good opportunity to recommit to using the book of mormon in your life and in inviting others to come unto the savior. Downloads male voice mp3 female voice mp3 entire book pdf footnotes. Book of mormon class 3 nephi chapter 11 the willow wood. And it came to pass in the thirty and fourth year, in the first month, on the fourth day of the month, there arose a great storm, such an one as never had been known in all the land. Below is the introduction to what will be an ongoing personal chapterbychapter commentary on the book of mormon, starting with 1st nephi. Welch, seeing third nephi as the holy of holies of the book of mormon, journal of the book of mormon and other restoration scripture 19, no. He included faith, repentance, baptism, the holy ghost, scripture study and enduring to the end. Secret covenant teachings of men and the devil in helaman through 3 nephi 8. So not only does the book of mormon invite a careful and even skeptical reading, it also provides its own criticisms. Comparison of 1 nephi 1114 and 2 nephi 2530 the centrality of nephis vision, by steven l.

What does the book of mormon mean by skin of blackness. And helaman was the son of helaman, who was the son of alma, who was the son of alma, being a descendant of nephi who was the son of lehi, who came out of jerusalem in the first year of the reign of zedekiah, the king of judah. And blessed are all they who do hunger and thirst after righteousness, for they shall be filled with the holy ghost. Therefore i do make my record form the accounts which have been given by those who were before me, until the commencement of my day. The book of mormon commentary is a six book series that details every chapter and verse of the book of mormon teachings. Nibleys commentary on the book of mormon is based on transcriptions from classes taught by hugh nibley, and is published. Top, doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, 4. And it came to pass that after i had finished the ship, according to the word of the lord, my brethren beheld that it was good, and that the workmanship thereof was exceedingly fine. The compete book of mormon is contained within the series, so it is not necessary to switch back and forth between the commentary and the book of mormon. Analytical and contextual commentary on the book of mormon, 6 vols.

Discussions on the book of mormon 3 nephi 16, 2022 originally aired. Pattern and purpose of the isaiah commentaries in the book of mormon. In the words of the savior, that these things meaning the gospel as recorded in the book of mormon might come forth from them the gentiles in america who. In this chart the old testament passages quoted by jesus are listed in the left column, with corresponding book of mormon references listed on the righthand. Only deep and wellfounded faith can abide this sort of selfcriticism. A mighty one will be among your descendants, and will work mighty wonders in bringing about a restoration. Olsen lehis dream as a template for understanding each act of nephi s vision, by amy eastonflake getting through isaiah with the help of the nephite prophetic worldview, by john w. These classic words of nephi made lehi exceedingly glad 3. Nibleys commentary on the book of mormon is based on. My emphasis will be on doctrinal and historical items, with citations provided to other sources and commentaries when used. Jesus among the nephites book of mormon commentary, divine ministry, the first gospel. Knowhys knowhys on 1 nephi 8 knowhys on 1 nephi 9 knowhys on 1 nephi 10. For example, jesus identified lehis descendants as those who, in the last days, will go among the gentiles as a lion among the beasts of the forest micah 5.

And helaman was the son of helaman, who was the son of alma. Lehi and his wife sariah, and his four sons, being called, beginning at the eldest laman, lemuel, sam, and nephi. It is not sponsored or endorsed by either the maxwell institute or. When christ appeared to the nephites, his first words were, i am jesus christ. Come follow me book of mormon 2020 book of mormon central. It testifies of jesus christ, his prophets, and the doctrines of salvation. Fair study aidsbook of mormon resources by chapter and verse3 nephi. Isaiah had been important to book of mormon writers from the very beginning, being quoted by nephi, jacob, abinadi, and others. Because of secret combinations and pride in their own learning and wisdom, many latterday gentiles would stumble and deny the power of god. Dec 04, 2009 268 videos play all the book of mormon audio full michael dinkelman for such a time as this duration. Nephi makes plates of ore and records the history of his peoplethe god of israel will come six hundred years from the time lehi left jerusalem nephi tells of his sufferings and crucifixionthe jews will be despised and scattered until the latter days, when they will return unto the lord. Behold, my a time is at hand 2 i a perceive that ye are weak, that ye cannot b understand all my words which i am commanded of the father to speak unto you at this time. Book of mormon commentary is titled i nephi wrote this record.

A comprehensive commentary of the first book of nephi. A comprehensive commentary of the book of 3 nephi book of. The blessed statements, or beatitudes, which open the sermon are not so sterile of context in 3 nephi as. Best of book of mormon commentary list scripture notes. Contextual and analytical commentary on the book of mormon, 6.

Finally, 3 nephi ends with mormon describing the book of mormon s role in the latterday gathering of israel and the lord through mormon warning the gentiles in the latter days to repent and turn unto him. Latterday commentary on the book of mormon compiled by k. Mormon intended the writings in 3 nephi for two groups. He found that it has nothing to do with masonry and insteadsince flax is a very thin material, it makes for a very apt. From nephi s teachings to moronis final messagecontained in moroni 10 and on the title pagethe authors of the book of mormon indicated that their purpose was to the convincing of the jew and gentile that jesus is. Apr 04, 2014 in similar language in 2 nephi 31, nephi described what he called the doctrine of christ. Third nephi the book of nephi the son of nephi, who was the son of helaman. No painter, no matter how much of an artist he is, can make a genuine rembrandt. Religious studies center, brigham young university, 1992. The following year, a tremendous storm of unprecedented magnitude strikes the land. Learn about the book of mormon with verse by verse commentaries from renowned book of mormon scholars like john w. Jacob, a book of mormon prophet, warns his people to stop being prideful and persecuting their brethren. Oct 17, 2016 see also book of mormon central, why did jesus deliver a version of the sermon on the mount at the temple in bountiful. As nephi prophetically described the latter days, he witnessed the tactics satan would use to subtly and carefully ensnare his victims.

The original translation of the title did not include the word first. The book of nephi the son of nephi, who was the son of helaman and helaman was the son of helaman, who was the son of alma, who was the son of alma, being a descendant of nephi who was the son of lehi, who came out of jerusalem in the first year of the reign of zedekiah, the king of judah. Sperry, what the book of mormon is concluded maxwell. Here you can find videos, knowhys, and commentaries relating to each weeks come follow me lesson. Second, book of mormon peoples should be expected to act and behave just as real people have throughout history. In 2020 the church of jesus christ of latterday saints is using the book of mormon for its course of study. Book of mormon peoples, unsurprisingly, acted like real people. How does the book of mormon compare with ancient egyptian and greek texts that were written as guides for faith adherents of their respective sacred traditions. Lamanites and memory in the book of mormon religious educator 1 nephi 3. Supplement your study of 2020s book of mormon come follow me curriculum with resources from book of mormon central. While abridging nephis record, mormon also included his own commentary and testimony see 3. And there shall rise up one mighty among them, who shall do much good, both in word and in deed, being an instrument in the hands of god, with exceeding faith, to work mighty wonders, and do that thing which is great in the sight of god, unto the bringing to pass much. Isaiah saw the redeemer, even as nephi and jacob had seen the redeemer v2 3. Now is the time for her to come forth and assume the dignity and power that were once hers.

Davis, pattern and purpose of the isaiah commentaries in the book of mormon. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints 638,349 views. Invite the class to follow along, looking for what the coming forth of these things. This suggests that most of us could benefit by some. Gospel doctrine prep lesson 40, 3 nephi 16, 2021 then will i. The beatitude in the new testament that reads blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness sake. Sperry, some problems of interest relating to the brass plates maxwell institute 1 nephi 3.

The savior gave unprecedented endorsement of a specific prophet when he said great are the words of isaiah 3 nephi 23. And blessed are all they who are persecuted for my names sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Although read most often, it is doubtful that it and the following verses are the ones people tend t. Lehis party does not arrive in the new world until 1 nephi 18. Ezra taft benson it is clear that 3 nephi contains some of the most moving and powerful passages in all scripture.

It is not sponsored or endorsed by either the maxwell institute or brigham young university, and. Olsen lehis dream as a template for understanding each act of nephis vision, by amy eastonflake getting through isaiah with the help of the nephite prophetic worldview, by john w. When christ appeared to the nephites, his first words were, i am jesus christ, whom the prophets testified shall come into the world 3 nephi 11. The plain and more accessible writings of nephi, jacob, abinadi, and christ act as keys to illuminate isaiah, and the writings of isaiah in turn act as a key to fully unlock the profound nature of book of mormon prophetic thought. Read this weeks knowhy connected with the come follow me curriculum, and watch a video elucidating an insight in.

Jan 03, 2017 book of mormon commentary 3 nephi 28 3 it is significant to note that when the protection from such transcendent glory was relaxed, that moses was left weak and near helpless. Why has 3 nephi been called the focal point, the supreme. Fair study aidsbook of mormon resources by chapter and verse3. Jacob teaches about pride and chastity jacob 23 book. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading book of mormon commentary. Comparison of 1 nephi 1114 and 2 nephi 2530 the centrality of nephi s vision, by steven l. Helaman through 3 nephi 8, according to thy word, edited by monte s. Yet, there were instances of nineteenthcentury word usage and syntactic issues that i thought a commentary might help to clarify. Fair study aidsbook of mormon resources by chapter and verse.

Within the pages are the actual book of mormon verses, so it is not necessary to switch back and forth between books in order to cross reference the commentary with the book of mormon. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading verse by verse. I see this as a real strength of the book of mormon and, by extension, a strength of the entire mormon approach to faith and belief. The saviors missionary training sermon in 3 nephi religious. The last full isaiah chapters quoted in the book of mormon that discuss the restoration of the house of israel are isaiah 52 and 54. However, the hints in johns gospel suggest otherwise. Holland said of this moment, that appearance and that declaration constituted the focal point, the supreme moment, in the entire history of the book of mormon. Later in his visit to the book of mormon people, the lord repeated these same principles and labeled them my gospel. Naturally it is read with varying degrees of understanding. Jesus among the nephites kindle edition by monte s.

Maxwell institute for religious scholarship and nibley llc. These two chapters are accompanied by a lengthy and detailed commentary by the lord himself in 3 nephi 16 and 20 to 22. As the keystone of our religion, in joseph smiths words, the book of mormon is high priority reading. Before we begin 3 nephi 20, it is helpful to remember the major. Nibleys commentary on the book of mormon is based on transcriptions from classes taught by hugh nibley, and is published with the permission of the neal a. Kelly, skinner, andrew c download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Some have argued that the reference to the flaxen cord is an allusion to free masonry.