For i, the lord god, delight in the chastity of women. May 11, 2008 in the front matter to the published book of mormon there is a onepage outline titled a brief explanation about the book of mormon. Jan 02, 2012 of it is used thirtyone times in the book of mormon, twentyfour of those referring to physical wounds. The isaiah passages in the book of mormon occur within a very interesting lexical or contextual pattern. The following is an appropriate tribute to this great book of mormon prophet jacob.
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. Click here for general teachings about the book of mormon. See chris conkling, the gentle power of jacob, ensign, february 1992, p. Sherem denies christ, contends with jacob, demands a sign, and is smitten of godall of the prophets have spoken of christ and his atonementthe nephites lived out their days as wanderers, born in tribulation, and hated by the lamanites. Then it moves to a powerful discussion of christs mission, particularly on the saving power of the infinite atonement see 2 ne. Read this weeks knowhy connected with the come follow me curriculum, and watch a video elucidating an insight in this weeks scripture reading. Included are helps for all ages from young children to adults. Analytical and contextual commentary on the book of mormon, 6 vols. As verse 62 declares the work must accelerate this last time, for behold the end draweth high, and this is for the last time that i shall prune my vineyard. The commentary is insightful and we learned many new and interesting thingspoints about most every section. Jacob through words of mormon, to learn with joy sherem denied the need for christ, used flattery, and accused leaders of teaching false doctrine. Every student of the book of mormon is sure to treasure the provocative and inspiring historical, biographical, philological, and archaeological research of elder reynolds and elder sjodahl, two eminently articulate and informed church scholars and writers.
Its interesting to note what jacob writes about and then what really happens. His mission and his message, in the book of mormon. Jacob through mosiah joseph fielding mcconkie and robert l. Pattern and purpose of the isaiah commentaries in the book of. This weeks episode is 2 nephi 610, jacob teaches of the atonement of jesus christ. Some antilds critics of the book of mormon have raised the question as to how jacob could possibly have used such a word as adieu when this word clearly comes from the french language, which was not developed until hundreds of years after the time of jacob. The set is sequential and the author has done a fantastic job of referencing prophet and. Jacobs commentary in 2 nephi 9 opens with a discussion of the gathering of israel in the last days. The atonement is the first theme of redemption that he addresses expressly in 9. Jacob is the author of the book of jacob in the book of mormon. A second reason for the duplication is that the book of mormon isaiah text comes complete with a number of specific commentaries, an advantage that the biblical text of isaiah does not have. According to richardson, richardson and bentley, the closing word in the book of jacob adieu jacob 7.
Using only the text of the book of mormon as the narration, get a glimpse of the fatherson relationship between mormon and moroni, as they strive to pass the plates along so we today can cherish the book of mormon. The servants of the last days are called to perform a mighty work. The allegory of the olive tree jacob 56 in response to the question, how can people who have rejected the truth. God does not approve of polygamy, and it should only be instituted when it is specifically commanded by god. In addition to inviting nephis illuminating commentary, the book of mormon text of isaiah 48 fulfills the other purpose mentioned earlier by correcting two major errors that appeared in later biblical manuscripts and that were carried over into the king james version of isaiah. The parable of zenos, recorded by jacob in chapter five of his book, is one of the greatest parables ever recorded. As you can see from the sample, the format is a segment of scripture, such as a chapter, followed by commentary and cross references. It represents the commentary following the text introducing the phrase skin of. Nov 22, 2019 every friday until the end of the year, the church is releasing another episode in the book of mormon videos series. Wherefore, my brethren, hear me, and hearken to the word of the lord.
Jacob, enos, amulek, mormon, nephi who preceded christ and king benjamin have all spoken plainly when they taught the people. Jul 30, 2007 doctrinal commentary on the book of mormon, v2. Below is the introduction to what will be an ongoing personal chapterbychapter commentary on the book of mormon, starting with 1st nephi. My emphasis will be on doctrinal and historical items, with citations provided to other sources and commentaries when used.
Enos mission, though not fruitful in his own time, has proved beneficial to the nephite and lamanite posterity of today in the form of his short but vital message in the book of mormon. And i think this is one of the greatest passages in the book of mormon. His mission and his message religious studies center. But, wo, wo, unto you that are not pure in heart, that are filthy this day before god. The first six chapters of helaman were kept by helaman and warn us of the secret combinations that do and will exist in the latter days. He teaches his people to seek first the kingdom of god and calls the men of his people to. Though english is a germanic language, it adopted many french words, beginning.
That outline identifies four sets of plates referred to in the narrative, not all of which are referred to in the text of the book of mormon by the titles given in that outline. If god shall smite thee, let that be a sign unto thee that he has power, both in heaven and in earth. A book of mormon commentary that is thorough and comprehensive. It is not sponsored or endorsed by either the maxwell institute or brigham young university, and. Book of mormon commentary jacob 7 page 3 of 5 the atonement of the master is the central point of world history. And many of the other prophets have also used plainness when teaching the gospel search the online book of. Jacob 5 7 march 1622 study and teaching helps for all ages. Such critics evidently overlook the fact that the book of mormon is translation. Learn about the book of mormon with verse by verse commentaries from renowned book of mormon scholars like john w.
One possible interpretation of this allegory is given here. Romney, in conference report, october 1953, 34 jacob 7. Finding doctrine and meaning in book of mormon isaiah. Even though we may appear at first to be unresponsive to his invitations, he doesnt give up on us. This cry from the dust witnesses of the divinity of jesus christ to us today. It represents the commentary following the text introducing the phrase skin of blackness and analyzes the. Pray for your own confirmation and revelation as you read these thoughts. Comparison of 1 nephi 1114 and 2 nephi 2530 the centrality of nephis vision, by steven l. In their commentary, they give glimpses and insight into a wonderful world. This printable kit will help you study and teach jacob 57.
Jacob 57 march 1622 study and teaching helps for all ages. We know that the book of mormon was written and prepared for us in our day. Maxwell institute for religious scholarship and nibley llc. However, the fact that jacob ends his book with the french word adieu, has actually become another evidence for the truthfulness of the book of mormon. 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. Lds institute book of mormon student manual pdf version. Nephi, jacob, and mormon felt so strongly about isaiahs teachings that they included significant portions of his writings on the plates. Every friday until the end of the year, the church is releasing another episode in the book of mormon videos series. A complete identification of all chapters and verses of isaiah quoted in the book of mormon along with an analysis of each verse is found in monte s. Joseph smith could only have translated this by the power of god. Book of mormon central teamed up with artist katie payne to create a beautiful and engaging video called the plates of mormon.
The parable of zenos, recorded by jacob in chapter five of his book, is one of the greatest parables ever. Jacob speaks of the words of isaiah for the sake of the people. Jacob 7 introduces the first antichrist in the book of mormon see commentary for alma 30. This parable in and of itself stamps the book of mormon with convincing truth. The allegory of the olive tree the house of israe jacob stands up to sherem the antichrist free bonus. The authors are very knowledgeable and reliable in the things they share.
Jan 07, 2012 book of mormon commentary jacob 7 page 3 of 5 the atonement of the master is the central point of world history. Pattern and purpose of the isaiah commentaries in the book. No mortal man, without the inspiration of the lord, could have written such a parable. It is not surprising that the other seven uses, which apply to a wounded soul, are all from the writings of jacob. Jacob and his family eventually traveled to the americas via boat constructed by his brother, nephi. In the front matter to the published book of mormon there is a onepage outline titled a brief explanation about the book of mormon. March 1622 coincides with your come, follow me studies.
Since the nephites did not speak french which didnt even exist until centuries later, how can this be justified. A careful examination of the book of mormon to share some of my insights and revelations for those who are interested. This printable kit will help you study and teach jacob 5 7. Without it, the whole purpose for the creation of earth and our living upon it would fail. My husband and i read from it each night while studying the book of mormon. Jacobs marvelous chapter 9 is unsurpassed in the book of mormon or elsewhere. The quotes below were used in my video come, follow me jacob 57 an allegory is a literary, dramatic, or pictorial device in which each literal character, object, and event represents symbols illustrating an idea or moral or religious principle president joseph fielding smith. May 14, 2014 discussions on the book of mormon jacob. Some modern lds commentary including the chapter heading provided in the book of mormon for 2 nephi 15 identify the ensign as one that will gather israel in the last days. I have made an effort to add scripture references to each paragraph, when applicable, including chapter and verse. What are some of the powers of the atonement that jacob mentioned here.
And many of the other prophets have also used plainness when teaching the gospel search the online book of mormon for the word plain to see many references. Joseph smith translated the book of mormon into english. For there shall not any man among you have save it be one wife. Its really like a guided tour through the book of mormon. Jacob teaches about pride and chastity jacob 23 book of. No matter how many times you have read the book of mormon, take a few minutes at some convenient time and sit down and just read carefully every word in the fifth chapter of the book of jacob. Dec, 2019 jacob, a book of mormon prophet, warns his people to stop being prideful and persecuting their brethren. Sherem, like others who followed, used much power of speech and flattering words to teach that. Jacob, mosiah, abinadi, alma, samuel, mormon, moroni, and christ himself. In the book of mormon, many individuals and groups rebelled against the lord and his church. Jacob went on to be a righteous leader, and succeeded nephi as prophet to the nephites. Book of mormon commentary using a testimony of jesus christ.
The subject of the chapter is a story that the nephite prophet jacob relates, originally taught by zenos an old testament prophet mentioned only in the book of mormon. The explanation here of the allegory of the olive tree is one of the more useful chapters in the institute manual and is very helpful. Jacob v jacob 7 book of mormon study text mormons in. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read nibleys commentary on the book of mormon. Helaman chapters 7 through 12 are called the prophecy of helaman, the son of helaman, and inform. The following is an appropriate tribute to this great book of mormon prophetjacob.
Although enos words are few, his doctrine and commentary support other writers throughout the book of mormon and other scriptures. Commentary on the book of mormon ebook written by hugh w. Nyman, great are the words of isaiah 1980, and an indepth study of the book of mormon isaiah passages is found in donald w. 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.
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