It would be understandable that he might be feeling anger towards them. Sincerest apologies for not posting yesterday. I now can see that my Bishops and Stake Presidents and other fellow Saints are not perfect, or nearly so, on their own steam; they have just learned to trust in the Lord and His redeeming sacrifice and plan. Lesson 23: The Scattering and Gathering of Israel; Chapter 44: 3 Nephi 20–22; Chapter 19: Mosiah 4–8; Chapter 3: 1 Nephi 6–11; The Centrality of Nephi's Vision ; Subscribe. "Nephi’s older brothers are angry with him and desire to kill him. I look forward to a day in the Kingdom, when Nephi-like candor will liberate us all to better understand the Atonement and allow us to individually learn to trust in the true and living God as Nephi did. Why am I angry because of mine enemy? Nephi would know that those kind of feelings if not harnessed would drive the Spirit from him. 2 Nephi 10. The third step is found in verse 20 where he begins to count his blessings. Wilt thou not place a stumbling block in my way, but that thou wouldst clear my way before me and hedge not up my way but the ways of mine enemy. [See the commentary on 1 Nephi 6:4] 2 Nephi 8:15 The Lord of Hosts Is My Name: Jeff Lindsay notes that the issue of Isaiah variants in the Book of Mormon is a complex and interesting topic. 2 Nephi 11. [Between 600 and 592 B.C.] Scripture Mastery. 2 Nephi 30:3 And now I would prophesy somewhat more concerning the Jews and the Gentiles. Second Nephi 2:11 states, “For it must needs be, that there is an opposition in all things. 2 Nephi 5. KnoWhys KnoWhys on 2 Nephi 1 KnoWhys on 2 Nephi 2 KnoWhys on 2 Nephi 3 KnoWhys on 2 Nephi 4 KnoWhys on 2 Nephi 5 Recommended Resources Learn about the Book of Mormon with verse by verse commentaries from renowned Book of Mormon scholars like John W. Welch and Brant A. Gardner in the ScripturePlus app. An account of the death of Lehi. bookofmormon, latter-daysaints, scriptures. I had the grandest time. In the last days, the Lord shall comfort Zion and gather Israel—The redeemed shall come to Zion amid great joy—Compare Isaiah 51 and 52:1-2. Salt Lake City: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2009. Contents. Menu. Search. 1 Nephi. I so much appreciate Nephi's candor. Giving Thanks7. The fourth step occurs in verses 26 and 27 when he asks himself important questions about his problem. In verse 31, he asks the Lord for help (step seven); and in verse 34 (or step eight) he puts his trust in the Lord for everything. 1 And now, I, Nephi, speak concerning the prophecies of which my father hath spoken, … 1 Nephi 2:5. Nephi didn't have to expose all of the gory details of his weakness to let us know, very plainly, that trusting in God, far exceeded trusting in the arm of the flesh. 2 Nephi 4:9 and he spake unto them, saying: Behold, my sons and my daughters which are the sons and the daughters of my second son, behold, I leave unto you the same blessing which I left unto the sons and daughters of Laman; wherefore thou shalt not utterly be destroyed, but in the end thy seed shall be blessed. No longer droop in sin. Search for: Book of Mormon Study Notes. Behold, my voice shall forever ascend up unto thee, my rock and mine everlasting God. Nevertheless I know in whom I have trusted. Lehi counsels and blesses his posterity—He dies and is buried—Nephi glories in the goodness of God—Nephi puts his trust in the Lord forever. Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it. I so much appreciate Nephi's candor. Read 2 Nephi Chapter 30 from the story My Book of Mormon Series by tpkfanfiction with 4 reads. And thou shalt be even like unto thy brother, and thy seed like unto his seed. Here it seems to come as a result of soul searching; a circumstance more common to most of us. Introduction and Witnesses. 2 Nephi. KnoWhy #362. Yea, my voice have I sent up on high, and angels came down and ministered unto me. Most of my life I have considered myself to be an inferior form of humanity. Nephi was frustrated, not only with them but also with his own response to them (2 Nephi 4:27, 29). We'll begin again when we're finished. We each came up with our own mission statement and personally went through all the succeeding steps. Mosiah 4:1 And now it ... for the fear of the Lord had come upon them. It was first published in March 1830 by Joseph Smith as The Book of Mormon: An Account Written by the Hand of Mormon upon Plates Taken from the Plates of Nephi. September 7, 2017. 2, p. 51] [See the commentary on Mosiah 4:4] 2 Nephi 1:30 And I Know That Thou [Zoram] Art a True Friend unto My Son, Nephi, Forever: In 2 Nephi 1-4, the prophet Lehi is pronouncing upon the heads of his children certain covenant blessings. The Second Book of Nephi. Quizlet flashcards, … I had the grandest time. Purpose Nephi's purpose… Book of Mormon; Introduction Preface 1 Nephi ... Chapter 4. 2 Nephi 4:21 He hath filled me with his love, even unto the consuming of my flesh. How often I have felt like a wretched man. 2 Nephi 4:15 Upon These [Small Plates] I Write . Yea, why should I give way to temptations, that the evil one have place in my heart to destroy my peace and afflict my soul? Asking for the Lord's Help8. 2 Nephi 4:34 O Lord, I have trusted in thee, and I will trust in thee forever. 2 Nephi 4:19 And when I desire to rejoice, my heart groaneth because of my sins. In 2Nephi Chapters 25-29 What are some specific things these chapters teach us about the work of God in the Latter-days? Before their flight, Nephi's father prophesied the impending destruction and captivity of Jerusalem by the armies of Babylon. 2 Nephi 1:1-2 He Shall Consecrate Thine Afflictions for Thy Gain (2/4/2015) 2 Nephi 1:5 A Land of Promise (2/2/2015) 2 Nephi 1:21 Arise From the Dust, My Sons, and Be Men (2/2/2015) 2 Nephi 4:23 Behold, he hath heard my cry by day, and he hath given me knowledge by visions in the nighttime. Therefore I will lift up my voice unto thee, yea, I will cry unto thee, my God, the rock of my righteousness. Many of the Scriptures Which are Engraven upon the Plates of Brass: Readers of the Book of Mormon should note here in 2 Nephi 4:15 that Nephi lets the reader know of his intention to inscribe on the small plates "many of the scriptures which are engraven upon the plates of brass. 2 Nephi 4:24 And by day have I waxed bold in mighty prayer before him. Nephi’s brethren rebel against him. Bytheway goes chapter by chapter, helping the reader understand cultural references, symbolic language, and the overall message of the selections of Isaiah’s writings that are referenced in 2 Nephi. Chapter 1 Again, those steps in order are:1. And while they were yet weary, a fresh army of the Lamanites did come upon them. The Book of Mormon prophets refer to this great event in many more passages. Do not slacken my strength because of mine afflictions. In his willingness to make his imperfection manifest he affords us a rare glimpse at the Atonement and it's purpose and power. According to the Book of Mormon, Lehi (/ ˈ l iː h aɪ / LEE-hy) was a prophet who lived in Jerusalem during the reign of king Zedekiah (approximately 600 BC). And he left his house and the land of his inheritance and his gold and his silver and his precious things and took nothing with him save it were his family and provisions and tents, and he departed into the wilderness. 2 Nephi 3. Preface 1 Nephi Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 ... 1 Nephi 8:2 And it came to pass that while my father tarried in the wilderness, he spake unto us, saying: Behold, I have dreamed a dream, or in other words, I have seen a vision. Clearly Nephi wasn't perfect, none of us are. Despite being one of the shining bastions of stalwart faithfulness in the Book of Mormon, Nephi gives us a touching dose of his reality when he notes his own shortcomings. Counting Blessings4. Search in book: Search. In this chapter, we learn the power of gratitude. Yea, my heart sorroweth because of my flesh. Apparently Zenos, another Old Testament prophet, foretold the same things as did Malachi (1 Nephi 2:15, 24). About A.D. 35–321. Early Mormons found these chapters, which will be the focus of this study, brimming with prophetic meaning for their day. Chapter 1; Chapter 2; Chapter 3; Chapter 4; Chapter 5 It is remarkable how different the feeling is when Nephi begins using the pronoun "He".20 My God hath been my support; he hath led me through mine afflictions in the wilderness;(broken bow) and he hath preserved me upon the waters of the great deep. 2 Nephi 4:17 Nevertheless—​notwithstanding the great goodness of the Lord in shewing me his great and marvelous works—​my heart exclaimeth: O wretched man that I am! Chapter . 2 Nephi 17. 2 Nephi 4. Fourth Nephi covers the nearly 200 years of unity and harmony following Jesus Christ’s visit to the Americas. 20 My God hath been my support; he hath led me through mine afflictions in the wilderness;(broken bow) and he hath preserved me upon the waters of the great deep. 2 Nephi 4:6 Wherefore if ye are cursed, behold, I leave my blessing upon you, that the cursing may … . History Talk (0) Share. (7) Rebellions and Murmurings Are Rehearsed: Lehi rehearses his peoples rebellions and murmurings, particularly against both him and Nephi during their ocean crossing (see 2 Nephi 1:2, 24-26). 2 Nephi 8. Skip to content. Determination to Change5. My soul grieveth because of mine iniquities. Much of that misinterpretation of others and their ability came because of my own personal paradigm:  I must save myself. 2 Nephi 4:27 And why should I yield to sin because of my flesh? 1 Nephi 1; 1 Nephi 2; 1 Nephi 3; 1 Nephi 4; 1 Nephi 5; 1 Nephi 6; 1 Nephi 7; 1 Nephi 8; 1 Nephi 9; 1 Nephi 10; 1 Nephi 11; 1 Nephi 12; 1 Nephi 13; 1 Nephi 14; 1 Nephi 15; 1 Nephi 16; 1 Nephi 17; 1 Nephi 18; 1 Nephi 19; 1 Nephi 20; 1 Nephi 21; 1 Nephi 22; 2 Nephi. For my soul delighteth in the scriptures, and my heart pondereth them and writeth them for the learning and the profit of my children. None of us think of him as a wretched man, but clearly that is how he felt. I love the Psalm of Nephi found in this chapter. Setting After his father died, Nephi's relationship with his oldest brothers, Laman and Lemuel deteriorated. 2 Nephi 4:1 And now I Nephi speak concerning the prophecies of which my father hath spoken concerning Joseph, who was carried into Egypt. Lehi explains that Jerusalem will be destroyed, and he bestows a general curse and blessing upon Jerusalem. And inasmuch as ye will not keep my commandments, ye shall be cut off from my presence. Nephi's experience was such a blessing to me a year ago and so if the lesson I learned will benefit anyone else...I mention it here.13 And it came to pass that not many days after his death, Laman and Lemuel and the sons of Ishmael were angry with me because of the admonitions of the Lord.I wonder if Nephi's turmoil of soul was due to the fact that he was a bit weary and worn by years of being judged by Laman and Lemuel. Verses 2-4 and 12 deal with the loss of power of the mighty men of Jerusalem. Mormon 4:2 And it came to pass that the armies of the Nephites were driven back again to the land of Desolation. Setting After his father died, Nephi's relationship with his oldest brothers, Laman and Lemuel deteriorated. Scripture Mastery. Thus saith the LORD; Cursed be the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD. 1 Nephi 1; 1 Nephi 2; 1 Nephi 3; 1 Nephi 4; 1 Nephi 5; 1 Nephi 6; 1 Nephi 7; 1 Nephi 8; 1 Nephi 9; 1 Nephi 10; 1 Nephi 11; 1 Nephi 12; 1 Nephi 13; 1 Nephi 14; 1 Nephi 15; 1 Nephi 16; 1 Nephi 17; 1 Nephi 18; 1 Nephi 19; 1 Nephi 20; 1 Nephi 21; 1 Nephi 22; 2 Nephi. 2 Nephi 4:28 Awake, my soul ! 28 Awake, my soul! If you arrive here after we've started, you're welcome to catch-up or take-up right where we are. ... 1 Nephi 2:2. Adhering to the text on the Brass Plates of Laban, Nephi quotes directly from Isaiah 2:2–4 (2 Ne. Beginning with verse 17 of chapter 4 Nephi we see a lot of "I" and "me". 2 Nephi. Rejoice, O my heart, and give place no more for the enemy of my soul. No longer droop in sin! Sincerest apologies for not posting yesterday. 2nd Nephi, Chapter 4 The Psalm of Nephi is a sobering example of how even a prophet can be beset by challenges in life. He hath led me through mine afflictions in the wilderness, and he hath preserved me upon the waters of the great deep. 2 Nephi 4:13 And it came to pass that not many days after his death, Laman and Lemuel and the sons of Ishmael were angry with me because of the admonitions of the Lord. 2 Nephi 4:7 Wherefore because of my blessing the Lord God will not suffer that ye shall perish; wherefore he will be merciful unto you and unto your seed forever. 2 Nephi 4:16 Behold, my soul delighteth in the things of the Lord, and my heart pondereth continually upon the things which I have seen and heard. But behold, their anger did increase against me, insomuch that they did … . Springville, UT: Book of Mormon … Why Does Zion Flourish in the Wilderness? verse 1 "I, Nephi, speak concerning the prophecies . 2 Nephi 4:25 And upon the wings of his Spirit hath my body been carried away up on exceeding high mountains; and mine eyes hath beheld great things—​yea, even too great for man—​therefore I was bidden that I should not write them. Rejoice, O my heart, and give place no more for the enemy of my soul. 2 Nephi 13. 2 Nephi 4. This chapter illustrates a typical example of the so-called prosperity-pride-destruction cycle repeatedly manifest in the Book of Mormon (see the commentary for Jacob 2:14). 1. 2 Nephi - Book of Mormon Chapter Summaries study guide by scottfreedland includes 36 questions covering vocabulary, terms and more. The Lord warns Nephi, a Book of Mormon prophet, and his people to leave. . 2 Nephi 16. Read this week's KnoWhy connected with the Come Follow Me curriculum, and The Lord warns Nephi, a Book of Mormon prophet, and his people to leave. More like this. Chapter 4. First and Second were added to the titles of The Books of Nephi by Oliver Cowdery when preparing the book for printing. 2 Nephi 4:10 And it came to pass that when my father had made an end of speaking unto them, behold, it came to pass that he spake unto the sons of Ishmael, yea, and even all his household. Chapter 4 Behold, it came to pass that I, Nephi, did cry much unto the Lord my God because of the anger of my brethren. They had never been very receptive to his admonitions, but now, their anger was increasing (2 Nephi 4:13). Nephi also paraphrased Malachi 4:2 in 2 Nephi 26:9. Wilt thou make my path straight before me! 2 Nephi 4:20 My God hath been my support. Edit. 2 Nephi 4:31 O Lord, wilt thou redeem my soul! 1 Nephi 14:5 And it came to pass that the angel spake unto me Nephi, saying: Thou hast beheld that if the Gentiles repent, it … About 600–592 B.C. O Lord, wilt thou not shut the gates of thy righteousness before me, that I may walk in the path of the low valley, that I may be strict in the plain road. mormon, scriptures, bookofmormon. (bound by his brothers) In some ways very long years for NephiBeginning with verse 17 of chapter 4 Nephi we see a lot of "I" and "me". Summary of 2 Nephi Lehi opens Second Nephi with his prophecies concerning the future of his posterity. 2 Nephi 4:6 Wherefore if ye are cursed, behold, I leave my blessing upon you, that the cursing may be taken from you and be answered upon the heads of your parents. Apply. "Nephi’s older brothers are angry with him and desire to kill him. scriptures, mormon, bookofmormon. One being verse 6 "Wherefore, if ye are a cursed , behold, I leave my blessing upon you, that the b cursing may be taken from you and be answered upon the c heads of your parents" Lehi is talking to the children of Laman and Lemuel,… 2 Nephi 6. 2 Nephi 4:15 And upon these I write the things of my soul and many of the scriptures which are engraven upon the plates of brass. 2 Nephi 4:32 May the gates of hell be shut continually before me because that my heart is broken and my spirit is contrite. Wilt thou make me that I may shake at the appearance of sin? Wilt thou deliver me out of the hands of mine enemies! 2 Nephi 4:33 O Lord, wilt thou encircle me around in the robe of thy righteousness! 2 Nephi 12. The Second Book of Nephi (/ ˈ n iː f aɪ /), usually referred to as Second Nephi or 2 Nephi, is the second book of the Book of Mormon.The original translation of the title did not include the word "second". Yea, why should I give way to temptations, that the evil one have place in my heart to destroy my peace and afflict my soul? Bytheway goes chapter by chapter, helping the reader understand cultural references, symbolic language, and the overall message of the selections of Isaiah’s writings that are referenced in 2 Nephi. Before you feel insulted by the book’s title, just hear me out. Contents. The act becomes the great symbol of the power of the God of Israel. KnoWhy #52. Book of Mormon, First Nephi, 4. 2 Nephi 4:14 For I Nephi was constrained to speak unto them according to the word, for I had spake many things unto them, and also my father before his death, many of which sayings are written upon mine other plates, for a more history part are written upon mine other plates. 1 Nephi 2:4 And it came to pass that he departed into the wilderness. Not that I think it matters; as the beautiful lessons we've been taught in this discussion have been wonderful. I know it is almost impossible to go forward when anger is present. For behold, I know that if ye are brought up in the right way that ye should go, ye will not depart from it. ... Chapter 2. I will not put my trust in the arm of flesh, for I know that cursed is he that putteth his trust in the arm of flesh. 2 Nephi 4:12 And it came to pass that after Lehi had spake unto all his household according to the feelings of his heart and the Spirit of the Lord which was in him, he waxed old. Asking Questions6. 1 Nephi 14:4 For behold, this is according to the captivity of the devil, and also according to the justice of God, upon all those who will work wickedness and abomination before him. 1 And now, I, Nephi, speak concerning the prophecies of which my father hath spoken, concerning Joseph, who was carried into Egypt. AWitness4JesusChrist (Michael Corbett) 8,123 views. Also, within this chapter can be found eight steps for solving any problem. First and Second were added to the titles of The Books of Nephi by Oliver Cowdery when preparing the book for printing. 2 Nephi 15. Read 2 Nephi Chapter 5 from the story My Book of Mormon Series by tpkfanfiction with 15 reads. ). The Nephites and the Lamanites are all converted unto the Lord—They have all things in common, work miracles, and prosper in the land—After two centuries, divisions, evils, false churches, and persecutions arise—After three hundred years, both the Nephites and the Lamanites are wicked—Ammaron hides up the sacred records. For a more complete elaboration of this theme see 2 Nephi 1:7 ; 2 Nephi 1:9-10 . Nephi slays Laban at the Lord’s command and then secures the plates of brass by stratagem—Zoram chooses to join Lehi’s family in the wilderness. . The Book of Mormon is a sacred text of the Latter Day Saint movement, which, according to Latter Day Saint theology, contains writings of ancient prophets who lived on the American continent from approximately 2200 BC to AD 421. ... We build enduring faith in Jesus Christ by making the Book of Mormon accessible, comprehensible, and defensible to the entire world. I'm not calling for members to air their dirty laundry. Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Chapter 9 Chapter 10 Chapter 11 Chapter 12 Chapter 13 Chapter 14 Chapter 15 Chapter 16 Chapter 17 Chapter 18 Chapter 19 Chapter 20 Chapter 21 Chapter 22 Chapter 23 Chapter 24 Chapter 25 Chapter 26 Chapter 27 Chapter… Skip to content. The Second Book of Nephi (/ ˈ n iː f aɪ /), usually referred to as Second Nephi or 2 Nephi, is the second book of the Book of Mormon.The original translation of the title did not include the word "second". 2 Nephi 1. His journeyings in the wilderness, and so forth. 2 Nephi 14. Why am I angry because of mine enemy? I am curious if Nephi is giving a glimpse into what his sin was? The word “virtuous” appears three times in the King James Version of the Old Testament, always as a translation of the Hebrew word chayil (חַיִל). 1 Nephi Chapter 3 | Book Home | Next: 1 Nephi Chapter 5. Mosiah 4: 30 30 But this much I can tell you, that if ye do not watch yourselves, and your thoughts, and your words, and your deeds, and observe the commandments of God, and continue in the faith of what ye have heard concerning the coming of our Lord, even unto the end of your lives, ye must perish. BOOK OF MORMON AUDIO LINK http://lds.org/scriptures/bofm?lang=eng http://ComeUntoChrist.org http://ChurchofJesusChrist.org Trusting the LordIn a previous Book of Mormon class, our entire class went through this process. 8:52. Anger is very consuming if not checked. Chapter Eight . 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