What should we make of the root? According to Nephi, are we saved by grace or by works? Each little section is a separate prophecy. The Lord was telling Isaiah that he was forgiven of his sins and that he would receive divine assistance in his personal ordeals as he preached truth. (2 Nephi 17:14),” KnoWhy 40 (February 24, 2016). (2 Nephi 25:23),” KnoWhy 371 (October 10, 2017). Book of Mormon Onomasticon, “Shearjashub,” online at onoma.lib.byu.edu. Words of Mormon. But Nephi was living before all of this occurred. Of course, you can judge all you want, but you had better be sure that you are judging righteously, because whatever standard of judgment you use, that will be used to judge you. Who Are the Witnesses of Christ in 2 Nephi? Verse 9 says, “Give ear all ye of far countries.” This call indicates that the Lord will gather Israel again and bring back his people from wherever they may be in the world. I wonder if Isaiah saw himself being subjected to this type of ordeal. The plates were, in a way, his connection back to the holiness, the tradition, and the prophets. No wonder Nephi felt a strong desire to make sure that these things would come forth at a later time. . When approaching the question of how much the prophets of the Old Testament knew of the Savior’s life, consider Psalm 22. TG Israel, Bondage of, in Egypt; Israel, Bondage of, in Other Lands. There would be no other Messiah, “for there is save one Messiah spoken of by the prophets, and that Messiah is he who should be rejected of the Jews.” Nephi must have been aware that some people wondered how many Messiahs there would be. Why Is the Book of Mormon So Focused on Jesus Christ? Why Did Moroni Quote Isaiah 11 to Joseph Smith? Nephi gives several reasons for quoting Isaiah again, this time for 13 chapters (adding to his three other chapters in 1 Nephi 20-21 and 2 Nephi 27; others who quoted Isaiah in the Book of Mormon are Jacob, Abinadi, Moroni, and Jesus Christ). His main tool was speech. Reference Guide to the Book of Mormon. After quoting from Isaiah 2–14 (2 Nephi 12–24), Nephi provided five additional chapters of his own interpretation of Isaiah. Why Must Christ’s True Church Be Called after His Name? The Lord setting his hand the second time to restore his people (v. 17) is a quotation from Isaiah 11:11 (2 Nephi 21:11). 20 And he shall snatch on the right hand and be hungry; and he shall eat on the left hand and they shall not be satisfied; they shall eat every man the flesh of his own arm— For we labor diligently to write, to persuade our children, and also our brethren, to believe in Christ, and to be reconciled to God; for we know that it is by grace that we are saved, after all we can do.2 Nephi 25… If the witness was hurt or injured during the ordeal, it was considered to be evidence that he was lying. 2 Nephi 19. Christ knew this Psalm and knew how it symbolized Him. (2 Nephi 15:21),” KnoWhy 48 (March 7, 2016). In the ancient world, the people greatly appreciated the importance of what we call “name theology.” We do not have quite the same appreciation today. About 559–545 B.C. After quoting thirteen consecutive chapters of Isaiah's writings in 2 Nephi 12-24 (Isaiah 2-14), Nephi begins to prophesy "in plainness." 2 Nephi 23. 31 Madmenah is removed; the inhabitants of Gebim gather themselves to flee. Elder Dallin H. Oaks referenced 2 Nephi 25:23 and the principle of grace, when he made the following comment in his April 1998 General Conference address entitled, “Have You Been Saved”: Some Christians accuse Latter-day Saints … of denying the grace of God through claiming they can earn their own salvation. No. Is not Hamath as Arpad? (2 Nephi 25:17),” KnoWhy 375 (October 24, 2017). “Reconciled” is not a very complicated word, but what does it mean “to be” reconciled? Nephi’s temple had an altar. Book of Mormon Central, “How Did God Call His Prophets in Ancient Times? He had very brief success against some of the cities north of Jerusalem as listed in verses 28-32 (Aiath, Migron, Michmash, Geba, Ramath, Gibeah, Gallim, Laish, Anathoth, Madmenah, Gebim). This Psalm was used in the temple (and remember, Isaiah was a temple priest and would have received his call to be a prophet in the temple). Nephi glories in plainness—Isaiah’s prophecies will be understood in the last days—The Jews will return from Babylon, crucify the Messiah, and be scattered and scourged—They will be restored when they believe in the Messiah—He will first come six hundred years after Lehi left Jerusalem—The Nephites keep the law of Moses and believe in Christ, who is the Holy One of Israel. If you are patient with both Nephi and Isaiah, there is no better guide to take you through Isaiah than Nephi. When Lehi was a young boy, there may have been people alive who remembered the Prophet Isaiah, just as there were still people alive in late pioneer Utah, in the early 1900s, who could tell children what it was like to listen to the Prophet Joseph Smith. These Isaiah chapters are difficult for anyone to understand, but for the Book of Mormon to give us such brilliant and insightful commentary on these very difficult chapters is a most useful element of the book and a great testimony of the Book of Mormon itself. So, in a way, every high priest under the Law of Moses was a “mashiach”—a messiah. It reminds me of Enoch’s doubts when he was called as prophet. It involved a lot of time, work, expense, and training. Nephi was well aware that Jesus would come down—the condescension of God—and that he would suffer and die. Isaiah did not sit down and write all of this in one sitting. Book of Mormon Central, “What are the Roots of Zenos’s Allegory in the Ancient World? 25–26), How long will they not understand? Donald W. Parry and John W. Welch (Provo, UT: FARMS, 1998), 19–45. 34 And he shall cut down the thickets of the forests with iron, and Lebanon shall fall by a mighty one. Read 2 Nephi 25:21-30, the first part of Nephi's message to the children of Lehi, and Bible Dictionary entry, "Grace." There may be an allusion to the Garden of Gethsemane and the press of the atonement in this allegory. Three days of darkness and death prevailed in Egypt. Possibly, the understanding of the Messiah’s name was something that came gradually and Nephi, Jacob, and all the subsequent Nephite prophets from this point forward knew him by his name, Jesus Christ. 16 Therefore shall the Lord, the Lord of Hosts, send among his fat ones, leanness; and under his glory he shall kindle a burning like the burning of a fire. Heavenly Visions and Prophetic Calls in Isaiah 6 (2 Nephi 16), the Book of Mormon, and the Revelation of John, The Throne-Theophany and Prophetic Commission in 1 Nephi: A Form-Critical Analysis, “Finding Doctrine and Meaning in the Book of Isaiah,”. The fundamental problem is hypocrisy, which is a form of dishonesty: pretending to believe in God, saying the right things and appearing to be religious when in fact, your heart isn’t in it. There is much symbolism in this passage. I doubt that they had charcoal briquettes or even coal. Part 1 (2 Nephi 25:26),” KnoWhy 349 (August 7, 2017); “Why Is the Book of Mormon So Focused on Jesus Christ? Isaiah’s concern with his unclean lips is then addressed: “Then flew one of the seraphim unto me, having a live coal in his hand.” This coal was some kind of a burning ember. Talk about enduring to the end! Nephi continued: “[T]he Lord God . 2 Nephi 10:6), The stay will be taken away from Judah; Jerusalem will be ruined; proud men and women will fall, “What could I have done more [for] my vineyard?” (v. 4); “my people are gone into captivity” (v. 13); the anger of the Lord is against his people, but he will still lift up an ensign for them (vv. What does it mean to “be reconciled” to God? Why Does the Book of Mormon Say We Must Worship God with Our Whole Soul. Names Used for Christ by Major Book of Mormon Authors. It appears that this prophecy is looking forward to the final millennial stage in Nephi’s world-view because chapter 21 introduces the lamb and the lion lying down together with each other. That is a plain statement. Why did the Jews at Jerusalem reject the Savior when he came in the meridian of time? This account is one of many references to the way in which the Lord does everything he possibly can for his vineyard. Gallim (2 Nephi 20:30) was the native place of Phalti, to whom Michal was given by Saul. Matthew was one of them. These were glorious, radiant beings. How Does Nephi Use Isaiah to Teach Us to Avoid Pride? We take our knowledge of Christ’s ministry on earth for granted because we have hindsight. Book of Mormon Central, “Can Textual Studies Help Readers Understand the Isaiah Chapters in 2 Nephi? He made it as productive as he could. Nephi explained his purpose and focus in life: “For we labor diligently to write, to persuade our children, and also our brethren, to believe in Christ, and to be reconciled to God.”. That tells us something more about Nephi, doesn’t it? In the early days of Christianity, Jews were the main group of people who converted. As mentioned in the Notes for the previous Come Follow Me lesson, Jacob also said something similar in 2 Nephi 10:24, “Reconcile yourselves to the will of God, . What made them wonder? And that turned out to be quite a lot for some of them. Donald W. Parry and John W. Welch (Provo, UT: FARMS, 1998), 156–164, esp. Nephi begins this long section, which he quotes from the book of Isaiah, by saying that his “soul delights in the words of Isaiah” (see also how Nephi repeats these words in 2 Nephi 25:5). If someone were to hang on a cross and say, “Come, come ye saints,” we would know that “no toil nor labor fear” was next. Regarding their hope of being cleansed from their past wicked, murderous and sinful behavior, they stated: [I]t has been all that we could do, (as we were the most lost of all mankind). In verse 2 we read, “And above [the throne] stood the Seraphim.” These were bright, burning beings, and it looked as though each one had six wings. Isaiah was stating that there would be a very unusual birth and this child would become the Mighty Counselor and the Prince of Peace. However, Isaiah’s prophecy indicated that this was going to be a special birth in some way. Book of Mormon Central, “How Does Nephi Help Us Understand Isaiah? The prophecy continues, stating that when the remnant return, it “shall be eaten, as a teil-tree, and as an oak whose substance is in them when they cast their leaves; the holy seed shall be the substance thereof.”. Where did Paul teach? Items in the BMC Archive are made publicly available for non-commercial, private use. 2 Nephi 24. It is an interesting warning that even though we do all the right things and we go through the right motions, if our lips and our thoughts are not pure, we will strongly feel shame in the presence of God. How many prophets in the scriptures tell you what they taught their children? The Lord may have explained to Isaiah the basic Plan of Salvation, his mission, what the Lord would do, and how it would be part of the ministry of Isaiah to declare at least part of this message to others. Dallin H. Oaks, “Have You Been Saved,” Ensign, April 1998, online at churchofjesuschrist.org. Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide. Isaiah was simply magnifying his calling as instructed by the Lord. From this remnant will come a “seed” or the promised Messiah, who will bring life back all-together (to all people). This is normally interpreted as “a virgin” but can also mean “a young girl.” In the ancient world, women married at a young age and would be young when they conceived. Usually, when we read these words in the accounts of Christ’s crucifixion in the Gospels, we think that it is the end of the story—that Jesus feels as though He has been completely abandoned and left alone. 4:12 (12–13); D&C 101:42. Verse 11 states, “And it shall come to pass in that day that the Lord shall set his hand again the second time to recover the remnant of his people.” The important words in this verse are “the second time.” There would be a gathering, as Nephi said, when a remnant of Israel would be brought back from the first exile in Babylon. We still keep the commandments—that is part of all we can do. Alma. 15 Shall the aax boast itself against him that heweth therewith? Psalm 22 begins, “My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?” You will recognize these as words that Jesus spoke from the cross. 2 Nephi 29. We know from some ancient Near Eastern texts that “trial by ordeal” was used in situations where it was difficult to determine if a witness was speaking truth during his testimony at trial. (2 Nephi 24:12),” KnoWhy 43 (February 29, 2016. He was very careful. No stone was left unturned by the Lord. Isaiah was active as a prophet of Judah living in Jerusalem from 740–701 BC. In 2 Nephi 25, Nephi prophesies of the fate of the Jews-their rejection of the Savior, their scatterings and scourgings, and their eventual repentance. Seeing Christ as the stem of Jesse has had a long and honorable tradition. The Book of Isaiah is somewhat of a scrapbook of seemingly disconnected revelations, like the Doctrine and Covenants. There will be a tithing, one tenth, or a remnant who will return to Jerusalem at a future time. He says that he will liken these words unto his own people and send them forth because Isaiah “verily saw my Redeemer, even as I have seen him, and my brother, Jacob, also has seen him as I have seen him.” This produces three witnesses: Isaiah, Nephi, and Jacob. . So is, “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” Very plain. It is important to understand that because of our faith, we become alive in Christ. However, the House of Israel would be scattered again because of the hardness of their hearts and their rejection of Jesus. (2 Nephi 11:2),” KnoWhy 38 (February 22, 2016). Donald W. Parry and John W. Welch (Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1998), 171–190. The name “Mosiah” is actually related to the same word. These verses explain why many people today find it difficult to understand the words of Isaiah. 2 Nephi 27:25, Isaiah 29:13. “By” seems to express the instrumental effect of God’s grace upon us. As a handy guide to Isaiah 2–14, notice how the following statements by Isaiah can be easily clustered under each of Nephi’s four stages: A sign is given of the birth of Immanuel (see also 1 Nephi 11:13–18), but the land will be forsaken, The land of Judah will be desolate, filled with briers, “As this people refuseth the waters of Shiloah” (v. 6) they will be overrun, Those who counsel against God will come to naught, The Lord will be a “sanctuary” for some, but “a stone of stumbling” for others (v. 14); “I will look for [the Lord]” (v. 17), A “great light” has shined, “for unto us a son is given” (v. 6), The proud will be devoured, for they do not seek the Lord; their leaders “cause them to err” (v. 16; see also 2 Nephi 10:5; Isaiah 3:12), and they that follow them are destroyed (cf. He said, “For behold, Isaiah spake many things which were hard for many of my people to understand; for they know not concerning the manner of prophesying among the Jews.” Nephi had lived there, he knew Jerusalem. Why Does Nephi State that We Are Saved by Grace ‘After All We Can Do’? Book of Mormon Central, “Why Did Lehi ‘Suppose’ the Existence of Satan? It would hurt a lot and cause physical damage. Sometimes we over-value sophistication and complexity. 20 And it shall come to pass in that day, that the remnant of Israel, and such as are escaped of the ahouse of Jacob, shall no more again bstay upon him that smote them, but shall stay upon the Lord, the Holy One of Israel, in truth. 19 And the arest of the trees of his forest shall be few, that a child may write them. David is often represented in the tree and Jesus is at the top. 2 Nephi 21. It could mean to be at peace with God and, when we are at peace with God, we follow his commandments and love Him. (Mosiah 13:30),” KnoWhy 420 (March 29, 2018). However, if the witness was telling the truth, he would be relaxed and his tongue would be coated with saliva to prevent the heat from searing and hurting his tongue. This list numbers all of Nephi’s prophesies concerning Christ, the Jews and Gentiles and the Lamanites and Nephites. “Through” grace may inspire a sense of the enduring power of grace that persists through time and throughout all eternity. Jeffrey M. Bradshaw and David J. Larsen, In God’s Image and Likeness 2: Enoch, Noah, and the Tower of Babel (Salt Lake City, UT: The Interpreter Foundation and Eborn Books, 2014), 36: “Obvious similarities with the calls of Moses and Jeremiah present themselves in this verse. John W. Welch, “Getting through Isaiah with the Help of the Nephite Prophetic View,” in Isaiah in the Book of Mormon, ed. This describes the final or fourth stage of the Nephite prophetic view. 2 Nephi 30. 2 (2001): 42–55, 70–71. First, it was important to Nephi to mention his children. (2 Nephi 11:2–3),” KnoWhy 37 (February 19, 2016). Finally, the prophecy in verse 13 undoubtedly gave Isaiah some hope that the House of Israel would not be lost forever: “But yet there shall be a tenth, and they shall return.” So, here is the hope. Book of Mormon Central, “How Does Nephi Use Isaiah to Teach Us to Avoid Pride? In verse 19, Nephi knew and used the Savior’s full name, Jesus Christ. How many ways can that phrase be understood? It is human selfishness-the unbrotherhood of man to man....the cry which rises into his ears is the cry of stricken humanity-the cry of the poor and needy, the cry of the sad and weary...He hears God call him to lash the sins of the nation; but to him all the sins of the nation are forms of a single sin-selfishness....The burden of Isaiah is the burden of human compassion. 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