REL A 122 Final Flashcards

This set of flashcards covers key concepts, events, and teachings from the Book of Mormon, emphasizing significant figures, themes, and lessons.

Sanctification of the Earth

The process through which the earth will become like heaven according to DC 88.

Literary features of 4 Nephi

It lacks quotations and source material, focusing instead on Nephi's point of view.

Relationship between Wealth and Righteousness

The relationship is complicated.

First sign of pride in the Book of Mormon

Costly apparel is often one of the first signs of pride.

Religious shift in 4 Nephi

The presence of many churches, priests, and false prophets, who are Christian in name only.

Meaning of 'Nephite' at the end of 4 Nephi

It is associated with a specific religious belief.

Return of the Gadianton Robbers

They enter the land again at the end of 4 Nephi.

Ammaron's role in the records

He gave the plates to Mormon.

Difference between Large Plates and Book of Mormon

The Large Plates contain a full account of the wickedness and abominations.

What was placed in the hill Cumorah?

All the sacred records were put in the hill Cumorah.

What was taken from the Nephites?

Beloved disciples, works of miracles, gifts from the Lord, and the Holy Ghost were taken because of wickedness.

Motivation for Repentance according to Mormon

The goodness of God is an appropriate motivation for repentance.

How the Lord punishes the wicked

The Lord often punishes the wicked by using the wicked.

Initial perception of Mormon by Ammaron

Mormon was perceived as sober and quick to observe.

Mormon's army leadership despite lack of faith

Mormon continued to love and lead the Nephite armies even without faith.

Mormon's lament literary style

Mormon's lament is characterized by parallelism.

Final invitation from Mormon

Mormon invites the descendants of Lehi to heed his words.

Moroni's writing style elements

Includes a first-person perspective, free flowing style, commentary, and emphasis on the Spirit as truth.

Purpose of Moroni continuing the record

He continued it because his father asked him to.

Two motives to bring forth the Book of Mormon

For God's glory or for the welfare of the descendants of Lehi.

Moroni's stance on miracles in the last days

He indicates that people will believe miracles are no longer done.

How to handle imperfections according to Moroni

We should learn from Moroni's imperfections and not condemn them.

Consistent theme in Mormon and Moroni's invitations

To see everything through faith in Jesus Christ.

Original source of the Book of Ether

It is based on the writings of the Jaredites.

How the Lord responded to Jared's cries

He answered with compassion each time Jared cried unto Him.

Three blessings the Lord promised the brother of Jared

God would go before him, lead him to a choice land, and bless him and his seed.

Requirement for the promise land to remain free

They must serve the God of the land, Jesus Christ.

Why the Brother of Jared was chastised

He forgot to call on the name of the Lord.

Difference in God's handling of air and light issues

For air, He provided an answer; for light, He asked the Brother of Jared how he wished to proceed.

Brother of Jared's confession

He confessed he was unworthy and had a fallen nature.

When sealed portion information will go forth

It will be revealed when the Gentiles repent and become clean before the Lord.

Moroni's instructions to Joseph Smith

He told Joseph not to translate or touch the sealed portion.

Joseph's privilege with the plates

He had the privilege of showing them to three people.

More frequent phrase in Abridged material

The phrase 'I, Moroni' shows up more than 'I, Mormon'.

Moroni's comparison intention

He might want to compare the Jaredites to the Nephites.

Jared's sorrow

He was exceedingly sorrowful due to the loss of the kingdom.

Jaredite secret combination

Moroni referred to it as very old and the most wicked above all.

Effect of the Jaredite secret combination on Nephites

It destroyed both the Jaredites and the Nephites.

Direct testifier of Jesus Christ in the Book of Ether

Moroni is the most direct testifier.

Morianton's justice

He does justice unto the people but not unto himself.

Two blessings from faith according to Ether

They are hope and good works.

When do we receive a witness according to Moroni

We receive a witness after the trial of our faith.

Major focus of Ether 12

It is mainly about faith.

Nephites skill comparison

They were better at writing than speaking.

What Christ shows us if we come to Him

He shows us our weaknesses.

How to overcome our weaknesses

By humbling ourselves before Christ and having faith in Him.

God's interaction with us

God works with us according to our faith.

Moroni's view on Gentiles having charity

It doesn't matter if they have charity if he himself has not been faithful.

Ether's teaching on Jerusalem

Both the old and the new Jerusalem will return.

Spirit of the Lord and the Jaredites

The Spirit ceased striving with them as Satan had power over their hearts.

Reason for Moroni adding his own record

He wanted to write things that could benefit the Lamanites.

Moroni 2's reference to Jesus

Moroni quotes Jesus in the context of priesthood authority.

Requirements for baptism into the Nephite church

1. Bearing fruit 2. Broken heart and contrite spirit 3. Witness of repentance 4. Taking upon Christ's name 5. Determination to serve Him.

Post-baptism actions among Nephites

After baptism, individuals were numbered and their names were taken.

Frequency of Nephite meetings

They met together often.

Conductance of Nephite meetings

Meetings were conducted by the Holy Ghost.

What elders and priests administered in Moroni 4

They administered the flesh and blood of Christ.

Who delivers a sermon in Moroni 7

Mormon is sharing a sermon.

Audience of Mormon's sermon

He is addressing the peaceable followers of Christ.

Quote by Mormon about evil and good

'A man being evil cannot do that which is good.'

What God inspires in people

God inspires them towards good, to love and serve Him.

Mormon's view on little children needing baptism

He considers it solemn mockery before God.

Thoughts to rest on according to Mormon

Christ's suffering, death, and resurrection should rest in our minds.

Literary feature of Moroni's ending

He gathers other endings and integrates them into his own.