BYU REL A 122 - Stephan Taeger Exam 2

Does Alma or Helaman cover more time?

Heleman

Who is the Book of Helaman named after?

The second Helaman (son of Helaman)

What is one of the main historical topics that Mormon focuses his attention on?

contention

True or False. There seems to be no connection between family relationships and the Nephite judgment-seat.

false

What often occurs in the 40 years leading up to the Book of Helaman?

Many dissensions/rebellions

What do many scholars think about the size of Book of Mormon lands?

Not all of North and South America (maybe the size of Idaho?)

What did Helaman name his sons?

Nephi and Lehi

What was one way that the Lord did prosper the church during Helaman's time?

Many converts (thousands did join themselves unto the church)

Mormon wanted us to learn what lesson from this?

God is actually merciful

How did some Nephites avoid pride?

Yielding their hearts unto God. Fast and pray often and wax strong in utility and a firmer faith in Christ

What were some of the reasons that Mormon identified for the Nephites losing so much land to the Lamanites?

Because of the pride of their hearts, their exceeding riches, their oppression to the poor, all manor of sin

What was the consequence for boasting in their own strength?

They lost possession of almost all their lands

What repeated phrase do we see in Helaman 4:21-26?

"They saw"

What was the result of seeking gain to be above others?

They began to rob and plunder and murder

What are three ways Mormon contrasts the Nephites and Lamanites in Helaman 6?

Nephites fell from God

Lamanites came closer to God

Why could the Lamanites not flee from the prisons they kept Nephi and Lehi in?

The cloud of darkness overshadowed them and they couldn't move because of the fear that came upon them

How did Aminadab respond to the Lamanites question regarding how to remove the cloud of darkness?

Repent and cry out even until you have faith in Christ

How did Mormon describe the joy that filled Nephi and Lehi?

Unspeakable, undescribable

What other story does the Helaman 5 prison narrative point to?

God and Jesus appearing to Joseph Smith in the sacred grove

Why did the people gather around Nephi's tower?

Saw him praying.

Why did the remainder of those who spoke against Nephi begin to fear?

Nephi gained favor in the eyes of some.

Nephi leads his sermon to what topic?

To Jesus Christ.

Who does Nephi tell the people they will find murdered?

The chief judge, Seezoram.

Who does Nephi prophesy killed the person in the previous question?

Seantum, Seezoram's brother.

What do some people think Nephi is?

A god.

Why was Nephi granted great power?

He declared the word with unwearyingness.

What power was he granted?

sealing power

What does Nephi do with the power granted him?

Evaded the people who wanted to capture him. Asked the Lord to protect the people from the Lord and instead cause a famine.

How did the people learn that Nephi was a prophet?

From their own experience

Helaman 12 is probably written in what poetic form?

parallelism

In what sense did Mormon say humans can be false?

their hearts

What does Mormon say is obedient (as opposed to humans)?

Dust/the earth.

In how many years did Samuel say the Nephites would be destroyed?

400 years (a baktun).

What did Samuel say the people had set their hearts upon?

Riches.

What is the relationship to light and the birth and death of Jesus?

Light when Jesus is born, darkness when Jesus is gone. (Jesus is the light of the world)

What were the different reactions to Samuel?

Some people wanted to be baptized. Others think he has a devil.

Who does Samuel contrast the Nephites with?

The Lamanites.

What is at least one reason the Nephites wouldn't listen to Samuel?

He's a Lamanite and what he said was hard.

What does Nephi (the one in Helaman) have in common with Alma?

They both left Zarahemla and were never seen again. They were transfigured.

Why did some Nephites begin to rejoice over their brethren?

The words of Samuel were not fulfilled

What led to hardness of heart in 3 Nephi 2?

They were less and less astonished

What was the consequence of Satan gaining possession over the hearts of the people?

Led them to believe that the doctrine of Christ was a foolish and vain thing

What was the name of the leader of the Gadianton robbers in 3 Nephi 2?

Giddianhi

Who united in order to combat the Gadianton robbers?

The Nephites and the Lamanites

According to Lachoneous, how can the Nephites survive the attack of the Gadianton robbers?

Gather. Repent.

What might be a reason the Gadianton robbers wore lamb skin?

Mocking the sacrificial lamb.

What was the name of the second leader of the Gadianton robbers mentioned in 3 Nephi 4?

Zemnarihah

Who did the Nephites fear when the Gadianton robbers attacked?

Did not fear and asked God for protection.

Why did the Nephites sing and praise God?

They beat the Gadianton Robbers in the strength of the Lord.

What led to persecution in 3 Nephi 6:10?

Pride

After pride set in, how did the Nephites begin to divide themselves?

By ranks according to their riches and chances for learning.

What happened to those who testified boldly of Christ?

Put to death secretly by the judges.

Name the three major forms of government from 1 Nephi to 3 Nephi 7...

Monarchy, judges, tribes.

Who may act as a type of Christ in 3 Nephi 7?

Nephi

How is the darkness described in 3 Nephi 8?

So thick they could feel it and there was no light at all

What repeated reason is given in 3 Nephi 9 for the destruction of the Nephites?

Didn't listen to the prophets.

How did Elder Holland describe the punishment of God?

Never unfair but for our good.

What did the Savior say would be the natural result of conversion?

Healing

How should we come unto Christ?

as a little child

The people's mourning was turned into _______

joy

In what city does the Savior visit the Nephites?

bountiful

The Savior visiting the Nephites might allude to what earlier Book of Mormon story?

nephi and lehi's prison deliverance helaman 5

What three titles are associated with the verse "Behold my Beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased, in whom I have glorified my name--hear ye him"?

son, king, suffering servant

What is one of the most common things that Mormon highlights?

fulfilled prophecies and contention

What is one of the first things that Jesus teaches the Nephites?

baptism

True or False. The Book of Mormon clearly explains what it means when it says that the Father, Son, and Spirit are one.

False

Who is the father of contention?

Satan

How does contention relate to the Savior's doctrine?

it is not his doctrine to be contentious

What is the Savior's doctrine?

faith, repentance, baptism, holy ghost

What other ideas are connected to building upon a rock in 3 Nephi?

sermon on the mount

the sacrament

Who does Jesus command to be the light of the world?

You as in the community of the people of God. Community

What is Jesus' relationship to the law of Moses?

He has come to fulfill it

How can the law of Moses and the words of the prophets be summed up?

Treat others how you want to be treated

What does Jesus say about worrying?

Just worry about today

What does Jesus teach about people who are religious for outward praise?

They have the glory of men which does nothing

Hypocrite can be translated as...

Play actors

What does Jesus teach about money?

Where your treasure is, there will your heart be also

Are the beatitudes if/then statements?

Sort of

What is the formula for the six antitheses?

It used to be this, now I say unto you this

Which phrase about anger is in the KJV, but not in the Book of Mormon?

"Whosoever is angry without a cause"

What does Jesus teach regarding oaths and our words?

Keep your oaths and words

According to Jesus, why should we love our enemies?

We are all children of our Father in heaven

What did Jesus say is the role of the law of Moses now?

The law is fulfilled, it is done

What is the role of the covenant now?

Not all fulfilled, will be fulfilled in the latter day

What is the role of the prophets now?

They prophesy of things to come

True or False. There are more "other sheep" besides the Nephites.

True

What do we learn about Jesus and emotion from 3 Nephi 17?

He fully experiences emotion. Full range of righteous emotion

What is the relationship between all three members of the Godhead and the sacrament?

Father we offer witness or testimony to and remember Jesus, SO THAT the spirit is always with us. We connect with all 3

What counsel regarding families did Jesus offer?

Family prayer is really important

How should we treat people who are not numbered among the members of the church?

We continue to minister to them

What did the original Nephite disciples teach?

Nothing other than what Jesus taught

Why did the Nephites pray to Jesus?

Because he was there

What does Jesus teach will happen to the remnants spread abroad?

They will gather together and be brought to the knowledge of God

How does Jesus teach in 3 Nephi 20-25?

Preaches in a way that thwarts ready understanding

What simile does Jesus use to describe Israel in the last days?

Like a lion among sheep

What does Jesus promise will exist in the Western Hemisphere?

A new jerusalem

What will happen regarding the old Jerusalem?

It will be redeemed. Things will be set right

What did Jesus say would be the sign that the gathering of Israel is about to take place?

The Book of Mormon

What is one reason that the people in this land would be "set up as a free people?"

So that the restoration can take place, covenant of the Father can be fulfilled

What was the most quoted chapter in the Book of Mormon in Latter-day Saint literature from 1830 to 1846?

3 Nephi 21