REL A 121: Book of Mormon Midterm 2
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______ is the tool in the Lord's hands to humble Israel.

Assyria

_____ will shake his hand at Jerusalem and then will be destroyed by Babylon.

Assyria

Christ will come from the stem of ______.

Jesse

Isaiah emphasizes the ______ of the Lord's millennial reign.

<p>peace</p> Signup and view all the answers

Isaiah sings ____________.

<p>praise to the Lord</p> Signup and view all the answers

Isaiah sees the destruction of ________.

<p>Babylon</p> Signup and view all the answers

The fall of ______ is frequently seen as a symbol to the fall of ___________ in the last days.

<p>Babylon; Satan's kingdom</p> Signup and view all the answers

The 'Medes' in verse 17 refer to the Persian army which, under King Cyrus, conquered Babylon.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

_______ writes to the King of Babylon.

<p>Isaiah</p> Signup and view all the answers

The King of Babylon is frequently seen as symbolic of Lucifer, Son of the Morning.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is speaking in 2 Nephi 25?

<p>Nephi</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the 3 keys to understanding Isaiah?

<ol> <li>Know the manner of prophesying among the Jews; 2. Spirit of Prophecy; 3. Know concerning the regions round about</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Who will be of 'great worth' unto them in the last days according to Isaiah?

<p>Nephi in 2 Nephi 25</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who's talking in 2 Nephi 26?

<p>Nephi</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Christ promise regarding his appearance?

<p>Christ will appear to the Nephites</p> Signup and view all the answers

What will happen to the Nephites?

<p>The Nephites will be destroyed</p> Signup and view all the answers

What shall speak 'out of the ground'?

<p>The Book of Mormon</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the last days, the earth will be 'drunken with _______.'

<p>iniquity</p> Signup and view all the answers

What will accompany a sealed book according to prophecy?

<p>The 'words of them which have slumbered.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

For behold, I am God, and I am a God of Miracles...what will God proceed to do?

<p>I will proceed to do a marvelous work and wonder.</p> Signup and view all the answers

______ prophesies of the time when the Book of Mormon will come forth.

<p>Nephi</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is stated about churches in 2 Nephi 28-30?

<p>Churches contend with one another</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is taught regarding pleasure in 2 Nephi 28-30?

<p>Many teach 'eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die'</p> Signup and view all the answers

When the Book of Mormon comes forth, there will be anger against that which is good.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'A Bible! A Bible! We already have a Bible' express?

<p>Resistance to additional scripture</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who's talking in 2 Nephi 31?

<p>Nephi</p> Signup and view all the answers

This is the doctrine of Christ/gathering: Faith, Repentance, Baptism, Holy Ghost, Endure to the end.

<p>2 Nephi 31</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Nephi express about his prayers in 2 Nephi 33?

<p>Nephi prays continually for his people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who takes Nephi's place as the spiritual leader but NOT as king?

<p>Jacob</p> Signup and view all the answers

The people begin to indulge themselves in _____ and _______ sin.

<p>pride; sexual</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jacob do after 'obtaining his errand from the Lord'?

<p>Jacob gathers them to the temple.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the 2 abominations Jacob talks about in Jacob 2?

<p>Pride and Sexual Sin</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can the Jews build upon a Messiah they have rejected?

<p>How can anyone build on a Savior they have sinned against?</p> Signup and view all the answers

JACOB 5 is the longest chapter in the Book of Mormon.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

This allegory is a declaration of ________.

<p>divine love</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Assyria and Babylon

  • Assyria is identified as a tool used by the Lord to humble Israel (2 Nephi 20).
  • Assyria will threaten Jerusalem but eventually face destruction by Babylon (2 Nephi 20).
  • Babylon's fall symbolizes the collapse of Satan's kingdom in the last days.
  • The destruction of Babylon is witnessed by Isaiah in 539 BCE.

Isaiah's Insights

  • Christ will emerge from the lineage of Jesse, highlighting his Davidic heritage.
  • Isaiah emphasizes peace as a key feature of the Lord's millennial reign.
  • Isaiah's writings will hold great significance for future generations, particularly in the last days (2 Nephi 25).
  • Key keys to understanding Isaiah include knowledge of Jewish prophecy, the Spirit of Prophecy, and familiarity with surrounding regions.

Nephite Prophecies

  • Nephi is the speaker in 2 Nephi 25 and 2 Nephi 26, where he conveys vital prophecies about Christ’s appearance to the Nephites.
  • The Nephites are foretold to face destruction due to their wickedness (2 Nephi 26).

The Book of Mormon's Role

  • The Book of Mormon is prophesied to "speak out of the ground," including revelations from the dead (2 Nephi 26).
  • In the last days, the earth will be filled with iniquity (2 Nephi 27).
  • A sealed book will be presented, revealing the words of past civilizations (2 Nephi 27).

Future Challenges and Responses

  • The future will see contention among churches (2 Nephi 28-30).
  • The doctrine of “eat, drink, and be merry” is criticized for promoting moral laxity (2 Nephi 28-30).
  • There will be opposition to the goodness and truth brought forth by the Book of Mormon (2 Nephi 28-30).

Doctrine of Christ

  • The doctrine of Christ summarized in 2 Nephi 31 includes faith, repentance, baptism, the Holy Ghost, and enduring to the end.
  • Nephi’s last words express his hope for the salvation of his people (2 Nephi 33).

Jacob's Leadership

  • Jacob becomes the spiritual leader following Nephi but does not assume kingship (Jacob 1).
  • The people begin to indulge in pride and sexual sins, prompting Jacob to call them to repentance.
  • Jacob gathers the people to the temple after receiving a divine mandate to do so (Jacob 1).

Abominations Addressed

  • Jacob identifies two major abominations: pride and sexual sin, emphasizing their destructive nature.
  • He critiques the wealthy for flaunting their status and urges the pursuit of God's kingdom over materialism (Jacob 2).

Allegory of the Olive Tree

  • The longest chapter, Jacob 5, recounts the allegory of the olive tree, illustrating God's divine love and care for Israel.

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Test your knowledge on key concepts from the Book of Mormon with this midterm flashcard quiz. Focus on themes from 2 Nephi and the prophecies of Isaiah, including the role of Assyria and the peace of the Lord's reign. Perfect for students preparing for their midterm exam.

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