Monthly Archives: June 2019

How Evil Gains Power – Alma 47:1-36

1 Now we will return in our record to Amalickiah and those who had fled with him into the wilderness; for, behold, he had taken those who went with him, and went up in the land of Nephi among the Lamanites, and did … Continue reading

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Title of Liberty – Alma 46:1-41

1 And it came to pass that as many as would not hearken to the words of Helaman and his brethren were gathered together against their brethren. [Because of class separation according to status and wealth. The Nephites dealt with this contention … Continue reading

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Alma’s Farewell – Alma 45:1-24

1 Behold, now it came to pass that the people of Nephi were exceedingly rejoiced, because the Lord had again delivered them out of the hands of their enemies; therefore they gave thanks unto the Lord their God; yea, and they … Continue reading

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Battle of Two Opposing Views – Alma 44:1-24

What is the purpose of this chapter, other than telling an interesting story regarding how Moroni defeated the army of Zarahemnah? The original record did not have chapter divisions, so this is essentially part two to the story. 1 And it … Continue reading

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The Armies of Moroni – Alma 43:1-54

1 And now it came to pass that the sons of Alma did go forth among the people, to declare the word unto them. And Alma, also, himself, could not rest, and he also went forth. 2 Now we shall say no more … Continue reading

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