The Symbolic Unity of Christ's Ministry in 3 Nephi

Title

The Symbolic Unity of Christ's Ministry in 3 Nephi

Book Title

The Book of Mormon: 3 Nephi 9-30, This is My Gospel

Publication Type

Book Chapter

Chapter

13

Year of Publication

1993

Authors

Editors

Nyman, Monte S. (Secondary), and Tate, Charles D., Jr. (Secondary)

Pagination

195-209

Publisher

Religious Studies Center, Brigham Young University

City

Provo, UT

Abstract

Any study of the Book of Mormon must acknowledge the remarkable complexity and sophistication of this unique book. We must assume that the selection and arrangement of the words and events are not random or accidental, but rather ordered and intentional, giving to the text an integrity that invites careful consideration and analysis, even when it may not follow our usual expectations. Careful textual analysis helps the reader in the ongoing process of having the pages reveal their remarkable directions. To put the matter in other words: the book is not only remarkably complex, but also remarkably efficient. There are patterns of words and events throughout the book which are intentional and purposeful, and which give extraordinary unity and coherence to it and its message.
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Subject Keywords

Symbolism
Jesus Christ
Ministry
Unity

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