Book of Mormon Matters with John W. Welch and Lynne Hilton Wilson: 1 Nephi 6-10, Jan 15-21

Summary

• The discussion includes Lehi's family leaving Jerusalem, the introduction of Ishmael's family, and the vision of the Tree of Life.
• Nephi's purpose in writing, to persuade men to come unto God, is highlighted, as well as the importance of recording the tender mercies of the Lord.
• They delve into the arranged marriages between Lehi's and Ishmael's children and the significance of their journey to the promised land.
• Nephi's detailed account of his father Lehi's prophecies is summarized, including the future coming of the Messiah, the baptism by John the Baptist, the role of the Holy Ghost, and the importance of keeping commandments.

Further Reading

• Welch, John W. "1 Nephi 1-7." In John W. Welch Notes, 15-56. Springville, UT: Book of Mormon Central, 2020.
• Welch, John W. "1 Nephi 8-10." In John W. Welch Notes, 57-73. Springville, UT: Book of Mormon Central, 2020.
• Welch, John W., and Spencer Kraus. The Narrative of Zosimus: Greek and Syriac Versions with Book of Mormon Comparative Notes. Springville, UT: Scripture Central, 2024.
• Welch, John W. "The Narrative of Zosimus (History of the Rechabites) and the Book of Mormon." In Book of Mormon Authorship Revisited: The Evidence for Ancient Origins, edited by Noel B. Reynolds, 323-374. Provo, UT: Foundation for Ancient Research and Mormon Studies, 1997.