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Journal of the Book of Mormon and Restoration Scripture 22/2 (2013)
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Jacob’s Textual Legacy
Title
Jacob’s Textual Legacy
Publication Type
Journal Article
Year of Publication
2013
Authors
Hilton, John, III (Primary)
Journal
Journal of Book of Mormon Studies
Pagination
52-65
Volume
22
Issue
2
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Abstract
While Jacob records 15,000 words in the Book of Mormon, he is often underappreciated, perhaps living in the shadow of his older brother Nephi. This study illustrates how Nephi, King Benjamin, and Moroni used Jacob’s words and expanded the influence of his literary legacy.
King Benjamin
Prophet
Scripture
Literary
Nephi (Son of Lehi)
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