Moroni, A Sketch of the Nephite Republic, VIII

Title

Moroni, A Sketch of the Nephite Republic, VIII

Magazine

The Contributor

Publication Type

Magazine Article

Year of Publication

1890

Authors

Roberts, B.H. (Primary)

Pagination

293-296

Date Published

June 1890

Volume

11

Issue Number

8

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Abstract

Roberts discusses the failed political attempts by “monarchists” among the Nephites to reform the government to a system more to their liking. The subsequent actions of Captain Moroni relevant to them are discussed, as is Moroni’s role appointed role as a “dictator” in the Roman tradition for the preservation of the people. Amalickiah’s series of successes, leading up to his ignominious assassination at the hands of Teancum is also discussed. Roberts offers brief insights as to how that action is sometimes perceived in modern times, against how it would have been understood anciently.

Amalickiah
Captain Moroni
Assassination
Nephite Government
Teancum (Nephite Captain)
King-Men

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