Nephi built a temple in the promised land. And I, Nephi, did build a temple; and I did construct it after the manner of the temple of Solomon save it were not built of so many precious things; for they were not to be found upon the land, wherefore, it could not be built like … Continue reading Nephite Temples, Latter-day Temples
Gabriel's answer to Zachariah's question is very powerful. His statement gives a sense that who he is should be evidence enough that what he says is true. Those are powerful words, when one lives in such a way to be able to respond with great personal integrity. What a goal. 18 And Zacharias said unto … Continue reading Gabriel and Angels
In reading the first couple of verses of Luke, I considered when it might have been written. That caused me to think about what order the Gospels were likely written in, perhaps giving a some sense for each of their purpose. I believe it was likely: MarkMatthewLukeJohn Here's why: Mark Mark is the shortest of … Continue reading Chronological Order of Writing of the Gospels and Their Audiences
In the following table, I highlight differences between the two lineages given for the Savior. Underlined individuals might be the same person in each line. Matt. 1:2 - 17 Luke 3:23 - 38 (modified to be in reverse order for comparison with Matt.) … Continue reading Savior’s Lineage
The NIV Study Bible entry on the Intertestimental Period helped me formulate the table below. Party Name Sadducees Pharisees Essenes Centered In Temple Synagogue Wilderness Writing Focus Torah Only “Law” Dead Sea Scrolls Power Base Greek Gov’t. Common People Outcasts Mindset Nation/State Diaspora Separate Description Ruling Class, including the High Priest, corruptly dependent on Greek … Continue reading Important Parties and the Intertestamental Period
Based upon the below, I believe the Savior was likely born on December 23, 5 BC. There is certainly not enough evidence to prove this scientifically, but if one is going to go out on a limb, consider going all the way out. December 25th or January 6th Andrew McGowan's article “How December 25 Became … Continue reading Day of the Savior’s Birth: December 23, 5 BC
I posted an image of this my mission Facebook group, and was surprised at all the positive reactions. We have consistently used the recipe in it for Sukiyaki for all our married lives. The book can be downloaded with the link below for all the recipes, or the sukiyaki recipe is below. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PLhhmp7_sHutPFyxMq6fJvvTPg5-RkjZ/view?usp=sharing
The following chart, based upon materials gathered elsewhere on the Internet, shows quotations of the Isaiah in the Book of Mormon
The following is a chart of the references of Handle's Messiah to the corresponding scriptures. A text version is shown after the graphic, with HTML links to the verses involved. Part Order Performer Reference I 1 Sinfonia (Overture) (None) I 2 Tenor Recitative Isaiah 40:1-3 I 3 Tenor Air Isaiah 40:4 I 4 Chorus Isaiah … Continue reading Handle’s Messiah Scripture References
I noted that the Savior in his visit to the Nephites as recorded in the Book of Mormon, 3rd Nephi and in chapters 24 and 25 quotes Malachi. I was taught by a Book of Mormon teacher that whenever Book of Mormon authors quoted Isaiah, that would "Tell us what they were going to tell … Continue reading Malachi and Savior’s Commentary Compared
