All Posts Archived Lessons New Testament Old Testament Book of Mormon Doctrine & Covenants Search “Armed with Righteousness and with the Power of God” CFMCorner Jan 22, 2024 17 min read Updated: Jan 23, 2024 CFM: January 22–28 1 Nephi 11–15 Videos, Podcasts, & Weekly Lesson Material Media ​Lesson Extension ​Additional Materials Scripture Central 1 Nephi 11-15 Insights with Taylor Inights Revisited Nephi desires to see what Lehi saw The Tree of Life that Lehi and Nephi saw in Vision Covenants and The Covenant Path Believe - Word Study Study Guide Follow Him 1 Nephi 11-15 Part 1 , Part 2 Transcripts Line Upon Line 1 Nephi 11-15 Teaching with Power 1 Nephi 11-15 ​ Teaching Bundle for Book of Mormon, available on Etsy. Don't Miss This 1 Nephi 11-15 ​ Book of Mormon Matters with John W Welch and Lynne Hilton Wilson 1 Nephi 11-15 John W. 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We have some hard deadlines, and have been on set all week, pulling 14-16 hour days with filming and such. Thus, I have not been able to get as much done for this week's lesson as I would have liked. I intended to provide an extensive summary of the symbolism that Nephi explains regarding his vision, but sadly, there are not enough hours in the day. So, I will leave you with some advise as to how to explore these sections. In the overview below, I provided several Key Words and Phrases for 1 Nephi 11. I used the Scripture Notes program that I talked about in last week's lesson, and it helped to expedite and enhance the process. I would highly suggest going through and exploring the lexicon feature for these chapters, the process can be very enlightening and rewarding. In previous lessons, we've delved into the visions of John, Lehi, and other prophets through the lens of Throne Theophany, noting several parallels as these prophets became special witnesses of Christ and received their divine commissions. This week's chapters focus on Nephi's experience as he is called to be a prophet and Seer. Pay particular attention to the frequent exhortations of the angel to “Look!” This instruction is part of a vision that guides Nephi on a heavenly ascent toward God's throne, beginning with showing Nephi the Condescension of God – the descent of Jesus from the heavenly realms to the depths to redeem humanity. This theme, which we examined in our lessons on Hebrews 1-6 and 7-13 , is pivotal in understanding Nephi's enlightenment process. As you study this week's materials, look for these connecting themes and consider how Nephi's vision contributes to our understanding of this process. Also, as a side note, the Web platform that I am using recently changed their mobile features, so smaller devices like phones are being problematic with the table features. I am trying to figure out how to remedy this situation, but in the meantime, using a computer or larger device would be preferable. Overview 1 Nephi 11: Nephi's vision provides a profound journey into the depths of Lehi's dream, enhancing his comprehension and revealing significant future events, including the coming of Jesus Christ. This outline acts as a detailed guide to unpacking Nephi's vision, showcasing techniques for analyzing and interpreting divine revelations. It highlights the depth of spiritual insights and the complex symbolism woven throughout the vision. Additionally, it outlines the ties to the life of Jesus Christ and examines how the vision's layered, symbolic prophetic traditions offer versatile applications, presenting a comprehensive method for interpreting scriptural revelations. References and Cultural Contexts for Investigation, Contemplation, and Discussion: Visionary Experiences in Ancient Cultures : Exploring the role and significance of visions in the Nephite and Jewish traditions. Lehi’s Dream and Nephi’s Vision as Apocalyptic Literature “Look! And I Looked” Nephi's Literary Endeavor The Covenant of Christ’s Gospel in the Book of Mormon Symbolism in Scriptural Narratives : Analyzing the symbols in Nephi's vision and their theological meanings. What Nephi’s Vision Teaches about the Bible and the Book of Mormon The Mysteries of God Revealed by the Power of the Holy Ghost 'Zion' and 'Jerusalem' as Lady Wisdom in Moses 7 and Nephi's Tree of Life Vision The Life of Christ from a Prophetic Perspective : Discussing the depiction of Christ’s life in the context of Nephite prophecy and its parallels to biblical accounts. Prophetic Perspectives and Prerogative: How Lehi and Nephi Applied the Lessons of Lehi’s Dream Another Testament of Jesus Christ The Doctrine of Christ in 2 Nephi 31–32 as an Approach to the Vision of the Tree of Life A Comparison of Lehi's Dream and Nephi's Vision Summary of Key Themes: The quest for spiritual understanding, the central role of Jesus Christ in God’s plan, and the interconnection of prophetic visions. The Centrality of Nephi's Vision The Foundational Doctrines of 1 Nephi 11-14 Four Stages of the Nephite Prophetic View Application to Contemporary Life: Seeking personal revelation, understanding the importance of Christ's life and atonement, and recognizing the continuity of divine guidance through prophets. Lehi’s Dream and Nephi’s Vision as Used by Church Leaders How Do the Book of Moses and Book of Mormon Help Us Understand the Endowment? Major Topics/ Themes ​Summary ​Cross-References, Videos & Resources I. Nephi's Desire for Understanding and the Commencement of the Vision 1-6: Nephi's longing to know the meanings of his father's dream leads to a heavenly vision. Cultural Context : The significance of visions in ancient Jewish and Nephite cultures. Key Words & Phrases: desire/ want , know , see , seer ( choze , ra'a ), look , vision , Spirit ( ru'ah , pneuma , believe , ponder , caught ( 2 Cor. 2 ), high mountain , behold , tree , tree of life , Hosanna , blessed Biblical Cross-Reference : Compare with Daniel's request for understanding in Daniel 2:18 . Nephi Sees a Vision of Future Events | 1 Nephi 10–15 How Do the Book of Moses and Book of Mormon Help Us Understand the Endowment? Why Can Nephi’s Vision Be Called an Apocalypse? Believe All the Words”: A Key to Spiritual Outpouring Lehi’s Dream and the Plan of Salvation Behold, I Have Dreamed a Dream' 'Thou Knowest That I Believe' Lehi’s Dream as a Template for Understanding Each Act of Nephi’s Vision The Book of Mormon as an Ancient Book II. The Vision of the Tree of Life and the Birth of Christ 7-15: Nephi's vision of the tree of life and the interpretation revealing the birth of Jesus Christ. Theological Context : The tree as a multi-facited symbol of Jesus Christ and the love of God. Also used as a symbol for Mary and the condescention of God. Key Words & Phrases : sign (symbol, parable - sym or para + ballo ), fruit , taste , sweet as honey , descend , condescend, witness , bear record , Son of God , beauty , whiteness , driven snow , precious Biblical Cross-Reference : The prophecy of Christ's birth in Isaiah 9:6 . “treasures of the snow " Job 38:22 , Proverbs 31 - the personification of wisdom, she is a tree of life Proverbs 3:18 The Sacred Tree of the Ancient Maya Nephi, Wisdom, and the Deuteronomist Reform Why Were Lehi and Nephi Guided by Angelic Escorts in Their Visions? Nephi and His Asherah What Does the Virgin Mary Have to Do with the Tree of Life? III. The Ministry and Sacrifice of Jesus Christ 16-28: Witnessing the life, ministry, and crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Historical Context : The life and times of Jesus Christ in the context of Jewish society. Biblical Cross-Reference : The Gospels' accounts of Jesus Christ’s ministry and crucifixion. The Lamb of God” in Pre-Christian Texts Notes and Communications: Knowledge of Christ to Come Why Didn’t Nephi Mention Mary’s Name? How Are Rod and Sword Connected to the Word of God? IV. The Vision of the Apostles and the Future of the Nephite and Gentile Nations 29-36: Nephi sees the twelve apostles of the Lamb and receives revelations about his descendants and the Gentiles. Prophetic Context : The role of apostles and the spread of the gospel. Biblical Cross-Reference : Revelation's depiction of the apostles and their mission. Maya Harvest Festivals and the Book of Mormon: Annual FARMS Lecture 1 Nephi 12: Nephi continues the vision, focusing on the future of his descendants and the Nephite and Lamanite nations, leading up to their eventual downfall. References and Cultural Contexts for Investigation, Contemplation, and Discussion: Historical Cycles in Ancient Civilizations : Examining the rise and fall of the Nephite and Lamanite nations in comparison to other ancient civilizations. Moral Choices and Societal Consequences : Discuss how collective moral decisions impact the fate of a society. Christ's Role in Restoration and Healing : Explore the significance of Christ's appearance in the Americas as a symbol of hope and