The New Testament o f Our Lo rd and Savio ur Jesus Christ Trans lated out o f t he Original Gree k: a n d w it h t he Former T rans latio ns Dil ige n t ly Co m pa re d and R evis ed, b y His M a je s t y ’ s Spe cial Comm a n d published by The Church of jesus Christ of latter-day saints salt lake City, utah, usa © 1979, 2013 by intellectual reserve, inc. all rights reserved printed in the united states of america 4/2014 english approval: 11/12 The Names and Order of All the Books of the Old and New Testaments The Books of the Old Testament Genesis . . . . . . . 1 Ecclesiastes . . . . . . 845 Exodus . . . . . . . 79 Song of Solomon . . . . 856 Leviticus . . . . . . . 146 Isaiah . . . . . . . . 861 Numbers . . . . . . . 190 Jeremiah . . . . . . . 942 Deuteronomy . . . . . 252 Lamentations . . . . . 1020 Joshua . . . . . . . 308 Ezekiel . . . . . . 1027 Judges . . . . . . . . 343 Daniel . . . . . . . 1099 Ruth . . . . . . . . 377 Hosea . . . . . . . 1122 1 Samuel . . . . . . . 382 Joel . . . . . . . . 1133 2 Samuel . . . . . . . 426 Amos . . . . . . . 1137 1 Kings . . . . . . . 463 Obadiah . . . . . . 1146 2 Kings . . . . . . . 507 Jonah . . . . . . . 1147 1 Chronicles . . . . . . 548 Micah . . . . . . . 1150 2 Chronicles . . . . . . 587 Nahum . . . . . . 1156 Ezra . . . . . . . . 634 Habakkuk . . . . . 1159 Nehemiah . . . . . . 648 Zephaniah . . . . . . 1162 Esther . . . . . . . . 668 Haggai . . . . . . . 1166 Job . . . . . . . . . 678 Zechariah . . . . . . 1168 Psalms . . . . . . . 714 Malachi . . . . . . 1180 Proverbs . . . . . . . 811 The Books of the New Testament Matthew . . . . . . 1187 1 Timothy . . . . . 1506 Mark . . . . . . . 1241 2 Timothy . . . . . 1512 Luke . . . . . . . 1271 Titus . . . . . . . 1517 John . . . . . . . . 1324 Philemon . . . . . . 1520 Acts . . . . . . . 1365 Hebrews . . . . . . 1521 Romans . . . . . . 1415 James . . . . . . . 1538 1 Corinthians . . . . . 1438 1 Peter . . . . . . . 1544 2 Corinthians . . . . . 1460 2 Peter . . . . . . . 1551 Galatians . . . . . . 1473 1 John . . . . . . . 1555 Ephesians . . . . . . 1480 2 John . . . . . . . 1561 Philippians . . . . . 1488 3 John . . . . . . . 1562 Colossians . . . . . 1493 Jude . . . . . . . . 1563 1 Thessalonians . . . . 1498 Revelation . . . . . . 1565 2 Thessalonians . . . . 1503 Appendix Topical Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Bible Dictionary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 583 Bible Chronology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 749 Harmony of the Gospels . . . . . . . . . . . . . 759 Joseph Smith Translation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 777 Bible Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803 Bible Photographs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 825 A bbr e v i at ion s Old Testament New Testament Book of Mormon Gen. 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T h e G o s p e l Ac c o r d i n g t o ST Matthew Chapter 1 10 And Ezekias begat Manasses; and Manasses begat Amon; and Christ is born of Mary—She conceives Amon begat Josias; by the power of the Holy Ghost—Our 11 And Josias begat Jechonias and Lord is named Jesus. his brethren, about the time they T he book of the generation of Jesus Christ, the son of aDavid, the son of Abraham. 2 aAbraham begat Isaac; and Isaac begat Jacob; and Jacob begat bJudas were carried away to a Babylon: 12 And after they were brought to Babylon, Jechonias begat Salathiel; and Salathiel begat a Zorobabel; 13 And Zorobabel begat Abiud; and and his brethren; Abiud begat Eliakim; and Eliakim 3 And Judas begat a Phares and begat Azor; b Zara of Thamar; and Phares begat 14 And Azor begat Sadoc; and Sa­ c Esrom; and Esrom begat Aram; doc begat Achim; and Achim begat 4 And Aram begat Aminadab; Eliud; and Aminadab begat Naasson; and 15 And Eliud begat Eleazar; and a Naasson begat Salmon; Eleazar begat Matthan; and Matthan 5 And Salmon begat a Booz of begat Jacob; Rachab; and Booz begat Obed of 16 And Jacob begat a Joseph the Ruth; and Obed begat Jesse; husband of b Mary, of whom was 6 And Jesse begat David the king; born cJesus, d who is called e Christ. and David the king begat a Solomon 17 So all the generations from of her that had been the wife of Urias; Abraham to David are fourteen 7 And Solomon begat Roboam; generations; and from David un­ and Roboam begat Abia; and Abia til the carrying away into Babylon begat Asa; are fourteen generations; and from 8 And Asa begat Josaphat; and the carrying away into Babylon Josaphat begat Joram; and Joram unto Christ are fourteen a genera­ begat Ozias; tions. 9 And Ozias begat Joatham; and 18 ¶ a Now the b birth of Jesus Joatham begat Achaz; and Achaz Christ was c on this wise: When as begat Ezekias; his mother Mary was espoused to Title: jst entitles this book 6 a 2 Sam. 12:24 (24–25); who is called Christ. “The Testimony of 1 Chr. 3:5. e The Greek title “Christ” St. Matthew.” 11 a tg Israel, Bondage of, and the Hebrew 1 1 a tg Jesus Christ, Davidic in Other Lands. title “Messiah” are Descent of. 12 a 1 Chr. 3:19 (17–19); synonymous, meaning 2 a Gen. 25:19. Ezra 2:2 (1–2); “Anointed One.” b tg Israel, Judah, Hag. 1:1. 17 a tg Book of People of. 16 a Luke 3:23 (23–38). Remembrance. 3 a Ruth 4:18; b 1 Ne. 11:18 (14–21); 18 a jst Matt. 2:1 Now, 1 Chr. 2:4 (4–15). Mosiah 3:8. as it is written, the b Gen. 38:30. c Luke 20:14; birth of . . . c 1 Chr. 2:9. D&C 93:14 (3–17). b D&C 20:1. 4 a Num. 1:7. d jst Matt. 1:4 . . . as the c gr in this way. 5 a Ruth 4:21. prophets have written, Matthew 1:19–2:9 1188 Joseph, before they came together, Bethlehem—Jesus is taken to Naza- she was found with child of the reth to dwell. Holy Ghost. Now when Jesus was a born in Beth- 19 Then Joseph her husband, be- lehem of Judæa in the days of Herod ing a just man, and not willing to the king, behold, there came wise make her a publick a example, b was minded to c put her away privily. men from the east to Jerusalem, 2 Saying, a Where is he that is born 20 But while he thought on these b King of the Jews? for we have seen things, behold, the angel of the Lord his c star in the east, and are come appeared unto him in a a dream, to d worship him. saying, Joseph, thou son of b David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy 3 When Herod the king had heard wife: for that which is conceived in these things, he was troubled, and all her is of the c Holy Ghost. Jerusalem with him. 21 And she shall bring forth a 4 aAnd when he had gathered all son, and thou shalt call his a name the chief priests and scribes of the b Jesus: for he shall c save his people people together, he b demanded of from their sins. them where Christ should be born. 22 Now all this was done, that it 5 And they said unto him, In Beth- might be fulfilled which was spoken lehem of Judæa: for thus it is writ- of the Lord by the prophet, saying, ten by the prophet, 23 a Behold, a b virgin shall be with 6 And thou aBethlehem, in the land child, and shall bring forth a son, of b Juda, art not the least among and they shall call his c name d Em- the princes of Juda: for out of thee manuel, which being interpreted shall come a c Governor, that shall is, God with us. d rule my people Israel. 24 Then Joseph being raised from 7 Then Herod, when he had priv- sleep did as the angel of the Lord ily called the wise men, inquired had bidden him, and took unto him of them diligently what time the his a wife: star appeared. 8 And he sent them to Bethlehem, 25 And knew her not till she had and said, Go and search diligently brought forth her afirstborn son: and for the young child; and when ye he called his name Jesus. have found him, bring me word again, that I may come and worship Chapter 2 him also. The wise men are directed by a star 9 When they had heard the king, to Jesus—Joseph takes the child to they departed; and, lo, the star, Egypt—Herod slays the children in which they saw in the east, went 19 a tg Example. 23 a Isa. 7:14. D&C 128:22 (22–23); b ie desired to release or b tg Jesus Christ, Moses 7:53. divorce her secretly. Birth of. c Hel. 14:5 (1–2, 5); c Deut. 24:1. c tg Name. 3 Ne. 1:21. 20 a tg Dream. d tg Jesus Christ, d tg Worship. b 2 Ne. 19:7. Prophecies about. 4 a jst Matt. 3:4–6 c Luke 1:35; 24 a Luke 2:5. (Appendix). Alma 7:10. 25 a tg Firstborn. b gr inquired. 21 a tg Jesus Christ, 2 1 a tg Jesus Christ, 6 a tg Jesus Christ, Prophecies about. Birth of. Prophecies about. b Luke 2:21. 2 a jst Matt. 3:2 . . . Where b tg Israel, Judah, c tg Forgive; is the child that is born, People of. Jesus Christ, the Messiah of the c 1 Chr. 5:2; Atonement through; Jews? . . . Micah 5:2; Jesus Christ, Mission of; b Isa. 6:5; John 7:42. Jesus Christ, Redeemer; Jer. 23:5; d gr tend, protect, Jesus Christ, Savior; 2 Ne. 10:14; nurture. Redemption; Salvation. Alma 5:50; 1189 Matthew 2:10–3:3 before them, till it came and stood was spoken by aJeremy the prophet, over where the young child was. saying, 10 When they saw the star, they 18 In a Rama was there a voice rejoiced with exceeding great joy. heard, lamentation, and weeping, 11 ¶ And when they were come and great b mourning, Rachel weep- into the house, they saw the young ing for her c children, and would not child with Mary his mother, and be comforted, because they are not. fell down, and worshipped him: 19 ¶ But when Herod was dead, be- and when they had opened their hold, an angel of the Lord appeareth treasures, they presented unto him in a a dream to Joseph in Egypt, gifts; gold, and a frankincense, and 20 Saying, Arise, and take the young myrrh. child and his mother, and go into 12 And being warned of God in a the a land of Israel: for they are dead a dream that they should not return which sought the young child’s life. to Herod, they departed into their 21 And he arose, and took the own country another way. young child and his mother, and 13 And when they were departed, came into the land of Israel. behold, the angel of the Lord ap- 22 But when he heard that Arche- peareth to Joseph in a dream, say- laus did reign in Judæa in the aroom ing, Arise, and take the young child of his father Herod, he was afraid and his mother, and flee into Egypt, to go thither: notwithstanding, be- and be thou there until I bring thee ing warned of God in a b dream, he word: for Herod will seek the young turned aside into the parts of Galilee: child to destroy him. 23 And he came and dwelt in a 14 When he arose, he took the city called a Nazareth: that it might young child and his mother by night, be fulfilled which was b spoken by and departed into Egypt: the prophets, He shall be called a 15 And was there until the death c Nazarene. of Herod: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by Chapter 3 the prophet, saying, Out of a Egypt John the Baptist preaches in Judæa— have I called my son. Jesus is baptized, and the Father ac- 16 ¶ Then Herod, when he saw claims Him as His Beloved Son. that he was a mocked of the wise men, b was exceeding wroth, and In those days came aJohn the Bap- sent forth, and c slew all the chil- tist, preaching in the wilderness dren that were in Bethlehem, and of Judæa, in all the d coasts thereof, from two 2 And saying, a Repent ye: for the years old and under, according to b kingdom of heaven c is at hand. the time which he had diligently 3 For this is he that was spoken inquired of the wise men. of by the prophet a Esaias, saying, 17 Then was fulfilled that which The b voice of one crying in the 11 a Lev. 2:1. tg Dream. D&C 33:10. 12 a tg Dream. 20 a tg Israel, Land of. b Luke 10:9. 15 a tg Jesus Christ, 22 a gr place. tg Kingdom of God, in Prophecies about. b tg Dream. Heaven; Kingdom of 16 a gr deceived by. 23 a 1 Ne. 11:13. God, on Earth. b gr became extremely b tg Scriptures, Lost. c gr has come. angry. c jst Matt. 3:24–26 Isa. 56:1; Matt. 4:17; c tg Tyranny. (Appendix). D&C 39:19. d gr surrounding regions. 3 1 a JS—H 1:72. 3 a See jst Luke 3:4–11 17 a ie Jeremiah. 2 a The Greek word (Appendix). 18 a Jer. 31:15. denotes “a change of tg Foreordination. b tg Mourning. heart or mind,” i.e., “a b Isa. 40:3; Mark 1:3; c Jer. 40:1. conversion.” Luke 3:4; 19 a jst Matt. 3:19 . . . Alma 7:9; 9:25 (25–26); John 1:23; vision . . . Hel. 5:32; D&C 65:3; 88:66. Matthew 3:4–4:2 1190 wilderness, c Prepare ye the way of 12 Whose a fan is in his hand, and the Lord, make his d paths straight. he will throughly purge his floor, 4 And the same John had his a rai- and gather his wheat into the b gar- ment of b camel’s hair, and a leath- ner; but he will burn up the chaff ern girdle about his loins; and his with unquenchable c fire. meat was c locusts and wild honey. 13 ¶ Then cometh Jesus from Gali­ 5 Then went out to him Jerusalem, lee to Jordan unto John, to be a bap- and all Judæa, and all the region tized of him. round about Jordan, 14 But John forbad him, saying, I 6 And were baptized of him in Jor- have need to be baptized of thee, dan, a confessing their sins. and comest thou to me? 7 ¶ But when he saw many of the 15 aAnd Jesus answering said unto Pharisees and Sadducees come to his him, b Suffer it to be so now: for thus a baptism, he said unto them, O b gen- it c becometh us to d fulfil all e righ- eration of vipers, who hath c warned teousness. Then he suffered him. you to flee from the wrath to come? 16 And Jesus, when he was a bap- 8 a Bring forth therefore fruits tized, went up b straightway out of b meet for c repentance: the water: and, lo, the heavens were 9 And think not to say within opened unto him, and he saw the yourselves, We have Abraham a to c Spirit of God descending like a our father: for I say unto you, that d dove, and lighting upon him: God is able of these stones to raise 17 And lo a a voice from heaven, up children unto Abraham. saying, This is my b beloved c Son, 10 And now also the axe is laid in whom I am well pleased. unto the root of the trees: therefore every tree which abringeth not forth Chapter 4 good fruit is b hewn down, and cast Jesus fasts forty days and is tempted— into the fire. 11 a I indeed b baptize you with wa- He begins His ministry, calls disciples, ter unto c repentance: but d he that and heals the sick. cometh after me is mightier than Then was Jesus a led up of the Spirit I, whose shoes I am not e worthy to into the wilderness b to be c tempted bear: he shall f baptize you with the of the devil. Holy Ghost, and with g fire: 2 And when he had a fasted b forty 3 c 1 Ne. 10:8 (7–10); b Luke 13:7; 16 a tg Baptism; D&C 34:6; 65:1 (1–2); 84:26. Jacob 5:42 (42–66). Baptism, Immersion. d Alma 7:19 (9, 19). 11 a jst Matt. 3:38–40 b gr immediately. 4 a gr garment. See also (Appendix). c tg God, Spirit of. 2 Kgs. 1:8. b Acts 19:3 (1–7); d tg Holy Ghost, Dove, b Zech. 13:4. 2 Ne. 31:5 (5–10). Sign of. c Lev. 11:22. c tg Baptism, Qualifica- 17 a Mark 9:7; 6 a tg Confession. tions for. Luke 9:35 (34–36). 7 a See jst Matt. 9:18–21 d See jst John 1:27–34 tg God, Body of, (Appendix). (Appendix). Corporeal Nature; Luke 7:29 (29–30). e tg Worthiness. God, Manifestations of. b gr crop of serpents. f tg Holy Ghost, Baptism of. b Matt. 17:5; 3 Ne. 11:7; Matt. 12:34; 23:33; g D&C 19:31. JS—H 1:17. Alma 9:8; 10:17 (17–25). 12 a Jer. 51:2. tg Witness of the Father. c tg Warn. b gr storehouse. c tg Godhead; God the 8 a jst Matt. 3:34–36 c D&C 43:32; 63:34 (33–34); Father, Elohim; Jesus (Appendix). 101:66. Christ, Divine Sonship. b gr appropriate to, 13 a tg Jesus Christ, Baptism of. 4 1 a tg Guidance, Divine. worthy of. 15 a jst Matt. 3:43–46 b jst Matt. 4:1 . . . to be c tg Baptism, Qualifica- (Appendix). with God. tions for; Repent. b gr Permit it now. c tg Jesus Christ, Tempta­ 9 a gr as our father. c gr is fitting for us. tion of; Temptation; Test. 10 a Alma 5:36 (36–41); d tg Baptism, Essential. 2 a Mosiah 3:7. 3 Ne. 14:19; e tg Jesus Christ, Mission tg Fast, Fasting. D&C 52:18; 97:7. of; Righteousness. b Ex. 24:18. 1191 Matthew 4:3–19 days and forty nights, c he was af- Thou shalt b worship the Lord thy terward an hungred. God, and him only shalt thou serve. 3 And when the a tempter came to 11 Then the devil leaveth him, him, he said, If thou be the Son of a and, behold, b angels came and God, command that these stones be ministered unto him. made b bread. 12 ¶ Now when Jesus had heard 4 But he answered and said, It that John was cast into prison, he is written, a Man shall not b live by departed into a Galilee; c bread alone, but by every d word 13 And leaving Nazareth, he came that proceedeth out of the e mouth and dwelt in Capernaum, which is of God. upon the sea coast, in the borders 5 a Then the devil taketh him up of Zabulon and Nephthalim: into the b holy city, and setteth him 14 That it might be afulfilled which on a pinnacle of the temple, was spoken by Esaias the prophet, 6 aAnd saith unto him, b If thou be saying, the Son of God, cast thyself down: 15 The land of a Zabulon, and the for it is written, He shall give his land of Nephthalim, by the way of angels charge concerning thee: and the sea, beyond Jordan, Galilee of in their hands they shall bear thee the Gentiles; up, lest at any time thou dash thy 16 The people which sat in a dark- foot against a stone. ness saw great b light; and to them 7 Jesus said unto him, It is written which sat in the region and shadow again, Thou shalt not a tempt the of death light is sprung up. Lord thy God. 17 ¶ From that time Jesus began 8 aAgain, the devil taketh him up to a preach, and to say, b Repent: for into an exceeding high mountain, the c kingdom of heaven d is at hand. and sheweth him all the b king- 18 ¶ And Jesus, walking by the doms of the world, and the glory of sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, them; Simon called Peter, and Andrew his 9 aAnd saith unto him, All these brother, casting a net into the sea: things will I give thee, if thou wilt for they were a fishers. fall down and worship me. 19 And he saith unto them, aFollow 10 Then saith Jesus unto him, Get me, and I will make you b fishers thee hence, a Satan: for it is written, of men. 2 c jst Matt. 4:2 . . . and D&C 20:22. 12 a Luke 4:14. had communed with God, 7 a D&C 10:29; 24:13 (13–14). 14 a D&C 24:14. he was afterwards an tg Jesus Christ, 15 a Isa. 9:1 (1–2). hungered, and was left to Temptation of; 16 a D&C 57:10. be tempted of the devil. Test. b tg Jesus Christ, Light of 3 a tg Devil. 8 a jst Matt. 4:8 And again, the World; b tg Bread. Jesus was in the Spirit, and Jesus Christ, Prophecies 4 a Deut. 8:3; it taketh him . . . about. D&C 84:44 (43–44). b D&C 10:19. 17 a tg Preaching. b tg Mortality. tg Kings, Earthly. b tg Repent. c tg Bread. 9 a jst Matt. 4:9 And the c tg Kingdom of God, in d tg Revelation. devil came unto him again, Heaven. e tg God, Body of, and said, All . . . d gr has come. Corporeal Nature. 10 a tg Devil. Isa. 56:1; 5 a jst Matt. 4:5 Then Jesus b tg Worship. Matt. 3:2. was taken up into the 11 a jst Matt. 4:11–12 And 18 a tg Skill. holy city, and the Spirit now Jesus knew that John 19 a jst Matt. 4:18 . . . I am setteth him on the was cast into prison, and he of whom it is written pinnacle of the temple. he sent angels, and, by the prophets; follow b Neh. 11:1. behold, they came and me . . . 6 a jst Matt. 4:6 Then the ministered unto him tg Jesus Christ, devil came unto him and [ John]. And Jesus Exemplar. said, If . . . departed into Galilee . . . b tg Apostles; b Matt. 27:40; b tg Angels. Missionary Work. Matthew 4:20–5:12 1192 20 And they straightway left their transcend some aspects of the law of nets, and a followed him. Moses—All are commanded to be per- 21 And going on from thence, he fect like their Father in Heaven. saw other two brethren, James the son of a Zebedee, and John his brother, a And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he in a ship with Zebedee their father, was set, his disciples came unto mending their nets; and he b called him: them. 22 And they immediately left the 2 And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying, ship and their father, and followed 3 a Blessed are the b poor in spirit: him. 23 ¶ And Jesus went about all aGali­ for theirs is the c kingdom of heaven. lee, b teaching in their synagogues, 4 Blessed are they that a mourn: for and c preaching the gospel of the they shall be b comforted. kingdom, and d healing all manner 5 Blessed are the a meek: for they shall inherit the b earth. of e sickness and all manner of dis- 6 Blessed are they which do a hun- ease among the f people. ger and thirst after b righteousness: 24 And his fame went throughout all Syria: and they brought unto him for they shall be filled. all sick people that were taken with 7 Blessed are the amerciful: for they shall obtain mercy. divers diseases and torments, and 8 Blessed are the a pure in b heart: those which were possessed with for they shall c see God. a devils, and those which were luna- tic, and those that had the b palsy; 9 Blessed are the a peacemakers: and he c healed them. for they shall be called the b chil- dren of God. 25 And there followed him great 10 Blessed are they which are a per- multitudes of people from Galilee, secuted for b righteousness’ sake: for and from Decapolis, and from Jeru- c theirs is the kingdom of heaven. salem, and from Judæa, and from 11 Blessed are ye, when men shall beyond Jordan. a revile you, and persecute you, and Chapter 5 shall say all manner of b evil against you falsely, c for my sake. Jesus preaches the Sermon on the 12 aRejoice, and be exceeding glad: Mount—Its teachings replace and for great is your b reward in heaven: 20 a tg Commitment. b ie poor in pride, humble b tg Good Works; 21 a John 21:2. in spirit; Righteousness. b tg Called of God. 3 Ne. 12:3 reads “. . . the 7 a tg Mercy. 23 a Luke 4:44. poor in spirit who come 8 a tg Chastity; Cleanliness; b Matt. 9:35. unto me.” Purity. c D&C 71:1. James 2:5 (1–9); b tg Heart. d tg Heal; Miracle. D&C 56:18 (18–20); 88:17. c tg God, Presence of; e tg Sickness. tg Contrite Heart; God, Privilege of Seeing. f jst Matt. 4:22 . . . people Humility; Poor in Spirit. 9 a tg Contentment; Peace; which believed on his c tg Kingdom of God, in Peacemakers. name. Heaven. b tg Sons and Daughters 24 a Matt. 8:16 (16, 28, 33); 4 a tg Mourning; of God. 9:32 (32–34). Sorrow. 10 a tg Affliction; b gr paralysis. b tg Comfort. Persecution. c Mosiah 3:5 (5–6). 5 a gr gentle, forgiving, or b tg Righteousness. 5 1 a 3 Ne. 12:1 (1–48). benevolent; the Hebrew c D&C 6:37; 10:55. 3 a The Latin beatus is the in Ps. 37:11 characterizes 11 a tg Malice; Reviling. basis of the English as the humble those b tg Backbiting; Slander. “beatitude,” meaning who have suffered. c gr on account of me. “to be fortunate,” “to tg Meek. 12 a 2 Ne. 9:18. be happy,” or “to be b tg Earth, Destiny of. tg Joy. blessed.” 6 a 3 Ne. 12:6. b D&C 84:38. tg Blessing. tg Teachable. tg Reward. 1193 Matthew 5:13–28 for so c persecuted they the prophets the righteousness of the b scribes and which were before you. Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter 13 ¶ Ye are the a salt of the earth: into the kingdom of heaven. but if the salt have lost his savour, 21 ¶ Ye have heard that it was said wherewith shall it be salted? it is by them of old time, Thou a shalt not thenceforth good for nothing, but b kill; and whosoever shall kill shall to be cast out, and to be trodden be c in danger of the judgment: under foot of men. 22 But I say unto you, That who- 14 Ye are the a light of the world. soever is a angry with his brother A city that is set on an hill cannot b without a cause shall be c in dan- be hid. ger of the judgment: and whoso- 15 Neither do men light a a candle, ever shall say to his brother, d Raca, and put it under a bushel, but on a shall be e in danger of the council: candlestick; and it giveth light unto but whosoever shall say, Thou fool, all that are in the house. shall be in danger of hell fire. 16 Let your a light so shine before 23 Therefore if thou bring thy men, that they may see your good gift to the altar, and there remem- b works, and c glorify your Father berest that thy brother hath ought which is in heaven. against thee; 17 ¶ Think not that I am come to 24 Leave there thy gift before the a destroy the b law, or the prophets: altar, and go thy way; first be a rec- I am not come to destroy, but to onciled to thy brother, and then fulfil. come and offer thy gift. 18 For verily I say unto you, Till 25 aAgree with thine adversary heaven and earth pass, one jot or quickly, whiles thou art in the way one tittle shall in no wise pass from with him; lest at any time the ad- the a law, till all be b fulfilled. versary deliver thee to the judge, 19 a Whosoever therefore shall and the judge deliver thee to the b break one of these least command- officer, and thou be cast into prison. ments, and shall c teach men so, 26 Verily I say unto thee, Thou he shall be called the least in the shalt by no means come out thence, kingdom of heaven: but whosoever till thou hast paid a the uttermost shall do and d teach them, the same farthing. shall be called great in the kingdom 27 ¶ Ye have heard that it was said of heaven. by them of old time, Thou shalt not 20 For I say unto you, That except commit a adultery: your a righteousness shall exceed 28 But I say unto you, That 12 c tg Persecution. b D&C 1:38. words “without a 13 a See Lev. 2:13 and 19 a jst Matt. 5:21 cause.” Num. 18:19, where (Appendix). c gr subject to salt is a token of the b tg Sin. condemnation. covenant and was part c 2 Ne. 28:15 (12, 15). d A word suggesting of sacrificial ritual. d tg Missionary Work. contempt or derision tg Salt. 20 a tg Righteousness. in both Aramaic and 14 a tg Mission of Early b tg Scribe. Greek. Saints. 21 a tg Commandments of e ie subject to the 15 a Luke 11:33 (33–34). God. Sanhedrin. 16 a 3 Ne. 18:24. b tg Blood, Shedding of; 24 a Matt. 18:15 (15–18). tg Children of Light; Murder. tg Forgive; Example; c gr subject to Reconciliation. Light [noun]. condemnation. 25 a gr Quickly have kind b 1 Pet. 2:12. 22 a Prov. 29:22 (21–23); thoughts for, or be tg Good Works. 3 Ne. 12:22 (21–24). well disposed toward. c John 15:8. tg Anger; tg Communication; 17 a D&C 10:52 (52, 54). Rashness. Disputations. b tg Law of Moses. b jst Matt. 5:24 and 26 a gr the last penny. 18 a tg Law of Moses. 3 Ne. 12:22 omit the 27 a D&C 42:22 (22–26). Matthew 5:29–45 1194 whosoever a looketh on a b woman to 36 Neither shalt thou swear by thy c lust after her hath committed dadul- head, because thou canst not make tery with her already in his heart. one hair white or black. 29 And if thy right eye aoffend thee, 37 But let your acommunication be, pluck it out, and cast it from thee: Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever for it is profitable for thee that one is more than these cometh b of evil. of thy members should perish, and 38 ¶ Ye have heard that it hath not that thy whole body should be been said, An a eye for an eye, and cast into b hell. a tooth for a tooth: 30 And if thy right a hand offend 39 But I say unto you, That ye re- thee, cut it off, and cast it from thee: sist not a evil: but whosoever shall for it is profitable for thee that one smite thee on thy right bcheek, cturn of thy members should perish, and to him the other also. not that thy whole body should be 40 And if any man will sue thee cast into b hell. at the law, and take away thy coat, 31 It hath been said, Whosoever let him have thy cloak also. shall put away his wife, let him 41 And whosoever shall compel give her a writing of a divorcement: thee to go a mile, go with him twain. 32 But I say unto you, That who- 42 a Give to him that asketh thee, soever shall a put away his b wife, and from him that would b borrow saving for the cause of c fornication, of thee turn not thou away. causeth her to commit adultery: and 43 ¶ Ye have heard that it hath whosoever shall marry her that is been said, Thou shalt a love thy divorced committeth adultery. b neighbour, and hate thine enemy. 33 ¶ Again, ye have heard that it 44 But I say unto you, a Love your hath been said by them of old time, b enemies, c bless them that d curse Thou shalt not a forswear thyself, you, do egood to them that fhate you, but shalt b perform unto the Lord and g pray for them which despite- thine c oaths: fully use you, and h persecute you; 34 But I say unto you, a Swear not 45 That ye a may be the b children at all; neither by heaven; for it is of your Father which is in heaven: God’s b throne: for he maketh his sun to rise on 35 Nor by the earth; for it is his the evil and on the good, and sen- a footstool: neither by Jerusalem; deth c rain on the just and on the for it is the b city of the great King. unjust. 28 a D&C 63:16 (16–17). 31 a tg Divorce. c tg Forbear. b tg Body, Sanctity of; 32 a Ezek. 44:22. 42 a tg Almsgiving; Woman. b D&C 42:74. Generosity; Poor. c Mosiah 4:30 (29–30). c 1 Cor. 7:10 (10–11). b tg Borrow; Debt. tg Carnal Mind; tg Fornication. 43 a D&C 112:11. Chastity; Fornication; 33 a gr break your oath, or b tg Neighbor. Lust; Motivations; perjure yourself. 44 a tg Love. Sensuality. Ps. 139:20. b tg Enemies; Opposition. d tg Adulterer; b tg Dedication. c tg Retribution. Sexual Immorality. c Deut. 23:21. d tg Curse. 29 a gr cause to stumble; see tg Oath. e tg Benevolence. also Matt. 18:6–9. 34 a tg Honesty; Profanity; f tg Hate. tg Offense. Swearing. g Job 42:10; b tg Damnation; Hell. b Isa. 66:1. Acts 7:60 (55–60). 30 a Matt. 18:8; 35 a Isa. 60:13; Ezek. 43:7. tg Prayer. jst Matt. 18:9 (Matt. 18:9 b Ps. 48:2. h tg Persecution. note a). 37 a tg Communication. 45 a gr may become; see b jst Matt. 5:33–34 . . . hell. b gr from the evil one. Mosiah 5:7. And now this I speak, a 38 a Lev. 24:20; b tg Sons and Daughters parable concerning your 3 Ne. 12:38 (38–40). of God. sins; wherefore, cast them tg Punish. c Job 2:10; 2 Ne. 2:11; from you, that ye may not 39 a tg Evil. Alma 60:13; be hewn down and cast b Lam. 3:30. D&C 5:22; 29:39; into the fire. tg Patience. 122:7 (5–9). 1195 Matthew 5:46–6:12 46 For if ye a love them which love in secret himself shall b reward thee you, what reward have ye? do not openly. even the publicans the same? 5 ¶ And when thou prayest, thou 47 And if ye salute your brethren shalt not be as the a hypocrites are: only, what do ye more than others? for they love to pray standing in do not even the publicans so? the synagogues and in the corners 48 a Be ye therefore b perfect, even of the streets, that they may be seen as your c Father which is in heaven of men. Verily I say unto you, They is d perfect. have their reward. 6 But thou, when thou prayest, Chapter 6 enter into thy acloset, and when thou hast b shut thy door, c pray to thy Jesus continues the Sermon on the Father which is in d secret; and Mount—He teaches the disciples the thy Father which e seeth in secret Lord’s Prayer—They are commanded shall f reward thee openly. to seek first the kingdom of God and 7 But when ye pray, use not vain His righteousness. a repetitions, as the b heathen do: for a Take heed that ye do not your balms they think that they shall be heard before men, to be seen of them: oth- for their much speaking. erwise ye have no reward of your 8 Be not ye therefore like unto Father which is in heaven. them: for your Father a knoweth 2 Therefore when thou doest thine what things ye have b need of, be- alms, do not sound a trumpet be- fore ye ask him. fore thee, as the a hypocrites do in 9 aAfter this manner therefore the synagogues and in the streets, b pray ye: Our c Father which art in that they may have b glory of men. heaven, d Hallowed be thy e name. Verily I say unto you, They have 10 Thy a kingdom come. Thy their reward. b will be done c in earth, as it is in 3 But when thou doest alms, let heaven. not thy left hand know what thy 11 Give us this day our daily right hand doeth: a bread. 4 That thine a alms may be in 12 And forgive us our a debts, as secret: and thy Father which seeth we b forgive our debtors. 46 a Prov. 19:6. 3 Ne. 13:1 (1–34). Alma 31:20; 48 a jst Matt. 5:50 Ye are b gr righteousness, acts 3 Ne. 19:24. therefore commanded to of religious devotion. b tg Heathen. be perfect . . . tg Almsgiving; 8 a D&C 84:83 (81–86). b gr complete, finished, Generosity; Motivations; tg God, Intelligence of; fully developed. Poor. God, Omniscience of. D&C 67:13. 2 a gr pretenders; the b Ps. 23:1. tg God, the Standard Greek word means “a 9 a ie It is in this way that of Righteousness; play actor,” or “one you ought to pray. Godliness; Man, New, who feigns, represents b tg Prayer. Spiritually Reborn; dramatically, or c tg God the Father, Man, Potential to exaggerates a part.” Elohim. Become like Heavenly tg Hypocrisy. d gr Let Thy name be Father; b D&C 121:35 (34–35). sanctified. Mission of Early Saints; 4 a tg Welfare. e tg Name. Objectives; b Luke 14:14. 10 a tg Kingdom of God, Perfection. 5 a Alma 31:14 (14–22). on Earth; c tg God the Father, 6 a Alma 33:7 (4–11); Millennium. Elohim. 34:26 (17–27). b tg God, Will of. d tg God, Perfection of. b 2 Kgs. 4:33. c gr on earth. 6 1 a jst Matt. 6:1 And it came c tg Prayer. 11 a tg Bread. to pass that, as Jesus d tg Meditation. 12 a gr debts, offenses, taught his disciples, he e tg God, Omniscience of. faults, or sins. said unto them, Take f tg Reward. tg Debt. heed . . . 7 a Eccl. 5:2; b tg Forgive. Matthew 6:13–31 1196 13 aAnd b lead us not into c tempta- 23 But if thine eye be evil, thy tion, d but deliver us from evil: For whole body shall be full of dark- thine is the kingdom, and the power, ness. If therefore the light that is and the e glory, for ever. Amen. in thee be darkness, how great is 14 For if ye a forgive men their that a darkness! trespasses, your heavenly Father 24 ¶ a No man can b serve two c mas- will also forgive you: ters: for either he will d hate the 15 But if ye a forgive not men their one, and love the other; or else he trespasses, neither will your Father will hold to the one, and despise forgive your trespasses. the other. Ye cannot serve God and 16 ¶ Moreover when ye fast, be not, e mammon. as the hypocrites, of a sad counte- 25 a Therefore I say unto you, Take nance: for they disfigure their faces, no b thought for your life, what ye that they may appear unto men to shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor a fast. Verily I say unto you, They yet for your body, what ye shall put b have their reward. on. Is not the life more than meat, 17 But thou, when thou fastest, and the body than raiment? anoint thine head, and wash thy 26 Behold the fowls of the air: for face; they sow not, neither do they reap, 18 That thou appear not unto men nor gather into barns; yet your heav- to a fast, but unto thy Father which enly Father feedeth them. Are ye is in secret: and thy Father, which not much better than they ? seeth in secret, shall b reward thee 27 Which of you by taking thought openly. can add one cubit unto his stature? 19 ¶ Lay not up for yourselves 28 And why take ye thought for a treasures upon earth, where moth raiment? a Consider the lilies of the and rust doth corrupt, and where field, how they grow; they toil not, thieves b break through and steal: neither do they spin: 20 But lay up for yourselves a trea- 29 And yet I say unto you, That sures in heaven, where neither moth even Solomon in all his glory was nor rust doth corrupt, and where not arrayed like one of these. thieves do not break through nor 30 Wherefore, if God so clothe the b steal: grass of the field, which to day is, 21 For where your treasure is, there and to morrow is cast into the oven, will your heart be also. a shall he not much more clothe you, 22 The light of the body is the eye: O ye of little b faith? if therefore thine aeye be bsingle, thy 31 Therefore take no thought, say- whole body shall be full of c light. ing, What shall we eat? or, What 13 a jst Matt. 6:14 And suffer Finances in. c Alma 5:39 (39–42). us not to be led into b gr dig through (as an d tg Hate. temptation . . . earthen wall). e tg Idolatry; Treasure; b Syriac: do not let us 20 a Heb. 10:34; Worldliness. enter into temptation. 1 Pet. 1:4 (1–16). 25 a jst Matt. 6:25–27 c tg Temptation; Test. tg Treasure. (Appendix). d gr but protect us from b tg Stealing. b gr anxious concern. the evil one. 22 a 3 Ne. 13:22; Ps. 55:22; Prov. 16:3; tg Deliver; Evil. Morm. 8:15; Luke 12:22; e 1 Chr. 29:11. D&C 4:5; 59:1 (1–2). Philip. 4:6; tg Glory. b gr healthy, sincere, 3 Ne. 13:25; 14 a tg Forbear. without guile. D&C 84:81. 15 a tg Forgive. jst Matt. 6:22 . . . single tg Self-Sacrifice. 16 a Zech. 7:5 (5–6). to the glory of God . . . 28 a tg Meditation. b gr receive. tg Dedication. 30 a jst Matt. 6:34 . . . how 18 a tg Fast, Fasting; c D&C 93:28 (28, 36–38). much more will he not Motivations. 23 a tg Darkness, Spiritual. provide for you, if ye are b tg Reward. 24 a tg Loyalty. not of little faith? 19 a tg Family, Managing b tg Service. b tg Faith. 1197 Matthew 6:32–7:12 shall we drink? or, Wherewithal 4 Or how wilt thou say to thy shall we be clothed? brother, Let me pull out the mote 32 (For after all these things do out of thine eye; and, behold, a beam the Gentiles seek:) for your heav- is in thine own eye? enly Father a knoweth that ye have 5 Thou a hypocrite, first cast out need of all these things. the beam out of thine own eye; and 33 a But b seek ye first the c kingdom then shalt thou see clearly to cast of God, and his d righteousness; and out the mote out of thy brother’s all these e things shall be f added eye. unto you. 6 ¶ a Give not that which is b holy 34 Take therefore no thought for unto the dogs, neither cast ye your the morrow: for the morrow shall c pearls before swine, lest they tram- take a thought for the things of it- ple them under their feet, and turn self. Sufficient unto the day is the again and rend you. evil thereof. 7 ¶ aAsk, and it shall be b given you; c seek, and ye shall find; d knock, and Chapter 7 it shall be opened unto you: Jesus concludes the Sermon on the 8 For every one that asketh receiv- Mount—He commands, Judge not; ask eth; and he that a seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall of God; beware of false prophets—He be opened. promises salvation to those who do the 9 Or what man is there of you, will of the Father. whom if his son ask a bread, will he a Judge not, that ye be not b judged. give him a stone? 2 For with what a judgment ye 10 Or if he ask a fish, will he give judge, ye shall be judged: and with him a serpent? what b measure ye mete, it shall be 11 If ye then, a being evil, know c measured to you again. how to give good gifts unto your 3 aAnd why beholdest thou the children, how much more shall your b mote that is in thy brother’s eye, Father which is in heaven give good but considerest not the c beam that things to them that ask him? is in thine own eye? 12 Therefore all things awhatsoever 32 a Hel. 8:8; D&C 84:83. tg Abundant Life. 5 a tg Hypocrisy. 33 a jst Matt. 6:38 Wherefore, 34 a D&C 84:84. 6 a jst Matt. 7:9–11 seek not the things of this 7 1 a jst Matt. 7:1–2 Now (Appendix). world but seek ye first to these are the words which b tg Holiness; Sacred; build up the kingdom of Jesus taught his disciples Sacrilege. God, and to establish his that they should say unto c Prov. 23:9; righteousness . . . the people. Judge not Matt. 15:26 (26–28); b 1 Kgs. 3:13; unrighteously, that ye D&C 6:12 (10–12); Alma 39:14 (12–14); be not judged; but judge 10:37 (36–37); 41:6. D&C 6:7 (6–7); 11:23; righteous judgment. 7 a jst Matt. 7:12–17 68:31 (31–32); 106:3. Alma 41:14 (14–15); (Appendix). tg Commitment; 3 Ne. 14:1 (1–27); Isa. 58:9 (8–9); Dedication; D&C 11:12. Hel. 10:5 (4–11); Priesthood, Magnifying b tg Accountability. D&C 6:5. Callings within. 2 a tg Judgment. tg Faith; God, c Col. 3:2. b Prov. 11:25; D&C 1:10. Access to; Prayer; tg Mission of Early c Esth. 7:10; 1 Ne. 14:3; Problem-Solving. Saints; Objectives. D&C 10:26 (25–27). b tg Revelation. d Prov. 21:21. 3 a jst Matt. 7:4–8 c tg Meditation; tg God, the Standard (Appendix). Objectives; Study. of Righteousness; b gr speck, chip, or d tg Learn. Righteousness. splinter. 8 a tg Education. e Prov. 28:10. tg Gossip. 9 a tg Bread. tg Blessing. c The Greek word refers 11 a gr although you are f 2 Ne. 5:11 (10–13); to a wooden beam used wicked. Mosiah 2:41. in constructing houses. 12 a tg Good Works. Matthew 7:13–27 1198 ye would that b men should c do to 21 ¶ Not every one that a saith unto you, d do ye even so to them: for this me, b Lord, Lord, shall enter into the is the e law and the prophets. kingdom of heaven; but he that c do- 13 ¶ Enter ye in at the a strait b gate: eth the d will of my Father which is for wide is the gate, and broad is the in e heaven. way, that leadeth to cdestruction, and 22 Many will say to me in that day, many there be which go in thereat: Lord, Lord, have we not aprophesied 14 Because a strait is the b gate, and in thy name? and in thy b name have narrow is the way, which leadeth cast out devils? and in thy name unto c life, and few there be that done many wonderful works? find it. 23 aAnd then will I profess unto 15 ¶ Beware of a false prophets, them, I never knew you: b depart which come to you in b sheep’s from me, ye that work c iniquity. clothing, but c inwardly they are 24 ¶ Therefore whosoever aheareth ravening d wolves. these sayings of mine, and b doeth 16 Ye shall a know them by their them, c I will liken him unto a d wise b fruits. Do men gather grapes of man, which e built his house upon thorns, or figs of thistles? f a rock: 17 Even so every good tree bringeth 25 And the a rain descended, and forth agood bfruit; but a ccorrupt tree the floods came, and the winds bringeth forth d evil fruit. blew, and b beat upon that house; 18 A good tree cannot bring forth and it fell not: for it was founded evil fruit, neither can a corrupt tree upon a c rock. bring forth good fruit. 26 And every one that heareth 19 Every tree that bringeth not these sayings of mine, and doeth forth good a fruit is b hewn down, them not, shall be likened unto a and cast into the fire. a foolish man, which built his house 20 Wherefore by their a fruits ye upon the sand: shall know them. 27 And the rain descended, and 12 b tg Marriage, Continuing tg Good Works. according to their works. Courtship in. 17 a The Greek wording 22 a Jer. 23:25 (25–32). c Deut. 15:15 (12–15); carries the meaning of tg Unrighteous Prov. 24:29. beautiful, precious fruit Dominion. tg Citizenship; without blemish. b D&C 84:67. Courtesy; b Matt. 12:33; tg Name. Kindness. 3 Ne. 14:20 (17–20). 23 a jst Matt. 7:33 And then d tg Benevolence. c gr decayed, rotten, stale. will I say, Ye never knew e tg Law of Moses. d gr bad, spoiled, me . . . 13 a gr narrow; see also degenerate. Ps. 101:4; Matt. 25:12; 2 Ne. 31:17–21. 19 a Luke 3:9; John 15:2 (1–6); Mosiah 26:27 (23–27); b Luke 13:24; 3 Ne. 27:33; Jacob 5:26 (26–60); 3 Ne. 14:23. D&C 22:4 (1–4); 43:7. Alma 5:36; D&C 97:7. b Ps. 119:115. c D&C 132:25. b Luke 13:7. tg Judgment, the Last. tg Hell. 20 a James 2:18 (14–26); c gr lawlessness. 14 a Mosiah 3:17. 1 Jn. 3:10 (10–18). tg Sin. b 1 Ne. 8:20 (19–24); 21 a Titus 1:16. 24 a Mosiah 4:10; 2 Ne. 33:9. tg Hypocrisy; Hel. 5:12 (9–12); tg Baptism, Essential. Sincere. D&C 41:5. c Jer. 21:8. b Hosea 8:2 (1–4); Luke 6:46. b tg Commitment; 15 a tg False Prophets. c Luke 8:21 (9–21); Obedience. b tg Sheep. D&C 138:4. c gr he will resemble. c tg Hypocrisy. tg Duty; Good Works; d tg Wisdom. d tg Guile. Obedience. e D&C 6:34; 11:24. 16 a gr recognize, detect. d tg God, Will of. f gr the rock. tg Discernment, e jst Matt. 7:30–31 . . . 3 Ne. 11:39 (39–40). Spiritual. heaven. For the day 25 a D&C 90:5. b Prov. 20:11; soon cometh, that men b tg Adversity. Jer. 28:9 (8–9); Luke 6:44; shall come before me to c tg Rock. Moro. 7:6 (5–17). judgment, to be judged 26 a tg Foolishness. 1199 Matthew 7:28–8:16 the floods came, and the winds blew, Lord, I am not a worthy that thou and beat upon that a house; and it shouldest come under my roof: but b fell: and great was the fall of it. speak the word only, and my ser- 28 And it came to pass, when Jesus vant shall be b healed. had ended athese sayings, the people 9 For I am a man under a authority, were b astonished at his c doctrine: having soldiers under me: and I say 29 For he taught them as one having to this man, Go, and he goeth; and a authority, and not as b the scribes. to another, Come, and he cometh; and to my servant, Do this, and he Chapter 8 doeth it. Jesus heals a leper, cures the centurion’s 10 a When Jesus heard it, he mar- velled, and said to them that fol- servant and others, stills the tempest, lowed, Verily I say unto you, I have and casts out devils—The devils enter not found so great b faith, no, not a herd of swine. in Israel. When he was come down from the 11 And I say unto you, That a many mountain, great multitudes fol- shall come from the east and west, lowed him. and shall sit down with Abraham, 2 And, behold, there came a a leper and Isaac, and Jacob, in the king- and worshipped him, saying, Lord, dom of heaven. if thou wilt, thou canst make me 12 But the a children of the king- clean. dom shall be cast out into b outer 3 And Jesus put forth his hand, and darkness: there shall be c weeping touched him, saying, I will; be thou and gnashing of teeth. clean. And immediately his leprosy 13 And Jesus said unto the centu- was a cleansed. rion, Go thy way; and as thou hast 4 And Jesus saith unto him, See believed, so be it done unto thee. thou tell no man; but go thy way, And his servant was healed in the shew thyself to the priest, and offer selfsame hour. the gift that Moses commanded, for 14 ¶ And when Jesus was come a testimony unto them. into Peter’s house, he saw his a wife’s 5 ¶ And when Jesus was entered mother b laid, and sick of a fever. into Capernaum, there came unto 15 And he a touched her hand, and him a centurion, beseeching him, the fever left her: and she arose, and 6 And saying, Lord, my a servant ministered unto them. lieth at home sick of the b palsy, 16 ¶ When the even was come, they grievously tormented. brought unto him many that were 7 And Jesus saith unto him, I will possessed with a devils: and he cast come and heal him. out the b spirits with his word, and 8 The centurion answered and said, c healed all that were sick: 27 a Prov. 14:11. tg Scribe. D&C 45:9. b tg Apostasy of 8 2 a tg Leprosy. 12 a 2 Ne. 30:2. Individuals. 3 a tg Miracle. b Matt. 22:13 (1–14); 28 a jst Matt. 7:36 . . . these 6 a gr child, servant, son; D&C 77:8; 133:72. sayings with his disciples, see John 4:43–54. c Isa. 65:14; the people . . . b gr paralysis. Matt. 13:42; b Matt. 13:54. 8 a gr fit, qualified. Rev. 19:20; c John 7:16; 2 Ne. 31:21. b tg Heal. D&C 112:24. 29 a jst Matt. 7:37 . . . author- 9 a tg Authority. 14 a 1 Cor. 9:5; ity from God, and not as 10 a jst Matt. 8:9 And when 1 Tim. 4:3. having authority from the they that followed him, b gr lying sick and scribes. heard this, they marveled. feverish. tg Jesus Christ, Au- And when Jesus . . . 15 a gr took hold of. thority of; Jesus Christ, b 3 Ne. 17:8 (5–20). 16 a Matt. 4:24; 9:32 (32–34). Teaching Mode of; 11 a Luke 13:29 (28–30); b tg Spirits, Evil or Teaching with the Spirit. Acts 10:45; Unclean. b gr their scribes. 2 Ne. 10:18 (9–18); c tg Heal. Matthew 8:17–9:4 1200 17 That it might be fulfilled which saying, What have we to do with was spoken by Esaias the prophet, thee, Jesus, thou Son of God? art saying, a Himself took our b infirmi- thou come hither to torment us be- ties, and bare our c sicknesses. fore a the time? 18 ¶ Now when Jesus saw great 30 And there was a good way off multitudes about him, he gave from them an herd of many swine commandment to depart unto the feeding. other side. 31 So the devils besought him, 19 And a certain scribe came, and saying, If thou cast us out, suffer us said unto him, Master, I will a follow to go away into the herd of swine. thee whithersoever thou goest. 32 And he said unto them, Go. 20 And Jesus saith unto him, The And when they were come out, they foxes have holes, and the birds of went into the herd of swine: and, the air have nests; but the Son of behold, the whole herd of swine ran man hath not where to lay his head. violently down a steep place into 21 And another of his disciples said the sea, and perished in the waters. unto him, Lord, a suffer me first to 33 And they that kept them fled, go and bury my father. and went their ways into the city, and 22 But Jesus said unto him, a Fol- told every thing, and what was be- low me; and let the b dead bury fallen to the possessed of the devils. their dead. 34 And, behold, the whole city 23 ¶ And when he was entered into came out to a meet Jesus: and when a ship, his disciples followed him. they saw him, they besought him that 24 And, behold, there arose a great he would depart out of their b coasts. a tempest in the sea, insomuch that the ship was covered with the waves: Chapter 9 but he was asleep. Jesus forgives sins, heals a paralytic, 25 And his disciples came to him, and calls Matthew—Jesus eats with sin- and awoke him, saying, Lord, save ners, heals a woman who touches His us: we perish. garments, and raises Jairus’s daughter 26 And he saith unto them, Why to life—He opens the eyes of the blind, are ye a fearful, O ye of little faith? casts out a devil, and preaches the gospel. Then he arose, and b rebuked the winds and the sea; and there was a And he entered into a ship, and great calm. passed over, and came into his own 27 But the men marvelled, say- city. ing, What manner of man is this, 2 And, behold, they brought to him that even the winds and the a sea a man sick of the a palsy, lying on obey him! a bed: and Jesus seeing their b faith 28 ¶ And when he was come to said unto the sick of the palsy; Son, the other side into the country of be of good c cheer; thy d sins be for- the Gergesenes, there met him two given thee. possessed with a devils, coming out 3 And, behold, certain of the of the tombs, exceeding fierce, so scribes said within themselves, This that no man might pass by that way. man blasphemeth. 29 And, behold, they cried out, 4 And Jesus a knowing their 17 a gr He Himself. 22 a tg Commitment. Unclean. b tg Jesus Christ, b tg Death. 29 a gr the appointed hour. Atonement through. 24 a Jonah 1:4; 34 a John 12:18. c tg Sickness. 1 Ne. 18:13 (9–13). b gr lands, regions. 19 a Luke 9:57; 26 a tg Courage; Fearful. 9 2 a gr stroke, paralysis. 2 Ne. 31:10 (10–13); b Ps. 65:7; 89:9; 107:29. b Luke 7:50. Moro. 7:11; tg God, Power of. c D&C 68:6; 112:4. D&C 4:3; 56:2. 27 a Hel. 12:16 (8–17). d D&C 25:3; 62:3. 21 a gr let, allow. 28 a tg Spirits, Evil or 4 a tg God, Omniscience of. 1201 Matthew 9:5–24 thoughts said, Wherefore think ye the children of the bridechamber evil in your hearts? mourn, as long as the bridegroom 5 a For whether is easier, to say, is with them? but the days will Thy sins be forgiven thee; or to come, when the bridegroom shall say, Arise, and walk? be taken from them, a and then shall 6 But that ye may know that the they fast. a Son of man hath b power on earth 16 aNo man putteth a piece of bnew to c forgive sins, (then saith he to cloth unto an old garment, for that the sick of the palsy,) Arise, take up which is put in to fill it up taketh thy bed, and go unto thine house. from the garment, and the rent is 7 And he arose, and departed to made worse. his house. 17 Neither do men put new wine 8 But when the multitudes saw into old bottles: else the bottles it, they marvelled, and glorified break, and the wine runneth out, God, which had given such power and the bottles perish: but they put unto men. new wine into new bottles, and both 9 ¶ And as Jesus passed forth are preserved. from thence, he saw a man, named 18 ¶ While he spake these things a Matthew, sitting at the b receipt of unto them, behold, there came a custom: and he saith unto him, Fol- certain a ruler, and worshipped him, low me. And he arose, and followed saying, b My daughter is even now him. dead: but come and lay thy c hand 10 ¶ And it came to pass, as Jesus sat upon her, and she shall d live. at meat in the house, behold, many 19 And Jesus arose, and followed publicans and sinners came and sat him, and so did his disciples. down with him and his disciples. 20 ¶ And, behold, a woman, which 11 And when the Pharisees saw it, was diseased with an aissue of bblood they said unto his disciples, a Why twelve years, came behind him, and eateth your Master with publicans touched the hem of his garment: and sinners? 21 For she said within herself, If I 12 But when Jesus heard that, he may but touch his garment, I shall said unto them, They that be whole be a whole. need not a physician, but they that 22 But Jesus turned him about, are sick. and when he saw her, he said, 13 But go ye and learn what that Daughter, be of good comfort; thy meaneth, a I b will have c mercy, and faith hath made thee a whole. And not sacrifice: for I am not come to the woman was made whole from d call the e righteous, but sinners to that hour. f repentance. 23 And when Jesus came into the 14 ¶ Then came to him the dis- ruler’s house, and saw the minstrels ciples of John, saying, Why do we and the people making a noise, and the Pharisees fast oft, but thy 24 He said unto them, Give place: disciples fast not? for the maid is not dead, but sleepeth. 15 And Jesus said unto them, Can And they a laughed him to scorn. 5 a jst Matt. 9:5 For is it not Isa. 53:3 (1–3); 65:5. daughter is even now easier to say, Thy sins 13 a Hosea 6:6. dying . . . be forgiven thee, than to b gr desire. c tg Administrations to say, Arise and walk? c tg Mercy. the Sick; 6 a tg Jesus Christ, Son of d 1 Tim. 1:15. Hands, Laying on of. Man. e tg Righteousness. d D&C 66:9. b gr authority. tg Jesus f tg Repent. 20 a gr hemorrhage. Christ, Authority of. 15 a tg Fast, Fasting. b Lev. 15:25. c tg Forgive. 16 a jst Matt. 9:18–21 21 a gr free from disease. 9 a Luke 5:27 (27–32). (Appendix). 22 a tg Heal. b gr tax office. b gr unshrunken. 24 a gr ridiculed Him. 11 a See jst Mark 3:21–25 18 a Luke 8:41. 1 Ne. 8:27 (26–27). (Appendix). b jst Matt. 9:24 . . . My tg Laughter. Matthew 9:25–10:5 1202 25 But when the people were put tudes, he was moved with a compas- forth, he went in, and took her by sion on them, because bthey fainted, the hand, and the maid arose. and were scattered abroad, as csheep 26 And the fame hereof went having no d shepherd. abroad into all that land. 37 Then saith he unto his disciples, 27 ¶ And when Jesus departed The a harvest truly is plenteous, but thence, two blind men followed the b labourers are few; him, crying, and saying, Thou Son 38 Pray ye therefore the Lord of of David, have mercy on us. the harvest, that he will send forth 28 And when he was come into the labourers into his harvest. house, the a blind men came to him: and Jesus saith unto them, b Believe Chapter 10 ye that I am able to do this? They said unto him, Yea, Lord. Jesus instructs and empowers the 29 Then touched he their eyes, Twelve Apostles and sends them forth saying, According to your a faith be to preach, minister, and heal the sick— it unto you. Those who receive the Twelve receive 30 And their a eyes were b opened; the Lord. and Jesus c straitly charged them, And when he had a called unto him saying, See that no man know it. his b twelve disciples, he gave them 31 But they, when they were de- c power against d unclean spirits, to parted, a spread abroad his b fame in cast them out, and to e heal all man- all that country. ner of f sickness and all manner of 32 ¶ As they went out, behold, disease. they brought to him a dumb man 2 Now the names of the twelve possessed with a a devil. apostles are these; The first, Simon, 33 And when the devil was cast who is called Peter, and Andrew his out, the dumb spake: and the mul- brother; James the son of Zebedee, titudes marvelled, saying, It was and John his brother; never so seen in Israel. 3 Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, 34 But the Pharisees said, He and Matthew the a publican; James casteth out devils through the prince the son of Alphæus, and Lebbæus, of the devils. whose surname was Thaddæus; 35 And Jesus went about all the 4 Simon the Canaanite, and Judas cities and villages, a teaching in Iscariot, who also a betrayed him. their synagogues, and preaching 5 These twelve Jesus a sent forth, the b gospel of the kingdom, and and commanded them, saying, Go c healing every sickness and every not into the way of the Gentiles, disease among the people. and into any city of the b Samaritans 36 ¶ But when he saw the multi- enter ye not: 28 a Matt. 20:30 (30–34); b D&C 84:80 (79–80); c gr authority over. John 9:1 (1–4); JS—M 1:31. D&C 50:32. Mosiah 3:5; c Mosiah 3:5. tg Authority; 3 Ne. 17:9 (7–10); 36 a tg Compassion. Jesus Christ, Power of; D&C 84:69. b gr they were harassed. Priesthood, Power of. b gr Do you have faith c tg Sheep. d tg Spirits, Evil or that. d tg Jesus Christ, Good Unclean; 29 a tg Faith. Shepherd; Uncleanness. 30 a Ps. 146:8 (1–10). Shepherd. e tg Heal. b tg Heal; 37 a Luke 10:2. f tg Sickness. Miracle. tg Harvest. 3 a gr tax collector. c gr warned them sternly. b Jacob 5:70. 4 a tg Jesus Christ, 31 a Mark 7:36. 10 1 a 1 Ne. 12:7 (6–7); Betrayal of. b John 12:19. Moro. 2:2 (1–3). 5 a 3 Ne. 28:34; 32 a Matt. 4:24; tg Delegation of D&C 107:35. 8:16 (16, 28, 33). Responsibility. b Luke 9:52. 35 a Matt. 4:23. b tg Apostles. 1203 Matthew 10:6–26 6 But go rather to the a lost b sheep and they will scourge you in their of the house of Israel. synagogues; 7 And as ye go, preach, saying, 18 And ye shall be brought before The kingdom of heaven a is at hand. governors and a kings b for my sake, 8 a Heal the sick, cleanse the b lep- for a c testimony against them and ers, raise the dead, c cast out devils: the Gentiles. d freely ye have received, freely egive. 19 But when they deliver you up, 9 Provide neither gold, nor silver, a take no thought how or what ye nor brass in your a purses, shall speak: for it shall be given 10 Nor a scrip for your journey, nei- you in that same hour what ye shall ther two coats, neither shoes, nor yet b speak. staves: for the workman is b worthy 20 For it is not ye that speak, but of his c meat. the a Spirit of your Father which 11 And into whatsoever city or speaketh in you. town ye shall a enter, inquire who 21 And the brother shall deliver in it is worthy; and there abide till up the brother to death, and the ye go thence. father the child: and the children 12 And when ye come into an shall rise up against their parents, house, salute it. and cause them to be put to death. 13 And if the house be worthy, 22 And ye shall be ahated of all men let your peace come upon it: but b for my c name’s sake: but he that if it be not worthy, let your peace d endureth to the end shall be saved. return to you. 23 But when they persecute you 14 And whosoever shall not receive in this city, flee ye into another: for you, nor hear your words, when ye verily I say unto you, Ye shall not depart out of that house or city, have gone over the cities of Israel, shake off the a dust of your b feet. till the Son of man be come. 15 Verily I say unto you, It shall 24 The a disciple is not above his be more tolerable for the land of master, nor the servant above his a Sodom and Gomorrha in the day lord. of judgment, than for that city. 25 It is enough for the disciple athat 16 ¶ Behold, I send you forth as he be as his master, and the servant a sheep in the midst of wolves: be as his lord. If they have called the ye therefore b wise as serpents, and master of the house Beelzebub, how c harmless as doves. much more shall they call them of 17 But beware of men: for they his household? will deliver you up to the councils, 26 Fear them not therefore: for 6 a tg Missionary Work. b Acts 18:6 (5–6); b Ex. 4:12 (12–15); b tg Sheep. D&C 60:15; Mark 13:11; 7 a gr has come. 84:92 (92–93). Luke 21:15 (14–15); 8 a Luke 9:2; D&C 84:68. 15 a Ezek. 16:48. D&C 24:6. b tg Leprosy. 16 a Luke 10:3. tg Teaching. c D&C 84:67. b Jacob 6:12; 20 a tg God, Spirit of; d gr without payment. Alma 18:22; Teaching with the Isa. 55:1. Morm. 9:28; Spirit. e tg Generosity. D&C 111:11. 22 a 1 Ne. 22:5. 9 a Luke 10:4; 22:35 (35–36); c gr guileless. tg Hate; Martyrdom; D&C 24:18; 84:78. 18 a Ps. 119:46; Persecution. 10 a gr traveling bag or Acts 9:15; b gr because of my name. beggar’s bag. D&C 1:23; c tg Name. Mark 6:8. 124:3 (3, 16, 107). d Mark 13:13; b 1 Cor. 9:14. b gr on account of me. 3 Ne. 15:9; c Num. 18:31; Luke 10:7. c gr witness to. D&C 10:4; 53:7. 11 a D&C 24:15. 19 a gr do not be anxiously tg Perseverance; 14 a Luke 10:11 (11–12); concerned. Steadfastness. Acts 13:51; Dan. 3:16; 24 a John 15:20. D&C 75:20 (19–22). Acts 20:24. 25 a gr that he become. Matthew 10:27–11:1 1204 there is nothing a covered, that shall b more than me is not worthy of me: not be revealed; and hid, that and he that c loveth son or daughter shall not be known. more than me is not worthy of me. 27 What I tell you in darkness, that 38 And he that taketh not his speak ye in light: and what ye hear a cross, and followeth after me, is in the ear, that preach ye upon the not b worthy of me. housetops. 39 a He that findeth his life shall 28 And a fear not them which kill b lose it: and he that c loseth his d life the body, but are not able to kill the for my sake shall find it. soul: but rather b fear him which 40 ¶ He that areceiveth you breceiv- is able to c destroy both d soul and eth me, and he that receiveth me body in e hell. receiveth him that sent me. 29 Are not two a sparrows sold for 41 He that a receiveth a prophet a farthing? and one of them shall in the name of a prophet shall re- not fall on the ground without your ceive a prophet’s b reward; and he Father. that receiveth a righteous man in 30 But the very a hairs of your head the name of a righteous man shall are all numbered. receive a righteous man’s reward. 31 Fear ye not therefore, ye are of 42 And whosoever shall give to more a value than many b sparrows. drink unto one of these little ones 32 Whosoever therefore shall a cup of cold water only in the a confess me before men, him will I a name of a disciple, verily I say unto confess also before my Father which you, he shall in no wise b lose his is in heaven. reward. 33 But whosoever shall a deny me before men, him will I also deny be- Chapter 11 fore my Father which is in heaven. Jesus acclaims John as more than a 34 Think not that I am come to prophet—The cities of Chorazin, Beth- send a peace on earth: I came not saida, and Capernaum are rebuked for to send peace, but a sword. 35 For I am come to set a man at unbelief—The Son reveals the Father— variance against his father, and the The yoke of Christ is easy, and His daughter against her mother, and burden is light. the daughter in law against her And it came to pass, when Jesus mother in law. had made an end of commanding 36 And a man’s a foes shall be they his twelve disciples, he departed of his own b household. thence to teach and to a preach in 37 He that aloveth father or mother their cities. 26 a Morm. 5:8. tg Witness. b gr sacrifice. 28 a Isa. 51:7; Jer. 1:8 (7–8); 33 a Rom. 1:16 (15–18); c Luke 9:24 (23–26). Luke 12:4 (4–5). 2 Tim. 2:12 (10–15); tg Loyalty. b Deut. 13:8 (6–11); 2 Ne. 31:14 (12–21); d tg Martyrdom; D&C 3:7 (6–8). D&C 101:5 (1–5). Self-Sacrifice. c tg Devil. 34 a John 7:43. 40 a Luke 9:48; 10:16; d tg Soul. tg Peace. D&C 84:36 (36–38). e tg Hell. 36 a tg Persecution. tg Priesthood, 29 a tg God, Omniscience of. b Micah 7:6. Magnifying Callings 30 a Luke 21:18 (17–18). 37 a tg Love. within; Teachable. 31 a Gen. 39:3 (1–6); b Luke 14:26. b Ex. 16:8. Ps. 37:25; c 1 Sam. 2:29. tg Hospitality. Rom. 8:39 (35–39); 38 a Matt. 16:24; 41 a tg Sustaining Church 1 Ne. 17:3 (1–5, 12–14); Luke 9:23; 14:27; Leaders. Mosiah 2:41; 3 Ne. 12:30; b tg Reward. D&C 121:33. D&C 23:6. 42 a tg Name. b tg Nature, Earth. b tg Worthiness. b Mark 9:41; 32 a gr solemnly covenant 39 a jst Matt. 10:34 He who D&C 84:90. with, promise me. seeketh to save his life . . . 11 1 a tg Missionary Work. 1205 Matthew 11:2–23 2 Now when a John had heard in 13 a For all the b prophets and the the prison the works of Christ, he law c prophesied until John. sent two of his disciples, 14 And if ye will receive it, this is 3 And said unto him, Art thou he a Elias, which was for to come. that should come, or do we look for 15 He that hath ears to a hear, let another? him hear. 4 Jesus answered and said unto 16 ¶ But whereunto shall I liken them, Go and shew John again those this generation? It is like unto chil- a things which ye do hear and see: dren sitting in the markets, and 5 The a blind receive their b sight, calling unto their fellows, and the lame walk, the c lepers are 17 And saying, We have piped cleansed, and the deaf hear, the unto you, and ye have not danced; dead are raised up, and the d poor we have mourned unto you, and ye have the gospel preached to them. have not lamented. 6 And blessed is he, whosoever shall 18 For John came neither eating not be a offended in me. nor drinking, and they say, He hath 7 ¶ And as they departed, Jesus a devil. began to say unto the multitudes 19 The Son of man came eating concerning John, What went ye out and drinking, and they say, Behold into the wilderness to see? A reed a man gluttonous, and a a winebib- shaken with the wind? ber, a friend of b publicans and sin- 8 But what went ye out for to see? ners. But wisdom is justified c of A man clothed in soft raiment? be- her children. hold, they that wear soft clothing are 20 ¶ Then began he to upbraid the in a kings’ houses. a cities wherein most of his mighty 9 But what went ye out for to see? works were done, because they re- A prophet? yea, I say unto you, and pented not: more than a a prophet. 21 Woe unto thee, Chorazin! woe 10 For this is he, of whom it is writ- unto thee, Bethsaida! for if the ten, Behold, I send my a messenger mighty works, which were done before thy face, which shall b pre- in you, had been done in Tyre and pare thy way before thee. Sidon, they would have a repented 11 Verily I say unto you, Among long ago in sackcloth and b ashes. them that are born of a women there 22 But I say unto you, It shall be hath not risen a greater than bJohn more a tolerable for Tyre and Sidon the Baptist: cnotwithstanding he that at the day of judgment, than for is least in the kingdom of heaven is you. greater than he. 23 And thou, Capernaum, which 12 And from the days of John the art a exalted unto heaven, shalt be Baptist until now the kingdom of brought down to b hell: for if the heaven suffereth violence, and a the mighty works, which have been violent take it by force. done in thee, had been done in 2 a Luke 7:18 (18–35). 11 a tg Woman. foretold such violence. 4 a John 5:36. b John 5:35 (32–35). 14 a Luke 1:17. 5 a Ps. 146:8; Isa. 42:7. c gr but he who is less 15 a Ezek. 33:31 (30–33); b tg Sight. important. Heb. 5:11 (11–14); c tg Leprosy. Luke 7:28; D&C 50:26. 2 Ne. 9:31; D&C 1:14. d D&C 35:15. 12 a gr violent men are 19 a gr a drunkard. 6 a Isa. 8:14 (14–15); seizing control of it, or b gr tax collectors. Matt. 24:10. plundering it. c gr by her deeds, works. 8 a tg Kings, Earthly. 13 a jst Matt. 11:13–15 20 a Alma 34:31 (31–36); 9 a Matt. 14:5; 21:26; (Appendix). 3 Ne. 9:3; D&C 84:114. Luke 20:6. b Zech. 7:12; 1 Ne. 3:20; 21 a Ezek. 3:6. 10 a Mal. 3:1; Mark 1:2; Mosiah 15:13. b Job 2:8; 42:6. 1 Ne. 11:27; tg Jesus Christ, 22 a D&C 45:54; 75:22. D&C 35:4; 45:9. Prophecies about. 23 a tg Haughtiness. b Isa. 40:3. c ie The law and prophets b tg Hell. Matthew 11:24–12:11 1206 Sodom, it would have remained At that time Jesus went on the a sab- until this day. bath day through the b corn; and 24 But I say unto you, That it shall his disciples were an hungred, and be more tolerable for the land of began to pluck the c ears of corn, a Sodom in the day of judgment, and to eat. than for thee. 2 But when the Pharisees saw it, 25 ¶ At that time Jesus answered they said unto him, Behold, thy dis- and said, I a thank thee, O Father, ciples do that which is not lawful Lord of heaven and earth, because to do upon the sabbath day. thou hast b hid these things from 3 But he said unto them, Have ye the wise and c prudent, and hast not a read what b David did, when d revealed them unto e babes. he was an hungred, and they that 26 Even so, Father: for so it seemed were with him; good in thy sight. 4 How he entered into the house 27 All a things are delivered unto of God, and did eat the a shewbread, me of my Father: and no man which was not lawful for him to eat, knoweth the Son, but the Father; nei- neither for them which were with ther b knoweth any man the Father, him, but only for the priests? save the Son, c and he to whomsoever 5 Or have ye not read in the law, the Son will d reveal him. how that on the a sabbath days the 28 ¶ a Come unto me, all ye that priests in the temple profane the b labour and are heavy laden, and I sabbath, and are blameless? will give you c rest. 6 But I say unto you, That in this 29 Take my a yoke upon you, and place is one greater than the atemple. b learn of me; for I am c meek and 7 But if ye had known what this d lowly in e heart: and ye shall find meaneth, I will have a mercy, and f rest unto your souls. not sacrifice, ye would not have 30 For my yoke is a easy, and my condemned the guiltless. burden is light. 8 For the Son of man is Lord even of the a sabbath day. Chapter 12 9 And when he was departed thence, he went into their synagogue: Jesus proclaims Himself Lord of the 10 ¶ And, behold, there was a man Sabbath and heals on the Sabbath which had his hand withered. And day—He is accused of casting out devils they asked him, saying, Is it lawful through the power of Beelzebub—He to heal on the sabbath days? that speaks of blasphemy against the Holy they might accuse him. Ghost and says that an evil and adul- 11 And he said unto them, What terous generation seeks signs. man shall there be among you, 24 a Ezek. 16:48. shall see the Father also. d tg Contrite Heart. 25 a gr praise. d Luke 10:22; e tg Heart. Luke 10:21. John 14:6 (6–14). f Mosiah 2:41; b Matt. 13:11; tg God, Privilege of Alma 37:34 (33–34); D&C 6:11 (11–12). Seeing. D&C 54:10; 59:23. c tg Prudence. 28 a Ps. 55:22; tg Comfort. d Alma 32:23; Isa. 55:3; 30 a 1 Jn. 5:3 (1–5); D&C 133:58. D&C 10:67. Alma 37:46 (43–47). e gr innocent people. tg Problem-Solving. 12 1 a John 5:9. 2 Ne. 9:42 (42–43); b tg Labor. b gr grain. Alma 32:23; c tg Rest. c Deut. 23:25. 3 Ne. 26:16 (14–16); 29 a 1 Jn. 2:6. 3 a tg Jesus Christ, D&C 128:18. tg Jesus Christ, Taking Teaching Mode of. 27 a tg Jesus Christ, the Name of. b 1 Sam. 21:6 (3–6). Messiah. b D&C 32:1. 4 a tg Bread, Shewbread. b tg Knowledge. tg Learn. 5 a Num. 28:9 (9–10). c jst Matt. 11:28 . . . and c gr gentle and humble. 6 a tg Temple. they to whom the Son tg Humility; 7 a Hosea 6:6. will reveal himself; they Meek. 8 a tg Sabbath. 1207 Matthew 12:12–32 that shall have one sheep, and if it 23 And all the people were amazed, fall into a pit on the sabbath day, and said, Is not this the son of a Da- will he not lay hold on it, and lift vid? it out? 24 But when the Pharisees heard 12 How much then is a man better it, they said, This fellow doth not than a sheep? Wherefore it is law- cast out devils, but by a Beelzebub ful to do well on the sabbath days. the prince of the devils. 13 Then saith he to the man, Stretch 25 And Jesus knew their athoughts, forth thine hand. And he stretched and said unto them, Every bkingdom it forth; and it was restored whole, divided against itself is brought like as the other. to desolation; and every city or 14 ¶ Then the Pharisees went out, house divided against itself shall and held a council against him, how not stand: they might destroy him. 26 And if a Satan cast out Satan, he 15 But a when Jesus knew it, he is divided against himself; how shall withdrew himself from thence: and then his kingdom stand? great multitudes followed him, and 27 And if I by Beelzebub cast out he healed them all; devils, by whom do your children 16 And charged them that they cast them out? therefore they shall should not make him known: be your judges. 17 That it might be fulfilled which 28 But if I cast out a devils by the was spoken by a Esaias the prophet, b Spirit of God, then the kingdom of saying, God is come unto c you. 18 Behold my a servant, whom I 29 Or else how can one enter into have bchosen; my cbeloved, in whom a strong man’s house, and a spoil my soul is well pleased: I will put his goods, except he first bind the my spirit upon him, and he shall strong man? and then he will spoil shew judgment to the Gentiles. his house. 19 He shall not strive, nor acry; nei- 30 He that is not with me is against ther shall any man hear his voice me; and he that gathereth not a with in the streets. me scattereth abroad. 20 A bruised reed shall he not 31 ¶ Wherefore I say unto you, break, and smoking flax shall he All manner of sin and blasphemy not quench, till he send forth a judg- shall be forgiven a unto men: but ment unto victory. the b blasphemy against the Holy 21 And in his a name shall the Ghost shall c not be forgiven unto b Gentiles trust. men. 22 ¶ Then was brought unto him 32 And whosoever speaketh a word one possessed with a devil, blind, against the Son of man, it shall and dumb: and he healed him, in- be forgiven him: but whosoever somuch that the blind and dumb speaketh against the Holy Ghost, it both spake and saw. shall not be a forgiven him, neither 15 a jst Matt. 12:13 . . . 2 Ne. 10:18 (9, 11, 18). for unto them is given Jesus knew when they 23 a tg Jesus Christ, Davidic power over devils, that took counsel, and he Descent of. they may cast them out. withdrew . . . 24 a 2 Kgs. 1:2 (2–6). 29 a gr plunder. 17 a Isa. 42:1–3. 25 a Ps. 139:2; Luke 11:17; 30 a Mark 9:40; Luke 9:50; 18 a gr son. John 2:25; Mosiah 24:12; 2 Ne. 10:16. b tg Jesus Christ, D&C 6:16. 31 a jst Matt. 12:26 . . . unto Authority of. b tg Governments. men who receive me and c tg Witness of the 26 a tg Spirits, Evil or repent; but . . . Father. Unclean. b tg Blaspheme; Holy 19 a gr cry for help. 28 a tg Devil. Ghost, Unpardonable 20 a D&C 52:11. b tg God, Spirit of. Sin against. 21 a tg Jesus Christ, Taking c jst Matt. 12:23 . . . you. c tg Holy Ghost, Loss of. the Name of; Name. For they also cast out 32 a tg Death, Spiritual, b gr nations. devils by the Spirit of God, Second; Forgive. Matthew 12:33–50 1208 in this world, neither in the world and, behold, a greater than Jonas to come. is here. 33 Either make the tree good, and 42 The a queen of the south shall his a fruit good; or else make the rise up in the judgment with this tree corrupt, and his fruit corrupt: generation, and shall condemn it: for for the tree is known by his b fruit. she came from the uttermost parts 34 O ageneration of vipers, how can of the earth to hear the wisdom of ye, being evil, b speak good things? Solomon; and, behold, a greater than for out of the abundance of the Solomon is here. heart the mouth speaketh. 43 a When the b unclean spirit is 35 A good man out of the good gone out of a man, he walketh a treasure of the heart bringeth forth through dry places, seeking rest, good things: and an evil man out and findeth none. of the evil treasure bringeth forth 44 Then he saith, I will return into b evil things. my house from whence I came out; 36 But I say unto you, That every and when he is come, he findeth it a idle b word that men shall c speak, empty, swept, and garnished. they shall give d account thereof in 45 Then goeth ahe, and taketh with the day of e judgment. himself seven other b spirits more 37 For by thy a words thou shalt wicked than himself, and they en- be justified, and by thy words thou ter in and dwell there: and the last shalt be condemned. c state of that man is d worse than the 38 ¶ Then certain of the scribes first. Even so shall it be also unto and of the Pharisees answered, say- this wicked generation. ing, Master, we would see a a sign 46 ¶ While he yet talked to the from thee. people, behold, his mother and his 39 But he answered and said a brethren stood b without, desiring unto them, An evil and adulterous to speak with him. generation seeketh after a a sign; 47 Then one said unto him, Behold, and there shall no sign be given thy mother and thy brethren stand to it, but the sign of the prophet without, desiring to speak with thee. Jonas: 48 But he answered and said 40 For as Jonas was three days and unto him that told him, Who is my three nights in the whale’s belly; mother? and who are my brethren? so shall the Son of man be a three 49 And he stretched forth his hand days and three nights in the heart toward his disciples, and said, Be- of the earth. hold my a mother and my brethren! 41 The men of a Nineveh shall rise 50 For whosoever shall do the awill in judgment with this generation, of my Father which is in heaven, and shall condemn it: because they the same is my b brother, and sister, b repented at the preaching of Jonas; and mother. 33 a Matt. 7:17 (16–20); 37 a Prov. 18:21. Unclean. 3 Ne. 14:20 (17–20). 38 a John 6:30. c tg Apostasy of b Moro. 7:16 (5–19). 39 a tg Miracle; Signs; Individuals. 34 a Matt. 3:7; 23:33; Sign Seekers. d Alma 24:30. D&C 121:23. 40 a tg Jesus Christ, Death 46 a John 7:3 (3, 5, 10); b Luke 6:45; of; Jesus Christ, Types 1 Cor. 9:5. James 3:10 (10–12). of, in Anticipation. tg Jesus Christ, 35 a tg Treasure. 41 a Jonah 3:5. Family of. b tg Evil. b tg Repent. b gr outside. 36 a Eccl. 5:2; 42 a 1 Kgs. 10:1 (1–10). 49 a Mosiah 5:7. Eph. 5:4. 43 a jst Matt. 12:37–38 tg Marriage, b tg Gossip. (Appendix). Motherhood. c tg Profanity. b tg Uncleanness. 50 a Mark 3:35. d tg Accountability. 45 a jst Matt. 12:39 . . . the tg God, Will of. e Alma 11:43 (43–44). evil spirit, and taketh . . . b tg Brotherhood and tg Judgment, the Last. b tg Spirits, Evil or Sisterhood. 1209 Matthew 13:1–19 Chapter 13 them, Because it is given unto you to know the a mysteries of the king- Jesus explains why He teaches with dom of heaven, but to them it is parables—He gives the parables of not given. the sower, the wheat and the tares, the 12 a For whosoever hath, to him grain of mustard seed, the leaven, the shall be b given, and he shall have treasure hidden in the field, the pearl more c abundance: but whosoever of great price, and the net cast into the hath not, from him shall be taken sea—A prophet is not honored by his away even that he hath. own people. 13 Therefore speak I to them in The same day went Jesus out of the parables: because they seeing see house, and sat by the a sea side. not; and hearing they hear not, nei- 2 And great multitudes were gath- ther do they understand. ered together unto him, so that he 14 And in them is fulfilled the went into a ship, and sat; and the prophecy of Esaias, which saith, By whole multitude stood on the shore. hearing ye shall a hear, and shall not 3 And he spake many things unto understand; and seeing ye shall see, them in parables, saying, Behold, a and shall not perceive: sower went forth to sow; 15 For this people’s aheart is waxed 4 And when he sowed, some seeds gross, and their ears are dull of fell by the way side, and the fowls hearing, and their b eyes they have came and devoured them up: c closed; lest at any time they should 5 Some fell upon a stony places, see with their eyes, and hear with where they had not much earth: and their ears, and should understand forthwith they sprung up, because with their heart, and should be con- they had no deepness of earth: verted, and I should d heal them. 6 And when the sun was up, they 16 But blessed are your a eyes, for were scorched; and because they they see: and your ears, for they hear. had no root, they withered away. 17 For verily I say unto you, That 7 And some fell among a thorns; many a prophets and righteous men and the thorns sprung up, and have desired to see those things which choked them: ye see, and have not seen them; and 8 But other fell into good ground, to hear those things which ye hear, and a brought forth fruit, some an and have not heard them. hundredfold, some sixtyfold, some 18 ¶ a Hear ye therefore the para- thirtyfold. ble of the sower. 9 Who hath ears to hear, let him 19 When any one heareth the word hear. of the kingdom, and aunderstandeth 10 And the disciples came, and it not, then cometh the wicked one, said unto him, Why speakest thou and b catcheth away that which was unto them in a parables? sown in his heart. This is he which 11 He answered and said unto received seed by the way side. 13 1 a Mark 4:1 (1–12). 12 a jst Matt. 13:10–11 For 2 Ne. 9:31; 16:10. 5 a ie rocky land over whosoever receiveth, 15 a tg Apostasy of Israel; which a thin layer of to him shall be given, Hardheartedness. soil is spread. and he shall have b tg Spiritual Blindness. 7 a Jer. 4:3 (3–18). more abundance; but c tg Unbelief. 8 a gr began to bring forth. whosoever continueth not d 3 Ne. 9:13; 18:32. 10 a Dan. 12:10. to receive, from him shall 16 a Luke 10:23. tg Jesus Christ, be taken away even that 17 a Heb. 11:13; Teaching Mode of. he hath. 1 Pet. 1:10 (10–11). 11 a Matt. 11:25; b Matt. 25:29. 18 a gr Learn, Understand. D&C 6:11 (11–12); 19:8. c Prov. 9:9. 19 a 1 Ne. 8:23 (20–23). tg Mysteries of 14 a Jer. 5:21; b D&C 84:50 (49–53); Godliness. Rom. 11:8; 93:39 (38–39). Matthew 13:20–38 1210 20 But he that received the seed 30 Let both grow together until into a stony places, the same is he the a harvest: and in the time of that heareth the word, and anon harvest I will say to the reapers, with joy receiveth it; Gather ye together b first the tares, 21 Yet hath he not root in himself, and bind them in bundles to c burn but dureth for a while: for when them: but gather the wheat into a tribulation or b persecution ariseth my barn. because of the word, by and by c he 31 ¶ Another parable put he forth is offended. unto them, saying, The kingdom of 22 He also that received seed heaven is like to a a grain of mustard among the thorns is he that heareth seed, which a man took, and sowed the word; and the care of this aworld, in his field: and the b deceitfulness of c riches, 32 Which indeed is the least of choke the word, and he becometh all seeds: but when it is grown, it unfruitful. is the greatest among herbs, and 23 But he that received seed into becometh a tree, so that the a birds the good ground is he that a heareth of the air come and lodge in the the word, and b understandeth branches thereof. it; which also beareth c fruit, and 33 ¶ Another parable spake he bringeth forth, some an hundred- unto them; The kingdom of heaven fold, some sixty, some thirty. is like unto a leaven, which a woman 24 ¶ Another a parable put he forth took, and hid in three measures of unto them, saying, The b kingdom of meal, till the whole was leavened. heaven is likened unto a man which 34 All these things spake Jesus sowed good c seed in his field: unto the multitude in parables; 25 But while men slept, his enemy and without a parable spake he not came and sowed a tares among the unto them: wheat, and went his way. 35 That it might be fulfilled 26 But when the blade was sprung which was spoken by the prophet, up, and brought forth fruit, then saying, I will open my mouth in appeared the tares also. a parables; I will utter things which 27 So the servants of the house- have been kept b secret from the holder came and said unto him, foundation of the world. Sir, didst not thou sow good seed in 36 Then Jesus sent the multitude thy field? from whence then hath away, and went into the house: and it tares? his disciples came unto him, saying, 28 He said unto them, An enemy Declare unto us the parable of the hath done this. The servants said a tares of the field. unto him, Wilt thou then that we 37 He answered and said unto go and gather them up? them, He that soweth the good a seed 29 But he said, Nay; lest while ye is the Son of man; gather up the tares, ye root up also 38 The field is the world; the good the wheat with them. seed are the children of the kingdom; 20 a Zech. 7:12. 23 a tg Teachable. the wheat into my barn; 21 a tg Test; Tribulation. b jst Matt. 13:21 . . . and the tares are bound in b D&C 40:2 (1–3). understandeth and bundles to be burned. tg Persecution. endureth; which . . . c D&C 38:12. c gr he stumbles, falls c Alma 32:42 (41–43). 31 a Isa. 60:22. away. tg Good Works. 32 a tg Nature, Earth. tg Apostasy of 24 a D&C 86:1 (1–11). 33 a gr yeast. Individuals; b tg Kingdom of God, on tg Leaven. Offense. Earth. 35 a Ps. 78:2; 22 a Hel. 7:5; c Matt. 13:37 (36–43). Mark 4:11 (11–12). D&C 39:9. 25 a tg Apostasy of the b D&C 35:18. tg Worldliness. Early Christian Church. 36 a D&C 86:1 (1–7); b tg Deceit. 30 a tg Harvest. 101:65 (65–67). c tg Treasure. b jst Matt. 13:29 . . . first 37 a Matt. 13:24 (24–30). 1211 Matthew 13:39–58 but the a tares are the children of 49 So shall it be at the a end of the the wicked one; b world: the angels shall come forth, 39 The enemy that sowed them is and c sever the wicked from among the devil; a the b harvest is the end the d just, of the world; and the reapers are 50 aAnd shall cast them into the the angels. furnace of fire: there shall be wail- 40 As therefore the tares are gath- ing and gnashing of teeth. ered and burned in the fire; so shall 51 Jesus saith unto them, Have ye it be in the a end of this world. understood all these things? They 41 The Son of man shall send forth say unto him, Yea, Lord. his aangels, and they shall gather out 52 Then said he unto them, There- of his kingdom all things that b of- fore every ascribe bwhich is instructed fend, and them which do iniquity; unto the kingdom of heaven is like 42 And shall cast them into a fur- unto a man that is an householder, nace of fire: there shall be a wailing which bringeth forth out of his trea- and b gnashing of teeth. sure things new and old. 43 Then shall the arighteous bshine 53 ¶ And it came to pass, that when forth as the c sun in the kingdom of Jesus had finished these parables, their Father. Who hath ears to hear, he departed thence. let him hear. 54 And when he was come into 44 ¶ Again, the kingdom of heaven his own country, he taught them is like unto a treasure hid in a field; in their synagogue, insomuch that the which when a man hath found, they were a astonished, and said, he hideth, and for joy thereof go- Whence hath this man this bwisdom, eth and selleth all that he hath, and and these mighty works? buyeth that field. 55 Is not this the carpenter’s a son? 45 ¶ Again, the kingdom of heaven is not his mother called Mary ? and is like unto a merchant man, seek- his b brethren, James, and Joses, and ing goodly pearls: Simon, and Judas? 46 Who, when he had found one 56 And his sisters, are they not all a pearl of great price, went and sold with us? Whence then hath this man b all that he had, and bought it. all these things? 47 ¶ Again, the kingdom of heaven 57 And they were offended in him. is like unto a net, that was cast into But Jesus said unto them, A prophet the sea, and agathered of every kind: is not without a honour, save in his 48 Which, when it was full, they own country, and in his own house. drew to shore, and sat down, and 58 And he did not many mighty gathered the good into vessels, but works there because of their a un- cast the bad away. belief. 38 a D&C 88:94. c D&C 76:70. wailing . . . tg Devil, Church of. 44 a tg Treasure. 52 a tg Scribe. 39 a jst Matt. 13:39–44 46 a Rev. 3:18. b gr which has become (Appendix). b Alma 22:15. a disciple in. b tg Harvest. 47 a Matt. 22:10 (1–14). 54 a Matt. 7:28. 40 a tg World, End of. 49 a tg World, End of. b tg God, Wisdom of; 41 a tg Angels. b jst Matt. 13:49–51 . . . Jesus Christ, Teaching b tg Offense. world. And the world is Mode of. 42 a Matt. 8:12; the children of the wicked. 55 a Mark 6:3. Rev. 19:20; The angels . . . b tg Jesus Christ, D&C 19:5; 29:15; 112:24. c gr separate. Family of. b tg Pain. d tg Righteousness. 57 a tg Prophets, 43 a Ps. 68:3; 50 a jst Matt. 13:51 . . . Rejection of. Alma 40:25. and shall cast them 58 a Luke 4:23 (23–27); tg Righteousness. out into the world to be Ether 12:12 (6–19); b tg Celestial Glory. burned. There shall be Moro. 7:37 (33–39). Matthew 14:1–26 1212 Chapter 14 had heard thereof, they followed him on foot out of the cities. John the Baptist is beheaded—Jesus 14 And Jesus went forth, and saw feeds the five thousand and walks on a great multitude, and was moved the sea—Those who touch the hem of with a compassion toward them, and His garment are made whole. he healed their b sick. At that time a Herod the tetrarch 15 ¶ And when it was evening, his heard of the fame of Jesus, disciples came to him, saying, This 2 And said unto his servants, This is is a desert place, and the time is now John the Baptist; he is risen from the past; send the multitude away, that dead; and therefore mighty works they may go into the villages, and do shew forth themselves in him. buy themselves a victuals. 3 ¶ For Herod had laid hold on 16 But Jesus said unto them, They John, and bound him, and put him need not depart; give ye them to eat. in prison for Herodias’ sake, his 17 And they say unto him, We have brother Philip’s wife. here but five loaves, and two fishes. 4 For John said unto him, It is not 18 He said, Bring them hither to me. a lawful for thee to have her. 19 And he commanded the multi- 5 And a when he would have put tude to sit down on the grass, and him to death, he feared the multi- took the five loaves, and the two tude, because they counted him as fishes, and looking up to heaven, a b prophet. he blessed, and a brake, and gave 6 But when Herod’s birthday was the loaves to his disciples, and the kept, the daughter of Herodias disciples to the multitude. danced before them, and pleased 20 And they did all eat, and were Herod. filled: and they a took up of the 7 Whereupon he a promised with fragments that remained twelve an oath to give her whatsoever she baskets full. would ask. 21 And they that had eaten were 8 And she, being before instructed about a five thousand men, beside of her mother, said, Give me here women and children. John Baptist’s head in a a charger. 22 ¶ And straightway Jesus con- 9 And the king was sorry: nev- strained his disciples to get into a ertheless for the oath’s sake, and ship, and to go before him unto the them which sat with him at meat, other side, while he sent the mul- he commanded it to be given her. titudes away. 10 And he sent, and a beheaded 23 And when he had sent the multi- John in the prison. tudes away, he went up into a moun- 11 And his head was brought in tain apart to apray: and when the eve- a charger, and given to the damsel: ning was come, he was there alone. and she brought it to her mother. 24 But the ship was now in the 12 And his disciples came, and midst of the sea, tossed with waves: took up the body, and buried it, and for the wind was contrary. went and told Jesus. 25 And a in the fourth watch of the 13 ¶ When Jesus heard of it, he de- night Jesus went unto them, walk- parted thence by ship into a desert ing on the sea. place apart: and when the people 26 And when the disciples saw 14 1 a Luke 9:7. 8 a gr platter. Matt. 15:37 (36–38). 4 a Lev. 18:16; 20:21. 10 a tg Tyranny. 21 a Mark 6:44 (32–44); tg Divorce. 14 a tg Compassion. Luke 9:14 (10–17); 5 a gr although he desired b tg Sickness. John 6:10 (1–13). to kill him. 15 a gr food. 23 a Matt. 26:36; b Matt. 11:9; 21:26; 19 a 3 Ne. 18:5 (4–5); Luke 6:12; 9:28. Luke 20:6. 20:6 (6–7). 25 a ie between three and 7 a tg Vow. 20 a 2 Kgs. 4:44 (42–44); six in the morning. 1213 Matthew 14:27–15:13 him walking on the sea, they were Pharisees, which were of Jerusa- troubled, saying, It is a spirit; and lem, saying, they cried out for fear. 2 Why do thy disciples transgress 27 But straightway Jesus spake the a tradition of the elders? for they unto them, saying, Be of good acheer; wash not their hands when they it is I; be not afraid. eat bread. 28 And Peter answered him and 3 But he answered and said unto said, Lord, if it be thou, bid me come them, Why do ye also transgress the unto thee on the water. commandment of God by your a tra- 29 And he said, Come. And when dition? Peter was come down out of the 4 For God commanded, saying, ship, he walked on the water, to go a Honour thy father and mother: and, to Jesus. He that curseth father or mother, 30 But when he saw the wind boister- b let him die the death. ous, he was aafraid; and beginning to 5 But ye say, Whosoever shall say sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me. to his father or his mother, It is a 31 And immediately Jesus stretched a gift, by whatsoever thou mightest forth his hand, and caught him, and be profited by me; said unto him, O thou of little afaith, 6 And honour not his father or his wherefore didst thou b doubt? mother, he shall be free. Thus have ye 32 And when they were come into made the commandment of God of the ship, the wind ceased. none effect by your tradition. 33 Then they that were in the ship 7 Ye hypocrites, well did Esaias came and worshipped him, saying, prophesy of you, saying, Of a truth thou art the Son of God. 8 This people draweth nigh unto 34 ¶ And when they were gone me with their a mouth, and b hon- over, they came into the land of oureth me with their lips; but their Gennesaret. c heart is far from me. 35 And when the men of that place 9 But in vain they do a worship me, a had knowledge of him, they sent teaching for b doctrines the c com- out into all that country round mandments of men. about, and brought unto him all 10 ¶ And he called the multitude, that were diseased; and said unto them, Hear, and un- 36 And besought him that they derstand: might only touch the a hem of his 11 Not that which goeth into the garment: and as many as touched mouth a defileth a man; but that were made perfectly b whole. which cometh out of the b mouth, this defileth a man. Chapter 15 12 Then came his disciples, and The scribes and Pharisees contend against said unto him, Knowest thou that the Pharisees were offended, after Jesus—He heals the daughter of a gentile they heard this saying? woman—He feeds the four thousand. 13 But he answered and said, Then came to Jesus a scribes and Every a plant, which my heavenly 27 a tg Cheerful. 4 a tg Honor; Honoring Alma 34:28; 30 a tg Courage; Fearful. Father and Mother; D&C 45:29. 31 a Mark 4:40; 16:14; Respect. 9 a Isa. 1:13. Luke 24:25. b gr he shall surely die. b Matt. 16:12; b tg Doubt. tg Capital Punishment. Col. 2:22 (18–22); 35 a gr recognized Him. 5 a Mark 7:11. Titus 1:14 (13–14); 36 a Mark 5:27 (25–34). 8 a Jer. 12:2. 2 Ne. 28:9. b tg Heal. b Isa. 29:13; c tg Apostasy of Israel. 15 1 a tg Scribe. Titus 1:16 (15–16); 11 a tg Cleanliness. 2 a Alma 24:7; 2 Ne. 27:25 (24–25). b tg Gossip; Profanity. D&C 123:7 (7–8). tg Hypocrisy. 13 a John 15:2 (1–2). 3 a tg Traditions of Men. c Ezek. 33:31; tg Vineyard of the Lord. Matthew 15:14–37 1214 Father hath not planted, shall be 27 And she said, Truth, Lord: yet rooted up. the dogs eat of the crumbs which 14 Let them alone: they be a blind fall from their masters’ table. b leaders of the blind. And if the 28 Then Jesus answered and said blind lead the blind, both shall fall unto her, O woman, great is thy into the ditch. a faith: be it unto thee even as thou 15 Then answered Peter and wilt. And her daughter was made said unto him, Declare unto us this whole from that very hour. parable. 29 And Jesus departed from thence, 16 And Jesus said, Are ye also yet and came nigh unto the sea of Gali­ without understanding? lee; and went up into a mountain, 17 Do not ye yet understand, that and sat down there. whatsoever entereth in at the mouth 30 And great multitudes came unto goeth into the belly, and is cast out him, having with them those that into the draught? were lame, blind, dumb, maimed, 18 But those things which proceed and many others, and cast them out of the a mouth come forth from down at Jesus’ feet; and he healed the heart; and they defile the man. them: 19 For out of the a heart proceed 31 Insomuch that the multitude evil thoughts, b murders, c adulteries, wondered, when they saw the dumb d fornications, thefts, e false witness, to speak, the maimed to be whole, f blasphemies: the lame to walk, and the blind to 20 These are the things which adefile see: and they glorified the God of a man: but to eat with unwashen Israel. hands defileth not a man. 32 ¶ Then Jesus called his disci- 21 ¶ Then Jesus went thence, and ples unto him, and said, I have com- departed into the a coasts of Tyre passion on the multitude, because and Sidon. they continue with me now three 22 And, behold, a woman of Ca- days, and have nothing to eat: and naan came out of the same coasts, I will not send them away fasting, and cried unto him, saying, Have lest they faint in the way. mercy on me, O Lord, thou Son of 33 And his disciples say unto him, David; my daughter is grievously Whence should we have so much vexed with a devil. bread in the wilderness, as to fill 23 But he answered her not a word. so great a multitude? And his disciples came and besought 34 And Jesus saith unto them, How him, saying, Send her away; for she many loaves have ye? And they said, crieth after us. Seven, and a few little fishes. 24 But he answered and said, I am 35 And he commanded the mul- not a sent but unto the lost sheep of titude to sit down on the ground. the house of b Israel. 36 And he took the seven a loaves 25 Then came she and worshipped and the fishes, and gave thanks, him, saying, Lord, help me. and brake them, and gave to his 26 But he answered and said, It disciples, and the disciples to the is not meet to take the children’s multitude. bread, and to cast it to a dogs. 37 And they did all eat, and were 14 a tg Spiritual Blindness. Sexual Immorality. tg Jesus Christ, b tg Governments; d tg Fornication. Messenger of the Leadership. e Ps. 27:12; Covenant. 18 a Mosiah 4:30 (29–30). Hel. 7:21 (21–22). b tg Israel, Scattering of. 19 a Gen. 6:5; Heb. 3:12; f gr slanderous 26 a Prov. 23:9; Hel. 12:4. statements. Matt. 7:6; tg Chastity. tg Blaspheme. D&C 6:12 (10–12); b tg Blood, Shedding of; 20 a tg Pollution. 10:37 (36–37); 41:6. Murder. 21 a gr regions. 28 a James 5:15 (14–15). c tg Adulterer; 24 a 3 Ne. 15:23. 36 a tg Bread. 1215 Matthew 15:38–16:18 filled: and they a took up of the selves, saying, It is because we have b broken meat that was left seven taken no bread. baskets full. 8 a Which when Jesus perceived, 38 And they that did eat were four he said unto them, O ye of little thousand men, beside women and faith, why reason ye among your- children. selves, because ye have brought no 39 And he sent away the multi- bread? tude, and took ship, and came into 9 Do ye not yet understand, nei- the coasts of Magdala. ther remember the five loaves of the five thousand, and how many Chapter 16 baskets ye took up? Jesus warns against the doctrine of 10 Neither the seven loaves of the the Pharisees and Sadducees—Peter four thousand, and how many bas- testifies that Jesus is the Christ and is kets ye took up? promised the keys of the kingdom—Jesus 11 How is it that ye do not un- derstand that I spake it not to you foretells His death and resurrection. concerning bread, that ye should The Pharisees also with the Saddu- beware of the leaven of the Phari- cees came, and tempting desired sees and of the Sadducees? him that he would shew them a 12 Then understood they how that sign from a heaven. he bade them not beware of the 2 He aanswered and said unto them, leaven of bread, but of the a doc- When it is evening, ye say, It will be trine of the Pharisees and of the fair weather: for the sky is red. b Sadducees. 3 And in the morning, It will be 13 ¶ When Jesus came into the foul weather to day: for the sky is coasts of Cæsarea Philippi, he asked red and a lowring. O ye b hypocrites, his disciples, saying, Whom do men ye can discern the face of the sky; say that I the Son of man am? but can ye not discern the c signs of 14 And they said, Some say that thou the d times? art John the Baptist: some, a Elias; 4 A wicked and aadulterous genera­ and others, Jeremias, or one of the tion seeketh after a b sign; and there prophets. shall no sign be given unto it, but 15 He saith unto them, But whom the c sign of the prophet dJonas. And say a ye that I am? he left them, and departed. 16 And Simon Peter answered and 5 And when his disciples were said, Thou art the a Christ, the b Son come to the other side, they had of the c living God. forgotten to take bread. 17 And Jesus answered and said 6 ¶ Then Jesus said unto them, unto him, Blessed art thou, Simon Take heed and beware of the aleaven a Bar-jona: for flesh and blood hath of the Pharisees and of the Saddu- not b revealed it unto thee, but my cees. Father which is in heaven. 7 And they reasoned among them- 18 And I say also unto thee, That 37 a 2 Kgs. 4:44 (42–44); Death of. all the apostles and not Matt. 14:20 (19–21). 6 a tg Leaven. just one of them. b gr excess food. 8 a jst Matt. 16:9 And 16 a tg Loyalty. 16 1 a tg Heaven. when they reasoned b tg Jesus Christ, Divine 2 a Prov. 26:5. among themselves, Jesus Sonship. 3 a gr dark, gloomy. perceived it . . . c tg God, Body of, b tg Hypocrisy. 12 a Matt. 15:9. Corporeal Nature. c 2 Pet. 3:4 (3–10). b Matt. 22:23 (23–33). 17 a ie Son of Jonah. d Esth. 1:13. 14 a ie Elijah. b tg Revelation; 4 a tg Adulterer. 15 a ie The plural pronoun Testimony; b Mark 8:12 (11–21). used here in the Greek Witness. c Jonah 1:17. indicates that Jesus d tg Jesus Christ, asked this question of Matthew 16:19–17:2 1216 thou art Peter, and upon this a rock I 25 For whosoever will save his life will build my bchurch; and the gates shall lose it: and whosoever will alose of c hell shall not d prevail against it. his life for my sake shall b find it. 19 And I will a give unto thee the 26 For what is a man a profited, if b keys of the c kingdom of heaven: he shall b gain the whole c world, and and whatsoever thou shalt d bind d lose his own e soul? or what shall a on earth shall be bound in heaven: man give in exchange for his soul? and whatsoever thou shalt loose 27 For the a Son of man shall come on earth shall be loosed in heaven. in the b glory of his Father with 20 Then charged he his disciples his angels; and then he shall c re- that they should tell no man that ward every man according to his he was Jesus the a Christ. d works. 21 ¶ From that time forth began 28 Verily I say unto you, There be Jesus to shew unto his disciples, some standing here, which shall not how that he must go unto Jerusa- taste of a death, till they see the Son lem, and suffer many things of the of man coming in his b kingdom. elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and be a raised again Chapter 17 the third day. Jesus is transfigured before Peter, James, 22 Then Peter took him, and began and John on the mount—Jesus heals a to rebuke him, saying, Be it far from thee, Lord: this shall not be unto thee. lunatic, tells of His coming death, and 23 But he turned, and said unto pays taxes in a miraculous manner. Peter, Get thee behind me, Satan: And after six days Jesus taketh thou art an offence unto me: for a Peter, James, and John his brother, thou a savourest not the things that and bringeth them up into an high be of God, but those that be of men. mountain apart, 24 ¶ a Then said Jesus unto his dis- 2 And was a transfigured before ciples, If any man will come after them: and his face did shine as the me, let him bdeny himself, and take sun, and his raiment was white as up his ccross, and d follow eme. the light. 18 a Here is a subtle tg Genealogy and Eccl. 1:3 (2–3). wordplay upon “Peter” Temple Work; b Job 27:8. (Greek petros = small Marriage, Celestial; tg Selfishness; rock) and “rock” (Greek Salvation for the Dead; Treasure. petra = bedrock). Christ Sealing. c tg Worldliness. is the Stone of Israel. 20 a tg Jesus Christ, Messiah. d Luke 9:25. John 1:42; 21 a tg Jesus Christ, e tg Mortality; Soul. 1 Cor. 3:11 (9–11); 10:4; Resurrection. 27 a tg Jesus Christ, Son of D&C 50:44; 128:10. 23 a Hel. 10:4 (4–5). Man. tg Rock. 24 a jst Matt. 16:25–29 b tg Glory; b tg Church Organization; (Appendix). Jesus Christ, Glory of; Jesus Christ, Head of the b tg Self-Mastery. Jesus Christ, Second Church. c Matt. 10:38; Coming. c tg Hell. 3 Ne. 12:30. c tg Jesus Christ, Judge; d D&C 17:8; 21:6. d Philip. 3:17 (13–21); Judgment, the Last; 19 a D&C 7:7; 27:13. 2 Ne. 31:12 (12–13). Retribution; Reward. tg Delegation of e jst Matt. 16:25–26 . . . d Prov. 24:12. Responsibility; me. And now for a man to tg Good Works. God, Gifts of. take up his cross, is to deny 28 a tg Translated Beings. b tg Apostles; Priesthood; himself all ungodliness, b tg Millennium. Priesthood, Authority; and every worldly lust, and 17 1 a D&C 128:20. Priesthood, History of; keep my commandments. 2 a Mark 9:2 (2–13); Priesthood, Keys of. 25 a tg Self-Mastery; Luke 9:29 (28–36); c tg Kingdom of God, on Self-Sacrifice. John 1:14; Earth. b tg Abundant Life. 2 Pet. 1:16 (16–19). d Hel. 10:7 (5–11); 26 a 1 Sam. 12:21; tg Jesus Christ, Glory D&C 138:58 (58–60). Prov. 13:7; of; Transfiguration. 1217 Matthew 17:3–24 3 And, behold, there appeared 14 ¶ And when they were come to unto them a Moses and b Elias talk- the multitude, there came to him a ing with him. certain man, kneeling down to him, 4 Then answered Peter, and said and saying, unto Jesus, Lord, it is good for us 15 Lord, have mercy on my son: to be here: if thou wilt, let us make for he is lunatic, and sore vexed: here three tabernacles; one for thee, for ofttimes he a falleth into the fire, and one for Moses, and one for Elias. and oft into the water. 5 While he yet spake, behold, a 16 And I brought him to thy disci- bright a cloud overshadowed them: ples, and they could not cure him. and behold a bvoice out of the cloud, 17 Then Jesus answered and said, which said, This is my c beloved O a faithless and b perverse genera- d Son, in whom I am well pleased; tion, how long shall I be with you? hear ye him. how long shall I suffer you? bring 6 And when the disciples heard him hither to me. it, they fell on their face, and were 18 And Jesus rebuked the devil; sore a afraid. and he departed out of him: and the 7 And Jesus came and touched child was cured from that very hour. them, and said, Arise, and be not 19 Then came the disciples to Jesus afraid. apart, and said, Why could not we 8 And when they had lifted up cast him out? their eyes, they saw no man, save 20 And Jesus said unto them, Be- Jesus only. cause of your a unbelief: for verily 9 And as they came down from I say unto you, If ye have b faith as the mountain, Jesus charged them, a grain of mustard seed, ye shall saying, Tell the a vision to no b man, say unto this c mountain, Remove until the Son of man be risen again hence to yonder place; and it shall from the c dead. remove; and nothing shall be d im- 10 And his disciples asked him, possible unto you. saying, Why then say the scribes 21 Howbeit this a kind goeth not that Elias must first come? out but by prayer and b fasting. 11 aAnd Jesus answered and said 22 ¶ And while they abode in Gali­ unto them, Elias truly shall first lee, Jesus said unto them, The Son come, and b restore all things. of man shall be a betrayed into the 12 But I say unto you, That Elias is hands of men: come already, and they knew him 23 And they shall kill him, and the not, but have done unto him what- third day he shall be a raised again. soever they a listed. Likewise shall And they were exceeding sorry. also the Son of man suffer of them. 24 ¶ And when they were come to 13 Then the disciples understood Capernaum, they that received trib- that he spake unto them of John ute money came to Peter, and said, the Baptist. Doth not your master pay a tribute? 3 a D&C 63:21; 110:11. Jesus Christ, Divine 17 a tg Unbelief. tg Priesthood, Keys of; Sonship. b Deut. 32:5. Translated Beings. 6 a Ex. 3:6; Deut. 5:5. 20 a gr little faith. b ie Elijah. 9 a tg Vision. tg Doubt. 1 Kgs. 17:1; Luke 4:25; b Mark 9:9 (9–13). b tg Faith. D&C 110:13 (13–16). c tg Death. c Ether 12:30; Moses 7:13. 5 a Ex. 24:15. 11 a jst Matt. 17:10–14 d tg God, Power of. b tg God, Body of, (Appendix). 21 a D&C 84:67 (65–73). Corporeal Nature. b D&C 27:6; 77:14; b tg Fast, Fasting. c Matt. 3:17; 3 Ne. 11:7; 110:13–16. 22 a tg Jesus Christ, JS—H 1:17. tg Dispensations; Resto- Betrayal of. tg Witness of the Father. ration of the Gospel. 23 a tg Jesus Christ, d tg God; Godhead; 12 a gr desired. Resurrection. God the Father, Elohim; 15 a gr throws himself. 24 a D&C 58:21 (21–22). Matthew 17:25–18:14 1218 25 He saith, Yes. And when he was 6 But whoso shall a offend one of come into the house, Jesus a pre- these little ones which believe in vented him, saying, What thinkest me, it were better for him that a thou, Simon? of whom do the b kings millstone were hanged about his of the earth take custom or trib- neck, and that he were drowned in ute? of their own children, or of the depth of the sea. strangers? 7 ¶ Woe unto the world because 26 Peter saith unto him, Of strang- of a offences! for it must needs be ers. Jesus saith unto him, Then are that offences come; but woe to that the children free. man by whom the offence cometh! 27 Notwithstanding, lest we should 8 Wherefore if thy hand or thy foot offend them, go thou to the sea, and offend thee, cut them off, and cast cast an hook, and take up the fish them from thee: it is better for thee that first cometh up; and when thou to enter into life halt or maimed, hast opened his mouth, thou shalt rather than having two hands or find a piece of a money: that take, two feet to be cast into everlasting and bgive unto them for me and thee. fire. 9 And if thine eye offend thee, Chapter 18 pluck it out, and cast it from thee: Jesus explains how we are to treat our it is better for thee to enter into life offending brethren—The Son of Man with one eye, rather than having came to save that which was lost— two eyes to be cast into a hell fire. All of the Twelve receive the keys of 10 Take heed that ye despise not one of these a little ones; for I say the kingdom—Jesus explains why we unto you, That in heaven their an- should forgive. gels do always behold the face of At the same time came the disci- my Father which is in heaven. ples unto Jesus, saying, Who is the 11 For the a Son of man is come to a greatest in the kingdom of heaven? b save that which was c lost. 2 And Jesus called a little child 12 How think ye? if a man have an unto him, and set him in the midst hundred a sheep, and one of them be of them, gone astray, doth he not leave the 3 And said, Verily I say unto you, ninety and nine, and goeth into the Except ye be converted, and become mountains, and seeketh that which as little a children, ye shall not enter is gone astray ? into the kingdom of heaven. 13 And if so be that he find it, ver- 4 Whosoever therefore shall ahum- ily I say unto you, he rejoiceth more ble himself as this little b child, the of that sheep, than of the ninety and same is greatest in the kingdom of nine which went not astray. heaven. 14 Even so it is not the will of 5 And whoso shall receive one your Father which is in heaven, such little child in my a name re- that one of these a little ones should ceiveth me. b perish. 25 a gr spoke to him first. D&C 121:19 (19–22). Son of Man. b tg Kings, Earthly. tg Offense. b tg Jesus Christ, Mission 27 a Ex. 30:13; 38:26. 7 a tg Sin. of; Life, Sanctity of; b tg Citizenship. 9 a jst Matt. 18:8–9 . . . Worth of Souls. 18 1 a Luke 9:46. hellfire. And a man’s c jst Matt. 18:11 . . . lost, 3 a 1 Cor. 14:20; hand is his friend, and and to call sinners to Mosiah 3:19. his foot, also; and a man’s repentance; but these tg Children; Salvation eye, are they of his own little ones have no need of of Little Children. household. repentance, and I will save 4 a tg Humility; Meek. 10 a tg Children; them. b tg Children. Family, Children, Re- 12 a tg Sheep. 5 a tg Name. sponsibilities toward. 14 a tg Children. 6 a gr cause to stumble. 11 a tg Jesus Christ, b Mosiah 28:3. 1219 Matthew 18:15–35 15 ¶ Moreover if thy brother shall 25 But forasmuch as he had not to a trespass against thee, go and b tell pay, his lord commanded him to be him his cfault between thee and him a sold, and his wife, and children, alone: if he shall hear thee, thou and all that he had, and payment hast gained thy brother. to be made. 16 But if he will not hear thee, then 26 The servant therefore fell down, take with thee one or two more, and worshipped him, saying, Lord, that in the mouth of two or three have patience with me, and I will a witnesses every word may be es- pay thee all. tablished. 27 Then the lord of that servant 17 And if he shall neglect to hear was moved with compassion, and them, tell it unto the a church: but loosed him, and forgave him the if he b neglect to hear the c church, debt. let him be unto thee as an heathen 28 But the same servant went out, man and a publican. and found one of his fellowservants, 18 Verily I say unto you, Whatso- which owed him aan hundred pence: ever ye shall a bind on earth shall and he laid hands on him, and took be bound in heaven: and whatso- him by the throat, saying, Pay me ever ye shall loose on earth shall that thou owest. be loosed in heaven. 29 And his fellowservant fell down 19 Again I say unto you, That if at his feet, and besought him, say- two of you shall a agree on earth as ing, Have patience with me, and I b touching any thing that they shall will pay thee all. c ask, it shall be done for them of my 30 And he would not: but went and Father which is in heaven. cast him into prison, till he should 20 For where two or three are agath- pay the debt. ered b together in my c name, there 31 So when his fellowservants am I in the d midst of them. saw what was done, they were very 21 ¶ Then came Peter to him, and a sorry, and came and told unto their said, Lord, how oft shall my brother lord all that was done. sin against me, and I a forgive him? 32 Then his lord, after that he had till seven times? called him, said unto him, O thou 22 Jesus saith unto him, I say not wicked servant, I forgave thee all unto thee, Until seven times: but, that a debt, because thou desiredst Until a seventy times seven. me: 23 ¶ Therefore is the kingdom of 33 a Shouldest not thou also have heaven likened unto a certain king, had b compassion on thy fellowser- which would a take account of his vant, even as I had c pity on thee? b servants. 34 And his lord was wroth, and 24 And when he had begun to delivered him to the tormentors, reckon, one was brought unto him, till he should pay all that was due which owed him ten thousand unto him. talents. 35 So likewise shall my heavenly 15 a tg Offense. Sealing. tg Accountability; b tg Reproof. 19 a tg Common Consent. Stewardship. c Matt. 5:24 (23–24); b D&C 6:32; 42:3. b tg Servant. Luke 17:3 (3–4); c tg Prayer. 25 a 2 Kgs. 4:1. D&C 42:88 (88–92). 20 a tg Church. 28 a ie approximately three 16 a 2 Ne. 29:8. b tg Unity. months’ wages of a poor tg Witness. c tg Name. working man. 17 a 1 Cor. 6:1; d D&C 29:5; 32:3; 31 a gr distressed. D&C 42:81. 45:59; 49:27. 32 a tg Debt. b Titus 3:10. 21 a tg Forbear. 33 a tg Ingratitude. c tg Church. 22 a D&C 98:40 (39–48). b tg Compassion; 18 a tg Apostles; tg Patience. Mercy. Priesthood, Keys of; 23 a gr settle accounts with. c gr compassion. Matthew 19:1–18 1220 Father do also unto you, if ye from be for a fornication, and shall marry your hearts a forgive not every one another, committeth b adultery: and his brother their trespasses. whoso marrieth her which is put away doth commit adultery. Chapter 19 10 ¶ His disciples say unto him, If the case of the man be so with his Jesus teaches about marriage and di- wife, it is not good to marry. vorce—Eternal life is for those who keep the commandments—The Twelve 11 But he said unto them, All men cannot receive this saying, save they Apostles will judge the house of Israel. to whom it is given. And it came to pass, that when 12 For there are some eunuchs, Jesus had finished these sayings, which were so born from their moth- he departed from Galilee, and came er’s womb: and there are some eu- into the coasts of Judæa beyond nuchs, which were made eunuchs of Jordan; men: and there be eunuchs, which 2 And great multitudes followed have made themselves eunuchs for him; and he healed them there. the kingdom of heaven’s sake. He 3 ¶ The Pharisees also came unto that is able to receive it, let him him, tempting him, and saying receive it. unto him, Is it lawful for a man to 13 ¶ Then were there brought unto a put away his wife for every cause? him little children, that he should 4 And he answered and said unto put his a hands on them, and pray: them, Have ye not read, that he and the disciples rebuked b them. which a made them at the beginning 14 But Jesus said, a Suffer little made them male and female, b children, and forbid them not, to 5 And said, For this cause shall a come unto me: for of such is the man leave father and mother, and kingdom of heaven. shall a cleave to his wife: and they 15 And he laid his hands on them, twain shall be one flesh? and departed thence. 6 Wherefore they are no more 16 ¶ And, behold, one came and twain, but one flesh. What there- said unto him, Good Master, what fore God hath a joined together, let good thing shall I do, that I may not man b put asunder. have a eternal life? 7 They say unto him, Why did 17 And he said unto him, Why Moses then command to give a callest thou me good? there is none a writing of b divorcement, and to a good but one, that is, God: but if put her away ? thou wilt enter into b life, keep the 8 He saith unto them, Moses be- c commandments. cause of the ahardness of your hearts 18 He saith unto him, Which? Jesus suffered you to put away your bwives: said, Thou shalt do no a murder, but from the beginning it was not so. Thou shalt not commit b adultery, 9 And I say unto you, Whosoever Thou shalt not c steal, Thou shalt shall put away his wife, except it not bear d false witness, 35 a tg Forgive. 8 a tg Hardheartedness. tg Children; 19 3 a gr divorce. b tg Family, Eternal. Salvation of Little 4 a tg Man, Physical 9 a tg Fornication. Children. Creation of. b tg Sexual Immorality. 16 a tg Eternity. 5 a tg Family, Love 13 a tg Hands, Laying 17 a tg God, Perfection of. within; on of. b Prov. 4:22. Marriage, Celestial. b jst Matt. 19:13 . . . them, c 1 Ne. 22:31. 6 a tg Marriage, Marry. saying, There is no need, 18 a tg Blood, Shedding of; b gr divide, separate. for Jesus hath said, Such Murder. 7 a gr certificate of shall be saved. b tg Adulterer. divorce. 14 a gr Allow, Permit. c tg Stealing. b tg Divorce. b D&C 137:10. d Prov. 25:18. 1221 Matthew 19:19–20:8 19 a Honour thy father and thy 29 And every one that hath a for- mother: and, Thou shalt b love thy saken houses, or brethren, or sis- c neighbour as thyself. ters, or father, or mother, or wife, or 20 The young man saith unto him, children, or lands, for my b name’s All these things have I kept from my sake, shall receive an hundredfold, youth up: what lack I yet? and shall inherit c everlasting life. 21 Jesus said unto him, If thou wilt 30 But many that are a first shall be be a perfect, go and sell that thou last; and the last shall be first. hast, and bgive to the cpoor, and thou shalt have d treasure in heaven: and Chapter 20 come and e follow me. Jesus gives the parable of the laborers 22 But when the young man heard that saying, he went away sorrow- in the vineyard—He foretells His cru- ful: for he had a great possessions. cifixion and resurrection—He came 23 ¶ Then said Jesus unto his dis- to give His life as a ransom for many. ciples, Verily I say unto you, That a For the kingdom of heaven is like a rich man shall b hardly enter into unto a man that is an householder, the kingdom of heaven. which went out early in the morning 24 And again I say unto you, It to hire a labourers into his vineyard. is easier for a camel to go through 2 And when he had agreed with the eye of a needle, than for a a rich the labourers for a penny a day, he man to enter into the kingdom sent them into his a vineyard. of God. 3 And he went out about the third 25 When his disciples heard it, they hour, and saw others standing a idle were exceedingly amazed, saying, in the marketplace, Who then can be saved? 4 And said unto them; Go ye also 26 a But Jesus beheld them, and into the vineyard, and whatsoever said unto them, With men this is is right I will give you. And they impossible; but with God all things went their way. are b possible. 5 Again he went out about the sixth 27 ¶ Then answered Peter and said and ninth hour, and did likewise. unto him, Behold, we have forsaken 6 And about the a eleventh hour he all, and followed thee; what shall went out, and found others stand- we have therefore? ing idle, and saith unto them, Why 28 And Jesus said unto them, Verily stand ye here all the day idle? I say unto you, That ye which have 7 They say unto him, Because no followed me, in the a regeneration man hath hired us. He saith unto when the Son of man shall sit in the them, Go ye also into the vineyard; throne of his glory, ye also shall sit and whatsoever is right, that shall upon twelve thrones, b judging the ye receive. twelve tribes of Israel. 8 So when even was come, the lord 19 a tg Family, Children, D&C 6:7 (5–7). resurrection . . . Duties of; Honoring b gr with difficulty. b Morm. 3:18 (18–20); Father and Mother. 24 a Prov. 18:11. D&C 29:12. b tg Citizenship; Love. 26 a jst Matt. 19:26 But tg Apostles; c tg Fellowshipping; Jesus beheld their Judgment, the Last. Neighbor. thoughts, and said unto 29 a D&C 19:36. 21 a tg Commitment; them, With men this is tg Self-Sacrifice. Perfection. impossible; but if they b tg Name. b tg Almsgiving; Sacrifice. will forsake all things c tg Exaltation. c tg Poor. for my sake, with God 30 a D&C 29:30. d tg Treasure. whatsoever things I speak 20 1 a tg Labor. e Alma 22:15. are possible. 2 a tg Vineyard of the 22 a gr many. b Job 42:2. Lord. 23 a 2 Ne. 9:30; tg God, Power of. 3 a Alma 38:12. Jacob 2:19 (16–19); 28 a jst Matt. 19:28 . . . 6 a D&C 33:3 (1–3). Matthew 20:9–30 1222 of the vineyard saith unto his 20 ¶ Then came to him the mother steward, Call the a labourers, and of Zebedee’s children with her sons, give them their b hire, beginning worshipping him, and desiring a from the last unto the first. certain thing of him. 9 And when they came that were 21 And he said unto her, What wilt hired about the eleventh hour, they thou? She saith unto him, Grant that received every man a penny. these my two sons may sit, the one 10 But when the first came, they on thy right hand, and the other on supposed that they should have the left, in thy kingdom. received more; and they likewise 22 But Jesus answered and said, Ye received every man a penny. know not what ye ask. Are ye able 11 And when they had received it, to drink of the cup that I shall drink they murmured against the good- of, and to be baptized with the bap- man of the house, tism that I am baptized with? They 12 Saying, These last have wrought say unto him, We are able. but one hour, and thou hast made 23 And he saith unto them, Ye them equal unto us, which have shall drink indeed of my cup, and borne the burden and heat of the be baptized with the baptism that day. I am baptized with: but to sit on 13 But he answered one of them, my right hand, and on my left, is and said, Friend, I do thee no wrong: not mine to give, but it shall be given didst not thou agree with me for a to them for whom it is prepared of penny ? my a Father. 14 Take that thine is, and go thy 24 And when the ten heard it, way: I will give unto this last, even they were moved with indignation as unto thee. against the two brethren. 15 Is it not lawful for me to do what 25 But Jesus called them unto him, I will with mine own? Is thine eye and said, Ye know that the princes evil, because I am good? of the Gentiles exercise dominion 16 So the a last shall be first, and over them, and they that are great the first last: for many be b called, exercise authority upon them. but few chosen. 26 But it shall not be so among you: 17 ¶ And Jesus going up to Jerusa- but whosoever will be a great among lem took the twelve disciples apart you, let him be your b minister; in the way, and said unto them, 27 And whosoever a will be chief 18 Behold, we go up to Jerusalem; among you, let him be your bservant: and the Son of man shall be a be- 28 Even as the a Son of man came trayed unto the chief priests and not to be ministered unto, but to unto the scribes, and they shall minister, and to b give his life a c ran- condemn him to b death, som for many. 19 And shall deliver him to the 29 And as they departed from Gentiles to a mock, and to scourge, Jericho, a great multitude followed and to b crucify him: and the third him. day he shall c rise again. 30 ¶ And, behold, two a blind men 8 a D&C 39:13. c tg Jesus Christ, b tg God, Gifts of. b tg Wages. Resurrection. c D&C 138:2 (2–4). 16 a Jacob 5:63. 23 a tg Godhead. tg Jesus Christ, b tg Called of God; 26 a tg Leadership. Atonement through; Foreordination. b tg Priesthood, Jesus Christ, Redeemer; 18 a tg Jesus Christ, Magnifying Callings Redemption. Betrayal of. within. 30 a Matt. 9:28 (28–31); b tg Jesus Christ, Death of. 27 a gr desires to be. Mark 10:46 (46–52); 19 a tg Mocking. b tg Humility; John 9:1 (1–4); b tg Jesus Christ, Self-Sacrifice; Servant; Mosiah 3:5; Crucifixion of; Service. 3 Ne. 17:9 (7–10); Martyrdom. 28 a Moses 6:57. D&C 84:69. 1223 Matthew 20:31–21:18 sitting by the way side, when they 7 aAnd brought the ass, and the heard that Jesus passed by, cried colt, and put on them their clothes, out, saying, Have mercy on us, O and they set him thereon. Lord, thou Son of David. 8 And a very great multitude 31 And the multitude rebuked spread their garments in the way; them, because they should hold others cut down branches from the their peace: but they cried the more, trees, and strawed them in the way. saying, Have mercy on us, O Lord, 9 And the multitudes that went thou Son of David. before, and that followed, cried, 32 And Jesus stood still, and called saying, a Hosanna to the Son of them, and said, What will ye that I David: b Blessed is he that cometh shall do unto you? in the name of the Lord; Hosanna in 33 They say unto him, Lord, that the highest. our eyes may be opened. 10 And when he was come into 34 So Jesus had a compassion on Jerusalem, all the city was moved, them, and touched their eyes: and saying, Who is this? immediately their eyes received 11 And the a multitude said, This b sight, and they followed him. is Jesus the prophet of Nazareth of Galilee. Chapter 21 12 ¶ And Jesus went into the temple of God, and cast out all them that Jesus rides in triumph into Jerusalem— sold and bought in the temple, and He cleanses the temple, curses the fig overthrew the tables of the money- tree, and discusses authority—He gives changers, and the seats of them that the parables of the two sons and the sold doves, wicked husbandmen. 13 And said unto them, It is writ- And when they drew nigh unto Je- ten, My a house shall be called the rusalem, and were come to Beth- house of b prayer; but ye have made phage, unto the mount of Olives, it a c den of thieves. then sent Jesus two disciples, 14 And the blind and the lame 2 Saying unto them, Go into the vil- came to him in the temple; and he lage a over against you, and straight- healed them. way ye shall find an ass tied, and a 15 And when the chief priests and colt with her: loose them, and bring scribes saw the wonderful things them unto me. that he did, and the achildren crying 3 And if any man say ought unto in the temple, and saying, Hosanna you, ye shall say, The Lord hath to the Son of David; they were sore need of them; and straightway he displeased, will send them. 16 And said unto him, Hearest thou 4 All this was done, that it might what these say? And Jesus saith unto be fulfilled which was spoken by them, Yea; have ye never read, Out the prophet, saying, of the mouth of babes and sucklings 5 Tell ye the daughter of Sion, Be- thou hast perfected praise? hold, thy a King cometh unto thee, 17 ¶ And he left them, and went meek, and sitting upon an ass, and out of the city into Bethany; and a colt the foal of an ass. he lodged there. 6 And the disciples went, and did 18 Now in the morning as he re- as Jesus commanded them, turned into the city, he hungered. 34 a tg Compassion. put on it their clothes; 13 a Ps. 27:4. b tg Sight. and Jesus took the colt tg Temple. 21 2 a gr in front of you. and sat thereon; b tg Prayer. 5 a Isa. 62:11; and they followed him. c Jer. 7:11. Zech. 9:9 (9–11). 9 a Luke 19:40. 15 a jst Matt. 21:13 . . . 7 a jst Matt. 21:5 . . . and b Ps. 118:25–26. children of the kingdom brought the colt, and 11 a gr crowds kept saying. crying . . . Matthew 21:19–34 1224 19 And when he saw a fig tree a in fear the people; for all hold John the way, he came to it, and found as a a prophet. nothing thereon, but leaves only, 27 And they answered Jesus, and and said unto it, Let no b fruit grow said, We cannot tell. And he said on thee henceforward for ever. And unto them, Neither tell I you by c presently the fig tree withered what authority I do these things. away. 28 ¶ But what think ye? A certain 20 And when the disciples saw it, man had two sons; and he came to they marvelled, saying, How soon the first, and said, Son, go a work to is the fig tree withered away! day in my vineyard. 21 Jesus answered and said unto 29 He answered and said, a I will them, Verily I say unto you, If ye not: but afterward he repented, have a faith, and b doubt not, ye shall and went. not only do this which is done to the 30 And he came to the second, and fig tree, but also if ye shall say unto said likewise. And he answered this c mountain, Be thou removed, and said, I go, sir: and a went b not. and be thou cast into the sea; it 31 Whether of them twain did the shall be done. will of his father? They say unto 22 And all a things, whatsoever ye him, The first. Jesus saith unto them, shall b ask in c prayer, believing, Verily I say unto you, That the pub- ye shall receive. licans and the harlots go into the 23 ¶ And when he was come into kingdom of God before you. the temple, the chief priests and the 32 For John came unto you in the elders of the people came unto him way of a righteousness, and ye b be- as he was teaching, and said, By lieved him not: but the c publicans what a authority doest thou these and the harlots believed him: d and things? and who gave thee this ye, when ye had seen it, repented authority ? not afterward, that ye might be- 24 And Jesus answered and said lieve him. unto them, I also will ask you one 33 ¶ a Hear another parable: There thing, which if ye tell me, I in like was a certain householder, which wise will tell you by what a author- planted a vineyard, and hedged it ity I do these things. round about, and digged a winepress 25 The baptism of John, whence in it, and built a tower, and let it was it? from heaven, or of men? And out to b husbandmen, and went into they reasoned with themselves, say- a far country: ing, If we shall say, From heaven; 34 And when the time of the fruit he will say unto us, Why did ye not drew near, he sent his servants to then believe him? the husbandmen, that they might 26 But if we shall say, Of men; we receive the fruits of it. 19 a gr by the road. Luke 20:6. believe me, except he first b tg Vineyard of the Lord. 28 a Jacob 5:71 (70–71). repent. And except ye c gr immediately; see 29 a gr I don’t desire to go. repent, the preaching of also Mark 11:20–24. 30 a tg Hypocrisy. John shall condemn you in 21 a tg Faith. b D&C 41:5. the day of judgment . . . b tg Doubt. 32 a tg Righteousness. 33 a jst Matt. 21:34–35 . . . c tg God, Power of. b tg Unbelief. And again, hear another 22 a tg Blessing. c Luke 3:12; 7:29 (28–30). parable; for unto you b 3 Ne. 18:20; d jst Matt. 21:32–34 that believe not, I speak Morm. 9:21. . . . and ye, afterward, in parables; that your c tg Prayer. when ye had seen me, unrighteousness may 23 a tg Authority. repented not, that ye be rewarded unto you. 24 a tg Jesus Christ, might believe him. For Behold, there was . . . Authority of. he that believed not John b tg Stewardship; 26 a Matt. 11:9; 14:5; concerning me, cannot Watchman. 1225 Matthew 21:35–22:10 35 And the husbandmen took his titude, because they took him for a a servants, and b beat one, and killed prophet. another, and stoned another. 36 Again, he sent other servants Chapter 22 more than the first: and they did unto them likewise. Jesus gives the parable of the marriage 37 But last of all he sent unto them of the king’s son—Pay tribute to Cæsar his son, saying, They will reverence and to God—Worldly marriages endure my son. in this life only—The first command- 38 But when the husbandmen saw ment is to love the Lord—Jesus asks, the son, they said among themselves, What think ye of Christ? This is the aheir; come, let us kill him, And Jesus answered and spake unto and let us seize on his inheritance. them again by parables, and said, 39 And they caught him, and cast 2 The kingdom of heaven is like him out of the vineyard, and slew him. unto a certain king, which a made 40 When the lord therefore of the a b marriage for his son, vineyard cometh, what will he do 3 And sent forth his servants to unto those husbandmen? call them that were bidden to the 41 They say unto him, He will wedding: and athey would not come. miserably destroy those wicked 4 Again, he sent forth other ser- men, and will let out his a vineyard vants, saying, Tell them which are unto other husbandmen, which bidden, Behold, I have prepared my shall render him the fruits in their dinner: my oxen and my fatlings seasons. are killed, and all things are ready: 42 Jesus saith unto them, Did ye come unto the marriage. never read in the scriptures, The 5 But they made light of it, and a stone which the builders b rejected, went their ways, one to his farm, the same is become the head of the another to his merchandise: c corner: this is the Lord’s doing, and 6 And the remnant took his ser- it is marvellous in our eyes? vants, and entreated them spitefully, 43 Therefore say I unto you, The and slew them. a kingdom of God shall be b taken 7 But when the king heard thereof, from you, and c given to a d nation he was wroth: and he sent forth his bringing forth the fruits thereof. armies, and destroyed those mur- 44 aAnd whosoever shall fall on derers, and burned up their city. this stone shall be broken: but on 8 Then saith he to his servants, The whomsoever it shall fall, it will grind wedding is ready, but they which him to powder. were bidden were not worthy. 45 aAnd when the chief priests and 9 Go ye therefore into the high- Pharisees had heard his parables, ways, and as many as ye shall find, they perceived that he spake of bid to the marriage. them. 10 So those servants went out into 46 But when they sought to lay the highways, and a gathered to- hands on him, they feared the mul- gether all as many as they found, 35 a Matt. 23:30 (29–38). c Zech. 10:4. 1 Pet. 2:8 (6–8). b tg Prophets, 43 a Isa. 5:5 (1–7); 45 a jst Matt. 21:47–56 Rejection of. Luke 14:24 (21–24); (Appendix). 38 a John 11:53 (47–53); Acts 13:46; 22 2 a gr gave a wedding Heb. 1:2. 1 Ne. 13:26; celebration. 41 a tg Vineyard of the Lord. D&C 90:3 (1–5). b Luke 5:34; 42 a tg Cornerstone; b Dan. 2:44. Rev. 19:7 (7–9); 21:2; Jesus Christ, Prophecies c Isa. 48:11. D&C 65:3. about; d tg Nations. 3 a gr they did not want Rock. 44 a Isa. 8:14 (13–15); to come. b Luke 9:22; Luke 2:34; 10 a Matt. 13:47 (47–53). 1 Pet. 2:7. Rom. 9:32 (28–33); Matthew 22:11–34 1226 both bad and good: and the wedding words, they marvelled, and left him, was furnished with guests. and went their way. 11 ¶ And when the king came in 23 ¶ The same day came to him to see the guests, he saw there a the aSadducees, which say that there man which had not on a wedding is no resurrection, and asked him, a garment: 24 Saying, Master, Moses said, If 12 And he saith unto him, Friend, a man die, having no children, his how camest thou in hither not hav- a brother shall b marry his wife, and ing a wedding garment? And he was raise up seed unto his brother. speechless. 25 Now there were with us seven 13 Then said the king to the ser- brethren: and the first, when he vants, Bind him hand and foot, had married a wife, deceased, and, and take him away, and cast him having no issue, left his wife unto into a outer darkness; there shall his brother: be weeping and gnashing of teeth. 26 Likewise the second also, and 14 For many are a called, but few the third, unto the seventh. are b chosen. 27 And last of all the woman died 15 ¶ Then went the Pharisees, and also. took counsel how they might a en- 28 Therefore in the resurrection tangle him in his talk. whose wife shall she be of the seven? 16 And they sent out unto him for they all had her. their disciples with the Herodians, 29 Jesus answered and said unto saying, Master, we know that thou them, Ye do err, not knowing the art true, and teachest the way of a scriptures, nor the b power of God. God in truth, a neither carest thou 30 For in the a resurrection they for any man: for thou b regardest not neither b marry, nor are given in the person of men. marriage, but are as the c angels of 17 Tell us therefore, What thinkest God in heaven. thou? Is it a lawful to give tribute 31 But as touching the resurrec- unto Cæsar, or not? tion of the dead, have ye not read 18 But Jesus perceived their wick- that which was spoken unto you by edness, and said, Why atempt ye me, God, saying, ye hypocrites? 32 I am the a God of Abraham, and 19 Shew me the tribute money. the God of Isaac, and the God of Ja- And they brought unto him a penny. cob? God is not the God of the dead, 20 And he saith unto them, Whose but of the living. is this image and superscription? 33 And when the multitude heard 21 They say unto him, Cæsar’s. this, they were astonished at his Then saith he unto them, a Render doctrine. therefore unto b Cæsar the things 34 ¶ But when the Pharisees had which are Cæsar’s; and unto God heard that he had put the Saddu- the things that are God’s. cees to silence, they were gathered 22 When they had heard these together. 11 a Rev. 19:8. b Prov. 24:23. Teaching Mode of; 13 a Matt. 8:12 (11–12); 17 a D&C 58:22 (20–23). Scriptures, Study of. D&C 77:8; 18 a gr are you testing. b tg God, Power of. 133:72 (71–73). tg Test. 30 a tg Resurrection. 14 a D&C 121:34 (34–40). 21 a tg Citizenship. b tg Marriage, Marry; b jst Matt. 22:14 . . . b tg Governments. Marriage, Temporal. chosen; wherefore all do 23 a Matt. 16:12 (1, 6, 11–12); c D&C 131:4 (1–4); not have on the wedding Acts 23:8. 132:16 (15–17). garment. 24 a Deut. 25:5; 32 a Gen. 32:9; 15 a Mark 12:13 (13–17); Mark 12:19. 1 Ne. 19:10; Luke 11:54; 20:20 (19–26). b Ruth 3:13. D&C 136:21. 16 a ie you court no man’s 29 a D&C 138:1 (1–4). favor. tg Jesus Christ, 1227 Matthew 22:35–23:12 35 Then one of them, which was a They will not escape the damnation lawyer, asked him a question, a tempt- of hell. ing him, and saying, Then spake Jesus to the multitude, 36 Master, which is the great com- and to his disciples, mandment in the law? 2 Saying, The a scribes and the 37 Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt a love the Lord thy God with all thy Pharisees sit in Moses’ b seat: 3 All therefore whatsoever they b heart, and with all thy soul, and bid you observe, that observe and with all thy c mind. do; but do not ye after their works: 38 This is the first and great a com- for they say, and do not. mandment. 4 For they bind heavy burdens 39 And the second is like unto it, and grievous to be borne, and lay Thou shalt a love thy neighbour as them on men’s shoulders; but they thyself. 40 On these two commandments themselves will not move them with hang all the a law and the prophets. one of their fingers. 5 But all their works they do for to 41 ¶ While the Pharisees were be seen of men: they a make broad gathered together, Jesus asked them, their b phylacteries, and enlarge the 42 Saying, What think ye of Christ? c borders of their garments, whose son is he? They say unto him, 6 And love the a uppermost rooms The Son of a David. at feasts, and the chief seats in the 43 He saith unto them, How then synagogues, doth David in spirit call him Lord, 7 And greetings in the markets, and saying, to be called of men, Rabbi, a Rabbi. 44 The Lord said unto my Lord, Sit 8 But be not ye called a Rabbi: for thou on my right hand, till I make one is your b Master, even Christ; and thine enemies thy footstool? all ye are brethren. 45 If David then call him Lord, 9 aAnd call no man your father how is he his son? upon the earth: for one is your 46 And no man was able to answer Father, which is in heaven. him a word, neither a durst any man from that day forth ask him any 10 Neither be ye called masters: for one is your Master, a even Christ. more questions. 11 But he that is a greatest among Chapter 23 you shall be your b servant. 12 And whosoever shall a exalt Jesus pronounces woes upon the scribes himself shall be b abased; and he and Pharisees—They will be held re- that shall c humble himself shall sponsible for killing the prophets— be exalted. 35 a tg Test. judgment and heavenly Father, even he 37 a tg Dedication; instruction. who is in heaven. God, Love of; 5 a gr enlarge their 10 a jst Matt. 23:7 . . . even Love. phylacteries. he whom your heavenly b tg Heart. b Ex. 13:9 (9, 16); Father sent, which is c tg Mind. Deut. 6:8. Christ; for he hath sent 38 a tg Commandments c Num. 15:38. him among you that ye of God. 6 a Luke 11:43; 14:7. might have life. 39 a tg Love. 7 a jst Matt. 23:4 . . . Rabbi, 11 a Mark 10:44 (42–45); 40 a Mark 12:33 (13–37); (which is master). Luke 22:24 (24–30). Rom. 13:10 (8–10). 8 a Hebrew and Aramaic: tg Leadership. tg Law of Moses. Master, or, My master. b tg Servant. 42 a tg Jesus Christ, b Col. 4:1 (1–11). 12 a tg Haughtiness; Davidic Descent of. 9 a jst Matt. 23:6 And call Pride. 46 a gr dared. no one your creator b D&C 49:10. 23 2 a tg Scribe. upon the earth, or your c James 1:9 (8–16); b The Greek word heavenly Father; for D&C 112:3; 124:114. connotes a chair of one is your creator and tg Humility. Matthew 23:13–32 1228 13 ¶ But woe unto you, ascribes and 23 Woe unto you, scribes and Phari­ b Pharisees, c hypocrites! for ye shut sees, ahypocrites! for ye pay btithe of up the kingdom of heaven against mint and c anise and cummin, and men: for ye neither go in yourselves, have d omitted the weightier matters neither suffer ye them that are en- of the law, e judgment, f mercy, and tering to go in. faith: these ought ye to have done, 14 Woe unto you, scribes and and not to leave the other undone. Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye adevour 24 Ye blind guides, which strain at widows’ houses, and for a pretence a gnat, and swallow a a camel. make long prayer: therefore ye shall 25 Woe unto you, scribes and Phari­ receive the greater b damnation. sees, hypocrites! for ye make clean 15 Woe unto you, scribes and Phari­ the outside of the cup and of the sees, hypocrites! for ye compass sea platter, but within they are full of and land to make one proselyte, a extortion and b excess. and when he is made, ye make him 26 Thou blind Pharisee, a cleanse twofold more the child of hell a than first that which is within the cup yourselves. and platter, that the outside of them 16 Woe unto you, ye a blind guides, may be clean also. which say, Whosoever shall swear 27 Woe unto you, scribes and Phari­ by the temple, it is nothing; but sees, hypocrites! for ye are like unto whosoever shall swear by the gold a whited b sepulchres, which indeed of the temple, he is a debtor! appear c beautiful outward, but are 17 Ye fools and blind: for whether within full of dead men’s bones, and is greater, the gold, or the temple of all d uncleanness. that sanctifieth the gold? 28 Even so ye also outwardly appear 18 And, Whosoever shall swear a righteous unto men, but within ye by the altar, it is nothing; but who- are full of b hypocrisy and iniquity. soever sweareth by the gift that is 29 Woe unto you, scribes and upon it, he is guilty. Pharisees, hypocrites! because ye 19 Ye fools and blind: for whether build the tombs of the prophets, is greater, the gift, or the altar that and garnish the sepulchres of the sanctifieth the gift? righteous, 20 Whoso therefore shall swear by 30 And say, If we had been in the the altar, sweareth by it, and by all days of our fathers, we would not things thereon. have been partakers with them in 21 And whoso shall swear by the the blood of the a prophets. temple, sweareth by it, and by him 31 Wherefore ye be witnesses unto that dwelleth therein. yourselves, that ye are the children 22 And he that shall swear by of them which akilled the bprophets. heaven, sweareth by the throne of 32 Fill ye up then the a measure of God, and by him that sitteth thereon. your b fathers. 13 a tg Scribe. f tg Mercy. 27 a gr whitewashed tombs. b tg Apostasy of Israel. 24 a jst Matt. 23:21 . . . Acts 23:3. c gr actors. camel; who make b Luke 11:44. 14 a tg Injustice. yourselves appear unto c tg Beauty. b tg Damnation. men that ye would not d tg Cleanliness. 15 a jst Matt. 23:12 . . . than commit the least sin, 28 a D&C 10:37. he was before, like unto and yet ye yourselves, b tg Guile. yourselves. transgress the whole law. 30 a Matt. 21:35 (33–42). 16 a tg Spiritual Blindness. 25 a gr rapacity, greediness. 31 a tg Martyrdom. 23 a tg Hypocrisy. b gr self-indulgence, b tg Prophets, b tg Tithing. lack of self-control. Rejection of. c gr dill. tg Temperance. 32 a Judg. 2:19. d gr abandoned. 26 a tg Purification; b Acts 7:51 (51–52); e tg Justice. Wash. Hel. 13:25 (25–29). 1229 Matthew 23:33–24:8 33 Ye serpents, ye a generation of Great calamities will precede His Sec- vipers, how can ye escape the b dam- ond Coming—He gives the parable of nation of hell? the fig tree. 34 ¶ Wherefore, behold, I send unto And Jesus went out, and departed you a prophets, and wise men, and from the temple: and his disciples b scribes: and some of them ye shall came to him for to a shew him the kill and crucify; and some of them shall ye scourge in your synagogues, buildings of the b temple. and persecute them from city to city: 2 And Jesus said unto them, a See ye not all these things? verily I say 35 That upon you may come all unto you, There shall not be left the righteous a blood shed upon the earth, from the blood of b righteous here one b stone upon another, that Abel unto the blood of Zacharias shall not be thrown down. son of Barachias, whom ye slew 3 ¶ And as he sat upon the mount between the c temple and the altar. of Olives, the disciples came unto him privately, saying, Tell us, when 36 Verily I say unto you, All these shall these things be? and what shall things shall come upon this a gen- be the a sign of thy coming, and of eration. 37 O a Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou the end of the b world? that b killest the prophets, and ston- 4 And Jesus answered and said est them which are sent unto thee, unto them, Take heed that no man a deceive you. how often c would I have d gathered 5 For many shall come in my thy children together, even as a hen gathereth her chickens under her a name, saying, I am b Christ; and wings, and ye e would not! shall c deceive many. 6 And ye shall hear of a wars and 38 Behold, your house is left unto rumours of wars: see that ye be not you a desolate. b troubled: for all these things must 39 a For I say unto you, Ye shall not see me henceforth, till ye shall say, come to pass, but the end is not yet. b Blessed is he that cometh in the 7 For a nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against king- name of the Lord. dom: and there shall be b famines, and pestilences, and earthquakes, Chapter 24 in divers places. Jesus foretells the doom of Jerusalem 8 All these are the beginning of and the destruction of the temple— a sorrows. 33 a Matt. 3:7; 12:34. c gr have I desired to the destruction of the b tg Damnation; gather. wicked, which is the end Punish. d 3 Ne. 10:6 (4–6); of the world.” 34 a D&C 1:38; 43:25. D&C 29:2; D&C 45:22. b tg Scribe. 43:24 (24–25). tg Last Days; 35 a tg Martyrdom. tg Israel, Gathering of. World, End of. b tg Righteousness. e D&C 138:21 (21–22). 4 a Col. 2:18 (16–23); c Luke 11:51. tg Rebellion; D&C 49:23 (22–24). 36 a jst Matt. 23:33–35 Stubbornness. tg Lying. . . . generation. Ye 38 a Ps. 69:25; 5 a tg Name. bear testimony against Jer. 12:7; 22:5. b tg False Christs. your fathers, when ye, 39 a JS—M 1:1. c Mark 13:6. yourselves, are partakers b Ps. 118:26. tg Apostasy of the Early of the same wickedness. 24 1 a JS—M 1:2. Christian Church. Behold your fathers did b D&C 45:20 (15–21). 6 a tg War. it through ignorance, but tg Temple. b gr frightened. ye do not; wherefore, their 2 a D&C 45:18. D&C 45:35 (34–35). sins shall be upon your b Luke 19:44 (41–44); 7 a tg Last Days; heads. JS—M 1:3 (1–55). Nations. 37 a tg Jerusalem. 3 a Luke 21:7 (7–36); b tg Drought. b tg Prophets, D&C 45:16 (16–75). 8 a tg Sorrow. Rejection of. b JS—M 1:4 adds “or Matthew 24:9–30 1230 9 Then shall they deliver you up ulation, such as was not since the to be afflicted, and shall a kill you: beginning of the world to this time, and ye shall be b hated of all nations no, nor ever shall be. c for my name’s sake. 22 And except those days should be 10 And then shall many be a of- shortened, there should no flesh be fended, and shall betray one an- saved: but for the elect’s sake those other, and shall hate one another. a days shall be shortened. 11 And many a false prophets shall 23 Then if any man shall say unto rise, and shall deceive many. you, Lo, here is Christ, or there; a be- 12 And because a iniquity shall lieve it not. abound, the love of many shall 24 For there shall arise a false wax b cold. b Christs, and c false prophets, and 13 But he that shall a endure unto shall shew great dsigns and wonders; the end, the same shall be saved. insomuch that, if it were possible, 14 And this agospel of the bkingdom they shall e deceive the very f elect. shall be preached in all the world 25 Behold, I have told you before. for a witness unto all nations; and 26 Wherefore if they shall say unto then shall the c end come. you, Behold, he is in the desert; go 15 When ye therefore shall see the not forth: behold, he is in the a secret a abomination of desolation, spoken chambers; believe it not. of by Daniel the prophet, stand in 27 For as the alightning cometh out the b holy place, (whoso readeth, let of the b east, and shineth even unto him c understand:) the west; so shall also the coming 16 Then let them which be in of the Son of man be. Judæa a flee into the mountains: 28 For wheresoever the carcase is, 17 Let him which is on the house- there will the eagles be a gathered top not come down to take any thing together. out of his house: 29 ¶ Immediately after the tribu- 18 Neither let him which is in the lation of those a days shall the b sun field return back to take his clothes. be c darkened, and the moon shall 19 And a woe unto them that are not give her light, and the stars shall with child, and to them that give fall from heaven, and the powers of suck in those days! the heavens shall be shaken: 20 But pray ye that your flight be 30 And then shall appear the a sign not in the winter, neither on the of the Son of man in b heaven: and sabbath day: then shall all the tribes of the earth 21 For then shall be great a trib- c mourn, and they shall see the d Son 9 a tg Martyrdom. 15 a tg Abomination of 26 a D&C 49:22 (22–23). b tg Persecution. Desolation. 27 a D&C 45:36 (36–44). c gr on account of my b tg Jerusalem. b Ezek. 43:2. name. c D&C 57:9. 28 a D&C 29:8 (7–8); 10 a Isa. 8:14 (14–15); 16 a tg Israel, Scattering of. JS—M 1:27. Matt. 11:6. 19 a Luke 23:29. 29 a tg Day of the Lord. 11 a tg Apostasy of the 21 a JS—M 1:18. b tg Astronomy. Early Christian Church; tg Tribulation. c Isa. 13:10; False Prophets. 22 a tg Time. Ezek. 32:7; 34:12 (11–19); 12 a D&C 45:27. 23 a D&C 49:22. Joel 2:10; b tg Apostasy of 24 a tg Apostasy of the Rev. 6:12. Individuals. Early Christian Church. 30 a D&C 88:93. 13 a tg Perseverance; b tg False Christs. tg Jesus Christ, Second Steadfastness. c tg False Prophets. Coming. 14 a tg Gospel; d Rev. 16:14 (13–14). b tg Heaven. Restoration of the tg Signs; Sign Seekers. c Zech. 12:12; Gospel. e Rev. 13:14 (11–18). Rev. 1:7 (7–8). b tg Kingdom of God, on tg Deceit. d tg Jesus Christ, Earth. f D&C 29:7 (7–8); Son of Man. c D&C 29:23; 43:31. 84:34 (33–34). 1231 Matthew 24:31–51 of man coming in the clouds of 42 ¶ a Watch therefore: for ye know heaven with epower and great fglory. not what hour your Lord doth 31 And he shall send his a angels come. with a great sound of a b trumpet, 43 But know this, that if the good- and they shall gather together his man of the house had known in c elect from the four winds, from one what watch the thief would come, end of d heaven to the other. he would have watched, and would 32 Now learn a parable of the a fig not have suffered his house to be tree; When his branch is yet tender, a broken up. and putteth forth leaves, ye know 44 Therefore be ye also a ready: for that summer is nigh: in such an b hour c as ye think not 33 So likewise ye, when ye shall the Son of man cometh. see all these things, know that a it 45 Who then is a afaithful and bwise is near, even at the b doors. c servant, whom his lord hath made 34 Verily I say unto you, This a gen- ruler over his household, to give eration shall not pass, till all these them meat in due season? b things be c fulfilled. 46 Blessed is that a servant, whom 35 Heaven and earth shall a pass his lord when he cometh shall find away, but my b words shall not so doing. c pass away. 47 Verily I say unto you, That he 36 ¶ But of that a day and b hour shall make him ruler over all his knoweth no man, no, not the c an- goods. gels of heaven, but my Father only. 48 But and if that evil servant shall 37 But as the days of a Noe were, say in his heart, My lord a delayeth so shall also the coming of the Son his coming; of man be. 49 And shall begin to smite his fel- 38 For as in the days that were lowservants, and to eat and drink before the a flood they were eating with the drunken; and drinking, marrying and giving 50 The lord of that servant shall in marriage, until the day that Noe come in a day when he looketh not entered into the ark, for him, and in an hour that he is 39 And knew not until the flood not aware of, came, and took them all away; so 51 And shall cut him asunder, and shall also the coming of the Son of appoint him his portion with the man be. hypocrites: there shall be weeping 40 Then shall two be in the field; and gnashing of teeth. the one shall be taken, and the other left. 41 Two women shall be grinding at Chapter 25 the mill; the one shall be taken, and Jesus gives the parables of the ten virgins, the other left. the talents, and the sheep and the goats. 30 e tg Jesus Christ, Power of. c D&C 45:21. Preparing a People f tg Jesus Christ, Glory of. 35 a D&C 29:23 (22–29). for; Watch. 31 a tg Angels. b D&C 1:38 (37–39). 43 a Ex. 22:2 (1–4). b Isa. 27:13; c Josh. 21:45; 44 a tg Procrastination. 1 Thes. 4:16; 1 Kgs. 8:56; b Luke 12:40; D&C 49:23 (23–28). D&C 45:23. D&C 45:2; 51:20. c Ps. 147:2 (1–20); 36 a D&C 39:21; 49:7. c gr when you do not JS—M 1:27. b tg Jesus Christ, Second expect Him. tg Election. Coming. 45 a D&C 51:19. d Deut. 30:4. c tg Angels. b D&C 72:4. 32 a D&C 35:16. 37 a ie Noah. c D&C 58:26 (26–29); 33 a gr He is near. Gen. 7:1; 84:86 (85–86); b D&C 45:63. Luke 17:27 (26–27); 107:100 (99–100). 34 a JS—M 1:34 (31–35). 3 Ne. 22:9. tg Stewardship. b Isa. 10:22 (21–34); 38 a tg Worldliness. 46 a tg Servant. D&C 1:7. 42 a tg Millennium, 48 a D&C 45:26. Matthew 25:1–25 1232 a Then shall the kingdom of heaven several ability; and straightway took be likened unto ten b virgins, which his journey. took their c lamps, and went forth to 16 Then he that had received the meet the bridegroom. five talents went and traded with 2 And five of them were wise, and the same, and made them other five five were foolish. talents. 3 They that were foolish took their 17 And likewise he that had received lamps, and took no oil with them: two, he also gained other two. 4 But the wise took oil in their 18 But he that had received one vessels with their lamps. went and digged in the earth, and 5 While the bridegroom tarried, hid his lord’s money. they all a slumbered and b slept. 19 After a long time the lord of 6 And at midnight there was a those servants cometh, and a reck- cry made, Behold, the a bridegroom oneth with them. cometh; go ye out to meet him. 20 And so he that had received 7 Then all those virgins arose, and five talents came and brought trimmed their a lamps. other five talents, saying, Lord, thou 8 And the foolish said unto the a deliveredst unto me five talents: wise, Give us of your oil; for our behold, I have gained beside them lamps a are gone out. five talents more. 9 But the wise answered, saying, 21 His lord said unto him, Well Not so; lest there be not enough for done, thou good and faithful a ser- us and you: but go ye rather to them vant: thou hast been b faithful over that sell, and buy for yourselves. a few things, I will make thee c ruler 10 And while they went to buy, over many things: enter thou into the bridegroom came; and they the d joy of thy lord. that were a ready went in with him 22 He also that had received two to the marriage: and the door was talents came and said, Lord, thou b shut. deliveredst unto me two talents: 11 Afterward came also the other behold, I have gained two other virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open talents beside them. to us. 23 His lord said unto him, Well 12 But he answered and said, a Ver- done, good and a faithful servant; ily I say unto you, I b know you not. thou hast been faithful over a few 13 a Watch therefore, for ye know things, I will make thee ruler over neither the day nor the hour wherein many things: enter thou into the the Son of man cometh. joy of thy lord. 14 ¶ For the kingdom of heaven is as 24 Then he which had received a man travelling into a far country, the one talent came and said, Lord, who called his own servants, and I knew thee that thou art an a hard delivered unto them his goods. man, reaping where thou hast not 15 And unto one he a gave five b tal- sown, and gathering where thou ents, to another two, and to another hast not strawed: one; to every man according to his 25 And I was aafraid, and went and 25 1 a jst Matt. 25:1 And then, Preparing a People for; 20 a gr entrustedst. at that day, before the Procrastination. 21 a tg Servant. Son of man comes, the b gr locked. b Luke 16:10; kingdom of . . . 12 a jst Matt. 25:11 . . . D&C 132:53. b D&C 45:56 (56–59); Verily I say unto you, c Rev. 3:21; 63:54. Ye know me not. D&C 132:20. c Lev. 24:2. b Matt. 7:23. tg Leadership; 5 a D&C 35:21. 13 a tg Watch. Stewardship. b tg Sleep. 15 a Mark 4:24 (23–25). d tg Joy. 6 a D&C 88:92; 133:10. b tg Talents; 23 a D&C 52:13. 7 a Luke 12:35; D&C 33:17. Work, Value of. tg Trustworthiness. 8 a gr are going out. 19 a gr settled accounts. 24 a gr strict. 10 a tg Millennium, D&C 72:3 (3–5). 25 a D&C 60:2 (2–3, 13). 1233 Matthew 25:26–45 hid thy talent in the earth: lo, there 35 For I was an a hungred, and ye thou hast that is thine. b gave me meat: I was thirsty, and 26 His lord answered and said unto ye gave me drink: I was a c stranger, him, Thou wicked and a slothful and ye took me in: servant, thou knewest that I b reap 36 Naked, and ye clothed me: I where I sowed not, and gather where was sick, and ye a visited me: I was I have not strawed: in b prison, and ye came unto me. 27 Thou oughtest therefore to have 37 Then shall the righteous answer put my money to the exchangers, him, saying, Lord, when saw we thee and then at my coming I should have an hungred, and fed thee? or thirsty, received mine own with a usury. and gave thee drink? 28 Take therefore the a talent from 38 When saw we thee a stranger, him, and give it unto him which and took thee in? or naked, and hath ten talents. clothed thee? 29 For unto every one that hath 39 Or when saw we thee a sick, or shall be a given, and he shall have in prison, and came unto thee? b abundance: but from him that hath 40 And the King shall answer and not shall be c taken away even that say unto them, Verily I say unto which he hath. you, Inasmuch as ye have a done it 30 And cast ye the unprofitable unto one of the b least of these my servant into outer darkness: there c brethren, ye have done it unto me. shall be weeping and gnashing of 41 Then shall he say also unto teeth. them on the a left hand, b Depart 31 ¶ When the a Son of man shall from me, ye c cursed, into everlast- come in his b glory, and all the holy ing d fire, e prepared for the devil angels with him, then shall he sit and his angels: upon the throne of his glory: 42 For I was an a hungred, and ye 32 And before him shall be gath- gave me no meat: I was thirsty, and ered all a nations: and he shall ye gave me no drink: b separate them one from another, 43 I was a stranger, and ye took as a c shepherd divideth his d sheep me not in: naked, and ye clothed from the goats: me not: sick, and in prison, and ye 33 And he shall set the sheep on visited me not. his a right hand, but the goats on 44 Then shall they also answer him, the left. saying, Lord, when saw we thee an 34 Then shall the King say unto hungred, or athirst, or a stranger, them on his a right hand, Come, ye or naked, or sick, or in prison, and b blessed of my Father, c inherit the did not minister unto thee? d kingdom prepared for you from 45 Then shall he answer them, say- the foundation of the world: ing, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch 26 a tg Laziness. c tg Shepherd. 39 a tg Health. b tg Harvest. d tg Sheep. 40 a Mosiah 2:17; 27 a tg Usury. 33 a D&C 29:27. D&C 42:38. 28 a D&C 82:18. 34 a Moses 7:56 (56–57). b tg Good Works; 29 a Matt. 13:12. b tg Blessing. Neighbor; Poor. b D&C 82:3. c tg Exaltation; c tg Welfare. c Alma 12:11 (9–11); Reward. 41 a D&C 19:5. D&C 1:33; 60:3 (2–3). d Luke 12:32; b D&C 29:28. 31 a tg Jesus Christ, Son Rev. 22:5. c gr who have come of Man. 35 a tg Poor. under a curse. (See also b tg Jesus Christ, Second b tg Almsgiving; 2 Ne. 9:16; Coming; Generosity. D&C 76:31–38, 43–48.) Millennium. c tg Hospitality; tg Curse. 32 a tg Nations. Stranger. d tg Hell. b tg Jesus Christ, Judge; 36 a gr took care of, e gr which has been Judgment, the Last; cared for. prepared. Separation. b Heb. 13:3. 42 a Job 22:7 (6–7). Matthew 25:46–26:23 1234 as ye did it not to one of the a least said unto them, Why trouble ye of these, ye did it not to me. the woman? for she hath a wrought 46 And these shall go away into a good work upon me. a everlasting b punishment: but the 11 For ye have the poor always c righteous into d life e eternal. with you; but me ye have not always. 12 For in that she hath poured Chapter 26 this ointment on my body, she did it a for my burial. Jesus is anointed—He keeps the Pass- over and institutes the sacrament—He 13 Verily I say unto you, Whereso- suffers in Gethsemane, is betrayed by ever this gospel shall be preached Judas, and is taken before Caiaphas— in the whole world, there shall also Peter denies that he knows Jesus. this, that this woman hath done, be told for a memorial of her. And it came to pass, when Jesus had 14 ¶ Then one of the twelve, called finished all these sayings, he said Judas Iscariot, went unto the chief unto his disciples, priests, 2 Ye know that after two days 15 And said unto them, What will is the feast of the a passover, and ye give me, and I will deliver him the Son of man is b betrayed to be unto you? And they covenanted c crucified. with him for a thirty pieces of silver. 3 Then assembled together the 16 And from that time he sought chief priests, and the scribes, and opportunity to a betray him. the elders of the people, unto the 17 ¶ Now the first day of the feast palace of the high priest, who was of a unleavened bread the disciples called a Caiaphas, came to Jesus, saying unto him, 4 And a consulted that they might Where wilt thou that we prepare take Jesus by b subtilty, and c kill for thee to eat the b passover? him. 18 And he said, Go into the city a to 5 But they said, Not on the feast such a man, and say unto him, The day, lest there be an a uproar among Master saith, My b time is at hand; I the people. will keep the passover at thy house 6 ¶ Now when Jesus was in Beth- with my disciples. any, in the house of Simon the leper, 19 And the disciples did as Jesus 7 There came unto him a woman had appointed them; and they made having an alabaster box of very pre- ready the a passover. cious a ointment, and poured it on 20 Now when the even was come, his head, as he sat at meat. he sat down with the twelve. 8 But when his disciples saw it, 21 And as they did eat, he said, they had indignation, saying, To Verily I say unto you, that one of what purpose is this a waste? you shall betray me. 9 For this ointment might have 22 And they were exceeding sor- been sold for much, and given to rowful, and began every one of them the poor. to say unto him, Lord, is it I? 10 When Jesus understood it, he 23 And he answered and said, He 45 a Prov. 14:31. 3 a John 11:49 (47–52). 12 a gr to prepare me for 46 a D&C 19:11 (6–12). 4 a gr plotted. my burial. b tg Damnation; b gr treachery, cunning. 15 a Ex. 21:32 (28–32). Punish. Matt. 27:20 (11–26). 16 a tg Jesus Christ, c tg Righteousness. c Mark 14:1 (1–2); Betrayal of. d tg Resurrection. Luke 22:2 (1–2). 17 a tg Bread, Unleavened. e tg Eternal Life. 5 a tg Rioting and b tg Passover. 26 2 a tg Passover. Reveling. 18 a gr to a certain man. b tg Jesus Christ, 7 a John 11:2. b John 7:6. Betrayal of. 8 a tg Waste. 19 a Ex. 12:27 (1–51). c tg Martyrdom. 10 a tg Benevolence. 1235 Matthew 26:24–40 that dippeth his hand with me in 32 But after I am arisen again, I will the dish, the same shall betray me. go before you into Galilee. 24 The Son of man goeth as it is 33 Peter answered and said unto a written of him: but woe unto that him, Though all men shall be of- man by whom the b Son of man is fended because of thee, yet will I betrayed! c it had been good for that never be a offended. man if he had not been d born. 34 Jesus said unto him, Verily I 25 Then Judas, which betrayed say unto thee, That this night, be- him, answered and said, Master, is it fore the cock crow, thou shalt deny I? He said unto him, Thou hast said. me thrice. 26 ¶ aAnd as they were eating, 35 Peter said unto him, Though I Jesus took b bread, c and blessed should die with thee, yet will I not it, and brake it, and gave it to the deny thee. Likewise also said all disciples, and said, Take, eat; this the disciples. is my d body. 36 ¶ Then cometh Jesus with 27 And he took the a cup, and gave them unto a place called a Gethsem­ thanks, and gave it to them, saying, ane, and saith unto the disciples, b Drink ye all of it; Sit ye here, while I go and b pray 28 For this is my a blood of the new yonder. b testament, which is shed for many 37 And he took with him Peter for the c remission of sins. and the two sons of Zebedee, and 29 But I say unto you, I will not a began to be sorrowful and very a drink henceforth of this fruit of the heavy. vine, until that day when I b drink 38 Then saith he unto them, My it new with you in my Father’s soul is a exceeding sorrowful, even kingdom. unto death: tarry ye here, and bwatch 30 And when they had sung an with me. a hymn, they went out into the mount 39 And he went a little further, of Olives. and fell on his face, and a prayed, 31 Then saith Jesus unto them, saying, O my b Father, if it be pos- All ye shall be a offended because sible, let this c cup pass from me: of me this night: for it is written, I nevertheless not as I d will, but as will b smite the c shepherd, and the e thou f wilt. sheep of the flock shall be scattered 40 And he cometh unto the disci- abroad. ples, and findeth them a asleep, and 24 a tg Jesus Christ, from it. 36 a tg Jesus Christ, Prophecies about. tg Sacrament. Atonement through. b tg Jesus Christ, 28 a Ex. 24:8 (3–8); b Matt. 14:23; Son of Man. Deut. 32:14; Luke 6:12; 9:28. c gr it would have been Heb. 9:16 (15–22). 37 a gr began to be dis- good. tg Jesus Christ, tressed and troubled. d Luke 22:22; Atonement through. 38 a gr deeply grieved. Acts 2:23. b gr covenant. tg Pain; Sorrow. 26 a jst Matt. 26:22, 24–25 tg Covenants. b gr stay awake. (Appendix). c tg Jesus Christ, 39 a Heb. 5:7. b tg Bread; Bread of Life; Redeemer; tg Prayer. Jesus Christ, Types of, Remission of Sins. b tg God the Father, in Memory. 29 a Mark 14:25; Luke 22:18. Elohim. c jst Matt. 26:22 . . . and b jst Matt. 26:26 . . . shall c Mark 14:36 (32–42); brake it, and blessed it, come and drink it . . . Mosiah 3:7; and gave to his disciples, D&C 27:5 (5–14). D&C 19:18 (16–19). and said, Take, eat; 30 a tg Singing. d gr wish, desire. this is in remembrance of 31 a tg Offense. Isa. 50:5. my body which I give a b gr strike, hit, slay. tg Agency. ransom for you. c Zech. 13:7. e tg Godhead. d tg Sacrament. 32 a tg Jesus Christ, f tg Obedience; 27 a 1 Cor. 10:16 (16–17). Resurrection. Self-Mastery. b gr All of you drink 33 a Luke 22:33–34, 56–62. 40 a tg Sleep. Matthew 26:41–63 1236 saith unto Peter, What, bcould ye not up again thy sword into his place: watch with me one hour? for all they that take the sword shall 41 a Watch and b pray, that ye enter a perish with the sword. not into c temptation: the spirit in- 53 Thinkest thou that I cannot deed is willing, but the flesh is weak. now pray to my Father, and he shall 42 He went away again the sec- presently give me more than twelve ond time, and prayed, saying, O legions of angels? my Father, if this cup may not pass 54 But how then shall the a scrip- away from me, except I drink it, thy tures be fulfilled, that thus it must a will be done. be? 43 And he came and found them 55 In that same hour said Jesus to asleep again: for their eyes were the multitudes, Are ye come out heavy. as against a thief with swords and 44 And he left them, and went staves for to take me? I sat daily away again, and prayed the third with you a teaching in the temple, time, saying the same words. and ye laid no hold on me. 45 Then cometh he to his disciples, 56 But all this was done, that the and saith unto them, Sleep on now, scriptures of the prophets might and take your rest: behold, the hour be fulfilled. Then all the disciples is at hand, and the Son of man is forsook him, and fled. a betrayed into the hands of sinners. 57 ¶ And they that had laid hold 46 Rise, let us be going: behold, on Jesus led him away to a Caiaphas he is at hand that doth betray me. the high priest, where the scribes 47 ¶ And while he yet spake, lo, and the elders were assembled. Judas, one of the twelve, came, and 58 But Peter followed him afar off with him a great multitude with unto the high priest’s palace, and swords and staves, from the chief went in, and sat with the servants, priests and elders of the people. to see the end. 48 Now he that betrayed him gave 59 Now the chief priests, and el- them a sign, saying, Whomsoever ders, and all the council, sought I shall kiss, that same is he: hold false a witness against Jesus, b to put him fast. him to death; 49 And a forthwith he came to 60 But found none: yea, though Jesus, and said, Hail, master; and many false witnesses came, yet kissed him. found they none. At the last came 50 And Jesus said unto him, Friend, two false a witnesses, wherefore art thou come? Then 61 And said, This fellow said, I am came they, and laid hands on Jesus, able to destroy the a temple of God, and took him. and to build it in three days. 51 And, behold, one of them which 62 And the high priest arose, and were with Jesus stretched out his said unto him, Answerest thou noth- hand, and drew his sword, and ing? what is it which these witness struck a aservant of the high priest’s, against thee? and smote off his ear. 63 But Jesus a held his b peace. 52 Then said Jesus unto him, Put And the high priest answered and 40 b gr are you so powerless 51 a John 18:10. b gr so that they might that you could not stay 52 a tg Punish; put Him to death. awake with me . . . Retribution. 60 a Deut. 19:15 (15–19). 41 a tg Watch. 54 a 2 Ne. 9:7 (5–10); 61 a Matt. 27:40; b tg Prayer. Mosiah 3:15 (11–17). Mark 14:58; c tg Temptation. 55 a Luke 21:37; John 2:19 (18–22). 42 a Acts 21:14. John 8:2 (1–2). 63 a gr was silent, “kept tg God, Will of. tg Teaching. silent.” 45 a tg Jesus Christ, 57 a John 18:13 (13, 24). b Isa. 53:7. Betrayal of. tg Jesus Christ, Trials of. 49 a gr immediately. 59 a tg Slander. 1237 Matthew 26:64–27:9 said unto him, I c adjure thee by 75 And Peter remembered the the d living God, that thou tell us word of Jesus, which said unto him, whether thou be the Christ, the Before the cock crow, thou shalt Son of God. a deny me thrice. And he went out, 64 Jesus saith unto him, Thou hast and wept bitterly. said: nevertheless I say unto you, Hereafter shall ye see the a Son of Chapter 27 man sitting on the right hand of Jesus is accused and condemned before b power, and c coming in the clouds Pilate—Barabbas is released—Jesus is of heaven. mocked, crucified, and buried in the 65 Then the high priest rent his clothes, saying, He hath spoken tomb of Joseph of Arimathæa. a blasphemy; what further need When the morning was come, all have we of witnesses? behold, now the chief priests and elders of the ye have heard his blasphemy. people took counsel against Jesus 66 What think ye? They answered to put him to death: and said, He is a guilty b of c death. 2 And when they had bound him, 67 Then did they a spit in his they led him away, and delivered face, and buffeted him; and others him to a Pontius Pilate the governor. smote him with the palms of their 3 ¶ Then Judas, which had be- hands, trayed him, when he saw that he 68 Saying, Prophesy unto us, thou was condemned, repented himself, Christ, Who is he that a smote thee? and brought again the thirty pieces 69 ¶ Now Peter sat without in the of silver to the chief priests and palace: and a a damsel came unto elders, him, saying, Thou also wast with 4 Saying, I have sinned in that I Jesus of Galilee. have a betrayed the innocent b blood. 70 But he denied before them all, And they said, What is that to us? saying, I know not what thou sayest. c see thou to that. 71 And when he was gone out into 5 And he cast down the pieces of the porch, another maid saw him, silver in the temple, and departed, and said unto them that were there, and went a and b hanged himself. This fellow was also with Jesus of 6 And the chief priests took the sil- Nazareth. ver pieces, and said, It is not lawful 72 And again he denied with an for to put them into the treasury, oath, I do not know the man. because it is the price of blood. 73 And after a while came unto him 7 And they took counsel, and they that stood by, and said to Peter, bought with them the apotter’s field, Surely thou also art one of them; for to bury b strangers in. thy speech a bewrayeth thee. 8 Wherefore that field was called, 74 Then began he to curse and to The field of blood, unto this day. swear, saying, I know not the man. 9 Then was fulfilled that which And immediately the a cock crew. was spoken by Jeremy the prophet, 63 c gr charge (you) under c tg Jesus Christ, c gr that is your affair. oath (“cause you to Death of. jst Matt. 27:5 . . . See swear”). 67 a Isa. 50:6. thou to it; thy sins be d tg Oath; Swearing. 68 a Luke 22:64. upon thee. 64 a tg Jesus Christ, Son of 69 a gr servant-girl. 5 a jst Matt. 27:6 . . . and Man. 73 a gr reveals you. hanged himself on a b tg Celestial Glory. 74 a gr rooster crowed. tree. And straightway he c tg Jesus Christ, Second 75 a tg Honesty. fell down, and his bowels Coming. 27 2 a tg Jesus Christ, gushed out, and he 65 a tg Blaspheme. Trials of. died. 66 a tg Guilt. 4 a tg Jesus Christ, b Acts 1:18 (15–20). b jst Matt. 26:67 . . . and Betrayal of. 7 a Zech. 11:13 (12–13). worthy of death. b tg Blood, Shedding of. b tg Stranger. Matthew 27:10–32 1238 saying, And they took the a thirty will ye that I release unto you? They pieces of silver, the price of him said, Barabbas. that was valued, whom they of the 22 Pilate saith unto them, What children of Israel did value; shall I do then with Jesus which is 10 And gave them for the potter’s called Christ? They all say unto him, field, as the Lord appointed me. Let him be a crucified. 11 And Jesus stood before the 23 And the governor said, Why, governor: and the governor asked what evil hath he done? But they him, saying, Art thou the King of cried out a the more, saying, Let him the Jews? And Jesus said unto him, be crucified. a Thou sayest. 24 ¶ When Pilate saw that he acould 12 And when he was accused of prevail nothing, but that rather a the chief priests and elders, he an- b tumult was made, he took water, swered a nothing. and washed his hands before the 13 Then said Pilate unto him, Hear- multitude, saying, I am innocent est thou not how many things they of the blood of this c just person: witness against thee? see ye to it. 14 And he answered him to never 25 Then answered all the people, a word; insomuch that the governor and said, His a blood be on us, and marvelled greatly. on our children. 15 Now at that feast the governor 26 ¶ Then released he Barab- was a wont to b release unto the peo- bas unto them: and when he had ple a prisoner, whom they c would. a scourged Jesus, he delivered him 16 And they had then a notable to be crucified. prisoner, called Barabbas. 27 Then the soldiers of the governor 17 Therefore when they were took Jesus into the a common hall, gathered together, Pilate said unto and gathered unto him the whole them, Whom will ye that I release band of soldiers. unto you? Barabbas, or Jesus which 28 And they stripped him, and put is called Christ? on him a a scarlet robe. 18 For he knew that for a envy they 29 ¶ And when they had a plaited had b delivered him. a crown of thorns, they put it upon 19 ¶ When he was set down on the his head, and a b reed in his right judgment seat, his wife sent unto hand: and they bowed the knee be- him, saying, Have thou nothing to fore him, and mocked him, saying, do with that just man: for I have Hail, King of the Jews! suffered many things this day in a 30 And they a spit upon him, and a dream because of him. took the reed, and smote him on 20 But the chief a priests and el- the head. ders b persuaded the multitude that 31 And after that they had mocked they should c ask Barabbas, and de- him, they took the robe off from him, stroy Jesus. and put his own raiment on him, 21 The governor answered and said and led him away to crucify him. unto them, Whether of the twain 32 And as they came out, they 9 a tg Jesus Christ, 19 a tg Dream. 25 a Ps. 69:27; Betrayal of. 20 a tg Priestcraft. Acts 5:28; 11 a jst Matt. 27:12 . . . Thou b Matt. 26:4 (3–4); 2 Ne. 6:10 (8–11). sayest truly; for thus it is Acts 3:13; 13:28; 26 a Isa. 50:6. written of me. 2 Ne. 10:5 (3–6). tg Cruelty. 12 a tg Jesus Christ, Trials of. c gr request. 27 a gr governor’s house, 15 a gr accustomed. 22 a 2 Ne. 10:3. residence. b Luke 23:17. 23 a gr exceedingly, beyond 28 a jst Matt. 27:30 . . . c gr desired. measure. purple . . . 18 a tg Envy. 24 a gr was accomplishing. 29 a gr woven. b tg Jesus Christ, b tg Rioting and Reveling. b gr stalk, staff. Betrayal of. c John 18:38 (28–38). 30 a 1 Ne. 19:9. 1239 Matthew 27:33–55 found a man of Cyrene, Simon by 44 The thieves also, which were name: him they compelled to bear crucified with him, a cast the same his cross. in his teeth. 33 And when they were come unto 45 Now from the sixth hour there a place called Golgotha, that is to was a darkness over all the land unto say, a place of a a skull, the ninth hour. 34 ¶ They gave him a vinegar to 46 And about the ninth hour Jesus drink mingled with gall: and when cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, he had tasted thereof, he would not Eli, lama sabachthani? that is to say, drink. a My God, my God, why hast thou 35 And they a crucified him, and b forsaken me? b parted his garments, casting lots: 47 Some of them that stood there, that it might be fulfilled which was when they heard that, said, This man spoken by the prophet, They parted calleth for a Elias. my c garments among them, and 48 And straightway one of them upon my vesture did they cast lots. ran, and took a sponge, and filled it 36 And sitting down they watched with a vinegar, and put it on a reed, him there; and gave him to drink. 37 And set up over his head his 49 The rest said, Let be, let us see accusation written, This Is Jesus whether Elias will come to save him. the King of the Jews. 50 ¶ Jesus, when he had cried 38 Then were there two thieves again with a a loud voice, yielded crucified with him, one on the right up the ghost. hand, and another on the left. 51 And, behold, the a veil of the 39 ¶ And they that passed by a re- temple was b rent in twain from the viled him, wagging their heads, top to the bottom; and the earth did 40 And saying, Thou that destroy- c quake, and the rocks rent; est the a temple, and buildest it in 52 And the a graves were opened; three days, save thyself. If thou be and many b bodies of the c saints the b Son of God, come down from d which slept e arose, the cross. 53 And came out of the graves after 41 Likewise also the chief priests his resurrection, and went into the mocking him, with the scribes and a holy city, and appeared unto many. elders, said, 54 Now when the centurion, and 42 He saved others; himself he can- they that were with him, watching not save. If he be the King of Israel, Jesus, saw the earthquake, and those let him now come down from the things that were done, they feared cross, and we will believe him. greatly, saying, Truly this was the 43 He a trusted in God; let him b de- Son of God. liver him now, if he will have him: 55 And many a women were there for he said, I am the c Son of God. beholding afar off, which followed 33 a jst Matt. 27:35 . . . 43 a Ps. 22:8. yielded up the ghost. burial . . . b tg Deliver. 51 a tg Jesus Christ, Types 34 a Ps. 69:21. c tg Jesus Christ, Divine of, in Anticipation; 35 a tg Jesus Christ, Sonship. Veil. Crucifixion of. 44 a gr insulted, reproached b gr torn into two pieces. b ie they divided Him. c 3 Ne. 8:6 (5–12); His clothes among 45 a tg Darkness, Physical. Moses 7:56 (55–56). themselves. 46 a Ps. 22:1. 52 a tg Jesus Christ, c Ps. 22:18. b D&C 121:1 (1–8). Prophecies about. 39 a tg Reviling. 47 a ie Elijah. b D&C 129:1. 40 a Matt. 26:61; 48 a tg Jesus Christ, c tg Saints. Mark 14:58; Prophecies about. d gr who had died. John 2:19 (18–22). 50 a jst Matt. 27:54 . . . a loud e tg Resurrection. b Matt. 4:6; voice, saying, Father, it is 53 a Neh. 11:1. D&C 20:22. finished, thy will is done, 55 a tg Woman. Matthew 27:56–28:10 1240 Jesus from Galilee, ministering Chapter 28 unto him: 56 Among which was Mary Mag- Christ the Lord is risen—He appears dalene, and Mary the mother of to many—He has all power in heaven James and a Joses, and the mother and earth—He sends the Apostles to of Zebedee’s children. teach and baptize all nations. 57 When the even was come, there a In the end of the b sabbath, as it be- came a rich man of Arimathæa, gan to dawn toward the first day of named a Joseph, who also himself the week, came Mary Magdalene and was Jesus’ b disciple: the other Mary to see the sepulchre. 58 He went to Pilate, and a begged 2 And, behold, there was a great the body of Jesus. Then Pilate com- earthquake: for a the b angel of the manded the body to be delivered. Lord descended from heaven, and 59 And when Joseph had taken came and rolled back the stone from the body, he wrapped it in a clean the door, and sat upon it. linen cloth, 3 a His b countenance was like light- 60 And laid it in his own new tomb, ning, and his raiment white as snow: which he had hewn out in the rock: 4 And for fear of him the keepers and he rolled a great a stone to the did shake, and became as dead men. door of the bsepulchre, and departed. 5 aAnd the angel answered and 61 And there was Mary Magdalene, said unto the women, Fear not ye: and the other Mary, sitting a over for I know that ye seek Jesus, which against the sepulchre. was crucified. 62 ¶ Now the next day, that fol- 6 He is not here: for he is a risen, as lowed the day of the a preparation, he said. Come, see the place where the chief priests and Pharisees came the b Lord lay. together unto Pilate, 7 And go quickly, and tell his 63 Saying, Sir, we remember that disciples that he is risen from the that a deceiver said, while he was dead; and, behold, he goeth before yet alive, After three days I will you into Galilee; there shall ye see rise again. him: lo, I have told you. 64 Command therefore that the 8 And they departed quickly from sepulchre be made sure until the the sepulchre with fear and great third day, lest his disciples come by joy; and did run to bring his disci- night, and steal him away, and say ples word. unto the people, He is risen from 9 ¶ And as they went to tell his the dead: so the last a error shall be disciples, behold, aJesus met them, worse than the first. saying, All hail. And they came 65 Pilate said unto them, Ye have and held him by the feet, and wor- a watch: go your way, make it as shipped him. sure as ye can. 10 Then said Jesus unto them, Be 66 So they went, and made the not afraid: go tell my brethren that sepulchre sure, sealing the stone, they go into Galilee, and there shall and setting a watch. they see me. 56 a gr Joseph. b tg Sabbath. angels answered and 57 a John 19:38. 2 a jst Matt. 28:2 . . . two said unto the women, b John 8:31. angels . . . Fear not ye; for we 58 a gr asked for, requested. b tg Angels. know . . . 60 a John 11:38 (37–40); 20:1. 3 a jst Matt. 28:3 And 6 a tg Jesus Christ, b 1 Ne. 19:10. their countenance was Resurrection; 61 a gr in front of, before. like lightning, and Resurrection. 62 a tg Passover. their raiment white as b tg Jesus Christ, Lord. 63 a John 2:19. snow . . . 9 a tg Jesus Christ, 64 a gr deception. b D&C 20:6. Appearances, 28 1 a gr After the sabbath. 5 a jst Matt. 28:4 And the Postmortal. 1241 MATTHEW 28:11–MARK 1:4 11 ¶ Now when they were going, away into Galilee, into a moun- behold, some of the awatch came into tain where Jesus had appointed the city, and b shewed unto the chief them. priests all the things that were done. 17 And when they saw him, they 12 And when they were assembled worshipped him: but some adoubted. with the elders, and had taken coun- 18 And a Jesus came and spake sel, they gave a large money unto unto them, saying, All b power is the soldiers, given unto me in heaven and in 13 Saying, Say ye, His disciples earth. came by night, and stole him away 19 ¶ Go ye therefore, and a teach while we slept. all b nations, c baptizing them in the 14 And if this come to the gover- name of the d Father, and of the Son, nor’s ears, we will persuade him, and of the Holy Ghost: and a secure you. 20 a Teaching them to b observe 15 So they took the money, and did all things whatsoever I have c com- as they were taught: and this saying manded you: and, lo, d I am with is commonly reported among the you alway, even unto the e end of the Jews until this day. world. Amen. 16 ¶ Then the eleven disciples went THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO ST MARK CHAPTER 1 2 As it is written in the prophets, Behold, I send my a messenger be- Jesus is baptized by John—He preaches fore thy face, which shall prepare the gospel, calls disciples, casts out thy way before thee. devils, heals the sick, and cleanses a 3 The a voice of one crying in the leper. wilderness, Prepare ye the way of T HE beginning of the a gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God; 11 a GR guard. the Lord, make his paths straight. 4 John did baptize in the wilder- ness, and a preach the b baptism of TG Apostles; 61:10; 62:9. b GR reported. Israel, Mission of; TG Guidance, Divine; 12 a GR much money. Missionary Work; Protection, Divine. 14 a GR keep you out of Mission of Early Saints; e D&C 24:8; 132:49. trouble. Mission of Latter-day TG World, End of. 17 a TG Doubt. Saints; Teaching. [MARK] 18 a TG Jesus Christ, b TG Nations. Appearances, Postmortal. c TG Baptism; Title: JST entitles this book b Heb. 2:8; Baptism, Essential. “The Testimony of 1 Ne. 9:6. d TG Godhead. St. Mark.” TG God, Power of; 20 a The Greek text 1 1 a TG Gospel. Jesus Christ, Messiah; suggests this would be 2 a Mal. 3:1; Jesus Christ, Power of; post-baptismal teaching. Matt. 11:10. Priesthood, Power of. TG Prophets, Mission of. 3 a Matt. 3:3; 19 a GR preach to, make b TG Baptism, Luke 3:4; disciples of (meaning Qualifications for. John 1:23. “make Christians in all c Jer. 1:7 (7–10). 4 a TG Missionary Work. nations”). d D&C 30:11; 31:13; b TG Baptism. Mark 1:5–25 1242 c repentance for the d remission of filled, and the b kingdom of God c is sins. at hand: d repent ye, and e believe 5 And there went out unto him the gospel. all the land of Judæa, and they of 16 Now as he walked by the sea of Jerusalem, and were all a baptized Galilee, he saw Simon and Andrew of him in the river of Jordan, b con- his brother casting a net into the fessing their sins. sea: for they were fishers. 6 And John was a clothed with 17 And Jesus said unto them, Come b camel’s hair, and with a girdle of ye after me, and I will make you to a skin about his loins; and he did become a fishers of men. eat c locusts and wild honey; 18 And straightway they forsook 7 And preached, saying, There their nets, and followed him. cometh one mightier than I after me, 19 And when he had gone a little the latchet of whose shoes I am not further thence, he saw James the son worthy to stoop down and unloose. of Zebedee, and John his brother, 8 I indeed have baptized you who also were in the ship mending with water: a but he shall baptize their nets. you with the Holy Ghost. 20 And straightway he called them: 9 And it came to pass in those days, and they left their father Zebedee that Jesus came from Nazareth of in the ship with the hired servants, Galilee, and was a baptized of John and went after him. in Jordan. 21 And they went into Capernaum; 10 And straightway coming a up and straightway on the sabbath day out of the water, he saw the heavens he entered into the synagogue, and opened, and the Spirit like a b dove a taught. descending upon him: 22 And they were astonished at 11 And there came a voice from his doctrine: for he taught them as heaven, saying, Thou art my beloved one that had a authority, and not as Son, in whom I am well pleased. the b scribes. 12 aAnd immediately the Spirit 23 And there was in their syna- driveth him into the b wilderness. gogue a man with an aunclean spirit; 13 And he was there in the wilder- and he cried out, ness forty days, tempted of Satan; 24 Saying, Let us alone; a what have and was with the wild beasts; and we to do with thee, thou Jesus of the angels ministered unto him. Nazareth? art thou come to destroy 14 Now after that John was put us? I know thee who thou art, the in prison, Jesus came into Galilee, b Holy One of God. a preaching the gospel of the king- 25 And Jesus arebuked him, saying, dom of God, Hold thy peace, and come out of 15 And saying, The a time is ful- him. 4 c tg Repent. Sign of. d tg Repent. d tg Remission of Sins. 12 a jst Mark 1:10–11 And e tg Faith. 5 a tg Baptism, Immersion. immediately the Spirit 17 a tg Apostles; b tg Baptism, took him into the Missionary Work. Qualifications for. wilderness. And he was 21 a tg Jesus Christ, 6 a tg Clothing. there in the wilderness Teaching Mode of. b 2 Kgs. 1:8. forty days, Satan seeking 22 a tg Authority; c Lev. 11:22. to tempt him; and was Jesus Christ, 8 a jst Mark 1:6 . . . but he with . . . Authority of. shall not only baptize b gr desert. b tg Scribe. you with water, but with 14 a tg Jesus Christ, 23 a tg Spirits, Evil or fire, and the Holy Ghost. Teaching Mode of. Unclean. 9 a tg Baptism; 15 a tg Time. 24 a gr what business do Baptism, Essential; b D&C 33:10 (1–18). you have with us . . . Jesus Christ, Baptism of. tg Kingdom of God, in b tg Holiness. 10 a tg Baptism, Immersion. Heaven. 25 a tg Heal. b tg Holy Ghost, Dove, c gr has arrived. 1243 Mark 1:26–2:3 26 And when the unclean spirit 39 And he preached in their syna- had atorn him, and cried with a loud gogues throughout all Galilee, and voice, he came out of him. cast out a devils. 27 And they were all amazed, inso- 40 And there came a a leper to him, much that they questioned among beseeching him, and kneeling down themselves, saying, What thing is this? to him, and saying unto him, If thou what new doctrine is this? for with wilt, thou canst make me b clean. a authority commandeth he even the 41 And Jesus, moved with a com- unclean spirits, and they do obey him. passion, put forth his hand, and 28 And immediately his fame touched him, and saith unto him, spread abroad throughout all the I will; be thou clean. region round about Galilee. 42 And as soon as he had spoken, 29 And forthwith, when they were immediately the leprosy departed come out of the synagogue, they from him, and he was cleansed. entered into the house of Simon 43 And he a straitly charged him, and Andrew, with James and John. and forthwith sent him away; 30 But Simon’s wife’s mother lay 44 And saith unto him, See thou sick of a fever, and a anon they tell say nothing to any man: but go thy him of her. way, shew thyself to the priest, and 31 And he came and took her by offer for thy cleansing those things the hand, and a lifted her up; and which Moses commanded, for a tes- immediately the fever left her, and timony unto them. she ministered unto them. 45 But he went out, and began 32 And at even, when the sun did to publish it much, and to a blaze set, they brought unto him all that abroad the matter, insomuch that were diseased, and them that were Jesus could no more openly enter possessed with devils. into the city, but was without in 33 And all the city was gathered desert places: and they came to him together at the door. from every quarter. 34 And he a healed many that were sick of divers diseases, and cast out Chapter 2 many b devils; and c suffered not the Jesus forgives sins, heals a paralytic, devils to speak, because they knew him. eats with tax gatherers and sinners, 35 And in the morning, rising up and announces that He is Lord of the a great while before day, he went Sabbath. out, and departed into a solitary And again he entered into Caper- place, and there prayed. naum after some days; and it was 36 And Simon and they that were noised that he was a in the house. with him followed after him. 2 And straightway many were gath- 37 And when they had found him, ered together, insomuch that there they said unto him, All men seek for was no room to receive them, no, thee. not so much as about the door: and 38 And he said unto them, Let us he a preached the word unto them. go into the next towns, that I may 3 And they come unto him, bring- a preach there also: for therefore ing one sick of the palsy, which was came I forth. a borne of four. 26 a Mark 9:20 (14–29). tg Spirits, Evil or b gr pure. 27 a tg Authority; Jesus Unclean. 41 a tg Compassion. Christ, Authority of. c gr did not allow. 43 a gr warned him sternly. 30 a gr immediately. 38 a tg Jesus Christ, Mission 45 a gr spread widely. 31 a tg Heal. of; Teaching. 2 1 a or at home. 34 a tg Heal; 39 a Luke 4:36 (31–37); 2 a tg Jesus Christ, Miracle. D&C 35:9 (6–12). Teaching Mode of. b Mosiah 3:6 (5–6). 40 a tg Leprosy. 3 a gr carried. Mark 2:4–24 1244 4 And when they could not come for there were many, and they nigh unto him for the press, they followed him. uncovered the roof where he was: 16 And when the scribes and and when they had broken it up, Phari­sees saw him eat with a publi- they let down the bed wherein the cans and sinners, they said unto his sick of the palsy lay. disciples, How is it that he eateth 5 When Jesus saw their faith, he and drinketh with publicans and said unto the sick of the palsy, Son, sinners? thy sins be a forgiven thee. 17 When Jesus heard it, he saith 6 But there were certain of the unto them, They that are a whole scribes sitting there, and reasoning have no need of the physician, but in their hearts, they that are sick: I came not to 7 Why doth this man thus speak call the righteous, but sinners to a blasphemies? who can forgive sins repentance. but God only ? 18 And the disciples of John and 8 And immediately when Jesus of the Pharisees used to a fast: and perceived in his spirit that they so they come and say unto him, Why reasoned within themselves, he said do the disciples of John and of the unto them, Why reason ye these Pharisees fast, but thy disciples things in your hearts? fast not? 9 Whether is it easier to say to the 19 And Jesus said unto them, Can sick of the palsy, Thy sins be forgiven the children of the bridecham- thee; or to say, Arise, and take up ber fast, while the a bridegroom is thy bed, and walk? with them? as long as they have 10 But that ye may know that the the b bridegroom with them, they a Son of man hath power on earth cannot fast. to forgive sins, (he saith to the sick 20 But the days will come, when of the palsy,) the bridegroom shall be taken away 11 I say unto thee, aArise, and take from them, and then shall they fast up thy b bed, and go thy way into in those days. thine house. 21 No man also seweth a piece of 12 And immediately he arose, took a new cloth on an old garment: else up the bed, and went forth before the new piece that filled it up taketh them all; insomuch that they were away from the old, and the rent is all amazed, and glorified God, made worse. saying, We never saw it on this 22 And no man putteth new fashion. wine into old bottles: else the 13 And he went forth again by the new wine doth burst the bottles, and sea side; and all the multitude re- the wine is spilled, and the bottles sorted unto him, and he taught them. will be marred: but new wine must 14 And as he passed by, he saw be put into new bottles. Levi the son of Alphæus sitting at 23 And it came to pass, that he the areceipt of custom, and said unto went through the corn fields on him, Follow me. And he arose and the sabbath day; and his disciples followed him. began, as they went, a to pluck the 15 And it came to pass, that, as ears of corn. Jesus sat at meat in his house, many 24 And the Pharisees said unto him, publicans and sinners sat also to- Behold, why do they on the sabbath gether with Jesus and his disciples: day that which is not lawful? 5 a Luke 7:48; 3 Ne. 9:13 (10–22). 19 a Luke 5:35. James 5:15 (14–15). b 3 Ne. 7:22. b D&C 65:3. 7 a tg Blaspheme. 14 a gr tax office. 21 a gr unshrunken or 10 a tg Jesus Christ, 16 a Luke 15:1 (1–2). unsized. Son of Man. 17 a Moro. 8:8 (8–27). 23 a gr occasionally picking 11 a Alma 15:10 (4–11); 18 a Luke 5:33 (33–38). some grain. 1245 Mark 2:25–3:18 25 And he said unto them, Have ye Herodians against him, how they never read what David did, when might destroy him. he had need, and was an hungred, 7 But Jesus withdrew himself with he, and they that were with him? his disciples to the sea: and a great 26 How he went into the house of multitude from Galilee followed God in the days of Abiathar the high him, and from Judæa, priest, and did eat the shewbread, 8 And from Jerusalem, and from which is not lawful to eat but for Idumæa, and from beyond Jordan; the priests, and gave also to them and they about Tyre and Sidon, a which were with him? great multitude, when they had 27 And he said unto them, The heard what great things he did, a sabbath was made for man, and came unto him. not man for the sabbath: 9 And he spake to his disciples, 28 a Therefore the b Son of man is that a small a ship should wait on Lord also of the sabbath. him because of the multitude, lest they should throng him. Chapter 3 10 For he had healed many; inso- much that they a pressed upon him Jesus heals on the Sabbath day—He for to touch him, as many as had chooses and ordains the Twelve Apos- plagues. tles—He asks, Can Satan cast out Sa- 11 And aunclean spirits, when they tan?—Jesus speaks of blasphemy against saw him, fell down before him, and the Holy Ghost and identifies those who cried, saying, Thou art the Son of believe as being members of His family. God. And he entered again into the syna­ 12 And he straitly charged them gogue; and there was a man there that they should not make him which had a withered hand. known. 2 And they awatched him, whether 13 And he goeth up into a moun- he would heal him on the sabbath tain, and calleth unto him whom he day; that they might accuse him. a would: and they came unto him. 3 And he saith unto the man which 14 And he a ordained twelve, that had the withered hand, Stand forth. they should be with him, and that 4 And he saith unto them, Is it he might send them forth to bpreach, lawful to do good on the a sabbath 15 And to have a power to heal days, or to do evil? to save life, or b sicknesses, and to cast out c devils: to kill? But they b held their peace. 16 And Simon he surnamed Peter; 5 And when he had looked round 17 And James the son of Zebedee, about on them with a anger, being and John the brother of James; and grieved for the b hardness of their he surnamed them Boanerges, which hearts, he saith unto the man, is, The sons of a thunder: Stretch forth thine hand. And he 18 And Andrew, and Philip, and stretched it out: and his hand was Bartholomew, and Matthew, and restored whole as the other. Thomas, and James the son of 6 And the Pharisees went forth, and Alphæus, and Thaddæus, and Si- straightway took a counsel with the mon the Canaanite, 27 a tg Sabbath. dullness. Authority of; 28 a jst Mark 2:26–27 tg Cruelty. Priesthood, Authority; (Appendix). 6 a tg Counsel. Priesthood, History of; b tg Jesus Christ, Son 9 a gr boat. Priesthood, Ordination. of Man. 10 a gr impetuously rushed b tg Missionary Work. 3 2 a gr watched carefully, at Him. 15 a gr authority. maliciously. 11 a tg Spirits, Evil or tg Priesthood; 4 a tg Sabbath. Unclean. Priesthood, Power of. b gr remained silent. 13 a gr desired. b tg Sickness. 5 a tg God, Indignation of. 14 a tg Apostles; c tg Devil. b gr insensibility, Jesus Christ, 17 a Luke 9:54. Mark 3:19–4:9 1246 19 And Judas Iscariot, which also 33 And he answered them, saying, betrayed him: and they a went into Who is my mother, or my brethren? an house. 34 And he looked round about on 20 And the multitude cometh to- them which sat about him, and said, gether again, so that they could not Behold my mother and my brethren! so much as a eat bread. 35 For whosoever shall do the awill 21 And when his friends heard of of God, the same is my brother, and it, they went out to lay hold on him: my sister, and mother. for they said, He is a beside himself. 22 ¶ And the scribes which came Chapter 4 down from Jerusalem said, He hath Beelzebub, and by the prince of the Jesus gives the parables of the sower, the devils casteth he out devils. candle under a bushel, the seed grow- 23 And he called them unto him, ing secretly, and the mustard seed—He and said unto them in parables, How stills the tempest. can Satan cast out Satan? And he began again to teach by the 24 And if a kingdom be divided a sea side: and there was gathered against itself, that kingdom can- unto him a great multitude, so that not stand. he entered into a ship, and sat in 25 And if a house be divided against the sea; and the whole multitude itself, that house cannot stand. was by the sea on the land. 26 And if Satan rise up against 2 And he taught them many things himself, and be divided, he cannot by parables, and said unto them in stand, but hath an end. his a doctrine, 27 No man can enter into a strong 3 Hearken; Behold, there went out man’s house, and spoil his goods, a a sower to sow: except he will first bind the strong 4 And it came to pass, as he sowed, man; and then he will spoil his some fell by the way side, and the house. fowls of the air came and devoured 28 a Verily I say unto you, All sins it up. shall be forgiven unto the sons of 5 And some fell on stony ground, men, and blasphemies b wherewith where it had not much earth; and soever they shall blaspheme: immediately it sprang up, because 29 But he that shall a blaspheme it had no depth of earth: against the Holy Ghost hath never 6 But when the sun was up, it was b forgiveness, but is in danger of scorched; and because it had no root, c eternal damnation: it withered away. 30 Because they said, He hath an 7 And some fell among thorns, and unclean spirit. the thorns grew up, and choked it, 31 ¶ There came then his a breth- and it yielded no fruit. ren and his mother, and, standing 8 And other fell on good ground, b without, sent unto him, calling and did yield fruit that sprang up him. and increased; and brought forth, 32 And the multitude sat about some thirty, and some sixty, and him, and they said unto him, Be- some an hundred. hold, thy mother and thy brethren 9 And he said unto them, He that without seek for thee. hath ears to hear, let him hear. 19 a or went home. Unpardonable Sin Family of. 20 a Mark 6:31 (30–36). against. b or outside. 21 a gr out of his senses. b tg Forgive. 35 a Matt. 12:50. 28 a jst Mark 3:21–25 c tg Damnation; 4 1 a Matt. 13:1. (Appendix). Eternity; 2 a 3 Ne. 11:39 (31–41). b gr however so many. Punish. 3 a D&C 86:2 (2–3). 29 a tg Holy Ghost, 31 a tg Jesus Christ, 1247 Mark 4:10–32 10 And when he was a alone, they forth fruit, some thirtyfold, some that were about him with the twelve sixty, and some an hundred. asked of him the parable. 21 ¶ And he said unto them, Is a 11 And he said unto them, Unto you a candle brought to be put under a it is given to know the a mystery of bushel, or under a bed? and not to the kingdom of God: but unto them be set on a candlestick? that are without, all these things are 22 For there is nothing hid, which done in b parables: shall not be manifested; neither 12 That seeing they may see, and was any thing kept secret, but that not aperceive; and hearing they may it should come abroad. hear, and not understand; lest at any 23 a If any man have ears to hear, time they should be converted, and let him hear. their sins should be b forgiven them. 24 And he said unto them, Take 13 And he said unto them, Know heed what ye hear: with what mea- ye not this parable? and how then sure ye mete, it shall be measured to will ye know all parables? you: a and unto you that hear shall 14 ¶ The sower soweth the word. more be b given. 15 And these are they by the 25 a For he that hath, to him shall way side, where the word is sown; be given: and he that hath not, from but when they have heard, a Satan him shall be b taken even that which cometh immediately, and taketh he hath. away the word that was sown in 26 ¶ And he said, So is the king- their hearts. dom of God, as if a man should cast 16 And these are they likewise seed into the ground; which are sown on stony ground; 27 And should sleep, and rise night who, when they have heard the and day, and the seed should spring word, immediately a receive it with and a grow up, he knoweth not how. gladness; 28 For the earth bringeth forth 17 And have no root in themselves, a fruit of herself; first the blade, and so endure but for a time: after- then the ear, after that the full corn ward, when a affliction or b persecu- in the ear. tion ariseth for the word’s sake, im- 29 But when the fruit is brought mediately they are offended. forth, immediately he putteth in the 18 And these are they which are sickle, because the a harvest is come. sown among thorns; such as hear 30 ¶ And he said, Whereunto shall the word, we liken the kingdom of God? or 19 And the cares of this world, and with what comparison shall we the deceitfulness of a riches, and the compare it? b lusts of other things entering in, 31 It is like a grain of mustard choke the word, and it becometh seed, which, when it is sown in the unfruitful. earth, is less than all the seeds that 20 And these are they which are be in the earth: sown on good ground; such as hear 32 But when it is sown, it grow- the word, and receive it, and bring eth up, and becometh greater than 10 a jst Mark 4:9 . . . alone 15 a tg Devil. to receive, shall more be with the twelve, and they 16 a D&C 40:2. given . . . that believed in him, they 17 a 1 Ne. 8:28 (24–28). b Matt. 25:15; Luke 8:18. that were . . . tg Affliction. 25 a jst Mark 4:20 . . . for 11 a tg Mysteries of b tg Persecution. he that receiveth, to him Godliness. 19 a tg Treasure. shall be given; but he b Matt. 13:35 (34–35); b tg Lust. that continueth not to re- Luke 8:10. 21 a 3 Ne. 18:24. ceive, from him shall . . . tg Jesus Christ, 23 a See jst Isa. 42:19–23 b D&C 43:10; 60:3. Teaching Mode of. (Appendix). 27 a 1 Cor. 3:6 (6–7). 12 a tg Spiritual Blindness. 24 a jst Mark 4:20 . . . and 28 a tg Nature, Earth. b tg Forgive. unto you that continue 29 a tg Harvest. Mark 4:33–5:15 1248 all herbs, and shooteth out great him out of the tombs a man with branches; so that the fowls of the air an unclean spirit, may lodge under the shadow of it. 3 Who had his dwelling among the 33 And with many such parables tombs; and no man could bind him, spake he the word unto them, as no, not with chains: they were a able to hear it. 4 Because that he had been often 34 But without a parable spake he bound with fetters and chains, and not unto them: and when they were the chains had been a plucked asun- alone, he expounded all things to der by him, and the fetters broken his disciples. in pieces: neither b could any man 35 And the same day, when the tame him. even was come, he saith unto them, 5 And always, night and day, he Let us pass over unto the other side. was in the mountains, and in the 36 And when they had sent away tombs, crying, and cutting himself the multitude, they took him even with stones. as he was in the ship. And there 6 But when he saw Jesus afar off, were also with him other little he ran and worshipped him, ships. 7 And cried with a loud voice, and 37 And there arose a great storm of said, What have I to do with thee, wind, and the waves beat into the Jesus, thou Son of the most high ship, so that it was now full. God? I a adjure thee by God, that 38 And he was in the hinder part thou torment me not. of the ship, asleep on a pillow: and 8 For he said unto him, Come out they awake him, and say unto him, of the man, thou a unclean b spirit. Master, carest thou not that we 9 And he asked him, What is thy perish? name? And he answered, saying, My 39 And he arose, and rebuked the name is Legion: for we are many. wind, and said unto the sea, a Peace, 10 And he besought him much that be still. And the wind ceased, and he would not send them away out there was a great b calm. of the country. 40 And he said unto them, Why 11 Now there was there nigh unto are ye so a fearful? how is it that ye the mountains a great herd of swine have no b faith? feeding. 41 And they feared exceedingly, 12 And all the devils besought him, and said one to another, What man- saying, Send us into the swine, that ner of man is this, that even the we may enter into them. wind and the sea obey him? 13 And forthwith Jesus gave them leave. And the unclean spirits went Chapter 5 out, and entered into the swine: and Jesus casts out a legion of devils, who the herd ran violently down a steep place into the sea, (they were about then enter the swine—A woman is two thousand;) and were a choked healed by touching Jesus’ clothes—He in the sea. raises Jairus’s daughter from the dead. 14 And they that fed the swine And they came over unto the other fled, and told it in the city, and in side of the sea, into the country of the country. And they went out to the Gadarenes. see what it was that was done. 2 And when he was come out of 15 And they come to Jesus, and the ship, immediately there met see him that was possessed with the 33 a jst Mark 4:26 . . . able to Luke 24:25. 7 a or implore. bear; but without . . . b Alma 44:4 (1–5); 8 a tg Spirits, Evil or 39 a tg Peace. D&C 4:5 (1–7). Unclean. b Ps. 89:9. 5 4 a gr broken, taken apart. b tg Heal. 40 a Matt. 14:31; b gr was any man strong 13 a or drowned. Mark 16:14; enough to tame him. 1249 Mark 5:16–40 a devil, and had the legion, sitting, 29 And straightway the fountain and clothed, and in his right b mind: of her blood was dried up; and she and they were afraid. felt in her body that she was healed 16 And they that saw it told them of that plague. how it befell to him that was pos- 30 And Jesus, immediately know- sessed with the devil, and also con- ing in himself that a virtue had gone cerning the swine. out of him, turned him about in 17 And they began to pray him to the press, and said, Who touched depart out of their coasts. my clothes? 18 And when he was come into the 31 And his disciples said unto him, ship, he that had been possessed Thou seest the multitude thronging with the devil prayed him that he thee, and sayest thou, Who touched might be with him. me? 19 Howbeit Jesus suffered him not, 32 And he looked round about to but saith unto him, Go home to thy see her that had done this thing. friends, and tell them how great 33 But the woman fearing and things the Lord hath done for thee, trembling, knowing what was done and hath had a compassion on thee. in her, came and fell down before 20 And he departed, and began him, and told him all the truth. to a publish in Decapolis how great 34 And he said unto her, Daughter, things Jesus had done for him: and thy a faith hath made thee whole; all men did marvel. go in b peace, and be whole of thy 21 And when Jesus was passed plague. over again by ship unto the other 35 While he yet spake, there came side, much people gathered unto from the ruler of the synagogue’s him: and he was nigh unto the sea. house certain which said, Thy daugh- 22 And, behold, there cometh one ter is dead: why troublest thou the of the rulers of the synagogue, Jai- Master any further? rus by name; and when he saw him, 36 As soon as Jesus heard the word he fell at his feet, that was spoken, he saith unto the 23 And besought him greatly, say- ruler of the synagogue, Be not afraid, ing, My little daughter lieth at the only a believe. point of death: I pray thee, come and 37 And he suffered no man to fol- lay thy a hands on her, that she may low him, save Peter, and James, and be healed; and she shall live. John the brother of James. 24 And Jesus went with him; and 38 And he cometh to the house much people followed him, and of the ruler of the synagogue, and thronged him. seeth the tumult, and them that 25 And a certain woman, which wept and wailed greatly. had an a issue of blood twelve years, 39 And when he was come in, he 26 And had suffered many things saith unto them, Why make ye this of many physicians, and had spent a ado, and weep? the damsel is not all that she had, and was nothing dead, but sleepeth. bettered, but rather grew worse, 40 And they alaughed him to scorn. 27 When she had heard of Jesus, But when he had put them all out, came in the press behind, and he taketh the father and the mother touched his a garment. of the damsel, and them that were 28 For she said, If I may touch but with him, and entereth in where his clothes, I shall be whole. the damsel was lying. 15 a 1 Ne. 11:31; Morm. 9:24. Hands, Laying on of. 34 a Hel. 15:9 (9–10); b tg Mind. 25 a or hemorrhage. D&C 46:19. 19 a tg Compassion. 27 a Matt. 14:36. b tg Peace of God. 20 a Luke 8:39. 30 a gr power, strength. 36 a gr exercise faith. 23 a tg Administrations Luke 6:19 (17–19); 39 a or uproar, tumult. to the Sick; 8:46 (41–48). 40 a or ridiculed Him. Mark 5:41–6:19 1250 41 And he took the damsel by the a twelve, and began to send them hand, and said unto her, Talitha forth by b two and two; and gave cumi; which is, being interpreted, them power over unclean spirits; Damsel, I say unto thee, a arise. 8 And commanded them that they 42 And straightway the damsel should take nothing for their jour- a arose, and walked; for she was of ney, save a staff only; no a scrip, no the age of twelve years. And they bread, no money in their purse: were astonished with a great as- 9 But be shod with sandals; and tonishment. not put on two coats. 43 And he a charged them straitly 10 And he said unto them, In what that no man should know it; and place soever ye enter into an house, commanded that something should there abide till ye depart from that be given her to eat. place. 11 And whosoever shall not receive Chapter 6 you, nor hear you, when ye depart Jesus sends forth the Twelve—John the thence, shake off the a dust under Baptist is beheaded by Herod—Our your feet for a testimony against Lord feeds the five thousand, walks on them. Verily I say unto you, It shall the water, and heals multitudes. be more tolerable for Sodom and Gomorrha in the day of judgment, And he went out from thence, and than for that city. came into his own country; and his 12 And they went out, and disciples follow him. a preached that men should repent. 2 And when the sabbath day was 13 And they cast out many devils, come, he began to teach in the syna­ and a anointed with oil many that gogue: and many hearing him were were sick, and healed them. astonished, saying, From whence 14 And king a Herod heard of him; hath this man these things? and what (for his name was spread abroad:) a wisdom is this which is given unto and he said, That John the Baptist him, that even such mighty works was risen from the dead, and there- are wrought by his hands? fore mighty works do shew forth 3 Is not this the a carpenter, the son themselves in him. of Mary, the b brother of James, and 15 Others said, That it is Elias. And Joses, and of Juda, and Simon? and others said, That it is a prophet, or are not his sisters here with us? as one of the prophets. And they were offended at him. 16 But when Herod heard thereof, 4 But Jesus said unto them, A he said, It is John, whom I beheaded: prophet is not without honour, but he is risen from the dead. in his own country, and among his 17 For Herod himself had sent own kin, and in his own house. forth and laid hold upon John, and 5 And he could there do no amighty bound him in prison for Herodias’ work, save that he b laid his c hands sake, his brother Philip’s wife: for upon a few sick folk, and healed them. he had married her. 6 And he marvelled because of 18 For John had said unto Herod, their a unbelief. And he went round It is not lawful for thee to have thy about the villages, teaching. brother’s wife. 7 ¶ And he called unto him the 19 Therefore Herodias had a 41 a tg Death, Power over. 5 a Morm. 9:18 (18–21). 8 a Matt. 10:10 (9–11). 42 a tg Heal. b tg Hands, Laying on of. 11 a Luke 10:11; 43 a gr strongly warned c tg Administrations to D&C 24:15. them. the Sick. 12 a tg Preaching. 6 2 a Eccl. 9:16. 6 a or lack of faith. 13 a Ex. 31:11. 3 a Matt. 13:55. 7 a tg Apostles. tg Administrations to b tg Jesus Christ, b Luke 10:1; the Sick; Anointing. Family of. D&C 42:6. 14 a Luke 9:7 (7–9). 1251 Mark 6:20–39 quarrel against him, and would it, they came and took up his corpse, have killed him; but she could not: and laid it in a tomb. 20 For Herod feared John, know- 30 And the apostles gathered them- ing that he was a a just man b and an selves together unto Jesus, and told holy, and c observed him; and when him all things, both what they had he heard him, he did many things, done, and what they had taught. and heard him gladly. 31 And he said unto them, Come 21 And when a convenient day was ye yourselves apart into a a desert come, that Herod on his birthday place, and rest a while: for there were made a supper to his a lords, high many coming and going, and they captains, and chief estates of Galilee; had no b leisure so much as to eat. 22 And when the daughter of the 32 And they departed into a a des- said Herodias came in, and danced, ert place by ship privately. and pleased Herod and them that 33 And the people saw them de- sat with him, the king said unto the parting, and many knew him, and damsel, Ask of me whatsoever thou ran afoot thither out of all cities, wilt, and I will give it thee. and outwent them, and came to- 23 And he a sware unto her, What- gether unto him. soever thou shalt ask of me, I will 34 And Jesus, when he came out, give it thee, unto the b half of my saw much people, and was moved kingdom. with a compassion toward them, be- 24 And she went forth, and said cause they were as sheep not having unto her mother, What shall I ask? a b shepherd: and he began to c teach And she said, The head of John the them many things. Baptist. 35 And when the day was now far 25 And she came in straightway spent, his disciples came unto him, with ahaste unto the king, and asked, and said, a This is a desert place, and saying, I will that thou give me b by now the time is far passed: and by in a c charger the head of 36 Send them away, that they may d John the Baptist. go into the country round about, and 26 And the king was exceeding into the villages, and buy themselves sorry; yet for his a oath’s sake, and bread: for they have nothing to eat. for their sakes which sat with him, 37 He answered and said unto b he would not reject her. them, Give ye them to eat. And they 27 And immediately the king sent say unto him, Shall we go and buy an executioner, and commanded his two hundred apennyworth of bread, head to be brought: and he went and give them to eat? and beheaded him in the prison, 38 He saith unto them, How many 28 And brought his head in a loaves have ye? go and see. And charger, and gave it to the damsel: when they knew, they say, Five, and the damsel gave it to her mother. and two fishes. 29 And when his disciples heard of 39 And he commanded them to 20 a gr righteous and holy 23 a tg Swearing. solitary . . . man. b Esth. 5:3. 34 a tg Compassion. b jst Mark 6:21 . . . and a 25 a tg Haste. b tg Shepherd. holy man, and one who b gr at once. c tg Jesus Christ, feared God and observed c or platter. Teaching Mode of. to worship him; and d tg Martyrdom. 35 a jst Mark 6:36 . . . This is when he heard him 26 a tg Vow. a solitary place, and now he did many things for b gr he did not desire to the time for departure is him, and heard . . . refuse. come . . . c gr protected. 31 a jst Mark 6:32 . . . 37 a gr denarii; one denarius 21 a gr nobles, military solitary . . . was a workman’s daily commanders, and b Mark 3:20. wage. prominent men. 32 a jst Mark 6:33 . . . Mark 6:40–7:6 1252 make all sit down by companies 53 And when they had passed over, upon the green grass. they came into the land of Genne- 40 And they sat down in ranks, by saret, and drew to the shore. hundreds, and by fifties. 54 And when they were come out 41 And when he had taken the of the ship, straightway they knew five loaves and the two fishes, he him, looked up to heaven, and blessed, 55 And ran through that whole and brake the loaves, and gave them region round about, and began to to his disciples to set before them; carry about in beds those that were and the two fishes divided he among sick, where they heard he was. them all. 56 And whithersoever he entered, 42 And they did all eat, and were into villages, or cities, or country, filled. they laid the sick in the streets, and 43 And they took up twelve bas- besought him that they might touch kets full of the fragments, and of if it were but the border of his gar- the fishes. ment: and as many as touched him 44 And they that did eat of the were made whole. loaves were about a five thousand men. Chapter 7 45 And straightway he constrained Jesus reproves the Pharisees for their his disciples to get into the ship, and to go to the other side before false traditions and ceremonies—He unto Bethsaida, while he sent away casts a devil out of the daughter of a the people. Greek woman—He opens the ears and 46 And when he had a sent them loosens the tongue of a person with an impediment. away, he departed into a mountain to pray. Then came together unto him the 47 And when even was come, the Pharisees, and certain of the scribes, ship was in the midst of the sea, which came from Jerusalem. and he alone on the land. 2 And when they saw some of his 48 And he saw them a toiling in disciples eat bread with defiled, rowing; for the wind was contrary that is to say, with unwashen, hands, unto them: and about the fourth they found fault. watch of the night he cometh unto 3 For the Pharisees, and all the them, walking upon the sea, and Jews, except they a wash their hands would have passed by them. oft, eat not, holding the tradition 49 But when they saw him walking of the elders. upon the sea, they supposed it had 4 And when they come from the been a spirit, and cried out: market, except they wash, they eat 50 For they all saw him, and were not. And many other things there a troubled. And immediately he be, which they have received to talked with them, and saith unto hold, as the washing of cups, and them, Be of good cheer: it is I; be pots, brasen vessels, and of tables. not afraid. 5 Then the Pharisees and scribes 51 And he went up unto them into asked him, Why walk not thy dis- the ship; and the wind ceased: and ciples according to the tradition of they were sore amazed in themselves the elders, but eat bread with a un- beyond measure, and wondered. washen hands? 52 For they a considered not the 6 He answered and said unto miracle of the loaves: for their heart them, Well hath Esaias prophesied was b hardened. of you hypocrites, as it is written, 44 a Matt. 14:21 (13–21); 48 a gr struggling at their 1 Cor. 2:11. Luke 9:14 (10–17); oars. b tg Hardheartedness. John 6:10 (1–13). 50 a or terrified. 7 3 a tg Purification. 46 a gr bid them farewell. 52 a or did not understand. 5 a tg Wash. 1253 Mark 7:7–28 This people a honoureth me with disciples asked him concerning their lips, but their heart is far from the parable. me. 18 And he saith unto them, Are 7 Howbeit in vain do they worship ye so without understanding also? me, teaching for doctrines the com- Do ye not perceive, that whatsoever mandments of men. thing from without entereth into 8 For laying aside the command- the man, it cannot defile him; ment of God, ye hold the a tradition 19 Because it entereth not into his of men, as the washing of pots and heart, but into the belly, and go- cups: and many other such like eth out into the draught, purging things ye do. all meats? 9 And he said unto them, Full 20 And he said, That which cometh well ye reject the commandment out of the man, that a defileth the of God, that ye may keep your own man. tradition. 21 For from within, out of the 10 a For Moses said, Honour thy a heart of men, proceed evil thoughts, father and thy mother; and, Whoso b adulteries, fornications, murders, b curseth father or mother, let him 22 a Thefts, b covetousness, c wicked- die the death: ness, d deceit, lasciviousness, an evil 11 But ye say, If a man shall say to eye, blasphemy, pride, foolishness: his father or mother, It is a Corban, 23 All these aevil things come from that is to say, a gift, by whatsoever within, and b defile the man. thou mightest be profited by me; 24 ¶ And from thence he arose, and he shall be free. went into the borders of Tyre and 12 And ye suffer him no more to do Sidon, and entered into an house, ought for his father or his mother; a and would have no man know it: 13 Making the word of God of none but he could not be hid. effect through your tradition, which 25 For a certain woman, whose ye have delivered: and many such young daughter had an unclean like things do ye. spirit, heard of him, and came and 14 ¶ And when he had called all fell at his feet: the people unto him, he said unto 26 The woman was a Greek, a Sy- them, Hearken unto me every one rophenician by nation; and she be- of you, and understand: sought him that he would cast forth 15 There is nothing from without the devil out of her daughter. a man, that entering into him can 27 But Jesus said unto her, Let the a defile him: but the things which a children first be filled: for it is not come out of him, those are they that meet to take the children’s bread, b defile the man. and to cast it unto the b dogs. 16 If any man have ears to hear, 28 And she answered and said let him hear. unto him, Yes, Lord: yet the dogs 17 And when he was entered into under the table eat of the children’s the house from the people, his crumbs. 6 a tg Apostasy of Israel; man, that proceedeth forth Fraud. Hypocrisy. out of the heart. 23 a tg Motivations. 8 a tg Traditions of Men. b Titus 1:15; b Mosiah 4:30. 10 a jst Mark 7:10–12 2 Ne. 19:17; 24 a jst Mark 7:22–23 . . . (Appendix). D&C 93:35. and would that no b tg Curse; Honoring 20 a James 3:6; man should come unto Father and Mother. D&C 88:121. him. But he could not 11 a Matt. 15:5. 21 a 1 Jn. 2:16. deny them; for he had 15 a jst Mark 7:15 . . . defile b tg Adulterer. compassion upon all men. him, which is food; but 22 a tg Stealing. 27 a jst Mark 7:26 . . . the things which come b tg Covet. children of the kingdom out of him; those are c tg Wickedness. first . . . they that defile the d tg Deceit; b D&C 41:6. Mark 7:29–8:17 1254 29 And he said unto her, For this by the way: for adivers of them came saying go thy way; the devil is gone from far. out of thy daughter. 4 And his disciples answered him, 30 And when she was come to her From whence can a man satisfy house, she found the a devil gone these men with bread here in the out, and her daughter laid upon the wilderness? bed. 5 And he asked them, How many 31 ¶ And again, departing from the loaves have ye? And they said, Seven. coasts of Tyre and Sidon, he came 6 And he commanded the people to unto the sea of Galilee, through the sit down on the ground: and he took midst of the coasts of Decapolis. the seven loaves, and gave thanks, 32 And they bring unto him one and brake, and gave to his disciples that was deaf, and had an impedi- to set before them; and they did set ment in his speech; and they beseech them before the people. him to put his a hand upon him. 7 And they had a few small fishes: 33 And he took him aside from the and he blessed, and commanded to multitude, and put his fingers into set them also before them. his ears, and he spit, and touched 8 So they did eat, and were filled: his tongue; and they took up of the broken meat 34 And looking up to heaven, he that was left seven baskets. sighed, and saith unto him, Eph- 9 And they that had eaten were phatha, that is, Be opened. about four thousand: and he sent 35 And straightway his ears were them away. a opened, and the string of his tongue 10 ¶ And straightway he entered was loosed, and he spake plain. into a ship with his disciples, and 36 And he charged them that they came into the parts of Dalmanutha. should tell no man: but the more he 11 And the Pharisees came forth, charged them, so much the more a and began to question with him, great deal they a published it; seeking of him a a sign from heaven, 37 And were beyond measure as- tempting him. tonished, saying, He hath done all 12 And he sighed deeply in his things well: he maketh both the spirit, and saith, Why doth this gen- deaf to hear, and the dumb to speak. eration seek after a a sign? verily I say unto you, There shall no sign be Chapter 8 given unto this generation. Jesus feeds the four thousand—He 13 And he left them, and entering counsels, Beware of the leaven of the into the ship again departed to the Pharisees—He heals a blind man in other side. Bethsaida—Peter testifies that Jesus 14 ¶ Now the disciples had forgot- is the Christ. ten to take bread, neither had they in the ship with them more than In those days the multitude being one loaf. very great, and having nothing to 15 And he charged them, saying, eat, Jesus called his disciples unto Take heed, beware of the leaven of him, and saith unto them, the Pharisees, and of the leaven 2 I have compassion on the multi- of Herod. tude, because they have now been 16 And they reasoned among them- with me three days, and have noth- selves, saying, It is because we have ing to eat: no bread. 3 And if I send them away fasting 17 And when Jesus knew it, he saith to their own houses, they will faint unto them, Why reason ye, because 30 a 1 Ne. 11:31. Hands, Laying on of. 8 3 a gr some. 32 a tg Administrations 35 a tg Miracle. 11 a D&C 46:9; 63:7 (7–11). to the Sick; 36 a Matt. 9:31. 12 a Matt. 16:4 (1–12). 1255 Mark 8:18–38 ye have no bread? perceive ye not 29 And he saith unto them, But yet, neither understand? a have ye whom say ye that I am? And Peter your heart yet b hardened? answereth and saith unto him, Thou 18 Having eyes, see ye not? and art the a Christ. having ears, hear ye not? and do ye 30 And he charged them that they not remember? should a tell no man of him. 19 When I brake the five loaves 31 And he began to a teach them, among five thousand, how many that the Son of man must suffer baskets full of fragments took ye many things, and be rejected of up? They say unto him, Twelve. the elders, and of the chief priests, 20 And when the seven among and scribes, and be killed, and after four thousand, how many baskets three days rise again. full of fragments took ye up? And 32 And he spake that saying openly. they said, Seven. And Peter took him, and began to 21 And he said unto them, How is rebuke him. it that ye do not understand? 33 But when he had turned about 22 ¶ And he cometh to Bethsaida; and looked on his disciples, he re- and they bring a blind man unto buked Peter, saying, Get thee behind him, and besought him to touch me, a Satan: for b thou savourest not him. the things that be of God, but the 23 And he took the blind man by things that be of men. the hand, and led him out of the 34 ¶ And when he had called the town; and when he had spit on his people unto him with his disciples eyes, and put his a hands upon him, also, he said unto them, Whosoever he asked him if he saw b ought. will come after me, let him a deny 24 And he looked up, and said, I himself, and take up his cross, and see men as trees, walking. b follow me. 25 After that he put his hands again 35 aFor whosoever will save his life upon his eyes, and made him look shall lose it; but whosoever shall up: and he was restored, and saw b lose his c life for my sake and the a every man clearly. gospel’s, the same shall save it. 26 And he sent him away to his 36 For what shall it profit a man, house, saying, Neither go into if he shall a gain the whole world, the town, nor tell it to any in the and lose his own soul? town. 37 Or what shall a man give in ex- 27 ¶ And Jesus went out, and his change for his a soul? disciples, into the towns of Cæsarea 38 Whosoever therefore shall be Philippi: and by the way he asked a ashamed of me and of my words in his disciples, saying unto them, this adulterous and sinful genera­ Whom do men say that I am? tion; of him also shall the b Son of 28 And they answered, John the man be ashamed, when he cometh Baptist: but some say, Elias; and in the glory of his Father with the others, One of the prophets. holy c angels. 17 a gr do you still have b gr you do not consider, D&C 103:28 (27–28). hardened hearts? cherish. tg Martyrdom. b tg Hardheartedness. 34 a tg Self-Mastery. 36 a Jer. 45:5. 23 a tg Administrations b tg Jesus Christ, 37 a jst Mark 8:39–40 . . . to the Sick; Exemplar. soul? Therefore deny Hands, Laying on of. 35 a jst Mark 8:37–38 yourselves of these, and be b or anything. (Appendix). not ashamed of me. 25 a or everything. b Luke 9:24; 38 a 1 Ne. 8:28 (24–28). 29 a tg Jesus Christ, Messiah. jst Luke 9:24–25 tg Shame. 30 a Luke 9:21. (Appendix). b tg Jesus Christ, 31 a tg Jesus Christ, c Heb. 11:35; Son of Man. Teaching Mode of. jst Heb. 11:35 (Heb. c jst Mark 8:42–43 33 a Alma 12:5 (5–6, 34). 11:35 note b); (Appendix). Mark 9:1–20 1256 Chapter 9 they had seen, till the Son of man were risen from the dead. Jesus is transfigured on the moun- 10 And they kept that saying with tain—He casts out an unclean spirit— themselves, questioning one with He teaches concerning His death and another what the a rising from the resurrection, who will be greatest, and dead should mean. the condemnation of those who offend 11 ¶ And they asked him, saying, His little ones. Why say the scribes that Elias must And he said unto them, Verily I say first come? unto you, That there be some of 12 And he answered and told them that stand here, which shall them, Elias verily cometh first, a and not taste of death, till they have b restoreth all things; and how it is seen the kingdom of God come with written of the c Son of man, that he power. must d suffer many things, and be 2 ¶ And after asix days Jesus taketh set at e nought. with him Peter, and James, and John, 13 But I say unto you, That Elias b and leadeth them up into an high is indeed come, and they have done mountain apart by themselves: unto him whatsoever they a listed, and he was c transfigured before as it is written of b him. them. 14 ¶ And when he came to his 3 And his raiment became shin- disciples, he saw a great multitude ing, exceeding white as snow; so as about them, and the scribes ques- no fuller on earth can white them. tioning with them. 4 And there appeared unto them 15 And straightway all the peo- Elias with a Moses: and they were ple, when they beheld him, were talking with Jesus. greatly amazed, and running to him 5 And Peter answered and said saluted him. to Jesus, Master, it is good for us to 16 And he asked the scribes, What be here: and let us make three tab- question ye with them? ernacles; one for thee, and one for 17 And one of the multitude an- Moses, and one for Elias. swered and said, Master, I have 6 For he wist not what to say; for brought unto thee my son, which they were sore afraid. hath a dumb spirit; 7 And there was a cloud that over- 18 And wheresoever he taketh him, shadowed them: and a a voice came he ateareth him: and he foameth, and out of the cloud, saying, This is my gnasheth with his teeth, and pineth b beloved Son: hear him. away: and I spake to thy disciples 8 And suddenly, when they had that they should cast him out; and looked round about, they saw no they could not. man any more, save Jesus only with 19 He answereth him, and saith, themselves. O faithless generation, how long 9 And as they came down from shall I be with you? how long shall the mountain, he charged them that I suffer you? bring him unto me. they should tell no aman what things 20 And they brought him unto 9 2 a Luke 9:28 (28–36). tions of. d tg Jesus Christ, b jst Mark 9:1 . . . who b Matt. 3:17; Crucifixion of. asked him many questions Luke 9:35 (34–36). e Isa. 53:3. concerning his sayings; 9 a Matt. 17:9 (9–12). 13 a gr willed, chose, and Jesus leadeth 10 a John 20:9. intended. them . . . 12 a jst Mark 9:10 . . . and b jst Mark 9:11 . . . him; c Matt. 17:2 (1–13); prepareth all things; and he bore record of me, Luke 9:29 (28–36). and teacheth you of the and they received him not. 4 a jst Mark 9:3 . . . Moses, prophets; how . . . Verily this was Elias. or in other words, John the b tg Dispensations. 18 a gr dashes on the Baptist and Moses . . . c tg Jesus Christ, ground, convulses, 7 a tg God, Manifesta- Prophecies about. lacerates. 1257 Mark 9:21–41 him: and when he saw him, straight- 31 For he taught his disciples, and way the spirit a tare him; and he said unto them, The a Son of man is fell on the ground, and wallowed delivered into the hands of men, foaming. and they shall kill him; and after 21 And he asked his father, How that he is killed, he shall b rise the long is it ago since this came unto third day. him? And he said, Of a child. 32 But they understood not that 22 And ofttimes it hath cast him saying, and were afraid to ask him. into the fire, and into the waters, 33 ¶ And he came to Capernaum: to destroy him: but if thou canst do and being in the house he asked any thing, have a compassion on us, them, What was it that ye a disputed and help us. among yourselves by the way ? 23 Jesus said unto him, If thou canst 34 But they held their peace: for believe, all things are a possible to by the way they had a disputed him that b believeth. among themselves, who should be 24 And straightway the father of the b greatest. the child cried out, and said with 35 And he sat down, and called the tears, Lord, I believe; help thou mine twelve, and saith unto them, If any a unbelief. man desire to be afirst, the same shall 25 When Jesus saw that the peo- be last of all, and b servant of all. ple came running together, he a re- 36 And he took a child, and set him buked the b foul spirit, saying unto in the midst of them: and when he him, Thou dumb and deaf spirit, I had taken him in his arms, he said charge thee, come out of him, and unto them, enter no more into him. 37 a Whosoever shall receive one 26 And the spirit cried, and rent of such b children in my name, re- him sore, and came out of him: and ceiveth me: and whosoever shall he was as one dead; insomuch that receive me, receiveth not me, but many said, He is dead. him that sent me. 27 But Jesus took him by the hand, 38 ¶ And John answered him, say- and a lifted him up; and he arose. ing, Master, we saw one a casting out 28 And when he was come into devils in thy name, and he followeth the house, his disciples asked him not us: and we forbad him, because privately, Why could not we cast he followeth not us. him out? 39 But Jesus said, Forbid him not: 29 And he said unto them, This for there is no man which shall do kind can come forth by nothing, a a miracle in my b name, that can but by prayer and a fasting. lightly speak evil of me. 30 ¶ And they departed thence, 40 For he that is not against us is and passed through Galilee; and a on our part. he would not that any man should 41 For whosoever shall give you a know it. cup of water to drink in my name, 20 a Mark 1:26. Resurrection. receiveth not me only, 22 a tg Compassion. 33 a gr reasoned, disputed, but him that sent me, 23 a Dan. 3:29. pondered. even the Father. tg God, Power of. 34 a tg Disputations. b tg Children; b tg Faith. b Luke 9:46. Salvation of Little 24 a tg Doubt. 35 a Prov. 18:17. Children. 25 a tg Heal. b tg Meek. 38 a Luke 11:19; b tg Spirits, Evil or 37 a jst Mark 9:34–35 Acts 19:13. Unclean. Whosoever shall humble 39 a tg Miracle. 27 a Acts 3:7. himself like one of these b tg Name. 29 a tg Problem-Solving. children, and receiveth 40 a Matt. 12:30; 31 a tg Jesus Christ, Son of me, ye shall receive in my Luke 9:50. Man. name. And whosoever b tg Jesus Christ, shall receive me, Mark 9:42–10:15 1258 because ye belong to Christ, verily as he was wont, he taught them I say unto you, he shall not a lose again. his b reward. 2 ¶ And the Pharisees came to him, 42 And whosoever shall a offend and asked him, Is it lawful for a one of these little ones that believe man to put away his wife? tempting in me, it is better for him that a him. millstone were hanged about his 3 And he answered and said unto neck, and he were cast into the sea. them, What did Moses command 43 aAnd if thy hand offend thee, you? b cut it off: it is better for thee to en- 4 And they said, Moses suffered to ter into life maimed, than having write a bill of divorcement, and to two hands to go into c hell, into the put her away. fire that never shall be quenched: 5 And Jesus answered and said unto 44 Where their worm dieth not, them, For the hardness of your heart and the fire is not quenched. he wrote you this precept. 45 And if thy foot a offend thee, cut 6 But from the beginning of the it off: it is better for thee to enter creation God made them male and halt into life, than having two feet female. to be cast into hell, into the fire that 7 For this cause shall a a man leave never shall be quenched: his father and mother, and cleave 46 Where their worm dieth not, to his b wife; and the fire is not quenched. 8 And they twain shall be one flesh: 47 And if thine eye offend thee, so then they are no more twain, but pluck it out: it is better for thee to one flesh. enter into the kingdom of God with 9 What therefore God hath a joined one eye, than having two eyes to be together, let not man put b asunder. cast into hell fire: 10 And in the house his disciples 48 Where their a worm dieth not, asked him again of the same matter. and the fire is not quenched. 11 And he saith unto them, Who- 49 For every one shall be a salted soever shall put away his wife, and with fire, and every sacrifice shall marry another, committeth adultery be salted with salt. against her. 50 Salt is good: but if the salt have 12 And if a woman shall put away lost his saltness, wherewith will ye her husband, and be married to season it? Have salt in yourselves, another, she committeth adultery. and have a peace one with another. 13 ¶ And they brought young chil- dren to him, that he should touch Chapter 10 them: and his disciples rebuked Jesus teaches the higher law of mar- those that brought them. riage—He blesses little children—Jesus 14 But when Jesus saw it, he was counsels the rich young man, foretells much displeased, and said unto His own death, and heals blind Bar- them, Suffer the little a children to timæus. come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God. And he arose from thence, and 15 Verily I say unto you, Whoso- cometh into the coasts of Judæa by ever shall not receive the kingdom the farther side of Jordan: and the of God as a little a child, he shall not people resort unto him again; and, enter therein. 41 a Matt. 10:42; D&C 84:90. stumble. 9 a tg Family, Eternal; b tg Reward. 48 a Isa. 66:24; Genealogy and Temple 42 a tg Offense. D&C 76:44. Work; 43 a jst Mark 9:40–48 49 a tg Salt. Marriage, Marry. (Appendix). 50 a 1 Thes. 5:13. b tg Divorce. b tg Self-Mastery. tg Peace. 14 a Moro. 8:8 (5–9). c tg Hell. 10 7 a tg Marriage, Husbands. tg Example. 45 a gr cause thee to b tg Marriage, Wives. 15 a tg Meek. 1259 Mark 10:16–34 16 And he took them up in his for a rich man to enter into the arms, put his hands upon them, and kingdom of God. a blessed them. 26 And they were astonished out of 17 ¶ And when he was gone forth measure, saying among themselves, into the way, there came one run- Who then can be saved? ning, and kneeled to him, and asked 27 And Jesus looking upon them him, Good Master, what shall I do saith, a With men it is impossible, that I may inherit eternal life? but not with God: for with God all 18 And Jesus said unto him, Why things are b possible. callest thou me good? there is none 28 ¶ Then Peter began to say unto a good but one, that is, God. him, Lo, we have left all, and have 19 Thou knowest the command- followed thee. ments, Do not commit a adultery, Do 29 And Jesus answered and said, not b kill, Do not c steal, Do not bear Verily I say unto you, There is no false witness, dDefraud not, eHonour man that hath left house, or breth- thy father and mother. ren, or sisters, or father, or mother, 20 And he answered and said unto or wife, or children, or lands, for him, Master, all these have I observed my sake, and the gospel’s, from my youth. 30 But he shall receive an a hun- 21 Then Jesus beholding him loved dredfold now in this time, houses, him, and said unto him, One thing and brethren, and sisters, and moth- thou lackest: go thy way, sell what- ers, and children, and lands, with soever thou hast, and a give to the persecutions; and in the world to poor, and thou shalt have treasure come eternal life. in heaven: and come, take up the 31 a But many that are b first shall cross, and b follow me. be last; and the last first. 22 And he was sad at that saying, 32 ¶ And they were in the way and went away grieved: for he had going up to Jerusalem; and Jesus great possessions. went before them: and they were 23 ¶ And Jesus looked round about, amazed; and as they followed, they and saith unto his disciples, How were afraid. And he took again the hardly shall they that have riches twelve, and began to tell them what enter into the kingdom of God! things should happen unto him, 24 And the disciples were aston- 33 Saying, Behold, we go up to Je- ished at his words. But Jesus an- rusalem; and the a Son of man shall swereth again, and saith unto them, be delivered unto the chief priests, Children, how hard is it for them and unto the bscribes; and they shall that a trust in b riches to enter into condemn him to death, and shall the kingdom of God! deliver him to the Gentiles: 25 It is easier for a camel to go 34 And they shall a mock him, and through the eye of a needle, than shall scourge him, and shall spit 16 a 3 Ne. 17:21. Exemplar. 31 a jst Mark 10:30–31 But tg Salvation of Little 24 a Jacob 2:18 (17–19). there are many who make Children. b tg Treasure. themselves first, that 18 a Ether 4:12 (11–12). 27 a jst Mark 10:26 . . . With shall be last, and the 19 a D&C 66:10. men that trust in riches, last first. This he said, b tg Murder. it is impossible; but rebuking Peter . . . c tg Stealing. not impossible with men b Jacob 5:63; d tg Fraud. who trust in God and Ether 13:12 (10–12). e tg Honoring Father leave all for my sake, 33 a tg Jesus Christ, and Mother. for with such all these Son of Man. 21 a tg Charity; things are possible. b tg Scribe. Generosity. b tg God, Power of. 34 a tg Mocking. b tg Jesus Christ, 30 a tg Reward. Mark 10:35–11:4 1260 upon him, and shall kill him: and of Timæus, sat by the highway side the third day he shall b rise again. begging. 35 ¶ And James and John, the sons 47 And when he heard that it was of Zebedee, come unto him, saying, Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry Master, we would that thou should- out, and say, Jesus, thou Son of Da- est do for us whatsoever we shall vid, have mercy on me. desire. 48 And many charged him that he 36 And he said unto them, What should hold his peace: but he cried would ye that I should do for you? the more a great deal, Thou Son of 37 They said unto him, Grant unto David, have mercy on me. us that we may sit, one on thy right 49 And Jesus stood still, and com- hand, and the other on thy left hand, manded him to be called. And they in thy glory. call the a blind man, saying unto 38 But Jesus said unto them, Ye him, Be of good comfort, rise; he know not what ye ask: can ye drink calleth thee. of the cup that I drink of? and be 50 And he, casting away his gar- baptized with the a baptism that I ment, rose, and came to Jesus. am baptized with? 51 And Jesus answered and said 39 And they said unto him, We unto him, What wilt thou that I can. And Jesus said unto them, Ye should do unto thee? The blind man shall indeed drink of the cup that said unto him, Lord, that I might I drink of; and with the baptism receive my sight. that I am baptized withal shall ye 52 And Jesus said unto him, Go be baptized: thy way; thy faith hath a made thee 40 But to sit on my right hand and whole. And immediately he re- on my left hand is not mine to give; ceived his sight, and followed Jesus but it shall be given to them for whom in the way. it is prepared. 41 And when the ten heard it, they Chapter 11 began to be much displeased with James and John. Jesus rides into Jerusalem amid shouts 42 But Jesus called them to him, of hosanna—He curses a fig tree, drives and saith unto them, Ye know that the money changers from the temple, they which are accounted to rule and confounds the scribes on the mat- over the Gentiles exercise lordship ter of authority. over them; and their great ones ex- And when they came nigh to Jerusa- ercise authority upon them. lem, unto Bethphage and Bethany, 43 But so shall it not be among at the mount of Olives, he sendeth you: but whosoever will be a great forth two of his disciples, among you, shall be your minister: 2 And saith unto them, Go your way 44 And whosoever of you will be into the village over against you: and the a chiefest, shall be servant of all. as soon as ye be entered into it, ye 45 For even the Son of man came shall find a colt tied, whereon never not to be ministered unto, but to man sat; loose him, and bring him. minister, and to give his life a a ran- 3 And if any man say unto you, som for many. Why do ye this? say ye that the Lord 46 ¶ And they came to Jericho: hath need of him; and straightway and as he went out of Jericho with he will send him hither. his disciples and a great number of 4 And they went their way, and people, blind a Bartimæus, the son found the colt tied by the door 34 b tg Jesus Christ, 44 a Matt. 23:11; 49 a 1 Ne. 17:51. Resurrection. Luke 22:24 (24–30); 52 a gr saved, preserved, 38 a tg Jesus Christ, 2 Ne. 9:5. healed thee. Baptism of. 45 a Rom. 4:25. 43 a D&C 50:26 (26–27). 46 a Matt. 20:30 (29–34). 1261 Mark 11:5–27 without in a place where two ways 16 And would not suffer that any met; and they loose him. man should carry any vessel through 5 And certain of them that stood the temple. there said unto them, What do ye, 17 And he taught, saying unto loosing the colt? them, Is it not written, My house 6 And they said unto them even shall be called of all nations the as Jesus had commanded: and they house of prayer? but ye have made let them go. it a den of thieves. 7 And they brought the a colt to 18 And the scribes and chief priests Jesus, and cast their garments on heard it, and sought how they might him; and he sat upon him. a destroy him: for they feared him, 8 And many spread their garments because all the people was aston- in the way: and others cut down ished at his doctrine. branches off the trees, and strawed 19 And when even was come, he them in the way. went out of the city. 9 And they that went before, and 20 ¶ And in the morning, as they they that followed, cried, saying, passed by, they saw the fig tree dried Hosanna; a Blessed is he that cometh up from the roots. in the name of the Lord: 21 And Peter calling to remem- 10 a Blessed be the kingdom of our brance saith unto him, Master, be- father David, that cometh in the hold, the fig tree which thou cursedst name of the Lord: Hosanna in the is withered away. highest. 22 And Jesus answering saith unto 11 And Jesus entered into Jerusa- them, Have a faith in God. lem, and into the temple: and when 23 For verily I say unto you, That he had looked round about upon all whosoever shall say unto this moun- things, and now the eventide was tain, Be thou removed, and be thou come, he went out unto Bethany cast into the sea; and shall not adoubt with the twelve. in his heart, but shall believe that 12 ¶ And on the morrow, when those things which he saith shall they were come from Bethany, he come to pass; he shall have what- was hungry: soever he saith. 13 And seeing a fig tree afar off 24 Therefore I say unto you, What having leaves, he came, if haply things soever ye desire, when ye he might find any thing thereon: a pray, b believe that ye receive them, and when he came to it, he found and ye shall have them. nothing but leaves; for the time of 25 And when ye stand a praying, figs was not yet. forgive, if ye have ought against 14 And Jesus answered and said any: that your Father also which is unto it, No man eat fruit of thee in heaven may b forgive you your hereafter for ever. And his disci- trespasses. ples heard it. 26 But if ye do not aforgive, neither 15 ¶ And they come to Jerusalem: will your Father which is in heaven and Jesus went into the temple, and forgive your trespasses. began to cast out them that sold and 27 ¶ And they come again to Je- bought in the temple, and overthrew rusalem: and as he was walking in the tables of the moneychangers, the temple, there come to him the and the seats of them that sold chief priests, and the scribes, and doves; the elders, 11 7 a Zech. 9:9. cometh in the name of 24 a tg Prayer. 9 a Ps. 118:26. the Lord . . . b 3 Ne. 18:20; 10 a jst Mark 11:11–12 That 18 a tg Jesus Christ, D&C 29:6. bringeth the kingdom Betrayal of. 25 a tg Prayer. of our father David; 22 a tg Faith. b tg Forgive. Blessed is he that 23 a tg Doubt. 26 a D&C 64:9 (7–10). Mark 11:28–12:17 1262 28 And say unto him, By what a au- him they killed, and many others; thority doest thou these things? and beating some, and killing some. who gave thee this authority to do 6 Having yet therefore one son, these things? his wellbeloved, he sent him also 29 And Jesus answered and said last unto them, saying, They will unto them, I will also ask of you reverence my son. one question, and answer me, and 7 But those husbandmen said I will tell you by what authority I among themselves, This is the heir; do these things. come, let us kill him, and the inheri­ 30 The baptism of John, was it from tance shall be ours. heaven, or of men? answer me. 8 And they took him, and killed 31 And they reasoned with them- him, and cast him out of the vineyard. selves, saying, If we shall say, From 9 What shall therefore the lord of heaven; he will say, Why then did the vineyard do? he will come and ye not believe him? destroy the husbandmen, and will 32 But if we shall say, Of men; give the a vineyard unto others. they feared the people: for all men 10 And have ye not read this scrip- counted John, that he was a prophet ture; The a stone which the builders indeed. rejected is become the head of the 33 And they answered and said corner: unto Jesus, We cannot tell. And Jesus 11 This was the Lord’s doing, and answering saith unto them, Neither it is marvellous in our eyes? do I tell you by what authority I do 12 And they sought to lay hold these things. on him, but feared the people: for they knew that he had spoken the Chapter 12 parable against them: and they left him, and went their way. Jesus gives the parable of the wicked 13 ¶ And they send unto him cer- husbandmen—He speaks of paying tain of the Pharisees and of the Hero- taxes, celestial marriage, the two great dians, to a catch him in his words. commandments, the divine sonship of 14 And when they were come, they Christ, and the widow’s mites. say unto him, Master, we know that And he began to speak unto them thou art true, and carest for no man: by parables. A certain man planted for thou regardest not the person of a vineyard, and set an hedge about men, but teachest the way of God it, and digged a place for the winefat, in truth: Is it lawful to give tribute and built a tower, and let it out to to Cæsar, or not? husbandmen, and went into a far 15 Shall we give, or shall we not country. give? But he, knowing their hypoc- 2 And at the season he sent to the risy, said unto them, Why a tempt husbandmen a servant, that he ye me? bring me a penny, that I might receive from the husbandmen may see it. of the fruit of the vineyard. 16 And they brought it. And he 3 And they caught him, and beat saith unto them, Whose is this im- him, and sent him away empty. age and superscription? And they 4 And again he sent unto them said unto him, Cæsar’s. another servant; and at him they 17 And Jesus answering said unto cast stones, and wounded him in the them, Render to Cæsar the things head, and sent him away shamefully that are Cæsar’s, and to God the handled. things that are God’s. And they 5 And again he sent another; and marvelled at him. 28 a tg Priesthood, Lord. Luke 11:54 (53–54); Authority. 10 a tg Cornerstone. 20:20 (19–26). 12 9 a tg Vineyard of the 13 a Matt. 22:15 (15–22); 15 a tg Test. 1263 Mark 12:18–38 18 ¶ Then come unto him the 29 And Jesus answered him, The Sadducees, which say there is no first of all the commandments is, resurrection; and they asked him, a Hear, O Israel; The Lord our God saying, is one Lord: 19 Master, Moses wrote unto us, If 30 And thou shalt a love the Lord a man’s brother die, and leave his thy God with all thy b heart, and wife behind him, and leave no chil- with all thy soul, and with all thy dren, that his a brother should take mind, and with all thy c strength: his wife, and raise up seed unto his this is the first commandment. brother. 31 And the second is like, namely 20 Now there were seven brethren: this, Thou shalt love thy neighbour and the first took a wife, and dying as thyself. There is none other com- left no seed. mandment greater than these. 21 And the second took her, and 32 And the scribe said unto him, died, neither left he any seed: and Well, Master, thou hast said the truth: the third likewise. for there is one God; and there is 22 And the seven had her, and none other but he: left no seed: last of all the woman 33 And to love him with all the died also. heart, and with all the understand- 23 In the resurrection therefore, ing, and with all the soul, and with when they shall rise, whose wife all the strength, and to love his shall she be of them? for the seven neighbour as himself, is more than had her to wife. all whole burnt a offerings and sac- 24 And Jesus answering said unto rifices. them, a Do ye not therefore err, be- 34 And when Jesus saw that he an- cause ye know not the scriptures, swered discreetly, he said unto him, neither the power of God? Thou art not far from the kingdom 25 For when they shall rise from of God. And no man after that durst the dead, they neither a marry, nor ask him any question. are given in marriage; but are as the 35 ¶ And Jesus answered and said, angels which are in heaven. while he taught in the temple, How 26 And as touching the dead, that say the scribes that Christ is the Son they a rise: have ye not read in the of David? book of Moses, how in the bush God 36 For David himself said by the b spake unto him, saying, I am the Holy Ghost, The a Lord said to my c God of Abraham, and the God of Lord, Sit thou on my right hand, till Isaac, and the God of Jacob? I make thine enemies thy footstool. 27 a He is not the God of the dead, 37 David therefore himself calleth but the God of the living: ye there- him Lord; and whence is he then his fore do greatly err. son? And the common people heard 28 ¶ And one of the a scribes came, him gladly. and having heard them reasoning 38 ¶ And he said unto them in his together, and perceiving that he doctrine, Beware of the a scribes, had answered them well, asked which love to go in long clothing, him, Which is the first command- and love b salutations in the market­ ment of all? places, 19 a Deut. 25:5; b tg God, Manifestations of. 29 a Deut. 6:4. Matt. 22:24; c Ex. 3:6. 30 a Deut. 6:5. Luke 20:28. 27 a jst Mark 12:32 He is not b tg Commitment. 24 a jst Mark 12:28 . . . Ye do therefore the God of the c tg Strength. err therefore, because ye dead, but the God of the 33 a Matt. 22:40 (15–40). know not, and understand living; for he raiseth them tg Sacrifice. not the scriptures . . . up out of their graves. Ye 36 a Ps. 110:1. 25 a tg Marriage, Marry. therefore . . . 38 a tg Pride. 26 a tg Resurrection. 28 a tg Scribe. b John 12:43 (42–43). Mark 12:39–13:14 1264 39 And the chief seats in the syna­ 5 And Jesus answering them be- gogues, and the uppermost rooms gan to say, Take heed lest any man at feasts: deceive you: 40 Which devour widows’ houses, 6 For many shall come in my name, and for a pretence make long saying, I am Christ; and shall a de- prayers: these shall receive greater ceive many. a damnation. 7 And when ye shall hear of wars 41 ¶ And Jesus sat over against the and rumours of wars, be ye not trou- treasury, and beheld how the people bled: for such things must needs be; cast money into the treasury: and but the end shall not be yet. many that were rich cast in much. 8 For a nation shall rise against na- 42 And there came a certain a poor tion, and kingdom against kingdom: widow, and she threw in two b mites, and there shall be earthquakes in which make a farthing. divers places, and there shall be 43 And he called unto him his dis- famines and troubles: these are the ciples, and saith unto them, Verily I beginnings of sorrows. say unto you, That this a poor widow 9 ¶ But take heed to yourselves: for hath cast more in, than all they they shall deliver you up to coun- which have cast into the treasury: cils; and in the synagogues ye shall 44 For all they did cast in of their be beaten: and ye shall be brought a abundance; but she of her b want before rulers and a kings for my did c cast in d all that she had, even sake, for a testimony against them. all her living. 10 And the a gospel must first be b published among all nations. Chapter 13 11 But when they shall lead you, and deliver you up, take no thought Jesus tells of the calamities and signs beforehand what ye shall speak, nei- preceding the Second Coming—There ther do ye premeditate: but whatso- will be false Christs and false proph- ever shall be given you in that hour, ets—He gives the parable of the fig tree. that a speak ye: for it is not ye that a And as he went out of the temple, speak, but the b Holy Ghost. one of his disciples saith unto him, 12 Now the brother shall betray Master, see what manner of stones the brother to death, and the father and what buildings are here! the son; and children shall rise up 2 And Jesus answering said unto against their parents, and shall cause him, Seest thou these great build- them to be put to death. ings? there shall not be left one 13 And ye shall be a hated of all stone upon another, that shall not men for my name’s sake: but he that be thrown down. shall bendure unto the end, the same 3 And as he sat upon the mount shall be saved. of Olives over against the temple, 14 ¶ But when ye shall see the Peter and James and John and An- abomination of desolation, spoken drew asked him privately, of by Daniel the prophet, standing 4 Tell us, when shall these things where it ought not, (let him that read- be? and what shall be the a sign when eth understand,) then let them that all these things shall be fulfilled? be in Judæa flee to the mountains: 40 a tg Damnation. jst Matthew 24. See 3 Ne. 20:40; 42 a tg Poor. Pearl of Great Price, D&C 19:29. b Deut. 16:17. JS—M. 11 a Matt. 10:19 (19–20). 43 a tg Almsgiving. 4 a tg Signs. b tg Holy Ghost, 44 a tg Treasure. 6 a Matt. 24:5. Mission of. b 2 Cor. 8:2 (2–12). 8 a 1 Ne. 14:15; 13 a 1 Ne. 11:34. c Mosiah 4:24 (16–27). D&C 87:6. b Matt. 10:22 (22–33); d tg Generosity. 9 a tg Kings, Earthly. 3 Ne. 15:9. 13 1 a The text of jst Mark 13 10 a tg Gospel. is the same as b 1 Ne. 13:37; 1265 Mark 13:15–14:2 15 And let him that is on the house- and putteth forth leaves, ye know top not go down into the house, nei- that summer is near: ther enter therein, to take any thing 29 So ye in like manner, when ye out of his house: shall see these things come to pass, 16 And let him that is in the field know that it is nigh, even at the doors. not turn back again for to take up 30 Verily I say unto you, that this his garment. a generation shall not pass, till all 17 But woe to them that are with these things be done. child, and to them that give suck 31 Heaven and earth shall pass in those days! away: but my a words shall not 18 And pray ye that your flight be pass away. not in the winter. 32 ¶ But of that a day and that hour 19 For in those days shall be a af- knoweth no man, no, not the angels fliction, such as was not from the which are in heaven, neither the beginning of the creation which Son, but the Father. God created unto this time, neither 33 Take ye heed, awatch and bpray: shall be. for ye know not when the time is. 20 And except that the Lord had 34 For the Son of man is as a man shortened those days, no f lesh taking a far journey, who left his should be saved: but for the a elect’s house, and gave a authority to his sake, whom he hath chosen, he hath servants, and to every man his work, shortened the days. and commanded the porter to watch. 21 And then if any man shall say 35 Watch ye therefore: for ye know to you, Lo, here is Christ; or, lo, he not when the master of the house is there; believe him not: cometh, at even, or at midnight, or at 22 For a false Christs and b false the cockcrowing, or in the morning: prophets shall rise, and shall shew 36 Lest coming suddenly he find c signs and wonders, to seduce, if it you a sleeping. were possible, even the elect. 37 And what I say unto you I say 23 But take ye heed: behold, I have unto all, Watch. foretold you all things. 24 ¶ But in those days, after that tribulation, the sun shall be dark- Chapter 14 ened, and the moon shall not give her light, Jesus is anointed with oil—He eats 25 And the a stars of heaven shall the Passover, institutes the sacrament, fall, and the powers that are in suffers in Gethsemane, and is betrayed heaven shall be shaken. by Judas—Jesus is falsely accused, and 26 And then shall they see the aSon Peter denies that he knows Him. of man coming in the clouds with After two days was the feast of great power and glory. the passover, and of unleavened 27 And then shall he send his bread: and the chief priests and angels, and shall gather together the a scribes sought how they might his elect from the four winds, from take him by craft, and put him to the uttermost part of the earth to the b death. uttermost part of heaven. 2 But they said, Not on the feast 28 Now learn a parable of the a fig day, lest there be an uproar of the tree; When her branch is yet tender, people. 19 a tg Affliction. 28 a D&C 45:37. b tg Prayer. 20 a D&C 29:7; 84:34. 30 a D&C 45:21. 34 a tg Authority. 22 a tg False Christs. 31 a D&C 64:31. 36 a tg Procrastination; b tg False Prophets. 32 a tg Day of the Lord. Sleep. c tg Signs. 33 a See jst Luke 12:41–57 14 1 a tg Scribe. 25 a tg World, End of. (Appendix). b Matt. 26:4 (2–5); 26 a tg Jesus Christ, D&C 45:44. Luke 22:2 (1–2). Son of Man. tg Watch. Mark 14:3–27 1266 3 ¶ And being in Bethany in the in, say ye to the goodman of the house of Simon the leper, as he sat at house, The Master saith, Where is meat, there came a woman having an the guestchamber, where I shall eat alabaster box of ointment of spike- the passover with my disciples? nard very precious; and she brake 15 And he will shew you a large the box, and poured it on his head. upper room furnished and prepared: 4 And there were some that had there make ready for us. indignation within themselves, and 16 And his disciples went forth, said, Why was this a waste of the and came into the city, and found ointment made? as he had said unto them: and they 5 For it might have been sold for made ready the passover. more than three hundred pence, 17 And in the evening he cometh and have been given to the poor. with the twelve. And they murmured against her. 18 And as they sat and did eat, 6 And Jesus said, Let her alone; why Jesus said, Verily I say unto you, trouble ye her? she hath wrought a One of you which eateth with me good work on me. shall betray me. 7 For ye have the a poor with you 19 And they began to be sorrowful, always, and whensoever ye will ye and to say unto him one by one, Is may do them good: but me ye have it I? and another said, Is it I? not always. 20 And he answered and said unto 8 She hath done what she could: them, It is one of the twelve, that a she is come aforehand to anoint dippeth with me in the dish. my body to the burying. 21 The Son of man indeed goeth, 9 Verily I say unto you, Whereso- as it is written of him: but woe to ever this gospel shall be preached that man by whom the Son of man throughout the whole world, this also is betrayed! good were it for that that a she hath done shall be spoken man if he had never been born. of for a memorial of her. 22 ¶ aAnd as they did eat, Jesus 10 ¶ And Judas Iscariot, one of the took b bread, and blessed, and brake twelve, went unto the chief priests, it, and gave to them, and said, Take, a to betray him unto them. eat: this is my c body. 11 And when they heard it, they 23 And he took the cup, and when were glad, and promised to give him he had given a thanks, he gave it to money. And he sought how he might them: and they all drank of it. conveniently betray him. 24 And he said unto them, This 12 ¶ And the first day of unleavened is my blood of the new testament, bread, when they killed the passover, which is shed for many. his disciples said unto him, Where 25 Verily I say unto you, I will wilt thou that we go and prepare a drink no more of the fruit of the that thou mayest eat the a passover? vine, until that day that I drink it 13 And he sendeth forth two of new in the kingdom of God. his a disciples, and saith unto them, 26 ¶ And when they had sung an Go ye into the city, and there shall hymn, they went out into the mount meet you a man bearing a pitcher of Olives. of water: follow him. 27 And Jesus saith unto them, All 14 And wheresoever he shall go ye shall be offended because of me 4 a D&C 117:4 (4–7). has come beforehand . . . 22 a jst Mark 14:20–26 7 a tg Poor. 9 a John 12:7 (7–8). (Appendix). 8 a jst Mark 14:8 . . . and 10 a jst Mark 14:31 . . . to b tg Bread, Unleavened; this which she has done betray Jesus unto them; Jesus Christ, Types of, unto me, shall be had in for he turned away from in Memory; Passover. remembrance in genera- him, and was offended c Luke 22:19; John 6:53. tions to come, whereso- because of his words. 23 a tg Thanksgiving. ever my gospel shall be 12 a tg Passover. 25 a Matt. 26:29; Luke 22:18; preached; for verily she 13 a Luke 22:8 (7–13). D&C 27:5. 1267 Mark 14:28–55 this night: for it is written, I will and take your rest: it is enough, the smite the a shepherd, and the sheep hour is come; behold, the Son of shall be scattered. man is betrayed into the hands of 28 But after that I am risen, I will sinners. go before you into Galilee. 42 Rise up, let us go; lo, he that 29 But Peter said unto him, Al- betrayeth me is at hand. though all shall be offended, yet 43 ¶ And immediately, while he will not I. yet spake, cometh Judas, one of the 30 And Jesus saith unto him, Verily twelve, and with him a great multi- I say unto thee, That this day, even tude with swords and staves, from in this night, before the cock crow the chief priests and the scribes and twice, thou shalt deny me thrice. the elders. 31 But he spake the more vehe- 44 And he that a betrayed him had mently, If I should die with thee, given them a token, saying, Whom- I will not deny thee in any wise. soever I shall kiss, that same is he; Likewise also said they all. take him, and lead him away safely. 32 aAnd they came to a place which 45 And as soon as he was come, he was named Gethsemane: and he goeth straightway to him, and saith, saith to his disciples, Sit ye here, Master, master; and kissed him. while I shall pray. 46 ¶ And they laid their hands on 33 And he taketh with him Peter him, and took him. and James and John, and began to be 47 And one of them that stood by a sore amazed, and to be bvery cheavy; drew a sword, and smote a servant 34 And saith unto them, My soul of the high priest, and cut off his ear. is exceeding sorrowful unto death: 48 And Jesus answered and said tarry ye here, and watch. unto them, Are ye come out, as 35 And he went forward a little, against a thief, with swords and and fell on the ground, and prayed with staves to take me? that, if it were possible, the hour 49 I was daily with you in the might pass from him. temple teaching, and ye took me not: 36 And he said, Abba, Father, all but the scriptures must be fulfilled. things are possible unto thee; a take 50 And they all forsook him, and away this bcup from me: nevertheless fled. not what I will, but what thou wilt. 51 And there followed him a cer- 37 And he cometh, and findeth tain young man, a having a linen them sleeping, and saith unto Peter, cloth cast about his naked body; and Simon, sleepest thou? couldest not the young men laid hold on him: thou watch one a hour? 52 And he left the linen cloth, and 38 aWatch ye and pray, lest ye enter fled from them naked. into b temptation. The spirit truly is 53 ¶ And they led Jesus away to ready, but the flesh is weak. the high priest: and with him were 39 And again he went away, and assembled all the chief priests and prayed, and spake the same words. the elders and the scribes. 40 And when he returned, he found 54 And Peter followed him afar them asleep again, (for their eyes off, even into the palace of the high were heavy,) neither wist they what priest: and he sat with the servants, to answer him. and warmed himself at the fire. 41 And he cometh the third time, 55 And the chief priests and all the and saith unto them, Sleep on now, council sought for witness against 27 a Zech. 13:7. in anguish. 38 a tg Watch. 32 a jst Mark 14:36–38 c Ps. 69:20. b D&C 20:33; 23:1; 31:12. (Appendix). 36 a 3 Ne. 11:11. 44 a tg Jesus Christ, 33 a gr amazed, awestruck, b Matt. 26:39 (36–46); Betrayal of. astonished. D&C 19:17 (13–20). 51 a jst Mark 14:57 . . . a b gr depressed, dejected, 37 a D&C 76:107; 122:8 (7–8). disciple, having . . . Mark 14:56–15:6 1268 Jesus to put him to a death; and not, neither understand I what thou found none. sayest. And he went out into the 56 For many bare a false witness porch; and the cock crew. against him, but their witness agreed 69 And a maid saw him again, and not together. began to say to them that stood by, 57 And there arose certain, and This is one of them. bare false witness against him, 70 And he denied it again. And a saying, little after, they that stood by said 58 We heard him say, I will de- again to Peter, Surely thou art one of stroy this a temple that is made them: for thou art a Galilæan, and with hands, and within three days thy speech agreeth thereto. I will build another made without 71 But he began to curse and to hands. swear, saying, I know not this man 59 But neither so did their witness of whom ye speak. agree together. 72 And the second time the cock 60 And the high priest stood up crew. And Peter called to mind in the midst, and asked Jesus, say- the word that Jesus said unto him, ing, Answerest thou nothing? what Before the cock crow twice, thou is it which these witness against shalt deny me thrice. And when he thee? thought thereon, he wept. 61 But he held his peace, and a an- swered nothing. Again the high Chapter 15 priest asked him, and said unto Pilate decrees the death of Jesus—Jesus him, Art thou the b Christ, the Son is mocked and crucified between two of the Blessed? 62 And Jesus said, I am: and ye shall thieves—He dies and is buried in the see the a Son of man sitting on the tomb of Joseph of Arimathæa. right hand of power, and coming in And straightway in the morning the clouds of heaven. the chief priests held a consultation 63 Then the high priest rent his with the elders and scribes and the clothes, and saith, What need we whole council, and bound Jesus, and any further witnesses? carried him away, and delivered him 64 Ye have heard the blasphemy: to Pilate. what think ye? And they all a con- 2 And a Pilate asked him, Art thou demned him to be b guilty of death. the King of the Jews? And he answer- 65 And some began to spit on him, ing said unto him, b Thou sayest it. and to cover his face, and to buffet 3 And the chief priests accused him, and to say unto him, Prophesy: him of many things: but he a an- and the servants did strike him with swered nothing. the palms of their hands. 4 And Pilate asked him again, 66 ¶ And as Peter was beneath in saying, Answerest thou nothing? the palace, there cometh one of the behold how many things they wit- maids of the high priest: ness against thee. 67 And when she saw Peter warm- 5 But Jesus yet answered nothing; ing himself, she looked upon him, so that Pilate marvelled. and said, And thou also wast with 6 Now at that feast he a released Jesus of Nazareth. unto them one prisoner, whomso- 68 But he denied, saying, I know ever they desired. 55 a tg Jesus Christ, Death of. Messiah. Trials of. 56 a tg Lying. 62 a tg Jesus Christ, b jst Mark 15:4 . . . I am, 58 a Matt. 26:61; 27:40; Son of Man. even as thou sayest. John 2:19 (18–22); 64 a tg Jesus Christ, 3 a Isa. 53:7 (7–8); Heb. 9:11. Trials of. Mosiah 14:7 (6–8). 61 a Isa. 53:7 (7–8). b tg Guilt. 6 a gr usually released. b tg Jesus Christ, 15 2 a tg Jesus Christ, 1269 Mark 15:7–35 7 And there was one named Bar­ of the country, the father of Alex- abbas, which lay bound with them ander and Rufus, to bear his cross. that had made insurrection with 22 And they bring him unto the him, who had committed murder place Golgotha, which is, being in- in the insurrection. terpreted, The place of a skull. 8 And the multitude crying aloud 23 And they gave him to drink began to desire him to do as he had wine mingled with myrrh: but he ever done unto them. received it not. 9 But Pilate answered them, say- 24 And when they had crucified ing, Will ye that I release unto you him, they parted his a garments, the a King of the Jews? casting lots upon them, what every 10 For he knew that the chief man should take. priests had delivered him for a envy. 25 And it was the third hour, and 11 But the chief priests moved the they crucified him. people, that he should rather release 26 And the superscription of his Barabbas unto them. accusation was written over, The 12 And Pilate answered and said King of the Jews. again unto them, What will ye then 27 And with him they crucify two that I shall do unto him whom ye a thieves; the one on his right hand, call the King of the Jews? and the other on his left. 13 And they cried out again, Cru- 28 And the scripture was afulfilled, cify him. which saith, And he was numbered 14 Then Pilate said unto them, with the transgressors. Why, what evil hath he done? And 29 And they that passed by railed they cried out the more exceedingly, on him, wagging their heads, and Crucify him. saying, Ah, thou that destroyest the 15 ¶ And so Pilate, willing to con- temple, and buildest it in three days, tent the people, released Barabbas 30 Save thyself, and come down unto them, and delivered Jesus, from the cross. when he had scourged him, to be 31 Likewise also the chief priests crucified. mocking said among themselves 16 And the soldiers led him away with the scribes, He saved others; into the hall, called Prætorium; and himself he cannot save. they call together the whole band. 32 Let Christ the King of Israel 17 And they clothed him with pur- descend now from the cross, that ple, and plaited a crown of a thorns, we may see and believe. And they and put it about his head, that were crucified with him a re- 18 And began to salute him, Hail, viled him. King of the Jews! 33 And when the sixth hour was 19 And they a smote him on the come, there was a darkness over the head with a reed, and did spit upon whole land until the ninth hour. him, and bowing their knees wor- 34 And at the ninth hour Jesus shipped him. cried with a loud voice, saying, 20 And when they had a mocked a Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani? which him, they took off the purple from is, being interpreted, My God, my him, and put his own clothes on God, why hast thou b forsaken me? him, and led him out to crucify him. 35 And some of them that stood by, 21 And they compel one Simon a when they heard it, said, Behold, he Cyrenian, who passed by, coming out calleth Elias. 9 a Luke 23:22 (17–25). 24 a Ps. 22:18. 34 a Aramaic: My God, my 10 a tg Envy. 27 a Mosiah 14:9. God, why hast thou 17 a tg Jesus Christ, 28 a Isa. 53:12. forsaken me? Trials of. 32 a tg Malice; b tg Jesus Christ, 19 a 1 Ne. 11:32. Reviling. Crucifixion of. 20 a tg Mocking. 33 a tg Darkness, Physical. Mark 15:36–16:11 1270 36 And one ran and filled a sponge Chapter 16 full of a vinegar, and put it on a reed, and gave him to drink, saying, Let Christ is risen—He appears to Mary alone; let us see whether Elias will Magdalene, then to others—He sends come to take him down. the Apostles to preach and promises 37 And Jesus cried with a loud that signs will follow faith—He ascends voice, and gave up the a ghost. into heaven. 38 And the veil of the temple was And when the sabbath was past, rent in twain from the top to the Mary Magdalene, and Mary the bottom. mother of James, and Salome, had 39 ¶ And when the centurion, bought sweet spices, that they might which stood over against him, saw come and anoint him. that he so cried out, and gave up the 2 And very early in the morning ghost, he said, Truly this man was the a first day of the week, they came the Son of God. unto the sepulchre at the b rising of 40 There were also women looking the sun. on afar off: among whom was Mary 3 And they said among themselves, Magdalene, and Mary the mother Who shall roll us away the stone of James the less and of Joses, and from the door of the sepulchre? Salome; 4 aAnd when they looked, they saw 41 (Who also, when he was in Gali­ that the stone was rolled away: for lee, followed him, and ministered it was very great. unto him;) and many other women 5 And entering into the sepulchre, which came up with him unto they saw a young man sitting on the Jerusalem. right side, a clothed in a long white 42 ¶ And now when the even was garment; and they were b affrighted. come, because it was the apreparation, 6 And he saith unto them, Be not that is, the day before the sabbath, affrighted: Ye seek Jesus of Nazareth, 43 Joseph of Arimathæa, an hon- which was crucified: he is a risen; he ourable a counsellor, which also is not here: behold the place where waited for the kingdom of God, they laid him. came, and went in boldly unto Pi- 7 But go your way, tell his disciples late, and b craved the body of Jesus. and Peter that he goeth before you 44 And Pilate marvelled if he were into Galilee: there shall ye see him, already dead: and calling unto him as he said unto you. the centurion, he asked him whether 8 And they went out quickly, and he had been any while dead. fled from the sepulchre; for they 45 And when he knew it of the cen- trembled and were amazed: neither turion, he gave the body to Joseph. said they any thing to any man; for 46 And he bought fine linen, and they were afraid. took him down, and wrapped him in 9 ¶ Now when Jesus was a risen the linen, and laid him in a a sepul- early the first day of the week, he chre which was hewn out of a rock, b appeared first to c Mary Magdalene, and rolled a stone unto the door of out of whom he had cast seven devils. the sepulchre. 10 And she went and told them 47 And Mary Magdalene and Mary that had been with him, as they the mother of Joses beheld where he mourned and wept. was laid. 11 And they, when they had heard 36 a Ps. 69:21. 16 2 a tg Jesus Christ, Types 6 a tg Immortality. 37 a tg Spirits, of, in Memory. 9 a tg Jesus Christ, Disembodied. b John 20:1. Resurrection. 42 a tg Passover. 4 a jst Mark 16:3–6 b tg Jesus Christ, 43 a tg Counselor. (Appendix). Appearances, b gr requested, desired. 5 a tg Clothing. Postmortal. 46 a Mosiah 14:9. b gr amazed, astonished. c Luke 8:2. 1271 MARK 16:12–LUKE 1:3 that he was alive, and had been seen tized shall be saved; but he that be- of her, believed not. lieveth not shall be c damned. 12 ¶ After that he appeared in 17 And these a signs shall b follow another form unto two of them, them that believe; In my cname shall as they walked, and went into the they d cast out e devils; they shall country. speak with new f tongues; 13 And they went and told it unto 18 They shall take up a serpents; the residue: neither believed they and if they drink any deadly thing, them. it shall not b hurt them; they shall 14 ¶ Afterward he appeared unto lay c hands on the d sick, and they the a eleven as they sat at meat, and shall recover. upbraided them with their b unbe- 19 ¶ So then after the a Lord had lief and c hardness of heart, because spoken unto them, he was received they believed not them which had up into heaven, and sat on the right seen him after he was risen. hand of God. 15 And he said unto them, Go ye 20 And they went forth, and into all the world, and a preach the preached every where, the Lord b gospel to every c creature. working with them, and confirming 16 He that a believeth and is b bap- the word with signs following. Amen. THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO ST LUKE CHAPTER 1 F ORASMUCH as b many have a taken in hand to set forth in Gabriel promises Zacharias that Elisa- order a declaration of those beth will bear a son, whom they will things c which are most surely be- name John—He also tells Mary that lieved among us, she will be the mother of the Son of 2 Even as they delivered them God—Mary visits Elisabeth and utters unto us, which from the beginning a psalm of praise—John the Baptist is were a eyewitnesses, and ministers born—Zacharias prophesies of John’s of the word; mission. 3 It seemed good to me also, having 14 a TG Apostles. c TG Damnation. 19 a TG Jesus Christ, Lord. b Matt. 14:31; Mark 4:40; 17 a D&C 84:65 (64–73). Luke 24:25. TG Holy Ghost, Gifts of; [LUKE] c TG Stiffnecked. Miracle; Signs. Title: JST entitles this book 15 a John 20:21 (19–31); b D&C 63:9. “The Testimony of Acts 6:4 (1–4); c TG Name. St. Luke.” D&C 66:5. d D&C 24:13; 35:9. 1 1 a JST Luke 1:1 As I am a TG Israel, Mission of. e TG Spirits, Evil or messenger of Jesus Christ, b TG Gospel. Unclean. and knowing that many c Acts 11:18 (1–18); f TG Language. have . . . D&C 68:8; 124:128. 18 a Acts 28:3. b 2 Tim. 4:13; TG Missionary Work. b TG Protection, Divine. 1 Ne. 13:26 (24–26). 16 a TG Baptism, Qualifica- c TG Administrations c GR which have been tions for; Faith. to the Sick; fulfilled. b TG Baptism; Hands, Laying on of. 2 a John 1:14; Baptism, Essential. d TG Heal. Acts 5:32; 26:16. Luke 1:4–23 1272 had perfect understanding of all 14 And thou shalt have joy and things from the very first, to write gladness; and many shall rejoice unto thee in order, most excellent at his birth. a Theophilus, 15 For he shall be great in the sight 4 That thou mightest a know the of the Lord, and shall drink neither certainty of those things, wherein a wine nor strong drink; and he shall thou hast been instructed. be bfilled with the cHoly Ghost, even a 5¶ T here was in the days of Herod, the king of Judæa, a certain priest named Zacharias, of the course of bAbia: and his wife was of the daughters of from his mother’s womb. 16 And many of the children of Israel shall he turn to the Lord their God. 17 And he shall go before him in Aaron, and her name was Elisabeth. the spirit and power of a Elias, to 6 And they were both righteous turn the hearts of the b fathers to the before God, walking in all the com- children, and the c disobedient to mandments and a ordinances of the the wisdom of the just; to make ready Lord blameless. a people d prepared for the Lord. 7 And they had no child, because 18 And Zacharias said unto the that Elisabeth was a barren, and angel, Whereby shall I a know this? they both were now well b stricken for I am an b old man, and my wife in years. well c stricken in years. 8 And it came to pass, that while 19 And the a angel answering said he executed the a priest’s office be- unto him, I am b Gabriel, that stand fore God in the order of his b course, in the presence of God; and am sent 9 According to the custom of the to speak unto thee, and to shew thee a priest’s office, his lot was to burn these glad tidings. incense when he went into the 20 And, behold, thou shalt be temple of the Lord. a dumb, and not able to speak, until 10 And the whole multitude of the the day that these things shall be people were praying without at the performed, because thou b believest time of incense. not my words, which shall be ful- 11 And there appeared unto him filled in their season. an angel of the Lord standing on 21 And the people waited for the right side of the altar of incense. Zacha­rias, and marvelled that he 12 And when Zacharias saw him, tarried so long in the temple. he was troubled, and fear fell upon 22 And when he came out, he could him. not speak unto them: and they per- 13 But the angel said unto him, ceived that he had seen a vision in a Fear not, Zacharias: for thy prayer is the temple: for he beckoned unto heard; and thy wife Elisabeth shall them, and remained speechless. bear thee a b son, and thou shalt call 23 And it came to pass, that, as his name John. soon as the a days of his ministration 3 a Acts 1:1. 9 a Lev. 7:35. c tg Disobedience. 4 a John 20:31 (30–31); 13 a Dan. 10:12. d Luke 1:76. 1 Ne. 6:4. b tg Foreordination. 18 a Gen. 15:8 (7–9). 5 a tg Priesthood, Aaronic. 15 a Num. 6:3 (2–8); b Gen. 18:13. b 1 Chr. 24:10 (5, 10, 19); D&C 89:7 (5, 7). c gr advanced. Neh. 12:4. b D&C 84:27. 19 a tg Angels. 6 a tg Ordinance. c tg Holy Ghost, Gift of; b Dan. 8:16; 7 a tg Barren. Holy Ghost, Mission of. D&C 27:7; 128:21. b gr advanced. 17 a This is the Greek form 20 a Dan. 10:15; 8 a tg Priest, Aaronic of the Hebrew name, Mosiah 27:19; Priesthood. Elijah. Matt. 11:14; Alma 30:49 (47–52). bd Priests. D&C 27:7 (6–8). b Luke 12:29; 24:25; b jst Luke 1:8 . . . b tg Salvation for the Morm. 9:11 (9–11, 27). priesthood, Dead. 23 a Lev. 8:33. 1273 Luke 1:24–47 were accomplished, he departed to the Highest shall overshadow thee: his own house. therefore also that holy thing which 24 And after those days his wife shall be born of thee shall be called Elisabeth conceived, and hid her- the b Son of God. self five months, saying, 36 And, behold, thy a cousin Elisa- 25 Thus hath the Lord dealt with beth, she hath also conceived a son me in the days wherein he looked in her b old age: and this is the sixth on me, to take away my a reproach month with her, who was called among men. barren. 26 And in the sixth month the a an- 37 For with God nothing shall be gel Gabriel was sent from God unto a impossible. a city of Galilee, named Nazareth, 38 And Mary said, Behold the 27 To a a virgin espoused to a man handmaid of the Lord; be it unto whose name was Joseph, of the me according to thy word. And the house of David; and the virgin’s angel departed from her. name was Mary. 39 And Mary arose in those days, 28 And the angel came in unto her, and went into the hill country with and said, Hail, thou that art highly haste, into a city of Juda; favoured, the Lord is with thee: 40 And entered into the house of blessed art thou among a women. Zacharias, and a saluted Elisabeth. 29 And when she saw him, she was 41 And it came to pass, that, when troubled at his saying, and cast in Elisabeth heard the salutation of her mind what manner of saluta- Mary, the babe leaped in her womb; tion this should be. and Elisabeth was a filled with the 30 And the angel said unto her, Holy Ghost: a Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found 42 And she spake out with a loud favour with God. voice, and said, Blessed art thou 31 And, behold, thou shalt conceive among a women, and blessed is the in thy womb, and bring forth a son, fruit of thy womb. and shalt call his name a Jesus. 43 And a whence is this to me, that 32 He shall be great, and shall be the mother of my Lord should come called the a Son of the Highest: and to me? the Lord God shall give unto him 44 For, lo, as soon as the voice of the b throne of his father c David: thy salutation sounded in mine ears, 33 And he shall a reign over the the babe leaped in my womb for joy. house of Jacob for ever; and of his 45 And blessed is she that believed: kingdom there shall be no b end. for there shall be a performance of 34 Then said Mary unto the angel, those things which were told her How shall this be, seeing I a know from the Lord. not a man? 46 And Mary a said, My soul doth 35 And the angel answered and b magnify the Lord, said unto her, The a Holy Ghost shall 47 And my spirit hath a rejoiced in come upon thee, and the power of God my b Saviour. 25 a tg Barren; c tg Jesus Christ, Davidic b tg Old Age. Reproach. Descent of. 37 a Gen. 18:14; 26 a Moro. 7:29 (29–32). 33 a Micah 4:7. Rom. 4:21. 27 a 1 Ne. 11:13. tg Jesus Christ, tg God, Power of. 28 a tg Woman. Mission of. 40 a gr greeted. 30 a tg Courage; b 2 Sam. 7:16; 41 a tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of. Fearful. Isa. 9:7 (6–7). 42 a tg Woman. 31 a tg Jesus Christ, Birth of. 34 a 1 Ne. 11:18 (15–20); 43 a gr how. 32 a tg Godhead; Alma 7:10 (7–12). 46 a tg Singing. Jesus Christ, Divine 35 a Matt. 1:20. b 1 Sam. 2:1 (1–10). Sonship. b 2 Cor. 1:19. 47 a tg Thanksgiving. b tg Jesus Christ, 36 a gr relative (not b tg Jesus Christ, Savior; Millennial Reign. necessarily a cousin). Salvation. Luke 1:48–76 1274 48 For he hath regarded the low 62 And they made signs to his estate of his a handmaiden: for, be- father, how he would have him hold, from henceforth all genera- called. tions shall call me b blessed. 63 And he asked for a a writing ta- 49 For he that is mighty hath done ble, and wrote, saying, His name is to me great a things; and b holy is John. And they marvelled all. his name. 64 And his mouth was opened im- 50 And his mercy is on them that mediately, and his tongue loosed, and fear him from generation to gen- he spake, and praised God. eration. 65 And fear came on all that dwelt 51 He hath shewed strength with round about them: and all these say- his arm; he hath scattered the ings were a noised abroad through- a proud in the imagination of their out all the hill country of Judæa. hearts. 66 And all they that heard them laid 52 He hath put down the mighty them up in their hearts, saying, What from their seats, and exalted them manner of child shall this be! And of a low degree. the hand of the Lord was with him. 53 He hath filled the hungry with 67 And his father Zacharias was good things; and the rich he hath filled with the Holy Ghost, and sent empty away. a prophesied, saying, 54 He hath a holpen his servant Is- 68 a Blessed be the Lord God of rael, in remembrance of his mercy; Israel; for he hath b visited and 55 As he spake to our a fathers, to c redeemed his people, Abraham, and to his b seed for ever. 69 And hath raised up an horn of 56 And Mary abode with her about salvation for us in the house of his three months, and returned to her servant David; own house. 70 As he a spake by the mouth of 57 Now Elisabeth’s full time came his holy bprophets, which have been that she should be delivered; and since the world began: she brought forth a son. 71 That we should be saved from 58 And her neighbours and her our enemies, and from the hand of a cousins heard how the Lord had all that hate us; shewed great b mercy upon her; and 72 To perform the mercy a promised they rejoiced with her. to our fathers, and to remember his 59 And it came to pass, that on holy b covenant; the a eighth day they came to b cir- 73 The a oath which he sware to cumcise the child; and they called our b father Abraham, him Zacharias, after the name of 74 That he would grant unto us, his father. that we being delivered out of the 60 And his mother answered and hand of our enemies might serve said, Not so; but he shall be called him without a fear, John. 75 In a holiness and righteousness 61 And they said unto her, There before him, all the days of our life. is none of thy kindred that is called 76 And thou, child, shalt be called by this name. the prophet of the Highest: for thou 48 a 1 Sam. 1:11. b tg Seed of Abraham. Redeemer. b Ps. 72:17; 58 a gr relatives. 70 a tg Prophets, Mission of. Luke 11:27 (27–28). b tg God, Mercy of. b tg Jesus Christ, 49 a Ps. 126:2. 59 a D&C 84:28 (27–28). Prophecies about. b Ps. 99:3; Isa. 57:15. b tg Circumcision. 72 a Micah 7:20; 51 a Ex. 18:11. 63 a ie writing tablet. Luke 1:55 (54–55). 52 a Ezek. 21:26. 65 a gr discussed. b tg Covenants. 54 a or helped. 67 a tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of. 73 a tg Oath; Vow. 55 a Ps. 132:11; Micah 7:20; 68 a tg Thanksgiving. b tg Family, Patriarchal. Luke 1:72; b Luke 7:16. 74 a Philip. 1:14 (12–17). Gal. 3:16. c tg Jesus Christ, 75 a tg Holiness. 1275 Luke 1:77–2:17 shalt go before the face of the Lord 7 And she brought forth her a first- to a prepare his ways; born son, and wrapped him in 77 To give a knowledge of salvation swaddling clothes, and laid him unto his people by the b remission in a manger; because there was no of their sins, room for them in the b inn. 78 Through the a tender mercy of 8 And there were in the same coun- our God; whereby the b dayspring try shepherds abiding in the field, from on high hath visited us, keeping watch over their flock by 79 To give a light to them that sit night. in b darkness and in the shadow of 9 And, lo, the angel of the Lord c death, to guide our feet into the came upon them, and the a glory of way of peace. the Lord shone round about them: 80 And the child grew, and waxed and they were sore afraid. strong in spirit, and was in the 10 And the angel said unto them, deserts till the day of his shewing Fear not: for, behold, I bring you unto Israel. a good tidings of great b joy, which shall be to all people. Chapter 2 11 For unto you is aborn this day in Heavenly messengers herald the birth the city of David a b Saviour, which of Jesus in Bethlehem—He is circum- is Christ the c Lord. cised, and Simeon and Anna prophesy 12 And this shall be a a sign unto of His mission—At twelve years of age, you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped He goes about His Father’s business. in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. And it came to pass in those days, 13 And suddenly there was with that there went out a decree from the angel a multitude of the heav- Cæsar Augustus, that all a the world enly host praising God, and saying, should be b taxed. 14 a Glory to God in the highest, 2 (And this a taxing was first made and on earth b peace, good will to- when Cyrenius was governor of ward men. Syria.) 15 And it came to pass, as the an- 3 And all went to be taxed, every gels were gone away from them into one into his own city. heaven, the shepherds said one to 4 And Joseph also went up from another, Let us now go even unto Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, Bethlehem, and see this thing which into Judæa, unto the city of David, is come to pass, which the Lord hath which is called a Bethlehem; (be- made known unto us. cause he was of the house and lin- 16 And they came with a haste, and eage of David:) found Mary, and Joseph, and the 5 To be taxed with Mary his a es- babe lying in a manger. poused wife, being great with child. 17 And when they had seen it, 6 And so it was, that, while they they made known abroad the saying were there, the days were accom- which was told them concerning plished that she should be delivered. this child. 76 a Luke 1:17. 138:50 (50–51). b jst Luke 2:7 . . . inns. 77 a Luke 11:52. 2 1 a jst Luke 2:1 . . . his 9 a tg God, Glory of. b tg Remission of Sins. empire should be taxed. 10 a tg Gospel. 78 a 1 Ne. 1:20. b gr enrolled, registered b tg Joy. b gr dawn; see Mal. 4:2. (also vv. 3, 5). 11 a tg Jesus Christ, 79 a tg Jesus Christ, 2 a gr enrollment. Birth of. Light of the World; 4 a 1 Sam. 16:1; b tg Jesus Christ, Savior. Jesus Christ, Micah 5:2 (1–2); c tg Jesus Christ, Lord. Prophecies about. John 7:42 (41–44); 12 a tg Signs. b 1 Pet. 3:19 (18–20). Alma 7:10. 14 a Luke 19:38. tg Darkness, Spiritual. 5 a Matt. 1:24 (20–25). b tg Peace. c D&C 45:17 (16–17); 7 a tg Firstborn. 16 a tg Haste. Luke 2:18–42 1276 18 And all they that heard it a won- 30 For mine eyes have seen thy dered at those things which were a salvation, told them by the shepherds. 31 Which thou hast prepared be- 19 But Mary kept all these things, fore the face of all people; and a pondered them in her heart. 32 A a light b to lighten the Gentiles, 20 And the shepherds returned, and the glory of thy people Israel. glorifying and praising God for all 33 And Joseph and his mother mar- the things that they had heard and velled at those things which were seen, as it was told unto them. spoken of him. 21 And when eight days were ac- 34 And Simeon blessed them, and complished for the a circumcising said unto Mary his mother, Behold, of the child, his name was called this child is a set for the b fall and b Jesus, which was so c named of rising again of many in Israel; and the angel before he was conceived for a sign which shall be spoken in the womb. against; 22 And when the days of her a pu- 35 (Yea, a sword shall a pierce rification according to the law of through thy own soul also,) that the Moses were accomplished, they thoughts of many hearts may be brought him to Jerusalem, to pre­ revealed. sent him to the Lord; 36 And there was one Anna, 23 (As it is written in the law of a a prophetess, the daughter of the Lord, Every male that openeth Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser: she the a womb shall be called holy was of a great age, and had lived to the Lord;) with an husband seven years from 24 And to offer a sacrifice accord- her virginity; ing to that which is said in the law 37 And she was a widow of about of the Lord, A pair of a turtledoves, fourscore and four years, which or two young pigeons. departed not from the temple, 25 And, behold, there was a man but served God with a fastings and in Jerusalem, whose name was Sim- prayers night and day. eon; and the same man was just and 38 And she coming in that in- devout, waiting for the consolation stant gave thanks likewise unto of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was the Lord, and spake of him to all upon him. them that looked for aredemption in 26 And it was revealed unto him Jerusalem. by the Holy Ghost, that he should 39 And when they had performed not see death, before he had seen all things according to the law of the Lord’s Christ. the Lord, they returned into Galilee, 27 And he came by the Spirit into to their own city Nazareth. the temple: and when the parents 40 And the child grew, and awaxed brought in the child Jesus, to do for strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: him after the custom of the law, and the b grace of God was upon 28 Then took he him up in his arms, him. and blessed God, and said, 41 Now his parents went to Jeru- 29 Lord, now lettest thou thy ser- salem every year at the a feast of vant depart in peace, according to the passover. thy word: 42 And when he was twelve years 18 a or marveled. 32 a tg Jesus Christ, Light of 36 a tg Woman. 19 a tg Meditation. the World. 37 a tg Fast, Fasting. 21 a tg Circumcision. b gr for revelation to. 38 a D&C 29:42. b Matt. 1:21. 34 a or appointed. 40 a or became. c tg Jesus Christ, b Isa. 8:14 (13–15); See jst Matt. 3:24–26 Prophecies about. Matt. 21:44 (43–45); (Appendix). 22 a tg Purification. Rom. 9:32 (28–33); b tg Grace. 23 a Ex. 13:2; 34:19. 2 Ne. 18:14; 41 a Deut. 16:1. 24 a Lev. 1:14; 5:7. Alma 11:40 (40–41). 30 a Ps. 67:2. 35 a John 19:25. 1277 Luke 2:43–3:8 old, they went up to Jerusalem after Chapter 3 the custom of the feast. 43 And when they had fulfilled John the Baptist preaches and baptizes— the days, as they returned, the child Jesus is baptized, and God acclaims Him Jesus tarried behind in Jerusalem; as His Son—Jesus’ genealogy back to and Joseph and his mother knew Adam is given. not of it. Now in the fifteenth year of the 44 But they, supposing him to have reign of Tiberius Cæsar, Pontius Pi- been in the company, went a day’s late being governor of Judæa, and journey; and they sought him among a Herod being tetrarch of Galilee, their kinsfolk and acquaintance. and his brother Philip tetrarch of 45 And when they found him not, Ituræa and of the region of Tracho­ they turned back again to Jerusa- nitis, and Lysanias the tetrarch of lem, seeking him. Abilene, 46 And it came to pass, that after 2 aAnnas and Caiaphas being the three days they found him in the b high priests, the word of God came a temple, sitting in the midst of the unto John the son of Zacharias in b doctors, c both hearing them, and the wilderness. d asking them questions. 3 And he came into all the country 47 And all that heard him were about Jordan, preaching the a bap- astonished at his a understanding tism of repentance for the b remis- and answers. sion of sins; 48 And when they saw him, they 4 aAs it is written in the book of were amazed: and his mother said the words of Esaias the prophet, unto him, Son, why hast thou thus saying, The b voice of one crying in dealt with us? behold, thy father the wilderness, Prepare ye the way and I have sought thee sorrowing. of the Lord, make his paths straight. 49 And he said unto them, How is 5 Every a valley shall be filled, and it that ye sought me? a wist ye not every mountain and hill shall be that I must be about my b Father’s brought low; and the crooked shall business? be made straight, and the rough 50 And they understood not the ways shall be made smooth; saying which he spake unto them. 6 And all flesh shall see the a sal- 51 And he went down with vation of God. them, and came to Nazareth, and 7 Then said he to the multitude was a subject unto them: but his that came forth to be baptized of mother kept all these sayings in her him, O a generation of vipers, who b heart. hath warned you to flee from the 52 And Jesus aincreased in bwisdom wrath to come? and stature, and in c favour with 8 Bring forth therefore a fruits God and man. b worthy of c repentance, and begin 46 a tg Temple. b tg Heart. b Matt. 3:3; b gr teachers. 52 a 1 Sam. 2:26; 3:19. Mark 1:3; c jst Luke 2:46 . . . and b tg God, Wisdom of; John 1:23; they were hearing Study. D&C 84:28 (26–28); him, and asking him c D&C 93:13 (12–14). JS—H 1:72 (70–73). questions. tg Jesus Christ, 5 a Isa. 40:4; d John 7:15 (14–15). Relationships with the Hel. 14:23; 47 a tg Understanding. Father. D&C 109:74. 49 a or knew. 3 1 a Luke 9:7. 6 a tg Salvation. b John 4:34; 6:39 (38–39). 2 a John 18:13 (13–24). 7 a gr offspring. tg God the Father, b tg Priesthood, Aaronic. 8 a Alma 13:13 (10–13). Elohim. 3 a tg Baptism. tg Baptism, 51 a tg Family, Children, b tg Remission of Sins. Qualifications for. Duties of; 4 a jst Luke 3:4–11 b tg Worthiness. Self-Mastery. (Appendix). c tg Repent. Luke 3:9–27 1278 not to say within yourselves, d We and will gather the wheat into his have eAbraham to our father: for I b garner; but the c chaff he will burn say unto you, That God is able of with fire unquenchable. these stones to raise up children unto 18 And many other things in his Abraham. exhortation preached he unto the 9 And now also the a axe is laid people. unto the root of the trees: every tree 19 But a Herod the tetrarch, being therefore which bringeth not forth reproved by him for Herodias his good b fruit is hewn down, and cast brother Philip’s wife, and for all the into the fire. evils which Herod had done, 10 And the people asked him, say- 20 Added yet this above all, that ing, What shall we do then? he shut up John in prison. 11 He answereth and saith unto 21 Now when all the people were them, He that hath two a coats, let baptized, it came to pass, that Jesus him b impart to him that hath none; also being a baptized, and praying, and he that hath meat, let him do the heaven was opened, likewise. 22 And the a Holy Ghost descended 12 Then came also a publicans to in a bodily shape like a b dove upon be baptized, and said unto him, him, and a voice came from heaven, Master, what shall we do? which said, Thou art my beloved 13 aAnd he said unto them, Exact Son; in thee I am well pleased. no more than that which is ap- 23 And aJesus himself began to be pointed you. about b thirty years of age, being (as 14 And the soldiers likewise de- was supposed) the son of c Joseph, manded of him, saying, And what which was the son of Heli, shall we do? And he said unto them, 24 Which was the son of Matthat, Do violence to no man, neither ac- which was the son of Levi, which cuse any a falsely; and be b content was the son of Melchi, which was with your c wages. the son of Janna, which was the son 15 And as the people were in ex- of Joseph, pectation, and all men a mused in 25 Which was the son of Mattathias, their hearts of b John, whether he which was the son of Amos, which were the Christ, or not; was the son of Naum, which was 16 John answered, saying unto them the son of Esli, which was the son of all, I indeed baptize you with wa- Nagge, ter; but one mightier than I cometh, 26 Which was the son of Maath, the latchet of whose shoes I am not which was the son of Mattathias, worthy to unloose: he shall a bap- which was the son of Semei, which tize you with the Holy Ghost and was the son of Joseph, which was the with fire: son of Juda, 17 Whose a fan is in his hand, and 27 Which was the son of Joanna, he will throughly purge his floor, which was the son of Rhesa, which 8 d jst Luke 3:13 . . . D&C 104:18 (14–18). 17 a or winnowing fork. Abraham is our father; b James 2:16 (14–17); b gr storehouse, granary. we have kept the 1 Jn. 3:17 (14–23). c 2 Ne. 15:24; commandments of God, tg Generosity. Mosiah 7:30 (29–31). and none can inherit the 12 a Matt. 21:32 (28–32); 19 a Luke 13:31 (31–34). promises but the children of Luke 7:29 (28–30). 21 a tg Baptism, Essential; Abraham; for I say . . . 13 a jst Luke 3:19–20 Jesus Christ, Baptism of. e tg Abrahamic Covenant. (Appendix). 22 a tg Godhead. 9 a Alma 5:52 (51–52); 14 a gr for extortion. b tg Holy Ghost, Dove, D&C 97:7. b tg Contentment. Sign of. b Matt. 7:19 (15–20); c tg Wages. 23 a tg Jesus Christ, Davidic John 15:2 (1–6); 15 a tg Meditation. Descent of. Jacob 5:46 (1–77). b John 1:19 (19–27). b Num. 4:3 (3, 47). 11 a Mosiah 4:16; 16 a tg Holy Ghost, Gift of. c Matt. 1:16. 1279 Luke 3:28–4:7 was the son of Zorobabel, which was was the son of Noe, which was the the son of Salathiel, which was the son of Lamech, son of Neri, 37 Which was the son of Mathusala, 28 Which was the son of Melchi, which was the son of Enoch, which which was the son of Addi, which was the son of Jared, which was the was the son of Cosam, which was son of Maleleel, which was the son the son of Elmodam, which was the of Cainan, son of Er, 38 Which was the a son of Enos, 29 Which was the son of Jose, which which was the son of Seth, which was the son of Eliezer, which was the was the son of bAdam, c which was son of Jorim, which was the son of the d son of God. Matthat, which was the son of Levi, 30 Which was the son of Simeon, Chapter 4 which was the son of Juda, which Jesus fasts forty days and is tempted by was the son of Joseph, which was the devil—Jesus announces His divine the son of Jonan, which was the son sonship in Nazareth and is rejected—He of Eliakim, casts out a devil in Capernaum, heals 31 Which was the son of Melea, Peter’s mother-in-law, and preaches and which was the son of Menan, which heals throughout Galilee. was the son of Mattatha, which was the son of Nathan, which was the And Jesus being full of the Holy son of David, Ghost returned from Jordan, and was 32 Which was the son of Jesse, a led by the Spirit into the wilderness, which was the son of Obed, which 2 aBeing forty days btempted of the was the son of Booz, which was the c devil. And in those days he did eat son of Salmon, which was the son nothing: and when they were ended, of Naasson, he afterward hungered. 33 Which was the son of Amina- 3 And the devil said unto him, If dab, which was the son of Aram, thou be the Son of God, command which was the son of Esrom, which this stone that it be made bread. was the son of a Phares, which was 4 And Jesus answered him, saying, the son of bJuda, It is written, That a man shall not 34 Which was the son of Jacob, live by bread alone, but by every which was the son of Isaac, which word of God. was the son of aAbraham, which was 5 aAnd the devil, taking him up the son of Thara, which was the son into an high mountain, shewed unto of Nachor, him all the kingdoms of the world 35 Which was the son of Saruch, in a moment of time. which was the son of Ragau, which 6 And the devil said unto him, All was the son of Phalec, which was this a power will I give thee, and the the son of Heber, which was the son glory of them: for that is delivered of Sala, unto me; and to whomsoever I will 36 Which was the son of Cainan, I give it. which was the son of Arphaxad, 7 If thou therefore wilt worship which was the son of a Sem, which me, all shall be thine. 33 a Gen. 38:29 (1–30); the earth. b Mosiah 15:5 (4–7); Ruth 4:18 (18–22). d Moses 6:22. D&C 62:1; b tg Israel, Judah, tg Man, Physical Moses 7:24 (24–27). People of. Creation of. c tg Devil. 34 a Gen. 11:26 (10–26). 4 1 a Ezek. 37:1 (1–2). 4 a Deut. 8:3. 36 a Gen. 5:32 (3–32). tg Holy Ghost, 5 a jst Luke 4:5 And the 38 a tg Family, Patriarchal. Mission of. Spirit taketh him up b tg Adam. 2 a jst Luke 4:2 And after into a high mountain, c jst Luke 3:45 . . . who forty days, the devil and he beheld all the was formed of God, came unto him, to tempt kingdoms . . . and the first man upon him. And in those . . . 6 a Rev. 13:2. Luke 4:8–27 1280 8 And Jesus answered and said unto kenhearted, to f preach g deliverance him, Get thee behind me, Satan: for to the h captives, and recovering of it is written, Thou shalt aworship the sight to the blind, to set at i liberty Lord thy God, and him only shalt them that are bruised, thou b serve. 19 a To preach the acceptable year 9 aAnd he brought him to Jerusa- of the Lord. lem, and set him on a pinnacle of 20 And he closed the book, and he the temple, and said unto him, If gave it again to the minister, and thou be the Son of God, cast thyself sat down. And the eyes of all them down from hence: that were in the synagogue were 10 For it is written, He shall give his fastened on him. a angels charge over thee, to keep thee: 21 And he began to say unto them, 11 And in their hands they shall This day is this scripture a fulfilled bear thee up, lest at any time thou in your ears. dash thy foot against a stone. 22 And all bare him witness, and 12 And Jesus answering said unto a wondered at the b gracious words him, It is said, Thou shalt not atempt which proceeded out of his mouth. the Lord thy God. And they said, Is not this cJoseph’s 13 And when the devil had ended son? all the temptation, he departed from 23 And he said unto them, Ye will him for a season. surely say unto me this proverb, 14 ¶ And Jesus returned in the Physician, heal thyself: whatsoever a power of the Spirit into b Galilee: we have heard done in aCapernaum, and there went out a fame of him b do also here in thy country. through all the region round about. 24 And he said, Verily I say unto 15 And he taught in their syna- you, No prophet is a accepted in his gogues, being glorified of all. own country. 16 ¶ And he came to Nazareth, 25 But I tell you of a truth, many where he had been brought up: and, a widows were in Israel in the days as his custom was, he went into the of b Elias, when the heaven was synagogue on the sabbath day, and shut up three years and six months, stood up for to read. when great famine was throughout 17 And there was delivered unto him all the land; the book of the prophet Esaias. And 26 But unto none of them was Elias when he had opened the book, he sent, save unto Sarepta, a city of Si- found the place where it was written, don, unto a woman that was a widow. 18 The a Spirit of the Lord is upon 27 And many alepers were in Israel me, because he hath b anointed me in the time of Eliseus the prophet; to c preach the d gospel to the e poor; and none of them was b cleansed, he hath sent me to heal the bro- saving Naaman the Syrian. 8 a tg Worship. c tg Teaching. Prophecies about. b tg Commitment. d D&C 137:7. 22 a or marveled. 9 a jst Luke 4:9 And the tg Gospel. b Ps. 45:2. Spirit brought him to e tg Poor. c John 6:42. Jerusalem, and set him f tg Jesus Christ, 23 a John 4:46 (43–54). on a pinnacle of the Mission of; b Matt. 13:58. temple. And the devil Preaching. 24 a tg Prophets, came unto him, and g gr remission. Rejection of. said . . . tg Deliver; 25 a 1 Kgs. 17:9 (1, 8–10). 10 a Ps. 91:11 (11–12). Remission of Sins. tg Widows. 12 a Deut. 6:16. h D&C 138:8 (5–10). b ie Elijah. 14 a tg Jesus Christ, Power of. tg Bondage, Spiritual; 1 Kgs. 17:1; b Matt. 4:12. Salvation for the Dead; Matt. 17:3 (1–4); 18 a Isa. 61:1 (1–2). Spirits in Prison. D&C 110:13 (13–16). tg God, Spirit of. i tg Liberty. 27 a tg Leprosy. b tg Anointing; 19 a John 12:47. b 2 Kgs. 5:14. Jesus Christ, Messiah. 21 a tg Jesus Christ, 1281 Luke 4:28–5:5 28 And all they in the synagogue, ting, all they that had any sick when they heard these things, were with a divers diseases brought them filled with wrath, unto him; and he b laid his c hands 29 And rose up, and thrust him on every one of them, and healed out of the city, and led him unto them. the brow of the hill whereon their 41 And devils also came out of city was built, that they might cast many, crying out, and saying, Thou him down headlong. art a Christ the Son of God. And he 30 But he a passing through the rebuking them suffered them not to midst of them went his way, speak: for they knew that he was 31 And came down to Capernaum, Christ. a city of Galilee, and taught them 42 And when it was day, he a de- on the sabbath days. parted and went into a bdesert place: 32 And they were astonished at and the people sought him, and came his doctrine: for his word was with unto him, and c stayed him, that he a power. should not depart from them. 33 ¶ And in the synagogue there 43 And he said unto them, I must was a man, which had a spirit of an a preach the kingdom of God to other unclean devil, and cried out with cities also: for therefore am I b sent. a loud voice, 44 And he preached in the syna- 34 Saying, Let us alone; what have gogues of a Galilee. we to do with thee, thou Jesus of Nazareth? art thou come to destroy Chapter 5 us? I know thee who thou art; the Peter, the fisherman, is called to catch Holy One of God. men—Jesus heals a leper—He forgives 35 And Jesus rebuked him, saying, sins and heals a paralytic—Matthew Hold thy peace, and come out of is called—The sick need a physician— him. And when the devil had thrown New wine must be put in new bottles. him in the midst, he came out of him, and hurt him not. And it came to pass, that, as the 36 And they were all amazed, and people pressed upon him to hear spake among themselves, saying, the word of God, he stood by the What a word is this! for with author- lake of Gennesaret, ity and power he commandeth the 2 And saw two ships standing by a unclean spirits, and they come out. the lake: but the fishermen were 37 And the fame of him went out gone out of them, and were wash- into every place of the country ing their nets. round about. 3 And he entered into one of 38 ¶ And he arose out of the syna­ the ships, which was Simon’s, and gogue, and entered into Simon’s prayed him that he would thrust out house. And Simon’s wife’s mother a little from the land. And he sat was taken with a great fever; and down, and taught the people out of they besought him for her. the ship. 39 And he stood over her, and a re- 4 Now when he had left speaking, buked the fever; and it left her: and he said unto Simon, Launch out into immediately she arose and minis- the deep, and let down your nets tered unto them. for a a draught. 40 ¶ Now when the sun was set- 5 And Simon answering said unto 30 a John 8:59. 39 a D&C 84:68 (64–73). b jst Luke 4:42 . . . 32 a gr authority. 40 a or various. solitary . . . tg Jesus Christ, b tg Hands, Laying on of. c gr detained Him. Authority of; c tg Administrations to 43 a tg Preaching. Jesus Christ, Teaching the Sick. b tg Jesus Christ, Messen- Mode of; 41 a tg Jesus Christ, ger of the Covenant. Teaching with the Spirit. Messiah. 44 a Matt. 4:23 (23–25). 36 a Mark 1:39 (21–45). 42 a Luke 5:16; 6:12. 5 4 a gr catch, haul. Luke 5:6–26 1282 him, Master, we have a toiled all 16 ¶ And he a withdrew himself the night, and have taken nothing: into the wilderness, and prayed. nevertheless at thy word I will let 17 And it came to pass on a cer- down the net. tain day, as he was teaching, that 6 And when they had this done, there were Pharisees and doctors they inclosed a great multitude of of the law sitting by, which were fishes: and their net a brake. come out of every town of Galilee, 7 And they beckoned unto their and Judæa, and Jerusalem: and the partners, which were in the other power of the Lord was present to heal ship, that they should come and them. help them. And they came, and 18 ¶ And, behold, men brought in filled both the ships, so that they a bed a man which was a taken with began to sink. a palsy: and they sought means to 8 When Simon Peter saw it, he bring him in, and to lay him before fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, him. Depart from me; for I am a sinful 19 And when they could not find man, O Lord. by what way they might bring him 9 For he was astonished, and all in because of the multitude, they that were with him, at the draught went upon the housetop, and let of the fishes which they had taken: him down through the tiling with 10 And so was also James, and John, his couch into the midst before the sons of Zebedee, which were Jesus. partners with Simon. And Jesus said 20 And when he saw their faith, unto Simon, Fear not; from hence- he said unto him, Man, thy sins are forth thou shalt a catch men. a forgiven thee. 11 And when they had brought 21 And the scribes and the Phari­ their ships to land, they a forsook sees began to reason, saying, Who all, and b followed him. is this which speaketh a blasphe- 12 ¶ And it came to pass, when he mies? Who can b forgive sins, but was in a certain city, behold a man God alone? full of a leprosy: who seeing Jesus 22 But when Jesus aperceived their fell on his face, and besought him, thoughts, he answering said unto saying, Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst them, What reason ye in your hearts? make me clean. 23 a Whether is easier, to say, Thy 13 And he put forth his hand, and sins be forgiven thee; or to say, Rise touched him, saying, I will: be thou up and walk? clean. And immediately the leprosy 24 But that ye may know that the departed from him. Son of man hath power upon earth 14 And he charged him to tell no to a forgive sins, (he said unto the man: but go, and shew thyself to the sick of the palsy,) I say unto thee, a priest, and offer for thy cleansing, Arise, and take up thy couch, and according as Moses commanded, for go into thine house. a testimony unto them. 25 And immediately he rose up be- 15 But so much the more went fore them, and took up that whereon there a fame abroad of him: and he lay, and departed to his own great multitudes came together to house, a glorifying God. hear, and to be healed by him of 26 And they were all amazed, and their infirmities. they glorified God, and were filled 5 a tg Industry. 16 a Luke 4:42; 6:12. Teaching Mode of. 6 a or was breaking. 18 a gr paralyzed. 23 a jst Luke 5:23 Does it 10 a gr capture, take alive. 20 a tg Forgive. require more power to tg Missionary Work. 21 a tg Blaspheme. forgive sins than to make 11 a Luke 14:33 (28–33). b D&C 64:3 (1–5); the sick rise up and b tg Apostles. 110:5 (4–6). walk? 12 a tg Leprosy. tg Remission of Sins. 24 a tg Remission of Sins. 14 a Lev. 14:2 (1–32). 22 a tg Jesus Christ, 25 a Luke 18:43. 1283 Luke 5:27–6:9 with fear, saying, We have seen 39 No man also having drunk old strange things to day. wine a straightway desireth new: for 27 ¶ And after these things he went he saith, The old is better. forth, and saw a publican, named a Levi, sitting at the receipt of custom: Chapter 6 and he said unto him, Follow me. Jesus heals on the Sabbath—He chooses 28 And he left all, rose up, and the Twelve Apostles—He pronounces followed him. blessings upon the obedient and woes 29 And Levi made him a great feast upon the wicked. in his own house: and there was a great company of publicans and And it came to pass on the second of others that sat down with them. sabbath after the first, that he went 30 But their scribes and Pharisees through the corn fields; and his dis- murmured against his disciples, say- ciples plucked the ears of corn, and ing, Why do ye eat and drink with did eat, rubbing them in their hands. publicans and sinners? 2 And certain of the Pharisees said 31 And Jesus answering said unto unto them, Why do ye that which them, They that are whole need is not lawful to do on the a sabbath not a physician; but they that are days? sick. 3 And Jesus answering them said, 32 I came not to call the righteous, Have ye not read so much as this, but a sinners to repentance. what David did, when himself was 33 ¶ And they said unto him, Why an hungred, and they which were do the disciples of John a fast often, with him; and make prayers, and likewise the 4 How he went into the house of disciples of the Pharisees; but thine God, and did take and eat the ashew- eat and drink? bread, and gave also to them that 34 And he said unto them, Can ye were with him; which it is not law- make the children of the a bride- ful to eat but for the priests alone? chamber fast, while the bridegroom 5 And he said unto them, That is with them? the Son of man is Lord also of the 35 But the days will come, when a sabbath. the abridegroom shall be taken away 6 And it came to pass also on an- from them, and then shall they b fast other sabbath, that he entered into in those days. the synagogue and taught: and there 36 ¶ And he spake also a parable was a man whose right hand was unto them; No man putteth a piece withered. of a new garment upon an old; if 7 And the scribes and Pharisees otherwise, then both the new mak­ watched him, whether he would heal eth a rent, and the piece that was on the sabbath day; that they might taken out of the new a agreeth not find an accusation against him. with the old. 8 But he a knew their thoughts, 37 And no man putteth new wine and said to the man which had the into old bottles; else the new wine withered hand, Rise up, and stand will burst the a bottles, and be forth in the midst. And he arose spilled, and the bottles shall perish. and stood forth. 38 But new wine must be put into 9 Then said Jesus unto them, I will new bottles; and both are preserved. ask you one thing; Is it lawful on the 27 a Matt. 9:9 (9–13). John 16:5 (4–7). 4 a Ex. 29:33 (32–33); 32 a John 9:39 (39–41); b Acts 13:2 (2–3). Lev. 24:9 (5–9); 1 Tim. 1:15. 36 a gr fits, accords. 1 Sam. 21:6 (1–6). 33 a Mark 2:18 (18–22). 37 a gr leather bags or 5 a tg Sabbath. 34 a Matt. 22:2 (2–14); wineskins. 8 a John 2:24 (23–25). Rev. 19:7 (7–9); 21:2. 39 a gr immediately. 35 a Mark 2:19; 6 2 a John 5:10 (10–16). Luke 6:10–30 1284 sabbath days to do good, or to do 20 ¶ And he lifted up his eyes on evil? to save life, or to destroy it? his disciples, and said, Blessed be 10 And looking round about upon ye a poor: for yours is the b kingdom them all, he said unto the man, of God. Stretch forth thy hand. And he did 21 Blessed are ye that a hunger now: so: and his hand was restored whole for ye shall be filled. Blessed are ye as the other. that weep now: for ye shall b laugh. 11 And they were filled with mad- 22 Blessed are ye, when men shall ness; and communed one with an- a hate you, and when they shall other what they might do to Jesus. b sepa­rate you from their company, 12 And it came to pass in those and shall c reproach you, and d cast days, that he a went out into a moun- out your name as evil, for the Son tain to bpray, and continued all night of man’s sake. in prayer to God. 23 a Rejoice ye in that day, and 13 ¶ And when it was day, he called leap for b joy: for, behold, your c re- unto him his disciples: and of them ward is great in heaven: for in the he a chose b twelve, whom also he like manner did their fathers unto named c apostles; the prophets. 14 Simon, (whom he also named 24 But woe unto you that are a Peter,) and Andrew his brother, a rich! for ye have b received your James and John, Philip and Bar- consolation. tholomew, 25 Woe unto you that are full! for 15 Matthew and Thomas, James the ye shall hunger. Woe unto you that son of Alphæus, and Simon called laugh now! for ye shall mourn and Zelotes, weep. 16 And Judas the brother of James, 26 Woe unto you, when all a men and Judas a Iscariot, which also was shall speak b well of you! for so did the traitor. their fathers to the false prophets. 17 ¶ And he came down with 27 ¶ But I say unto you which them, and stood in the plain, and hear, a Love your enemies, do good the company of his disciples, and a to them which hate you, great multitude of people out of all 28 Bless them that curse you, and Judæa and Jerusalem, and from the a pray for them which despitefully sea coast of Tyre and Sidon, which use you. came to hear him, and to be healed 29 aAnd unto him that b smiteth of their diseases; thee on the one cheek offer also the 18 And they that were vexed with other; and him that c taketh away a unclean spirits: and they were thy cloak forbid not to take thy healed. coat also. 19 And the whole multitude sought 30 a Give to every man that b ask- to touch him: for there went a virtue eth of thee; and of him that taketh out of him, and b healed them all. away thy goods ask them not again. 12 a Luke 4:42; 5:16. b tg Heal. Arm of Flesh. b Matt. 14:23; 26:36; 20 a James 2:5 (1–9). b John 15:19 (18–19); Luke 9:28. b D&C 38:9. 1 Ne. 22:23; 13 a 1 Ne. 12:7 (6–7). 21 a Isa. 55:1 (1–2). Alma 1:3. tg Called of God. b tg Laughter. 27 a tg Reconciliation. b tg Apostles. 22 a 1 Pet. 3:14. 28 a Luke 23:34 (33–34); c tg Church Organization. b tg Persecution. Acts 7:60 (53–60). 14 a John 1:42. c tg Reproach. 29 a jst Luke 6:29–30 16 a Josh. 15:25. d Isa. 66:5. (Appendix). 18 a tg Spirits, Evil or 23 a Acts 5:41. b Alma 43:46 (46–47); Unclean; b tg Joy. D&C 98:23 (22–48). Uncleanness. c tg Reward. c 1 Cor. 6:7 (6–8). 19 a gr power. 24 a tg Treasure. 30 a tg Generosity. Mark 5:30 (25–34); b Luke 16:25 (19–25). b Prov. 3:27 (27–28); Luke 8:46 (41–48). 26 a tg Trust Not in the 21:26 (25–26). 1285 Luke 6:31–49 31 And as ye would that men but perceivest not the beam that is should do to you, do ye also to them in thine own eye? likewise. 42 Either how canst thou say to 32 For if ye love them which love thy brother, Brother, let me pull you, what thank have ye? for sin- out the mote that is in thine eye, ners also love those that love them. when thou thyself beholdest not the 33 And if ye do good to them which beam that is in thine own eye? Thou do good to you, what thank have hypocrite, cast out first the beam ye? for sinners also do even the out of thine own eye, and then shalt same. thou see clearly to pull out the mote 34 And if ye lend to them of whom that is in thy brother’s eye. ye hope to receive, what thank have 43 For a good tree bringeth not ye? for sinners also lend to sinners, forth corrupt a fruit; neither doth a to receive as much again. corrupt tree bring forth good fruit. 35 But a love ye your enemies, and 44 For every tree is known by his do good, and b lend, hoping for noth- own a fruit. For of thorns men do ing again; and your c reward shall be not gather figs, nor of a bramble great, and ye shall be the d children bush gather they grapes. of the Highest: for he is kind unto 45 A good man out of the good the e unthankful and to the evil. treasure of his a heart bringeth forth 36 Be ye therefore a merciful, as that which is good; and an evil man your Father also is b merciful. out of the evil treasure of his heart 37 a Judge not, and ye shall not be bringeth forth that which is evil: judged: b condemn not, and ye shall for of the abundance of the b heart not be condemned: forgive, and ye his c mouth d speaketh. shall be c forgiven: 46 ¶ And why a call ye me, b Lord, 38 a Give, and it shall be given unto Lord, and c do not the things which you; good measure, pressed down, I say ? and shaken together, and running 47 Whosoever cometh to me, and over, shall men give into your bosom. heareth my sayings, and a doeth For with the same b measure that ye them, I will shew you to whom he mete withal it shall be measured to is like: you again. 48 He is like a man which built 39 And he spake a parable unto an house, and digged deep, and them, Can the a blind b lead the laid the foundation on a rock: and blind? shall they not both fall into when the flood arose, the stream the c ditch? beat vehemently upon that house, 40 The disciple is not above his and could not shake it: for it was master: but every one a that is per- founded upon a rock. fect shall be as his master. 49 But he that a heareth, and doeth 41 And why beholdest thou the not, is like a man that without a a mote that is in thy brother’s eye, foundation built an house upon the 35 a tg Charity. 39 a tg Trust Not in the b tg Heart. b tg Generosity. Arm of Flesh. c tg Gossip. c tg Reward. b tg Leadership. d Matt. 12:34; d D&C 76:58 (50–62). c gr pit, well, cistern. James 3:10 (10–12). e tg Ingratitude. 40 a gr having been 46 a 1 Ne. 17:41 (40–41); 36 a tg Mercy. perfectly prepared. Alma 37:46 (44–47). b tg God, Mercy of. tg Perfection. b Ezek. 33:31 (30–33); 37 a Moro. 7:18 (12–19). 41 a gr chip, splinter. Hosea 8:2 (1–4); tg Retribution. 43 a 3 Ne. 14:20 (14–20). Matt. 7:21 (21–23); b tg Gossip. 44 a Matt. 7:16 (15–16); D&C 112:26; c tg Forgive. Alma 7:24 (23–24); JS—H 1:19. 38 a tg Generosity; D&C 84:58 (54–58); c tg Disobedience. Kindness. 97:7 (6–8). 47 a tg Commitment. b D&C 1:10 (9–10). 45 a tg Motivations. 49 a James 1:23 (22–25). Luke 7:1–22 1286 earth; against which the stream did 10 And they that were sent, return- beat vehemently, and immediately ing to the house, found the servant it fell; and the ruin of that house whole that had been sick. was great. 11 ¶ And it came to pass the day after, that he went into a city called Chapter 7 Nain; and many of his disciples went with him, and much people. Jesus heals the centurion’s servant— 12 Now when he came nigh to the Jesus raises from death the son of the gate of the city, behold, there was a widow of Nain—He praises John the dead man carried out, the only son Baptist as more than a prophet—A of his mother, and she was a widow: woman anoints Jesus’ feet, and He and much people of the city was forgives her sins. with her. Now when he had ended all his say- 13 And when the Lord saw her, he ings in the audience of the people, had a compassion on her, and said he entered into Capernaum. unto her, Weep not. 2 And a certain centurion’s servant, 14 And he came and touched the who was dear unto him, was sick, bier: and they that bare him stood and ready to die. still. And he said, Young man, I say 3 And when he heard of Jesus, he unto thee, Arise. sent unto him the elders of the Jews, 15 And he that was a dead sat up, beseeching him that he would come and began to speak. And he deliv- and heal his servant. ered him to his mother. 4 And when they came to Jesus, 16 And there came a a fear on all: they besought him a instantly, say- and they glorified God, saying, That ing, That he was worthy for whom a great prophet is risen up among he should do this: us; and, That God hath b visited his 5 For he loveth our nation, and he people. hath built us a synagogue. 17 And this rumour of him went 6 Then Jesus went with them. And forth throughout all Judæa, and when he was now not far from the throughout all the region round about. house, the centurion sent friends to 18 And the disciples of a John him, saying unto him, Lord, trouble shewed him of all these things. not thyself: for I am not worthy that 19 ¶ And John calling unto him two thou shouldest enter under my roof: of his disciples sent them to Jesus, 7 Wherefore neither thought I saying, Art thou he that should myself worthy to come unto thee: come? or look we for another? but say in a word, and my servant 20 When the men were come unto shall be healed. him, they said, John Baptist hath 8 For I also am a man set under sent us unto thee, saying, Art thou authority, having under me soldiers, he that should come? or look we for and I say unto one, Go, and he go- another? eth; and to another, Come, and he 21 And in that same hour he cometh; and to my servant, Do this, a cured many of their infirmities and and he doeth it. plagues, and of evil spirits; and unto 9 When Jesus heard these things, many that were blind he gave b sight. he marvelled at him, and turned 22 Then Jesus answering said unto him about, and said unto the people them, Go your way, and tell John that followed him, I say unto you, what things ye have seen and heard; I have not found so great faith, no, how that the blind see, the lame not in a Israel. walk, the lepers are cleansed, the 7 4 a gr earnestly. 16 a Alma 19:25 (24–27); D&C 110:7. 9 a Alma 19:10. Moses 6:39 (37–40). 18 a Matt. 11:2 (2–19). 13 a tg Compassion; Mercy. b Ex. 3:16; 21 a tg Heal. 15 a tg Death, Power over. Luke 1:68; b tg Sight. 1287 Luke 7:23–44 deaf hear, the dead are raised, to 34 The Son of man is come eating the a poor the gospel is preached. and drinking; and ye say, Behold a 23 And blessed is he, whosoever gluttonous man, and a winebibber, shall not be a offended in me. a friend of publicans and sinners! 24 ¶ And when the messengers of 35 But wisdom is justified of all John were departed, he began to her children. speak unto the people concerning 36 ¶ And one of the Pharisees de- John, What went ye out into the wil- sired him that he would eat with derness for to see? A reed shaken him. And he went into the Phari- with the wind? see’s house, and sat down to meat. 25 But what went ye out for to 37 And, behold, a a woman in the see? A man clothed in soft raiment? city, which was a sinner, when she Behold, they which are gorgeously knew that Jesus sat at meat in the a apparelled, and live delicately, are Pharisee’s house, brought an alabas- in kings’ courts. ter b box of ointment, 26 But what went ye out for to see? 38 And stood at his feet behind him A prophet? Yea, I say unto you, and weeping, and began to wash his feet much more than a prophet. with tears, and did wipe them with 27 This is he, of whom it is written, the hairs of her head, and kissed Behold, I send my a messenger be- his feet, and a anointed them with fore thy face, which shall prepare the ointment. thy way before thee. 39 Now when the Pharisee which 28 For I say unto you, Among those had bidden him saw it, he spake that are born of women there is not within himself, saying, This man, a greater prophet than John the if he were a prophet, would have Baptist: but he that is a least in the known who and what manner of kingdom of God is greater than he. woman this is that toucheth him: 29 And all the people that heard for she is a sinner. him, and the a publicans, justified 40 And Jesus answering said unto God, being baptized with the b bap- him, Simon, I have somewhat to tism of John. say unto thee. And he saith, Mas- 30 But the Pharisees and lawyers ter, say on. a rejected the counsel of God bagainst 41 There was a certain creditor themselves, being not c baptized of which had two debtors: the one him. owed five hundred a pence, and the 31 ¶ And the Lord said, Where- other fifty. unto then shall I liken the men of 42 And when they had nothing to this generation? and to what are pay, he frankly a forgave them both. they like? b Tell me therefore, which of them 32 They are like unto children sit- will love him most? ting in the marketplace, and call- 43 Simon answered and said, I sup- ing one to another, and saying, We pose that he, to whom he forgave have piped unto you, and ye have most. And he said unto him, Thou not danced; we have a mourned to hast rightly judged. you, and ye have not wept. 44 And he turned to the woman, 33 For John the Baptist came nei- and said unto Simon, Seest thou this ther eating bread nor drinking wine; woman? I entered into thine house, and ye say, He hath a devil. thou gavest me no water for my feet: 22 a Alma 32:2 (2–6). b Matt. 3:7 (1–8). 38 a tg Anointing. 23 a 2 Ne. 18:14 (13–15). 30 a Alma 5:41. 41 a gr denarii; one denarius 25 a tg Apparel. b gr for. was a workman’s daily 27 a D&C 45:9. c tg Baptism, Essential. wage. 28 a Matt. 11:11; D&C 50:26. 32 a tg Mourning. 42 a tg Forgive. 29 a Matt. 21:32 (28–32); 37 a tg Woman. b tg Jesus Christ, Luke 3:12. b gr flask. Teaching Mode of. Luke 7:45–8:16 1288 but she hath washed my feet with and as he sowed, some fell by the tears, and wiped them with the hairs way side; and it was trodden down, of her head. and the fowls of the air devoured it. 45 Thou gavest me no kiss: but 6 And some fell upon a rock; and as this woman since the time I came soon as it was sprung up, it withered in hath not ceased to kiss my feet. away, because it lacked moisture. 46 My head with oil thou didst 7 And some fell among thorns; and not anoint: but this woman hath the thorns sprang up with it, and anointed my feet with ointment. choked it. 47 Wherefore I say unto thee, Her 8 And other fell on good ground, sins, which are many, are a forgiven; and sprang up, and bare fruit an for she loved much: but to whom lit- hundredfold. And when he had said tle is forgiven, the same loveth little. these things, he cried, He that hath 48 And he said unto her, Thy sins ears to hear, let him hear. are a forgiven. 9 And his disciples asked him, say- 49 And they that sat at meat with ing, What might this parable be? him began to say within themselves, 10 And he said, Unto you it is Who is this that a forgiveth sins also? given to know the a mysteries of the 50 And he said to the woman, Thy kingdom of God: but to others in a faith hath saved thee; go in b peace. b parables; that seeing they might not see, and hearing they might not Chapter 8 c understand. 11 Now the parable is this: The Jesus gives and interprets the parable of a seed is the word of God. the sower—He stills the tempest; casts 12 Those by the way side are they out a legion of devils, who then enter the that hear; then cometh the devil, swine; heals a woman of an issue of blood; and taketh away the word out of and raises Jairus’s daughter from death. their hearts, lest they should believe And it came to pass afterward, that and be saved. he went throughout every a city and 13 They on the rock are they, which, village, preaching and shewing the when they hear, receive the word glad btidings of the kingdom of God: with joy; and these have no root, c and the twelve were with him, which for a while believe, and in 2 And certain women, which had time of a temptation fall away. been healed of evil spirits and in- 14 And that which fell among firmities, a Mary called Magdalene, thorns are they, which, when they out of whom went seven devils, have heard, go forth, and are achoked 3 And Joanna the wife of Chuza with b cares and c riches and d plea- Herod’s steward, and Susanna, and sures of this life, and bring no fruit many others, which ministered unto to e perfection. him of their substance. 15 But that on the good ground 4 ¶ And when much people were are they, which in an a honest and gathered together, and were come good b heart, having heard the word, to him out of every city, he spake keep it, and bring forth c fruit with by a parable: patience. 5 A sower went out to sow his seed: 16 ¶ No man, when he hath lighted 47 a tg Forgive. twelve who were ordained 14 a Gal. 6:9 (8–10). 48 a Mark 2:5. of him, were with him, b tg Worldliness. 49 a tg Remission of Sins. 2 a Mark 16:9 (1, 9). c tg Treasure. 50 a Matt. 9:2; 10 a Alma 26:22. d tg Pleasure. Ether 12:4. b Ps. 78:2; e tg Perfection. b Mosiah 15:18. Mark 4:11 (11–12). 15 a D&C 11:10. 8 1 a Alma 23:4; c Isa. 6:9. b tg Heart. D&C 66:5; 75:18. 11 a Alma 32:28 (27–28). c Alma 12:30 (29–30). b D&C 76:40. 13 a 1 Ne. 8:28 (24–28). c jst Luke 8:1 . . . and the tg Temptation. 1289 Luke 8:17–36 a a candle, covereth it with a vessel, try of the Gadarenes, which is a over or putteth it under a bed; but setteth against Galilee. it on a candlestick, that they which 27 And when he went forth to enter in may see the light. land, there met him out of the city a 17 For nothing is a secret, that shall certain man, which had devils long not be made manifest; neither any time, and ware no clothes, neither thing hid, that shall not be known abode in any house, but in the tombs. and come abroad. 28 When he saw Jesus, he cried 18 Take heed therefore how ye out, and fell down before him, and hear: for whosoever a hath, to him with a loud voice said, What have shall be b given; and whosoever hath I to do with thee, a Jesus, thou Son not, from him shall be taken even of God most high? I beseech thee, that which he seemeth to have. torment me not. 19 ¶ Then came to him his mother 29 (For he had commanded the and his a brethren, and could not unclean spirit to come out of the come at him for the b press. man. For oftentimes it had caught 20 And it was told him by certain him: and he was kept bound with which said, Thy mother and thy chains and in fetters; and he brake brethren stand without, desiring the bands, and was driven of the to see thee. devil into the wilderness.) 21 And he answered and said unto 30 And Jesus asked him, saying, them, My a mother and my brethren What is thy name? And he said, are these which hear the word of a Legion: because many devils were God, and b do it. entered into him. 22 ¶ Now it came to pass on a cer- 31 And they besought him that he tain day, that he went into a ship would not command them to go out with his disciples: and he said unto into the a deep. them, Let us go over unto the other 32 And there was there an herd of side of the lake. And they launched many swine feeding on the moun- forth. tain: and they besought him that 23 But as they sailed he fell asleep: he would suffer them to enter into and there came down a storm them. And he suffered them. of wind on the lake; a and they 33 Then went the devils out of the were filled with water, and were in man, and entered into the swine: jeopardy. and the herd ran violently down a 24 And they came to him, and steep place into the lake, and were awoke him, saying, Master, mas- choked. ter, we perish. Then he arose, and 34 When they that fed them saw rebuked the wind and the raging what was done, they fled, and went of the water: and they ceased, and and told it in the city and in the there was a calm. country. 25 And he said unto them, Where 35 Then they went out to see what is your faith? And they being afraid was done; and came to Jesus, and wondered, saying one to another, found the man, out of whom the What manner of man is this! for he devils were departed, sitting at the commandeth even the a winds and feet of Jesus, clothed, and in his water, and they obey him. right mind: and they were afraid. 26 ¶ And they arrived at the coun- 36 They also which saw it told them 16 a 3 Ne. 12:15 (14–16); b gr crowd. 26 a gr on the other side of. D&C 60:2 (2–3). 21 a 3 Ne. 9:17 (13–18). 28 a James 2:19 (19–20). 17 a D&C 1:3. b Matt. 7:21 (21–23). 30 a D&C 29:36 (36–38). 18 a 2 Ne. 28:30 (29–31). 23 a jst Luke 8:23 . . . and 31 a gr abyss. (See also b Mark 4:24. they were filled with Rev. 9:1; 20:3.) 19 a tg Jesus Christ, fear, and were in danger. Family of. 25 a tg Nature, Earth. Luke 8:37–9:1 1290 by what means he that was possessed she was not hid, she came trembling, of the devils was healed. and falling down before him, she 37 ¶ Then the whole multitude of declared unto him before all the peo- the country of the Gadarenes round ple for what cause she had touched about besought him to depart from him, and how she was a healed im- them; for they were taken with great mediately. fear: and he went up into the ship, 48 And he said unto her, Daugh- and returned back again. ter, be of good a comfort: thy faith 38 Now the man out of whom the hath made thee whole; go in peace. devils were departed besought him 49 ¶ While he yet spake, there that he might be with him: but Jesus cometh one from the ruler of the sent him away, saying, synagogue’s house, saying to him, 39 Return to thine own house, and Thy daughter is dead; trouble not shew how great things God hath the Master. done unto thee. And he went his 50 But when Jesus heard it, he an- way, and apublished throughout the swered him, saying, Fear not: believe whole city how great things Jesus only, and she shall be made whole. had done unto him. 51 And when he came into the 40 And it came to pass, that, when house, he suffered no man to go Jesus was returned, the people gladly in, save Peter, and James, and John, received him: for they were all wait- and the father and the mother of ing for him. the a maiden. 41 ¶ And, behold, there came a man 52 And all wept, and bewailed named aJairus, and he was a ruler of her: but he said, Weep not; she is the synagogue: and he fell down at not dead, but sleepeth. Jesus’ feet, and besought him that 53 And they alaughed him to scorn, he would come into his house: knowing that she was dead. 42 For he had one only daughter, 54 And he put them all out, and about twelve years of age, and she took her by the hand, and called, lay a dying. But as he went the peo- saying, Maid, arise. ple thronged him. 55 And her spirit came again, and 43 ¶ And a woman having an issue she arose straightway: and he com- of a blood twelve years, which had manded to give her meat. spent all her living upon physicians, 56 And her parents were aston- neither could be healed of any, ished: but he charged them that 44 Came behind him, and touched they should tell no man what was the a border of his garment: and done. immediately her issue of blood b stanched. Chapter 9 45 And Jesus said, Who touched The Twelve are sent out—Jesus feeds me? When all denied, Peter and they that were with him said, Mas- the five thousand—Peter testifies of ter, the multitude throng thee and Christ—Jesus foretells His death and resurrection—He is transfigured on the press thee, and sayest thou, Who mount—He heals and teaches. touched me? 46 And Jesus said, Somebody hath Then he called his a twelve disciples touched me: for I perceive that a vir- together, and gave them power and tue is gone out of me. b authority over all devils, and to 47 And when the woman saw that cure diseases. 39 a Mark 5:20. Mark 5:30 (25–34); Alma 26:23. 41 a Matt. 9:18 (18–26). Luke 6:19 (17–19). 9 1 a tg Apostles. 43 a Lev. 15:25. 47 a tg Heal. b tg Authority; 44 a Acts 5:15; 19:12 (11–12). 48 a gr courage, cheer. Priesthood, Authority. b gr ceased. 51 a gr child. 46 a gr power. 53 a 2 Chr. 30:10; 1291 Luke 9:2–24 2 And he sent them to a preach and lodge, and get victuals: for we the kingdom of God, and to b heal are here in a desert place. the sick. 13 But he said unto them, Give 3 And he said unto them, Take ye them to eat. And they said, We nothing for your journey, neither have no more but five loaves and staves, nor scrip, neither bread, two fishes; except we should go and neither money; neither have two buy meat for all this people. coats apiece. 14 For they were about a five thou- 4 And whatsoever house ye enter sand men. And he said to his disci- into, there abide, and thence depart. ples, Make them sit down by fifties 5 And whosoever will not receive in a company. you, when ye go out of that city, 15 And they did so, and made them a shake off the very b dust from all sit down. your feet for a testimony against 16 Then he took the five loaves them. and the two fishes, and looking up 6 And they departed, and went to heaven, he blessed them, and through the towns, preaching the brake, and gave to the disciples to a gospel, and healing every where. set before the multitude. 7 ¶ Now a Herod the tetrarch heard 17 And they did eat, and were all of all that was done by him: and he filled: and there was taken up of was perplexed, because that it was fragments that remained to them said of some, that John was risen twelve baskets. from the dead; 18 ¶ And it came to pass, as he was 8 And of some, that Elias had ap- alone praying, his disciples were peared; and of others, that one of with him: and he asked them, say- the old prophets was risen again. ing, Whom say the people that I am? 9 And Herod said, John have I be- 19 They answering said, John the headed: but who is this, of whom I Baptist; but some say, Elias; and oth- hear such things? And he desired ers say, that one of the old prophets to see him. is risen again. 10 ¶ And the apostles, when they 20 He said unto them, But whom were returned, told a him all that say ye that I am? Peter answering they had done. And he took them, said, The a Christ of God. and went aside privately into a 21 And he straitly charged them, b desert place belonging to the city and commanded them to a tell no called Bethsaida. man that thing; 11 And the people, when they knew 22 Saying, The Son of man must it, followed him: and he received suffer many things, and be arejected them, and spake unto them of the of the elders and chief priests and kingdom of God, and healed them scribes, and be slain, and be raised that had need of healing. the third day. 12 And when the day began to 23 ¶ And he said to them all, If any wear away, then came the twelve, man will come after me, let him and said unto him, Send the mul- deny himself, and take up his a cross titude away, that they may go into daily, and b follow me. the towns and country round about, 24 aFor whosoever will save his life 2 a tg Missionary Work; 10 a jst Luke 9:10 . . . 1 Pet. 2:7. Preaching. Jesus . . . 23 a See jst Matt. 16:25–26 b Matt. 10:8 (7–8). b jst Luke 9:10 . . . (Appendix). 5 a D&C 60:15. solitary . . . Matt. 10:38; b Luke 10:11 (11–12); 14 a Matt. 14:21 (13–21); 3 Ne. 12:30 (29–30). D&C 84:92. Mark 6:44 (32–44); b tg Jesus Christ, 6 a tg Gospel. John 6:10 (1–13). Exemplar. 7 a Matt. 14:1 (1–3); 20 a tg Testimony. 24 a jst Luke 9:24–25 Mark 6:14 (14–29); 21 a Mark 8:30. (Appendix). Luke 3:1. 22 a Matt. 21:42 (42–46); Luke 9:25–45 1292 shall b lose it: but whosoever will and they feared as they entered lose his life for my sake, the same into the cloud. shall save it. 35 And there came a voice out of 25 For what is a man advantaged, the cloud, saying, This is my a be- if he gain the whole world, and alose loved Son: hear him. himself, or be cast away ? 36 And when the voice was past, 26 For whosoever shall be aashamed Jesus was found alone. And they of me and of my words, of him kept it close, and told no man in shall the b Son of man be ashamed, those days any of those things which c when he shall come in his own they had seen. glory, and in his Father’s, and of the 37 ¶ And it came to pass, that on holy angels. the next day, when they were come 27 But I tell you of a truth, there down from the hill, much people be some standing here, which shall met him. not taste of a death, till they see the 38 And, behold, a man of the com- kingdom of God. pany cried out, saying, Master, I be- 28 ¶ And it came to pass about an seech thee, look upon my son: for a eight days after these sayings, he he is mine only child. took Peter and John and James, and 39 And, lo, a spirit taketh him, went up into a b mountain to c pray. and he suddenly crieth out; and it 29 And as he prayed, the fashion teareth him that he foameth again, of his countenance was a altered, and bruising him hardly departeth and his raiment was white and from him. b glistering. 40 And I besought thy disciples to 30 And, behold, there talked with cast him out; and they could not. him two men, which were Moses 41 And Jesus answering said, O and Elias: faithless and perverse generation, 31 Who appeared in glory, a and how long shall I be with you, and spake of his b decease which he suffer you? Bring thy son hither. should accomplish at Jerusalem. 42 And as he was yet a coming, 32 But Peter and they that were the devil threw him down, and tare with him were heavy with sleep: him. And Jesus rebuked the unclean and when they were awake, they spirit, and healed the child, and saw his a glory, and the two men delivered him again to his father. that stood with him. 43 ¶ And they were all amazed 33 And it came to pass, as they at the a mighty power of God. But departed from him, Peter said unto while they wondered every one at Jesus, Master, it is good for us to be all things which Jesus did, he said here: and let us make three taber- unto his disciples, nacles; one for thee, and one for Mo- 44 Let these sayings sink down into ses, and one for Elias: not knowing your ears: for the Son of man shall what he said. be adelivered into the hands of men. 34 While he thus spake, there came 45 But they a understood not this a cloud, and overshadowed them: saying, and it was hid from them, 24 b Matt. 10:39 (34–39); with the holy angels. spake of his death, and Mark 8:35; 27 a John 21:23 (21–23); also his resurrection, D&C 98:13 (13–14); 3 Ne. 28:7 (4–10); which he . . . 103:27 (27–28). D&C 7:2 (1–8). b gr departure. 25 a Matt. 16:26. 28 a Mark 9:2 (2–8). tg Jesus Christ, 26 a D&C 3:7 (6–8). b 2 Pet. 1:18 (10–19). Death of. b tg Jesus Christ, c Matt. 14:23; 26:36; 32 a tg Glory. Son of Man. Luke 6:12. 35 a Matt. 3:17; Mark 9:7. c jst Luke 9:26 . . . when 29 a Matt. 17:2 (1–13); 43 a gr majesty, glory. he shall come in his Mark 9:2 (2–13). 44 a 1 Ne. 11:32; own kingdom, clothed in b or brilliant, glistening. 3 Ne. 27:14. the glory of his Father, 31 a jst Luke 9:31 . . . and 45 a John 12:16. 1293 Luke 9:46–10:3 that they perceived it not: and they 57 ¶ And it came to pass, that, as feared to ask him of that saying. they went in the way, a certain man 46 ¶ Then there arose a reasoning said unto him, Lord, I will a follow among them, which of them should thee whithersoever thou goest. be a greatest. 58 And Jesus said unto him, Foxes 47 And Jesus, perceiving the have holes, and birds of the air have thought of their heart, took a child, nests; but the Son of man hath not and set him by him, where to lay his head. 48 And said unto them, Whosoever 59 And he said unto another, a Fol- shall receive this child in my a name low me. But he said, Lord, suffer receiveth me: and whosoever shall me first to go and bury my father. b receive me receiveth him that sent 60 Jesus said unto him, Let the me: for he that is least among you dead bury their dead: but go thou all, the same shall be c great. and preach the kingdom of God. 49 ¶ And John answered and said, 61 And another also said, Lord, I Master, we saw one casting out dev- will a follow thee; but let me first ils in thy name; and we forbad him, go bid them farewell, which are at because he followeth not with us. home at my house. 50 And Jesus said unto him, Forbid 62 And Jesus said unto him, No him not: for he that is not against man, having put his hand to the us is a for us. a plough, and b looking back, is fit 51 ¶ And it came to pass, when for the kingdom of God. the time was come that he should be received up, he steadfastly set Chapter 10 his face to go to Jerusalem, Jesus calls, empowers, and instructs 52 And sent messengers before his the Seventy—They preach and heal— face: and they went, and entered Those who receive Christ’s disciples into a village of the a Samaritans, receive Christ—The Father is revealed to make ready for him. 53 And they did not receive him, by the Son—Jesus gives the parable of because his face was as though he the good Samaritan. would go to Jerusalem. After these things the Lord a ap- 54 And when his disciples aJames pointed other bseventy also, and sent and John saw this, they said, Lord, them c two and two before his face wilt thou that we command b fire into every city and place, whither to come down from heaven, and he himself would come. consume them, even as Elias did? 2 Therefore said he unto them, 55 But he turned, and rebuked The a harvest truly is great, but the them, and said, Ye know not what labourers are few: pray ye there- manner of a spirit ye are of. fore the Lord of the harvest, that 56 For the a Son of man is not he would send forth labourers into come to b destroy men’s c lives, but his harvest. to d save them. And they went to an- 3 Go your ways: behold, I send you other village. forth as a lambs among wolves. 46 a Matt. 18:1 (1–5); 56 a tg Jesus Christ, D&C 133:15. Mark 9:34 (34–37). Son of Man. 10 1 a tg Authority; 48 a tg Name. b John 3:17 (16–17). Called of God; b Matt. 10:40. c tg Mortality. Priesthood, Authority. c Ether 12:27 (26–27). d tg Life, Sanctity of; b tg Church 50 a Matt. 12:30; Worth of Souls. Organization; Mark 9:40. 57 a Matt. 8:19. Missionary Work; 52 a Matt. 10:5. 59 a 2 Ne. 31:12 (12–13). Seventy. 54 a Mark 3:17. tg Called of God. c Mark 6:7. b 2 Kgs. 1:10 (9–16). 61 a 1 Kgs. 19:20. 2 a Matt. 9:37. 55 a tg Spirits, Evil or 62 a tg Commitment. 3 a Matt. 10:16. Unclean. b Luke 14:18 (16–24); Luke 10:4–23 1294 4 Carry neither a purse, nor scrip, for Tyre and Sidon at the judgment, nor shoes: and b salute no man by than for you. the way. 15 And thou, Capernaum, which 5 And into whatsoever house ye en- art exalted to heaven, shalt be thrust ter, first say, a Peace be to this house. down to hell. 6 And if the son of peace be there, 16 a He that b heareth you heareth your peace shall rest upon it: if not, me; and he that c despiseth you d de- it shall turn to you again. spiseth me; and he that e despiseth 7 And in the same house remain, me despiseth him that sent me. eating and drinking such things as 17 ¶ And the a seventy returned they give: for the a labourer is wor- again with joy, saying, Lord, even the thy of his b hire. Go not from house devils are subject unto us through to house. thy name. 8 And into whatsoever city ye en- 18 And he said unto them, I beheld ter, and they a receive you, eat such a Satan as lightning fall from heaven. things as are set before you: 19 Behold, I give unto you a power 9 And heal the sick that are therein, to b tread on serpents and scorpi- and say unto them, The a kingdom ons, and over all the power of the of God is come nigh unto you. enemy: and nothing shall by any 10 But into whatsoever city ye means c hurt you. enter, and they receive you not, go 20 Notwithstanding in this arejoice your ways out into the streets of the not, that the spirits are subject unto same, and say, you; but rather b rejoice, because 11 Even the very adust of your city, your names are c written in heaven. which cleaveth on us, we do wipe 21 ¶ In that hour Jesus a rejoiced off against you: notwithstanding be in spirit, and said, I thank thee, O ye sure of this, that the kingdom of Father, Lord of heaven and earth, God is come nigh unto you. that thou hast hid these things bfrom 12 But I say unto you, that it shall the wise and c prudent, and hast be more tolerable in that day for revealed them unto d babes: even Sodom, than for that city. so, Father; for so it seemed good in 13 Woe unto thee, Chorazin! woe thy sight. unto thee, Bethsaida! for if the 22 All things are a delivered to me mighty works had been done in of my Father: and no man knoweth Tyre and Sidon, which have been b who the Son is, but the Father; done in you, they had a great while and who the Father is, but the ago repented, sitting in sackcloth Son, and he to whom the Son will and ashes. c reveal him. 14 But it shall be more tolerable 23 ¶ And he turned him unto his 4 a Matt. 10:9. said unto his disciples, He 21 a Matt. 11:25 (25–27). b 2 Kgs. 4:29. that heareth . . . b jst Luke 10:22 . . . from 5 a 1 Sam. 25:6. b Matt. 10:40; them who think they are tg Peace of God. Mosiah 15:11. wise and prudent . . . 7 a D&C 31:5 (3–7). c gr rejects. c tg Prudence. tg Labor. D&C 84:36 (35–39). d Alma 32:23; b Num. 18:31; d 1 Thes. 4:8. 3 Ne. 26:14 (14–16); Matt. 10:10. e John 5:23. D&C 128:18. tg Wages. 17 a tg Seventy. 22 a tg Jesus Christ, 8 a tg Teachable. 18 a tg Council in Heaven; Authority of. 9 a Matt. 3:2. Devil. b jst Luke 10:23 . . . that 11 a Matt. 10:14 (12–14); 19 a tg Priesthood, Power of. the Son is the Father, Mark 6:11; b Ps. 91:13. and the Father is the Luke 9:5; c Acts 28:5. Son, but him to whom Acts 13:51 (44–52); 20 a D&C 50:33 (30–34). the Son will reveal it. D&C 24:15; b tg Joy. c Matt. 11:27; 75:20 (19–22). c Ex. 32:32; John 1:18; 14:6 (6–14). 16 a jst Luke 10:17 And he Heb. 12:23. 1295 Luke 10:24–11:2 disciples, and said privately, Blessed 35 And on the morrow when he de- are the a eyes which see the things parted, he took out two pence, and that ye see: gave them to the a host, and said unto 24 For I tell you, that many aproph- him, Take care of him; and what- ets and b kings have desired to see soever thou spendest more, when I those things which ye see, and have come again, I will repay thee. not seen them; and to hear those 36 Which now of these three, think- things which ye hear, and have not est thou, was neighbour unto him heard them. that fell among the thieves? 25 ¶ And, behold, a certain lawyer 37 And he said, He that shewed stood up, and tempted him, saying, mercy on him. Then said Jesus unto Master, what shall I do to inherit him, Go, and do thou likewise. a eternal life? 38 ¶ Now it came to pass, as they 26 He said unto him, What is writ- went, that he entered into a certain ten in the law? how readest thou? village: and a certain woman named 27 And he answering said, Thou a Martha received him into her house. shalt love the Lord thy God with all 39 And she had a sister called thy a heart, and with all thy soul, and Mary, which also sat at Jesus’ feet, with all thy strength, and with all thy and heard his word. mind; and thy neighbour as thyself. 40 But Martha was cumbered about 28 And he said unto him, Thou much serving, and came to him, and hast answered right: this do, and said, Lord, dost thou not care that my thou shalt a live. sister hath left me to serve alone? 29 But he, willing to a justify him- bid her therefore that she help me. self, said unto Jesus, And who is my 41 And Jesus answered and said b neighbour? unto her, Martha, Martha, thou art 30 And Jesus answering said, A cer- a careful and troubled about many tain man went down from Jerusalem things: to Jericho, and fell among thieves, 42 But one thing is needful: and which stripped him of his raiment, Mary hath a chosen that good part, and a wounded him, and departed, which shall not be taken away leaving him half dead. from her. 31 And by chance there came down a certain priest that way: and when Chapter 11 he saw him, he passed by on the Jesus gives the Lord’s Prayer—He dis- other side. cusses the casting out of devils—He ac- 32 And likewise a Levite, when he claims Himself as greater than Jonah was at the place, came and looked on and Solomon—He rebukes the Pharisees him, and passed by on the other side. and says that the blood of all the proph- 33 But a certain a Samaritan, as he ets may be required of their generation. journeyed, came where he was: and when he saw him, he had b compas- And it came to pass, that, as he was sion on him, praying in a certain place, when 34 And went to him, and bound he ceased, one of his disciples said up his wounds, pouring in oil and unto him, Lord, a teach us to b pray, wine, and set him on his own beast, as John also taught his disciples. and brought him to an inn, and took 2 And he said unto them, When ye a care of him. pray, say, Our a Father which art in 23 a Matt. 13:16. b tg Neighbor. 38 a John 11:1 (1, 5); 12:2. 24 a 2 Ne. 25:26 (24–27). 30 a tg Cruelty. 41 a gr worried. b tg Kings, Earthly. 33 a John 4:9. 42 a tg Agency. 25 a Luke 18:18. b tg Benevolence; 11 1 a tg Teaching. 27 a tg Apathy. Compassion; Kindness. b tg Prayer. 28 a Lev. 18:5. 34 a tg Charity; Welfare. 2 a tg God the Father, 29 a Luke 16:15. 35 a gr innkeeper. Elohim. Luke 11:3–24 1296 heaven, Hallowed be thy bname. Thy how much more shall your heavenly kingdom come. Thy will be done, Father give a the Holy Spirit to them as in heaven, so in earth. that ask him? 3 Give us day by day our daily 14 ¶ And he was casting a out a bread. devil, and it was dumb. And it came 4 And a forgive us our sins; for we to pass, when the devil was gone also forgive every one that is b in- out, the dumb spake; and the peo- debted to us. cAnd lead us not into ple wondered. temptation; but deliver us from 15 But some of them said, He evil. casteth out devils through a Beelze- 5 aAnd he said unto them, Which of bub the chief of the devils. you shall have a friend, and shall go 16 And others, tempting him, unto him at midnight, and say unto sought of him a a sign from heaven. him, Friend, lend me three loaves; 17 But he, knowing their athoughts, 6 For a friend of mine in his jour- said unto them, Every kingdom ney is come to me, and I have noth- divided against itself is brought ing to set before him? to deso­lation; and a house divided 7 And he from within shall answer against a house falleth. and say, Trouble me not: the door 18 If Satan also be divided against is now shut, and my children are himself, how shall his kingdom with me in bed; I cannot rise and stand? because ye say that I cast out give thee. devils through Beelzebub. 8 I say unto you, Though he will 19 And if I by Beelzebub cast out not rise and give him, because he devils, by whom do your sons a cast is his a friend, yet because of his im- them out? therefore shall they be portunity he will rise and give him your judges. as many as he needeth. 20 But if I with the a finger of God 9 And I say unto you, Ask, and it cast out devils, no doubt the king- shall be given you; seek, and ye shall dom of God is come upon you. find; knock, and it shall be opened 21 When a strong man armed unto you. keepeth his palace, his goods are 10 For every one that asketh re- in peace: ceiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; 22 But when a stronger than he and to him that knocketh it shall shall come upon him, and over- be opened. come him, he taketh from him all 11 If a son shall ask bread of any his armour wherein he trusted, and of you that is a father, will he give divideth his spoils. him a stone? or if he ask a fish, will 23 He that is not with me is aagainst he for a fish give him a serpent? me: and he that gathereth not with 12 Or if he shall ask an egg, will me scattereth. he offer him a scorpion? 24 When the aunclean spirit is gone 13 If ye then, being evil, know how out of a man, b he walketh through to give good gifts unto your children: dry places, seeking rest; and finding 2 b tg Name. whatsoever ye ask of him. Hel. 13:26 (26–27). 4 a tg Forgive. And he spake a parable, 16 a tg Sign Seekers. b tg Debt. saying, Which . . . 17 a Matt. 12:25; c jst Luke 11:4 . . . And 8 a tg Brotherhood and John 2:25. let us not be led unto Sisterhood; 19 a Matt. 12:27–28; temptation; but deliver Friendship. Mark 9:38 (38–49); us from evil; for thine is 13 a jst Luke 11:14 . . . good Acts 19:13. the kingdom and power. gifts, through the Holy 20 a Ex. 8:19; Amen. Spirit . . . John 3:2; 5 a jst Luke 11:5–6 And 14 a jst Luke 11:15 . . . a Acts 2:22; 10:38. he said unto them, devil out of a man, and 23 a D&C 10:68 (67–68). Your heavenly Father will he was dumb . . . 24 a D&C 50:31 (31–33). not fail to give unto you 15 a Mosiah 3:9 (9–12); b jst Luke 11:25 . . . it . . . 1297 Luke 11:25–43 none, c he saith, I will return unto neither under a bushel, but on a my house whence I came out. candlestick, that they which come 25 aAnd when he cometh, he find- in may see the light. eth it swept and b garnished. 34 The light of the body is the aeye: 26 Then goeth he, and taketh to therefore when thine eye is b single, him seven other spirits more wicked thy whole body also is full of light; than himself; and they enter in, and but when thine eye is evil, thy body dwell there: and the last state of that also is full of c darkness. man is worse than the first. 35 Take heed therefore that the 27 ¶ And it came to pass, as he light which is in thee be not dark- spake these things, a certain woman ness. of the company lifted up her voice, 36 If thy whole body therefore be and said unto him, a Blessed is the full of light, having no part dark, womb that bare thee, and the paps the whole shall be full of light, as which thou hast sucked. when the bright shining of a candle 28 But he said, Yea rather, a blessed doth give thee light. are they that hear the word of God, 37 ¶ And as he spake, a certain and b keep it. Pharisee besought him to dine with 29 ¶ And when the people were him: and he went in, and sat down gathered thick together, he began to meat. to say, This is an evil generation: 38 And when the Pharisee saw it, they seek a a sign; and there shall he marvelled that he had not first no sign be given it, but the sign of washed before dinner. Jonas the prophet. 39 And the Lord said unto him, 30 For as Jonas was a sign unto the Now do ye Pharisees make a clean Ninevites, so shall also the Son of the outside of the cup and the plat- man be to this generation. ter; but your b inward part is full of 31 The a queen of the south shall c ravening and d wickedness. rise up in the judgment with the 40 Ye fools, did not he that made men of this generation, and con- that which is without make that demn them: for she came from the which is within also? utmost parts of the earth to hear the 41 a But rather b give c alms of such wisdom of Solomon; and, behold, a things as ye have; and, behold, all greater than Solomon is here. things are d clean unto you. 32 The men of Nineve shall rise 42 But woe unto you, Pharisees! for up in the judgment with this gen- ye tithe mint and rue and all man- eration, and shall condemn it: for ner of herbs, and pass over judgment they repented at the preaching of and the a love of God: these ought ye Jonas; and, behold, a greater than to have done, and not to leave the Jonas is here. other undone. 33 No man, when he hath lighted a 43 Woe unto you, Pharisees! for a candle, putteth it in a secret place, ye love the a uppermost seats in the 24 c jst Luke 11:25 . . . it . . . 31 a 1 Kgs. 10:1. of such things as ye 25 a jst Luke 11:26–27 And 33 a Matt. 5:15 (15–16); have; and observe to do when it cometh, it 3 Ne. 18:24. all things which I have findeth the house swept 34 a D&C 88:68 (67–68). commanded you, then and garnished. Then b Morm. 8:15 (13–15); would your inward parts goeth the evil spirit, and JS—H 1:46. be clean also. taketh seven other c tg Darkness, Spiritual. b tg Generosity. spirits . . . 39 a tg Purification. c tg Almsgiving; b gr put in order. b Titus 1:15 (15–16). Charity. 27 a Luke 1:48. tg Hypocrisy. d tg Cleanliness. 28 a tg Blessing. c gr plunder, spoil. 42 a tg Love. b Prov. 19:16; 29:18. d tg Wickedness. 43 a Matt. 23:6; tg Obedience. 41 a jst Luke 11:42 But if ye Luke 20:46. 29 a tg Sign Seekers. would rather give alms Luke 11:44–12:6 1298 synagogues, and greetings in the them, the scribes and the Pharisees markets. began to a urge him vehemently, and 44 Woe unto you, a scribes and to b provoke him to speak of many Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye are as things: b graves which appear not, and the 54 Laying wait for him, and seek- men that walk over them are not ing to a catch something out of his aware of them. mouth, that they might accuse him. 45 ¶ Then answered one of the lawyers, and said unto him, Mas- Chapter 12 ter, thus saying thou a reproachest us also. Jesus teaches, Beware of hypocrisy; 46 And he said, Woe unto you also, lay up treasures in heaven rather than ye a lawyers! for ye lade men with on earth; prepare for the coming of the burdens grievous to be borne, and Lord; where much is given, much is ye yourselves touch not the burdens required; preaching the gospel causes with one of your fingers. division. 47 Woe unto you! for ye build the In the mean time, when there were sepulchres of the prophets, and your gathered together an innumerable fathers killed them. multitude of people, insomuch that 48 Truly ye bear witness that ye they trode one upon another, he a allow the deeds of your fathers: began to say unto his disciples first for they indeed killed them, and of all, Beware ye of the a leaven of ye build their sepulchres. the Pharisees, which is b hypocrisy. 49 Therefore also said the wisdom 2 For there is nothing covered, that of God, I will send them prophets shall not be revealed; neither a hid, and apostles, and some of them they that shall not be known. shall slay and persecute: 3 Therefore whatsoever ye have 50 That the ablood of all the proph- spoken in a darkness shall be heard ets, which was b shed from the foun- in the light; and that which ye have dation of the world, may be required b spoken in the ear in c closets shall of this generation; be proclaimed upon the housetops. 51 From the blood of Abel unto the 4 And I say unto you my a friends, blood of Zacharias, which perished Be not b afraid of them that kill the between the altar and the a temple: body, and after that have no more verily I say unto you, It shall be re- that they can do. quired of this generation. 5 But I will forewarn you whom ye 52 Woe unto you, a lawyers! for ye shall a fear: Fear him, which after he have taken away the b key of c knowl- hath killed hath power to cast into edge: ye entered not in yourselves, b hell; yea, I say unto you, Fear him. and them that were entering in ye 6 Are not five sparrows sold for d hindered. two farthings, and not one of them 53 And as he said these things unto is a forgotten before God? 44 a tg Scribe. knowledge, the fullness 12 1 a tg Leaven. b Ps. 5:9 (9–10); of the scriptures; ye enter b tg Hypocrisy. Matt. 23:27; Acts 23:3. not in yourselves into 2 a Prov. 28:13. 45 a tg Reproach. the kingdom; and those 3 a D&C 1:3. 46 a Alma 10:27 (12–32). who were entering in, ye b tg Gossip. 48 a gr agree, accord with. hindered. c gr places of privacy. Acts 22:20. Luke 1:77. 4 a John 15:15 (13–15). 50 a tg Martyrdom. d Acts 13:45 (45, 50); b Matt. 10:28. b tg Prophets, 1 Thes. 2:16. tg Peer Influence. Rejection of. 53 a gr be angry with, be 5 a D&C 122:9 (4–9). 51 a Matt. 23:35. exasperated against. b tg Death, Spiritual, 52 a Alma 10:27 (13–27); b tg Provoking. Second; 11:20 (20–22). 54 a Matt. 22:15; Devil. b Moses 1:23 (23, 41). Mark 12:13 (13–17); 6 a tg God, Omniscience of. c jst Luke 11:53 . . . 2 Ne. 27:32 (31–32). 1299 Luke 12:7–28 7 But even the very hairs of your 18 And he said, This will I do: I head are all numbered. Fear not will pull down my barns, and build therefore: ye are of more value than greater; and there will I bestow all many sparrows. my fruits and my goods. 8 Also I say unto you, Whosoever 19 And I will say to my soul, a Soul, shall a confess me before men, him thou hast much goods laid up for shall the Son of man also confess many years; take thine ease, b eat, before the b angels of God: drink, and be merry. 9 a But he that denieth me before 20 But God said unto him, Thou men shall be denied before the an- fool, this night thy a soul shall be gels of God. required of thee: then whose shall 10 And whosoever shall speak a those things be, which thou hast word against the Son of man, it shall provided? be forgiven him: but unto him that 21 So is he that layeth up a trea- a blasphemeth against the Holy Ghost sure for b himself, and is not rich it shall not be forgiven. toward God. 11 And when they bring you unto 22 ¶ And he said unto his disciples, the synagogues, and unto magis- Therefore I say unto you, a Take no trates, and a powers, b take ye no b thought for your life, what ye shall thought how or what thing ye shall eat; neither for the body, what ye answer, or what ye shall c say: shall put on. 12 For the a Holy Ghost shall b teach 23 The life is more than meat, and you in the same hour what ye ought the body is more than raiment. to say. 24 Consider the a ravens: for they 13 ¶ And one of the company neither sow nor reap; which neither said unto him, Master, speak to my have storehouse nor barn; and God brother, that he divide the inheri- feedeth them: how much more are tance with me. ye better than the fowls? 14 And he said unto him, Man, 25 And which of you with taking who made me a judge or a divider thought can add to his stature one over you? cubit? 15 And he said unto them, Take 26 If ye then be not able to do that heed, and beware of a covetousness: thing which is least, why take ye for a man’s life consisteth not in the thought for the rest? abundance of the things which he 27 Consider the a lilies how they possesseth. grow: they toil not, they spin not; 16 And he spake a parable unto and yet I say unto you, that Solomon them, saying, The ground of a in all his glory was not arrayed like certain rich man brought forth one of these. plentifully: 28 If then God so clothe the grass, 17 And he thought within himself, which is to day in the field, and to saying, What shall I do, because I morrow is cast into the oven; a how have no room where to a bestow my much more will he clothe you, O ye fruits? of little faith? 8 a Moro. 7:44 (44–48); be anxious about. 20 a tg Soul. D&C 62:3. c D&C 84:85. 21 a tg Treasure. b tg Angels. 12 a Ex. 4:12; b Hosea 10:1. 9 a jst Luke 12:9–12 D&C 24:6. 22 a gr Don’t worry. (Appendix). b tg Holy Ghost, b Matt. 6:25; 10 a tg Apostasy of Mission of. D&C 84:81. Individuals; 15 a Ps. 62:10; 119:36. 24 a Job 38:41. Holy Ghost, tg Covet. 27 a tg Nature, Earth. Unpardonable Sin 17 a gr gather. 28 a jst Luke 12:30 . . . how against. 19 a Eccl. 2:24. much more will he 11 a gr authorities. b Isa. 22:13; provide for you, if ye are b gr don’t worry; don’t 1 Cor. 15:32. not of little faith? Luke 12:29–48 1300 29 And seek not ye what ye shall have watched, and not have bsuffered eat, or what ye shall drink, neither his house to be broken through. be ye of a doubtful mind. 40 Be ye therefore ready also: for 30 For all these things do the na- the Son of man a cometh at an b hour tions of the world seek after: and when ye think not. your Father knoweth that ye have 41 ¶ Then Peter said unto him, need of these things. Lord, speakest thou this parable 31 ¶ a But rather seek ye the b king- unto us, or even to all? dom of God; and c all these things 42 And the Lord said, Who then shall be added unto you. is that a faithful and wise b steward, 32 Fear not, little a flock; for it is whom his lord shall make ruler over your Father’s good pleasure to give his household, to give them their por- you the b kingdom. tion of meat in due season? 33 Sell that ye have, and give aalms; 43 Blessed is that servant, whom provide yourselves bags which wax his lord when he cometh shall find not old, a b treasure in the heavens so a doing. that c faileth not, where no thief ap- 44 Of a truth I say unto you, that proacheth, neither moth corrupteth. he will make him a ruler over b all 34 For where your a treasure is, that he hath. there will your heart be also. 45 But and if that servant say in his 35 Let your loins be girded about, heart, My lord delayeth his coming; and your a lights burning; and shall begin to beat the men- 36 And ye yourselves like unto men servants and a maidens, and to eat that wait for their lord, when he and drink, and to be drunken; will return from the wedding; that 46 The lord of that servant will when he cometh and knocketh, they come in a day when he looketh not may open unto him immediately. for him, and at an hour when he is 37 a Blessed are those servants, not aware, and will cut him in sun- whom the lord when he cometh der, and will appoint him his a por- shall find bwatching: verily I say tion with the unbelievers. unto you, that he shall gird himself, 47 And that a servant, which knew and make them to sit down to meat, his lord’s b will, and c prepared not and will come forth and serve them. himself, neither did according to 38 And if he shall come in the his will, shall be beaten with many second watch, or come in the third stripes. watch, and find them so, blessed are 48 But he that a knew not, and did those servants. commit things worthy of stripes, 39 And this know, that if the a good- shall be b beaten with few stripes. For man of the house had known what unto whomsoever cmuch is dgiven, of hour the thief would come, he would him shall be much e required: and to 29 a Luke 1:20 (19–20); 24:25. c tg Dependability. D&C 76:59 (58–59); tg Doubt. 34 a 2 Ne. 9:30; 84:38 (35–38). 31 a jst Luke 12:34 Therefore Hel. 13:22 (20–23). 45 a gr maidservants. seek ye to bring forth the 35 a Matt. 25:7 (7–8). 46 a tg Punish. kingdom of God . . . 37 a jst Luke 12:41–57 47 a James 4:17. b 1 Tim. 4:8; (Appendix). tg Apostasy of Jacob 2:18 (18–19); b tg Watch. Individuals. 3 Ne. 13:33 (25–34); 39 a gr master. b 2 Ne. 9:27 (25–27). D&C 29:5. b gr allowed, permitted. c tg Accountability; c Deut. 28:8; 40 a D&C 133:11. Procrastination. D&C 24:3 (3–4). b Matt. 24:44. 48 a Rom. 2:12. 32 a D&C 35:27. 42 a tg Trustworthiness. b Deut. 25:2. b Matt. 25:34. b tg Stewardship. c tg Talents. tg Kingdom of God, 43 a tg Commitment. d tg Stewardship. on Earth. 44 a 1 Pet. 5:4. e tg Accountability; 33 a tg Almsgiving. b Rom. 8:17 (14–18); Duty; b tg Treasure. 1 Cor. 3:22 (21–23); Judgment. 1301 Luke 12:49–13:12 whom men have committed much, heals a woman on the Sabbath, and of him they will ask the more. likens the kingdom of God to a mus- 49 ¶ I am come to send fire on the tard seed—He discusses whether few earth; and what will I, if it be al- or many are saved and laments over ready kindled? Jerusalem. 50 But I have a a baptism to be bap- tized with; and how am I bstraitened There were present at that season till it be accomplished! some that told him of the Galilæans, 51 Suppose ye that I am come to whose blood Pilate had mingled give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; with their sacrifices. but rather division: 2 And Jesus answering said unto 52 For from henceforth there shall them, Suppose ye that these Gali­ be five in one house divided, three læans were a sinners above all the against two, and two against three. Galilæans, because they suffered 53 The father shall be divided such things? against the son, and the son a against 3 I tell you, Nay: but, except the father; the mother against the ye a repent, ye shall all likewise b perish. daughter, and the daughter against 4 Or those eighteen, upon whom the mother; the mother in law the tower in Siloam fell, and slew against her daughter in law, and them, think ye that they were sin- the daughter in law against her ners above all men that dwelt in mother in law. Jerusalem? 54 ¶ And he said also to the peo- 5 I tell you, Nay: but, except ye ple, When ye see a cloud rise out of repent, ye shall all likewise perish. the west, straightway ye say, There 6 ¶ He spake also this parable; A cometh a shower; and so it is. certain man had a fig tree planted 55 And when ye see the south wind in his a vineyard; and he came and blow, ye say, There will be heat; and sought fruit thereon, and found it cometh to pass. none. 56 Ye hypocrites, ye can discern 7 Then said he unto the dresser of the face of the sky and of the earth; but how is it that ye do not discern his vineyard, Behold, these three this time? years I come seeking fruit on this 57 Yea, and why even of yourselves fig tree, and find none: a cut it down; judge ye not what is right? why cumbereth it the ground? 58 ¶ When thou goest with thine 8 And he answering said unto him, Lord, let it alone this year also, till I adversary to the magistrate, as thou shall dig about it, and dung it: art in the way, give diligence that 9 And if it bear fruit, well: and if thou mayest be delivered from him; lest he hale thee to the judge, and not, then after that thou shalt cut the judge deliver thee to the officer, it down. 10 And he was teaching in one of and the officer cast thee into prison. the synagogues on the sabbath. 59 I tell thee, thou shalt not depart 11 ¶ And, behold, there was a thence, till thou hast paid the very last a mite. woman which had a spirit of infir- mity eighteen years, and was bowed Chapter 13 together, and could in no wise lift up herself. Jesus teaches, Repent or perish—He 12 And when Jesus saw her, he gives the parable of the barren fig tree, called her to him, and said unto her, 50 a Mosiah 3:7. half a penny. 6 a tg Vineyard of the Lord. b gr distressed, hard- 13 2 a tg Suffering. 7 a Matt. 3:10; pressed. 3 a D&C 3:11. 7:19 (19–20); 53 a Micah 7:6. tg Repent. Hel. 14:18 (17–19). 59 a ie the smallest Jewish b Ether 8:23 (21–24); coin, worth less than D&C 19:4. Luke 13:13–32 1302 Woman, thou art loosed from thine 23 Then said one unto him, Lord, infirmity. are there a few that be saved? And 13 And he a laid his b hands on her: he said unto them, and immediately she was made 24 ¶ Strive to enter in at the a strait straight, and glorified God. b gate: for many, I say unto you, will 14 And the ruler of the synagogue c seek to enter in, and shall not be answered with indignation, because able. that Jesus had healed on the sab- 25 When once the master of the bath day, and said unto the people, house is risen up, and hath shut There are six days in which men to the door, and ye begin to stand ought to a work: in them therefore without, and to knock at the door, come and be healed, and not on the saying, Lord, a Lord, open unto sabbath day. us; and he shall answer and say 15 The Lord then answered him, unto you, I know you not whence and said, Thou hypocrite, doth not ye are: each one of you on the sabbath loose 26 Then shall ye begin to say, We his ox or his ass from the stall, and have eaten and drunk in thy pres- lead him away to watering? ence, and thou hast taught in our 16 And ought not this woman, be- streets. ing a daughter of Abraham, whom 27 But he shall say, I tell you, Satan hath bound, lo, these eighteen I know you not whence ye are; years, be loosed from this bond on a depart from me, all ye workers of the a sabbath day ? iniquity. 17 And when he had said these 28 There shall be a weeping and things, all his adversaries were gnashing of teeth, when ye shall ashamed: and all the people rejoiced see Abraham, and Isaac, and Ja- for all the glorious things that were cob, and all the prophets, in the done by him. b kingdom of God, and you yourselves 18 ¶ Then said he, Unto what is the thrust out. kingdom of God like? and where- 29 And a they shall come from unto shall I a resemble it? the east, and from the west, and 19 It is like a grain of mustard seed, from the north, and from the south, which a man took, and cast into his and shall sit down in the kingdom garden; and it grew, and a waxed a of God. great tree; and the fowls of the air 30 And, behold, there are last lodged in the branches of it. which shall be first, and there are 20 And again he said, Whereunto a first which shall be last. shall I liken the kingdom of God? 31 ¶ The same day there came cer- 21 It is like leaven, which a woman tain of the Pharisees, saying unto took and hid in three measures of him, Get thee out, and depart hence: meal, till the whole was leavened. for a Herod will kill thee. 22 And he went through the cities 32 And he said unto them, Go ye, and villages, teaching, and journey- and tell that fox, Behold, I cast out ing toward Jerusalem. devils, and I do cures to day and to 13 a tg Hands, Laying on of. 3 Ne. 14:13 (13–14); b Alma 5:24 (14–24). b tg Administrations to D&C 132:22 (22–25). tg Exaltation; Kingdom the Sick. b Matt. 7:13 (13–14); of God, in Heaven. 14 a tg Industry. 3 Ne. 27:33; 29 a Matt. 8:11 (11–12); 16 a tg Sabbath. D&C 22:4 (1–4). Acts 10:45; 18 a gr compare. c 1 Ne. 12:17. 2 Ne. 10:18 (9–18); 19 a gr became. 25 a Isa. 55:6. D&C 45:9 (7–30). 23 a 3 Ne. 27:33; 27 a Mosiah 26:27 (24–27); 30 a 1 Ne. 13:42; D&C 121:34. 3 Ne. 14:23 (21–23); Jacob 5:63 (1–77); 24 a gr narrow. D&C 29:28 (27–28). Ether 13:12 (10–12); 2 Ne. 9:41; 28 a Mosiah 16:2 (1–2); D&C 29:30 (30–32). Alma 37:13 (13, 44–46); D&C 133:73 (72–73). 31 a Luke 3:19. 1303 Luke 13:33–14:15 morrow, and the third day I shall straightway pull him out on the be a perfected. a sabbath day ? 33 Nevertheless I must walk to day, 6 And they could not answer him and to morrow, and the day follow- again to these things. ing: for it cannot be that a a prophet 7 ¶ And he put forth a parable perish out of bJerusalem. to those which were bidden, when 34 O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, which he marked how they chose out the a killest the prophets, and stonest a chief rooms; saying unto them, them that are sent unto thee; how 8 When thou art a bidden of any often would I have gathered thy man to a wedding, sit not down in children together, as a b hen doth the highest room; lest a more hon- gather her brood under her wings, ourable man than thou be bidden and ye would not! of him; 35 Behold, your house is left unto 9 And he that bade thee and him you a desolate: and verily I say come and say to thee, Give this man unto you, b Ye shall not see me, un- place; and thou begin with shame til the time come when ye shall say, to take the lowest room. c Blessed is he that cometh in the 10 But when thou art bidden, go name of the Lord. and sit down in the a lowest room; that when he that bade thee cometh, Chapter 14 he may say unto thee, Friend, go up b higher: then shalt thou have c wor- Jesus again heals on the Sabbath—He ship in the presence of them that teaches humility and gives the parable sit at meat with thee. of the great supper—Those who follow 11 For whosoever a exalteth him- Him must forsake all else. self shall be b abased; and he that And it came to pass, as he went into c humbleth himself shall be exalted. the house of one of the chief Phari­ 12 ¶ Then said he also to him that sees to eat bread on the sabbath day, bade him, When thou makest a din- that they watched him. ner or a supper, call not thy friends, 2 And, behold, there was a cer- nor thy brethren, neither thy kins- tain man before him which had men, nor thy rich neighbours; lest the dropsy. they also bid thee again, and a rec- 3 And Jesus answering spake unto ompence be made thee. the lawyers and Pharisees, saying, 13 But when thou makest a feast, Is it lawful to heal on the sabbath call the apoor, the maimed, the lame, day ? the blind: 4 And they held their peace. And 14 And thou shalt be a blessed; for he took him, and healed him, and they cannot recompense thee: for let him go; thou shalt be b recompensed at the 5 And answered them, saying, c resurrection of the just. Which of you shall have an ass or 15 ¶ And when one of them that an ox fallen into a pit, and will not sat at meat with him heard these 32 a tg Perfection. D&C 84:115 (114–15). b Prov. 25:7 (6–8). 33 a tg Prophets, b jst Luke 13:36 . . . Ye c gr honor, glory, respect. Rejection of. shall not know me, until 11 a tg Haughtiness. b jst Luke 13:33–34 . . . ye have received from the b D&C 101:42. Jerusalem. This he spake, hand of the Lord a just tg Shame. signifying of his death. recompense for all your c D&C 104:82. And in this very hour sins; until the time . . . tg Contrite Heart. he began to weep over c Ps. 118:26. 13 a tg Generosity; Jerusalem, 14 5 a tg Sabbath. Poor. 34 a tg Persecution. 7 a gr first places. 14 a tg Blessing. b D&C 10:65 (63–65); Matt. 23:6. b Matt. 6:4. 43:24 (24–25). 8 a gr invited. c tg Resurrection. 35 a Jer. 12:7; 22:5; 10 a tg Humility. Luke 14:16–35 1304 things, he said unto him, Blessed tudes with him: and he turned, and is he that shall a eat b bread in the said unto them, kingdom of God. 26 If any man come to me, and 16 Then said he unto him, A cer- a hate not his father, and mother, tain man made a great supper, and and wife, and children, and breth- bade many: ren, and sisters, b yea, and his own 17 And sent his servant at supper c life also, he cannot be my d disciple. time to say to them that were bidden, 27 And whosoever doth not bear Come; for all things are now ready. his a cross, and come after me, can- 18 And they all with one consent not be my b disciple. began to make a excuse. The first 28 For which of you, intending to said unto him, I have bought a build a tower, sitteth not down first, piece of ground, and I must needs and a counteth the b cost, whether he go and see it: I pray thee have me have sufficient to c finish it? excused. 29 Lest a haply, after he hath laid 19 And another said, I have bought the foundation, and is not able to five yoke of oxen, and I go to prove finish it, all that behold it begin to them: I pray thee have me excused. mock him, 20 And another said, I have mar- 30 Saying, This man began to build, ried a wife, and therefore I cannot and was not able to a finish. come. 31 Or what king, going to make 21 So that servant came, and war against another king, sitteth not shewed his lord these things. Then down first, and aconsulteth whether the master of the house being angry he be able with ten thousand to said to his servant, Go out quickly meet him that cometh against him into the streets and lanes of the with twenty thousand? city, and bring in hither the poor, 32 Or else, while the other is yet and the maimed, and the a halt, and a great way off, he sendeth an a am- the blind. bassage, and desireth conditions of 22 And the servant said, Lord, it peace. is done as thou hast commanded, 33 So likewise, whosoever he be and yet there is room. of you that a forsaketh not all that 23 And the a lord said unto the ser- he hath, he cannot be my b disciple. vant, Go out into the highways and 34 ¶ a Salt is good: but if the b salt b hedges, and c compel them to come have lost his savour, wherewith shall in, that my house may be filled. it be seasoned? 24 For I say unto you, That a none 35 It is neither fit for the land, nor of those men which were bidden yet for the dunghill; but men cast shall taste of my supper. it out. He that hath ears to hear, let 25 ¶ And there went great multi- him hear. 15 a Luke 22:30; Rev. 19:9. c tg Martyrdom. b tg Problem-Solving. b tg Bread. d tg Self-Mastery. c tg Commitment. 18 a Luke 9:62 (57–62); 27 a See jst Matt. 16:25–26 29 a gr perhaps. D&C 121:35 (34–35). (Appendix). 30 a jst Luke 14:31 . . . 21 a gr lame. Matt. 10:38; finish. And this he said, 23 a 2 Cor. 5:20. John 19:17; signifying there should b gr hedged pathways. 2 Ne. 9:18; Jacob 1:8; not any man follow him, c gr urge. 3 Ne. 12:30; unless he was able to 24 a Matt. 21:43; D&C 56:2. continue; saying, Acts 13:46. b jst Luke 14:27–28 . . . 31 a Prov. 20:18. 26 a Matt. 10:37. disciple. Wherefore, settle 32 a or embassy. b jst Luke 14:26 . . . or this in your hearts, that ye 33 a Luke 5:11; husband, yea and his will do the things which I D&C 103:27 (27–28). own life also; or in other shall teach, and command b D&C 132:50 (49–51). words, is afraid to lay you. 34 a jst Luke 14:35–37 down his life for my sake, 28 a Prov. 24:27. (Appendix). he cannot be . . . tg Self-Mastery. b tg Salt. 1305 Luke 15:1–22 Chapter 15 11 ¶ And he said, A certain man had two sons: Jesus gives the parables of the lost 12 And the younger of them said sheep, the piece of silver, and the prodi­ to his father, Father, give me the gal son. portion of a goods that falleth to me. Then drew near unto him all the And he divided unto them his living. a publicans and sinners for to hear 13 And not many days after the him. younger son gathered all together, 2 And the Pharisees and scribes and took his journey into a far coun- murmured, saying, This man receiv- try, and there awasted his bsubstance eth sinners, and eateth with them. with c riotous living. 3 ¶ And he spake this parable unto 14 And when he had spent all, them, saying, there arose a mighty famine in that 4 What man of you, having an hun- land; and he began to be in want. dred sheep, if he lose one of them, 15 And he went and joined himself doth not leave the ninety and nine to a citizen of that country; and he a in the wilderness, and go after that sent him into his fields to feed swine. which is b lost, until he find it? 16 And he a would fain have filled 5 And when he hath found it, he his belly with the b husks that the layeth it on his shoulders, rejoicing. swine did eat: and no man gave 6 And when he cometh home, he unto him. calleth together his friends and 17 And when he a came to himself, neighbours, saying unto them, Re- he said, How many hired servants of joice with me; for I have found my my father’s have bread enough and sheep which was lost. to spare, and I perish with hunger! 7 I say unto you, that likewise 18 I will a arise and go to my father, a joy shall be in heaven over one and will say unto him, Father, I b sinner that c repenteth, more than have b sinned against heaven, and over ninety and nine just persons, before thee, which need no repentance. 19 And am no more worthy to be 8 ¶ Either what woman having called thy son: make me as one of ten pieces of silver, if she lose one thy hired servants. a piece, doth not light a candle, and 20 And he arose, and came to his sweep the house, and seek diligently father. But when he was yet a great till she find it? way off, his father saw him, and had 9 And when she hath found it, she a compassion, and ran, and fell on calleth her friends and her neigh- his neck, and kissed him. bours together, saying, Rejoice with 21 And the son said unto him, me; for I have found the piece which Father, I have sinned against heaven, I had lost. and in thy sight, and am no more 10 Likewise, I say unto you, there is a worthy to be called thy b son. joy in the presence of the a angels of 22 But the father said to his ser- God over one bsinner that repenteth. vants, Bring forth the best robe, and 15 1 a Mark 2:16 (15–16). wage). 17 a Ps. 119:59. 4 a jst Luke 15:4 . . . and 10 a tg Angels. tg Repent. go into the wilderness b tg Worth of Souls. 18 a Lam. 3:40. after that which is 12 a gr property. b tg Confession. lost . . . 13 a tg Waste. 20 a tg Benevolence; b Ezek. 34:16 (11–12, 16). b gr property. Compassion; 7 a tg Joy. c Prov. 28:7. Family, Love b tg Missionary Work. tg Rioting and within; c tg Repent. Reveling. Mercy. 8 a gr drachma (a silver 16 a gr desired, set the 21 a tg Contrite Heart; coin equal to the heart upon. Worthiness. Roman denarius— b gr pods (of the carob b tg Family, Patriarchal. a workman’s daily tree). Luke 15:23–16:12 1306 put it on him; and put a ring on his was accused unto him that he had hand, and shoes on his feet: a wasted his goods. 23 And bring hither the fatted 2 And he called him, and said calf, and kill it; and let us eat, and unto him, How is it that I hear this be merry: of thee? give an a account of thy 24 For this my son was dead, and b stewardship; for thou mayest be is alive again; he was lost, and is no longer steward. found. And they began to be merry. 3 Then the steward said within him- 25 Now his elder son was in the self, What shall I do? for my lord tak­ field: and as he came and drew nigh eth away from me the stewardship: to the house, he heard musick and I cannot dig; to beg I am ashamed. dancing. 4 I am resolved what to do, that, 26 And he called one of the ser- when I am put out of the steward- vants, and asked what these things ship, they may receive me into their meant. houses. 27 And he said unto him, Thy 5 So he called every one of his lord’s brother is come; and thy father hath debtors unto him, and said unto the killed the fatted calf, because he first, How much owest thou unto hath received him safe and sound. my lord? 28 And he was angry, and would 6 And he said, An hundred mea- not go in: therefore came his father sures of oil. And he said unto him, out, and entreated him. Take thy bill, and sit down quickly, 29 And he answering said to his and write fifty. father, Lo, these many years do I 7 Then said he to another, And how serve thee, neither transgressed much owest thou? And he said, An I at any time thy commandment: hundred measures of wheat. And and yet thou never gavest me a kid, he said unto him, Take thy bill, and that I might make merry with my write fourscore. friends: 8 And the lord commended the un- 30 But as soon as this thy son was just steward, because he had done come, which hath devoured thy liv- wisely: for the children of this world ing with harlots, thou hast killed are in their generation wiser than for him the fatted calf. the a children of b light. 31 And he said unto him, a Son, 9 And I say unto you, Make to your- thou art ever with me, and b all that selves friends of the a mammon of I have is thine. unrighteousness; that, when ye fail, 32 It was a meet that we should they may receive you into everlast- make merry, and be glad: for this ing habitations. thy brother was dead, and is alive 10 He that is afaithful in that which again; and was lost, and is found. is least is faithful also in much: and he that is unjust in the least is un- Chapter 16 just also in much. 11 If therefore ye have not been Jesus gives the parable of the unjust faithful in the unrighteous mam- steward—He teaches of service and mon, who will commit to your atrust condemns divorce—He gives the para- ble of the rich man and Lazarus. the true b riches? 12 And if ye have not been faith- And he said also unto his disci- ful in that which is another man’s, ples, There was a certain rich man, who shall give you that which is which had a steward; and the same your own? 31 a tg Family, Love 2 a tg Accountability. 10 a Matt. 25:21; within. b tg Stewardship. D&C 51:19; b D&C 84:38. 8 a tg Children of Light. 132:44, 53. 32 a gr necessary. b tg Light [noun]. 11 a tg Trustworthiness. 16 1 a tg Waste. 9 a D&C 82:22. b tg Treasure. 1307 Luke 16:13–17:1 13 ¶ No servant can serve two Abraham afar off, and Lazarus in a masters: for either he will hate the his bosom. one, and love the other; or else he 24 And he cried and said, Father will hold to the one, and despise Abraham, have mercy on me, and the other. Ye cannot serve God and send Lazarus, that he may dip the mammon. tip of his finger in water, and cool 14 And the Pharisees also, who my tongue; for I am tormented in were a covetous, heard all these this flame. things: and they derided him. 25 But Abraham said, Son, re- 15 And he said unto them, Ye are member that thou in thy lifetime they which a justify yourselves be- a receivedst thy good things, and fore men; but God b knoweth your likewise Lazarus evil things: but c hearts: for that which is highly es- now he is comforted, and thou art teemed among dmen is eabomination tormented. in the sight of God. 26 And beside all this, between 16 a The law and the prophets were us and you there is a great a gulf until John: since that time the king- fixed: so that they which would pass dom of God is preached, and every from hence to you cannot; neither man presseth into it. can they pass to us, that would come 17 And it is easier for heaven and from thence. earth to pass, than one tittle of the 27 Then he said, I pray thee there- a law to fail. fore, father, that thou wouldest send 18 Whosoever a putteth away his him to my father’s house: wife, and marrieth another, com- 28 For I have five brethren; that mitteth adultery: and whosoever he may testify unto them, lest they marrieth her that is put away from also come into this place of torment. her husband committeth adultery. 29 Abraham saith unto him, They 19 ¶ There was a certain rich man, have a Moses and the prophets; let which was clothed in purple and them hear them. fine linen, and fared sumptuously 30 And he said, Nay, father Abra- every day: ham: but if one went unto them 20 And there was a certain abeggar from the a dead, they will repent. named Lazarus, which was laid at 31 And he said unto him, If they his gate, full of sores, a hear not Moses and the b prophets, 21 And desiring to be fed with the neither will they be c persuaded, crumbs which fell from the rich though one rose from the dead. man’s table: moreover the dogs came and licked his sores. Chapter 17 22 And it came to pass, that the Jesus speaks of offenses, forgiveness, and beggar died, and was carried by faith—Even the faithful are unprofitable the a angels into bAbraham’s bosom: servants—Ten lepers are healed—Jesus the rich man also died, and was discourses on the Second Coming. buried; 23 And in a hell he lift up his Then said he unto the disciples, It eyes, being in torments, and seeth is impossible but that a offences will 13 a Alma 5:39 (38–39). 17 a tg Law of Moses. 30 a Alma 32:18 (17–18); 14 a Alma 11:24 (20, 24). 18 a tg Divorce. Ether 12:12 (12, 18); 15 a Luke 10:29. 20 a tg Poor. D&C 5:7 (5–10). b tg God, Intelligence of; 22 a tg Angels. 31 a tg Scriptures, God, Omniscience of. b Alma 40:11 (11–21). Study of; c Prov. 21:2. 23 a tg Hell; Unbelief. d 2 Ne. 9:28 (28–30). Spirits in Prison. b 2 Ne. 33:11 (10–14); e tg Man, Natural, Not 25 a Luke 6:24. Hel. 13:26 (24–30). Spiritually Reborn. 26 a 1 Ne. 15:28 (28–30). c D&C 5:8 (7–10); 133:71. 16 a jst Luke 16:16–23 tg Separation. 17 1 a tg Offense. (Appendix). 29 a tg Scriptures, Value of. Luke 17:2–24 1308 come: but woe unto him, through 12 And as he entered into a certain whom they come! village, there met him ten men that 2 It were better for him that a were a lepers, which stood afar off: millstone were hanged about his 13 And they lifted up their voices, neck, and he cast into the sea, than and said, Jesus, Master, have mercy that he should a offend one of these on us. little ones. 14 And when he saw them, he said 3 ¶ Take heed to yourselves: If unto them, Go shew yourselves unto thy brother a trespass against thee, the apriests. And it came to pass, that, rebuke him; and if he repent, b for- as they went, they were cleansed. give him. 15 And one of them, when he saw 4 And if he trespass against thee that he was healed, turned back, seven times in a day, and seven times and with a loud voice glorified God, in a day turn again to thee, saying, 16 And fell down on his face at his I a repent; thou shalt forgive him. feet, giving him a thanks: and he was 5 And the apostles said unto the a Samaritan. Lord, Increase our faith. 17 And Jesus answering said, Were 6 And the Lord said, If ye had there not ten a cleansed? but where a faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye are the b nine? might say unto this sycamine tree, 18 There are not found that re- Be thou plucked up by the root, and turned to give glory to God, save be thou planted in the sea; and it this stranger. should obey you. 19 And he said unto him, Arise, 7 But which of you, having a ser- go thy way: thy faith hath made vant plowing or a feeding cattle, will thee whole. say unto him b by and by, when he 20 ¶ And when he was demanded is come from the field, Go and sit of the Pharisees, when the akingdom down to meat? of God should come, he answered 8 And will not rather say unto him, them and said, The kingdom of God Make ready wherewith I may sup, cometh not with observation: and gird thyself, and serve me, till 21 Neither shall they say, Lo here! I have eaten and drunken; and af- or, lo there! for, behold, the a king- terward thou shalt eat and drink? dom of God b is c within you. 9 Doth he thank that servant be- 22 And he said unto the disciples, cause he did the things that were The days will come, when ye shall commanded him? I a trow not. desire to see one of the days of the 10 So likewise ye, when ye shall Son of man, and ye shall not see it. have done all those things which are 23 And they shall say to you, See commanded you, say, We are a un- here; or, asee there: go not after them, profitable servants: we have done nor follow them. that which was our b duty to do. 24 For as the lightning, that light- 11 ¶ And it came to pass, as he eneth out of the one part under went to Jerusalem, that he passed heaven, shineth unto the other part through the midst of Samaria and under heaven; so shall also the Son Galilee. of man be in his a day. 2 a tg Sin. tg Humility; 21 a D&C 65:2. 3 a Matt. 18:15 (15–17). Ingratitude. b jst Luke 17:21 . . . has b tg Forgive. b tg Duty. already come unto you. 4 a tg Repent. 12 a tg Leprosy. c Many translations read 6 a Moses 7:13. 14 a Lev. 13:49. “among” because the 7 a gr tending a flock. 16 a tg Thanksgiving. pronoun “you” is plural b gr immediately. 17 a tg Purification. here in Greek. 9 a gr think. b tg Ingratitude. 23 a tg False Christs. 10 a Rom. 3:12; 20 a tg Kingdom of God, 24 a Luke 21:34; Mosiah 2:21 (20–26). on Earth. 1 Thes. 5:4. 1309 Luke 17:25–18:11 25 But first must he suffer many Chapter 18 things, and be rejected of this gen- eration. Jesus gives the parables of the unjust 26 And as it was in the days of judge and the Pharisee and publican— He invites little children to come unto a Noe, so shall it be also in the days of the Son of man. Him and teaches how to gain eternal 27 They did eat, they drank, they life—He tells of His coming death and resurrection and gives sight to a blind married wives, they were given in man. marriage, until the day that Noe entered into the ark, and the a flood And he spake a parable unto them came, and destroyed them all. to this end, that men ought a always 28 Likewise also as it was in the to b pray, and not to c faint; days of Lot; they did eat, they drank, 2 Saying, There was in a city a they bought, they sold, they planted, judge, which feared not God, nei- they builded; ther regarded man: 29 But the same day that Lot went 3 And there was a widow in that out of a Sodom it rained fire and city; and she came unto him, say- brimstone from heaven, and de- ing, Avenge me of mine adversary. stroyed them all. 4 And he would not for a while: 30 Even thus shall it be in the day but afterward he said within him- when the Son of man is revealed. self, Though I fear not God, nor re- 31 In that day, he which shall be gard man; upon the housetop, and his stuff in 5 Yet because this widow troubleth the house, let him not come down me, I will avenge her, lest by her to take it away: and he that is in continual coming she weary me. the field, let him likewise not re- 6 And the Lord said, Hear what turn back. the a unjust judge saith. 32 Remember a Lot’s wife. 7 And shall not God a avenge his 33 Whosoever shall seek to save own elect, which cry day and night his life shall lose it; and whosoever unto him, though he bear long with shall a lose his life shall preserve it. b them? 34 I tell you, in that night there 8 a I tell you that he will b avenge shall be two men in one bed; the them speedily. Nevertheless when one shall be taken, and the other the Son of man cometh, shall he shall be left. find faith on the earth? 35 Two women shall be grinding 9 And he spake this parable unto together; the one shall be taken, certain which atrusted in themselves and the other left. that they were righteous, and b de- 36 Two men shall be in the field; spised others: the one shall be taken, and the 10 Two men went up into the other left. temple to a pray; the one a Pharisee, 37 aAnd they answered and said and the other a publican. unto him, Where, Lord? And he 11 The Pharisee stood and prayed said unto them, Wheresoever the thus with himself, God, I thank body is, thither will the eagles be thee, that I am a not as other men gathered together. are, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this publican. 26 a tg Earth, Cleansing of; b tg Prayer. come, he will avenge Flood. c D&C 75:11. his saints speedily. 27 a Matt. 24:37 (36–38). 6 a tg Injustice. Nevertheless . . . 29 a Gen. 19:24. 7 a Num. 31:2; Alma 1:13; b tg Justice. 32 a Gen. 19:26. D&C 121:5. 9 a John 5:44. 33 a tg Sacrifice. b jst Luke 18:7 . . . men? b Alma 32:3 (3–5). 37 a jst Luke 17:36–40 8 a jst Luke 18:8 I tell 10 a tg Prayer. (Appendix). you that he will come, 11 a Isa. 65:5; 18 1 a tg Perseverance. and when he does Alma 31:16 (14–18). Luke 18:12–34 1310 12 I a fast twice in the week, I give thou shalt have treasure in heaven: b tithes of all that I c possess. and come, follow me. 13 And the publican, standing afar 23 And when he heard this, he was off, would not lift up so much as his very sorrowful: for he was very rich. eyes unto heaven, but smote upon 24 And when Jesus saw that he his breast, saying, God be merciful was very sorrowful, he said, How to me a a sinner. hardly shall they that have riches 14 I tell you, this man went down enter into the kingdom of God! to his house justified rather than 25 For it is easier for a camel to the other: for every one that a ex- go through a needle’s eye, than for alteth himself shall be abased; and a rich man to enter into the king- he that b humbleth himself shall be dom of God. exalted. 26 And they that heard it said, Who 15 And they brought unto him also then can be saved? infants, that he would touch them: 27 aAnd he said, The things which but when his disciples saw it, they are impossible with men are b pos- rebuked them. sible with God. 16 But Jesus called them unto him, 28 Then Peter said, Lo, we have and said, Suffer little a children to left all, and followed thee. come unto me, and forbid them not: 29 And he said unto them, Verily for of such is the kingdom of God. I say unto you, There is no man 17 Verily I say unto you, Whoso- that hath left house, or parents, or ever shall not receive the kingdom brethren, or wife, or children, for of God as a little child shall in no the kingdom of God’s sake, wise enter therein. 30 Who shall not a receive b mani- 18 And a certain ruler asked him, fold more in this present time, and saying, Good Master, what shall I do in the world to come life everlasting. to inherit a eternal life? 31 ¶ Then he took unto him the 19 And Jesus said unto him, Why twelve, and said unto them, Behold, callest thou me good? none is a good, we go up to Jerusalem, and all things save one, that is, God. that are a written by the prophets 20 Thou knowest the command- concerning the Son of man shall ments, Do not commit a adultery, Do be accomplished. not b kill, Do not steal, Do not bear 32 For he shall be delivered unto c false witness, d Honour thy father the Gentiles, and shall be a mocked, and thy mother. and spitefully entreated, and spit- 21 And he said, All these have I ted on: kept from my youth up. 33 And they shall scourge him, and 22 Now when Jesus heard these put him to death: and the third day things, he said unto him, Yet lackest he shall a rise again. thou one thing: sell all that thou hast, 34 And they a understood none of and distribute unto the a poor, and these things: and this saying was hid 12 a Ex. 34:28. b D&C 42:79. world, it is possible b tg Tithing. c D&C 42:21. with God, that he c gr acquire, gain, or d tg Honoring Father should enter in. possess. and Mother. b tg God, Power of. 13 a Alma 38:14 (13–14). 22 a Mosiah 4:26; 30 a D&C 132:55. tg Contrite Heart. Alma 1:27; b D&C 104:2. 14 a 2 Cor. 10:18. D&C 42:30 (29–31). 31 a 1 Ne. 11:33; tg Haughtiness. 27 a jst Luke 18:27 And 2 Ne. 10:3; b Ether 12:27; he said unto them, It is Mosiah 3:9 (9–10). D&C 101:42; 124:114. impossible for them who 32 a tg Jesus Christ, Trials 16 a Moro. 8:19 (10–26). trust in riches, to enter of; Mocking. 18 a Luke 10:25. into the kingdom of God; 33 a tg Jesus Christ, 19 a tg God, Perfection of. but he who forsaketh the Resurrection. 20 a D&C 42:24 (23–25). things which are of this 34 a John 12:16. 1311 Luke 18:35–19:15 from them, neither knew they the up into a sycomore tree to see him: things which were spoken. for he was to pass that way. 35 ¶ And it came to pass, that as 5 And when Jesus came to the he was come nigh unto Jericho, a place, he looked up, and saw him, certain blind man sat by the way and said unto him, Zacchæus, make side begging: haste, and come down; for to day I 36 And hearing the multitude pass must abide at thy house. by, he asked what it meant. 6 And he made haste, and came 37 And they told him, that Jesus down, and a received him joyfully. of Nazareth passeth by. 7 And when they saw it, they all 38 And he cried, saying, Jesus, murmured, saying, That he was thou Son of David, have mercy gone to be guest with a man that on me. is a sinner. 39 And they which went before 8 And Zacchæus stood, and said rebuked him, that he should hold unto the Lord; Behold, Lord, the his peace: but he cried so much half of my goods I give to the poor; the more, Thou Son of David, have and if I have taken any thing from mercy on me. any man by false accusation, I re- 40 And Jesus stood, and com- store him a fourfold. manded him to be brought unto 9 And Jesus said unto him, This him: and when he was come near, day is salvation come to this house, he asked him, forsomuch as he also is a son of 41 Saying, What wilt thou that I Abraham. shall do unto thee? And he said, 10 For the Son of man is come to Lord, that I may receive my sight. seek and to a save that which was 42 And Jesus said unto him, Re- b lost. ceive thy a sight: thy b faith hath 11 And as they heard these things, saved thee. he added and spake a parable, be- 43 And immediately he received cause he was nigh to Jerusalem, his sight, and followed him, a glori- and because they thought that the fying God: and all the people, when kingdom of God should a immedi- they saw it, gave praise unto God. ately appear. 12 He said therefore, A certain Chapter 19 nobleman went into a far country Jesus came to save souls—He gives to receive for himself a kingdom, the parable of the pounds—He rides and to return. in triumph into Jerusalem, weeps over 13 And he called his ten servants, the city, and cleanses the temple again. and delivered them ten a pounds, and said unto them, b Occupy till And Jesus entered and passed I come. through Jericho. 14 But his a citizens hated him, and 2 And, behold, there was a man sent a b message after him, saying, named Zacchæus, which was the We will not have this man to reign chief among the publicans, and he over us. was rich. 15 And it came to pass, that when 3 And he sought to see Jesus who he was returned, having received the he was; and could not for the a press, kingdom, then he commanded these because he was little of stature. a servants to be called unto him, to 4 And he ran before, and climbed whom he had given the money, that 42 a tg Sight. 8 a 2 Sam. 12:6. b gr Do business. b 3 Ne. 17:8; 10 a tg Life, Sanctity of. 14 a tg Citizenship. D&C 42:48; 58:43. b Ezek. 34:16; b gr ambassador. 43 a Luke 5:25. 2 Ne. 26:25 (23–29). 15 a D&C 72:3 (3–4). 19 3 a gr crowd, multitude. 11 a 2 Thes. 2:2 (1–6). 6 a tg Hospitality. 13 a tg Talents. Luke 19:16–42 1312 he might know how much every 29 And it came to pass, when he man had gained by trading. was come nigh to Bethphage and 16 Then came the first, saying, Bethany, at the mount called the Lord, thy pound hath gained ten mount of Olives, he sent two of his pounds. disciples, 17 And he said unto him, Well, 30 Saying, Go ye into the village thou good servant: because thou over against you; in the which at hast been a faithful in a very little, your entering ye shall find a colt have thou b authority over ten cities. tied, whereon yet never man sat: 18 And the second came, saying, loose him, and bring him hither. Lord, thy pound hath gained five 31 And if any man ask you, Why pounds. do ye loose him? thus shall ye say 19 And he said likewise to him, Be unto him, Because the Lord hath thou also over five cities. need of him. 20 And another came, saying, Lord, 32 And they that were sent went behold, here is thy pound, which I their way, and found even as he had have kept laid up in a napkin: said unto them. 21 For I a feared thee, because 33 And as they were loosing the thou art an b austere man: thou colt, the owners thereof said unto takest up that thou layedst not them, Why loose ye the colt? down, and reapest that thou didst 34 And they said, The Lord hath not sow. need of him. 22 And he saith unto him, Out of 35 And they brought him to Jesus: thine own mouth will I judge thee, and they cast their garments upon thou wicked servant. Thou knewest the a colt, and they set Jesus thereon. that I was an austere man, taking 36 And as he went, they spread up that I laid not down, and reap- their clothes in the way. ing that I did not sow: 37 And when he was come nigh, 23 Wherefore then gavest not thou even now at the descent of the my money into the bank, that at mount of Olives, the whole multi- my coming I might have a required tude of the disciples began to rejoice mine own with b usury ? and praise God with a loud voice 24 And he said unto them that stood for all the mighty works that they by, Take from him the pound, and had seen; give it to him that hath ten pounds. 38 Saying, Blessed be the King that 25 (And they said unto him, Lord, cometh in the name of the Lord: he hath ten pounds.) peace in heaven, and a glory in the 26 For I say unto you, That unto ev- highest. ery one a which hath shall be given; 39 And some of the Pharisees from and from him that hath not, even among the multitude said unto him, that he hath shall be taken away Master, rebuke thy disciples. from him. 40 And he answered and said unto 27 But those mine enemies, which them, I tell you that, if these should would not that I should reign over hold their peace, the a stones would them, bring hither, and slay them immediately cry out. before me. 41 ¶ And when he was come near, 28 ¶ And when he had thus spo- he beheld the city, and wept over it, ken, he went before, ascending up 42 Saying, If thou hadst known, to Jerusalem. even thou, at least in this thy day, 17 a tg Stewardship. b tg Usury. taken away from him. b tg Authority. 26 a jst Luke 19:25 . . . who 35 a Zech. 9:9. 21 a tg Courage; occupieth, shall be given; 38 a Luke 2:14. Fearful. and from him who 40 a Matt. 21:9. b gr harsh, ungenerous. occupieth not, even that 23 a gr collected. he hath received shall be 1313 Luke 19:43–20:17 the things which belong unto thy 5 And they reasoned with them- peace! but now they are hid from selves, saying, If we shall say, From thine eyes. heaven; he will say, Why then be- 43 For the days shall come upon lieved ye him not? thee, that thine a enemies shall cast 6 But and if we say, Of men; all a b trench about thee, and c compass the people will stone us: for they be thee round, and keep thee in on persuaded that John was a aprophet. every side, 7 And they answered, that they 44 And shall a lay thee even with could not tell whence it was. the ground, and thy children within 8 And Jesus said unto them, Nei- thee; and they shall not leave in thee ther tell I you by what authority I one b stone upon another; because do these things. thou knewest not the time of thy 9 Then began he to speak to the c visitation. people this parable; A certain man 45 And he went into the temple, planted a a vineyard, and let it forth and began to cast out them that to b husbandmen, and went into a sold therein, and them that bought; far country for a long time. 46 Saying unto them, It is written, 10 And at the season he sent a My house is the ahouse of prayer: but servant to the husbandmen, that ye have made it a b den of thieves. they should give him of the fruit 47 And he taught daily in the of the vineyard: but the husband- temple. But the chief priests and the men beat him, and sent him away scribes and the chief of the people empty. sought to destroy him, 11 And again he sent another ser- 48 And could not find what they vant: and they beat him also, and might do: for all the people were entreated him shamefully, and sent very attentive to hear him. him away empty. 12 And again he sent a third: and Chapter 20 they wounded him also, and cast The chief priests oppose Jesus—He him out. gives the parable of the wicked hus- 13 Then said the lord of the vine- bandmen—Render unto Cæsar and God yard, What shall I do? I will send that which is theirs—Jesus teaches the my beloved son: it may be they will law of marriage. reverence him when they see him. 14 But when the husbandmen saw And it came to pass, that on one of him, they reasoned among them- those days, as he taught the people selves, saying, This is the heir: come, in the temple, and preached the gos- let us kill him, that the inheritance pel, the chief priests and the scribes may be ours. came upon him with the elders, 15 So they cast him out of the vine- 2 And spake unto him, saying, Tell yard, and killed him. What there- us, by what authority doest thou fore shall the lord of the vineyard these things? or who is he that gave do unto them? thee this authority ? 16 He shall come and destroy 3 And he answered and said unto these husbandmen, and shall give them, I will also ask you one thing; the vineyard to others. And when and answer me: they heard it, they said, a God 4 The baptism of John, was it from forbid. heaven, or of men? 17 And he beheld them, and said, 43 a Luke 21:20. b Matt. 24:2 (1–51); 109:20 (19–20). b gr fortification, JS—M 1:3 (1–55). 20 6 a Matt. 11:9; 14:5; 21:26. rampart. c Isa. 10:3. 9 a tg Vineyard of the Isa. 37:33. 46 a Isa. 56:7. Lord. c Deut. 28:52. b Jer. 7:11; b gr farmers. 44 a Dan. 9:26. D&C 94:8 (8–9); 16 a gr May it not be. Luke 20:18–42 1314 What is this then that is written, having a wife, and he die without The a stone which the builders re- children, that his b brother should jected, the same is become the head take his wife, and raise up seed unto of the corner? his brother. 18 Whosoever shall fall upon that 29 There were therefore seven stone shall be broken; but on whom- brethren: and the first took a wife, soever it shall fall, it will a grind him and died without children. to powder. 30 And the second took her to wife, 19 ¶ And the chief priests and the and he died childless. scribes the same hour sought to lay 31 And the third took her; and in hands on him; and they feared the like manner the seven also: and they people: for they perceived that he left no children, and died. had spoken this parable against them. 32 Last of all the woman died also. 20 And they watched him, and 33 Therefore in the resurrection sent forth spies, which should feign whose wife of them is she? for seven themselves just men, that they might had her to wife. a take hold of his words, that so they 34 And Jesus answering said unto might deliver him unto the power them, The children of this world and authority of the governor. a marry, and are given in marriage: 21 And they asked him, saying, 35 But they which shall be ac- Master, we know that thou sayest counted worthy to obtain a that and teachest rightly, neither ac- world, and the b resurrection from ceptest thou the person of any, but the dead, neither marry, nor are teachest the way of God truly: given in c marriage: 22 Is it lawful for us to give a trib- 36 Neither can they die any more: ute unto Cæsar, or no? for they are equal unto the a angels; 23 But he perceived their a crafti­ and are the b children of God, being ness, and said unto them, Why the children of the resurrection. tempt ye me? 37 Now that the dead are raised, 24 Shew me a penny. Whose image even Moses shewed at the a bush, and superscription hath it? They when he calleth the Lord the God answered and said, Cæsar’s. of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, 25 And he said unto them, Render and the God of Jacob. therefore unto a Cæsar the things 38 For he is not a God of the a dead, which be Cæsar’s, and unto God the but of the living: for all live unto things which be God’s. him. 26 And they could not take hold 39 ¶ Then certain of the scribes of his words before the people: and answering said, Master, thou hast they marvelled at his answer, and well said. held their peace. 40 And after that they durst not 27 ¶ Then came to him certain of the ask him any a question at all. Sadducees, which deny that there is 41 And he said unto them, How any resurrection; and they asked him, say they that Christ is David’s a son? 28 Saying, Master, Moses wrote 42 And David himself saith in unto us, If any man’s a brother die, the book of Psalms, The Lord said 17 a tg Rock. 28 a Deut. 25:5. 132:17 (5–17). 18 a gr scatter like chaff. b Mark 12:19. tg Angels. 20 a Matt. 22:15 (15–22); 34 a tg Marriage, Marry; b tg Sons and Daughters Mark 12:13 (13–17). Marriage, Temporal. of God. 22 a gr taxes. 35 a jst Luke 20:35 . . . 37 a Ex. 3:2 (2–6). D&C 58:21 (21–22); that world, through 38 a Rom. 14:9. 98:9 (4–10). resurrection from . . . tg Spirits, 23 a Alma 10:17; b tg Objectives; Disembodied. D&C 10:25 (21–27). Resurrection. 40 a D&C 84:116. 25 a D&C 58:22 (21–23); c D&C 132:16 (7–39). 41 a Matt. 1:16 (1–16); 63:26 (25–29). 36 a D&C 131:2 (1–4); D&C 93:14 (3–17). 1315 Luke 20:43–21:19 unto my a Lord, Sit thou on my right Master, but when shall these things hand, be? and what asign will there be when 43 Till I make thine enemies thy these things shall come to pass? footstool. 8 And he said, Take heed that ye be 44 David therefore calleth him not deceived: for many shall come Lord, how is he then his son? in my name, saying, I am Christ; 45 ¶ Then in the audience of all and the time draweth near: go ye the people he said unto his disciples, not therefore after them. 46 Beware of the a scribes, which 9 But when ye shall hear of wars desire to walk in long robes, and and commotions, be not terrified: love greetings in the markets, and for these things must first come to the bhighest seats in the synagogues, pass; but the end is not by and by. and the chief rooms at feasts; 10 Then said he unto them, a Na- 47 Which devour widows’ houses, tion shall rise against nation, and and for a shew make long prayers: kingdom against kingdom: the same shall receive greater dam- 11 And great earthquakes shall nation. be in divers places, and famines, and a pestilences; and fearful sights Chapter 21 and great signs shall there be from Jesus foretells the destruction of the heaven. temple and of Jerusalem—He tells of 12 But before all these, they shall lay their hands on you, and a per- the signs to precede His Second Com- secute you, delivering you up to the ing and gives the parable of the fig tree. synagogues, and into prisons, being And he looked up, and saw the brought before kings and rulers for a rich men casting their gifts into my name’s sake. the treasury. 13 And it shall turn to you for a 2 And he saw also a certain poor testimony. widow casting in thither two amites. 14 Settle it therefore in your hearts, 3 And he said, Of a truth I say unto not to a meditate before what ye you, that this poor widow hath cast shall b answer: in more than they all: 15 For I will give you a mouth and 4 For all these have of their abun- a wisdom, which all your adversar- dance cast in unto the offerings of ies shall not be able to b gainsay God: but she of her penury hath nor resist. cast in all the living that she had. 16 And ye shall be betrayed both 5 ¶ And as some spake of the by parents, and brethren, and kins- temple, how it was adorned with folks, and friends; and some of you goodly stones and gifts, he said, shall they cause to be put to death. 6 As for these things which ye 17 And ye shall be hated of all men behold, the days will come, in the for my name’s a sake. which there shall not be left one 18 But there shall not an a hair of a stone upon another, that shall not your head perish. be thrown down. 19 In your a patience b possess ye 7 And they asked him, saying, your souls. 42 a Ps. 110:1. D&C 45:16 (16–75); Acts 6:10; D&C 11:21. 46 a 2 Ne. 28:16; JS—M 1:4 (4–55). tg Wisdom. Alma 10:27. 10 a 1 Ne. 22:14 (13–14). b gr speak against, b gr first or most 11 a 2 Ne. 6:15; Mosiah 12:4; oppose, contradict. honorable. D&C 97:26 (22–26). 17 a D&C 98:13; 101:35. Luke 11:43. 12 a tg Persecution. 18 a Matt. 10:30 (29–31); 21 1 a Mosiah 4:23; 14 a gr practice, prepare. Alma 40:23; D&C 56:16. tg Meditation. D&C 29:25. 2 a D&C 64:34 (22, 34). b D&C 84:85. 19 a tg Patience. 6 a D&C 45:20. 15 a Isa. 50:4; b gr preserve, win 7 a Matt. 24:3 (3–46); Matt. 10:19 (16–20); mastery over. Luke 21:20–38 1316 20 And when ye shall see aJerusa- up your heads; for your aredemption lem compassed with b armies, then draweth nigh. know that the c desolation thereof 29 And he spake to them a para­ is nigh. ble; Behold the a fig tree, and all 21 Then let them which are in the trees; Judæa flee to the mountains; and 30 When they now shoot forth, ye let them which are in the midst see and know of your own selves of it depart out; and let not them that summer is now nigh at hand. that are in the a countries enter 31 So likewise ye, when ye see thereinto. these things come to pass, know ye 22 For these be the days of ven- that the kingdom of God is nigh geance, that all things which are at hand. written may be fulfilled. 32 Verily I say unto you, a This gen- 23 But woe unto them that are eration shall not pass away, till all with child, and to them that give be fulfilled. suck, in those days! for there shall 33 Heaven and earth shall pass be great distress in the land, and away: but my words shall not wrath upon this people. pass away. 24 And they shall fall by the edge 34 ¶ And take heed to yourselves, of the sword, and shall be a led away lest at any time your hearts be b captive into all c nations: and Je- overcharged with a surfeiting, and rusalem shall be d trodden down of drunkenness, and b cares of this life, the e Gentiles, until the times of the and so that c day come upon you Gentiles be fulfilled. d unawares. 25 ¶ aAnd there shall be signs 35 For as a a snare shall it come on in the sun, and in the b moon, and in all them that dwell on the face of the stars; and upon the earth distress the whole earth. of nations, with perplexity; the sea 36 a Watch ye therefore, and b pray and the waves roaring; always, c that ye may be accounted 26 Men’s hearts a failing them for d worthy to escape all these things fear, and for looking after those that shall come to pass, and to stand things which are coming on the before the e Son of man. earth: for the powers of heaven shall 37 And in the day time he was be b shaken. a teaching in the temple; and at night 27 And then shall they see the Son he went out, and abode in the mount of man coming in a a cloud with that is called the mount of Olives. power and great glory. 38 And all the people came early in 28 And when these things begin to the morning to him in the temple, come to pass, then look up, and lift for to hear him. 20 a Luke 19:43. b tg Astronomy. 1 Thes. 5:4. b Ezek. 38:16 (15–16); 26 a D&C 45:26; 88:91. d tg Procrastination. Rev. 16:16. b Isa. 34:4. 35 a Rev. 3:3; 16:15; c D&C 45:19 (18–21). 27 a Dan. 7:13; D&C 63:15. tg Abomination of D&C 34:7. 36 a tg Watch. Desolation. 28 a D&C 35:26. b tg Prayer. 21 a gr districts or regions. 29 a D&C 35:16 (15–16); c jst Luke 21:36 . . . and 24 a Dan. 12:7. 45:37 (34–38). keep my commandments, tg Israel, Scattering of. 32 a jst Luke 21:32 . . . that ye . . . b tg Israel, Bondage of, this generation, the d tg Worthiness. in Other Lands. generation when the times e jst Luke 21:36 . . . Son c tg Israel, Twelve of the Gentiles be fulfilled, of man when he shall Tribes of. shall not . . . come clothed in the glory d Dan. 9:27 (24–27). 34 a gr debauchery. of his Father. e D&C 45:25. tg Rioting and 37 a Matt. 26:55; tg Gentiles. Reveling. John 8:2 (1–2). 25 a jst Luke 21:24–26 b tg Worldliness. (Appendix). c Luke 17:24; 1317 Luke 22:1–25 Chapter 22 12 And he shall shew you a large upper room furnished: there make Jesus institutes the sacrament—He ready. suffers in Gethsemane and is be- 13 And they went, and found as trayed and arrested—Peter denies he had said unto them: and they knowing Him—Jesus is smitten and made ready the passover. mocked. 14 And when the hour was come, Now the feast of unleavened bread he sat down, and the twelve apos- drew nigh, which is called the tles with him. a Passover. 15 And he said unto them, With 2 And the chief apriests and bscribes desire I have desired to eat this sought how they might ckill him; for passover with you before I suffer: they feared the people. 16 For I say unto you, I will not 3 ¶ Then entered Satan into Ju- any more eat thereof, a until it be das surnamed Iscariot, being of the fulfilled in the kingdom of God. number of the twelve. 17 And he took the cup, and gave 4 And he went his way, and a com- thanks, and said, Take this, and di- muned with the chief priests and vide it among yourselves: captains, how he might betray him 18 For I say unto you, I will not unto them. a drink of the fruit of the vine, un- 5 And they were glad, and cov- til the kingdom of God shall come. enanted to give him a money. 19 ¶ And he took a bread, and gave 6 And he promised, and sought op- thanks, and brake it, and gave unto portunity to betray him unto them them, saying, This is my bbody which in the absence of the multitude. is c given for you: this do in d remem- 7 ¶ Then came the day of a unleav- brance of me. ened bread, when the b passover 20 Likewise also the a cup after must be killed. supper, saying, This cup is the new 8 And he sent aPeter and John, say- b testament in my blood, which is ing, Go and prepare us the passover, shed for you. that we may eat. 21 ¶ But, behold, the hand of him 9 And they said unto him, Where that betrayeth me is with me on wilt thou that we prepare? the table. 10 And he said unto them, Behold, 22 And truly the Son of man goeth, when ye are entered into the city, as it was a determined: but woe unto there shall a man meet you, bear- that man by whom he is b betrayed! ing a pitcher of water; follow him 23 And they began to inquire into the house where he entereth in. among themselves, which of them 11 And ye shall say unto the agood- it was that should do this thing. man of the house, The Master saith 24 ¶ And there was also a a strife unto thee, Where is the guestcham- among them, which of them should ber, where I shall eat the passover be accounted the b greatest. with my disciples? 25 And he said unto them, The 22 1 a tg Passover. 16 a jst Luke 22:16 . . . until Atonement through. 2 a 2 Ne. 10:5. it be fulfilled which is c tg Jesus Christ, tg Priestcraft. written in the prophets Redeemer. b tg Scribe. concerning me. Then I d tg Jesus Christ, Types c Matt. 26:4 (2–5); will partake with you, in of, in Memory. Mark 14:1 (1–2); the . . . 20 a D&C 20:78. 2 Ne. 10:3 (3–6). 18 a Matt. 26:29; b gr covenant. 4 a gr talked, conferred. Mark 14:25; 22 a gr appointed, decreed. 5 a Zech. 11:12. D&C 27:5. tg Foreordination. 7 a tg Bread, Unleavened. 19 a D&C 20:77. b Matt. 26:24; Acts 2:23. b tg Passover. b Mark 14:22; 24 a tg Strife. 8 a Mark 14:13 (12–16). jst Mark 14:20–25 b Matt. 23:11; 11 a gr master; i.e., head of (Appendix); John 6:53. Mark 10:44 (42–45); house or family. tg Jesus Christ, D&C 50:26. Luke 22:26–47 1318 a kings of the Gentiles exercise lord- now, he that hath a purse, let him ship over them; and they that exer- take it, and likewise his scrip: and cise authority upon them are called he that hath no sword, let him sell benefactors. his garment, and buy one. 26 But ye shall not be so: but he 37 For I say unto you, that this that that is greatest among you, let him is written must yet be accomplished be as the younger; and he that is in me, And he was reckoned among chief, as he that doth a serve. the a transgressors: for the things 27 For whether is greater, he that concerning me have an end. sitteth at meat, or he that serveth? 38 And they said, Lord, behold, is not he that sitteth at meat? but I here are two swords. And he said am among you as he that a serveth. unto them, It is enough. 28 Ye are they which have a con- 39 ¶ And he came out, and went, tinued with me in my b temptations. as he was a wont, to the mount of 29 And I appoint unto you a king- Olives; and his disciples also fol- dom, as my Father hath a appointed lowed him. unto me; 40 And when he was at the place, 30 That ye may a eat and drink at he said unto them, Pray that ye en- my table in my kingdom, and sit on ter not into a temptation. thrones b judging the twelve tribes 41 And he was withdrawn from of Israel. them about a stone’s cast, and 31 ¶ And the Lord said, Simon, kneeled down, and prayed, Simon, behold, a Satan hath desired 42 Saying, Father, if thou be will- to b have you, that he may sift you ing, a remove this cup from me: nev- as wheat: ertheless not my b will, but thine, 32 But I have a prayed for thee, be done. that thy faith fail not: and when 43 And there appeared an a angel thou art b converted, c strengthen thy unto him from heaven, strength- brethren. ening him. 33 And he said unto him, Lord, I 44 And being in an a agony he am a ready to go with thee, both into prayed more earnestly: b and his prison, and to death. sweat was as it were great drops of 34 And he said, I tell thee, Peter, c blood falling down to the ground. the cock shall not crow this day, 45 And when he rose up from before that thou shalt a thrice deny prayer, and was come to his disciples, that thou knowest me. he found them sleeping for sorrow, 35 And he said unto them, When I 46 And said unto them, Why sleep sent you without a purse, and scrip, ye? rise and pray, lest ye enter into and shoes, lacked ye any thing? And temptation. they said, Nothing. 47 ¶ And while he yet spake, be- 36 Then said he unto them, But hold a multitude, and he that was 25 a tg Kings, Earthly. of the kingdom as wheat. 37 a Isa. 53:12. 26 a Mosiah 2:18 (14, 18–19). tg Devil. 39 a gr accustomed. 27 a tg Meek; Self-Sacrifice. b tg Test. 40 a tg Temptation. 28 a tg Perseverance. 32 a tg Prayer. 42 a D&C 19:18. b tg Jesus Christ, b Mosiah 3:19. b Moses 4:2 (1–4). Temptation of; Test. tg Conversion. tg God, Will of. 29 a tg Authority. c D&C 108:7. 43 a tg Angels. 30 a Luke 14:15; tg Fellowshipping; 44 a tg Pain. Rev. 19:9. Missionary Work; b jst Luke 22:44 . . . and b Morm. 3:18 (18–20); Sustaining Church he sweat as it were great D&C 29:12. Leaders. drops of blood . . . tg Apostles. 33 a Matt. 26:33. c Mosiah 3:7; 31 a jst Luke 22:31 . . . Satan 34 a Matt. 26:34 (30–35). D&C 19:18. hath desired you, that 35 a Matt. 10:9 (9–10); tg Jesus Christ, he may sift the children D&C 84:78. Atonement through. 1319 Luke 22:48–23:2 called Judas, one of the twelve, went what thou sayest. And immediately, before them, and drew near unto while he yet spake, the cock crew. Jesus to kiss him. 61 And the a Lord turned, and 48 But Jesus said unto him, a Ju- looked upon Peter. And Peter re- das, b betrayest thou the Son of man membered the word of the Lord, with a c kiss? how he had said unto him, Before 49 When they which were about the cock crow, thou shalt deny me him saw what would follow, they thrice. said unto him, Lord, shall we smite 62 And Peter went out, and wept with the sword? bitterly. 50 ¶ And one of them smote the 63 ¶ And the men that held Jesus servant of the high priest, and cut a mocked him, and smote him. off his right ear. 64 And when they had ablindfolded 51 And Jesus answered and said, him, they struck him on the face, Suffer ye thus far. And he touched and asked him, saying, Prophesy, his ear, and a healed him. who is it that smote thee? 52 Then Jesus said unto the chief 65 And many other things blas- priests, and captains of the temple, phemously spake they against him. and the elders, which were come to 66 ¶ And as soon as it was day, him, Be ye come out, as against a a the elders of the people and the thief, with swords and staves? chief priests and the scribes came 53 When I was daily with you in together, and led him into their the temple, ye stretched forth no council, saying, hands against me: but this is your 67 Art thou the aChrist? tell us. And hour, and the power of a darkness. he said unto them, If I tell you, ye 54 ¶ Then took they him, and led will not believe: him, and brought him into the high 68 And if I also ask you, ye will not priest’s house. And Peter followed answer me, nor let me go. afar off. 69 aHereafter shall the bSon of man 55 And when they had kindled a sit on the right hand of the power fire in the midst of the a hall, and of God. were set down together, Peter sat 70 Then said they all, Art thou down among them. then the Son of God? And he said 56 But a certain maid beheld him unto them, Ye say that I am. as he sat by the fire, and earnestly 71 And they said, What need we looked upon him, and said, This any further a witness? for we our- man was also with him. selves have heard of his own mouth. 57 And he denied him, saying, Woman, I know him not. Chapter 23 58 And after a little while another Jesus is taken before Pilate, then to saw him, and said, Thou art also Herod, and then to Pilate again—Bar­ of them. And Peter said, Man, I abbas is released—Jesus is crucified am not. between two thieves—He is buried in 59 And about the space of one hour the tomb of Joseph of Arimathæa. after another confidently affirmed, saying, Of a truth this fellow also And the whole multitude of them was with him: for he is a Galilæan. arose, and led him unto Pilate. 60 And Peter said, Man, I know not 2 And they began to accuse him, 48 a Acts 1:16. 61 a tg Jesus Christ, Lord. Trials of. b tg Jesus Christ, 63 a tg Jesus Christ, 69 a gr From now on. Betrayal of. Trials of; b tg Jesus Christ, c Prov. 27:6. Mocking. Son of Man. 51 a tg Heal. 64 a Matt. 26:68. 71 a tg Jesus Christ, 53 a tg Darkness, Spiritual. 66 a ie the Sanhedrin. Trials of. 55 a gr courtyard. 67 a tg Jesus Christ, Luke 23:3–28 1320 saying, We found this fellow pervert- touching those things whereof ye ing the nation, and forbidding to accuse him: give tribute to a Cæsar, saying that 15 No, nor yet Herod: for I sent you he himself is Christ a b King. to him; and, lo, nothing worthy of 3 And Pilate asked him, saying, Art death is done a unto him. thou the King of the Jews? And he 16 I will therefore chastise him, answered him and said, Thou sayest it. and release him. 4 Then said Pilate to the chief 17 (For of necessity he must a re- priests and to the people, I find no lease one unto them at the feast.) a fault in this man. 18 And they cried out all at once, 5 And they were the more fierce, saying, Away with this man, and saying, He stirreth up the people, release unto us Barabbas: teaching throughout all Jewry, be- 19 (Who for a certain sedition ginning from Galilee to this place. made in the city, and for a murder, 6 When Pilate heard of Galilee, was cast into prison.) he asked whether the man were a 20 Pilate therefore, willing to re- Galilæan. lease Jesus, spake again to them. 7 And as soon as he knew that he 21 But they cried, saying, a Crucify belonged unto Herod’s jurisdiction, him, crucify him. he sent him to Herod, who himself 22 And he said unto them the third also was at Jerusalem at that time. time, Why, what evil hath he done? 8 ¶ And when Herod saw Jesus, I have found a no cause of death in he was exceeding glad: for he was him: I will therefore chastise him, desirous to see him of a long season, and let him go. because he had heard many things 23 And they were a instant with of him; and he hoped to have seen loud voices, brequiring that he might some a miracle done by him. be ccrucified. And the voices of them 9 Then he questioned with him and of the chief priests prevailed. in many words; but he a answered 24 And Pilate gave sentence that it him nothing. should be as they a required. 10 And the chief priests and ascribes 25 And he released unto them him stood and vehemently accused him. that for sedition and a murder was 11 And Herod with his men of war cast into prison, whom they had set him at nought, and amocked him, desired; but he delivered Jesus to and arrayed him in a gorgeous robe, their will. and sent him again to Pilate. 26 And as they led him away, they 12 ¶ And the same day Pilate and laid hold upon one Simon, a Cyre- Herod were made friends together: nian, coming out of the country, and for before they were at enmity be- on him they laid the cross, that he tween themselves. might bear it after Jesus. 13 ¶ And Pilate, when he had called 27 ¶ And there followed him a together the chief priests and the great company of people, and of rulers and the people, women, which also bewailed and 14 Said unto them, Ye have brought lamented him. this man unto me, as one that per- 28 But Jesus turning unto them verteth the people: and, behold, I, said, Daughters of aJerusalem, weep having examined him before you, not for me, but weep for yourselves, have found no fault in this man and for your children. 23 2 a D&C 63:26. 10 a tg Scribe. 22 a Mark 15:9 (6–15). b Alma 5:50. 11 a tg Mocking. 23 a gr urging. 4 a tg Jesus Christ, 15 a gr by. b gr demanding. Trials of. 17 a Matt. 27:15 (15–26). c 2 Ne. 10:3 (3–6). 8 a tg Miracle; 19 a John 18:40. 24 a gr demanded. Sign Seekers. 21 a tg Jesus Christ, 25 a Acts 3:14. 9 a Mosiah 14:7; 15:6. Trials of. 28 a tg Jerusalem. 1321 Luke 23:29–49 29 For, behold, the days are coming, saying, If thou be Christ, save thy- in the which they shall say, Blessed self and us. are the a barren, and the wombs that 40 But the other answering re- never bare, and the paps which buked him, saying, Dost not thou never gave suck. fear God, seeing thou art in the same 30 Then shall they begin to say to condemnation? the a mountains, Fall on us; and 41 And we indeed justly; for we re- to the hills, Cover us. ceive the due a reward of our deeds: 31 For if they do these things in a but this man hath done nothing a green tree, what shall be done in amiss. the b dry ? 42 And he said unto Jesus, Lord, 32 And there were also two other, remember me when thou comest a malefactors, led with him to be into thy kingdom. put to death. 43 And Jesus said unto him, Verily 33 And when they were come to I say unto thee, To day shalt thou the place, which is called Calvary, be with me in a paradise. there they crucified him, and the 44 And it was about the asixth hour, malefactors, one on the right hand, and there was a b darkness over all and the other on the left. the c earth until the ninth hour. 34 ¶ Then a said Jesus, Father, b for- 45 And the sun was darkened, and give them; for they know not what the veil of the temple was rent in c they do. And they parted his d rai- the a midst. ment, and cast lots. 46 ¶ And when Jesus had cried with 35 And the people stood behold- a loud voice, he said, Father, into ing. And the rulers also with them thy hands I a commend my b spirit: a derided him, saying, He saved oth- and having said thus, he c gave up ers; let him save himself, if he be the d ghost. Christ, the b chosen of God. 47 Now when the centurion saw 36 And the soldiers also a mocked what was done, he glorified God, him, coming to him, and offering saying, Certainly this was a a righ- him b vinegar, teous man. 37 And saying, If thou be the king 48 And all the people that came of the Jews, save thyself. together to that sight, beholding 38 And a superscription also was the things which were done, smote written over him in letters of Greek, their breasts, and returned. and Latin, and Hebrew, This Is the 49 And all his acquaintance, and a King of the bJews. the women that followed him from 39 ¶ And one of the malefactors Galilee, stood afar off, beholding which were hanged a railed on him, these things. 29 a Matt. 24:19. do (Meaning the soldiers Paradise; 30 a Hosea 10:8; who crucified him,) . . . Spirits, Disembodied. Rev. 6:16 (14–17). d Ps. 22:18. 44 a 3 Ne. 8:19. 31 a D&C 135:6. 35 a Ps. 22:7. b Amos 8:9; b jst Luke 23:31–32 . . . b tg Jesus Christ, Hel. 14:20. dry tree? This he spake, Relationships with tg Darkness, Physical. signifying the scattering of the Father. c gr earth, region, land, Israel, and the desolation 36 a tg Mocking. or country. of the heathen, or in other b gr sour wine. 45 a gr middle. words, the Gentiles. Ps. 69:21. 46 a tg Commitment. 32 a gr criminals. 38 a D&C 45:53 (51–53). b Ps. 31:5; Isa. 53:9. b Mosiah 15:5. John 10:18 (17–18). 34 a Luke 6:28; 39 a gr blasphemed, tg Man, a Spirit Child Acts 7:60 (53–60). reproached. of Heavenly Father. b tg Benevolence; 41 a tg Reward. c gr expired, ceased Forgive; 43 a John 20:17; breathing, or died. Mercy. Alma 40:21 (11–14, 21). d tg Death. c jst Luke 23:35 . . . they tg Immortality; 47 a tg Righteousness. Luke 23:50–24:18 1322 50 ¶ And, behold, there was a man they said unto them, Why seek ye named Joseph, a a counsellor; and he the living among the dead? was a good man, and a just: 6 He is not here, but is a risen: re- 51 (The same had not consented member how he spake unto you to the counsel and deed of them;) when he was yet in Galilee, he was of Arimathæa, a city of the 7 Saying, The Son of man must be Jews: who also himself waited for delivered into the hands of sinful the kingdom of God. men, and be crucified, and the third 52 This man went unto Pilate, and day rise again. a begged the body of Jesus. 8 And they remembered his words, 53 And he took it down, and 9 And returned from the sepulchre, wrapped it in linen, and laid it in a and told all these things unto the a sepulchre that was hewn in stone, eleven, and to all the rest. wherein never man before was laid. 10 It was Mary Magdalene, and 54 And that day was the a prepa- Joanna, and Mary the mother of ration, and the sabbath drew on. James, and other women that were 55 And the women also, which with them, which told these things came with him from Galilee, fol- unto the apostles. lowed after, and beheld the a sep- 11 And their words seemed to ulchre, and how his body was laid. them as idle tales, and they believed 56 And they returned, and pre- them not. pared spices and ointments; and 12 Then arose Peter, and ran unto a rested the sabbath day according the sepulchre; and stooping down, to the commandment. he beheld the linen clothes laid by themselves, and departed, wonder- Chapter 24 ing in himself at that which was Angels announce the resurrection of come to pass. Christ—He walks on the Emmaus 13 ¶ And, behold, two of them went road—He appears with a body of flesh that same day to a village called and bones, eats food, testifies of His di- Emmaus, which was from Jerusalem vinity, and promises the Holy Ghost— a about threescore furlongs. He ascends into heaven. 14 And they talked together of all these things which had hap- Now upon the first day of the week, pened. very early in the morning, they came 15 And it came to pass, that, while unto the a sepulchre, bringing the they a communed together and rea- spices which they had prepared, soned, bJesus himself drew near, and and certain others with them. went with them. 2 aAnd they found the stone rolled 16 But their eyes were aholden that away from the sepulchre. they should not know him. 3 And they entered in, and found 17 And he said unto them, What not the body of the Lord Jesus. manner of communications are these 4 And it came to pass, as they were that ye have one to another, as ye much perplexed thereabout, behold, walk, and are sad? two men stood by them in shining 18 And the one of them, whose garments: name was a Cleopas, answering said 5 And as they were afraid, and unto him, Art thou only a stranger bowed down their faces to the earth, in Jerusalem, and hast not known 50 a ie member of the 24 1 a Luke 23:55. 15 a or talked. Sanhedrin, senator. 2 a jst Luke 24:2–4 b tg Jesus Christ, 52 a gr requested. (Appendix). Appearances, 53 a John 19:41; 1 Ne. 19:10; 6 a tg Jesus Christ, Postmortal. 2 Ne. 25:13. Resurrection. 16 a gr restrained. 54 a tg Passover. 13 a The distance here Heb. 13:2; Ether 3:25; 55 a Luke 24:1 (1–3). indicated is about 7½ D&C 25:4. 56 a tg Rest. miles or 12 kilometers. 18 a John 19:25. 1323 Luke 24:19–41 the things which are come to pass evening, and the day is far spent. there in these days? And he went in to tarry with them. 19 And he said unto them, What 30 And it came to pass, as he sat things? And they said unto him, at meat with them, he took bread, Concerning Jesus of Nazareth, which and blessed it, and brake, and gave was a prophet mighty in deed and to them. word before God and all the people: 31 And their eyes were opened, 20 And how the chief priests and and they knew him; and he van- our rulers delivered him to be con- ished out of their sight. demned to death, and have cruci- 32 And they said one to another, fied him. Did not our a heart b burn within 21 But we trusted that it had been us, while he c talked with us by the he which should have redeemed way, and while he opened to us the Israel: and beside all this, to day scriptures? is the third day since these things 33 And they rose up the same hour, were done. and returned to Jerusalem, and 22 Yea, and certain women also of found the eleven gathered together, our company made us astonished, and them that were with them, which were early at the sepulchre; 34 Saying, The Lord is risen indeed, 23 And when they found not his and hath a appeared to b Simon. body, they came, saying, that they 35 And they told what things were had also seen a vision of angels, done in the way, and how he was which said that he was alive. known of them in breaking of bread. 24 And certain of them which were 36 ¶ And as they thus spake, Jesus with us went to the sepulchre, and himself a stood in the midst of them, found it even so as the women had and saith unto them, b Peace be unto said: but him they saw not. you. 25 Then he said unto them, O 37 But they were terrified and a fools, and slow of b heart to c believe affrighted, and supposed that they all that the prophets have spoken: had seen a spirit. 26 Ought not Christ to have suf- 38 And he said unto them, Why are fered these things, and to enter into ye troubled? and why do a thoughts his glory ? arise in your hearts? 27 And beginning at a Moses and 39 Behold my hands and my feet, all the b prophets, he c expounded that it is I myself: a handle me, and unto them in all the d scriptures the see; for a b spirit hath not c flesh and things concerning himself. bones, as ye d see me have. 28 And they drew nigh unto the 40 And when he had thus spoken, village, whither they went: and he shewed them his hands and his he made as though he would have feet. gone further. 41 And while they yet believed 29 But they constrained him, say- not for joy, and a wondered, he said ing, Abide with us: for it is toward unto them, Have ye here any meat? 25 a gr unwise. b tg Teaching with the b tg Man, Potential to b Matt. 14:31; Spirit. Become like Heavenly Mark 4:40; 16:14. c tg Jesus Christ, Father; c Luke 1:20 (19–20); 12:29; Teaching Mode of. Spirits, Disembodied. Alma 22:7. 34 a tg Jesus Christ, Appear- c D&C 129:2. 27 a John 5:46. ances, Postmortal. tg God, Body of, b Acts 3:18 (18–21); b 1 Cor. 15:5 (3–8). Corporeal Nature; 1 Pet. 1:10 (1–16). 36 a tg Jesus Christ, Jesus Christ, Appear- c tg Scriptures, Study of. Appearances, ances, Postmortal; d tg Jesus Christ, Postmortal. Resurrection. Prophecies about. b D&C 19:23. d tg God, Knowledge 32 a D&C 9:8. 38 a or doubts, hesitations. about. tg Heart. 39 a 3 Ne. 11:14 (12–15). 41 a gr marveled. LUKE 24:42–JOHN 1:3 1324 42 And they gave him a piece of a in his name among all nations, be- broiled fish, and of an honeycomb. ginning at Jerusalem. 43 And he took it, and did eat be- 48 And ye are a witnesses of these fore them. things. 44 And he said unto them, These 49 ¶ And, behold, I send the aprom- are the words which I spake unto ise of my Father upon you: but tarry you, while I was yet with you, that ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye all things must be a fulfilled, which be bendued with power from on high. were written in the law of Moses, and 50 ¶ And he led them out as far in the prophets, and in the psalms, as to Bethany, and he lifted up his concerning me. hands, and blessed them. 45 Then opened he their a under- 51 And it came to pass, while he standing, that they might under- blessed them, he was parted from stand the scriptures, them, and a carried up into heaven. 46 And said unto them, Thus it is 52 And they worshipped him, and written, and thus it a behoved Christ returned to Jerusalem with great joy: to suffer, and to b rise from the dead 53 And were continually in the the third day: a temple, praising and blessing God. 47 And that a repentance and b re- Amen. mission of sins should be c preached THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO ST JOHN CHAPTER 1 I N the b beginning was the Word, a and the cWord was with God, and Christ is the Word of God—He created the d Word was e God. all things and was made flesh—John 2 The same was in the a beginning baptizes Jesus and testifies that He is with God. the Lamb of God—John, Andrew, Si- 3 All things were a made by him; mon, Philip, and Nathanael believe in and without him was not any thing Christ and follow Him. made that was made. 44 a TG Jesus Christ, D&C 20:8; 38:32 (32, 38). Messenger of the Prophecies about. 51 a TG Jesus Christ, Covenant; 45 a TG Understanding. Ascension of. Jesus Christ, 46 a GR was necessary for, 53 a Acts 2:46. Relationships with proper for. the Father. b TG Resurrection. [ JOHN ] d TG Jesus Christ, Jehovah. 47 a TG Repent. Title: JST entitles this book e TG Jesus Christ, b D&C 137:6. “The Testimony of Authority of. TG Forgive; St. John.” 2 a 1 Jn. 1:1. Remission of Sins. 1 1 a JST John 1:1–34 TG Man, Antemortal c TG Apostles; (Appendix). Existence of. Mission of Early Saints. b D&C 76:39. 3 a TG Creation; 48 a Acts 1:8; 22:15 (14–16); TG Jesus Christ, God, Power of; D&C 27:12. Firstborn; Jesus Christ, Creator; TG Witness. Jesus Christ, Jesus Christ, Mission of; 49 a TG Promise. Foreordained. Jesus Christ, Power of. b OR clothed, invested. c TG Jesus Christ, 1325 John 1:4–25 4 In him was a life; and the life was whom I spake, He that cometh af- the b light of men. ter me is preferred before me: for 5 And the a light shineth in b dark- he was before me. ness; and the darkness c compre- 16 And of his a fulness have all we hended it not. received, and b grace for grace. 6 ¶ There was a man sent from 17 a For the b law was given by God, whose name was aJohn. Moses, but c grace and d truth came 7 The same came for a a witness, to by Jesus Christ. bear b witness of the Light, that all 18 No a man hath b seen God c at any men through him might c believe. time; the only begotten Son, which 8 He was not that Light, but was is in the bosom of the Father, he sent to bear witness of that Light. hath d declared him. 9 That was the true a Light, which 19 ¶ And this is the record of b lighteth c every man that cometh a John, when the Jews sent priests into the world. and Levites from Jerusalem to ask 10 He was in the a world, and the him, Who art thou? b world was c made by him, and the 20 And he confessed, and denied world d knew him not. not; but confessed, I am not the 11 He came unto his own, and his Christ. own a received him not. 21 And they asked him, What then? 12 But as many as a received him, Art thou a Elias? And he saith, I am to them gave he b power to become not. Art thou that prophet? And he the c sons of God, even to them that answered, No. believe on his d name: 22 Then said they unto him, Who 13 Which were aborn, not of blood, art thou? that we may give an an- nor of the will of the flesh, nor of swer to them that sent us. What the will of man, but of God. sayest thou of thyself? 14 And the Word was made a flesh, 23 He said, I am the a voice of one and b dwelt among us, (and we c be- crying in the wilderness, Make held his d glory, the glory as of the b straight the c way of the Lord, as e only f begotten of the Father,) full said the prophet Esaias. of g grace and truth. 24 And they which were sent were 15 ¶ John bare a witness of him, of the Pharisees. and cried, saying, This was he of 25 And they asked him, and said 4 a 1 Jn. 5:11 (10–21). b gr authority, right, f D&C 76:23. b tg Jesus Christ, Light of privilege. g D&C 66:12. the World; Light [noun]. D&C 11:30. 15 a John 5:33. 5 a D&C 6:21; 34:2; 45:7. tg Jesus Christ, Power of. 16 a Col. 2:10. b tg Darkness, Spiritual. c D&C 39:4 (3–6). b D&C 93:12. c 1 Cor. 2:11 (10–14); tg Sons and Daughters 17 a jst John 1:17–18 D&C 45:29. of God. (Appendix). 6 a 1 Ne. 11:27. d tg Name. b tg Law of Moses. 7 a John 19:35 (35–37). 13 a tg Holy Ghost, Baptism of. c tg Grace. b D&C 66:7. 14 a tg Flesh and Blood; God, d tg Truth. c John 20:31 (30–31). Manifestations of; Jesus 18 a D&C 67:11; 84:22. 9 a John 12:46. Christ, Birth of; Jesus b tg God, Privilege of tg Intelligence; Jesus Christ, Condescension of. Seeing. Christ, Light of the b tg God, Presence of. c jst John 1:19 . . . at any World; Light of Christ. c Matt. 17:2 (1–9); time, except he hath borne b tg Discernment, Luke 1:2; record of the Son; for except Spiritual. John 19:35; 21:24; it is through him no man c D&C 84:46. Acts 5:32; 26:16; can be saved. 10 a tg World. 2 Pet. 1:16 (16–19); d Luke 10:22. b tg Creation. D&C 93:11. 19 a Luke 3:15 (15–16). c tg Jesus Christ, Creator. d Heb. 1:3. 21 a Mal. 4:5 (5–6). d Isa. 53:3. tg Glory; 23 a Matt. 3:3; Mark 1:3; 11 a 3 Ne. 9:16; D&C 6:21. Jesus Christ, Glory of. Luke 3:4. 12 a D&C 25:1. e tg Jesus Christ, b D&C 84:28. tg Teachable. Divine Sonship. c D&C 65:1. John 1:26–48 1326 unto him, Why baptizest thou then, 37 And the two disciples heard if thou be not that Christ, nor Elias, him speak, and they followed Jesus. neither that prophet? 38 Then Jesus turned, and saw them 26 John answered them, saying, following, and saith unto them, What I baptize with a water: but there seek ye? They said unto him, Rabbi, standeth one among you, whom ye (which is to say, being interpreted, know not; Master,) where dwellest thou? 27 aHe it is, who coming after me is 39 He saith unto them, Come and preferred before me, whose b shoe’s see. They came and saw where he latchet I am not worthy to unloose. dwelt, and abode with him that day: 28 These things were done in for it was about the tenth hour. a Betha­bara beyond Jordan, where 40 One of the two which heard John was baptizing. John speak, and a followed him, was 29 ¶ The next day John seeth Jesus Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother. coming unto him, and saith, Behold 41 He first findeth his own brother the a Lamb of God, which taketh Simon, and saith unto him, We have away the b sin of the world. found the a Messias, which is, being 30 This is he of whom I said, After interpreted, the Christ. me cometh a man which is preferred 42 And he brought him to Jesus. before me: for he was before me. And when Jesus beheld him, he said, 31 And I knew him not: but that Thou art Simon the son of Jona: thou he should be made manifest to Is- shalt be called a Cephas, which is by rael, therefore am I come baptizing interpretation, A stone. with water. 43 ¶ The day following Jesus would 32 And John a bare record, saying, go forth into Galilee, and findeth I saw the b Spirit descending from Philip, and saith unto him, Follow me. heaven like a c dove, and it abode 44 Now Philip was of Bethsaida, upon him. the city of Andrew and Peter. 33 aAnd I knew him not: but he 45 Philip findeth Nathanael, and that sent me to baptize with water, saith unto him, We have found him, the same said unto me, Upon whom of whom a Moses in the law, and the thou shalt see the Spirit descending, prophets, did b write, Jesus of Naza- and remaining on him, the same is reth, the son of Joseph. he which baptizeth with the bHoly 46 And Nathanael said unto him, Ghost. Can there any good thing come out 34 And I saw, and bare arecord that of Nazareth? Philip saith unto him, this is the Son of God. Come and see. 35 ¶ Again the next day after John 47 Jesus saw a Nathanael coming to stood, and two of his disciples; him, and saith of him, Behold an Is- 36 And looking upon Jesus as he raelite indeed, in whom is no bguile! walked, he saith, Behold the a Lamb 48 Nathanael saith unto him, of God! Whence knowest thou me? Jesus 26 a D&C 52:10. b tg Jesus Christ, which is, by interpreta- 27 a jst John 1:28 (Appendix). Baptism of. tion, a seer, or a stone. b gr sandal strap. c tg Holy Ghost, Dove, And they were fishermen. 28 a 1 Ne. 10:9. Sign of. And they straightway left 29 a tg Jesus Christ, 33 a jst John 1:32 And I knew all, and followed Jesus. Lamb of God; him; for he who sent Matt. 16:18; Jesus Christ, Redeemer; me . . . Luke 6:14; Jesus Christ, Types of, in b tg Holy Ghost, Gal. 2:9. Anticipation; Baptism of. 45 a tg Jesus Christ, Passover. 34 a tg Testimony. Prophecies about. b tg Jesus Christ, 36 a tg Passover. b tg Record Keeping. Atonement through; 40 a tg Apostles. 47 a D&C 41:11. Redemption; 41 a tg Jesus Christ, Messiah. b gr deceit, fraud. Sin. 42 a gr Stone, Pebble. tg Guile. 32 a D&C 93:11. jst John 1:42 . . . Cephas, 1327 John 1:49–2:19 answered and said unto him, Before 9 When the ruler of the feast had that Philip called thee, when thou tasted the water that was made wine, wast under the fig tree, I saw thee. and knew not whence it was: (but 49 Nathanael answered and saith the servants which drew the water unto him, Rabbi, thou art the a Son knew;) the governor of the feast of God; thou art the b King of Israel. called the bridegroom, 50 Jesus answered and said unto 10 And saith unto him, Every man him, Because I said unto thee, I saw at the beginning doth set forth good thee under the fig tree, believest wine; and when men have well thou? thou shalt see greater things drunk, then that which is worse: than these. but thou hast kept the good wine 51 And he saith unto him, Verily, until now. verily, I say unto you, Hereafter ye 11 This a beginning of b miracles shall see heaven open, and the angels did Jesus in Cana of Galilee, and of God ascending and descending manifested forth his glory; and his upon the Son of man. disciples believed on him. 12 ¶ After this he went down to Chapter 2 Capernaum, he, and his mother, and Jesus turns water into wine in Cana— his a brethren, and his disciples: and He attends the Passover, cleanses the they continued there not many days. temple, foretells His death and resur- 13 ¶ And the Jews’ passover was rection, and performs miracles. at hand, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem, And the a third day there was a mar- 14 And found in the temple those riage in Cana of Galilee; and the that sold oxen and sheep and mother of Jesus was there: doves, and the changers of a money 2 And both Jesus was called, and sitting: his disciples, to the marriage. 15 And when he had made a 3 And when they wanted wine, a scourge of small cords, he drove the mother of Jesus saith unto him, them all out of the temple, and the They have no wine. sheep, and the oxen; and poured out 4 Jesus saith unto her, a Woman, the changers’ money, and overthrew what have I to do with thee? mine the tables; hour is not yet come. 16 And said unto them that sold 5 His mother saith unto the ser- doves, Take these things hence; make vants, Whatsoever he saith unto not my Father’s house an house of you, do it. merchandise. 6 And there were set there six wa- 17 And his disciples remembered terpots of stone, after the manner that it was written, The azeal of thine of the a purifying of the Jews, con- house hath b eaten me up. taining two or three firkins apiece. 18 ¶ Then answered the Jews and 7 Jesus saith unto them, Fill the said unto him, What a sign shewest waterpots with water. And they thou unto us, seeing that thou doest filled them up to the brim. these things? 8 And he saith unto them, Draw 19 Jesus answered and said unto out now, and bear unto the gover- them, Destroy this a temple, and in nor of the feast. And they bare it. three days I will b raise it up. 49 a tg God, Body of, yet come. Matt. 21:12–16. Corporeal Nature. tg Woman. 17 a tg Zeal. b tg Jesus Christ, Messiah. 6 a tg Purification. b gr consumed me. 2 1 a jst John 2:1 . . . third 11 a John 4:54. 18 a tg Sign Seekers. day of the week . . . b tg Miracle. 19 a Matt. 26:61; 4 a jst John 2:4 . . . Woman, 12 a tg Jesus Christ, 27:40, 63 (62–66); what wilt thou have me Family of. Mark 14:58. to do for thee? that will I 14 a Ps. 69:9. b tg Jesus Christ, Resur- do; for mine hour is not 15 a gr whip. rection; Resurrection. John 2:20–3:14 1328 20 Then said the Jews, Forty and 3 Jesus answered and said unto six years was this a temple in build- him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, ing, and wilt thou rear it up in Except a man be a born b again, he three days? cannot c see the kingdom of God. 21 But he spake of the temple of 4 Nicodemus saith unto him, How his body. can a man be born when he is old? 22 When therefore he was risen can he enter the second time into from the dead, his disciples re- his mother’s womb, and be born? membered that he had said this 5 Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I unto them; and they believed the say unto thee, Except a man be aborn scripture, and the word which Jesus of b water and of the c Spirit, he can- had said. not d enter into the kingdom of God. 23 ¶ Now when he was in Jerusa- 6 That which is born of the flesh lem at the a passover, in the feast day, is flesh; and that which is born of many believed in his b name, when the Spirit is spirit. they saw the cmiracles which he did. 7 Marvel not that I said unto thee, 24 But Jesus did not a commit him- Ye must be a born again. self unto them, because he b knew 8 The a wind bloweth where it all c men, listeth, and thou hearest the sound 25 And needed not that any should thereof, but canst not tell whence testify of man: for he a knew what it cometh, and whither it goeth: was in b man. so is every one that is born of the b Spirit. Chapter 3 9 Nicodemus answered and said unto him, How can these things be? Jesus tells Nicodemus that men must 10 Jesus answered and said unto be born again—God so loved the world him, Art thou a master of Israel, and that He sent His Only Begotten Son to knowest not these things? save men—John the Baptist testifies 11 a Verily, verily, I say unto thee, that he that believes on the Son has We speak that we do know, and everlasting life. b testify that we have seen; and ye There was a man of the Pharisees, receive not our witness. named a Nicodemus, a b ruler of the 12 If I have told you earthly things, Jews: and ye a believe not, how shall ye be- 2 The same came to Jesus by night, lieve, if I tell you of heavenly things? and said unto him, Rabbi, we know 13 And no man hath a ascended up that thou art a teacher come from to heaven, but he that b came down God: for no man can do these a mira­ from heaven, even the c Son of man cles that thou doest, except b God be which is in heaven. with him. 14 ¶ And as Moses lifted up the 20 a tg Temple. Luke 11:20; b Eccl. 11:5. 23 a tg Passover. Acts 2:22; 10:38. 11 a The Greek construction b tg Name. 3 a tg Man, New, suggests that verses c tg Miracle; Spiritually Reborn. 11–21 contain a direct Signs. b gr from above, anew. quotation. This testi­ 24 a gr entrust. c D&C 56:18. mony of Jesus was b Luke 6:8. 5 a tg Holy Ghost, given to a member of c jst John 2:24 . . . things, Baptism of. the Sanhedrin. 25 a Matt. 12:25; b tg Baptism; b tg Testimony. Luke 11:17; Baptism, Essential. 12 a tg Faith. John 6:61. c tg Holy Ghost, 13 a tg Jesus Christ, b D&C 62:1. Mission of. Ascension of. 3 1 a John 7:50; 19:39. d 1 Cor. 6:9; 15:50. b John 6:62. b John 7:26. 7 a tg Man, Natural, Not tg Jesus Christ, 2 a tg Miracle. Spiritually Reborn. Condescension of. b Ex. 8:19; 8 a gr wind, spirit. c Moses 6:57. 1329 John 3:15–33 a serpent in the wilderness, even so in Ænon near to Salim, because must the b Son of man be lifted up: there was much a water there: and 15 That whosoever believeth in they came, and were b baptized. him should not perish, but have 24 For John was not yet cast into eternal life. prison. 16 ¶ For a God so b loved the c world, 25 ¶ Then there arose a question that he d gave his e only begotten between some of John’s disciples and f Son, that whosoever g believeth in the Jews about purifying. him should not perish, but have 26 And they came unto John, and h everlasting i life. said unto him, Rabbi, he that was 17 For God a sent not his Son into with thee beyond Jordan, to whom the world to b condemn the world; thou barest witness, behold, the but that the world through him same baptizeth, a and all men come might be c saved. to him. 18 ¶ He that believeth on him is 27 John answered and said, A man not condemned: but he that a be- can a receive nothing, except it be lieveth not is condemned already, given him from heaven. because he hath not believed in the 28 Ye yourselves bear me witness, b name of the only begotten c Son that I said, I am not the Christ, of God. but that I am sent before him. 19 And this is the condemnation, 29 He that hath the bride is the that a light is come into the world, bridegroom: but the friend of the and men loved bdarkness rather than bridegroom, which standeth and light, because their cdeeds were evil. heareth him, rejoiceth greatly be- 20 For every one that doeth a evil cause of the bridegroom’s voice: this b hateth the light, neither cometh my joy therefore is fulfilled. to the light, lest his deeds should 30 He must increase, but I must be reproved. decrease. 21 But he that adoeth btruth cometh 31 He that cometh from a above is to the c light, that his deeds may above all: he that is of the earth is be made manifest, that they are earthly, and speaketh of the earth: wrought in God. he that cometh from heaven is 22 ¶ After these things came Jesus above all. and his disciples into the land of 32 And what he hath seen and Judæa; and there he tarried with heard, that he a testifieth; and no them, and a baptized. man receiveth his testimony. 23 ¶ And John also was baptizing 33 He that hath received his 14 a 2 Ne. 25:20. Sonship. Secret Combinations. tg Jesus Christ, g tg Faith. c D&C 10:21; 29:45. Prophecies about; h D&C 45:5. 20 a tg Evil. Jesus Christ, Types i 1 Jn. 4:9. b tg Hate. of, in Anticipation; 17 a D&C 49:5; 132:24 (24, 59). 21 a tg Good Works. Symbolism. tg Jesus Christ, Messen- b tg Truth. b tg Jesus Christ, Son of ger of the Covenant. c tg Discernment, Man. b Luke 9:56 (54–56). Spiritual. 16 a tg God the Father, c tg Jesus Christ, 22 a John 4:2 (1–2); Elohim. Atonement through. jst John 4:1–4 b tg God, Love of; 18 a tg Unbelief. (Appendix). Love; b tg Name. 23 a tg Baptism, Immersion. Mercy; c jst John 3:18 . . . Son of b tg Baptism. Worth of Souls. God, which before was 26 a jst John 3:27 . . . and he c tg World. preached by the mouth of receiveth of all people who d tg God, Gifts of; the holy prophets; come unto him. Jesus Christ, Redeemer. for they testified of me. 27 a James 1:17 (17–18). e Gen. 22:2 (1–14); 19 a tg Light [noun]; 31 a John 8:23. Jacob 4:5. Light of Christ. 32 a tg Testimony. f tg Jesus Christ, Divine b tg Darkness, Spiritual; John 3:34–4:18 1330 testi­mony hath a set to his b seal that 8 (For his disciples were gone away God is true. unto the city to buy meat.) 34 For he whom God hath sent 9 Then saith the woman of Sa- a speaketh the words of God: b for maria unto him, How is it that thou, God giveth not the Spirit by mea- being a Jew, askest drink of me, sure unto him. which am a woman of Samaria? for 35 The Father loveth the a Son, and the Jews have no dealings with the hath bgiven all cthings into his hand. a Samaritans. 36 a He that believeth on the Son 10 Jesus answered and said unto hath b everlasting life: and he that her, If thou knewest the a gift of God, c believeth not the Son shall not see and who it is that saith to thee, Give life; but the d wrath of God abideth me to drink; thou wouldest have on him. asked of him, and he would have given thee b living water. Chapter 4 11 The woman saith unto him, Sir, thou hast nothing to draw with, and Jesus teaches a woman of Samaria— the well is deep: from whence then All must worship the Father in spirit hast thou that living water? and truth—Those who harvest souls 12 Art thou greater than our father gain eternal life—Many Samaritans Jacob, which gave us the well, and believe—Jesus heals a nobleman’s son. drank thereof himself, and his chil- a When therefore the Lord knew how dren, and his cattle? the Pharisees had heard that Jesus 13 Jesus answered and said unto made and baptized more disciples her, Whosoever drinketh of this than John, water shall thirst again: 2 (Though Jesus himself a baptized 14 But whosoever drinketh of the not, but his disciples,) water that I shall give him shall 3 He left Judæa, and departed again never a thirst; but the water that I into Galilee. shall give him shall be in him a well 4 And he must needs go through of water b springing up into c ever- Samaria. lasting life. 5 Then cometh he to a city of Sa- 15 The woman saith unto him, Sir, maria, which is called Sychar, near give me this water, that I thirst not, to the parcel of ground that Jacob neither come hither to draw. gave to his son aJoseph. 16 Jesus saith unto her, Go, call thy 6 Now Jacob’s well was there. Jesus husband, and come hither. therefore, being wearied with his 17 The woman answered and said, journey, sat thus on the well: and I have no husband. Jesus said unto it was about the sixth hour. her, Thou hast well said, I have no 7 There cometh a woman of Sa- husband: maria to draw water: Jesus saith 18 For thou hast had five hus- unto her, Give me to drink. bands; and he whom thou now hast 33 a or declared that, c tg Jesus Christ, 4 1 a jst John 4:1–4 certified that. Power of. (Appendix). b tg Seal. 36 a jst John 3:36 And he 2 a John 3:22 (22, 26). 34 a Isa. 61:1. who believeth on the 5 a tg Israel, Joseph, tg Jesus Christ, Son hath everlasting People of. Teaching Mode of. life; and shall receive of 9 a 2 Kgs. 17:29; b jst John 3:34 . . . for his fullness. But he who Luke 10:33. God giveth him not the believeth not the Son, 10 a tg God, Gifts of. Spirit by measure, for he shall not receive of his b tg Living Water. dwelleth in him, even the fullness; for the wrath of 14 a Ps. 42:2 (1–3); fullness. God is upon him. 143:6 (5–12); 35 a tg Jesus Christ, Divine b tg Eternal Life. Isa. 55:1 (1–3); Sonship. c gr disbelieves, disobeys, John 6:35; 7:37 (37–39). b tg Jesus Christ, is uncompliant to. b D&C 63:23. Authority of. d tg God, Indignation of. c tg Immortality. 1331 John 4:19–42 is not thy husband: in that saidst 31 ¶ In the mean while his disci- thou truly. ples prayed him, saying, Master, eat. 19 The woman saith unto him, Sir, 32 But he said unto them, I have I perceive that thou art a a prophet. meat to eat that ye know not of. 20 Our fathers worshipped in a this 33 Therefore said the disciples one mountain; and ye say, that in Jeru- to another, Hath any man brought salem is the place where men ought him ought to eat? to worship. 34 Jesus saith unto them, My meat 21 Jesus saith unto her, Woman, is to do the a will of him that sent believe me, the hour cometh, when me, and to finish his b work. ye shall neither in this mountain, 35 Say not ye, There are yet four nor yet at Jerusalem, worship the months, and then cometh harvest? Father. behold, I say unto you, Lift up your 22 Ye worship ye a know not what: eyes, and look on the a fields; for we know what we worship: for sal- they are white already to b harvest. vation is of the Jews. 36 And he that reapeth receiveth 23 But the hour cometh, and now a wages, and gathereth fruit unto life is, when the true worshippers shall eternal: that both he that soweth a worship the Father in spirit and in and he that reapeth may b rejoice b truth: for the Father seeketh such together. to worship him. 37 And herein is that saying true, 24 a God is a b Spirit: and they that One a soweth, and another reapeth. worship him must worship him in 38 I sent you to a reap that whereon spirit and in c truth. ye bestowed no labour: b other men 25 The woman saith unto him, I laboured, and ye are entered into know that a Messias cometh, which their labours. is called Christ: when he is come, 39 ¶ And many of the Samaritans he will b tell us all things. of that city believed on him for 26 Jesus saith unto her, aI that speak the saying of the woman, which unto thee am he. testified, He told me all that ever 27 ¶ And upon this came his disci- I did. ples, and marvelled that he talked 40 So when the Samaritans were with the woman: yet no man said, come unto him, they besought him What seekest thou? or, Why talkest that he would tarry with them: and thou with her? he abode there two days. 28 The woman then left her wa- 41 And many more believed be- terpot, and went her way into the cause of his own word; city, and saith to the men, 42 And said unto the woman, 29 Come, see a man, which told Now we believe, not because of me all things that ever I did: is not thy saying: for we have heard him this the Christ? ourselves, and know that this is in- 30 Then they went out of the city, deed the a Christ, the b Saviour of the and came unto him. world. 19 a 1 Ne. 22:20. 25 a tg Jesus Christ, Messiah. tg God, Will of. 20 a Deut. 11:29. b Deut. 18:18. b John 9:4 (1–4). 22 a D&C 93:19 (1–20). 26 a The term I Am used 35 a Alma 26:5; tg Ignorance. here in the Greek is D&C 4:4; 33:3. 23 a tg Worship. identical with the b tg Missionary Work. b Ps. 145:18 (1–21). Septuagint usage in 36 a tg Wages. 24 a jst John 4:26 For unto Ex. 3:14 which identifies b D&C 18:16 (13–16); such hath God promised Jehovah. 50:22 (17–22). his Spirit. And they John 8:58. 37 a 1 Cor. 3:6 (5–8). who worship him, must tg Jesus Christ, Jehovah. 38 a tg Harvest. worship in spirit and in 34 a Luke 2:49; John 6:38–39; b jst John 4:40 . . . the truth. 8:29; see jst Matt. 27:54 prophets have labored . . . b D&C 93:33; 130:22. . . . Father, it is finished, 42 a tg Jesus Christ, Messiah. c tg Truth. thy will is done . . . b D&C 66:1. John 4:43–5:11 1332 43 ¶ Now after two days he de- Chapter 5 parted thence, and went into Galilee. 44 For Jesus himself testified, that Jesus heals an invalid on the Sabbath— a prophet hath no honour in his He explains why men must honor the own country. Son—Jesus promises to take the gospel 45 Then when he was come into to the dead—Man is resurrected, judged, Galilee, the Galilæans received him, and assigned his glory by the Son—Jesus having seen all the things that he obeys the divine law of witnesses. did at Jerusalem at the feast: for After this there was a a feast of the they also went unto the feast. Jews; and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. 46 So Jesus came again into Cana 2 Now there is at Jerusalem by the of Galilee, where he made the wa- sheep market a pool, which is called ter wine. And there was a certain in the Hebrew tongue Bethesda, nobleman, whose son was sick at having five porches. a Capernaum. 3 In these lay a great multitude 47 When he heard that Jesus was of impotent folk, of blind, halt, come out of Judæa into Galilee, he withered, waiting for the moving went unto him, and besought him of the water. that he would come down, and heal 4 For an angel went down at a his son: for he was at the point of certain season into the pool, and death. troubled the water: whosoever then 48 Then said Jesus unto him, Ex- first after the troubling of the wa- cept ye see a signs and wonders, ye ter stepped in was made whole of will not believe. whatsoever disease he had. 49 The nobleman saith unto him, 5 And a certain man was there, Sir, come down ere my child die. which had an infirmity thirty and 50 Jesus saith unto him, Go thy eight years. way; thy son a liveth. And the man 6 When Jesus saw him lie, and believed the word that Jesus had knew that he had been now a long spoken unto him, and he went his time in that case, he saith unto him, way. Wilt thou be made whole? 51 And as he was now going down, 7 The impotent man answered his servants met him, and told him, him, Sir, I have no man, when the saying, Thy son liveth. water is troubled, to put me into 52 Then inquired he of them the the pool: but while I am coming, hour when he began to amend. another steppeth down before me. And they said unto him, Yester- 8 Jesus saith unto him, a Rise, take day at the seventh hour the fever up thy bed, and walk. left him. 9 And immediately the man was 53 So the father knew that it was made a whole, and took up his bed, at the same hour, in the which Jesus and walked: and on the same day said unto him, Thy son liveth: and was the b sabbath. a himself believed, and his whole 10 ¶ The Jews therefore said unto house. him that was cured, It is the a sab- 54 This is again the asecond miracle bath day: it is not lawful for thee that Jesus did, when he was come to carry thy bed. out of Judæa into Galilee. 11 He answered them, He that made me whole, the same said unto me, Take up thy bed, and walk. 46 a Luke 4:23 (23–24). Gospels (Byzantine) identification. 48 a tg Sign Seekers. read “the feast,” tg Passover. 50 a tg Heal. implicitly the 8 a John 7:23. 53 a gr he himself. Passover. See also 9 a tg Heal. 54 a John 2:11. Matt. 26:5. Some b Matt. 12:1 (1–14). 5 1 a The Koine Greek earlier manuscripts 10 a Luke 6:2. manuscripts of the do not make this tg Sabbath. 1333 John 5:12–30 12 Then asked they him, What man 21 For as the Father araiseth up the is that which said unto thee, Take dead, and b quickeneth them; even so up thy bed, and walk? the Son quickeneth whom he will. 13 And he that was healed a wist 22 For the Father judgeth no man, not who it was: for Jesus had con- but hath a committed all b judgment veyed himself away, a multitude unto the Son: being in that place. 23 That all men should a honour 14 Afterward Jesus findeth him the Son, even as they honour the in the temple, and said unto him, Father. He that b honoureth not the Behold, thou art made whole: sin Son honoureth not the Father which no more, lest a worse thing come hath sent him. unto thee. 24 Verily, verily, I say unto you, 15 The man departed, and told the He that heareth my word, and a be- Jews that it was Jesus, which had lieveth on him that sent me, hath made him whole. everlasting b life, and shall not come 16 And therefore did the Jews aper- into c condemnation; but is passed secute Jesus, and bsought to slay him, from d death unto e life. because he had done these things 25 Verily, verily, I say unto you, The on the sabbath day. hour is coming, and now is, when 17 ¶ But Jesus answered them, the a dead shall b hear the voice of My Father a worketh hitherto, and the Son of God: and they that hear I b work. shall c live. 18 Therefore the Jews sought the 26 For as the Father hath life in more to kill him, because he not himself; so hath he given to the a Son only had broken the sabbath, but to have b life in himself; said also that God was his a Father, 27 And hath given him a authority making himself b equal with God. to execute b judgment also, because 19 Then answered Jesus and said he is the c Son of man. unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto 28 Marvel not at this: for the hour you, The Son can do nothing of him- is coming, in the which all that self, but what he a seeth the b Father are in the a graves shall b hear his do: for what things soever he doeth, voice, these also doeth the Son likewise. 29 And shall a come forth; b they 20 For the Father loveth the Son, that have done good, unto the c res- and sheweth him all things that urrection of life; and they that have himself doeth: and he will shew done d evil, unto the resurrection of him greater works than these, that e damnation. ye may marvel. 30 I can of mine own self do 13 a gr knew. Authority of. 27 a tg Authority; 16 a tg Persecution. b tg Judgment; Delegation of b John 7:1. Judgment, the Last. Responsibility; 17 a tg God, Works of. 23 a tg Honor; Respect. Jesus Christ, b John 9:4. b Luke 10:16. Authority of. 18 a tg God, Body of, 24 a tg Faith. b tg Jesus Christ, Judge. Corporeal Nature. b John 20:31. c tg Jesus Christ, b John 10:33; 19:7; c D&C 20:15. Son of Man. D&C 88:107. d John 8:51; 11:26; 28 a Dan. 12:2. tg Jesus Christ, D&C 63:49. b D&C 76:16 (16–17). Relationships with e 1 Jn. 3:14. 29 a D&C 29:26. the Father. 25 a tg Death; Genealogy and b jst John 5:29 . . . they who 19 a John 8:28. Temple Work; have done good, in the b tg Godhead. Salvation for the Dead; resurrection of the just; 21 a tg Resurrection. Spirits, Disembodied. and they who have done b gr causes to become b Isa. 24:22; 61:1. evil, in the resurrection of alive. c tg Immortality. the unjust. 1 Cor. 15:45. 26 a tg Jesus Christ, Divine c tg Resurrection. tg God, Power of. Sonship. d tg Sin. 22 a tg Jesus Christ, b John 6:57. e tg Damnation; Hell. John 5:31–6:3 1334 nothing: as I hear, I judge: and my 41 I receive not ahonour from men. judgment is a just; because I seek 42 But I know you, that ye have not mine own b will, but the c will not the a love of God in you. of the Father which hath sent me. 43 I am come in my a Father’s 31 If I bear witness of myself, my b name, and ye c receive me not: if witness is not true. another shall come in his own name, 32 ¶ There is another that beareth him ye will receive. a witness of me; and I know that the 44 How can ye believe, which re- b witness which he witnesseth of ceive a honour one of another, and me is true. seek not the b honour that cometh 33 Ye sent unto aJohn, and he bare from God only ? b witness unto the truth. 45 Do not think that I will accuse 34 a But I receive not testimony you to the Father: there is one that from man: but these things I say, accuseth you, even Moses, in whom that ye might be saved. ye trust. 35 He was a burning and a shin- 46 For had ye believed a Moses, ing a light: and ye were willing for a ye would have believed me: for he season to rejoice in his b light. b wrote of me. 36 ¶ a But I have b greater witness 47 But if ye believe not his a writ- than that of John: for the c works ings, how shall ye believe my words? which the Father hath given me to finish, the same d works that I do, Chapter 6 bear witness of me, that the Father Jesus feeds the five thousand—He walks hath e sent me. on the sea—He is the living manna 37 And the Father himself, which hath sent me, hath borne a witness sent from God—Salvation is gained of me. Ye have neither heard his by eating living bread—Jesus explains voice at any time, nor b seen his how men eat His flesh and drink His shape. blood—Peter testifies that Jesus is the 38 And ye have not his word abid- Messiah. ing in you: for whom he hath sent, After these things Jesus went over him ye a believe not. the sea of Galilee, which is the sea 39 ¶ a Search the scriptures; for of Tiberias. in them ye think ye have eternal 2 And a great multitude followed life: and they are they which b tes- him, because they saw his miracles tify of me. which he did on them that were 40 And ye will not come to me, diseased. that ye might have a life. 3 And Jesus went up into a 30 a tg God, Justice of. 36 a jst John 5:37 But I have b tg Scriptures, Value of; b 2 Ne. 31:7 (7–10). a greater witness than Testimony. tg Agency. the testimony of John . . . 40 a D&C 66:2. c tg God, Will of. b gr the greater witness 41 a John 7:18. 32 a tg Holy Ghost, Source than John’s. tg Honor. of Testimony. c tg God, Works of. 42 a tg God, Love of; Love. b tg Witness. d Matt. 11:4; 43 a tg Jesus Christ, 33 a D&C 35:4; 84:27 (27–28). John 10:25. Authority of. b John 1:15 (7, 15, 19). e tg Jesus Christ, Messen- b tg Authority; Name. 34 a jst John 5:35 And ger of the Covenant. c D&C 132:25. he received not his 37 a tg Witness of the 44 a Luke 18:9; testimony of man, but Father. 1 Thes. 2:6; of God, and ye yourselves b tg God, Privilege of D&C 76:61. say that he is a prophet, Seeing. b tg God, the Standard of therefore ye ought to 38 a tg Unbelief. Righteousness. receive his testimony. 39 a tg Education; 46 a Luke 24:27. These things I say . . . Learn; b tg Jesus Christ, 35 a Matt. 11:11 (7–15). Scriptures, Study of; Prophecies about. b tg Light [noun]. Study. 47 a tg Scriptures, Study of. 1335 John 6:4–27 mountain, and there he sat with a a king, he departed again into a his disciples. mountain himself alone. 4 And the a passover, a feast of the 16 And when even was now come, Jews, was nigh. his disciples went down unto the sea, 5 ¶ When Jesus then lifted up 17 And entered into a ship, and his eyes, and saw a great company went over the sea toward Caper- come unto him, he saith unto Phi- naum. And it was now dark, and lip, Whence shall we buy bread, Jesus was not come to them. that these may eat? 18 And the sea arose by reason of 6 And this he said to prove him: for a great wind that blew. he himself knew what he would do. 19 So when they had rowed about 7 Philip answered him, Two hun- five and twenty or thirty furlongs, dred pennyworth of bread is not they see Jesus walking on the sea, sufficient for them, that every one and drawing nigh unto the ship: of them may take a little. and they were a afraid. 8 One of his disciples, Andrew, Si- 20 But he saith unto them, It is I; mon Peter’s brother, saith unto him, be not afraid. 9 There is a lad here, which hath 21 Then they willingly received five barley loaves, and two small him into the ship: and immediately fishes: but what are they among the ship was at the land whither so many ? they went. 10 And Jesus said, Make the men 22 ¶ The day following, when the sit down. Now there was much grass people which stood on the other in the place. So the men sat down, side of the sea saw that there was in number about a five thousand. none other boat there, save that one 11 And Jesus took the loaves; and whereinto his disciples were en- when he had given a thanks, he dis- tered, and that Jesus went not with tributed to the disciples, and the dis- his disciples into the boat, but that ciples to them that were set down; his disciples were gone away alone; and likewise of the fishes as much 23 (Howbeit there came other boats as they would. from Tiberias nigh unto the place 12 When they were filled, he said where they did eat bread, after that unto his disciples, Gather up the the Lord had given thanks:) fragments that remain, that noth- 24 When the people therefore saw ing be a lost. that Jesus was not there, neither his 13 Therefore they gathered them disciples, they also took shipping, together, and filled twelve baskets and came to Capernaum, seeking with the fragments of the five bar- for Jesus. ley loaves, which remained over 25 And when they had found him and above unto them that had on the other side of the sea, they eaten. said unto him, Rabbi, when camest 14 Then those men, when they had thou hither? seen the amiracle that Jesus did, said, 26 Jesus answered them and said, This is of a truth that b prophet that Verily, verily, I say unto you, Ye seek should come into the world. me, a not because ye saw the mira- 15 ¶ When Jesus therefore per- cles, but because ye did eat of the ceived that they would come and loaves, and were filled. take him by force, to make him 27 a Labour not for the meat which 6 4 a tg Passover. Morm. 9:18 (18–19). keep my sayings, neither 10 a Matt. 14:21 (13–21); b tg Jesus Christ, because ye saw the Mark 6:44 (32–44); Prophecies about. miracles . . . Luke 9:14 (10–17). 15 a John 18:36 (33, 36–37). 27 a tg Labor; 11 a D&C 46:32; 59:7. 19 a D&C 67:3. Objectives. 12 a tg Waste. 26 a jst John 6:26 . . . not 14 a 3 Ne. 8:1; 20:7 (1–9); because ye desire to John 6:28–50 1336 perisheth, but for that meat which 39 And this is the a Father’s b will endureth unto everlasting life, which which hath sent me, that of all the b Son of man shall give unto you: which he hath given me I should for him hath God the Father csealed. lose c nothing, but should d raise it 28 Then said they unto him, What up again at the last day. shall we do, that we might work the 40 And this is the will of him that works of God? sent me, that every one which seeth 29 Jesus answered and said unto the Son, and a believeth on him, may them, This is the work of God, that ye have beverlasting life: and I will raise a believe on him whom he hath sent. him up c at the last day. 30 They said therefore unto him, 41 The Jews then murmured at What a sign shewest thou then, that him, because he said, I am the bread we may see, and believe thee? what which came down from heaven. dost thou work? 42 And they said, Is not this Jesus, 31 Our fathers did eat manna in the son of a Joseph, whose father the desert; as it is written, He gave and mother we know? how is it then them a bread from heaven to eat. that he saith, I came down from 32 Then Jesus said unto them, Ver- heaven? ily, verily, I say unto you, Moses gave 43 Jesus therefore answered and you not that bread from heaven; said unto them, aMurmur not among but my Father giveth you the true yourselves. bread from heaven. 44 a No man can b come to me, ex- 33 For the bread of God is he which cept the Father which hath sent me cometh down from heaven, and giv- c draw him: and I will raise him up eth life unto the world. at the last day. 34 Then said they unto him, Lord, 45 It is written in the prophets, And evermore give us this bread. they shall be all a taught of God. Ev- 35 And Jesus said unto them, I am ery man therefore that hath heard, the a bread of life: he that cometh to and hath learned of the b Father, me shall never hunger; and he that cometh unto me. believeth on me shall never b thirst. 46 Not that any man hath seen the 36 But I said unto you, That ye Father, save he which is of God, he also have seen me, and believe not. hath a seen the Father. 37 All that the Father a giveth me 47 Verily, verily, I say unto you, shall come to me; and him that He that a believeth on me hath cometh to me I will in no wise b everlasting life. b cast out. 48 I am that bread of life. 38 For I a came down from heaven, 49 Your fathers did eat a manna in not to do mine own b will, but the the wilderness, and are dead. c will of him that sent me. 50 This is the bread which cometh 27 b tg Jesus Christ, b tg Jesus Christ, b Isa. 55:3. Son of Man. Mission of. c 1 Cor. 12:3; c tg Sealing. c tg God, Will of. 1 Pet. 1:2; 29 a tg Faith. 39 a Luke 2:49. 3 Ne. 27:14; D&C 29:7. 30 a Matt. 12:38; b 3 Ne. 27:13 (13–16). 45 a 1 Thes. 4:9; Jacob 7:13 (13–21); c John 17:12; 18:9. 1 Jn. 2:27 (20, 27). Alma 30:43 (43–60); d 3 Ne. 15:1; b tg Witness of the D&C 46:9 (8–9). D&C 5:35. Father. 31 a Ps. 78:24. 40 a tg Faith. 46 a tg God, Manifestations 35 a tg Bread of Life. b tg Eternal Life. of; God, Privilege of b John 4:14; 7:37 (37–39). c jst John 6:40 . . . in the Seeing; 37 a 3 Ne. 15:24; resurrection of the just at Revelation. D&C 27:14; the last day. 47 a tg Faith. 50:41 (41–42); 84:63. 42 a Luke 4:22. b tg Eternal Life; b John 17:2. 43 a tg Murmuring. Exaltation. 38 a tg Jesus Christ, 44 a jst John 6:44 49 a 1 Ne. 17:28; Condescension of. (Appendix). Mosiah 7:19. 1337 John 6:51–71 down from heaven, that a man may he said unto them, Doth this b of- eat thereof, and not die. fend you? 51 I am the living a bread which 62 What and if ye shall see the came down from heaven: if any a Son of man b ascend up where he man eat of this bread, he shall live was before? for ever: and the b bread that I will 63 It is the a spirit that quickeneth; give is my c flesh, which I will d give the flesh profiteth nothing: the for the e life of the world. words that I speak unto you, they 52 The Jews therefore strove among are spirit, and they are life. themselves, saying, How can this 64 But there are some of you that man give us his flesh to eat? believe not. For Jesus knew from 53 Then Jesus said unto them, Ver- the beginning who they were that ily, verily, I say unto you, Except ye believed not, and who should a be- a eat the flesh of the b Son of man, tray him. and drink his blood, ye have no life 65 And he said, Therefore said I in you. unto you, that no man can come 54 Whoso eateth my a flesh, and unto me, a except it were given unto drinketh my b blood, hath eternal him of my Father. life; c and I will d raise him up at 66 ¶ From that time many of his the last day. a disciples went back, and b walked 55 For my flesh is meat indeed, no more with him. and my blood is drink indeed. 67 Then said Jesus unto the twelve, 56 He that eateth my flesh, and Will ye also go away ? drinketh my blood, a dwelleth in 68 Then Simon Peter answered me, and I in him. him, Lord, to whom shall we go? 57 As the living Father hath a sent thou hast the a words of eternal life. me, and I live by the Father: so he 69 And a we believe and are sure that eateth me, even he shall b live that thou art that Christ, the b Son by me. of the living God. 58 This is that bread which came 70 Jesus answered them, Have not down from heaven: not as your I a chosen you twelve, and one of fathers did eat manna, and are dead: you is a devil? he that eateth of this bread shall 71 He spake of Judas Iscariot the son live for ever. of Simon: for he it was that should 59 These things said he in the syna­ betray him, being one of the twelve. gogue, as he taught in Capernaum. 60 Many therefore of his disciples, Chapter 7 when they had heard this, said, This Jesus’ kinsmen do not believe—He is an hard saying; who can hear it? teaches His Father’s doctrine and 61 When Jesus a knew in himself proclaims His divine sonship—Truth that his disciples murmured at it, may be known through obedience— 51 a tg Jesus Christ, Types will raise him up in the 64 a John 13:11. of, in Anticipation. resurrection of the just at 65 a jst John 6:65 . . . except b tg Bread of Life; the last day. he doeth the will of my Jesus Christ, Types of, d tg Resurrection. Father who hath sent me. in Memory. 56 a 1 Jn. 3:24. 66 a tg Apostasy of c Heb. 10:10. 57 a tg Jesus Christ, Messen- Individuals. d tg God, Gifts of. ger of the Covenant. b tg Apostasy of the e tg Jesus Christ, b John 5:26. Early Christian Church. Atonement through. 61 a John 2:25. 68 a John 17:8; 53 a Mark 14:22; b tg Offense. Acts 5:20; Luke 22:19. 62 a tg Jesus Christ, Moses 6:59. b tg Jesus Christ, Son of Man. 69 a gr we have had faith Son of Man. b John 3:13. and have known that. 54 a tg Sacrament. tg Jesus Christ, b tg God, Body of, b tg Blood, Symbolism of. Ascension of. Corporeal Nature. c jst John 6:54 . . . and I 63 a 2 Cor. 3:6. 70 a 1 Ne. 12:7 (6–7). John 7:1–26 1338 Jesus offers living water to all people— 14 ¶ Now about the midst of the The people have various opinions con- feast Jesus went up into the temple, cerning Him. and taught. 15 And the Jews a marvelled, say- After these things Jesus walked ing, How knoweth this man letters, in Galilee: for he would not walk having never learned? in Jewry, because the Jews a sought 16 Jesus answered them, and said, to b kill him. My a doctrine is not mine, but his 2 Now the Jews’ a feast of taberna- that b sent me. cles was at hand. 17 If any man will a do his b will, he 3 His a brethren therefore said shall cknow of the doctrine, whether unto him, Depart hence, and go it be of God, or whether I speak of into Judæa, that thy disciples also myself. may see the works that thou doest. 18 He that speaketh of himself 4 For there is no man that doeth seeketh his own a glory: but he any thing in secret, and he him- that seeketh his b glory that sent self seeketh to be known openly. If him, the same is true, and no un- thou do these things, shew thyself righteousness is in him. to the world. 19 Did not Moses give you the law, 5 For neither did his brethren be- and yet none of you keepeth the law? lieve in him. Why go ye about to kill me? 6 Then Jesus said unto them, My 20 The people answered and said, a time is not yet come: but your time Thou hast a devil: who goeth about is alway ready. to kill thee? 7 The world cannot hate you; but 21 Jesus answered and said unto me it a hateth, because I testify of them, I have done one work, and it, that the works thereof are b evil. ye all marvel. 8 Go ye up unto this feast: I go not 22 Moses therefore gave unto you up yet unto this feast; for my time a circumcision; (not because it is is not yet full come. of Moses, but of the fathers;) and 9 When he had said these words ye on the sabbath day circumcise unto them, he abode still in Galilee. a man. 10 ¶ But when his brethren were 23 If a man on the a sabbath day gone up, then went he also up unto receive circumcision, that the law the feast, not openly, but as it were of Moses should not be broken; in secret. are ye angry at me, because I have 11 Then the Jews sought him at the made a man every whit b whole on feast, and said, Where is he? the sabbath day ? 12 And there was much murmur- 24 aJudge not according to b the ing among the people concerning c appearance, but judge righteous him: for some said, He is a good man: judgment. others said, Nay; but he deceiveth 25 Then said some of them of the people. Jerusalem, Is not this he, whom they 13 Howbeit no man spake openly seek to kill? of him for a fear of the Jews. 26 But, lo, he speaketh boldly, and 7 1 a John 5:16 (16, 18). tg Gospel; Jesus Christ, Truth. b John 11:53 (53–54). Teaching Mode of. 18 a John 5:41 (41–43). 2 a Lev. 23:34 (34–43). b tg Jesus Christ, b John 8:50; D&C 88:67; 3 a Matt. 12:46; 1 Cor. 9:5. Authority of; Moses 4:2 (1–3). 6 a Matt. 26:18. Jesus Christ, Messenger 22 a tg Circumcision. 7 a 1 Ne. 16:2 (1–3). of the Covenant. 23 a tg Sabbath. b tg Evil. 17 a tg Good Works; b John 5:8 (8–9). 13 a John 19:38. Obedience. 24 a tg Judgment. 15 a Luke 2:46 (46–47). b tg God, Will of. b jst John 7:24 . . . your 16 a Matt. 7:28; John 8:28; c tg Discernment, traditions, but judge . . . 2 Ne. 31:21. Spiritual; Testimony; c Isa. 11:3. 1339 John 7:27–51 they say nothing unto him. Do the of the feast, Jesus stood and cried, a rulers know indeed that this is the saying, If any man a thirst, let him very Christ? come unto me, and b drink. 27 Howbeit we know this man 38 He that believeth on me, as the whence he is: but when Christ scripture hath said, out of his belly cometh, no man knoweth whence shall flow rivers of living water. he is. 39 (But this spake he of the a Spirit, 28 Then cried Jesus in the temple which they that believe on him as he taught, saying, Ye both know should receive: b for the Holy Ghost me, and ye know whence I am: and was not yet given; because that I am not come of myself, but he that Jesus was not yet glorified.) sent me is a true, whom ye know not. 40 ¶ Many of the people therefore, 29 But I know him: for I am from when they heard this saying, said, him, and he hath a sent me. Of a truth this is the a Prophet. 30 Then they a sought to take him: 41 Others said, This is the Christ. but no man laid hands on him, be- But some said, Shall Christ come cause his b hour was not yet come. out of Galilee? 31 And many of the people be- 42 Hath not the scripture said, That lieved on him, and said, When Christ a Christ cometh of the seed of bDavid, cometh, will he do more miracles and out of the town of c Bethlehem, than these which this man hath done? where David was? 32 ¶ The Pharisees heard that 43 So there was a a division among the people murmured such things the people because of him. concerning him; and the Pharisees 44 And some of them would have and the chief priests sent officers taken him; but no man laid hands to take him. on him. 33 Then said Jesus unto them, Yet a 45 ¶ Then came the officers to the little while am I with you, and then chief priests and Pharisees; and they I go unto him that sent me. said unto them, Why have ye not 34 Ye shall a seek me, and shall not brought him? find me: and b where I am, c thither ye 46 The officers answered, Never d cannot come. man a spake like this man. 35 Then said the Jews among them- 47 Then answered them the Phari­ selves, Whither will he go, that we sees, Are ye also a deceived? shall not find him? will he go unto 48 Have any of the rulers or of the the dispersed among the a Gentiles, Pharisees believed on him? and teach the Gentiles? 49 But this people who knoweth 36 What manner of saying is this not the law are a cursed. that he said, Ye shall seek me, and 50 aNicodemus saith unto them, (he shall not find me: and where I am, that came to Jesus by night, being thither ye cannot come? one of them,) 37 In the last day, that great day 51 Doth our law judge any man, 26 a John 3:1 (1–2). 35 a gr Greeks. 42 a 1 Chr. 5:2; 28 a tg Truth. 37 a Ps. 42:2 (1–3); Matt. 2:6. 29 a John 13:3. 143:6 (5–12); b tg Jesus Christ, Davidic tg Jesus Christ, Isa. 55:1 (1–3); Descent of. Authority of; John 4:14 (13–15); 6:35. c 1 Sam. 16:1; Jesus Christ, Messenger b tg Living Water. Micah 5:2; Luke 2:4. of the Covenant. 39 a tg Holy Ghost, Gift of. tg Jesus Christ, 30 a John 10:39. b jst John 7:39 . . . for Prophecies about. b John 12:23 (23–27). the Holy Ghost was 43 a Matt. 10:34. 34 a John 13:33 (33, 36). promised unto them who 46 a tg Teaching with b D&C 29:29; believe, after that Jesus the Spirit. 76:112 (51–112). was glorified.) 47 a Jacob 4:14 (13–14). c 1 Pet. 3:22. 40 a John 9:17; 49 a tg Curse. d D&C 25:15. 1 Ne. 22:20 (20–21). 50 a John 3:1. John 7:52–8:20 1340 before it hear him, and know what 9 And they which heard it, being he doeth? convicted by their own a conscience, 52 They answered and said unto went out one by one, beginning at him, Art thou also of Galilee? Search, the eldest, even unto the last: and and look: for out of Galilee ariseth Jesus was left alone, and the woman no prophet. standing in the midst. 53 And every man went unto his 10 When Jesus had lifted up him- own house. self, and saw none but the woman, he said unto her, Woman, where are Chapter 8 those thine accusers? hath no man The woman taken in adultery is brought condemned thee? before Christ—Christ is the Light of 11 She said, No man, Lord. And Jesus said unto her, Neither do I acon- the world—He again proclaims that demn thee: go, and b sin no c more. He is the Messiah—The true children 12 ¶ Then spake Jesus again unto of Abraham believe in Christ—Jesus them, saying, I am the a light of the says, Before Abraham was I, Jehovah. world: he that followeth me shall Jesus went unto the mount of Olives. not b walk in c darkness, but shall 2 And early in the morning he came have the light of life. again into the a temple, and all the 13 The Pharisees therefore said people came unto him; and he sat unto him, Thou bearest record of down, and taught them. thyself; thy record is not true. 3 And the scribes and Pharisees 14 Jesus answered and said unto brought unto him a a woman taken them, Though I bear record of my- in b adultery; and when they had set self, yet my record is true: for I know her in the midst, a whence I came, and whither I go; 4 They say unto him, Master, this but ye cannot tell b whence I come, woman was taken in adultery, in and whither I go. the very act. 15 Ye judge after the flesh; I ajudge 5 Now Moses in the a law com- no man. manded us, that such should be 16 And yet if I a judge, my b judg- stoned: but what sayest thou? ment is true: for I am not c alone, 6 This they said, tempting him, but I and the Father that sent me. that they might have to accuse him. 17 It is also written in your law, that But Jesus stooped down, and with the a testimony of two men is true. his finger a wrote on the ground, as 18 I am one that bear witness of though he heard them not. myself, and the a Father that sent 7 So when they continued asking me beareth b witness of me. him, he lifted up himself, and said 19 Then said they unto him, Where unto them, He that is without a sin is thy Father? Jesus answered, Ye among you, let him b first cast a neither know me, nor my Father: if c stone at her. ye had a known me, ye should have 8 And again he stooped down, and known my Father also. wrote on the ground. 20 These words spake Jesus in the 8 2 a Matt. 26:55; Luke 21:37. b D&C 42:25. 14 a John 16:28. 3 a tg Woman. c jst John 8:11 . . . more. b John 9:29. b tg Adulterer. And the woman glorified 15 a John 12:47. 5 a Lev. 20:10. God from that hour, and 16 a tg Jesus Christ, Judge. 6 a tg Jesus Christ, believed on his name. b tg Judgment. Teaching Mode of. 12 a 1 Jn. 1:5. c John 8:29; 16:32. 7 a 3 Ne. 14:5 (1–5). tg Jesus Christ, Light of 17 a tg Witness. b Deut. 17:7. the World; 18 a tg Godhead; God the c tg Gossip. Light [noun]; Father, Elohim. 9 a tg Conscience. Light of Christ. b tg Witness of the 11 a tg Benevolence; b tg Walking in Darkness. Father. Mercy. c tg Darkness, Spiritual. 19 a John 14:7. 1341 John 8:21–42 treasury, as he taught in the temple: 31 Then said Jesus to those Jews and no man laid hands on him; for which believed on him, If ye a con- his hour was not yet come. tinue in my word, then are ye my 21 Then said Jesus again unto them, b disciples indeed; I go my way, and ye shall seek me, 32 And ye shall a know the b truth, and shall die in your a sins: whither and the c truth shall make you d free. I go, ye cannot come. 33 ¶ They answered him, We be 22 Then said the Jews, Will he kill a Abraham’s seed, and were never himself? because he saith, Whither in bondage to any man: how sayest I go, ye cannot come. thou, Ye shall be made free? 23 And he said unto them, Ye are 34 Jesus answered them, Verily, ver- from a beneath; I am from above: ily, I say unto you, Whosoever a com- ye are of this b world; I am not of mitteth b sin is the c servant of sin. this world. 35 And the servant abideth not 24 I said therefore unto you, that in the house for ever: but the Son ye shall a die in your sins: for if ye abideth ever. b believe not that I am he, ye shall 36 If the Son therefore shall make die in your sins. you a free, ye shall be free indeed. 25 Then said they unto him, Who 37 I know that ye are Abraham’s art thou? And Jesus saith unto them, seed; but ye seek to kill me, because Even the same that I said unto you my word hath no place in you. from the beginning. 38 I speak that which I have seen 26 I have many things to say and to with my Father: and ye do that judge of you: but he that sent me is which ye have seen with your father. true; and I speak to the world those 39 They answered and said things which I have a heard of him. unto him, Abraham is our father. 27 They understood not that he Jesus saith unto them, If ye were spake to them of the Father. a Abraham’s b children, ye would do 28 Then said Jesus unto them, the c works of Abraham. When ye have lifted up the Son of 40 But now ye seek to kill me, a man, then shall ye know that I am man that hath told you the truth, he, and that I do a nothing of myself; which I have heard of God: this did but as my b Father hath c taught me, not Abraham. I d speak these things. 41 Ye do the deeds of your father. 29 And he that asent me is with me: Then said they to him, We be not the Father hath not left me b alone; born of fornication; we have one for I c do always those things that Father, even God. d please him. 42 Jesus said unto them, If God 30 As he spake these words, many were your Father, ye would love a believed on him. me: for I proceeded forth and a came 21 a Moro. 10:26 (24–26). Relationships with Liberty. tg Sin. the Father. 33 a tg Abrahamic 23 a John 3:31 (13, 31). c tg Obedience. Covenant. b tg World. d John 4:34. 34 a D&C 29:40. 24 a D&C 138:32 (31–34). 30 a John 12:42 (11, 42). b tg Sin. b tg Faith. 31 a tg Commitment; c Rom. 6:16; 26 a tg Revelation. Perseverance; Alma 12:11 (9–11, 17). 28 a John 5:19. Steadfastness. tg Servant. b John 7:16 (16–18). b Matt. 27:57. 36 a tg Bondage, Spiritual; tg Authority. 32 a tg Conversion; Liberty. c tg Delegation of Testimony. 39 a tg Abrahamic Responsibility. b D&C 50:25. Covenant. d Deut. 18:18. tg Education; Gospel; b tg Seed of Abraham. 29 a tg Jesus Christ, Truth. c tg Good Works. Authority of. c Moro. 10:5. 42 a John 16:28 (27–28, 30); b John 8:16; 16:32. d 3 Ne. 21:4. 17:8; tg Jesus Christ, tg Bondage, Spiritual; Gal. 4:4. John 8:43–9:1 1342 from God; neither came I of myself, my saying, he shall never a taste of but he b sent me. death. 43 Why do ye not understand my 53 Art thou greater than our father speech? even because ye cannot Abraham, which is dead? and the a hear my word. prophets are dead: whom makest 44 Ye are of your father the a devil, thou thyself? and the b lusts of your father ye will 54 Jesus answered, If I honour do. He was a c murderer from the myself, my honour is nothing: it is beginning, and abode not in the my a Father that b honoureth me; of d truth, because there is no truth in whom ye say, that he is your God: him. When he speaketh a e lie, he 55 Yet ye have not known him; but speaketh of his own: for he is a f liar, I know him: and if I should say, I and the father of it. know him not, I shall be a liar like 45 And because I tell you the truth, unto you: but I know him, and keep ye believe me not. his saying. 46 Which of you a convinceth me 56 Your father aAbraham b rejoiced of b sin? And if I say the truth, why to c see my day: and he saw it, and do ye not believe me? was glad. 47 aHe that is of God bheareth God’s 57 Then said the Jews unto him, words: ye therefore hear them not, Thou art not yet fifty years old, and because ye are not of God. hast thou seen Abraham? 48 Then answered the Jews, and 58 Jesus said unto them, Verily, said unto him, Say we not well that verily, I say unto you, a Before Abra- thou art a Samaritan, and hast a ham was, b I am. a devil? 59 Then took they up a stones to 49 Jesus answered, I have not a cast at him: but Jesus hid himself, devil; but I a honour my Father, and and went out of the temple, going ye do dishonour me. through the midst of them, and so 50 And I seek not mine own b passed by. a glory: there is one that seeketh and judgeth. Chapter 9 51 Verily, verily, I say unto you, Jesus, on the Sabbath, heals a man If a man keep my saying, he shall born blind—The Jews accuse Him of never see a death. Sabbath violation—He lectures them 52 Then said the Jews unto him, Now we know that thou hast a devil. on spiritual blindness. Abraham is dead, and the proph- And as Jesus passed by, he saw a man ets; and thou sayest, If a man keep which was a blind from his birth. 42 b tg Jesus Christ, Messen- 1 Jn. 4:6 (5–6); c tg Jesus Christ, ger of the Covenant. 2 Ne. 33:10 (10–11). Appearances, 43 a jst John 8:43 . . . bear . . . 48 a Mosiah 3:9. Antemortal. 44 a 1 Jn. 3:10 (10–18). 49 a tg God, the Standard of 58 a tg Man, Antemortal tg Devil; Righteousness; Honoring Existence of. Devil, Church of. Father and Mother; b The term I Am used here b tg Lust. Respect. in the Greek is identical c tg Murder. 50 a John 7:18. with the Septuagint d tg Truth. 51 a John 5:24; 11:26; usage in Ex. 3:14 which e tg Lying. D&C 63:49. identifies Jehovah. f tg Honesty. tg Death, Spiritual, First; (See also John 4:26.) 46 a gr convicts, reproves. Death, Spiritual, Second. tg Jesus Christ, Jehovah. b Heb. 4:15. 52 a D&C 42:46 (46–47). 59 a John 10:31. 47 a jst John 8:47 He that is 54 a tg God, Body of, b Luke 4:30. of God receiveth God’s Corporeal Nature. 9 1 a Matt. 9:28 (28–31); words; ye therefore b tg Honor. 20:30 (30–34); receive them not, because 56 a Gen. 22:8 (8–14); Mosiah 3:5; ye are not of God. Hel. 8:17 (16–19). 3 Ne. 17:9 (7–10); b Dan. 12:10; b tg Joy. D&C 84:69. 1343 John 9:2–26 2 And his disciples asked him, sight. He said unto them, He put saying, Master, who did sin, this clay upon mine eyes, and I washed, a man, or his parents, that he was and do see. born blind? 16 Therefore said some of the 3 Jesus answered, Neither hath Pharisees, This man is not of God, this man sinned, nor his parents: because he keepeth not the sabbath but that the a works of God should day. Others said, How can a man be made b manifest in him. that is a sinner do such miracles? 4 I must a work the b works of him And there was a division among that sent me, c while it is d day: the them. e night cometh, when no man can 17 They say unto the blind man work. again, What sayest thou of him, that 5 As long as I am in the world, I he hath opened thine eyes? He said, am the a light of the world. He is a a prophet. 6 When he had thus spoken, he 18 But the Jews did not believe spat on the ground, and made clay concerning him, that he had been of the spittle, and he anointed the blind, and received his sight, until eyes of the blind man with the clay, they called the parents of him that 7 And said unto him, Go, wash in had received his sight. the pool of a Siloam, (which is by 19 And they asked them, saying, Is interpretation, Sent.) He went his this your son, who ye say was born way therefore, and washed, and blind? how then doth he now see? came seeing. 20 His parents answered them and 8 ¶ The neighbours therefore, and said, We know that this is our son, they which before had seen him and that he was born blind: that he was blind, said, Is not this 21 But by what means he now he that sat and begged? seeth, we know not; or who hath 9 Some said, This is he: others opened his eyes, we know not: he is said, He is like him: but he said, I of age; ask him: he shall speak for am he. himself. 10 Therefore said they unto him, 22 These words spake his parents, How were thine eyes opened? because they feared the Jews: for 11 He answered and said, A man the Jews had agreed already, that that is called Jesus made clay, and if any man did confess that he was anointed mine eyes, and said unto Christ, he should be put out of the me, Go to the pool of Siloam, and synagogue. a wash: and I went and washed, and 23 Therefore said his parents, He I received b sight. is of age; ask him. 12 Then said they unto him, Where 24 Then again called they the man is he? He said, I know not. that was blind, and said unto him, 13 ¶ They brought to the Phari- Give God the praise: we know that sees him that aforetime was blind. this man is a sinner. 14 And it was the a sabbath day 25 He answered and said, Whether when Jesus made the clay, and he be a sinner or no, I know not: one b opened his eyes. thing I know, that, whereas I was 15 Then again the Pharisees also blind, now I see. asked him how he had received his 26 Then said they to him again, 2 a tg Man, Antemortal I am with you; the time the World; Existence of. cometh when I shall Light of Christ. 3 a tg God, Works of. have finished my work, 7 a Neh. 3:15; Isa. 8:6. b John 11:4. then I go unto the Father. 11 a 2 Kgs. 5:10. 4 a John 5:17. d Rom. 13:12 (11–12); b tg Sight. b John 4:34. Alma 34:33. 14 a tg Sabbath. tg Good Works. e tg Darkness, Spiritual. b tg Heal. c jst John 9:4 . . . while 5 a tg Jesus Christ, Light of 17 a John 7:40 (40–44). John 9:27–10:10 1344 What did he to thee? how opened were with him heard these words, he thine eyes? and said unto him, Are we blind 27 He answered them, I have told also? you already, and ye did not hear: 41 Jesus said unto them, If ye were wherefore would ye hear it again? a blind, ye should have no b sin: but will ye also be his disciples? now ye say, We c see; therefore your 28 Then they a reviled him, and d sin remaineth. said, Thou art his disciple; but we are Moses’ disciples. Chapter 10 29 We know that God spake unto Moses: as for this fellow, we know Jesus is the Good Shepherd—He gained not from a whence he is. power over death from His Father—He 30 The man answered and said promises to visit His other sheep—He unto them, Why herein is a mar- proclaims, I am the Son of God. vellous thing, that ye know not Verily, verily, I say unto you, He from whence he is, and yet he hath that entereth not by the door into opened mine eyes. the sheepfold, but climbeth up some 31 Now we know that God heareth other way, the same is a thief and not sinners: but if any man be a a robber. worshipper of God, and doeth his 2 But he that entereth in by the will, him he heareth. door is the shepherd of the a sheep. 32 Since the world began was it 3 To him the porter openeth; and not heard that any man opened the the sheep hear his a voice: and he eyes of one that was born a blind. calleth his own sheep by name, and 33 If this man were not of a God, b leadeth them out. he could do nothing. 4 And when he putteth forth his 34 They answered and said unto own sheep, he goeth before them, him, Thou wast altogether born in and the sheep follow him: for they sins, and dost thou teach us? And a know his b voice. they cast him out. 5 And a stranger will they not fol- 35 Jesus heard that they had cast low, but will flee from him: for they him out; and when he had found know not the voice of a strangers. him, he said unto him, Dost thou 6 This parable spake Jesus unto believe on the Son of God? them: but they understood not what 36 He answered and said, Who is he, things they were which he spake Lord, that I might believe on him? unto them. 37 And Jesus said unto him, Thou 7 Then said Jesus unto them again, hast both seen him, and it is he that Verily, verily, I say unto you, I am talketh with thee. the a door of the sheep. 38 And he said, Lord, I believe. 8 All that ever came before me aare And he worshipped him. thieves and robbers: but the sheep 39 ¶ And Jesus said, For ajudgment did not hear them. I am come into this world, that 9 I am the door: by me if any man they which b see not might see; and enter in, he shall be saved, and shall that they which see might be made go in and out, and find pasture. blind. 10 The thief cometh not, but for to 40 And some of the Pharisees which a steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I 28 a tg Reviling. 41 a tg Spiritual Blindness. Spiritual. 29 a John 8:14. b John 15:22 (19–27). b tg Revelation. 32 a jst John 9:32 . . . blind, c tg Accountability. 5 a tg Stranger. except he be of God. d tg Sin. 7 a John 14:6 (4–7). 33 a Acts 2:22. 10 2 a tg Sheep. 8 a jst John 10:8 . . . who 39 a tg Jesus Christ, Judge. 3 a D&C 35:21. testified not of me are b Luke 5:32; b Isa. 55:4. thieves . . . 1 Tim. 1:13, 15. 4 a tg Discernment, 10 a tg Stealing. 1345 John 10:11–33 am come that they might have b life, hath a devil, and is mad; why hear and that they might have it more ye him? c abundantly. 21 Others said, These are not the 11 I am the good a shepherd: the words of him that hath a devil. Can good b shepherd giveth his life for a devil open the eyes of the blind? the sheep. 22 ¶ And it was at Jerusalem the 12 But he that is an hireling, and feast of the dedication, and it was not the shepherd, whose own the winter. sheep are not, seeth the wolf com- 23 And Jesus walked in the temple ing, and a leaveth the sheep, and in Solomon’s a porch. fleeth: and the wolf catcheth them, 24 Then came the Jews round about and scattereth the sheep. him, and said unto him, How long 13 The a hireling fleeth, because dost thou make us to a doubt? If thou he is an hireling, and careth not be the Christ, tell us plainly. for the sheep. 25 Jesus answered them, I told you, 14 I am the good a shepherd, and and ye abelieved not: the bworks that b know my c sheep, and am known I do in my Father’s c name, they bear of mine. witness of me. 15 As the Father knoweth me, even 26 But ye believe not, because ye so aknow I the Father: and I lay down are not of my sheep, as I said unto my b life for the sheep. you. 16 And aother bsheep I have, which 27 My a sheep hear my voice, and are not of this fold: them also I must I know them, and they b follow me: bring, and they shall hear my voice; 28 And I give unto them eternal and there shall be c one fold, and life; and they shall never perish, one shepherd. neither shall any man pluck them 17 Therefore doth my Father a love out of my hand. me, because I b lay down my life, 29 My Father, which a gave them that I might c take it again. me, is greater than all; and no man 18 No man a taketh it from me, is able to pluck them out of my but I lay it down of myself. I have Father’s hand. b power to lay it down, and I have 30 I and my Father are a one. c power to take it again. This com- 31 Then the Jews took up a stones mandment have I d received of my again to stone him. Father. 32 Jesus answered them, Many good 19 ¶ There was a division there- works have I shewed you from my fore again among the Jews for these Father; for which of those works do sayings. ye stone me? 20 And many of them said, He 33 The Jews answered him, saying, 10 b D&C 66:2. Martyrdom. power. c tg Abundant Life; 16 a 3 Ne. 15:21 (11–24); d tg Jesus Christ, Happiness. 16:1 (1–3); Authority of. 11 a tg Shepherd. D&C 10:59. 23 a 1 Kgs. 6:3; b Ezek. 34:2. tg Israel, Scattering of. Acts 3:11. 12 a tg Leadership. b tg Book of Mormon; 24 a tg Doubt. 13 a tg Wages. Israel, Joseph, People 25 a tg Faith; 14 a tg Jesus Christ, Good of; Israel, Ten Lost Unbelief. Shepherd. Tribes of; Sheep. b John 5:36. b Ex. 33:12 (12, 17); c Ezek. 37:22. tg Miracle. 1 Cor. 8:3. 17 a tg God, Love of. c tg Name. c 3 Ne. 18:31. b tg Self-Sacrifice. 27 a tg Sheep. 15 a tg Jesus Christ, c tg Jesus Christ, b D&C 38:22. Relationships with Resurrection. 29 a John 17:2 (2–12); the Father. 18 a Luke 23:46. D&C 50:41. b 1 Jn. 3:16 (10–18). b tg Death, Power over; 30 a D&C 93:3 (1–6). tg Jesus Christ, God, Power of. tg Godhead; Unity. Atonement through; c gr authority, full 31 a John 8:59. John 10:34–11:16 1346 For a good work we stone thee not; his feet with her hair, whose brother but for a blasphemy; and because Lazarus was sick.) that thou, being a man, makest 3 Therefore his sisters sent unto thyself b God. him, saying, Lord, behold, he whom 34 Jesus answered them, Is it not thou lovest is sick. written in your law, I said, Ye are 4 When Jesus heard that, he said, a gods? This sickness is not unto death, but 35 If he called them gods, unto for the a glory of God, that the Son whom the word of God came, and of God might be b glorified thereby. the scripture cannot be broken; 5 Now Jesus loved Martha, and her 36 Say ye of him, whom the Father sister, and Lazarus. hath a sanctified, and b sent into the 6 When he had heard therefore world, Thou blasphemest; because that he was sick, he abode two days I said, I am the c Son of God? still in the same place where he was. 37 If I do not the works of my 7 Then after that saith he to his dis- Father, believe me not. ciples, Let us go into Judæa again. 38 But if I do, though ye believe not 8 His disciples say unto him, me, a believe the works: that ye may Master, the Jews of late sought to know, and believe, that the b Father stone thee; and goest thou thither is in me, and I in him. again? 39 Therefore they a sought again 9 Jesus answered, Are there not to take him: but he escaped out of twelve hours in the day ? If any man their hand, a walk in the day, he stumbleth not, 40 And went away again beyond because he seeth the light of this Jordan into the place where John at world. first baptized; and there he abode. 10 But if a man walk in the night, 41 And many resorted unto him, he stumbleth, because there is no and said, John did no miracle: but light in him. all things that John spake of this 11 These things said he: and after man were true. that he saith unto them, Our friend 42 And many believed on him Lazarus sleepeth; but I go, that I may there. a awake him out of sleep. 12 Then said his disciples, Lord, if Chapter 11 he sleep, he shall a do well. 13 Howbeit Jesus spake of his Jesus testifies that He is the Resurrection death: but they thought that he had and the Life—Mary and Martha testify spoken of taking of rest in sleep. of Him—He raises Lazarus from the 14 Then said Jesus unto them dead—Caiaphas speaks prophetically plainly, Lazarus is dead. of the death of Jesus. 15 And I am glad for your sakes Now a certain man was sick, named that I was not there, to the intent Lazarus, of Bethany, the town of ye may a believe; nevertheless let us Mary and her sister a Martha. go unto him. 2 a(It was that Mary which anointed 16 Then said Thomas, which is the bLord with cointment, and wiped called Didymus, unto his fellow- 33 a tg Blaspheme. c tg Jesus Christ, Divine with her sister Martha, in b John 5:18 (17–18); 19:7; Sonship. whose house her brother 1 Tim. 3:16. 38 a tg Faith. Lazarus was sick. 34 a tg Man, Potential to b tg Godhead. b tg Jesus Christ, Lord. Become like Heavenly 39 a John 7:30. c Matt. 26:7 (6–13). Father; Sons and 11 1 a Luke 10:38; John 12:2. 4 a 3 Ne. 12:16; Ether 12:4. Daughters of God. 2 a jst John 11:2 And Mary, b John 9:3. 36 a tg Sanctification. his sister, who anointed 9 a tg Walking with God. b tg Jesus Christ, the Lord with ointment 11 a 2 Kgs. 4:31. Messenger of the and wiped his feet 12 a gr be cured, saved. Covenant. with her hair, lived 15 a tg Faith. 1347 John 11:17–42 disciples, Let us also go, that we into the town, but was in that place may die with a him. where Martha met him. 17 Then when Jesus came, a he 31 The Jews then which were with found that he had lain in the grave her in the house, and comforted her, four days already. when they saw Mary, that she rose 18 Now Bethany was nigh unto up hastily and went out, followed Jerusalem, about fifteen a furlongs her, saying, She goeth unto the grave off: to weep there. 19 And many of the Jews came to 32 Then when Mary was come Martha and Mary, to comfort them where Jesus was, and saw him, she concerning their brother. fell down at his feet, saying unto 20 Then Martha, as soon as she him, Lord, if thou hadst been here, heard that Jesus was coming, went my brother had not died. and met him: but Mary sat still in 33 When Jesus therefore saw her the house. weeping, and the Jews also weeping 21 Then said Martha unto Jesus, which came with her, he groaned in Lord, if thou hadst been here, my the spirit, and was troubled, brother had not died. 34 And said, Where have ye laid 22 But I know, that even now, him? They said unto him, Lord, whatsoever thou wilt ask of God, come and see. God will a give it thee. 35 Jesus wept. 23 Jesus saith unto her, Thy brother 36 Then said the Jews, Behold how shall rise again. he a loved him! 24 Martha saith unto him, I know 37 And some of them said, Could that he shall rise again in the res- not this man, which opened the eyes urrection at the last day. of the blind, have caused that even 25 Jesus said unto her, I am the this man should not have died? a resurrection, and the b life: he that 38 Jesus therefore again groaning c believeth in me, though he were in himself cometh to the grave. It d dead, yet shall he e live: was a cave, and a a stone lay upon it. 26 And whosoever liveth and be- 39 Jesus said, Take ye away the lieveth in me shall never a die. stone. Martha, the sister of him that Believest thou this? was dead, saith unto him, Lord, by 27 She saith unto him, Yea, Lord: this time he stinketh: for he hath I believe that thou art the Christ, been dead four days. the a Son of God, which should come 40 Jesus saith unto her, Said I not into the world. unto thee, that, if thou wouldest be- 28 And when she had so said, she lieve, thou shouldest see the a glory went her way, and called Mary her of God? sister secretly, saying, The Master is 41 Then they took away the stone come, and calleth for thee. from the place where the dead was 29 As soon as she heard that, laid. And Jesus lifted up his eyes, she arose quickly, and came unto and said, Father, I a thank thee that him. thou hast heard me. 30 Now Jesus was not yet come 42 And I knew that thou hearest 16 a jst John 11:16 . . . him; 18 a gr stadium—607 English Hel. 8:15; for they feared lest the Jews feet, about 185 meters. 3 Ne. 15:9. should take Jesus and put 22 a tg God, Gifts of. 26 a John 5:24; 8:51; him to death, for as yet 25 a tg Jesus Christ, D&C 42:46 (44, 46); they did not understand the Resurrection; 63:49. power of God. Resurrection. 27 a tg God, Body of, 17 a jst John 11:17 . . . to b tg Jesus Christ, Corporeal Nature. Bethany, to Martha’s Atonement through. 36 a D&C 42:45. house, Lazarus had c tg Faith. 38 a Matt. 27:60. already been in the grave d tg Death. 40 a Ex. 16:7. four days. e Alma 37:46 (46–47); 41 a tg Thanksgiving. John 11:43–12:6 1348 me always: but because of the people openly among the Jews; but went which stand by I said it, that they thence unto a country near to may believe that thou hast asent me. the wilderness, into a city called 43 And when he thus had spoken, Ephraim, and there continued with he cried with a loud voice, a Lazarus, his disciples. come forth. 55 ¶ And the Jews’ passover was 44 And he that was a dead came nigh at hand: and many went out of forth, bound hand and foot with the country up to Jerusalem before graveclothes: and his face was the passover, to a purify themselves. bound about with a b napkin. Jesus 56 Then sought they for Jesus, and saith unto them, Loose him, and spake among themselves, as they let him go. stood in the temple, What think ye, 45 Then many of the Jews which that he will not come to the feast? came to Mary, and had seen the 57 Now both the chief priests and things which Jesus did, believed the Pharisees had given a command- on him. ment, that, if any man knew where 46 But some of them went their he were, he should shew it, that they ways to the Pharisees, and told them might take him. what things Jesus had done. 47 ¶ Then gathered the chief Chapter 12 a priests and the Pharisees a coun- Mary anoints Jesus’ feet—His trium- cil, and said, What do we? for this phal entry into Jerusalem is recounted— man doeth many b miracles. He foretells His death—To receive 48 If we let him thus alone, all men Christ is to receive the Father. will believe on him: and the Romans shall come and take away both our Then Jesus six days before the pass- place and nation. over came to Bethany, where Lazarus 49 And one of them, named a Caia­ was which had been dead, whom phas, being the b high priest that he raised from the dead. same year, said unto them, Ye know 2 There they made him a supper; nothing at all, and a Martha served: but Lazarus 50 Nor consider that it is expedi- was one of them that sat at the ta- ent for us, that one man should a die ble with him. for the people, and that the whole 3 Then took Mary a pound of nation perish not. ointment of spikenard, very costly, 51 And this spake he not of him- and anointed the feet of Jesus, and self: but being high priest that year, wiped his feet with her hair: and he prophesied that Jesus should die the house was filled with the odour for that nation; of the ointment. 52 And not for that nation only, 4 Then saith one of his disciples, but that also he should a gather to- Judas Iscariot, Simon’s son, which gether in one the b children of God should betray him, that were scattered abroad. 5 Why was not this ointment sold 53 Then from that day forth they for three hundred pence, and given took a counsel together for to put to the poor? him to b death. 6 This he said, not that he cared 54 Jesus therefore walked no more for the poor; but because he was a 42 a tg Jesus Christ, b 3 Ne. 19:35. 53 a Matt. 21:38 (33–46). Messenger of the 49 a Matt. 26:3 (3–5). tg Counsel. Covenant. b tg Priesthood, Aaronic. b John 7:1. 43 a tg God, Power of. 50 a tg Jesus Christ, 55 a tg Purification. 44 a 2 Kgs. 8:1. Trials of. 12 2 a Luke 10:38; tg Death, Power over. 52 a tg Israel, Gathering of. John 11:1 (1, 5). b John 20:7. b tg Sons and Daughters 47 a 2 Ne. 10:5. of God. 1349 John 12:7–31 a thief, and had the b bag, and bare 19 The Pharisees therefore said what was put therein. among themselves, Perceive ye how 7 Then said Jesus, Let her alone: ye prevail nothing? behold, the a against the day of my burying hath a world is gone after him. b she kept this. 20 ¶ And there were certain aGreeks 8 For the poor always ye have with among them that came up to b wor- you; but me ye have not always. ship at the feast: 9 Much people of the Jews there- 21 The same came therefore to fore knew that he was there: and Philip, which was of Bethsaida of they came not for Jesus’ sake only, Galilee, and desired him, saying, but that they might see Lazarus also, Sir, we would see Jesus. whom he had raised from the dead. 22 Philip cometh and telleth An- 10 ¶ But the chief priests consulted drew: and again Andrew and Phi- that they might put Lazarus also lip tell Jesus. to death; 23 ¶ And Jesus answered them, 11 Because that by reason of him saying, The a hour is come, that the many of the Jews went away, and Son of man should be b glorified. believed on Jesus. 24 Verily, verily, I say unto you, 12 ¶ On the next day much people Except a a corn of wheat fall into that were come to the feast, when the ground and b die, it abideth they heard that Jesus was coming alone: but if it c die, it bringeth forth to Jerusalem, much fruit. 13 Took branches of palm trees, 25 He that loveth his alife shall lose and went forth to meet him, and it; and he that b hateth his life in this cried, Hosanna: Blessed is the King world shall keep it unto life eternal. of Israel that cometh in the name 26 If any man serve me, let him of the Lord. a follow me; and where I am, there 14 And Jesus, when he had found a shall also my servant be: if any man young ass, sat thereon; as it is written, serve me, him will my Father honour. 15 Fear not, daughter of Sion: be- 27 Now is my soul troubled; and hold, thy a King cometh, sitting on what shall I say ? Father, save me an ass’s colt. from this hour: but for this cause 16 These things a understood not came I unto this hour. his disciples at the first: but when 28 Father, glorify thy name. Then Jesus was glorified, then remem- came there a a voice from heaven, bered they that these things were saying, I have both b glorified it, and written of him, and that they had will glorify it again. done these things unto him. 29 The people therefore, that stood 17 The people therefore that was by, and heard it, said that it thun- with him when he called Lazarus dered: others said, An a angel spake out of his grave, and raised him to him. from the dead, bare record. 30 Jesus answered and said, This 18 For this cause the people also voice came not because of me, but a met him, for that they heard that for your sakes. he had done this b miracle. 31 Now is the judgment of this 6 a Mosiah 2:36 (36–39). 18 a Matt. 8:34. 25 a See jst Luke 9:24–25 b gr purse, money bag. b D&C 63:10 (7–12). (Appendix). John 13:29. 19 a Matt. 9:31 (27–31). b tg Hate. 7 a jst John 12:7 . . . for 20 a Acts 17:4 (1–9). 26 a 2 Ne. 31:12 (12–13). she hath preserved this b Acts 8:27. 28 a tg Godhead; ointment until now, that 23 a John 7:30. Witness of the she might anoint me in b tg Jesus Christ, Father. token of my burial. Mission of. b D&C 45:4. b Mark 14:9. 24 a gr grain, seed. 29 a tg Angels. 15 a Zech. 9:9. b 1 Cor. 15:36 (35–38). 16 a Luke 9:45; 18:34 (31–34). c tg Death. John 12:32–13:1 1350 world: now shall the a prince of this a rulers also many b believed on him; world be cast out. but because of the Pharisees they 32 And I, if I be a lifted up from the did not cconfess him, lest they should earth, will b draw all men unto me. be put out of the synagogue: 33 This he said, signifying what 43 For they loved the a praise of a death he should die. men more than the praise of God. 34 The people answered him, 44 ¶ Jesus cried and said, He that We have heard out of the law that a believeth on me, believeth not on a Christ abideth for ever: and how me, but on him that sent me. sayest thou, The Son of man must be 45 And he that seeth me seeth him lifted up? who is this Son of man? that sent me. 35 Then Jesus said unto them, Yet 46 I am come a a light into the a little while is the a light with you. world, that whosoever believeth on Walk while ye have the b light, lest me should not abide in darkness. darkness come upon you: for he that 47 And if any man hear my words, walketh in c darkness knoweth not and believe not, I judge him not: for whither he goeth. I came not to a judge the world, but 36 While ye have light, a believe in to save the world. the light, that ye may be the b chil- 48 He that a rejecteth me, and re- dren of light. These things spake ceiveth not my words, hath one that Jesus, and departed, and did hide b judgeth him: the c word that I have himself from them. spoken, the same shall d judge him 37 ¶ But though he had done so in the last day. many a miracles before them, yet 49 For I have not spoken of myself; they b believed not on him: but the Father which a sent me, he 38 That the saying of Esaias the gave me a commandment, what I prophet might be fulfilled, which should say, and what I should speak. he spake, Lord, who hath a believed 50 And I know that his command- our report? and to whom hath the ment is life everlasting: whatsoever I arm of the Lord been revealed? a speak therefore, even as the bFather 39 Therefore they could not be- said unto me, so I c speak. lieve, because that Esaias said again, 40 He hath a blinded their eyes, Chapter 13 and bhardened their heart; that they Jesus washes the feet of the Twelve—He should not see with their eyes, nor identifies Judas as His betrayer—He understand with their heart, and be commands them to love one another. converted, and I should heal them. 41 These things said Esaias, when Now before the feast of the a pass- he asaw his bglory, and spake of him. over, when Jesus knew that his hour 42 ¶ Nevertheless among the chief was come that he should depart out 31 a tg Devil. 38 a Isa. 53:1; 44 a tg Faith. 32 a tg Jesus Christ, Rom. 10:16. 46 a John 1:9 (4, 9). Atonement through; 40 a tg Spiritual Blindness. 47 a Luke 4:19; Jesus Christ, b tg Hardheartedness. John 8:15. Crucifixion of. 41 a tg Jesus Christ, 48 a D&C 39:9. b D&C 18:11. Appearances, b tg Judgment. 33 a tg Jesus Christ, Death of. Antemortal. c tg Gospel. 34 a 2 Sam. 7:16. b tg Glory. d tg Judgment, the Last. 35 a tg Light of Christ. 42 a Acts 6:7. 49 a tg Jesus Christ, b tg Light [noun]. b John 8:30 (30–31). Authority of. c tg Darkness, Spiritual; c Prov. 29:25; 50 a Deut. 18:18. Walking in Darkness. John 19:38. b 3 Ne. 15:18. 36 a tg Faith. 43 a Mark 12:38 (38–40); c tg Jesus Christ, b tg Children of Light. 1 Cor. 1:26 (26–31); Teaching Mode of. 37 a tg Miracle; 1 Ne. 8:28 (26–28); 13 1 a Deut. 16:1. Signs. Alma 11:24; b Mosiah 3:9 (9–11). D&C 3:7 (5–8). 1351 John 13:2–25 of this world unto the Father, hav- 13 Ye call me a Master and Lord: ing loved his own which were in the and ye say well; for so I am. world, he b loved them unto the end. 14 If I then, your Lord and a Mas- 2 And supper being ended, the ter, have b washed your feet; ye also devil having now put into the aheart ought to c wash one another’s d feet. of Judas Iscariot, Simon’s son, to be- 15 For I have given you an a ex- tray him; ample, that ye should do as I have 3 Jesus a knowing that the Father done to you. had given all b things into his hands, 16 Verily, verily, I say unto you, and that he was c come from God, The servant is not greater than his and went to God; lord; neither he that is sent greater 4 He riseth from supper, and laid than he that sent him. aside his garments; and took a towel, 17 If ye know these things, a happy and girded himself. are ye if ye do them. 5 After that he poureth water into 18 ¶ I speak not of you all: I know a basin, and began to a wash the dis- whom I have chosen: but that the ciples’ feet, and to wipe them with scripture may be fulfilled, He that the towel wherewith he was girded. eateth bread with me hath lifted 6 Then cometh he to Simon Peter: up his heel against me. and Peter saith unto him, Lord, dost 19 Now I tell you before it come, thou wash my feet? that, when it is come to pass, ye may 7 Jesus answered and said unto believe that I am a he. him, What I do thou knowest not 20 Verily, verily, I say unto you, now; but thou shalt know hereafter. He that receiveth whomsoever I 8 aPeter saith unto him, Thou shalt send a receiveth me; and he that never wash my feet. Jesus answered b receiveth me receiveth him that him, If I b wash thee not, thou hast sent me. no part with me. 21 When Jesus had thus said, he 9 Simon Peter saith unto him, Lord, was troubled in spirit, and testified, not my feet only, but also my hands and said, Verily, verily, I say unto and my head. you, that one of you shall a betray 10 Jesus saith to him, He that is me. washed needeth not save to wash 22 Then the disciples looked one his feet, but is a clean every whit: on another, doubting of whom he and ye are b clean, but not all. spake. 11 For he knew who should a be- 23 Now there was leaning on Jesus’ tray him; therefore said he, Ye are bosom one of his a disciples, whom not b all clean. Jesus loved. 12 So after he had washed their 24 Simon Peter therefore beckoned feet, and had taken his garments, to him, that he should ask who it and was set down again, he said should be of whom he spake. unto them, Know ye what I have 25 He then lying on Jesus’ breast done to you? saith unto him, Lord, who is it? 1 b tg God, Love of. b D&C 38:10. Jesus Christ, Exemplar; 2 a D&C 10:15 (13, 15); 11 a John 6:64. Leadership. 63:28. b D&C 66:3. 17 a tg Happiness. 3 a tg God, Omniscience of. 13 a gr Teacher. 19 a jst John 13:19 . . . the b tg Jesus Christ, 14 a gr Teacher. Christ. Power of. b tg Courtesy. 20 a D&C 39:5; 84:37. c John 7:29. c tg Humility. b 1 Jn. 4:6 (1–6). 5 a tg Wash. d tg Jesus Christ, 21 a tg Jesus Christ, 8 a jst John 13:8–10 Teaching Mode of. Betrayal of. (Appendix). 15 a tg Example; 23 a John 20:2; b tg Purification. God, the Standard of 21:24 (20–24). 10 a tg Purity. Righteousness; John 13:26–14:9 1352 26 Jesus answered, He it is, to 37 Peter said unto him, Lord, why whom I shall give a a sop, when I cannot I a follow thee now? I will lay have dipped it. And when he had down my life for thy sake. dipped the sop, he gave it to Judas 38 Jesus answered him, Wilt thou Iscariot, the son of Simon. lay down thy life for my sake? Ver- 27 And after the sop aSatan entered ily, verily, I say unto thee, The cock into him. Then said Jesus unto him, shall not crow, till thou hast denied That thou doest, do quickly. me thrice. 28 Now no man at the table knew for what intent he spake this unto Chapter 14 him. 29 For some of them thought, be- Jesus speaks of many mansions—He cause Judas had the a bag, that Jesus says that He is the way, the truth, and had said unto him, Buy those things the life and that to see Him is to see that we have need of against the the Father—He promises the first and feast; or, that he should give some- second Comforters. thing to the poor. Let not your heart be a troubled: ye 30 He then having received the believe in God, believe also in me. sop went immediately out: and it 2 In my Father’s a house are many was night. b mansions: if it were not so, I would 31 ¶ Therefore, when he was gone have told you. I go to prepare a out, Jesus said, Now is the a Son of place for you. man glorified, and God is glorified 3 And if I go and prepare a place in him. for you, I will a come again, and re- 32 If God be glorified in him, ceive you unto myself; that b where God shall also glorify him in him- c I am, there ye may be also. self, and shall straightway glorify 4 And whither I go ye know, and him. the way ye know. 33 Little children, yet a little while 5 Thomas saith unto him, Lord, we I am with you. Ye shall a seek me: know not whither thou goest; and and as I said unto the Jews, Whither how can we know the way ? I go, ye cannot come; so now I say 6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the to you. a way, the b truth, and the life: no 34 A new commandment I give man c cometh unto the Father, but unto you, That ye a love one another; by me. as I have loved you, that ye also blove 7 If ye had a known me, ye should one another. have known my Father also: and 35 By this shall all men know that from henceforth ye know him, and ye are my disciples, if ye have a love have seen him. one to another. 8 Philip saith unto him, Lord, shew 36 ¶ Simon Peter said unto him, us the Father, and it sufficeth us. Lord, whither goest thou? Jesus 9 Jesus saith unto him, Have I been answered him, Whither I go, thou so long time with you, and yet hast canst not follow me now; but thou thou not known me, Philip? he that shalt follow me afterwards. hath seen me hath seen the a Father; 26 a gr morsel, mouthful. 14 1 a D&C 50:41 (41–42). Ps. 25:4; 27 a tg Devil. 2 a tg Heaven. John 10:7 (1–15). 29 a John 12:6. b D&C 59:2; 98:18. tg Example. 31 a tg Jesus Christ, Son of tg Eternal Life; b tg Truth. Man. Telestial Glory. c Matt. 11:27; 33 a John 7:34 (33–36). 3 a Acts 1:11 (9–11). Luke 10:22. 34 a tg Love. b D&C 27:18; 132:23. tg God, Access to. b tg Family, Love within. c 1 Thes. 4:17; 7 a John 8:19; 1 Jn. 2:23; 35 a tg Fellowshipping; Rev. 22:4 (3–5). D&C 88:50. God, Love of. 6 a Ex. 18:20; 33:13; 9 a tg God, Body of, 37 a tg Commitment. 1 Sam. 12:23 (16–23); Corporeal Nature. 1353 John 14:10–28 and how sayest thou then, Shew us I am in my Father, and ye in me, the Father? and I in you. 10 Believest thou not that I am in 21 He that hath my command- the a Father, and the Father in me? ments, and a keepeth them, he it is the words that I speak unto you I that loveth me: and he that loveth speak not of myself: but the Father me shall be bloved of my Father, and that dwelleth in me, he doeth the I will love him, and will c manifest works. myself to him. 11 Believe me that I am a in the 22 Judas saith unto him, not b Father, and the Father in me: or Iscariot, Lord, how is it that thou else believe me for the very works’ wilt manifest thyself unto us, and sake. not unto the world? 12 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He 23 Jesus answered and said unto that abelieveth on me, the works that him, If a man love me, he will keep I do shall he do also; and greater my words: and my Father will works than these shall he do; be- a love him, and we will come unto cause I b go unto my c Father. him, and make our b abode with 13 And whatsoever ye shall a ask in him. my b name, that will I do, that the 24 He that loveth me not keepeth Father may be glorified in the Son. not my sayings: and the word which 14 If ye shall ask any thing in my ye hear is not mine, but the Father’s name, I will do it. which sent me. 15 ¶ If ye a love me, b keep my c com- 25 These things have I spoken unto mandments. you, being yet present with you. 16 And I will pray the Father, and 26 But the a Comforter, which is the he shall give you another a Com- b Holy Ghost, whom the Father will forter, that he may b abide with you send in my c name, he shall d teach for ever; you all things, and bring all things 17 Even the Spirit of truth; whom to your remembrance, whatsoever the world cannot receive, because I have said unto you. it seeth him not, neither knoweth 27 a Peace I leave with you, my him: but ye know him; for he dwell- b peace I give unto you: not as the eth with you, and shall be in you. world giveth, give I unto you. Let 18 I will not leave you a comfort- not your heart be c troubled, neither less: I will b come to you. let it be afraid. 19 Yet a little while, and the world 28 Ye have heard how I said unto seeth me no more; but ye see me: you, I go away, and come again because I live, ye shall live also. unto you. If ye loved me, ye would 20 At that day ye shall know that rejoice, because I said, I a go unto 10 a D&C 93:3. b tg Duty; Obedience. b 1 Jn. 3:24; 11 a D&C 50:43. c tg Commandments Rev. 3:20; b tg Jesus Christ, of God; Commitment; D&C 130:3. Relationships with the Good Works. 26 a tg Holy Ghost, Father. 16 a tg Holy Ghost, Comforter. 12 a Acts 9:41 (36–43); Comforter. b tg Guidance, Divine. 4 Ne. 1:5 (5, 32–33). b D&C 20:77. c tg Name. tg Faith. 18 a gr orphans. d tg God, Omniscience of; b tg Jesus Christ, tg Comfort. Holy Ghost, Gifts of; Ascension of. b John 16:32; Holy Ghost, Mission of; c tg God the Father, 2 Tim. 4:17 (16–17). Inspiration; Learn; Elohim. tg God, Privilege of Teaching. 13 a D&C 6:14; 29:6. Seeing. 27 a tg Peace of God. tg Prayer. 21 a tg Obedience. b tg Contentment; b tg Name. b tg God, Love of. Peace. 15 a tg God, Love of; c tg God, Privilege of c tg Sorrow. God, the Standard of Seeing; Revelation. 28 a tg Jesus Christ, Righteousness; Love. 23 a tg God, Love of. Ascension of. John 14:29–15:16 1354 the Father: for my b Father is greater fruit: for without b me ye can do than I. nothing. 29 And now I have told you before 6 If a man a abide not in me, he it come to pass, that, when it is come is cast forth as a branch, and is to pass, ye might a believe. withered; and men gather them, 30 Hereafter I will not talk much and cast them into the fire, and they with you: a for the b prince of this are burned. c world cometh, and hath nothing 7 If ye a abide in me, and my words in me. abide in you, ye shall b ask what ye 31 But that the world may know will, and it shall be done unto you. that I love the Father; and as the 8 Herein is my Father a glorified, Father gave me a commandment, that ye bear much fruit; so shall ye even so I do. Arise, let us go hence. be my disciples. 9 As the Father hath a loved me, Chapter 15 so have I loved you: continue ye in Jesus is the vine; His disciples are the my love. branches—He discourses on the perfect 10 If ye a keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my b love; even as law of love—His servants have been I have kept my Father’s command- chosen and ordained by Him—The world hates and fights true religion— ments, and abide in his love. He promises the Comforter, the Spirit 11 These things have I spoken unto of Truth. you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your ajoy might be full. I am the true a vine, and my Father 12 This is my commandment, is the husbandman. That ye a love one another, as I have 2 Every abranch in me that beareth b loved you. not b fruit he taketh away: and ev- 13 Greater a love hath no man than ery branch that beareth fruit, he this, that a man lay down his b life c purgeth it, that it may bring forth for his c friends. more fruit. 14 Ye are my a friends, if ye do 3 Now ye are clean through the whatsoever I b command you. word which I have spoken unto you. 15 Henceforth I call you not ser- 4 aAbide in me, and I in you. As vants; for the servant knoweth not the branch cannot bear fruit of it- what his lord doeth: but I have self, except it abide in the vine; no called you a friends; for all things more can ye, except ye abide in me. that I have b heard of my Father I 5 I am the avine, ye are the branches: have made c known unto you. He that abideth in me, and I in him, 16 Ye have not chosen me, but I the same bringeth forth much have a chosen you, and b ordained 28 b tg Godhead. D&C 35:18; 43:3; 50:24. c tg Brotherhood and 29 a tg Faith. 5 a tg Vineyard of the Lord. Sisterhood; Friendship. 30 a jst John 14:30 . . . for b Philip. 4:13. 14 a D&C 84:63. the prince of darkness, 6 a Col. 1:23. b tg Commandments who is of this world, 7 a tg Problem-Solving. of God. cometh, but hath no b tg Prayer. 15 a Luke 12:4. power over me, but he 8 a Isa. 49:3; Matt. 5:16. b John 16:12; hath power over you. 9 a tg God, Love of. 3 Ne. 15:16 (13–18). b tg Devil. 10 a 1 Ne. 17:35; Mosiah 2:4; c tg Revelation. c tg Worldliness. D&C 95:12. 16 a tg Apostles; 31 a tg Jesus Christ, tg Obedience. Called of God; Authority of. b tg Love. Election; 15 1 a Gen. 49:11; 1 Ne. 15:15. 11 a tg Joy. Priesthood, Quali- 2 a Matt. 15:13 (13–14). 12 a tg Love. fying for. b Matt. 7:19 (15–20); b D&C 6:20. b tg Authority; Luke 3:9. 13 a 1 Jn. 3:16 (10–18). Church Organization; c gr purifies. tg Love. Priesthood, Authority; tg Test. b tg Life, Sanctity of; Priesthood, History of; 4 a 1 Jn. 2:6; Martyrdom. Priesthood, Melchizedek. 1355 John 15:17–16:10 you, that ye should go and bring 27 And ye also shall bear a witness, forth c fruit, and that your fruit because ye have been with me from should remain: that whatsoever ye the beginning. shall ask of the Father in my d name, he may give it you. Chapter 16 17 These things I command you, that ye love one another. Jesus discourses on the mission of the 18 If the world a hate you, ye know Holy Ghost—He tells of His death and resurrection, announces that He is the that it hated me before it hated you. Son of God, and says that He has over- 19 If ye were of the a world, the come the world. world would b love his own: but be- cause ye are not of the world, but I These things have I spoken unto have chosen you out of the world, you, that ye should not be aoffended. therefore the world hateth you. 2 They shall put you out of the 20 Remember the word that I said syna­gogues: yea, the time cometh, unto you, The aservant is not greater that whosoever a killeth you will than his lord. If they have b perse- think that he doeth God service. cuted me, they will also persecute 3 And these things will they do you; if they have kept my saying, unto you, because they have not they will keep yours also. a known the Father, nor me. 21 But all these things will they 4 But these things have I told you, do unto you for my name’s sake, that when the time shall come, ye because they know not him that may remember that I told you of sent me. them. And these things I said not 22 If I had not come and spoken unto you at the beginning, because unto them, they had not had a sin: I was with you. but now they have no b cloak for 5 But now I a go my way to him their sin. that sent me; and none of you ask- 23 He that hateth me hateth my eth me, Whither goest thou? Father also. 6 But because I have said these 24 If I had not done among them things unto you, sorrow hath filled the works which none other man your heart. did, they had not had a sin: but now 7 Nevertheless I tell you the truth; have they both seen and hated both It is a expedient for you that I go me and my Father. away: for if I go not away, the b Com- 25 But this cometh to pass, that the forter will not come unto you; but if word might be fulfilled that is writ- I depart, I will send him unto you. ten in their law, They a hated me 8 And when he is come, he will without a cause. a reprove the world of sin, and of 26 But when the a Comforter is b righteousness, and of judgment: come, whom I will send unto you 9 Of a sin, because they believe from the Father, even the Spirit of not on me; truth, which proceedeth from the 10 Of righteousness, because I go to Father, he shall b testify of me: my Father, and ye see me no more; 16 c tg Missionary Work; D&C 82:3 (3–4). 3 a Moses 4:6. Mission of Early Saints. b ie pretext, excuse. 5 a Luke 5:35. d D&C 18:18. 24 a Alma 32:19 (17–19). 7 a gr beneficial, 18 a tg Hate. 25 a tg Hate. profitable, 19 a tg World; 26 a tg Comfort; advantageous. Worldliness. Holy Ghost, Comforter. b tg Holy Ghost, b Luke 6:26. b tg Holy Ghost, Mission Comforter. 20 a Matt. 10:24 (24–25). of; Holy Ghost, Source 8 a tg Holy Ghost, b D&C 6:29. of Testimony. Mission of; tg Persecution. 27 a tg Witness. Reproof. 22 a John 9:41 (39–41); 16 1 a tg Offense. b tg Righteousness. 2 Ne. 9:25 (25–27); 2 a tg Persecution. 9 a tg Sin. John 16:11–30 1356 11 Of judgment, because the prince 21 A a woman when she is in tra- of this world is judged. vail hath sorrow, because her hour 12 I have yet many things to a say is come: but as soon as she is deliv- unto you, but ye cannot b bear them ered of the child, she remembereth now. no more the anguish, for joy that a 13 Howbeit when he, the a Spirit of man is born into the world. truth, is come, he will b guide you 22 And ye now therefore have asor- into all c truth: for he shall not speak row: but I will see you again, and of himself; but whatsoever he shall your heart shall rejoice, and your hear, that shall he speak: and he will b joy no man taketh from you. d shew you things to come. 23 And in that day ye shall ask me 14 He shall aglorify me: for he shall a nothing. Verily, verily, I say unto receive of mine, and shall shew it you, Whatsoever ye shall b ask the unto you. Father in my name, he will give it 15 All athings that the bFather hath you. are mine: therefore said I, that he 24 Hitherto have ye asked noth- shall take of mine, and shall shew ing in my name: a ask, and ye shall it unto you. receive, that your joy may be full. 16 A little while, and ye shall not 25 These things have I spoken see me: and again, a little while, unto you in a proverbs: but the time and ye shall a see me, because I go cometh, when I shall no more speak to the Father. unto you in proverbs, but I shall 17 Then said some of his disciples shew you plainly of the Father. among themselves, What is this that 26 At that day ye shall ask in my he saith unto us, A little while, and name: and I say not unto you, that ye shall not see me: and again, a lit- I will pray the Father for you: tle while, and ye shall see me: and, 27 For the Father himself a loveth Because I go to the Father? you, because ye have loved me, 18 They said therefore, What is and have b believed that I came out this that he saith, A little while? we from God. cannot tell what he saith. 28 I a came b forth from the c Father, 19 Now Jesus knew that they were and am come into the world: again, desirous to ask him, and said unto I leave the world, and go to the them, Do ye inquire among your- Father. selves of that I said, A little while, 29 His disciples said unto him, and ye shall not see me: and again, Lo, now speakest thou plainly, and a little while, and ye shall see me? speakest no proverb. 20 Verily, verily, I say unto you, 30 Now are we sure that thou That ye shall weep and lament, a knowest all things, and needest but the world shall rejoice: and not that any man should ask thee: ye shall be sorrowful, but your a sor- by this we believe that thou camest row shall be turned into b joy. forth from God. 12 a John 15:15; tg Holy Ghost, but it shall be done unto you. 3 Ne. 15:16 (13–18). Mission of. Verily, verily, I say . . . b Heb. 5:11 (11–12); 15 a 3 Ne. 28:10; b tg Prayer. 3 Ne. 17:2 (2–4); D&C 76:59; 84:38 (37–38). 24 a D&C 66:9. D&C 50:40; 78:18 (17–18). b tg Jesus Christ, 25 a gr figurative discourse, 13 a tg Conscience. Divine Sonship. similitudes. b tg God, Omniscience of; 16 a D&C 35:21; 38:8. 27 a tg God, Love of. Holy Ghost, Gifts of; 20 a tg Pain; Patience. b tg Faith. Holy Ghost, Mission of; b tg Joy. 28 a John 8:42; 17:8; Gal. 4:4. Inspiration; Learn. 21 a tg Marriage, b John 8:14. c tg God, Intelligence of; Motherhood. c tg Man, Antemortal Truth. 22 a tg Sorrow. Existence of. d tg Revelation. b tg Joy. 30 a tg God, Omniscience of; 14 a Acts 3:13. 23 a jst John 16:23 . . . nothing God, Perfection of. 1357 John 16:31–17:13 31 Jesus answered them, Do ye 5 And now, O Father, glorify thou now believe? me with thine own self with the 32 Behold, the hour cometh, yea, a glory which I had with thee b be- is now come, that ye shall be scat- fore the world was. tered, every man to his own, and 6 I have manifested thy name unto shall leave me alone: and yet I am the men which thou gavest me a out not a alone, because the Father is of the world: thine they were, and with me. thou gavest them me; and they have 33 These things I have spoken kept thy word. unto you, that in me ye might have 7 Now they have known that all a peace. In the b world ye shall have things whatsoever thou hast a given c tribulation: but be of good d cheer; me are of thee. I have e overcome the world. 8 For I have given unto them the a words which thou gavest me; and Chapter 17 they have received them, and have Jesus offers the great Intercessory known surely that I b came out from Prayer—He is glorified by gaining thee, and they have c believed that thou didst send me. eternal life—He prays for His Apostles 9 I a pray for them: I pray not for and all the Saints—He explains how the world, but for them which b thou the Father and Son are one. hast given me; for they are thine. These words spake Jesus, and lifted 10 And all mine are thine, and up his eyes to heaven, and said, thine are mine; and I am glorified Father, the hour is come; glorify in them. thy a Son, that thy Son also may 11 And now I am no more in the b glorify thee: world, but these are in the a world, 2 As thou hast given him a power and I come to thee. Holy Father, over all flesh, that he should give keep through thine own name those b eternal life to as many as thou hast whom thou hast given me, that they c given him. may be b one, as we are. 3 And this is a life b eternal, that 12 While I was with them in the they might c know thee the only world, I kept them in thy name: true d God, and Jesus Christ, whom those that thou gavest me I have thou hast e sent. kept, and a none of them is b lost, 4 I have aglorified thee on the earth: but the son of c perdition; that the I have b finished the work which scripture might be fulfilled. thou gavest me to do. 13 And now come I to thee; and 32 a John 8:16, 29; 14:18. b 1 Jn. 1:2; 2:25; 6 a 1 Kgs. 8:53; 33 a tg Peace of God. D&C 132:24. 3 Ne. 15:19 (19–20). b tg Earth, Purpose of; c Jer. 9:3; Hosea 2:20; 7 a tg Jesus Christ, World; Worldliness. 1 Jn. 4:8 (7–8); Relationships with c tg Affliction; Test; D&C 101:16. the Father. Tribulation. tg God, Knowledge 8 a Deut. 18:18; John 6:68. d tg Happiness. about; Objectives; tg Revelation. e Rev. 12:11 (10–12); Testimony. b John 8:42; D&C 50:41; 76:107. d tg Godhead. 16:28 (27–28, 30); 17 1 a tg Jesus Christ, Divine e tg Jesus Christ, Messen- Gal. 4:4. Sonship. ger of the Covenant. c tg Faith. b tg Jesus Christ, 4 a D&C 65:6; 76:43 (40–43). 9 a tg Prayer. Mission of. b D&C 19:2. b D&C 27:14; 84:63. 2 a tg Jesus Christ, tg Jesus Christ, 11 a tg Earth, Purpose of. Authority of; Atonement through. b tg Unity. Jesus Christ, Power of. 5 a tg Celestial Glory; 12 a John 6:39; 18:9. b John 6:37. Jesus Christ, Glory of. b D&C 50:42. c John 10:29 (27–29); b tg Jesus Christ, Foreor- c 3 Ne. 27:32. D&C 50:41. dained; Man, Antemor- tg Damnation; Death, 3 a tg Eternal Life. tal Existence of. Spiritual, Second; Hell. John 17:14–18:8 1358 these things I speak in the world, known thee, and these have known that they might have my a joy ful- that thou hast sent me. filled in themselves. 26 And I have a declared unto them 14 I have given them thy word; and thy b name, and will declare it: that the world hath hated them, because the clove wherewith thou hast dloved they are not of the world, even as I me may be in them, and I in them. am not of the world. 15 I pray not that thou shouldest Chapter 18 take them out of the a world, but that thou shouldest b keep them Jesus is betrayed and arrested—He is examined and maltreated first before from the c evil. Annas, then before Caiaphas—Peter de- 16 They are not of the a world, even as I am not of the world. nies knowing Jesus—Jesus is arraigned 17 a Sanctify them through thy before Pilate. b truth: thy word is c truth. When Jesus had spoken these words, 18 As thou hast a sent me into the he went forth with his disciples over world, even so have I also sent them the brook Cedron, where was a gar- into the world. den, into the which he entered, and 19 And for their sakes I a sanctify his disciples. myself, that they also might be sanc- 2 And Judas also, which betrayed tified through the truth. him, knew the place: for Jesus oft- 20 Neither a pray I for these alone, times resorted thither with his dis- but for them also which shall b be- ciples. lieve on me through their word; 3 Judas then, having received a 21 That they all may be a one; as band of men and officers from the thou, b Father, art in me, and I in chief priests and Pharisees, cometh thee, that they also may be c one in thither with lanterns and torches us: that the world may believe that and weapons. thou hast sent me. 4 Jesus therefore, knowing all 22 And the glory which thou gav- things that should come upon him, est me I have given them; that they went forth, and said unto them, may be a one, even as we are b one: Whom seek ye? 23 I in them, and thou in me, that 5 They answered him, Jesus of they may be made a perfect in one; Naza­reth. Jesus saith unto them, I and that the world may know that am he. And Judas also, which be- thou hast sent me, and hast b loved trayed him, stood with them. them, as thou hast loved me. 6 As soon then as he had said unto 24 Father, I will that they also, them, I am he, they went backward, whom thou hast given me, be with and fell to the ground. me where I am; that they may be- 7 Then asked he them again, Whom hold my glory, which thou hast given seek ye? And they said, Jesus of me: for thou lovedst me before the Nazareth. foundation of the world. 8 Jesus answered, I have told you 25 O righteous Father, the world that I am he: if therefore ye seek me, hath not a known thee: but I have let these go their way: 13 a tg Joy. Authority of. b D&C 93:3. 15 a tg World. 19 a tg Jesus Christ, 23 a tg Perfection. b tg Refuge. Atonement through. b tg God, Love of. c tg Evil. 20 a tg Prayer. 25 a tg God, Knowledge 16 a tg Worldliness. b D&C 45:5. about. 17 a tg Sanctification. 21 a 4 Ne. 1:17 (15–17); 26 a tg Preaching. b Jacob 4:13. D&C 38:27. b tg Name. c 2 Sam. 7:28; b tg Godhead; c tg God, Love of. Ps. 119:142. God the Father, Elohim. d tg Jesus Christ, tg Truth. c D&C 35:2; Moses 6:68. Relationships with 18 a tg Jesus Christ, 22 a Gal. 2:20. the Father. 1359 John 18:9–33 9 That the saying might be fulfilled, whither the Jews always resort; and which he spake, Of them which thou in secret have I said nothing. gavest me have I lost a none. 21 Why askest thou me? ask them 10 Then Simon Peter having a which heard me, what I have said sword drew it, and smote the high unto them: behold, they know what priest’s servant, and a cut off his I said. right ear. The servant’s name was 22 And when he had thus spoken, b Malchus. one of the officers which stood by 11 Then said Jesus unto Peter, Put a struck Jesus with the palm of his up thy sword into the sheath: the hand, saying, Answerest thou the a cup which my Father hath given high priest so? me, shall I not drink it? 23 Jesus answered him, If I have 12 Then the band and the captain spoken evil, bear witness of the evil: and officers of the Jews took Jesus, but if well, why smitest thou me? and bound him, 24 Now Annas had sent him bound 13 And led him away to aAnnas unto Caiaphas the high priest. first; for he was father in law to 25 And Simon Peter stood and Caiaphas, which was the high priest warmed himself. They said there- that same year. fore unto him, Art not thou also one 14 Now a Caiaphas was he, which of his disciples? He denied it, and gave counsel to the Jews, that it was said, I am not. expedient that one man should die 26 One of the servants of the high for the people. priest, being his kinsman whose ear 15 ¶ And Simon Peter followed Peter cut off, saith, Did not I see thee Jesus, and so did another disciple: in the garden with him? that disciple was known unto the 27 Peter then denied again: and high priest, and went in with Jesus immediately the cock crew. into the palace of the high priest. 28 ¶ Then led they Jesus from Caia- 16 But Peter stood at the door phas unto the hall of judgment: and without. Then went out that other it was early; and they themselves disciple, which was known unto went not into the judgment hall, the high priest, and spake unto her lest they should be defiled; but that that kept the door, and brought in they might eat the a passover. Peter. 29 aPilate then went out unto them, 17 Then saith the damsel that kept and said, What accusation bring ye the door unto Peter, Art not thou against this man? also one of this man’s disciples? He 30 They answered and said unto saith, I am not. him, If he were not a malefactor, 18 And the servants and officers we would not have delivered him stood there, who had made a fire up unto thee. of coals; for it was cold: and they 31 Then said Pilate unto them, Take warmed themselves: and Peter ye him, and judge him according to stood with them, and warmed your law. The Jews therefore said himself. unto him, It is not lawful for us to 19 ¶ The high a priest then asked put any man to death: Jesus of his disciples, and of his 32 That the saying of Jesus might doctrine. be fulfilled, which he spake, sig- 20 Jesus answered him, I spake nifying what death he should die. openly to the world; I ever taught in 33 Then Pilate entered into the the synagogue, and in the temple, judgment hall again, and called 18 9 a John 6:39; 17:12. Luke 3:2. Trials of. 10 a tg Rashness. tg Jesus Christ, 22 a Acts 23:2. b Matt. 26:51. Trials of. 28 a John 19:14. 11 a 3 Ne. 11:11. 14 a John 19:11. 29 a tg Jesus Christ, 13 a Matt. 26:57; 19 a tg Jesus Christ, Trials of. John 18:34–19:13 1360 Jesus, and said unto him, Art thou of thorns, and put it on his head, the King of the Jews? and they put on him a purple robe, 34 Jesus answered him, Sayest thou 3 And said, Hail, a King of the this thing of thyself, or did others Jews! and they smote him with tell it thee of me? their hands. 35 Pilate answered, Am I a Jew? 4 Pilate therefore went forth again, Thine own nation and the chief and saith unto them, Behold, I bring priests have delivered thee unto him forth to you, that ye may know me: what hast thou done? that I find no a fault in him. 36 Jesus answered, My akingdom is 5 Then came Jesus forth, wearing not of this b world: if my kingdom the crown of thorns, and the purple were of this world, then would my robe. And Pilate saith unto them, servants fight, that I should not be Behold the man! delivered to the Jews: but now is my 6 When the chief priests therefore kingdom not from hence. and officers saw him, they a cried 37 a Pilate therefore said unto out, saying, Crucify him, crucify him, Art thou a b king then? Jesus him. Pilate saith unto them, Take answered, Thou sayest that I am a ye him, and crucify him: for I find c king. To this end was I born, and no b fault in him. for this cause came I into the world, 7 The Jews answered him, We have that I should bear witness unto the a a law, and by our law he ought to d truth. Every one that is of the truth die, because he made himself the heareth my voice. b Son of God. 38 Pilate saith unto him, What is 8 ¶ When Pilate therefore heard truth? And when he had a said this, that saying, he was the more afraid; he went out again unto the Jews, 9 And went again into the judg- and saith unto them, I find in him ment hall, and saith unto Jesus, no b fault at all. Whence art thou? But Jesus gave 39 But ye have a custom, that I him no a answer. should release unto you one at the 10 Then saith Pilate unto him, passover: will ye therefore that I re- Speakest thou not unto me? know- lease unto you the King of the Jews? est thou not that I have power to 40 Then cried they all again, say- crucify thee, and have power to ing, Not this man, but Barabbas. release thee? Now a Barabbas was a robber. 11 Jesus answered, Thou couldest have no a power at all against me, ex- Chapter 19 cept it were given thee from above: Jesus is scourged and crucified—He therefore he that delivered me unto thee hath the greater b sin. places His mother in John’s care— 12 And from thenceforth Pilate He dies and His side is pierced with sought to release him: but the Jews a spear—He is buried in the tomb of cried out, saying, If thou let this Joseph of Arimathæa. man go, thou art not Cæsar’s friend: Then Pilate therefore took Jesus, whosoever maketh himself a a king and a scourged him. speaketh against Cæsar. 2 And the soldiers plaited a crown 13 ¶ When Pilate therefore heard 36 a John 6:15. John 19:4. motive. b tg World. 40 a Luke 23:19. 7 a Lev. 24:16. 37 a 1 Tim. 6:13. 19 1 a Mosiah 15:5. b John 5:18 (17–18); 10:33; b Isa. 55:4. 3 a D&C 45:53. Mosiah 15:2. c John 19:12 (11–13). 4 a gr cause, crime, case. 9 a Mosiah 14:7; 15:6. d 3 Ne. 11:31 (31–41). John 18:38; 11 a Rom. 13:1; tg Truth. Mosiah 14:9. D&C 134:1. 38 a gr said this again. 6 a Acts 3:13. b John 18:14. b Matt. 27:24 (11–26); b gr cause, crime, 12 a John 18:37 (33, 36–37). 1361 John 19:14–31 that saying, he brought Jesus forth, soldier a part; and also his coat: now and sat down in the judgment seat the coat was without seam, woven in a place that is called the Pave- from the top throughout. ment, but in the Hebrew, Gabbatha. 24 They said therefore among 14 And it was the preparation of themselves, Let us not rend it, but the a passover, and about the sixth cast lots for it, whose it shall be: hour: and he saith unto the Jews, that the scripture might be fulfilled, Behold your b King! which saith, They parted my a rai- 15 But they cried out, Away with ment among them, and for my ves- him, away with him, a crucify him. ture they did cast lots. These things Pilate saith unto them, Shall I cru- therefore the soldiers did. cify your King? The chief priests 25 ¶ Now there stood by the cross answered, We have no b king but of Jesus his amother, and his mother’s Cæsar. sister, Mary the wife of b Cleophas, 16 Then delivered he him there- and Mary Magdalene. fore unto them to be crucified. And 26 When Jesus therefore saw his they took Jesus, and led him away. mother, and the a disciple stand- 17 And he a bearing his b cross went ing by, whom he loved, he saith forth into a place called the place of unto his mother, b Woman, behold a c skull, which is called in the He- thy son! brew Golgotha: 27 Then saith he to the disciple, 18 Where they crucified him, and Behold thy a mother! And from that two other with him, on either side hour that disciple took her unto his one, and Jesus in the midst. own home. 19 ¶ And Pilate wrote a title, and 28 ¶ After this, Jesus knowing that put it on the cross. And the writing all things were now accomplished, was, Jesus of Nazareth the that the scripture might be fulfilled, King of the Jews. saith, I thirst. 20 This title then read many of 29 Now there was set a vessel full the Jews: for the place where Jesus of vinegar: and they filled a sponge was crucified was nigh to the city: with a vinegar, and put it upon hys- and it was written in Hebrew, and sop, and put it to his mouth. Greek, and Latin. 30 When Jesus therefore had re- 21 Then said the chief priests of ceived the vinegar, he said, It is the Jews to Pilate, Write not, The a finished: and he bowed his head, King of the Jews; but that he said, and gave up the ghost. I am King of the Jews. 31 The Jews therefore, because it 22 Pilate answered, What I have was the preparation, that the bodies written I have written. should not remain upon the a cross 23 ¶ Then the soldiers, when they on the sabbath day, (for that b sab- had crucified Jesus, took his gar- bath day was an c high d day,) be- ments, and made four parts, to every sought Pilate that their legs might be 14 a John 18:28. Motherhood. b Ex. 12:16 (15–17). tg Passover. b Luke 24:18. c Jesus arose on the first b D&C 45:53. 26 a John 20:2 (2–9); day of the week. The 15 a tg Jesus Christ, D&C 7:1. previous day was the Trials of. b tg Woman. weekly Sabbath. The b 2 Ne. 10:14. 27 a tg Family, Love within; day before the Sabbath, 17 a Gen. 22:6. Honoring Father and being also the day after b Luke 14:27. Mother; the Passover meal, c jst John 19:17 . . . Jesus Christ, Family of. could be the “high” day. burial . . . 29 a Ps. 69:21. Ex. 12:16; Heb. 13:12 (11–16). 30 a tg Jesus Christ, Lev. 23:7; 24 a Ps. 22:18. Atonement through. Mark 15:42. 25 a Luke 2:35 (34–35). 31 a tg Jesus Christ, d Ex. 12:14 (12–16). tg Marriage, Crucifixion of. John 19:32–20:10 1362 e broken, and that they might be Chapter 20 taken away. 32 Then came the soldiers, and Mary Magdalene, Peter, and John find brake the legs of the first, and of the empty tomb—The risen Christ ap- the other which was crucified with pears to Mary Magdalene in the gar- him. den—He appears to the disciples and 33 But when they came to Jesus, shows His resurrected body—Thomas and saw that he was dead already, feels the wounds in Jesus’ hands, feet, they a brake not his legs: and side—Jesus is the Christ, the Son 34 But one of the soldiers with a of God. spear pierced his side, and forthwith The a first day of the week cometh came there out blood and water. Mary Magdalene early, when it was 35 And he that asaw it bare brecord, yet b dark, unto the sepulchre, and and his record is true: and he seeth the c stone taken away from knoweth that he saith true, that ye the d sepulchre. might believe. 2 Then she runneth, and cometh to 36 For these things were done, that Simon Peter, and to the other a dis- the scripture should be fulfilled, A ciple, whom Jesus loved, and saith a bone of him shall not be broken. unto them, They have taken away the 37 And again another scripture b Lord out of the sepulchre, and we saith, They shall look on him whom know not where they have laid him. they a pierced. 3 Peter therefore went forth, and 38 ¶ And after this aJoseph of Ari­ that other disciple, and came to the mathæa, being a disciple of Jesus, sepulchre. but secretly for b fear of the Jews, 4 So they ran both together: and besought Pilate that he might take the other disciple did outrun Peter, away the body of Jesus: and Pilate and came first to the sepulchre. gave him leave. He came therefore, 5 And he stooping down, and look- and took the body of Jesus. ing in, saw the linen clothes lying; 39 And there came also a Nicode- yet went he not in. mus, which at the first came to Jesus 6 Then cometh Simon Peter follow- by night, and brought a mixture of ing him, and went into the sepul- b myrrh and aloes, about an hundred chre, and seeth the linen clothes lie, pound weight. 7 And the a napkin, that was about 40 Then took they the body of his head, not lying with the linen Jesus, and wound it in linen clothes clothes, but wrapped together in a with the spices, as the manner of place by itself. the Jews is to bury. 8 Then went in also that other dis- 41 Now in the place where he was ciple, which came first to the sep- crucified there was a garden; and ulchre, and he saw, and believed. in the garden a new a sepulchre, 9 For as yet they knew not the wherein was never man yet laid. scripture, that he must a rise again 42 There laid they Jesus therefore from the b dead. because of the Jews’ apreparation day; 10 Then the disciples went away for the sepulchre was nigh at hand. again unto their own home. 31 e Deut. 21:23 (22–23). John 7:13; 12:42 (42–43). 2 a John 13:23; 33 a tg Jesus Christ, Types 39 a John 3:1 (1–10). 19:26 (26–27); of, in Anticipation; b Ps. 45:8. 21:24 (20–24); Passover. 41 a Luke 23:53; 2 Ne. 25:13. 1 Ne. 14:27 (18–27); 35 a John 1:14; 21:24. 42 a tg Passover. D&C 7:1. b John 1:7 (6–8). 20 1 a tg Sabbath. b tg Jesus Christ, Lord. 36 a Ex. 12:46; Num. 9:12. b Mark 16:2. 7 a John 11:44. 37 a tg Jesus Christ, c Matt. 27:60. 9 a Mark 9:10 (9–10); Crucifixion of. d jst John 20:1 . . . Hel. 14:16 (15–17); 38 a Matt. 27:57 (57–61). sepulcher, and two D&C 18:12 (11–12). b Prov. 29:25; angels sitting thereon. b Isa. 25:8. 1363 John 20:11–29 11 ¶ But Mary stood without at in the midst, and saith unto them, the sepulchre weeping: and as she c Peace be unto you. wept, she stooped down, and looked 20 And when he had so said, he into the sepulchre, shewed unto them his a hands and 12 And seeth two a angels in white his side. Then were the disciples sitting, the one at the head, and the glad, when they b saw the Lord. other at the feet, where the body of 21 Then said Jesus to them again, Jesus had lain. Peace be unto you: as my a Father 13 And they say unto her, Woman, hath b sent me, even so c send I you. why weepest thou? She saith unto 22 And when he had said this, he them, Because they have taken away breathed on them, and saith unto my Lord, and I know not where they them, Receive ye the Holy Ghost: have laid him. 23 Whose soever sins ye a remit, 14 And when she had thus said, they are remitted unto them; and she turned herself back, and a saw whose soever sins ye retain, they Jesus standing, and knew not that are retained. it was Jesus. 24 ¶ But Thomas, one of the twelve, 15 Jesus saith unto her, Woman, called Didymus, was not with them why weepest thou? whom seekest when Jesus came. thou? She, supposing him to be 25 The other disciples therefore the gardener, saith unto him, Sir, said unto him, We have seen the if thou have borne him hence, tell Lord. But he said unto them, Except me where thou hast laid him, and I shall see in his hands the a print I will take him away. of the nails, and put my finger into 16 Jesus saith unto her, Mary. She the print of the nails, and thrust my turned herself, and saith unto him, hand into his side, I will not believe. Rabboni; which is to say, a Master. 26 ¶ And after eight days again his 17 Jesus saith unto her, a Touch me disciples were within, and Thomas not; for I am not yet b ascended to with them: then came Jesus, the doors my c Father: but go to my brethren, being shut, and stood in the midst, and say unto them, I ascend unto and said, Peace be unto you. my d Father, and your Father; and 27 Then saith he to Thomas, Reach to my God, and your God. hither thy finger, and behold my 18 Mary Magdalene came and told hands; and reach hither thy hand, the disciples that she had seen the and a thrust it into my side: and be Lord, and that he had spoken these not b faithless, but c believing. things unto her. 28 And Thomas answered and said 19 ¶ Then the same day at eve- unto him, My Lord and my God. ning, being the first day of the week, 29 Jesus saith unto him, Thomas, when the doors were shut where the because thou hast a seen me, thou disciples were a assembled for fear hast believed: b blessed are they that of the Jews, came Jesus and b stood have not seen, and yet have cbelieved. 12 a tg Angels. Worship; Meetings. tg Authority. 14 a tg Jesus Christ, Ap- b tg Jesus Christ, Ap- 23 a tg Priesthood, Keys of; pearances, Postmortal. pearances, Postmortal. Remission of Sins. 16 a gr Teacher. c tg Peace of God. 25 a tg Jesus Christ, 17 a jst John 20:17 . . . Hold 20 a tg Jesus Christ, Crucifixion of. me not . . . Resurrection. 27 a 3 Ne. 11:14. b Luke 23:43 (39–43); b tg Jesus Christ, b tg Doubt. Alma 40:11 (6–15). Appearances, c tg Unbelief. tg Jesus Christ, Postmortal. 29 a tg Jesus Christ, Ap- Ascension of. 21 a tg Jesus Christ, Divine pearances, Postmortal. c tg God the Father, Sonship. b D&C 34:4. Elohim. b tg Jesus Christ, c 1 Pet. 1:8; d tg Godhead. Authority of. Alma 32:21 (17–21). 19 a tg Assembly for c Mark 16:15 (14–18). tg Faith. John 20:30–21:17 1364 30 ¶ And many other a signs truly his fisher’s coat unto him, (for he did Jesus in the presence of his was naked,) and did cast himself disciples, which are not b written into the sea. in this book: 8 And the other disciples came 31 But these are a written, that in a little ship; (for they were not ye might b believe that Jesus is the far from land, but as it were two c Christ, the Son of God; and that be- hundred cubits,) dragging the net lieving ye might have d life through with fishes. his e name. 9 As soon then as they were come to land, they saw a fire of coals there, Chapter 21 and fish laid thereon, and bread. 10 Jesus saith unto them, Bring of Jesus appears to the disciples at the sea the fish which ye have now caught. of Tiberias—He says, Feed my sheep— 11 Simon Peter went up, and drew He foretells Peter’s martyrdom and that the net to land full of great fishes, John will not die. an hundred and fifty and three: and After these things Jesus a shewed for all there were so many, yet was himself again to the disciples at the not the net broken. sea of Tiberias; and on this wise 12 Jesus saith unto them, Come shewed he himself. and dine. And none of the disciples 2 There were together Simon Peter, durst ask him, Who art thou? know- and Thomas called Didymus, and ing that it was the Lord. Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, and 13 Jesus then cometh, and taketh the sons of a Zebedee, and two other bread, and giveth them, and fish of his disciples. likewise. 3 Simon Peter saith unto them, I 14 This is now the a third time that go a fishing. They say unto him, We Jesus b shewed himself to his disci- also go with thee. They went forth, ples, after that he was risen from and entered into a ship immedi- the dead. ately; and that night they caught 15 ¶ So when they had dined, nothing. Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, 4 But when the morning was now son of Jonas, lovest thou me more come, Jesus a stood on the shore: than these? He saith unto him, but the disciples knew not that it Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love was Jesus. thee. He saith unto him, Feed my 5 Then Jesus saith unto them, lambs. Children, have ye any meat? They 16 He saith to him again the sec- answered him, No. ond time, Simon, son of Jonas, lov- 6 And he said unto them, Cast the est thou me? He saith unto him, net on the right side of the ship, and Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love ye shall find. They cast therefore, thee. He saith unto him, a Feed my and now they were not able to draw sheep. it for the multitude of fishes. 17 He saith unto him the third 7 Therefore that disciple whom time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest Jesus loved saith unto Peter, It is thou me? Peter was grieved be- the Lord. Now when Simon Peter cause he said unto him the third heard that it was the Lord, he girt time, Lovest thou me? And he said 30 a tg Signs. Morm. 5:14. 2 a Matt. 4:21. b John 21:25; tg Faith. 4 a tg Jesus Christ, 1 Ne. 14:25 (18–30); c tg Jesus Christ, Messiah. Appearances, Postmortal. D&C 93:6 (6, 18). d John 5:24. 14 a 3 Ne. 26:13; 27:2. 31 a 1 Jn. 5:13 (10–21). e tg Jesus Christ, Taking b tg Jesus Christ, b Luke 1:4 (3–4); the Name of; Name. Appearances, Postmortal. John 1:7 (6–8); 21 1 a tg Jesus Christ, 16 a 1 Pet. 5:2; 1 Ne. 6:4; Resurrection. D&C 112:14. 1365 JOHN 21:18–ACTS 1:3 unto him, Lord, thou knowest all 21 Peter seeing him saith to Jesus, things; thou knowest that I love Lord, and what shall this man do? thee. Jesus saith unto him, a Feed 22 Jesus saith unto him, If I will my b sheep. that he a tarry till I come, what is 18 Verily, verily, I say unto thee, that to thee? b follow thou me. When thou wast young, thou gird- 23 Then went this saying abroad edst thyself, and walkedst whither among the brethren, that that dis- thou wouldest: but when thou shalt ciple should not a die: yet Jesus said be a old, thou shalt stretch forth thy not unto him, He shall not die; but, hands, and another shall gird thee, If I will that he tarry till I come, and carry thee whither thou would- what is that to thee? est not. 24 This is the a disciple which tes- 19 This spake he, signifying by tifieth of these things, and b wrote what a death he should glorify God. these things: and we know that his And when he had spoken this, he testimony is c true. saith unto him, Follow me. 25 And there are also many other 20 Then Peter, turning about, seeth things which Jesus did, the which, if the disciple whom Jesus loved fol- they should be a written every one, lowing; which also leaned on his I suppose that even the world itself breast at supper, and said, Lord, could not contain the b books that which is he that betrayeth thee? should be written. Amen. THE ACTS OF THE APOSTLES CHAPTER 1 Jesus ministers for forty days after His resurrection—The kingdom is to be restored to Israel at a later time—The T HE former treatise have a I made, O b Theophilus, of all that Jesus began both to do and teach, 2 Until the day in which he was Twelve are to bear witness in Jerusa- taken up, after that he through the lem, Judæa, Samaria, and the uttermost Holy Ghost had given a command- parts of the earth—Jesus ascends into ments unto the apostles whom he heaven—Matthias is chosen to fill the had chosen: vacancy in the Twelve. 3 To whom also he ashewed himself 17 a TG Fellowshipping; b TG Jesus Christ, [ACTS] Jesus Christ, Teaching Exemplar. 1 1 a 2 Tim. 4:11 (10–11). Mode of; 23 a Luke 9:27. b Luke 1:3. Missionary Work. 24 a John 1:14; 13:23; 2 a TG Holy Ghost, b TG Sheep. 19:35; 20:2. Mission of. 18 a TG Old Age. b TG Scriptures, Writing of. 3 a TG Jesus Christ, 19 a 2 Pet. 1:14. c 3 Ne. 8:1. Appearances, 22 a Rev. 10:11; 25 a John 20:30 (30–31); Postmortal; D&C 7:3 (3–4). 1 Ne. 14:25 (18–30). Jesus Christ, TG Translated Beings. b 3 Ne. 26:6. Resurrection. Acts 1:4–20 1366 alive after his b passion by many in- salem from the mount called Olivet, fallible proofs, being seen of them which is from Jerusalem a sabbath forty days, and speaking of the things day’s journey. c pertaining to the kingdom of God: 13 And when they were come in, 4 And, being assembled together they went up into an upper room, with them, commanded them that where abode both Peter, and James, they should not depart from Jeru- and John, and Andrew, Philip, and salem, but wait for the a promise of Thomas, Bartholomew, and Mat- the Father, which, saith he, ye have thew, James the son of Alphæus, and heard of me. Simon Zelotes, and Judas the brother 5 For John truly baptized with wa- of James. ter; but ye shall be a baptized with 14 These all continued with a one the Holy Ghost not many days hence. accord in prayer and b supplication, 6 When they therefore were come with the women, and Mary the moth- together, they asked of him, saying, er of Jesus, and with his c brethren. Lord, wilt thou at this time a restore 15 ¶ And in those days Peter stood again the kingdom to Israel? up in the midst of the disciples, and 7 And he said unto them, It is not said, (the number of names together for you to know the times or the were about an hundred and twenty,) a seasons, which the Father hath put 16 Men and brethren, this scrip- in his own power. ture must needs have been fulfilled, 8 But ye shall receive a power, after which the Holy Ghost by the mouth that the Holy Ghost is come upon of David a spake before concerning you: and ye shall be b witnesses unto b Judas, which was guide to them me both in Jerusalem, and in all that took Jesus. Judæa, and in c Samaria, and unto 17 For he was numbered with the uttermost part of the earth. us, and had obtained part of this 9 And when he had spoken these ministry. things, while they beheld, he was 18 Now this man purchased a field a taken b up; and a cloud received with the reward of iniquity; and him out of their sight. falling headlong, he a burst asun- 10 And while they looked stead- der in the midst, and all his bowels fastly toward heaven as he went up, gushed out. behold, two men stood by them in 19 And it was known unto all the white apparel; dwellers at Jerusalem; insomuch as 11 Which also said, Ye men of Gali­ that field is called in their a proper lee, why stand ye gazing up into tongue, Aceldama, that is to say, a heaven? this same Jesus, which is The field of blood. b taken up from you into heaven, 20 For it is written in the book of shall so c come in like d manner as Psalms, Let his habitation be a deso- ye have seen him go into heaven. late, and let no man dwell therein: 12 Then returned they unto Jeru- and his bbishoprick let another take. 3 b gr suffering. b Luke 24:48; Coming. jst Acts 1:3 . . . D&C 27:12. 14 a tg Unity. sufferings . . . c Acts 8:5 (5, 14). b Moro. 6:5 (1–5). c D&C 100:11. 9 a 3 Ne. 10:18 (18–19); c tg Jesus Christ, 4 a D&C 95:9 (8–10). 11:8 (8–10). Family of. tg Promise. tg Jesus Christ, 16 a tg Holy Ghost, 5 a tg Holy Ghost, Baptism Resurrection. Mission of. of; Holy Ghost, Gift of. b Ps. 68:18; b Ps. 41:9; 6 a tg Dispensations. Eph. 4:8. Luke 22:48 (47–48). 7 a Dan. 2:21 (19–22, 28); 11 a 1 Thes. 1:10. 18 a Matt. 27:5 (3–10). D&C 68:11 (7–12); b tg Jesus Christ, 19 a gr own. 121:12 (12, 27, 31). Ascension of. 20 a Ps. 69:25. 8 a 2 Tim. 1:7. c John 14:3 (1–4). b gr overseership, office. tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of. d tg Jesus Christ, Second Ps. 109:8; D&C 114:2. 1367 Acts 1:21–2:17 21 Wherefore of these men which 5 And there were dwelling at Je- have companied with us all the time rusalem Jews, devout men, out of that the Lord Jesus went in and out every nation under heaven. among us, 6 Now when this was noised abroad, 22 Beginning from the baptism the multitude came together, and of John, unto that same day that were confounded, because that ev- he was taken up from us, must one ery man heard them speak in his a be ordained to be a b witness with own a language. us of his c resurrection. 7 And they were all amazed and 23 And they appointed two, Joseph marvelled, saying one to another, called Barsabas, who was surnamed Behold, are not all these which Justus, and Matthias. speak Galilæans? 24 And they a prayed, and said, 8 And how hear we every man in Thou, Lord, which b knowest the our own tongue, wherein we were hearts of all men, shew c whether of born? these two thou hast d chosen, 9 Parthians, and Medes, and Elam- 25 That he may take part of this ites, and the dwellers in Mesopota- ministry and a apostleship, from mia, and in Judæa, and Cappadocia, which Judas by transgression b fell, in Pontus, and Asia, that he might go to his own place. 10 Phrygia, and Pamphylia, in 26 And they gave forth their lots; Egypt, and in the parts of Libya and the lot fell upon a Matthias; and about Cyrene, and strangers of he was numbered with the eleven Rome, Jews and a proselytes, apostles. 11 Cretes and Arabians, we do Chapter 2 hear them speak in our a tongues The Spirit is poured out on the day of the wonderful works of God. Pentecost—Peter testifies of Jesus’ res- 12 And they were all amazed, and urrection—He tells how to gain salva- were in doubt, saying one to another, tion and speaks of the gift of the Holy What meaneth this? Ghost—Many believe and are baptized. 13 Others a mocking said, These men are full of new wine. And when the day of aPentecost was 14 ¶ But Peter, standing up with fully come, they were all with one the eleven, lifted up his voice, and accord in one place. said unto them, Ye men of Judæa, 2 And suddenly there came a sound and all ye that dwell at Jerusalem, be from heaven as of a rushing mighty this known unto you, and heark­en a wind, and it filled all the house to my words: where they were sitting. 15 For these are not drunken, as 3 And there appeared unto them ye suppose, seeing it is but the third a cloven tongues like as of fire, and hour of the day. it sat upon each of them. 16 But this is that which was spo- 4 And they were all filled with the ken by the prophet aJoel; a Holy Ghost, and began to speak 17 And it shall come to pass in the with other b tongues, as the c Spirit a last days, saith God, I will b pour out gave them utterance. of my cSpirit upon all flesh: and your 22 a gr become a witness. 2 1 a Ex. 23:17; c D&C 14:8. b tg Witness. 34:22 (16, 22); 6 a tg Language. c tg Resurrection. Lev. 23:16 (15–16); 10 a Acts 13:43. 24 a D&C 9:8 (7–9). Acts 20:16. 11 a 1 Cor. 14:22. b tg God, Omniscience of. 2 a D&C 109:37. 13 a 1 Cor. 14:23. c gr which one. 3 a D&C 109:36. 16 a JS—H 1:41. d tg Called of God. 4 a Acts 4:31. 17 a tg Last Days. 25 a tg Church Organization. tg Holy Ghost, b Joel 2:28. b 1 Cor. 10:12; Baptism of. c Isa. 44:3; D&C 3:9. b tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of; Ezek. 36:27 (26–27); 26 a tg Apostles. Holy Ghost, Mission of. D&C 19:38; 44:2; 95:4. Acts 2:18–36 1368 sons and your daughters shall and my tongue was glad; moreover d prophesy, and your young men also my flesh shall rest in hope: shall see visions, and your old men 27 Because thou wilt not leave shall e dream dreams: my soul in a hell, neither wilt 18 And on my servants and on thou suffer thine Holy One to see my handmaidens I will pour out in b corruption. those days of my Spirit; and they 28 Thou hast made known to me shall a prophesy: the ways of life; thou shalt make me 19 And I will shew a wonders in full of joy with thy countenance. heaven above, and b signs in the 29 Men and brethren, let me freely earth beneath; blood, and fire, and speak unto you of the a patriarch vapour of smoke: David, that he is both dead and 20 The sun shall be turned into b buried, and his sepulchre is with a darkness, and the moon into blood, us unto this day. before that great and b notable c day 30 Therefore being a prophet, and of the Lord come: knowing that God had sworn with 21 And it shall come to pass, that an a oath to him, that of the fruit whosoever shall call on the name of his loins, according to the flesh, of the Lord shall be a saved. he would raise up b Christ to sit on 22 Ye men of Israel, hear these his throne; words; Jesus of Nazareth, a man 31 He seeing this before spake of a approved of God among you by the resurrection of Christ, that his b miracles and wonders and signs, soul was not left in hell, neither his which c God did by him in the flesh did see corruption. midst of you, as ye yourselves also 32 This Jesus hath God a raised up, know: whereof we all are b witnesses. 23 Him, being delivered by the 33 Therefore being a by the b right a determinate counsel and b fore- hand of God c exalted, and having knowledge of God, ye have taken, received of the Father the promise and by wicked hands have c cruci- of the Holy Ghost, he hath d shed fied and slain: forth this, which ye now see and 24 Whom God hath a raised up, hear. having loosed the b pains of c death: 34 For aDavid is not bascended into because it was not possible that he the heavens: but he saith himself, should be holden of it. The Lord said unto my c Lord, Sit 25 For David speaketh concern- thou on my right hand, ing him, I foresaw the a Lord al- 35 Until I make thy foes thy foot- ways before my face, for he is on stool. my right hand, that I should not be 36 Therefore let all the house of Is- moved: rael know assuredly, that God hath 26 Therefore did my heart rejoice, made that same Jesus, whom ye 17 d Acts 21:9. John 3:2; 29 a tg Patriarch. tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of. Acts 10:38. b 1 Kgs. 2:10. e tg Dream. 23 a gr appointed plan, 30 a tg Oath. 18 a Acts 11:28 (27–28); purpose. b tg Jesus Christ, Davidic 21:11 (4, 10–11). b tg Foreordination; Descent of. 19 a tg Last Days. God, Foreknowledge of. 32 a Eph. 1:20. b tg Signs. c Matt. 26:24; tg Jesus Christ, 20 a tg Darkness, Physical. Luke 22:22. Resurrection. b gr glorious. tg Jesus Christ, b tg Witness. c tg Day of the Lord. Crucifixion of. 33 a gr to, at. 21 a tg Jesus Christ, Savior; 24 a tg Resurrection. b tg Godhead. Salvation. b tg Pain. c Heb. 2:9. 22 a John 9:33 (31–33). c tg Jesus Christ, Death of. d D&C 53:2. b Mosiah 3:5 (5–6). 25 a Ps. 16:8 (8–11). 34 a D&C 132:39. c Ex. 8:19; 27 a jst Acts 2:27 . . . prison . . . b Ps. 30:3; 86:13. Luke 11:20; b Acts 13:37 (34–37). c Ps. 110:1. 1369 Acts 2:37–3:7 have a crucified, both b Lord and did eat their meat with gladness Christ. and b singleness of heart, 37 ¶ Now when they heard this, 47 Praising God, and having favour they were a pricked in their b heart, with all the people. And the Lord and said unto Peter and to the rest a added to the b church daily such as of the apostles, Men and brethren, should be saved. c what shall we do? 38 Then Peter asaid unto them, bRe- Chapter 3 pent, and be c baptized every one of Peter and John heal a man lame since you in the d name of Jesus Christ for birth—Peter preaches repentance—He the e remission of sins, and ye shall also speaks of the age of restoration pre- receive the f gift of the g Holy Ghost. 39 For the a promise is unto you, ceding the Second Coming—He iden- and to your children, and to all tifies Christ as the prophet of whom that are b afar off, even as many as Moses spoke. the Lord our God shall call. Now Peter and John went up to- 40 And with many other words gether into the temple at the hour did he testify and exhort, saying, of prayer, being the ninth hour. a Save yourselves from this b unto­ 2 And a certain man alame from his ward generation. mother’s womb was carried, whom 41 ¶ Then they that gladly a re- they laid daily at the gate of the ceived his b word were baptized: and temple which is called Beautiful, the same day there were added unto to ask alms of them that entered them about c three thousand souls. into the temple; 42 And they continued asteadfastly 3 Who seeing Peter and John about in the apostles’ doctrine and b fel- to go into the temple asked an aalms. lowship, and in breaking of c bread, 4 And Peter, fastening his eyes upon and in prayers. him with John, said, Look on us. 43 And afear came upon every soul: 5 And he gave heed unto them, and many wonders and b signs were expecting to receive something of done by the apostles. them. 44 And all that believed were to- 6 Then Peter said, Silver and gold gether, and had all things acommon; have I none; but such as I have a give 45 And sold their possessions and I thee: In the b name of Jesus Christ goods, and parted them to all men, of Nazareth rise up and walk. as every man had a need. 7 And he took him by the right 46 And they, continuing daily with hand, and a lifted him up: and im- one accord in the a temple, and mediately his feet and ankle bones breaking bread from house to house, received strength. 36 a tg Jesus Christ, e tg Remission of Sins. c tg Bread; Sacrament. Crucifixion of. f tg Holy Ghost, Gift of. 43 a tg Courage; Fearful. b tg Jesus Christ, Lord; g Acts 8:17 (14–17). b tg Signs. Jesus Christ, Power of. tg Holy Ghost, 44 a tg Consecration. 37 a Alma 22:3 (3–11). Baptism of. 45 a Acts 4:35 (32–35); tg Conscience; 39 a tg Promise. D&C 51:3. Holy Ghost, Mission of; b Isa. 57:19. 46 a Luke 24:53. Holy Ghost, Source of 40 a D&C 36:6. b D&C 36:7. Testimony. b gr crooked. 47 a Acts 5:14. b tg Conversion. 41 a tg Teachable. b tg Church. c Alma 22:15. b tg Baptism, 3 2 a Acts 14:8 (8–10). 38 a D&C 49:11 (11–14). Qualifications for. 3 a tg Almsgiving. b tg Baptism, c Acts 4:4. 6 a tg Benevolence; Qualifications for; 42 a tg Commitment; Generosity. Repent; Salvation. Steadfastness; b Acts 4:10; Jacob 4:6; c tg Baptism; Sustaining Church 3 Ne. 8:1. Baptism, Essential. Leaders. 7 a Mark 9:27. d tg Name. b tg Fellowshipping. tg Heal. Acts 3:8–25 1370 8 And he leaping up stood, and the bfaith which is by him hath given walked, and entered with them into him this perfect soundness in the the temple, walking, and leaping, presence of you all. and praising God. 17 And now, brethren, a I b wot that 9 And all the people a saw him through c ignorance ye did it, as did walking and praising God: also your rulers. 10 And they knew that it was he 18 But those things, which God be- which sat for alms at the Beautiful fore had a shewed by the mouth of gate of the temple: and they were all his b prophets, that Christ should filled with wonder and amazement c suffer, he hath so fulfilled. at that which had happened unto 19 ¶ a Repent ye therefore, and be him. b converted, that your sins may be 11 And as the lame man which was c blotted out, when the times of re- healed held Peter and John, all the freshing shall come from the d pres- people ran together unto them in ence of the Lord; the a porch that is called Solomon’s, 20 And he shall send aJesus Christ, greatly wondering. which before was preached unto 12 ¶ And when Peter saw it, he b you: answered unto the people, Ye men 21 Whom the heaven must receive of Israel, why marvel ye at this? or until the times of a restitution of all why look ye so earnestly on us, as things, which God hath b spoken by though by our a own power or holi- the mouth of all his holy prophets ness we had made this man to walk? since the world began. 13 The God of Abraham, and of 22 For Moses truly said unto the Isaac, and of Jacob, the God of our fathers, A a prophet shall the Lord fathers, hath a glorified his Son your God raise up unto you of your Jesus; whom ye b delivered up, and brethren, like unto me; him shall c denied him in the presence of ye hear in all things whatsoever he Pilate, when he was determined to let shall say unto you. him go. 23 And it shall come to pass, that 14 But ye denied the Holy One and every soul, which will not hear that the Just, and desired a a murderer prophet, shall be a destroyed from to be granted unto you; among the people. 15 And killed the a Prince of life, 24 Yea, and all the prophets from whom God hath b raised from the Samuel and those that follow after, dead; whereof we are c witnesses. as many as have spoken, have like- 16 And his a name through faith wise a foretold of these days. in his name hath made this man 25 Ye are the a children of the strong, whom ye see and know: yea, prophets, and of the bcovenant which 9 a Acts 4:16. ye have done this, as also whom ye have crucified; 11 a 1 Kgs. 6:3; your rulers. 21 a tg Dispensations; John 10:23. b or know. Restoration of the 12 a Gen. 41:16; c D&C 6:21. Gospel. Dan. 2:30. 18 a tg Foreordination. b tg Prophets, Mission of. 13 a John 16:14; b Luke 24:27; 22 a Deut. 18:15 (15–19); 1 Pet. 1:21 (17–21). Acts 28:23; Acts 7:37; b Matt. 27:20; Alma 18:36. 1 Ne. 22:20 (20–22); Acts 13:28. c 1 Cor. 15:3. JS—H 1:40. c John 19:6. 19 a tg Repent. 23 a D&C 1:14 (14–16); 14 a Luke 23:25 (17–19, 25). b tg Conversion. 133:63. 15 a tg Jesus Christ, Messiah. c Ps. 51:1; 24 a tg Jesus Christ, b Acts 10:40. Mosiah 26:30; Prophecies about. c tg Witness. Alma 5:14 (11–15, 21). 25 a tg Seed of Abraham. 16 a tg Name. d tg God, Presence of. b tg Abrahamic b tg Faith. 20 a tg Jesus Christ, Second Covenant; 17 a jst Acts 3:17 . . . I know Coming. Mission of Early Saints. that through ignorance b jst Acts 3:20 . . . you, 1371 Acts 3:26–4:19 God made with our fathers, saying Ghost, said unto them, Ye rulers of unto Abraham, And in thy seed the people, and elders of Israel, shall all the kindreds of the earth 9 If we this day be examined of the be c blessed. good deed done to the impotent man, 26 Unto you first God, having by what means he is made whole; raised up his a Son Jesus, sent him 10 Be it known unto you all, and to bless you, in turning away every to all the people of Israel, that by one of you from his iniquities. the a name of Jesus Christ of Naza­ reth, whom ye crucified, whom God Chapter 4 raised from the dead, even by him Peter and John are arrested and brought doth this man stand here before before the council—Peter testifies that you whole. salvation comes because of Christ— 11 This is the a stone which was set at nought of you builders, which is The Sadducees strive to silence Peter become the head of the corner. and John—The Saints glory in the tes- 12 Neither is there a salvation in timony of Jesus—They have all things in common. any other: for there is none other b name under heaven given among And as they spake unto the people, men, whereby we must be c saved. the priests, and the captain of the 13 ¶ Now when they saw the bold- temple, and the Sadducees, came ness of Peter and John, and per- upon them, ceived that they were a unlearned 2 Being grieved that they taught the and b ignorant men, they marvelled; people, and preached through Jesus and they took knowledge of them, the a resurrection from the dead. that they had been with Jesus. 3 And they laid hands on them, 14 And beholding the man which and put them in hold unto the next was healed standing with them, they day: for it was now eventide. could say nothing against it. 4 Howbeit many of them which 15 But when they had commanded heard the word believed; and the them to go aside out of the council, number of the men was about a five they conferred among themselves, thousand. 16 Saying, What shall we do to 5 ¶ And it came to pass on the these men? for that indeed a notable morrow, that their rulers, and el- a miracle hath been done by them is ders, and a scribes, manifest to all them that dwell in 6 And Annas the high priest, and Jerusalem; and we cannot deny it. Caiaphas, and John, and Alexander, 17 But that it spread no further and as many as were of the kindred among the people, let us straitly of the high a priest, were gathered threaten them, that they speak together at Jerusalem. henceforth to no man in this name. 7 And when they had set them 18 And they called them, and in the midst, they asked, By what a commanded them not to speak at a power, or by what b name, have ye all nor teach in the name of Jesus. done this? 19 But Peter and John answered 8 Then Peter, filled with the a Holy and said unto them, Whether it be 25 c tg Israel, Mission of. 10 a Acts 3:6. c tg Jesus Christ, 26 a tg God, Body of, 11 a tg Cornerstone; Atonement through; Corporeal Nature. Rock. Jesus Christ, Savior; 4 2 a Acts 23:8. 12 a tg Gospel. Salvation; 4 a Acts 2:41. b Ps. 9:10; Salvation, Plan of. 5 a tg Scribe. Hosea 13:4; 13 a D&C 1:19; 35:13. 6 a tg Priestcraft. 1 Jn. 2:12; b gr ordinary, plain. 7 a tg Priesthood, Power of. 2 Ne. 25:20; 16 a Acts 3:9 (6–9). b tg Name. Mosiah 4:8. 18 a Acts 5:28 (27–28). 8 a tg Teaching with the tg Jesus Christ, Taking Spirit. the Name of. Acts 4:20–37 1372 right in the sight of God to a heark­en to heal; and that signs and wonders unto you more than unto God, may be done by the name of thy judge ye. holy child Jesus. 20 For we cannot but a speak the 31 ¶ And when they had prayed, things which we have b seen and the place was shaken where they heard. were a assembled together; and 21 So when they had further threat- they were all filled with the b Holy ened them, they let them go, find- Ghost, and they spake the word of ing nothing how they might punish God with boldness. them, because of the people: for all 32 And the multitude of them that men glorified God for that which believed were of a one heart and of was done. one soul: neither said any of them 22 For the man was above forty that b ought of the things which he years old, on whom this miracle of c possessed was his own; but they healing was shewed. had all things d common. 23 ¶ And being let go, they went 33 And with great power gave the to their own company, and reported apostles awitness of the resurrection all that the chief priests and elders of the Lord Jesus: and great b grace had said unto them. was upon them all. 24 And when they heard that, they 34 Neither was there any among lifted up their voice to God with one them that lacked: for as many as accord, and said, Lord, thou art God, were possessors of lands or houses which hast made heaven, and aearth, a sold them, and brought the prices and the sea, and all that in them is: of the things that were sold, 25 Who by the mouth of thy ser- 35 And laid them down at the vant David hast said, Why did the apostles’ feet: and a distribution was heathen rage, and the people imag- made unto every man according as ine vain things? he had b need. 26 The a kings of the earth stood 36 And Joses, who by the apostles up, and the rulers were gathered to- was surnamed a Barnabas, (which gether against the Lord, and against is, being interpreted, The son of his Christ. consolation,) a Levite, and of the 27 For of a truth against thy holy country of Cyprus, child Jesus, whom thou hast aanoint- 37 Having land, sold it, and brought ed, both Herod, and Pontius Pilate, the a money, and laid it at the apos- with the Gentiles, and the people tles’ feet. of Israel, were gathered together, 28 For to do whatsoever thy hand Chapter 5 and thy counsel determined before to be done. Ananias and Sapphira lie to the Lord 29 And now, Lord, behold their and lose their lives—The Apostles con- threatenings: and grant unto thy tinue the miracles of Jesus—Peter and servants, that with all boldness they John are arrested, an angel delivers may speak thy word, them from prison, and they testify of 30 By stretching forth thine hand Christ—Gamaliel counsels moderation. 19 a D&C 3:7. Worship; 33 a 1 Cor. 15:15. 20 a Jer. 20:9; Meetings. tg Witness. Amos 3:8. b Acts 2:4 (2–4); b tg Grace. b tg Witness. D&C 68:4 (3–4). 34 a Acts 5:1 (1–11). 24 a D&C 14:9. 32 a 1 Cor. 1:10 (10–13); 35 a Acts 6:1; 26 a Ps. 2:2 (1–2). 3 Ne. 11:28 (28–30); D&C 83:6 (1–6). 27 a tg Anointing; Moses 7:18. b Acts 2:45. Jesus Christ, tg Unity. tg Welfare. Authority of; b gr any. 36 a Acts 11:22 (22–24); Jesus Christ, Messiah. c D&C 49:20. Gal. 2:1. 31 a tg Assembly for d tg Consecration. 37 a D&C 19:34. 1373 Acts 5:1–23 But a certain man named Ananias, wrought among the people; (and with Sapphira his wife, a sold a pos- they were all with one accord in session, Solomon’s porch. 2 And a kept back b part of the price, 13 And of the a rest durst no man his wife also being privy to it, and join himself to them: but the peo- brought a certain c part, and laid it ple magnified them. at the apostles’ feet. 14 And believers were the more 3 But Peter said, Ananias, why hath a added to the Lord, multitudes both Satan filled thine heart to a lie to the of men and women.) Holy Ghost, and to b keep back part 15 Insomuch that they brought of the price of the land? forth the sick into the streets, and 4 Whiles it remained, was it not laid them on beds and couches, that thine own? and after it was sold, was at the least the a shadow of Peter it not in thine own power? why hast passing by might overshadow some thou conceived this thing in thine of them. heart? thou hast not a lied unto men, 16 There came also a multitude out but unto b God. of the cities round about unto Jeru- 5 And Ananias hearing these words salem, bringing sick folks, and them fell down, and a gave up the ghost: which were vexed with unclean spir- and great fear came on all them its: and they were a healed every one. that heard these things. 17 ¶ Then the high priest rose up, 6 And the young men arose, wound and all they that were with him, him up, and carried him out, and (which is the sect of the Sadducees,) buried him. and were filled with a indignation, 7 And it was about the space of 18 And laid their hands on the three hours after, when his wife, not apostles, and put them in the com- knowing what was done, came in. mon prison. 8 And Peter answered unto her, 19 But the a angel of the Lord by Tell me whether ye sold the land night opened the b prison doors, and for so much? And she said, Yea, for brought them forth, and said, so much. 20 Go, stand and speak in the 9 Then Peter said unto her, How temple to the people all the a words is it that ye have agreed together to of this life. a tempt the Spirit of the Lord? be- 21 And when they heard that, they hold, the feet of them which have entered into the temple early in the buried thy husband are at the door, morning, and taught. But the high and shall carry thee out. priest came, and they that were with 10 Then fell she down a straight- him, and called the council together, way at his feet, and yielded up the and all the senate of the children ghost: and the young men came in, of Israel, and sent to the prison to and found her dead, and, carrying have them brought. her forth, buried her by her husband. 22 But when the officers came, and 11 And great fear came upon all found them not in the prison, they the church, and upon as many as returned, and told, heard these things. 23 Saying, The prison truly found 12 ¶ And by the hands of the apos- we shut with all safety, and the tles were many a signs and wonders keepers standing without before the 5 1 a Acts 4:34 (32, 34–35); 4 a tg Lying. 15 a Luke 8:44 (43–48); D&C 19:26 (25–26). b Josh. 7:20. Acts 19:12 (11–12). 2 a tg Selfishness. 5 a Lev. 10:2. 16 a tg Heal. b Josh. 7:21 (1–26); 9 a tg Test. 17 a gr envy, malice. D&C 105:3 (2–10). 10 a or immediately. 19 a Acts 12:7; tg Consecration. 12 a Heb. 2:4. Moro. 7:29 (29–33). c tg Welfare. tg Signs. tg Angels. 3 a tg Honesty. 13 a jst Acts 5:13 . . . rulers . . . b Acts 16:26. b tg Selfishness. 14 a Acts 2:47. 20 a John 6:68 (63, 68). Acts 5:24–42 1374 doors: but when we had opened, we 34 Then stood there up one in the found no man within. council, a Pharisee, named a Ga- 24 Now when the high priest and maliel, a doctor of the law, had in the captain of the temple and the reputation among all the people, chief priests heard these things, and commanded to put the apostles they doubted of them whereunto forth a little space; this would grow. 35 And said unto them, Ye men 25 Then came one and told them, of Israel, take heed to yourselves saying, Behold, the men whom ye what ye intend to do as touching put in prison are standing in the these men. temple, and teaching the people. 36 For before these days rose up 26 Then went the captain with the Theudas, boasting himself to be officers, and brought them with- somebody; to whom a number of out violence: for they feared the men, about four hundred, joined people, lest they should have been themselves: who was slain; and all, stoned. as many as a obeyed him, were scat- 27 And when they had brought tered, and brought to nought. them, they set them before the coun- 37 After this man rose up Judas cil: and the high priest asked them, of Galilee in the days of the tax- 28 Saying, Did not we straitly ing, and drew away much people a command you that ye should not after him: he also perished; and all, teach in this b name? and, behold, even as many as obeyed him, were ye have filled Jerusalem with your dispersed. doctrine, and intend to bring this 38 And now I say unto you, a Re- man’s c blood upon us. frain from these men, and let them 29 ¶ Then Peter and the other apos- alone: for if this counsel or this work tles answered and said, We ought to be of b men, it will come to nought: a obey God rather than men. 39 But if it be of God, ye cannot 30 The God of our fathers raised overthrow it; alest haply ye be found up Jesus, whom ye slew and ahanged even to b fight against God. on a tree. 40 And to him they agreed: and 31 Him hath God exalted a with when they had called the apostles, his right hand to be a b Prince and a and beaten them, they commanded c Saviour, for to give repentance to that they should not speak in the Israel, and d forgiveness of sins. name of Jesus, and let them go. 32 And we are his a witnesses of 41 ¶ And they departed from the these things; and so is also the b Holy presence of the council, a rejoicing Ghost, whom God hath c given to that they were counted worthy to them that obey him. b suffer c shame for his d name. 33 ¶ When they heard that, they 42 And daily in the temple, and were a cut to the heart, and took coun- in every house, they ceased not to sel to slay them. teach and a preach Jesus Christ. 28 a Acts 4:18 (15–18). John 1:14; 39 a jst Acts 5:39 . . . be b tg Name. Acts 26:16. careful, therefore, lest ye c Matt. 27:25. tg Holy Ghost, be . . . 29 a Ex. 1:17 (16–17); Mission of; b Acts 23:9. D&C 30:1. Witness. 41 a Luke 6:23 (22–23); tg Courage; Duty. b tg Holy Ghost, Source Col. 1:11; 30 a tg Jesus Christ, of Testimony. 1 Thes. 1:6; Crucifixion of. c tg Holy Ghost, Gift of. 1 Pet. 4:13. 31 a gr at. 33 a 1 Ne. 16:2. b tg Persecution; b tg Jesus Christ, 34 a Acts 22:3. Self-Sacrifice; Messiah. 36 a gr were persuaded by, Suffering. c tg Jesus Christ, believed him. c tg Shame. Atonement through. 38 a Acts 19:35 (35–41). d tg Jesus Christ, Taking d tg Forgive. b D&C 3:3; the Name of. 32 a Luke 1:2; JS—H 1:23 (22–23). 42 a tg Missionary Work. 1375 Acts 6:1–7:3 Chapter 6 synagogue of the a Libertines, and Cyrenians, and Alexandrians, and The Apostles choose seven to assist of them of Cilicia and of Asia, b dis- them — Stephen is tried before the council. puting with Stephen. 10 And they were not able to re- And in those days, when the num- sist the a wisdom and the spirit by ber of the disciples was multiplied, which he spake. there arose a murmuring of the Gre- 11 Then they suborned men, which cians against the Hebrews, because said, We have heard him speak ablas- their a widows were b neglected in phemous words against Moses, and the daily c ministration. against God. 2 Then the twelve called the mul- 12 And they stirred up the people, titude of the disciples unto them, and the elders, and the scribes, and and said, It is not reason that we came upon him, and caught him, and should leave the word of God, and brought him to the council, serve tables. 13 And set up a false witnesses, 3 Wherefore, brethren, look ye out which said, This man ceaseth not to among you seven men of a honest speak blasphemous words against b report, full of the Holy Ghost and this holy place, and the law: c wisdom, whom we may appoint 14 For we have heard him say, that over this d business. this Jesus of Nazareth shall destroy 4 But we will give ourselves con- this place, and shall change the tinually to prayer, and to the a min- a customs which Moses delivered us. istry of the word. 15 And all that sat in the council, 5 ¶ And the saying pleased the looking steadfastly on him, saw his whole multitude: and they a chose face as it had been the a face of an Stephen, a man full of faith and of b angel. the b Holy Ghost, and c Philip, and Chapter 7 Prochorus, and Nicanor, and Timon, and Parmenas, and Nicolas a pros- Stephen recounts the history of Israel elyte of Antioch: and names Moses as a prototype of 6 Whom they set before the apos- Christ—He testifies of the apostasy in tles: and when they had prayed, they Israel—He sees Jesus on the right hand a laid their b hands on them. of God—Stephen’s testimony is rejected, 7 And the word of God increased; and he is stoned to death. and the number of the disciples Then said the high priest, Are these multiplied in Jerusalem greatly; things so? and a great company of the a priests 2 And he said, Men, brethren, and were obedient to the faith. fathers, hearken; The God of glory 8 And Stephen, full of faith and appeared unto our father aAbraham, a power, did great wonders and when he was in Mesopotamia, be- b miracles among the people. fore he dwelt in b Charran, 9 ¶ Then there arose certain of 3 And said unto him, Get thee out of the synagogue, which is called the thy a country, and from thy kindred, 6 1 a tg Widows. c Acts 21:8. 9 a gr Freed-men. b tg Apathy; Welfare. 6 a tg Church Organization; b tg Disputations. c Acts 4:35. Hands, Laying on of; 10 a Isa. 54:17; Luke 21:15; 3 a tg Honesty; Priesthood, Priesthood; D&C 100:5 (5–6). Qualifying for. Priesthood, Authority. 11 a tg Blaspheme. b 1 Tim. 3:7. b tg Setting Apart. 13 a tg Slander. c tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of. 7 a John 12:42. 14 a Acts 21:21. d D&C 107:68 (14, 68). tg Priest, Aaronic 15 a Hel. 5:36. 4 a Mark 16:15 (15–19); Priesthood. b tg Angels. D&C 107:8. bd Priests. 7 2 a Gen. 12:1; Abr. 2:3 (3–4). 5 a tg Called of God. 8 a tg Priesthood, Power of. b Gen. 11:31 (31–32). b tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of. b tg Miracle. 3 a Abr. 1:1 (1, 5). Acts 7:4–25 1376 and come into the land which I was made known to his brethren; shall shew thee. and Joseph’s kindred was made 4 Then came he out of the land known unto b Pharaoh. of the a Chaldæans, and dwelt in 14 Then sent aJoseph, and called Charran: and from thence, when his his b father cJacob to him, and all his father was dead, he removed him kindred, threescore and fifteen souls. into this land, wherein ye now dwell. 15 So Jacob went down into Egypt, 5 And he gave him none inheri- and died, he, and our fathers, tance in it, no, not so much as to set 16 And were carried over into his foot on: yet he a promised that Sychem, and laid in the sepulchre he would give it to him for a pos- that Abraham a bought for a sum session, and to his seed after him, of money of the sons of Emmor the when as yet he had no child. father of Sychem. 6 And God spake on this wise, 17 But when the time of the prom- That his seed should a sojourn in a ise drew nigh, which God had sworn strange land; and that they should to Abraham, the people grew and bring them into b bondage, and en- multiplied in Egypt, treat them evil four hundred years. 18 Till another a king arose, which 7 And the nation to whom they knew not Joseph. shall be in bondage will I judge, 19 The same dealt subtilly with said God: and after that shall they our kindred, and evil entreated our come forth, and serve me in this fathers, so that they cast out their place. young children, to the end they 8 And he gave him the covenant of might not live. a circumcision: and so Abraham be- 20 In which time Moses was born, gat Isaac, and circumcised him the and was a exceeding fair, and nour- eighth day; and Isaac begat Jacob; and ished up in his father’s house b three Jacob begat the twelve b patriarchs. months: 9 And the patriarchs, moved with 21 And when he was cast out, Pha- a envy, sold b Joseph into Egypt: but raoh’s daughter took him up, and God was with him, nourished him for her own a son. 10 And a delivered him out of all 22 And Moses was a learned in all his bafflictions, and gave him favour the wisdom of the Egyptians, and and wisdom in the sight of Pharaoh was mighty in words and in deeds. king of Egypt; and he made him gov- 23 And when he was full a forty ernor over Egypt and all his house. years old, it came into his heart to 11 Now there came a a dearth over visit his b brethren the children of all the land of Egypt and Chanaan, Israel. and great affliction: and our fathers 24 And seeing one of them suf- found no sustenance. fer wrong, he defended him, and 12 But when Jacob heard that there avenged him that was a oppressed, was a corn in Egypt, he sent out our and b smote the Egyptian: fathers first. 25 For he supposed his brethren 13 And at the second time aJoseph would have a understood how that 4 a Gen. 11:31. tg Drought; to God. 5 a tg Promised Lands. Famine. b Ex. 2:2. 6 a Gen. 26:3. 12 a Gen. 42:1. 21 a Ex. 2:10. b tg Israel, Bondage of, 13 a Gen. 45:3. 22 a tg Education. in Egypt. b Gen. 47:2. 23 a Ex. 7:7; 8 a tg Circumcision. 14 a tg Israel, Joseph, Deut. 31:2 (1–2); 34:7. b tg Patriarch. People of. b Ex. 2:11 (11–15); 9 a tg Envy. b Gen. 45:13. Heb. 11:25 (24–27). b Alma 46:24. c tg Israel, Origins of. 24 a tg Oppression. 10 a D&C 24:1. 16 a Gen. 23:17. b Ex. 2:12 (11–12). b tg Affliction. 18 a Ex. 1:8. 25 a Ex. 2:14; 11 a or famine. 20 a gr comely, beautiful 3:13 (13–15); 4:1. 1377 Acts 7:26–45 God by his hand would b deliver he had shewed wonders and signs them: but they understood not. in the land of Egypt, and in the 26 And the next day he shewed Red sea, and in the wilderness forty himself unto them as they strove, years. and would have set them at one 37 ¶ This is that Moses, which again, saying, Sirs, ye are brethren; said unto the children of Israel, A why do ye a wrong one to another? a prophet shall the Lord your God 27 But he that did his neighbour raise up unto you of your brethren, wrong thrust him away, saying, like unto me; him shall ye hear. Who made thee a a ruler and a judge 38 This is he, that was in the over us? church in the wilderness with the 28 Wilt thou kill me, as thou did- angel which spake to him in the dest the Egyptian yesterday ? mount Sina, and with our fathers: 29 Then a fled Moses at this saying, who received the lively a oracles to and was a stranger in the land of give unto us: Madian, where he begat two b sons. 39 To whom our fathers would not 30 And when forty years were ex- a obey, but thrust him from them, and pired, there appeared to him in the in their hearts turned back again wilderness of mount Sina an a angel into Egypt, of the Lord in a flame of fire in a 40 Saying unto Aaron, Make us bush. a gods to go before us: for as for this 31 When Moses saw it, he wondered Moses, which brought us out of the at the a sight: and as he drew near land of Egypt, we wot not what is to behold it, the b voice of the Lord become of him. came unto him, 41 And they made a a calf in those 32 Saying, I am the a God of thy days, and offered sacrifice unto the fathers, the God of Abraham, and idol, and rejoiced in the works of the God of Isaac, and the God of their own hands. Jacob. Then Moses trembled, and 42 Then God turned, and a gave durst not behold. them up to worship the host of 33 Then said the Lord to him, Put heaven; as it is written in the book off thy shoes from thy feet: for the of the prophets, O ye house of Israel, place where thou standest is holy have ye offered to me slain beasts ground. and sacrifices by the space of forty 34 I have seen, I have seen the af- years in the wilderness? fliction of my people which is in 43 Yea, ye took up the tabernacle Egypt, and I have heard their groan- of Moloch, and the star of your god ing, and am come down to deliver Remphan, figures which ye made them. And now come, I will send to worship them: and I will carry thee into Egypt. you away beyond Babylon. 35 This Moses whom they refused, 44 Our fathers had the tabernacle saying, Who made thee a ruler and of witness in the wilderness, as he a judge? the same did God send to had appointed, speaking unto Moses, be a ruler and a a deliverer by the that he should make it according to hand of the angel which appeared the a fashion that he had seen. to him in the bush. 45 Which also our fathers that 36 He abrought them out, after that came after brought in with aJesus 25 b tg Deliver. 32 a Ex. 3:15. 38 a Rom. 3:2; D&C 90:5. 26 a Ex. 2:13. 35 a tg Deliver; Jesus Christ, 39 a tg Disobedience. tg Injustice. Savior; Salvation. 40 a Ex. 32:1, 23. 27 a 1 Ne. 17:26 (23–37). 36 a Ex. 12:51. 41 a Ex. 32:4; Hosea 8:5 (5–7). 29 a Ex. 2:15. 37 a Deut. 18:15 (15–19); 42 a Ps. 81:12; Rom. 1:24. b Ex. 2:22; 18:3. Acts 3:22 (22–23); 44 a 1 Chr. 28:19 (11, 19); 30 a Ex. 3:2. JS—H 1:40. Heb. 8:5. 31 a or vision. tg Jesus Christ, 45 a ie Joshua. b Ex. 3:4 (3–6). Prophecies about. Heb. 4:8. Acts 7:46–8:1 1378 into the possession of the Gentiles, and d Jesus e standing on the f right whom God drave out before the hand of God, face of our fathers, unto the days 56 And said, Behold, I asee the heav- of David; ens b opened, and the c Son of man 46 Who found favour before God, standing on the right d hand of e God. and desired to find a tabernacle for 57 Then they cried out with a loud the God of Jacob. voice, and stopped their ears, and 47 But Solomon built him an house. ran upon him with one accord, 48 Howbeit the most High a dwell- 58 And cast him out of the city, eth not in temples made with hands; and stoned him: and the witnesses as saith the prophet, laid down their a clothes at a b young 49 Heaven is my athrone, and earth man’s feet, whose name was Saul. is my footstool: what house will ye 59 And they a stoned b Stephen, build me? saith the Lord: or what c calling upon d God, and saying, Lord is the place of my rest? Jesus, receive my e spirit. 50 Hath not my hand a made all 60 And he kneeled down, and these things? a cried with a loud voice, b Lord, lay 51 ¶ Ye a stiffnecked and b uncir- not this sin to their c charge. And cumcised in heart and ears, ye do when he had said this, he fell asleep. always c resist the d Holy Ghost: as your e fathers did, so do ye. Chapter 8 52 Which of the prophets have not Saul persecutes the Church—Philip’s your fathers a persecuted? and they ministry in Samaria is described—Phi- have slain them which shewed be- fore of the coming of the Just One; lip performs miracles and baptizes men of whom ye have been now the be- and women—Peter and John come to trayers and murderers: Samaria and confer the gift of the Holy 53 Who have received the law by Ghost by the laying on of hands—Simon the disposition of a angels, and have seeks to buy this gift and is rebuked by not b kept it. Peter—Philip preaches about Christ and 54 ¶ When they heard these things, baptizes an Ethiopian eunuch. they were acut to the heart, and they And Saul was consenting unto his gnashed on him with their teeth. death. And at that time there was 55 But he, being full of the a Holy a great a persecution against the Ghost, looked up steadfastly into b church which was at Jerusalem; heaven, and saw the b glory of c God, and they were all scattered abroad 48 a Acts 17:24. Glory of. God the Father, Elohim. 49 a tg Kingdom of God, in c tg Godhead. 58 a Acts 22:20. Heaven. d D&C 137:3. b The Greek word used 50 a tg Jesus Christ, Creator. e tg Jesus Christ, identifies a man who 51 a tg Stiffnecked. Appearances, is younger than forty b Jer. 6:10; Postmortal. years of age. Rom. 2:29 (28–29). f Heb. 1:3. 59 a tg Persecution. c tg Rebellion. tg Jesus Christ, b tg Martyrdom. d Neh. 9:30. Relationships with c jst Acts 7:59 . . . and e Mal. 3:7; the Father. he, calling upon God, Matt. 23:32; 56 a tg God, Presence of; said . . . Hel. 13:25 (25–29). God, Privilege of d 3 Ne. 19:22 (18–36). 52 a tg Apostasy of Israel; Seeing. e tg Man, a Spirit Child Prophets, Rejection of. b Ezek. 1:1; of Heavenly Father; 53 a Moses 5:58. D&C 50:45. Spirits, Disembodied. b tg Disobedience. c tg Jesus Christ, 60 a Luke 6:28; 23:34 (33–34). 54 a 1 Ne. 16:2 (1–4). Son of Man. b Matt. 5:44 (44–47). 55 a tg Holy Ghost, d tg God, Body of, c 2 Tim. 4:16; Comforter; Corporeal Nature. 3 Ne. 12:44. Holy Ghost, Gifts of. e tg God, Manifesta- 8 1 a tg Persecution. b tg Jesus Christ, tions of; b tg Church. 1379 Acts 8:2–23 throughout the regions of Judæa of Jesus Christ, they were c baptized, and Samaria, except the apostles. both men and women. 2 And devout men carried Stephen 13 Then Simon himself believed to his burial, and made great a lam- also: and when he was baptized, he entation over him. continued with Philip, and a won- 3 As for Saul, he made a havoc of dered, beholding the miracles and the church, entering into every signs which were done. house, and haling men and women 14 Now when the apostles which committed them to b prison. were at Jerusalem heard that Sa- 4 Therefore they that were scat- maria had received the a word of tered abroad went every where God, they sent unto them Peter and preaching the word. John: 5 Then Philip went down to the 15 Who, when they were come city of a Samaria, and preached down, prayed for them, that they Christ unto them. might receive the Holy Ghost: 6 And the people with one accord 16 (For as yet he was fallen upon gave heed unto those things which none of them: only they were bap- Philip a spake, hearing and seeing tized in the name of the Lord Jesus.) the miracles which he did. 17 Then a laid they their hands on 7 For a unclean spirits, crying with them, and they received the b Holy loud voice, came out of many that Ghost. were possessed with them: and many 18 And when Simon saw that b taken with palsies, and that were through a laying on of the apostles’ lame, were c healed. hands the Holy Ghost was given, he 8 And there was great joy in that offered them money, city. 19 Saying, Give me also this apower, 9 But there was a certain man, that on whomsoever I lay hands, he called Simon, which beforetime in may receive the Holy Ghost. the same city used a sorcery, and 20 But Peter said unto him, Thy b bewitched the people of Samaria, money perish with thee, because giving out that himself was some thou hast thought that the a gift of c great one: God may be bpurchased with money. 10 To whom they all gave heed, 21 Thou hast neither part nor lot from the least to the greatest, say- in this matter: for thy heart is not ing, This man is the great power a right in the sight of God. of God. 22 Repent therefore of this thy 11 And to him they had regard, a wickedness, and pray God, if per- because that of long time he had haps the b thought of thine c heart bewitched them with sorceries. may be forgiven thee. 12 But when they believed Philip 23 For I perceive that thou art in a preaching the things concerning the a gall of bitterness, and in the the kingdom of God, and the b name b bond of iniquity. 2 a tg Mourning. b tg Superstitions. Power of; 3 a Acts 22:4; c 2 Ne. 26:29. Selfishness; 1 Cor. 15:9; 12 a tg Missionary Work; Unrighteous Dominion. 1 Tim. 1:13; Preaching. 20 a tg God, Gifts of. Mosiah 27:10 (9–11). b tg Name. b tg Bribe. b Acts 22:19; c tg Baptism, Essential. 21 a D&C 49:2. 4 Ne. 1:30. 13 a or was amazed, 22 a tg Wickedness. 5 a Acts 1:8. astonished. b tg Motivations. 6 a tg Counsel. 14 a Acts 11:1 (1–18). c 3 Ne. 12:29. 7 a tg Spirits, Evil or 17 a tg Hands, Laying on of. 23 a Alma 41:11; Unclean. b Acts 2:38. Morm. 8:31. b gr paralytic and lame. 18 a tg Priesthood, b tg Bondage, Spiritual. c 3 Ne. 7:22. Authority. 9 a tg Sorcery. 19 a tg Priesthood, Acts 8:24–9:4 1380 24 Then answered Simon, and and began at the same scripture, and said, Pray ye to the Lord for me, preached unto him a Jesus. that none of these things which ye 36 And as they went on their way, have spoken come upon me. they came unto a certain water: and 25 And they, when they had testi- the eunuch said, See, here is water; fied and preached the word of the what doth hinder me to be baptized? Lord, returned to Jerusalem, and 37 And Philip said, If thou a be- preached the gospel in many vil- lievest with all thine heart, thou lages of the Samaritans. mayest. And he answered and said, 26 And the aangel of the Lord spake I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son unto Philip, saying, Arise, and go of God. toward the south unto the way that 38 And he commanded the chariot goeth down from Jerusalem unto to stand still: and they went down Gaza, which is desert. both into the water, both Philip and 27 And he arose and went: and, the eunuch; and he a baptized him. behold, a man of Ethiopia, an eu- 39 And when they were come up nuch of great authority under Can- out of the water, the a Spirit of the dace queen of the Ethiopians, who Lord caught away Philip, that the had the charge of all her treasure, eunuch saw him no more: and he and had come to Jerusalem for to went on his way rejoicing. a worship, 40 But Philip was found at Azotus: 28 Was returning, and sitting in and passing through he preached his chariot read Esaias the prophet. in all the cities, till he came to 29 Then the a Spirit said unto Phi- a Cæsarea. lip, Go near, and join thyself to this chariot. Chapter 9 30 And Philip ran thither to him, and heard him read the prophet Es- Jesus appears to Saul—Saul is a cho- aias, and said, Understandest thou sen vessel—Ananias restores Saul’s what thou readest? sight—Saul is baptized and begins his 31 And he said, How can I, except ministry—Peter heals Æneas and raises some man should guide me? And he Dorcas from death. desired Philip that he would come And Saul, yet breathing out a threat- up and sit with him. enings and slaughter against the 32 The place of the scripture which disciples of the Lord, went unto the he read was this, He was led as a high priest, sheep to the slaughter; and like a 2 And desired of him a letters to a lamb dumb before his shearer, so Damascus to the synagogues, that if opened he not his mouth: he found any of this way, whether 33 In his humiliation his judgment they were men or women, he might was taken away: and who shall de- bring them bound unto Jerusalem. clare his generation? for his life is 3 And as he journeyed, he came taken from the earth. near Damascus: and suddenly there 34 And the eunuch answered Phi- shined round about him a a light lip, and said, I pray thee, of whom from heaven: speaketh the prophet this? of him- 4 And he a fell to the earth, and self, or of some other man? heard a voice saying unto him, bSaul, 35 Then Philip opened his mouth, Saul, why persecutest thou me? 26 a tg Angels. 37 a tg Baptism, 2 a Acts 22:5. 27 a John 12:20. Qualifications for. 3 a tg Light [noun]. 29 a tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of. 38 a tg Baptism; 4 a Ezek. 1:28; 32 a tg Jesus Christ, Lamb Baptism, Immersion. Ether 3:6 (6–8); of God; 39 a tg God, Spirit of. Moses 1:9. Jesus Christ, Trials of. 40 a Acts 21:8. b Acts 22:7 (6–16); 35 a Gal. 3:14 (13–14). 9 1 a Acts 26:10. 26:14 (9–17). 1381 Acts 9:5–24 5 And he said, Who art thou, Lord? thy way: for he is a a chosen vessel And the Lord said, I am aJesus whom unto me, to b bear my c name before thou persecutest: it is hard for thee the d Gentiles, and e kings, and the to b kick against the pricks. children of Israel: 6 And he trembling and astonished 16 For I will shew him how great said, Lord, a what wilt thou have me things he must asuffer for my name’s to do? And the Lord said unto him, sake. Arise, and go into the city, and it 17 And Ananias went his way, and shall be told thee what thou must do. entered into the house; and putting 7 aAnd the men which journeyed his ahands on him said, Brother Saul, with him stood speechless, hearing the Lord, even Jesus, that b appeared a b voice, but seeing c no man. unto thee in the way as thou camest, 8 And Saul arose from the earth; hath c sent me, that thou mightest and when his eyes were opened, receive thy sight, and be filled with he saw no man: but they led him the d Holy Ghost. by the hand, and brought him into 18 And immediately there fell from Damascus. his eyes as it had been scales: and 9 And he was three days without he received a sight forthwith, and sight, and neither did eat nor drink. arose, and was b baptized. 10 ¶ And there was a certain dis- 19 And when he had received meat, ciple at Damascus, named aAnanias; he was strengthened. Then was Saul and to him said the Lord in a b vi- certain days with the disciples which sion, Ananias. And he said, Behold, were at Damascus. I am here, Lord. 20 And straightway he preached 11 And the Lord said unto him, Christ in the synagogues, that he Arise, and go into the street which is the Son of God. is called Straight, and inquire in the 21 But all that heard him were house of Judas for one called Saul, amazed, and said; Is not this he that of Tarsus: for, behold, he prayeth, a destroyed them which called on 12 And hath seen in a vision a man this name in Jerusalem, and came named Ananias coming in, and put- hither for that intent, that he might ting his hand on him, that he might bring them b bound unto the chief receive his sight. priests? 13 Then Ananias answered, Lord, 22 But Saul increased the more in I have heard by many of this man, strength, and confounded the Jews how much a evil he hath done to thy which dwelt at Damascus, proving saints at Jerusalem: that this is very Christ. 14 And here he hath authority 23 ¶ And after that many days from the chief priests to bind all were fulfilled, the Jews took coun- that call on thy name. sel to a kill him: 15 But the Lord said unto him, Go 24 But their a laying await was 5 a tg Jesus Christ, b tg Jesus Christ, 17 a tg Administrations Appearances, Appearances, to the Sick; Postmortal. Postmortal. Hands, Laying on of. b D&C 121:38. 13 a Acts 26:10. b 1 Cor. 9:1. 6 a tg Conversion. 15 a 1 Thes. 3:3. c tg Called of God; 7 a jst Acts 9:7 And they b Acts 22:15; 26:16. Delegation of who were journeying with c tg Name. Responsibility. him saw indeed the light, d Rom. 15:10 (8–21); d tg Holy Ghost, Gift of. and were afraid; but they 1 Tim. 2:7. 18 a tg Sight. heard not the voice of him e Ps. 119:46; b tg Baptism, Essential. who spake to him. Matt. 10:18; 21 a Gal. 1:13. b Acts 22:9. D&C 1:23; b Acts 26:10. c Dan. 10:7; 124:3 (3, 16, 107). 23 a 2 Cor. 11:32. Alma 36:11 (6–11). tg Kings, Earthly. 24 a gr plot, conspiracy 10 a Acts 22:12. 16 a tg Self-Sacrifice. was known. Acts 9:25–10:2 1382 known of Saul. And they watched by interpretation is called Dorcas: the gates day and night to kill him. this a woman was full of good works 25 Then the disciples took him by and almsdeeds which she did. night, and let him down by the wall 37 And it came to pass in those in a a basket. days, that she was sick, and died: 26 And when Saul was come to whom when they had washed, they a Jerusalem, he assayed to join him- laid her in an upper chamber. self to the disciples: but they were 38 And forasmuch as Lydda was all afraid of him, and believed not nigh to Joppa, and the disciples had that he was a disciple. heard that Peter was there, they 27 But Barnabas took him, and sent unto him two men, desiring brought him to the apostles, and him that he would not delay to come declared unto them how he had to them. a seen the Lord in the way, and that 39 Then Peter arose and went he had spoken to him, and how he with them. When he was come, had preached boldly at Damascus they brought him into the upper in the name of Jesus. chamber: and all the widows stood 28 And he was with them coming by him weeping, and shewing the in and going out at Jerusalem. coats and garments which Dorcas 29 And he spake boldly in the name made, while she was with them. of the Lord Jesus, and a disputed 40 But Peter put them all forth, against the Grecians: but they went and kneeled down, and prayed; about to slay him. and turning him to the body said, 30 Which when the brethren knew, Tabitha, a arise. And she opened they brought him down to Cæsarea, her eyes: and when she saw Peter, and sent him forth to Tarsus. she sat up. 31 Then had the churches rest 41 And he gave her his hand, and throughout all Judæa and Galilee lifted her up, and when he had and Samaria, and were aedified; and called the a saints and widows, pre- walking in the fear of the Lord, and sented her b alive. in the b comfort of the Holy Ghost, 42 And it was known throughout were multiplied. all Joppa; and many believed in 32 ¶ And it came to pass, as Peter the Lord. passed throughout all quarters, he 43 And it came to pass, that he tar- came down also to the a saints which ried many days in Joppa with one dwelt at Lydda. Simon a tanner. 33 And there he found a certain man named Æneas, which had kept Chapter 10 his bed eight years, and was a sick An angel ministers to Cornelius—Peter, of the palsy. in a vision, is commanded to take the 34 And Peter said unto him, Æneas, Jesus Christ maketh thee whole: gospel to the Gentiles—The gospel is taught by witnesses—The Holy Ghost arise, and make thy bed. And he falls upon the Gentiles. arose immediately. 35 And all that dwelt at Lydda There was a certain man in Cæsarea and Saron saw him, and turned to called Cornelius, a centurion of the the Lord. band called the Italian band, 36 ¶ Now there was at Joppa a cer- 2 A devout man, and one that tain disciple named Tabitha, which feared God with all his house, which 25 a Josh. 2:15. 31 a tg Edification. 36 a tg Woman. 26 a Gal. 1:18 (15–18). b tg Comfort; 40 a tg Death, Power over. 27 a tg Jesus Christ, Holy Ghost, Comforter; 41 a tg Saints. Appearances, Holy Ghost, Gifts of. b John 14:12 (12–14). Postmortal. 32 a tg Saints. 29 a tg Disputations. 33 a gr paralyzed. 1383 Acts 10:3–26 gave much a alms to the people, and 15 And the voice spake unto him prayed to God alway. again the second time, What God 3 He saw in a a vision b evidently hath a cleansed, that call not thou about the ninth hour of the day an b common. c angel of God coming in to him, and 16 This was done thrice: and the saying unto him, Cornelius. vessel was received up again into 4 And when he looked on him, heaven. he was afraid, and said, What is it, 17 Now while Peter doubted in Lord? And he said unto him, Thy himself what this vision which he prayers and thine alms are come up had seen should mean, behold, the for a memorial before God. men which were sent from Corne- 5 And now send men to Joppa, and lius had made inquiry for Simon’s call for one Simon, whose surname house, and stood before the gate, is Peter: 18 And called, and asked whether 6 He lodgeth with one Simon a Simon, which was surnamed Peter, tanner, whose house is by the sea were lodged there. side: he shall tell thee what thou 19 ¶ While Peter thought on the oughtest to do. vision, the a Spirit said unto him, 7 And when the angel which spake Behold, three men seek thee. unto Cornelius was departed, he 20 Arise therefore, and get thee called two of his household servants, down, and a go with them, doubting and a devout soldier of them that nothing: for I have sent them. waited on him continually; 21 Then Peter went down to the 8 And when he had declared all men which were sent unto him these things unto them, he sent them from Cornelius; and said, Behold, to Joppa. I am he whom ye seek: what is the 9 ¶ On the morrow, as they went cause wherefore ye are come? on their journey, and drew nigh 22 And they said, Cornelius the unto the city, Peter went up upon centurion, a just man, and one that the a housetop to pray about the feareth God, and of good report sixth hour: among all the nation of the Jews, 10 And he became very hungry, and was a warned from God by an holy would have eaten: but while they angel to send for thee into his house, made ready, he fell into a a trance, and to hear words of thee. 11 And saw a heaven opened, and a 23 Then called he them in, and certain vessel descending unto him, lodged them. And on the morrow as it had been a great sheet b knit Peter went away with them, and at the four corners, and let down certain brethren from Joppa ac- to the earth: companied him. 12 Wherein were all manner of 24 And the morrow after they en- fourfooted beasts of the earth, and tered into Cæsarea. And Cornelius wild beasts, and creeping things, waited for them, and had called to- and fowls of the air. gether his kinsmen and near friends. 13 And there came a voice to him, 25 And as Peter was coming in, Rise, Peter; kill, and eat. Cornelius met him, and fell down 14 But Peter said, Not so, Lord; for at his feet, and worshipped him. I have never eaten any thing that is 26 But Peter took him up, saying, common or a unclean. Stand up; I myself also am a a man. 10 2 a tg Almsgiving. 11 a D&C 107:19. 1 Ne. 17:35 (32–41). 3 a tg Vision. b gr bound. 19 a tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of. b gr clearly, distinctly. 14 a Lev. 11:2 (2–47). 20 a Acts 15:7. c 2 Ne. 32:3; 15 a Lev. 20:25. 22 a tg Warn. Moro. 7:22 (22–38). tg Cleanliness; 26 a Rev. 19:10; 9 a 1 Sam. 9:25 (25–27). Purification. D&C 20:19. 10 a Acts 22:17. b Acts 11:9; Acts 10:27–45 1384 27 And as he talked with him, he 36 The a word which God sent unto went in, and found many that were the children of Israel, preaching come together. peace by Jesus Christ: (he is Lord 28 And he said unto them, Ye know of all:) how that it is an unlawful thing for 37 That word, I say, ye know, which a man that is a Jew to keep com- was published throughout all Judæa, pany, or come unto one of another and began from Galilee, after the nation; but God hath shewed me that baptism which John preached; I should not call any man a common 38 How God a anointed Jesus of or b unclean. Nazareth with the b Holy Ghost and 29 Therefore came I unto you with- with power: who went about doing out gainsaying, as soon as I was sent good, and healing all that were c op- for: I ask therefore for what intent pressed of the devil; for d God was ye have sent for me? with him. 30 And Cornelius said, Four days 39 And we are a witnesses of all ago I was a fasting until this hour; things which he did both in the and at the ninth hour I prayed in land of the Jews, and in Jerusalem; my house, and, behold, a bman stood whom they slew and hanged on before me in bright clothing, a tree: 31 And said, Cornelius, thy prayer 40 Him God a raised up the third is heard, and thine alms are had day, and b shewed him openly; in remembrance in the sight of 41 a Not to all the people, but unto God. witnesses chosen before of God, 32 Send therefore to Joppa, and even to us, who did eat and drink call hither Simon, whose surname with him after he rose from the is Peter; he is lodged in the house dead. of one Simon a tanner by the sea 42 And he commanded us to side: who, when he cometh, shall a preach unto the people, and to speak unto thee. testify that it is he which was b or- 33 Immediately therefore I sent to dained of God to be the c Judge of thee; and thou hast well done that quick and dead. thou art come. Now therefore are 43 To him give all the prophets we all here present before God, to a witness, that through his b name hear all things that are commanded whosoever c believeth in him shall thee of God. receive d remission of sins. 34 ¶ Then Peter opened his mouth, 44 ¶ While Peter yet spake these and said, Of a truth I perceive that words, the Holy Ghost fell on all God is no a respecter of persons: them which heard the word. 35 But in every a nation he that 45 And they of the circumcision b feareth him, and c worketh d righ- which believed were astonished, as teousness, is e accepted with him. many as came with Peter, because 28 a 2 Ne. 26:33; d tg Righteousness. Resurrection; Hel. 3:28 (27–30). e 1 Sam. 2:30. Resurrection. b tg Uncleanness. 36 a 3 Ne. 27:13 (13–22). b tg Jesus Christ, 30 a tg Fast, Fasting. 38 a tg Anointing; Appearances, b tg Angels. Jesus Christ, Messiah. Postmortal. 34 a Acts 15:9; 17:26 (25–26); b tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of. 41 a Ether 12:7. Rom. 2:11; c tg Oppression. 42 a tg Missionary Work. 1 Ne. 17:35; d Ex. 8:19; b tg Jesus Christ, D&C 1:35; 38:16. Luke 11:20; Authority of; tg Judgment. John 3:2; Priesthood, Authority. 35 a Rom. 10:12 (12–13); Acts 2:22. c tg Jesus Christ, Judge. Alma 26:37 (36–37). 39 a Acts 13:31 (29–33). 43 a tg Prophets, Mission of. tg Nations. tg Witness. b tg Name. b tg Reverence. 40 a Acts 3:15 (15, 26); 17:31. c tg Faith. c tg Good Works. tg Jesus Christ, d tg Remission of Sins. 1385 Acts 10:46–11:19 that on the aGentiles also was poured ing common or unclean hath at any out the b gift of the Holy Ghost. time entered into my mouth. 46 For they heard them speak with 9 But the voice answered me a tongues, and magnify God. Then again from heaven, What God hath answered Peter, a cleansed, that call not thou b com- 47 Can any man forbid water, that mon. these should not be baptized, which 10 And this was done three times: have received the a Holy Ghost as and all were drawn up again into well as we? heaven. 48 And he commanded them to be 11 And, behold, immediately there a baptized in the name of the Lord. were three men already come unto Then prayed they him to tarry cer- the house where I was, sent from tain days. Cæsarea unto me. 12 And the Spirit bade me go with Chapter 11 them, nothing doubting. Moreover God grants the gift of repentance to the these six brethren accompanied Gentiles—The disciples are first called me, and we entered into the man’s Christians at Antioch—The Church is house: guided by revelation. 13 And he shewed us how he had seen an angel in his house, which And the apostles and brethren that stood and said unto him, Send men were in Judæa heard that the a Gen- to Joppa, and call for Simon, whose tiles had also received the b word surname is Peter; of God. 14 Who shall tell thee words, 2 And when Peter was come up whereby thou and all thy house to Jerusalem, they that were of the shall be saved. a circumcision bcontended with him, 15 And as I began to speak, the 3 Saying, Thou wentest in to men Holy Ghost fell on them, as on us uncircumcised, and didst eat with at the beginning. them. 16 Then remembered I the word 4 But Peter rehearsed the matter of the Lord, how that he said, John from the beginning, and expounded indeed baptized with water; but it by order unto them, saying, ye shall be baptized with the Holy 5 I was in the city of Joppa pray- Ghost. ing: and in a a trance I saw a vision, 17 Forasmuch then as God gave A certain vessel descend, as it had them the like a gift as he did unto been a great sheet, let down from us, who believed on the Lord Jesus heaven by four corners; and it came Christ; what was I, that I could with- even to me: stand God? 6 Upon the which when I had fas- 18 When they heard these things, tened mine eyes, I considered, and they held their peace, and glorified saw fourfooted beasts of the earth, God, saying, Then hath God also to and wild beasts, and creeping things, the a Gentiles granted b repentance and fowls of the air. unto life. 7 And I heard a voice saying unto 19 ¶ Now they which were scat- me, Arise, Peter; slay and eat. tered abroad upon the a persecution 8 But I said, Not so, Lord: for noth- that arose about Stephen travelled 45 a Matt. 8:11 (11–12); 48 a tg Baptism, Essential. b Acts 10:15 (3, 15). Luke 13:29 (28–30); 11 1 a D&C 109:60. 17 a tg Holy Ghost, Gift of; 2 Ne. 10:18 (9–18); b Acts 8:14 (14–20). Holy Ghost, Gifts of. D&C 45:9 (7–30). 2 a tg Circumcision. 18 a Mark 16:15 (15–16); tg Gentiles. b tg Contention. Acts 21:19; b tg Holy Ghost, Gift of. 5 a Acts 22:17. D&C 84:62 (62–64). 46 a tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of. 9 a tg Purification; b tg Repent. 47 a tg Holy Ghost, Baptism of. Uncleanness. 19 a tg Persecution. Acts 11:20–12:9 1386 as far as Phenice, and Cyprus, and 30 Which also they did, and sent Antioch, preaching the word to none it to the a elders by the hands of but unto the Jews only. Barna­bas and Saul. 20 And some of them were men of Cyprus and Cyrene, which, when Chapter 12 they were come to Antioch, spake The martyrdom of James is described— unto the Grecians, preaching the An angel frees Peter from prison—The Lord Jesus. Lord slays Herod by disease—The 21 And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number be- Church grows. lieved, and turned unto the Lord. Now about that time Herod the 22 ¶ Then tidings of these things king stretched forth his hands to came unto the ears of the church vex certain of the church. which was in Jerusalem: and they 2 And he akilled bJames the brother sent forth a Barnabas, that he should of John with the sword. go as far as Antioch. 3 And because he saw it pleased 23 Who, when he came, and had the Jews, he proceeded further to seen the grace of God, was glad, take Peter also. (Then were the days and exhorted them all, that with of a unleavened bread.) purpose of heart they would cleave 4 And when he had apprehended unto the Lord. him, he put him in a prison, and de- 24 For he was a good man, and livered him to four b quaternions full of the Holy Ghost and of faith: of soldiers to keep him; intending and much people was added unto after c Easter to bring him forth to the Lord. the people. 25 Then departed Barnabas to Tar- 5 Peter therefore was kept in sus, for to seek Saul: prison: but prayer was made with- 26 And when he had found him, out ceasing of the church unto God he brought him unto Antioch. And for him. it came to pass, that a whole year 6 And when Herod would have they a assembled themselves with brought him forth, the same night the church, and taught much peo- Peter was sleeping between two sol- ple. And the disciples were called diers, bound with two chains: and b Christians first in cAntioch. the keepers before the door kept 27 ¶ And in these days came the prison. a prophets from Jerusalem unto 7 And, behold, the a angel of the Antioch. Lord came upon him, and a light 28 And there stood up one of them shined in the prison: and he smote named Agabus, and signified by the Peter on the side, and raised him a Spirit that there should be great up, saying, Arise up quickly. And b dearth throughout all the world: his chains fell off from his hands. which came to pass in the days of 8 And the angel said unto him, Claudius Cæsar. Gird thyself, and bind on thy san- 29 Then the disciples, every man dals. And so he did. And he saith according to his ability, determined unto him, Cast thy garment about to send a relief unto the brethren thee, and follow me. which dwelt in Judæa: 9 And he went out, and followed 22 a Acts 4:36. 27 a Acts 13:1 (1–13). b tg Martyrdom. 26 a tg Assembly for 28 a Acts 2:18; 3 a tg Bread, Unleavened. Worship; Meetings. 21:11 (4, 10–11). 4 a Alma 14:27 (22–29); b Acts 26:28; 1 Pet. 4:16; b or famine. Hel. 5:21 (21–50). Mosiah 5:8 (8–11); tg Drought. b gr squads; i.e., Alma 46:15 (13–15). 29 a tg Almsgiving; Welfare. detachments of four tg Jesus Christ, Taking 30 a tg Elder, Melchizedek men each. the Name of. Priesthood. c ie Passover. c Acts 14:26. 12 2 a tg Tyranny. 7 a Acts 5:19. 1387 Acts 12:10–13:3 him; and a wist not that it was true that they should be put to a death. which was done by the angel; but And he went down from Judæa to thought he saw a vision. Cæsarea, and there abode. 10 When they were past the first 20 ¶ And Herod was highly dis- and the second ward, they came pleased with them of Tyre and Si- unto the iron gate that leadeth unto don: but they came with one accord the city; which opened to them of to him, and, having made Blastus his own accord: and they went out, the king’s chamberlain their friend, and passed on through one street; desired peace; because their coun- and forthwith the angel departed try was nourished by the king’s from him. country. 11 And when Peter was come to 21 And upon a set day Herod, ar- himself, he said, Now I know of a rayed in royal apparel, sat upon surety, that the Lord hath sent his his throne, and made an oration angel, and hath delivered me out of unto them. the hand of Herod, and from all the 22 And the people gave a shout, expectation of the people of the Jews. saying, It is the voice of a god, and 12 And when he had considered the not of a man. thing, he came to the house of Mary 23 And immediately the a angel of the mother of John, whose surname the Lord smote him, because he gave was Mark; where many were gath- not God the glory: and he was eaten ered together praying. of worms, and gave up the ghost. 13 And as Peter knocked at the 24 ¶ But the word of God grew door of the gate, a damsel came to and multiplied. hearken, named Rhoda. 25 And Barnabas and Saul returned 14 And when she knew Peter’s from Jerusalem, when they had voice, she opened not the gate for fulfilled their a ministry, and took gladness, but ran in, and told how with them John, whose surname Peter stood before the gate. was Mark. 15 And they said unto her, Thou art mad. But she constantly affirmed Chapter 13 that it was even so. Then said they, Saul and Barnabas are called to mis- It is his angel. sionary service—Saul, now called Paul, 16 But Peter continued knocking: curses a sorcerer—Christ is a descen- and when they had opened the door, and saw him, they were astonished. dant of David—Paul offers the gospel 17 But he, a beckoning unto them to Israel, then to the Gentiles. with the hand to hold their peace, Now there were in the church that declared unto them how the Lord was at Antioch certain aprophets and had brought him out of the prison. teachers; as Barnabas, and Simeon And he said, Go shew these things that was called Niger, and Lucius unto James, and to the brethren. of Cyrene, and Manaen, which had And he departed, and went into been brought up with Herod the another place. tetrarch, and Saul. 18 Now as soon as it was day, there 2 As they ministered to the Lord, was no small stir among the soldiers, and a fasted, the b Holy Ghost said, what was become of Peter. c Separate me Barnabas and Saul for 19 And when Herod had sought for the work whereunto I have d called him, and found him not, he exam- them. ined the keepers, and commanded 3 And when they had fasted and 9 a or knew. 13 1 a Acts 11:27. b tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of. 17 a Acts 21:40. tg Church c tg Setting Apart. 19 a tg Persecution. Organization. d tg Called of God. 23 a tg Angels. 2 a Luke 5:35. 25 a Acts 15:36 (36–37). tg Fast, Fasting. Acts 13:4–23 1388 prayed, and a laid their b hands on 14 ¶ But when they departed them, they sent them away. from Perga, they came to Antioch 4 ¶ So they, being sent forth by the in Pisidia, and went into the syna- Holy Ghost, departed unto Seleu- gogue on the sabbath day, and sat cia; and from thence they sailed down. to Cyprus. 15 And after the reading of the 5 And when they were at Salamis, law and the prophets the rulers they preached the word of God in of the synagogue sent unto them, the synagogues of the Jews: and saying, Ye men and brethren, if ye they had also John to their minister. have any word of exhortation for 6 And when they had gone through the people, say on. the isle unto Paphos, they found a 16 Then Paul stood up, and beck- certain a sorcerer, a false prophet, oning with his hand said, Men of a Jew, whose name was Bar-jesus: Israel, and ye that a fear God, give 7 Which was with the deputy of audience. the country, Sergius Paulus, a a pru- 17 The God of this people of Israel dent man; who called for Barnabas chose our fathers, and exalted the and Saul, and desired to hear the people when they dwelt as astrangers word of God. in the land of Egypt, and with an 8 But Elymas the sorcerer (for so high arm brought he them out of it. is his name by interpretation) with- 18 And about the time of forty stood them, seeking to turn away years suffered he their manners in the deputy from the faith. the wilderness. 9 Then Saul, (who also is called 19 And when he had a destroyed Paul,) filled with the a Holy Ghost, seven nations in the b land of Cha­ set his eyes on him, naan, he divided their land to them 10 And said, O full of all subtilty by lot. and all mischief, thou a child of the 20 And after that he gave unto them devil, thou b enemy of all c righteous- judges about the space of four hun- ness, wilt thou not cease to pervert dred and fifty years, until Samuel the right ways of the Lord? the prophet. 11 And now, behold, the hand of 21 And afterward they desired a the Lord is upon thee, and thou king: and God gave unto them Saul a shalt be b blind, not seeing the sun the son of Cis, a man of the tribe for a season. And immediately there of Benjamin, by the space of forty fell on him a mist and a darkness; years. and he went about seeking some to 22 And when he had removed him, lead him by the hand. he raised up unto them David to be 12 Then the deputy, when he saw their king; to whom also he gave what was done, believed, being as- testimony, and said, I have found tonished at the doctrine of the Lord. David the son of Jesse, a man after 13 Now when Paul and his com- mine own a heart, which shall fulfil pany loosed from Paphos, they came all my will. to Perga in Pamphylia: and a John 23 Of this man’s a seed hath God departing from them returned to according to his b promise raised Jerusalem. unto Israel a c Saviour, Jesus: 3 a tg Authority; Alma 11:23. 19 a Num. 21:3 (1–3); Priesthood, Authority. b tg Enemies. Ps. 80:8 (8–10). b tg Hands, Laying on of; c tg Righteousness. b tg Israel, Land of. Priesthood, Ordination. 11 a Gen. 19:11. 22 a tg Heart. 6 a tg Sorcery. b Alma 30:49 (48–60). 23 a tg Jesus Christ, Davidic 7 a tg Prudence. 13 a Acts 15:37 (36–40). Descent of. 9 a tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of. 16 a Moro. 7:3 (3–4). b tg Promise. 10 a 1 Jn. 3:10 (10–18); 17 a tg Stranger. c tg Jesus Christ, Savior. 1389 Acts 13:24–46 24 When John had first preached 35 Wherefore he saith also in an- before his coming the baptism of re- other psalm, Thou shalt not suffer pentance to all the people of Israel. thine Holy One to see corruption. 25 And as John fulfilled his course, 36 For David, after he had served he said, Whom think ye that I am? I his own generation by the will of am not he. But, behold, there cometh God, fell on sleep, and was laid unto one after me, whose shoes of his feet his fathers, and saw corruption: I am not worthy to loose. 37 But he, whom God araised again, 26 Men and brethren, children of saw no b corruption. the stock of aAbraham, and whoso- 38 ¶ Be it known unto you there- ever among you feareth God, to you fore, men and brethren, that through is the word of this salvation sent. this man is preached unto you the 27 For they that dwell at Jerusa- a forgiveness of sins: lem, and their rulers, because they 39 And by him all that believe knew him not, nor yet the voices of are a justified from all things, from the prophets which are read every which ye could not be b justified by sabbath day, they have fulfilled them the c law of Moses. in condemning him. 40 Beware therefore, lest that come 28 And though they found no cause upon you, which is spoken of in the of death in him, yet desired they Pi- prophets; late that he should be a slain. 41 Behold, ye despisers, and won- 29 And when they had fulfilled all der, and perish: for I work a work in that was written of him, they took your days, a a work which ye shall him down from the tree, and laid in no wise believe, though a man him in a sepulchre. declare it unto you. 30 But God raised him from the 42 And when the Jews were gone dead: out of the synagogue, the Gentiles 31 And he was a seen many days besought that these words might be of them which came up with him preached to them the next asabbath. from Galilee to Jerusalem, who are 43 Now when the congregation his b witnesses unto the people. was broken up, many of the Jews 32 And we declare unto you glad and religious a proselytes followed tidings, how that the promise which Paul and Barnabas: who, speaking to was made unto the a fathers, them, persuaded them to continue 33 God hath fulfilled the same in the grace of God. unto us their children, in that he 44 ¶ And the next sabbath day hath raised up Jesus again; as it is came almost the whole city together also written in the second psalm, to hear the word of God. Thou art my a Son, this day have I 45 But when the Jews saw the begotten thee. multitudes, they were filled with 34 And as concerning that he raised a envy, and spake b against those him up from the dead, now no more things which were spoken by Paul, to return to corruption, he said on contradicting and c blaspheming. this wise, I will give you the a sure 46 Then Paul and Barnabas waxed mercies of David. bold, and said, It was necessary that 26 a Abr. 2:9 (9–10). 34 a Isa. 55:3. c tg Law of Moses. 28 a Matt. 27:20; 37 a tg Jesus Christ, 41 a Hab. 1:5; Acts 3:13. Resurrection. 3 Ne. 21:9 (9–11). 31 a tg Jesus Christ, b Acts 2:27 (27, 31). 42 a tg Sabbath. Appearances, 38 a tg Forgive; 43 a Acts 2:10. Postmortal. Jesus Christ, Atonement 45 a tg Envy. b Acts 10:39 (39–43); through; b Luke 11:52; 22:15 (14–16). Jesus Christ, Redeemer; 1 Thes. 2:16. 32 a tg Family, Patriarchal. Remission of Sins. c tg Blaspheme. 33 a tg Jesus Christ, Divine 39 a tg Justification. Sonship. b Rom. 2:13. Acts 13:47–14:14 1390 the word of God should first have 3 Long time therefore abode they been spoken to you: but seeing ye speaking boldly in the Lord, which put it from you, and judge your- gave a testimony unto the word of selves unworthy of everlasting life, his b grace, and granted signs and lo, we turn to the a Gentiles. wonders to be done by their hands. 47 For so hath the Lord com- 4 But the multitude of the city was manded us, saying, I have set thee to divided: and part held with the Jews, be a a light of the Gentiles, that thou and part with the apostles. shouldest be for b salvation unto the 5 And when there was an assault ends of the earth. made both of the Gentiles, and also 48 And when the Gentiles heard of the aJews with their rulers, to use this, they were glad, and glorified them despitefully, and to stone them, the word of the Lord: a and as many 6 They were ware of it, and fled as were ordained to eternal life be- unto Lystra and Derbe, cities of lieved. Lycaonia, and unto the region that 49 And the word of the Lord was lieth round about: a published throughout all the region. 7 And there they preached the 50 But the Jews a stirred up the gospel. devout and honourable b women, 8 ¶ And there sat a certain man at and the chief men of the city, and Lystra, impotent in his feet, being raised c persecution against Paul a a cripple from his mother’s womb, and Barnabas, and expelled them who never had walked: out of their coasts. 9 The same heard Paul speak: who 51 But they shook off the a dust of steadfastly beholding him, and their feet against them, and came perceiving that he had a faith to be unto Iconium. b healed, 52 And the disciples were filled 10 Said with a loud voice, Stand with joy, and with the Holy Ghost. upright on thy feet. And he leaped and walked. Chapter 14 11 And when the people saw what Persecution attends the spread of the Paul had done, they lifted up their gospel—Paul heals a crippled man; Paul voices, saying in the speech of Ly- and Barnabas are hailed as gods—Paul caonia, The a gods are come down is stoned and revived; he preaches— to us in the likeness of men. Elders are ordained. 12 And they called Barnabas, aJu- piter; and Paul, b Mercurius, because And it came to pass in Iconium, he was the chief speaker. that they went both together into 13 Then the priest of Jupiter, which the synagogue of the Jews, and so was before their city, brought oxen spake, that a great multitude both and garlands unto the gates, and of the Jews and also of the Greeks would have done sacrifice with the believed. people. 2 But the unbelieving Jews stirred 14 Which when the a apostles, up the Gentiles, and made their Barna­bas and Paul, heard of, they minds evil affected against the rent their clothes, and ran in among brethren. the people, crying out, 46 a Matt. 21:43; 49 a D&C 1:6. b tg Grace. Luke 14:24 (21–24); 50 a Alma 27:2 (2, 12). 5 a 2 Cor. 11:26. Acts 28:28 (27–28). b Acts 17:4 (4, 12). 8 a Acts 3:2 (1–10). 47 a tg Example. c tg Persecution. 9 a tg Faith. b tg Jesus Christ, Savior; 51 a Matt. 10:14 (14–15); b tg Heal. Salvation. Luke 10:11; 11 a Acts 28:6 (3–6). 48 a jst Acts 13:48 . . . and as Acts 18:6 (5–6); 12 a gr Zeus. many as believed were D&C 24:15; b gr Hermes. ordained unto eternal 60:15 (13–15). 14 a tg Apostles. life. 14 3 a tg Testimony. 1391 Acts 14:15–15:5 15 And saying, Sirs, why do ye 25 And when they had preached these things? We also are a men of the word in Perga, they went down like b passions with you, and preach into Attalia: unto you that ye should turn from 26 And thence sailed to aAntioch, these c vanities unto the living God, from whence they had been recom- which d made heaven, and earth, mended to the grace of God for the and the sea, and all things that are work which they fulfilled. therein: 27 And when they were come, and 16 Who in times past suffered all had gathered the church together, nations to a walk in their own b ways. they rehearsed all that God had done 17 Nevertheless he left not himself with them, and how he had opened without awitness, in that he did good, the a door of faith unto the Gentiles. and gave us b rain from heaven, and 28 And there they abode long time fruitful seasons, filling our hearts with the disciples. with c food and gladness. 18 And with these sayings scarce Chapter 15 restrained they the people, that they Great dissension arises at Antioch con- had not done sacrifice unto them. cerning circumcision—The Apostles 19 ¶ And there came thither certain at Jerusalem decide the issue—Paul Jews from Antioch and Iconium, who chooses Silas as his companion. persuaded the people, and, having a stoned Paul, drew him out of the And certain men which came down city, supposing he had been dead. from Judæa taught the brethren, 20 Howbeit, as the disciples stood and said, Except ye be a circumcised round about him, he rose up, and after the manner of Moses, ye can- came into the city: and the next not be saved. day he departed with Barnabas 2 When therefore Paul and Barna­ to Derbe. bas had no small dissension and 21 And when they had preached a disputation with them, they deter- the gospel to that city, and had mined that Paul and Barnabas, and taught many, they returned again to certain other of them, should go up Lystra, and to Iconium, and Antioch, to Jerusalem unto the b apostles and 22 Confirming the souls of the dis- elders about this question. ciples, and exhorting them to con- 3 And being brought on their way tinue in the faith, and that we must by the church, they passed through through much a tribulation enter Phenice and Samaria, declaring the into the kingdom of God. a conversion of the Gentiles: and 23 And when they had a ordained they caused great joy unto all the them b elders in every church, and brethren. had prayed with c fasting, they com- 4 And when they were come to mended them to the Lord, on whom Jerusalem, they were received of they believed. the church, and of the apostles and 24 And after they had passed elders, and they declared all things throughout Pisidia, they came to that God had done with them. Pamphylia. 5 But there rose up certain of the 15 a Dan. 2:46; b Lev. 26:4 (3–4). Elder, Melchizedek James 5:17 (17–18); c tg Food. Priesthood. 1 Ne. 17:55. 19 a tg Persecution. c tg Fast, Fasting. b tg Lust. 22 a tg Adversity; 26 a Acts 11:26 (25–26). c tg Vanity. Test; 27 a 2 Cor. 2:12. d tg Jesus Christ, Creator. Tribulation. 15 1 a tg Circumcision. 16 a tg Walking in 23 a tg Authority; 2 a tg Disputations. Darkness. Priesthood, History of; b Gal. 2:1. b Acts 17:30 (27–30). Priesthood, Ordination. 3 a tg Conversion. 17 a Rom. 1:20. b tg Church Organization; Acts 15:6–25 1392 sect of the Pharisees which believed, David, which is fallen down; and I saying, That it was needful to cir- will build again the ruins thereof, cumcise them, and to command them and I will set it up: to keep the a law of Moses. 17 That the a residue of men might 6 ¶ And the a apostles and b elders seek after the Lord, and all the came together for to consider of Gentiles, upon whom my name is this matter. called, saith the Lord, who doeth 7 And when there had been much all these things. a disputing, b Peter rose up, and said 18 a Known unto God are all his unto them, Men and brethren, ye works from the beginning of the know how that a good while ago world. God made choice among us, that 19 Wherefore my sentence is, that the c Gentiles by my mouth should we trouble not them, which from hear the word of the d gospel, and among the Gentiles are turned to believe. God: 8 And God, which a knoweth the 20 But that we write unto them, hearts, bare them witness, giving that they a abstain from b pollutions them the Holy Ghost, even as he of idols, and from c fornication, and did unto us; from things strangled, and from 9 And put no a difference between d blood. us and them, b purifying their hearts 21 For Moses of old time hath in by faith. every city them that preach him, 10 Now therefore why a tempt ye being a read in the synagogues ev- God, to put a yoke upon the neck ery sabbath day. of the disciples, which neither our 22 Then pleased it the apostles fathers nor we were able to bear? and elders, with the whole church, 11 But we believe that through the to send chosen men of their own a grace of the Lord Jesus Christ we company to Antioch with Paul and shall be saved, even as they. Barnabas; namely, Judas surnamed 12 ¶ Then all the multitude kept Barsabas, and Silas, chief men among silence, and gave audience to Barna­ the brethren: bas and Paul, declaring what mira- 23 And they awrote bletters by them cles and wonders God had wrought after this manner; The apostles and among the Gentiles by them. elders and brethren send greeting 13 ¶ And after they had held their unto the brethren which are of the peace, James answered, saying, Men Gentiles in Antioch and Syria and and brethren, hearken unto me: Cilicia: 14 Simeon hath declared how God 24 Forasmuch as we have heard, at the first did visit the a Gentiles, that certain which went out from to take out of them a people for us have troubled you with words, his b name. subverting your souls, saying, Ye 15 And to this agree the words of must be a circumcised, and keep the the prophets; as it is written, law: to whom we gave no such com- 16 After this I will return, and mandment: will build again the a tabernacle of 25 It seemed good unto us, being 5 a Gal. 5:18 (16–18). 17:26 (25–26). tg Abstain. 6 a tg Church Organization. b tg Purification; b tg Pollution. b tg Elder, Melchizedek Purity. c tg Fornication; Priesthood. 10 a tg Test. Sexual Immorality. 7 a tg Disputations. 11 a tg Grace. d tg Blood, Eating of. b D&C 7:7 (5–7); 14 a Abr. 2:10 (9–10). 21 a 2 Cor. 3:14 (14–15). JS—H 1:72. b tg Name. 23 a tg Scriptures, c Acts 10:20 (9–48). 16 a Amos 9:11 (11–12). Writing of. d tg Gospel. 17 a Moro. 7:32. b Acts 16:4. 8 a tg God, Omniscience of. 18 a tg God, Omniscience of. 24 a Gen. 17:11 (10–27); 9 a Acts 10:34 (34–35); 20 a Acts 21:25. Moro. 8:8. 1393 Acts 15:26–16:6 assembled with a one accord, to send take him with them, who departed chosen men unto you with our be- from them from Pamphylia, and loved Barnabas and Paul, went not with them to the work. 26 Men that have a hazarded their 39 And the a contention was so lives for the name of our Lord Jesus sharp between them, that they de- Christ. parted asunder one from the other: 27 We have sent therefore Judas and so Barnabas took Mark, and and Silas, who shall also tell you the sailed unto Cyprus; same things by mouth. 40 And Paul chose Silas, and de- 28 For it seemed good to the Holy parted, being recommended by the Ghost, and to us, to lay upon you brethren unto the grace of God. no greater burden than these nec- 41 And he went through Syria and essary things; Cilicia, a confirming the churches. 29 That ye abstain from meats of- fered to a idols, and from blood, and Chapter 16 from things strangled, and from Paul is directed in a vision to preach fornication: from which if ye keep in Macedonia—He casts an evil spirit yourselves, ye shall do well. Fare out of a woman—He and Silas are im- ye well. prisoned, and they convert the jailor— 30 So when they were dismissed, They admonish all to believe on the they came to Antioch: and when Lord Jesus and be saved. they had gathered the multitude together, they delivered the epistle: Then came he to Derbe and Lystra: 31 Which when they had read, they and, behold, a certain disciple was rejoiced for the a consolation. there, named a Timotheus, the son 32 And Judas and Silas, being of a certain woman, which was a prophets also themselves, exhorted b Jewess, and believed; but his father the brethren with many words, and was a Greek: confirmed them. 2 Which was well reported of by 33 And after they had tarried there the brethren that were at Lystra a space, they were let go in peace and Iconium. from the brethren unto the apostles. 3 Him would Paul have to go forth 34 Notwithstanding it pleased a Si- with him; and took and acircumcised las to abide there still. him because of the Jews which were 35 Paul also and Barnabas con- in those quarters: for they knew all tinued in Antioch, teaching and that his father was a Greek. preaching the word of the Lord, 4 And as they went through the cit- with many others also. ies, they delivered them the adecrees 36 ¶ And some days after Paul said for to keep, that were ordained of unto Barnabas, Let us go again and the apostles and elders which were a visit our b brethren in every city at Jerusalem. where we have preached the word 5 And so were the churches a estab- of the Lord, and see how they do. lished in the faith, and increased in 37 And Barnabas determined to number daily. take with them a John, whose sur- 6 Now when they had gone through- name was b Mark. out Phrygia and the region of 38 But Paul thought not good to Galatia, and were forbidden of the 25 a tg Common Consent. 36 a Acts 12:25 (20–25). 16 1 a Acts 17:14 (14–15); 20:4; 26 a 2 Tim. 3:11. b tg Brotherhood and 1 Cor. 4:17; 29 a 1 Cor. 8:1. Sisterhood. 1 Thes. 1:1; 3:2 (2, 6); 31 a gr consolation, exhorta- 37 a Acts 13:13. 1 Tim. 1:2. tion, solace, persuasion. b Col. 4:10; b 2 Tim. 1:5. 34 a 2 Cor. 1:19; 2 Tim. 4:11. 3 a tg Circumcision. 1 Thes. 1:1; 39 a tg Contention. 4 a Acts 15:23 (23–29). 1 Pet. 5:12. 41 a D&C 24:9. 5 a Moro. 7:32 (31–32). Acts 16:7–28 1394 a Holy Ghost to preach the word in and cried, saying, a These men are Asia, the servants of the most high God, 7 After they were come to Mysia, which shew unto us the way of they assayed to go into Bithynia: salvation. but the Spirit suffered them not. 18 And this did she many days. 8 And they passing by Mysia came But Paul, being grieved, turned down to Troas. and said to the a spirit, I command 9 And a a vision appeared to Paul thee in the name of Jesus Christ to in the night; There stood a man of come out of her. And he came out Macedonia, and prayed him, say- the same hour. ing, Come over into Macedonia, 19 ¶ And when her masters saw and help us. that the hope of their gains was 10 And after he had seen the vision, gone, they caught Paul and Silas, immediately we endeavoured to go and drew them into the marketplace into Macedonia, assuredly gathering unto the rulers, that the Lord had called us for to 20 And brought them to the mag- preach the gospel unto them. istrates, saying, These men, being 11 Therefore loosing from Troas, Jews, do exceedingly trouble our city, we came with a straight course to 21 And teach customs, which are Samothracia, and the next day to not lawful for us to receive, neither Neapolis; to observe, being Romans. 12 And from thence to Philippi, 22 And the multitude rose up to- which is the chief city of that part gether against them: and the mag- of Macedonia, and a colony: and we istrates rent off their clothes, and were in that city abiding certain days. commanded to a beat them. 13 And on the sabbath we went 23 And when they had laid many out of the city by a river side, where a stripes upon them, they cast them prayer was wont to be made; and into prison, charging the jailor to we sat down, and spake unto the keep them safely: women which resorted thither. 24 Who, having received such a 14 ¶ And a certain woman named charge, thrust them into the inner a Lydia, a seller of purple, of the city prison, and made their feet fast in of Thyatira, which worshipped God, the stocks. heard us: whose b heart the Lord 25 ¶ And at a midnight Paul and opened, that she attended unto the Silas prayed, and b sang praises unto things which were spoken of Paul. God: and the prisoners heard them. 15 And when she was baptized, 26 And suddenly there was a great and her household, she besought earthquake, so that the foundations us, saying, If ye have judged me to of the prison were shaken: and im- be faithful to the Lord, come into mediately all the adoors were opened, my house, and a abide there. And she and every one’s bands were loosed. constrained us. 27 And the keeper of the prison 16 ¶ And it came to pass, as we awaking out of his sleep, and seeing went to prayer, a certain damsel the prison doors open, he drew out possessed with a spirit of divination his sword, and would have killed met us, which brought her masters himself, supposing that the prison- much gain by a soothsaying: ers had been fled. 17 The same followed Paul and us, 28 But Paul cried with a loud voice, 6 a Alma 21:16 (16–17); 16 a tg Sorcery. tg Cruelty. 22:1 (1–4). 17 a James 2:19. 25 a Ps. 119:62. 9 a 2 Cor. 2:12. 18 a tg Spirits, Evil or b tg Singing. tg Vision. Unclean. 26 a Acts 5:19 (15–20); 14 a Acts 16:40. 22 a 2 Cor. 11:25; Alma 14:27 (27–28); b Alma 16:16. 1 Thes. 2:2. 3 Ne. 28:19 (19–20); 15 a 1 Tim. 5:10. 23 a 2 Cor. 11:23. 4 Ne. 1:30. 1395 Acts 16:29–17:9 saying, Do thyself no harm: for we Chapter 17 are all here. 29 Then he called for a light, and Paul and Silas preach and are perse- sprang in, and came trembling, and cuted in Thessalonica and in Berea— fell down before Paul and Silas, Paul, in Athens, preaches from Mars’ 30 And brought them out, and said, Hill about the unknown god—He says, Sirs, what must I do to be saved? We are the offspring of God. 31 And they said, a Believe on the Now when they had passed through Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be Amphipolis and Apollonia, they saved, and thy house. came to a Thessalonica, where was 32 And they spake unto him the a synagogue of the Jews: word of the Lord, and to all that 2 And Paul, as his manner was, were in his house. went in unto them, and three sab- 33 And he took them the same bath days a reasoned with them out hour of the night, and washed their of the b scriptures, stripes; and was baptized, he and 3 Opening and alleging, that Christ all his, straightway. must needs have suffered, and risen 34 And when he had brought them again from the dead; and that this into his house, he set meat before Jesus, whom I preach unto you, is them, and rejoiced, believing in God Christ. with all his house. 4 And some of them believed, and 35 And when it was day, the mag- consorted with Paul and Silas; and istrates sent the serjeants, saying, of the devout a Greeks a great mul- Let those men go. titude, and of the chief b women 36 And the keeper of the prison not a few. told this saying to Paul, The mag- 5 ¶ But the aJews which believed istrates have sent to let you go: not, moved with envy, took unto now therefore depart, and go in them certain b lewd fellows of peace. the baser sort, and gathered a com- 37 But Paul said unto them, They pany, and set all the city on an have beaten us openly uncon- c uproar, and d assaulted the house demned, being a Romans, and have of Jason, and sought to bring them cast us into prison; and now do they out to the people. thrust us out b privily ? nay verily; 6 And when they found them but let them come themselves and not, they drew Jason and certain fetch us out. brethren unto the rulers of the 38 And the serjeants told these city, crying, These that have turned words unto the magistrates: and the world upside down are come they feared, when they heard that hither also; they were Romans. 7 Whom Jason hath received: and 39 And they came and besought these all do contrary to the decrees them, and brought them out, and of Cæsar, saying that there is another desired them to depart out of the king, one Jesus. city. 8 And they troubled the people 40 And they went out of the prison, and the rulers of the city, when and entered into the house of a Ly- they heard these things. dia: and when they had seen the 9 And when they had taken secu- brethren, they comforted them, rity of Jason, and of the other, they and departed. let them go. 31 a Mosiah 4:10 (9–10); 40 a Acts 16:14 (14–15). b Acts 13:50. Hel. 14:13. 17 1 a 1 Thes. 1:1. 5 a 2 Cor. 11:26. tg Baptism, 2 a Acts 18:19; 1 Thes. 2:2. b gr wicked, evil. Qualifications for. tg Missionary Work. c tg Rioting and 37 a Acts 22:25. b Alma 14:1. Reveling. b or secretly. 4 a John 12:20. d 1 Thes. 1:6; 2:14. Acts 17:10–27 1396 10 ¶ And the brethren immediately some, He seemeth to be a setter sent away Paul and Silas by night forth of strange gods: because he unto Berea: who coming thither went preached unto them Jesus, and the into the synagogue of the Jews. resurrection. 11 These were more noble than 19 And they took him, and brought those in Thessalonica, in that they him unto aAreopagus, saying, May received the word with all readiness we know what this new doctrine, of mind, and a searched the scrip- whereof thou speakest, is? tures daily, whether those things 20 For thou bringest certain were so. strange things to our ears: we would 12 Therefore many of them be- know therefore what these things lieved; also of honourable women mean. which were Greeks, and of men, 21 (For all the Athenians and not a few. strangers which were there a spent 13 But when the Jews of Thessalo­ their time in nothing else, but either nica had knowledge that the word to tell, or to hear some new thing.) of God was preached of Paul at 22 ¶ Then Paul stood in the midst Berea, they came thither also, and of Mars’ hill, and said, Ye men of stirred up the people. Athens, I perceive that in all things 14 And then immediately the ye are a too superstitious. brethren sent away Paul to go as it 23 For as I passed by, and beheld were to the sea: but Silas and a Timo­ your a devotions, I found an altar theus abode there still. with this inscription, To the b Un- 15 And they that conducted Paul known God. Whom therefore ye brought him unto aAthens: and re- c ignorantly worship, him d declare ceiving a commandment unto Silas I unto you. and Timotheus for to come to him 24 God that a made the world and with all speed, they departed. all things therein, seeing that he is 16 ¶ Now while Paul waited for Lord of heaven and earth, b dwelleth them at Athens, his spirit was stirred not in temples made with hands; in him, when he saw the city awholly 25 Neither is a worshipped with given to b idolatry. men’s hands, as though he needed 17 Therefore a disputed he in the any thing, seeing he giveth to all b synagogue with the Jews, and with life, and b breath, and all things; the devout persons, and in the mar- 26 And hath a made of b one c blood ket daily with them that met with d all e nations of men for to dwell on him. all the face of the earth, and hath 18 Then certain philosophers of f determined the g times before h ap- the Epicureans, and of the Stoicks, pointed, and the i bounds of their encountered him. And some said, habitation; What will this babbler say ? other 27 That they should a seek the 11 a tg Scriptures, Study of. careful in divine things. c D&C 38:25 (24–27). 14 a Acts 16:1 (1–4). 23 a gr sacred, venerated d tg Gentiles. 15 a 1 Thes. 3:1. objects. e tg Nations. 16 a gr full of idols; i.e., b D&C 93:19. f tg God, Foreknowl- grossly idolatrous. tg God, Knowledge edge of; b tg Idolatry. about. God, Omniscience of. 17 a tg Disputations. c tg Ignorance. g Eccl. 3:2; b Acts 18:4 (4, 19); 19:8. d tg Preaching. Alma 40:10. 19 a gr Hill of Ares (Mars); 24 a tg Creation. tg Time. probably meaning the b Acts 7:48. h tg Foreordination. civil council which 25 a tg Worship. i Deut. 32:8 (8–9); met there. b tg Breath of Life. Job 14:5. Acts 17:34. 26 a Job 31:15; tg Order; 21 a tg Waste. Mal. 2:10. Separation. 22 a gr most religious; i.e., b Acts 10:34 (34–35); 15:9. 27 a tg God, Access to. 1397 Acts 17:28–18:8 Lord, b if haply they might c feel af- ters, and travels—Apollos also preaches ter him, and find him, though he be with power. not far from every one of us: 28 For in him we a live, and move, After these things Paul departed and have our being; as certain also from Athens, and came to Corinth; of your own poets have said, For we 2 And found a certain Jew named a Aquila, born in Pontus, lately come are also his b offspring. from Italy, with his wife Priscilla; 29 Forasmuch then as we are the (because that Claudius had com- a offspring of God, we ought not to think that the Godhead is like unto manded all Jews to depart from b gold, or silver, or stone, graven by Rome:) and came unto them. art and man’s c device. 3 And because he was of the same 30 And the times of this aignorance craft, he abode with them, and God b winked at; but now c com- a wrought: for by their occupation mandeth all men every where to they were b tentmakers. 4 And he reasoned in the a syna- d repent: gogue every bsabbath, and persuaded 31 Because he hath appointed a the Jews and the Greeks. day, in the which he will a judge the 5 And when Silas and a Timo­ world in righteousness by that man whom he hath b ordained; whereof he theus were come from Macedonia, hath given assurance unto all men, Paul was pressed in the spirit, and b testified to the Jews that Jesus was in that he hath c raised him from c Christ. the dead. 32 ¶ And when they heard of the 6 And when they opposed them- a resurrection of the dead, some selves, and blasphemed, he a shook his raiment, and said unto them, b mocked: and others said, We will Your bblood be upon your own heads; hear thee again of this matter. I am clean: from henceforth I will 33 So Paul departed from among go unto the Gentiles. them. 7 ¶ And he departed thence, and 34 Howbeit certain men clave unto entered into a certain man’s house, him, and believed: among the which named Justus, one that worshipped was Dionysius the aAreopagite, and God, whose house joined hard to a woman named Damaris, and oth- ers with them. the synagogue. 8 And a Crispus, the chief ruler of the synagogue, believed on the Lord Chapter 18 with all his house; and many of the Being rejected by the Jews, Paul turns Corinthians hearing b believed, and to the Gentiles—He preaches, minis- were baptized. 27 b jst Acts 17:27 . . . if they b tg Idolatry. 34 a Acts 17:19 (19, 22). are willing to find him, c Jer. 44:8. 18 2 a 1 Cor. 16:19. for he is not far from 30 a Acts 14:16 (16–17); 3 a Acts 20:34; every one of us; 1 Pet. 1:14 (1–16); 1 Thes. 2:9. c D&C 101:8. 2 Ne. 9:25 (25–27); b tg Skill. 28 a Deut. 30:20; D&C 76:72. 4 a Acts 17:17; 19:8. D&C 45:1. b or overlooked, b tg Sabbath. b tg Man, Antemortal disregarded. 5 a 1 Thes. 1:1. Existence of. Moro. 8:22 (9–26). b Alma 7:26 (16, 26). 29 a tg Man, a Spirit Child c D&C 18:9. c tg Jesus Christ, of Heavenly Father; d tg Repent. Messiah. Man, Physical Creation 31 a tg Jesus Christ, Judge; 6 a Matt. 10:14; of; Man, Potential Judgment, the Last. Acts 13:51 (44–51); to Become like b tg Jesus Christ, D&C 24:15; 60:15. Heavenly Father; Authority of. b Ezek. 33:4 (3–5). Sons and Daughters c Acts 10:40. 8 a 1 Cor. 1:14. of God; 32 a Alma 12:15 (12–18). b tg Baptism, Spirit Creation. b tg Mocking. Qualifications for. Acts 18:9–19:1 1398 9 Then spake the Lord to Paul in I must by all means keep this feast the night by a a vision, Be not afraid, that cometh in Jerusalem: but I will but speak, and hold not thy peace: return again unto you, if God will. 10 For I am with thee, and no man And he sailed from Ephesus. shall set on thee to hurt thee: for I 22 And when he had landed at have much a people in this city. Cæsarea, and gone up, and saluted 11 And he continued there a year the church, he went down to Antioch. and six months, teaching the word 23 And after he had spent some of God among them. time there, he departed, and went 12 ¶ And when Gallio was the over all the country of Galatia and deputy of Achaia, the Jews made in- Phrygia in order, strengthening all surrection with one accord against the disciples. Paul, and brought him to the judg- 24 ¶ And a certain Jew named ment seat, a Apollos, born at Alexandria, an 13 Saying, This fellow persuadeth eloquent man, and b mighty in the men to a worship God contrary to scriptures, came to Ephesus. the law. 25 This man was a instructed in 14 And when Paul was now about to the way of the Lord; and being open his mouth, Gallio said unto the b fervent in the spirit, he spake and Jews, If it were a matter of wrong or taught c diligently the things of the a wicked blewdness, O ye Jews, reason Lord, knowing only the baptism would that I should bear with you: of dJohn. 15 But if it be a a question of words 26 And he began to speak boldly in and names, and of your law, look ye the synagogue: whom when Aquila to it; for I will be no judge of such and Priscilla had heard, they took matters. him unto them, and expounded unto 16 And he drave them from the him the way of God more perfectly. judgment seat. 27 And when he was disposed 17 Then all the Greeks took Sos- to pass into Achaia, the brethren thenes, the chief ruler of the syna­ a wrote, exhorting the disciples to gogue, and beat him before the receive him: who, when he was judgment seat. And Gallio cared come, helped them much which for none of those things. had believed through grace: 18 ¶ And Paul after this tarried 28 For he mightily convinced the there yet a good while, and then Jews, and that publickly, a shewing took his leave of the brethren, and by the scriptures that b Jesus was sailed thence into Syria, and with Christ. him Priscilla and Aquila; having shorn his head in Cenchrea: for he Chapter 19 had a a vow. Paul confers the gift of the Holy Ghost 19 And he came to Ephesus, and by the laying on of hands—He preaches left them there: but he himself en- and works many miracles—The sons tered into the synagogue, and a rea- of Sceva fail to cast out devils by ex- soned with the Jews. orcism—The worshippers of Diana 20 When they desired him to tarry longer time with them, he con- (Artemis) raise a tumult against Paul. sented not; And it came to pass, that, while 21 But bade them farewell, saying, Apollos was at Corinth, Paul having 9 a tg Jesus Christ, b gr crime. b tg Zeal. Appearances, 15 a Acts 23:29. c gr accurately, precisely, Postmortal; 18 a tg Vow. diligently. Vision. 19 a Acts 17:2. d Acts 19:3 (3–6). 10 a D&C 111:2 (2–11). 24 a 1 Cor. 16:12. 27 a D&C 42:11. 13 a Alma 30:7 (7–11). b D&C 100:11. 28 a tg Scriptures, Study of. 14 a Acts 25:5. 25 a tg Education. b or Jesus is the Christ. 1399 Acts 19:2–22 passed through the upper a coasts departed from them, and the evil came to Ephesus: and finding cer- spirits went out of them. tain disciples, 13 ¶ Then certain of the vagabond 2 He said unto them, Have ye re- Jews, a exorcists, took upon them to ceived the Holy Ghost since ye be- call over them which had evil spirits lieved? And they said unto him, We the b name of the Lord Jesus, saying, have not so much as heard whether We c adjure you by Jesus whom Paul there be any Holy Ghost. preacheth. 3 And he said unto them, Unto 14 And there were seven sons of what then were ye baptized? And one Sceva, a Jew, and chief of the they said, Unto aJohn’s baptism. priests, which did so. 4 Then said Paul, John verily bap- 15 And the a evil spirit answered tized with the baptism of a repen- and said, Jesus I know, and Paul I tance, saying unto the people, that know; but who are ye? they should believe on him which 16 And the man in whom the evil should come after him, that is, on spirit was leaped on them, and over- Christ Jesus. came them, and prevailed against 5 When they heard this, they were them, so that they fled out of that a baptized in the name of the Lord house naked and wounded. Jesus. 17 And this was known to all the 6 And when Paul had laid his hands Jews and Greeks also dwelling at upon them, the Holy Ghost came on Ephesus; and fear fell on them all, them; and they spake with atongues, and the name of the Lord Jesus was and prophesied. magnified. 7 And all the men were about 18 And many that believed came, twelve. and a confessed, and shewed their 8 And he went into the asynagogue, deeds. and spake boldly for the space of 19 Many of them also which used three months, b disputing and per- curious a arts brought their books suading the things concerning the together, and burned them before kingdom of God. all men: and they counted the price 9 But when divers were hardened, of them, and found it fifty thousand and believed not, but spake evil of pieces of silver. that way before the multitude, he 20 So mightily grew the word of departed from them, and separated God and prevailed. the disciples, disputing daily in the 21 ¶ After these things were ended, school of one Tyrannus. Paul purposed in the a spirit, when 10 And this continued by the space he had passed through Macedonia of two years; so that all they which and Achaia, to go to Jerusalem, say- dwelt in Asia heard the word of the ing, After I have been there, I must Lord Jesus, both Jews and Greeks. also see b Rome. 11 And God wrought special 22 So he sent into Macedonia a miracles by the hands of Paul: two of them that ministered unto 12 So that from his body were him, Timotheus and Erastus; but brought unto the sick a handker- he himself stayed in Asia for a chiefs or aprons, and the diseases season. 19 1 a or parts, region. 11 a tg Priesthood, b tg Profanity. 3 a Matt. 3:11; Acts 18:25. Authority; c tg Unrighteous 4 a tg Baptism, Priesthood, Power of. Dominion. Qualifications for. 12 a 2 Kgs. 4:29; 15 a tg Spirits, Evil or 5 a tg Baptism, Essential. Luke 8:44 (43–48); Unclean. 6 a tg Holy Ghost, Mission Acts 5:15. 18 a tg Confession. of; Language. 13 a Mark 9:38 (38–49); 19 a tg Sorcery. 8 a Acts 17:17; 18:4 (4, 19). Luke 11:19. 21 a Acts 20:22. b tg Disputations. tg Sorcery. b Acts 23:11. Acts 19:23–20:1 1400 23 And the same time there arose with the hand, and would have no small stir about that way. made his defence unto the people. 24 For a certain man named De- 34 But when they knew that he was metrius, a silversmith, which made a Jew, all with one voice about the silver shrines for a Diana, brought space of two hours cried out, Great no small gain unto the craftsmen; is Diana of the Ephesians. 25 Whom he called together with 35 And when the townclerk had the workmen of like occupation, a appeased the people, he said, Ye and said, Sirs, ye know that by this men of Ephesus, what man is there craft we have our wealth. that knoweth not how that the city 26 Moreover ye see and hear, that of the Ephesians is a b worshipper of not alone at Ephesus, but almost the great goddess Diana, and of the throughout all Asia, this Paul hath image which fell down from cJupiter? persuaded and turned away much 36 Seeing then that these things people, saying that they be no gods, cannot be spoken against, ye ought to which are made with hands: be quiet, and to do nothing a rashly. 27 So that not only this our a craft 37 For ye have brought hither these is in danger to be set at nought; but men, which are neither robbers of also that the temple of the great churches, nor yet blasphemers of goddess Diana should be despised, your goddess. and her magnificence should be 38 Wherefore if Demetrius, and the destroyed, whom all Asia and the craftsmen which are with him, have world worshippeth. a matter against any man, a the law 28 And when they heard these say- is open, and there are deputies: let ings, they were full of wrath, and them implead one another. cried out, saying, Great is Diana of 39 But if ye inquire any thing con- the Ephesians. cerning other matters, it shall be 29 And the whole city was filled determined in a lawful assembly. with confusion: and having caught 40 For we are in danger to be called Gaius and aAristarchus, men of in question for this day’s a uproar, Macedonia, Paul’s companions in there being no cause whereby we travel, they rushed with one accord may give an account of this con- into the theatre. course. 30 And when Paul would have en- 41 And when he had thus spoken, tered in unto the people, the disci- he dismissed the assembly. ples suffered him not. 31 And certain of the chief of Asia, Chapter 20 which were his friends, sent unto Paul raises Eutychus from death—Paul him, desiring him that he would not adventure himself into the theatre. is free from the blood of all men— 32 Some therefore cried one thing, He predicts apostasy from within the Church—He reveals a teaching from and some another: for the assembly Jesus, It is more blessed to give than was confused; and the more part to receive. knew not wherefore they were come together. And after the a uproar was ceased, 33 And they drew Alexander out of Paul called unto him the disciples, the multitude, the Jews putting him and b embraced them, and departed forward. And aAlexander beckoned for to go into Macedonia. 24 a gr Artemis. guardian. 20 1 a tg Rioting and 27 a Alma 11:24 (23–24). c gr Zeus. Reveling. 29 a Acts 20:4; 27:2; 36 a tg Rashness. b or greeted, bade Col. 4:10. 38 a gr court days are farewell, expressed 33 a 1 Tim. 1:20. conducted. good wishes. 35 a Acts 5:38 (34–42). 40 a tg Rioting and b gr temple keeper, Reveling. 1401 Acts 20:2–22 2 And when he had gone over those man a alive, and were not a little parts, and had given them much comforted. exhortation, he came into Greece, 13 ¶ And we went before to ship, 3 And there abode three months. and sailed unto Assos, there in- And when the Jews laid wait for tending to take in Paul: for so had him, as he was about to sail into he appointed, minding himself to Syria, he purposed to return through a go afoot. Macedonia. 14 And when he met with us at 4 And there accompanied him Assos, we took him in, and came into Asia Sopater of Berea; and of to Mitylene. the Thessalonians, aAristarchus and 15 And we sailed thence, and came Secundus; and Gaius of Derbe, and the next day over against Chios; b Timotheus; and of Asia, c Tychicus and the next day we arrived at and d Trophimus. Samos, and tarried at Trogyllium; 5 These going before tarried for and the next day we came to Miletus. us at Troas. 16 For Paul had determined to 6 And we sailed away from Phi- sail by Ephesus, because he would lippi after the days of a unleavened not spend the time in Asia: for bread, and came unto them to Troas he a hasted, if it were possible for in five days; where we abode seven him, to be at Jerusalem the day of days. b Pentecost. 7 And upon the a first b day of the 17 ¶ And from Miletus he sent to week, when the disciples came Ephesus, and called the a elders of c together to d break e bread, Paul the church. preached unto them, ready to de- 18 And when they were come to part on the morrow; and continued him, he said unto them, Ye know, his speech until midnight. from the first day that I came into 8 And there were many lights in Asia, after what manner I have been the upper chamber, where they were with you at all seasons, gathered together. 19 a Serving the Lord with all b hu- 9 And there sat in a window a cer- mility of mind, and with many ctears, tain young man named Eutychus, and d temptations, which befell me being fallen into a deep sleep: and by the lying in wait of the Jews: as Paul was long preaching, he sunk 20 And how I kept back nothing down with sleep, and fell down that was profitable unto you, but from the third loft, and was taken have shewed you, and have taught up dead. you publickly, and from house 10 And Paul went down, and fell to house, on him, and a embracing him said, 21 Testifying both to the Jews, Trouble not yourselves; for his life and also to the Greeks, repentance is in him. toward God, a and faith toward our 11 When he therefore was come up Lord bJesus Christ. again, and had broken bread, and 22 And now, behold, I go bound eaten, and talked a long while, even in the a spirit unto Jerusalem, not till break of day, so he departed. knowing the things that shall be- 12 And they brought the young fall me there: 4 a Acts 19:29; 27:2; Worship; Meetings. 17 a D&C 67:1. Col. 4:10. d D&C 20:75. 19 a D&C 4:2 (2, 6). b Acts 16:1. tg Sacrament. b tg Humility. c Eph. 6:21. e tg Bread. c 2 Ne. 33:3. d Acts 21:29. 10 a 1 Kgs. 17:21. d tg Test. 6 a Ex. 12:15 (14–15). 12 a tg Death, Power over. 21 a jst Acts 20:21 . . . and 7 a tg Sabbath. 13 a gr travel by land, on faith on the name of our b tg Jesus Christ, Types foot. Lord Jesus Christ. of, in Memory. 16 a tg Haste. b D&C 68:25. c tg Assembly for b Acts 2:1. 22 a Acts 19:21; 1 Ne. 4:6. Acts 20:23–21:5 1402 23 Save that the Holy Ghost wit- 34 Yea, ye yourselves know, that nesseth in every city, saying that these a hands have b ministered unto bonds and a afflictions b abide me. my necessities, and to them that 24 But none of these things a move were with me. me, neither count I my b life dear 35 I have shewed you all things, unto myself, so that I might finish how that so labouring ye ought to my course with joy, and the min- support the weak, and to remember istry, which I have received of the the words of the Lord Jesus, how Lord Jesus, to testify the c gospel of he said, It is more blessed to a give the d grace of God. than to receive. 25 And now, behold, I know that 36 ¶ And when he had thus spo- ye all, among whom I have gone ken, he kneeled down, and prayed preaching the kingdom of God, shall with them all. see my face no more. 37 And they all wept sore, and fell 26 Wherefore I take you to record on Paul’s neck, and kissed him, this day, that I am pure from the 38 a Sorrowing most of all for the a blood of all men. words which he spake, that they 27 For I have not shunned to de- should see his face no more. And clare unto you all the a counsel of they accompanied him unto the ship. God. 28 ¶ Take heed therefore unto Chapter 21 yourselves, and to all the aflock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made Paul journeys to Jerusalem—He is per- you b overseers, to feed the c church secuted, arrested, and bound. of God, which he hath purchased And it came to pass, that after we with his own d blood. were gotten from them, and had 29 For I know this, that after my launched, we came with a straight departing shall a grievous wolves course unto Coos, and the day follow- enter in among you, not sparing ing unto Rhodes, and from thence the flock. unto Patara: 30 Also of your own selves shall 2 And finding a ship sailing over men arise, speaking aperverse things, unto Phenicia, we went aboard, and to b draw away disciples after them. set forth. 31 Therefore watch, and remember, 3 Now when we had discovered that by the space of three years I Cyprus, we left it on the left hand, ceased not to a warn every one night and sailed into Syria, and landed and day with tears. at Tyre: for there the ship was to 32 And now, brethren, I commend unlade her burden. you to God, and to the word of his 4 And finding disciples, we tarried grace, which is able to build you there seven days: who said to Paul up, and to give you an a inheritance through the a Spirit, that he should among all them which are sanctified. not go up to Jerusalem. 33 I have a coveted no man’s silver, 5 And when we had accomplished or b gold, or apparel. those days, we departed and went 23 a 1 Thes. 3:3. b or bishops. tg Warn. b gr wait for me. tg Bishop. 32 a tg Inheritance. 24 a Dan. 3:16; c tg Church. 33 a tg Covet. Matt. 10:19. d Heb. 9:12; b Mosiah 2:12 (12–18). b Acts 21:13. 1 Jn. 1:7. 34 a Acts 18:3; tg Martyrdom. 29 a tg Apostasy of the 1 Cor. 9:18 (4–18); c tg Gospel. Early Christian Church. 1 Thes. 2:9. d tg Grace. 30 a tg False Doctrine. b tg Labor. 26 a Jacob 1:19. b Rom. 16:17 (17–19). 35 a tg Almsgiving; 27 a D&C 100:5 (5–8). tg Apostasy of Generosity. tg Counsel. Individuals. 38 a tg Mourning. 28 a tg Church. 31 a Hel. 10:4. 21 4 a D&C 38:33. 1403 Acts 21:6–25 our way; and they all brought us on 16 There went with us also certain our way, with wives and children, of the disciples of Cæsarea, and till we were out of the city: and we brought with them one Mnason of kneeled down on the shore, and Cyprus, an aold disciple, with whom prayed. we should lodge. 6 And when we had taken our leave 17 And when we were come to one of another, we took ship; and Jerusalem, the brethren received they returned home again. us gladly. 7 And when we had finished our 18 And the day following Paul went course from Tyre, we came to Ptole- in with us unto aJames; and all the mais, and saluted the brethren, and elders were present. abode with them one day. 19 And when he had saluted them, 8 And the next day we that were of he declared particularly what things Paul’s company departed, and came God had wrought among the a Gen- unto a Cæsarea: and we entered into tiles by his ministry. the house of b Philip the c evangelist, 20 And when they heard it, they which was one of the seven; and glorified the Lord, and said unto abode with him. him, Thou seest, brother, how many 9 And the same man had four thousands of Jews there are which daughters, virgins, which did believe; and they are all a zealous a prophesy. of the law: 10 And as we tarried there many 21 And they are informed of days, there came down from Judæa thee, that thou teachest all the a certain prophet, named Agabus. Jews which are among the Gen- 11 And when he was come unto tiles to forsake Moses, saying that us, he took Paul’s girdle, and bound they ought not to a circumcise their his own hands and feet, and said, children, neither to walk after the Thus saith the a Holy Ghost, So shall b customs. the Jews at Jerusalem bind the man 22 What is it therefore? the multi- that owneth this girdle, and shall tude must needs come together: for deliver him into the hands of the they will hear that thou art come. Gentiles. 23 Do therefore this that we say to 12 And when we heard these thee: We have four men which have things, both we, and they of that a a vow on them; place, besought him not to go up to 24 Them take, and purify thyself Jerusalem. with them, and a be at charges with 13 Then Paul answered, What mean them, that they may b shave their ye to weep and to break mine heart? heads: and all may know that those for I am ready not to be bound only, things, whereof they were informed but also to a die at Jerusalem for the concerning thee, are nothing; but name of the Lord Jesus. that thou thyself also walkest or- 14 And when he would not be per- derly, and keepest the law. suaded, we ceased, saying, The a will 25 As touching the Gentiles which of the Lord be done. believe, we have written and con- 15 And after those days we a took cluded that they observe no such up our carriages, and went up to thing, save only that they keep Jerusalem. themselves from things offered to 8 a Acts 8:40. D&C 103:28 (27–28). 20 a tg Zeal. b Acts 6:5; 14 a Matt. 26:42. 21 a tg Circumcision. Eph. 4:11. 15 a gr made preparation, b Acts 6:14. c 2 Tim. 4:5. packed baggage. 23 a tg Vow. 9 a Judg. 4:4 (4–5); 16 a tg Old Age. 24 a gr pay expenses for Acts 2:17. 18 a Gal. 1:19. them. 11 a Acts 2:18; 11:28 (27–28). 19 a Acts 11:18; b Lev. 14:8; 13 a Acts 20:24; Alma 26:31 (11–36). Num. 6:18 (2–18). Acts 21:26–22:3 1404 a idols, and from blood, and from manded him to be carried into the strangled, and from b fornication. a castle. 26 Then Paul took the men, and 35 And when he came upon the the next day purifying himself stairs, so it was, that he was borne with them entered into the temple, of the soldiers for the violence of to signify the a accomplishment of the people. the days of b purification, until that 36 For the multitude of the peo- an c offering should be offered for ple followed after, crying, Away every one of them. with him. 27 And when the a seven days were 37 And as Paul was to be led into almost ended, the Jews which were the castle, he said unto the chief of Asia, when they saw him in the captain, May I speak unto thee? temple, stirred up all the people, Who said, Canst thou speak Greek? and laid hands on him, 38 Art not thou that Egyptian, 28 Crying out, Men of Israel, help: which before these days madest This is the man, that teacheth all an uproar, and leddest out into the men every where against the peo- wilderness four thousand men that ple, and the law, and this place: and were murderers? further brought Greeks also into the 39 But Paul said, I am a man which a temple, and hath bpolluted this holy am a Jew of a Tarsus, a city in Cili- place. cia, a citizen of no mean city: and, 29 (For they had seen before with I beseech thee, suffer me to speak him in the city aTrophimus an Ephe- unto the people. sian, whom they supposed that Paul 40 And when he had given him li- had brought into the temple.) cence, Paul stood on the stairs, and 30 And all the city was moved, a beckoned with the hand unto the and the people ran together: and people. And when there was made they took Paul, and drew him out a great b silence, he spake unto them of the temple: and forthwith the in the Hebrew tongue, saying, doors were shut. 31 And as they went about to a kill Chapter 22 him, tidings came unto the chief Paul recounts the story of his conver- captain of the band, that all Jeru- sion and also tells of seeing Jesus in a salem was in an b uproar. vision—He is accorded some privileges 32 Who immediately took soldiers and centurions, and ran down unto as a Roman citizen. them: and when they saw the chief Men, brethren, and fathers, hear a captain and the soldiers, they left ye my defence which I make now beating of Paul. unto you. 33 Then the chief a captain came 2 (And when they heard that he near, and took him, and commanded spake in the Hebrew tongue to him to be bound with two chains; them, they kept the more silence: and demanded who he was, and and he saith,) what he had done. 3 I am verily a man which am a aJew, 34 And some cried one thing, born in Tarsus, a city in Cilicia, yet some another, among the multitude: brought up in this city at the b feet and when he could not know the of c Gamaliel, and taught accord- certainty for the tumult, he com- ing to the perfect manner of the 25 a Acts 15:20 (19–20). b tg Pollution. 34 a Acts 22:24. b tg Fornication. 29 a Acts 20:4. 39 a Acts 23:34. 26 a Num. 6:13. 31 a Acts 26:21; 40 a Acts 12:17. b tg Purification. 2 Cor. 11:26. b tg Silence. c Num. 6:11 (9–12). b tg Rioting and Reveling. 22 3 a Rom. 11:1. 27 a Num. 6:9. 32 a Acts 23:27. b Deut. 33:3. 28 a Acts 24:6. 33 a Acts 24:7. c Acts 5:34. 1405 Acts 22:4–24 d law of the fathers, and was e zealous 14 And he said, The God of our toward God, as ye all are this day. fathers hath chosen thee, that thou 4 And I a persecuted this way unto shouldest know his a will, and see the death, binding and delivering that Just One, and shouldest hear into prisons both men and women. the voice of his mouth. 5 As also the high priest doth bear 15 For thou shalt be his a witness me witness, and all the estate of the unto all men of what thou hast seen elders: from whom also I received and heard. a letters unto the brethren, and went 16 And now why tarriest thou? to Damascus, to bring them which arise, and be a baptized, and b wash were there bound unto Jerusalem, away thy sins, calling on the name for to be punished. of the Lord. 6 And it came to pass, that, as I 17 And it came to pass, that, when made my journey, and was come I was come again to Jerusalem, even nigh unto Damascus about noon, while I prayed in the temple, I was suddenly there shone from heaven in a a trance; a great a light round about me. 18 And a saw him saying unto me, 7 And I fell unto the ground, and Make haste, and get thee quickly out heard a voice saying unto me, a Saul, of Jerusalem: for they will not re- Saul, why persecutest thou me? ceive thy testimony concerning me. 8 And I answered, Who art thou, 19 And I said, Lord, they know that Lord? And he said unto me, I am I aimprisoned and beat in every syna­ a Jesus of Nazareth, whom thou per- gogue them that believed on thee: secutest. 20 And when the blood of thy 9 And they that were with me saw a martyr Stephen was shed, I also was indeed the light, and were afraid; standing by, and b consenting unto but they heard not the a voice of him his death, and kept the c raiment of that spake to me. them that slew him. 10 And I said, What shall I do, Lord? 21 And he said unto me, Depart: And the Lord said unto me, Arise, for I will send thee far hence unto and go into Damascus; and there it the a Gentiles. shall be told thee of all things which 22 And they gave him a audience are appointed for thee to do. unto this word, and then lifted up 11 And when I could not see for their voices, and said, Away with the glory of that light, being led by such a fellow from the earth: for it the hand of them that were with is not fit that he should live. me, I came into Damascus. 23 And as they cried out, and cast 12 And one aAnanias, a devout off their clothes, and threw dust man according to the law, having a into the air, good b report of all the Jews which 24 The chief captain commanded dwelt there, him to be brought into the a castle, 13 Came unto me, and stood, and and bade that he should be exam- said unto me, Brother Saul, receive ined by b scourging; that he might thy a sight. And the same hour I know wherefore they cried so looked up upon him. against him. 3 d Acts 26:5. b 1 Tim. 3:7. 18 a tg Jesus Christ, Ap- e tg Zeal. 13 a tg Sight. pearances, Postmortal. 4 a Acts 8:3; 26:10; 14 a tg God, Will of. 19 a Acts 8:3 (3–4). 1 Tim. 1:13. 15 a Luke 24:48 (45–49); 20 a tg Martyrdom. 5 a Acts 9:2. Acts 9:15; 13:31 (29–33); b Luke 11:48 (47–49). 6 a tg Vision. 26:16. c Acts 7:58. 7 a Acts 9:4 (1–9); 16 a tg Baptism; Baptism, 21 a Acts 26:17 (17–18); 26:14 (9–17). Essential; Conversion. Rom. 11:13. 8 a Acts 23:9. b tg Wash. 22 a 2 Ne. 27:32. 9 a Acts 9:7. 17 a Acts 10:10 (9–18); 24 a Acts 21:34. 12 a Acts 9:10. 11:5 (1–18). b tg Cruelty. Acts 22:25–23:12 1406 25 And as they bound him with for sittest thou to judge me after thongs, Paul said unto the centurion the law, and commandest me to be that stood by, Is it lawful for you smitten contrary to the law? to scourge a man that is a a Roman, 4 And they that stood by said, a Re- and uncondemned? vilest thou God’s high priest? 26 When the centurion heard that, 5 Then said Paul, I awist not, breth- he went and told the chief captain, ren, that he was the high priest: for saying, Take heed what thou doest: it is written, Thou shalt not speak for this man is a Roman. evil of the b ruler of thy people. 27 Then the chief captain came, 6 But when Paul perceived that and said unto him, Tell me, art thou the one part were Sadducees, and a Roman? He said, Yea. the other Pharisees, he cried out 28 And the a chief captain an- in the council, Men and brethren, I swered, With a great sum obtained am a a Pharisee, the son of a Phari- I this freedom. And Paul said, But see: of the b hope and c resurrection I was free born. of the dead I am called in question. 29 a Then straightway they de- 7 And when he had so said, there parted from him which should have arose a dissension between the examined him: and the chief cap- Pharisees and the Sadducees: and tain also was afraid, after he knew the multitude was divided. that he was a Roman, and because 8 For the aSadducees say that there he had bound him. is no b resurrection, neither angel, 30 On the morrow, because he nor spirit: but the Pharisees con- would have known the certainty fess both. wherefore he was a accused of the 9 And there arose a great cry: and Jews, he loosed him from his bands, the a scribes that were of the Phari- and commanded the chief priests sees’ part arose, and strove, saying, and all their council to appear, and We find no evil in this man: but if brought Paul down, and set him a spirit or an b angel hath spoken to before them. him, let us not c fight against God. 10 And when there arose a great Chapter 23 dissension, the chief captain, fearing Paul is smitten at Ananias’s order— lest Paul should have been pulled The Lord again appears to Paul—Forty in pieces of them, commanded Jews plot his death—He is delivered the soldiers to go down, and to over to Felix. take him by force from among them, and to bring him into the And Paul, earnestly beholding the castle. council, said, Men and brethren, I 11 And the night following the have lived in all good a conscience a Lord b stood by him, and said, Be before God until this day. of good c cheer, Paul: for as thou 2 And the high priest aAnanias hast testified of me in Jerusalem, commanded them that stood by him so must thou bear witness also at to b smite him on the mouth. d Rome. 3 Then said Paul unto him, God 12 And when it was day, certain shall smite thee, thou a whited wall: of the Jews banded together, and 25 a Acts 16:37; 23:27. Luke 11:44. 9 a tg Scribe. 28 a Acts 23:26. 4 a tg Reviling. b Acts 22:8 (6–10). 29 a jst Acts 22:29–30 5 a or knew. c Acts 5:39 (34–40). (Appendix). b tg Citizenship. 11 a tg Vision. 30 a Acts 23:28. 6 a Acts 26:5; b tg Jesus Christ, 23 1 a tg Conscience. Philip. 3:5. Appearances, 2 a Acts 24:1. b Acts 28:20. Postmortal. b John 18:22 (20–23). c Acts 24:21. c Hel. 10:4 (2–5); 3 a Ps. 5:9 (9–10); 8 a Matt. 22:23. D&C 121:7 (1–7). Matt. 23:27; b Acts 4:2. d Acts 19:21. 1407 Acts 23:13–34 bound themselves under a a curse, 22 So the chief captain then let the saying that they would neither eat young man depart, and charged nor drink till they had b killed Paul. him, See thou tell no man that 13 And they were more than forty thou hast shewed these things which had made this a conspiracy. to me. 14 And they came to the chief 23 And he called unto him two priests and elders, and said, We centurions, saying, Make ready two have bound ourselves under a great hundred soldiers to go to Cæsarea, curse, that we will eat nothing until and horsemen threescore and ten, we have slain Paul. and spearmen two hundred, at the 15 Now therefore ye with the coun- third hour of the night; cil signify to the chief captain that 24 And provide them beasts, that he bring him down unto you to they may set Paul on, and bring him morrow, as though ye would inquire safe unto Felix the governor. something more perfectly concern- 25 And he wrote a letter after this ing him: and we, a or ever he come manner: near, are ready to kill him. 26 Claudius a Lysias unto the most 16 And when Paul’s sister’s son excellent governor Felix sendeth heard of their lying in wait, he greeting. went and entered into the castle, 27 This man was taken of the Jews, and told Paul. and a should have been killed of 17 Then Paul called one of the them: then came I with an b army, centurions unto him, and said, Bring and rescued him, having understood this young man unto the chief cap- that he was a c Roman. tain: for he hath a certain thing to 28 And when I would have known tell him. the cause wherefore they a accused 18 So he took him, and brought him, I brought him forth into their him to the chief captain, and said, council: Paul the prisoner called me unto 29 Whom I perceived to be accused him, and prayed me to bring this of aquestions of their law, but to have young man unto thee, who hath nothing laid to his charge worthy something to say unto thee. of b death or of bonds. 19 Then the chief captain took 30 And when it was told me how him by the hand, and went with that the Jews laid wait for the man, him aside privately, and asked him, I sent a straightway to thee, and gave What is that thou hast to tell me? commandment to his accusers also 20 And he said, The Jews have to say before thee what they had agreed to desire thee that thou against him. Farewell. wouldest bring down Paul to mor- 31 Then the soldiers, as it was row into the council, as though they commanded them, took Paul, and would inquire somewhat of him brought him by night to Antipatris. more perfectly. 32 On the morrow they left the 21 But do not thou yield unto them: horsemen to go with him, and re- for there lie in wait for him of them turned to the castle: more than forty men, which have 33 Who, when they came to bound themselves with an a oath, Cæsarea, and delivered the epistle that they will neither eat nor drink to the governor, presented Paul also till they have killed him: and now before him. are they ready, looking for a prom- 34 And when the governor had ise from thee. read the letter, he asked of what 12 a tg Curse. 21 a tg Vow. c Acts 22:25. b Acts 25:3 (2–3); 26 a Acts 22:28; 24:22. 28 a Acts 22:30. Alma 49:27 (26–27); 51:9. 27 a jst Acts 23:27 . . . 29 a Acts 18:15 (12–17). 13 a tg Conspiracy. would . . . b Acts 25:25. 15 a or before he gets here. b Acts 21:32. 30 a gr immediately. Acts 23:35–24:21 1408 province he was. And when he un- 9 And the Jews also assented, say- derstood that he was of a Cilicia; ing that these things were so. 35 I will hear thee, said he, when 10 Then Paul, after that the gov- thine accusers are also come. And ernor had beckoned unto him to he commanded him to be kept in speak, answered, Forasmuch as I Herod’s a judgment hall. know that thou hast been of many years a judge unto this nation, I Chapter 24 do the more cheerfully answer for Paul is accused of sedition—He answers myself: in defense of his life and doctrine—He 11 Because that thou mayest under- teaches Felix of righteousness, temper- stand, that there are yet but twelve ance, and the judgment to come. days since I went up to Jerusalem for to worship. And after five days aAnanias the 12 And they neither found me high priest descended with the el- in the temple a disputing with any ders, and with a certain orator named man, neither raising up the peo- Tertullus, who informed the gover- ple, neither in the synagogues, nor nor against Paul. in the city: 2 And when he was called forth, 13 Neither can they prove the Tertullus began to accuse him, say- things whereof they now accuse me. ing, Seeing that by thee we enjoy 14 But this I confess unto thee, great quietness, and that very wor- that after the way which they call thy deeds are done unto this nation heresy, so worship I the God of my by thy providence, fathers, believing all things which 3 We accept it always, and in all are written in the law and in the places, most noble Felix, with all a prophets: thankfulness. 15 And have hope toward God, 4 Notwithstanding, that I be not which they themselves also allow, further tedious unto thee, I pray that there shall be a a resurrection of thee that thou wouldest hear us of the dead, both of the just and unjust. thy clemency a few words. 16 And herein do I exercise myself, 5 For we have found this man a to have always a a conscience void of pestilent fellow, and a mover of sedi- offence toward God, and toward men. tion among all the Jews throughout 17 Now after many years I came the world, and a ringleader of the to bring a alms to my nation, and sect of the Nazarenes: offerings. 6 Who also hath gone about to pro- 18 Whereupon certain Jews from fane the a temple: whom we took, Asia found me a purified in the and would have judged according temple, neither with multitude, nor to our law. with tumult. 7 But the chief a captain Lysias 19 Who ought to have been here came upon us, and with great vio­ before thee, and object, if they had lence took him away out of our ought against me. hands, 20 Or else let these same here say, 8 Commanding his accusers to if they have found any evil doing in come unto thee: by examining of me, while I stood before the council, whom thyself mayest take knowl- 21 Except it be for this one voice, edge of all these things, whereof we that I cried standing among them, accuse him. Touching the a resurrection of the 34 a Acts 21:39. 6 a Acts 21:28. 16 a tg Conscience. 35 a gr praetorium 7 a Acts 21:33. 17 a 1 Cor. 16:1. (the governor’s 12 a tg Disputations. tg Almsgiving. headquarters). 14 a Acts 28:23. 18 a tg Purification. 24 1 a Acts 23:2 (1–5). 15 a tg Resurrection. 21 a Acts 23:6 (6–8). 1409 Acts 24:22–25:15 dead I am called in question by 5 Let them therefore, said he, which you this day. among you are able, go down with 22 And when Felix heard these me, and accuse this man, if there be things, having more perfect knowl- any a wickedness in him. edge of that way, he deferred them, 6 And when he had tarried among and said, When a Lysias the chief them more than ten days, he went captain shall come down, I will down unto Cæsarea; and the next know the uttermost of your matter. day sitting on the judgment seat 23 And he commanded a centurion commanded Paul to be brought. to keep Paul, and to let him have 7 And when he was come, the Jews liberty, and that he should forbid which came down from Jerusalem none of his acquaintance to minis- stood round about, and laid many ter or come unto him. and grievous complaints against 24 And after certain days, when Paul, which they could not prove. Felix came with his wife Drusilla, 8 While he answered for himself, which was a Jewess, he sent for Paul, Neither against the law of the Jews, and heard him concerning the faith neither against the temple, nor yet in Christ. against Cæsar, have I offended any 25 And as he reasoned of righ- thing at all. teousness, a temperance, and judg- 9 But Festus, willing to do the Jews ment to come, Felix b trembled, and a pleasure, answered Paul, and said, answered, Go thy way for this time; Wilt thou go up to Jerusalem, and when I have a convenient season, I there be judged of these things be- will call for thee. fore me? 26 He hoped also that a money 10 Then said Paul, I stand at should have been given him of Paul, Cæsar’s judgment seat, where I that he might loose him: wherefore ought to be judged: to the Jews have he sent for him the oftener, and I done no wrong, as thou very well communed with him. knowest. 27 But after two years Porcius Fes- 11 For if I be an offender, or have tus came into Felix’ room: and Felix, committed any thing worthy of willing to shew the Jews a pleasure, death, I refuse not to die: but if there left Paul bound. be none of these things whereof these accuse me, no man may de- Chapter 25 liver me unto them. I appeal unto Paul, before Festus, appeals unto a Cæsar. Cæsar—Agrippa desires to hear Paul. 12 Then Festus, when he had con- ferred with the council, answered, Now when Festus was come into Hast thou appealed unto Cæsar? the province, after three days he as- unto Cæsar shalt thou go. cended from Cæsarea to Jerusalem. 13 And after certain days king 2 Then the high priest and the chief Agrippa and Bernice came unto of the Jews informed him against Cæsarea to salute Festus. Paul, and besought him, 14 And when they had been there 3 And desired favour against him, many days, Festus declared Paul’s that he would send for him to Je- cause unto the king, saying, There rusalem, laying wait in the way to is a certain man left in bonds by a kill him. Felix: 4 But Festus answered, that Paul 15 About whom, when I was at Je- should be kept at Cæsarea, and that rusalem, the chief priests and the he himself would depart shortly elders of the Jews informed me, de- thither. siring to have judgment against him. 22 a Acts 23:26 (17–30). 26 a tg Bribe; 5 a Acts 18:14. 25 a gr self-control. Selfishness. tg Wickedness. b gr feared. 25 3 a Acts 23:12. 11 a Acts 26:32. Acts 25:16–26:7 1410 16 To whom I answered, It is not appealed to Augustus, I have deter- the manner of the Romans to de- mined to send him. liver any man to die, before that he 26 Of whom I have no certain thing which is accused have the accusers to write unto my lord. Wherefore I face to face, and have licence to have brought him forth before you, answer for himself concerning the and specially before thee, O king crime laid against him. Agrippa, that, after examination 17 Therefore, when they were had, I might have somewhat to write. come hither, without any delay on 27 For it seemeth to me unrea- the morrow I sat on the judgment sonable to send a prisoner, and not seat, and commanded the man to withal to signify the crimes laid be brought forth. against him. 18 Against whom when the ac- cusers stood up, they brought Chapter 26 none accusation of such things as I Paul recounts his former persecution supposed: of the Saints as a Pharisee—He testi- 19 But had certain questions against fies of the appearance of Jesus on the him of their own a superstition, and of one Jesus, which was dead, whom Damascus road—Paul bears his testi- Paul affirmed to be alive. mony to King Agrippa. 20 And because I a doubted of such Then Agrippa said unto Paul, Thou manner of questions, I asked him art permitted to speak for thyself. whether he would go to Jerusa- Then Paul stretched forth the hand, lem, and there be judged of these and answered for himself: matters. 2 I think myself happy, king 21 But when Paul had appealed Agrippa, because I shall answer for to be reserved unto the hearing of myself this day before thee touching Augustus, I commanded him to be all the things whereof I am accused kept till I might send him to Cæsar. of the Jews: 22 Then Agrippa said unto Festus, 3 Especially because I know thee to I would also hear the man myself. be expert in all customs and ques- To morrow, said he, thou shalt hear tions which are among the Jews: him. wherefore I beseech thee to hear 23 And on the morrow, when me patiently. Agrippa was come, and Bernice, 4 My manner of life from my youth, with great pomp, and was entered which was at the first among mine into the place of hearing, with the own nation at Jerusalem, know all chief captains, and principal men the Jews; of the city, at Festus’ commandment 5 Which knew me from the be- Paul was brought forth. ginning, if they would testify, that 24 And Festus said, King Agrippa, after the most straitest sect of our and all men which are here present religion I lived a a Pharisee. with us, ye see this man, about whom 6 And now I stand and am judged all the multitude of the Jews have for the hope of the promise made dealt with me, both at Jerusalem, of God unto our fathers: and also here, crying that he ought 7 Unto which promise our a twelve not to live any longer. tribes, b instantly serving God day 25 But when I found that he and night, hope to come. For which had committed nothing worthy of hope’s sake, king Agrippa, I am ac- a death, and that he himself hath cused of the Jews. 19 a gr religion. or dispute. 7 a tg Israel, Twelve 20 a gr was perplexed 25 a Acts 23:29. Tribes of. concerning this inquiry 26 5 a Acts 22:3; 23:6 (6–9). b gr earnestly, intently. 1411 Acts 26:8–27 8 Why should it be thought a thing them from a darkness to b light, and incredible with you, that God should from the power of Satan unto God, a raise the dead? that they may receive forgiveness of 9 I verily thought with myself, that sins, and inheritance among them I ought to do many things a contrary which are sanctified by faith that to the b name of Jesus of Nazareth. is in me. 10 Which thing I also did in Jeru- 19 Whereupon, O king Agrippa, I salem: and many of the a saints did was not a disobedient unto the heav- I shut up in prison, having received enly b vision: authority from the chief priests; 20 But shewed first unto them of and when they were put to b death, Damascus, and at Jerusalem, and I gave my c voice against them. throughout all the coasts of Judæa, 11 And I punished them oft in ev- and then to the Gentiles, that they ery synagogue, and compelled them should repent and turn to God, and to blaspheme; and being exceedingly do works meet for repentance. mad against them, I persecuted them 21 For these causes the Jews caught even unto a strange cities. me in the temple, and went about 12 Whereupon as I went to Damas- to a kill me. cus with authority and commission 22 Having therefore obtained help from the chief priests, of God, I continue unto this day, 13 At midday, O king, I saw in the witnessing both to small and great, way a a light from heaven, above saying none other things than those the brightness of the sun, shining which the a prophets and Moses did round about me and them which say should come: journeyed with me. 23 That Christ should a suffer, and 14 And when we were all fallen to that he should be the first that the earth, I heard a voice speaking should b rise from the dead, and unto me, and saying in the Hebrew should shew light unto the people, tongue, a Saul, Saul, why persecutest and to the Gentiles. thou me? it is hard for thee to kick 24 And as he thus spake for him- b against the pricks. self, Festus said with a loud voice, 15 And I said, Who art thou, Lord? Paul, thou art beside thyself; much And he said, I am Jesus whom thou learning doth make thee a mad. persecutest. 25 But he said, I am not mad, most 16 But rise, and stand upon thy noble Festus; but speak forth the feet: for I have a appeared unto words of truth and soberness. thee for this purpose, to make thee 26 For the king knoweth of these a minister and a b witness both of things, before whom also I speak these things which thou hast seen, freely: for I am persuaded that none and of those things in the which I of these things are hidden from will appear unto thee; him; for this thing was not done in 17 Delivering thee from the people, a corner. and from the Gentiles, unto whom 27 King Agrippa, believest thou now I a send thee, the prophets? I know that thou 18 To open their eyes, and to turn a believest. 8 a tg Resurrection. b tg Opposition. b tg Light [noun]. 9 a 1 Tim. 1:13. 16 a tg Jesus Christ, 19 a tg Disobedience. b tg Name. Appearances, b tg Vision. 10 a Acts 9:1, 13 (13–14), 21; Postmortal. 21 a Acts 21:31 (30–31). 22:4 (4–5). b Luke 1:2; 22 a Acts 28:23. b tg Martyrdom. John 1:14; 23 a tg Martyrdom. c gr vote. Acts 5:32; 9:15; 22:15; b tg Jesus Christ, 11 a gr foreign. D&C 14:8. Resurrection. 13 a JS—H 1:16. tg Conversion. 24 a JS—H 1:24 (24–25). 14 a Acts 9:4 (1–9); 17 a Acts 22:21. 27 a Alma 30:42 (41–42). 22:7 (6–16). 18 a tg Walking in Darkness. Acts 26:28–27:18 1412 28 Then Agrippa said unto Paul, many days, and scarce were come Almost thou a persuadest me to be over against Cnidus, the wind not a b Christian. suffering us, we sailed under Crete, 29 And Paul said, I would to God, over against Salmone; that not only thou, but also all that 8 And, hardly passing it, came hear me this day, were both almost, unto a place which is called The and altogether such as I am, except fair havens; nigh whereunto was these bonds. the city of Lasea. 30 And when he had thus spoken, 9 Now when much time was spent, the king rose up, and the governor, and when sailing was now danger- and Bernice, and they that sat with ous, because the a fast was now al- them: ready past, Paul admonished them, 31 And when they were gone aside, 10 And said unto them, Sirs, I per- they talked between themselves, ceive that this voyage will be with saying, This man doeth nothing hurt and much damage, not only worthy of a death or of bonds. of the lading and ship, but also of 32 Then said Agrippa unto Fes- our lives. tus, This man might have been set 11 Nevertheless the centurion be- at liberty, if he had not appealed lieved the master and the a owner unto a Cæsar. of the ship, more than those things which were spoken by Paul. Chapter 27 12 And because the haven was not commodious to winter in, the Paul, in a perilous voyage, travels toward more part advised to depart thence Rome—An angel comforts him—He uses also, if by any means they might at- the gift of seership—He is shipwrecked. tain to Phenice, and there to winter; And when it was determined that we which is an haven of Crete, and lieth should sail into Italy, they delivered toward the south west and north Paul and certain other prisoners west. unto one named Julius, a centurion 13 And when the south wind blew of Augustus’ band. softly, supposing that they had ob- 2 And entering into a ship of tained their purpose, loosing thence, Adramyttium, we launched, mean- they sailed close by Crete. ing to sail by the coasts of Asia; one 14 But not long after there arose a Aristarchus, a Macedonian of Thes- against it a tempestuous wind, called salonica, being with us. Euroclydon. 3 And the next day we touched at 15 And when the ship was caught, Sidon. And Julius courteously en- and could not bear up into the wind, treated Paul, and gave him liberty we let her drive. to go unto his friends to refresh 16 And running under a certain himself. island which is called Clauda, we 4 And when we had launched from had much work to come by the thence, we sailed under Cyprus, boat: because the winds were contrary. 17 Which when they had taken up, 5 And when we had sailed over they used helps, undergirding the the sea of Cilicia and Pamphylia, ship; and, fearing lest they should we came to Myra, a city of Lycia. fall into the quicksands, strake sail, 6 And there the centurion found and so were driven. a ship of Alexandria sailing into 18 And we being exceedingly Italy; and he put us therein. tossed with a tempest, the next day 7 And when we had sailed slowly they lightened the ship; 28 a tg Missionary Work. 32 a Acts 25:11. 9 a Lev. 23:27 (27, 29). b Acts 11:26. 27 2 a Acts 19:29; 20:4; tg Fast, Fasting. 31 a tg Capital Punishment. Col. 4:10. 11 a gr ship master, captain. 1413 Acts 27:19–44 19 And the third day we cast out 32 Then the soldiers cut off the with our own hands the tackling ropes of the boat, and let her fall off. of the ship. 33 And while the day was coming 20 And when neither sun nor stars on, Paul besought them all to take in many days appeared, and no meat, saying, This day is the four- small tempest lay on us, all hope teenth day that ye have tarried and that we should be saved was then continued a fasting, having taken taken away. nothing. 21 But after long abstinence Paul 34 Wherefore I pray you to take stood forth in the midst of them, some meat: for this is for your ahealth: and said, Sirs, ye should have heark­ for there shall not an hair fall from ened unto me, and not have loosed the head of any of you. from Crete, and to have gained this 35 And when he had thus spoken, harm and loss. he took bread, and gave thanks to 22 And now I exhort you to be of God in presence of them all: and good cheer: for there shall be no when he had broken it, he began loss of any man’s a life among you, to eat. but of the ship. 36 Then were they all of good cheer, 23 For there stood by me this night and they also took some meat. the a angel of God, whose I am, and 37 And we were in all in the ship whom I serve, two hundred threescore and six- 24 Saying, Fear not, Paul; thou must teen souls. be brought before Cæsar: and, lo, 38 And when they had eaten God hath given thee all them that enough, they lightened the ship, sail with thee. and cast out the wheat into the sea. 25 Wherefore, sirs, be of good 39 And when it was day, they knew cheer: for I believe God, that it shall not the land: but they discovered be even as it was told me. a certain a creek with a shore, into 26 Howbeit we must be cast upon the which they were minded, if it a certain island. were possible, to thrust in the ship. 27 But when the fourteenth night 40 And when they had a taken up was come, as we were driven up and the anchors, they committed them- down in aAdria, about midnight the selves unto the sea, and loosed the shipmen deemed that they drew rudder bands, and hoised up the near to some country; mainsail to the wind, and made 28 And sounded, and found it toward shore. twenty fathoms: and when they had 41 And falling into a place where gone a little further, they sounded two seas met, they ran the ship again, and found it fifteen fathoms. aground; and the forepart stuck fast, 29 Then fearing lest we should and remained unmoveable, but the have fallen upon rocks, they cast hinder part was broken with the four anchors out of the stern, and vio­lence of the waves. wished for the day. 42 And the soldiers’ counsel was to 30 And as the shipmen were about kill the prisoners, lest any of them to flee out of the ship, when they should swim out, and escape. had let down the boat into the sea, 43 But the centurion, willing to under colour as though they would save Paul, kept them from their have cast anchors out of the foreship, purpose; and commanded that they 31 Paul said to the centurion and which could swim should cast them- to the soldiers, Except these abide selves first into the sea, and get to land: in the ship, ye cannot be saved. 44 And the rest, some on boards, 22 a Acts 27:44. 33 a tg Fast, Fasting. (they left them in the 23 a tg Angels; 34 a tg Health. sea). Vision. 39 a gr bay. 27 a ie the Adriatic Sea. 40 a gr cut off anchors Acts 28:1–19 1414 and some on broken pieces of the also, which had diseases in the is- ship. And so it came to pass, that land, came, and were healed: they escaped all a safe to land. 10 Who also honoured us with many honours; and when we de- Chapter 28 parted, they laded us with such Paul is unharmed by a viper’s bite—He things as were necessary. heals the sick in Melita—He preaches 11 And after three months we de- in Rome, first to the Jews and then to parted in a ship of Alexandria, which had wintered in the isle, whose sign the Gentiles. was Castor and Pollux. And when they were escaped, then 12 And landing at Syracuse, we they knew that the island was called tarried there three days. Melita. 13 And from thence we a fetched 2 And the a barbarous people a compass, and came to Rhegium: shewed us no little b kindness: for and after one day the south wind they kindled a fire, and received us blew, and we came the next day to every one, because of the present Puteoli: rain, and because of the cold. 14 Where we found brethren, and 3 And when Paul had gathered a were desired to tarry with them bundle of sticks, and laid them on seven days: and so we went toward the fire, there came a a viper out of Rome. the heat, and fastened on his hand. 15 And from thence, when the 4 And when the barbarians saw the brethren heard of us, they came to venomous beast hang on his hand, meet us as far as Appii forum, and they said among themselves, No The three taverns: whom when Paul doubt this man is a murderer, whom, saw, he a thanked God, and took though he hath escaped the sea, yet b courage. vengeance suffereth not to live. 16 And when we came to Rome, the 5 And he shook off the beast into centurion delivered the prisoners to the fire, and felt no a harm. the captain of the guard: but Paul 6 Howbeit they looked when he was suffered to dwell by himself should have swollen, or fallen down with a soldier that kept him. dead suddenly: but after they had 17 And it came to pass, that after looked a great while, and saw no three days Paul called the chief of harm come to him, they changed the Jews together: and when they their minds, and said that he was were come together, he said unto a a god. them, Men and brethren, though I 7 In the same quarters were posses- have committed nothing against the sions of the chief man of the island, people, or customs of our fathers, yet whose name was Publius; who re- was I delivered prisoner from Jeru- ceived us, and lodged us three days salem into the hands of the Romans. a courteously. 18 Who, when they had examined 8 And it came to pass, that the me, would have let me go, because father of Publius lay a sick of a fever there was no cause of death in me. and of a b bloody flux: to whom Paul 19 But when the Jews spake against entered in, and prayed, and laid it, I was constrained to appeal unto his c hands on him, and healed him. Cæsar; not that I had ought to ac- 9 So when this was done, others cuse my nation of. 44 a Acts 27:22. 5 a Luke 10:19. Hands, Laying on of. 28 2 a Rom. 1:14. 6 a Acts 14:11 (8–11). 13 a gr went around, took a b tg Hospitality. 7 a tg Courtesy. circuitous course. 3 a Mark 16:18; 8 a tg Sickness. 15 a tg Thanksgiving. D&C 24:13; b gr dysentery. b tg Courage. 84:72 (71–72); c tg Administrations 124:99 (98–100). to the Sick; 1415 Acts 28:20–Romans 1:1 20 For this cause therefore have by Esaias the prophet unto our I called for you, to see you, and to fathers, speak with you: because that for 26 Saying, Go unto this people, and the a hope of Israel I am bound with say, Hearing ye shall hear, and shall this chain. not understand; and seeing ye shall 21 And they said unto him, We nei­ see, and not a perceive: ther received letters out of Judæa 27 For the a heart of this people is concerning thee, neither any of the waxed gross, and their ears are dull brethren that came shewed or spake of hearing, and their beyes have they any harm of thee. closed; lest they should see with their 22 But we desire to hear of thee eyes, and hear with their ears, and what thou thinkest: for as concern­ understand with their heart, and ing this sect, we know that every should be converted, and I should where it is spoken against. heal them. 23 And when they had appointed 28 Be it known therefore unto you, him a day, there came many to that the salvation of God is sent him into his lodging; to whom he unto the a Gentiles, and that they a expounded and testified the king­ will hear it. dom of God, persuading them con­ 29 And when he had said these cerning Jesus, both out of the law words, the Jews departed, and had of Moses, and out of the b prophets, great reasoning among themselves. from morning till evening. 30 And Paul dwelt two whole years 24 And some believed the things in his own hired house, and received which were spoken, and some a be­ all that came in unto him, lieved not. 31 Preaching the kingdom of 25 And when they agreed not God, and teaching those things among themselves, they departed, which concern the Lord Jesus Christ, after that Paul had spoken one with all confidence, no man forbid­ word, Well a spake the Holy Ghost ding him. The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Romans Chapter 1 tion, and other sins if the guilty do not The gospel is the power of God unto repent. salvation through Jesus Christ—The wrath of God rests on those guilty of murder, homosexual practices, fornica­ 20 a Acts 23:6. P 25 a tg Holy Ghost, aul, a a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an b apostle, c sepa­ rated unto the gospel of God, [Romans] tg Hope. Mission of. 1 1 a tg Servant. 23 a D&C 68:1. 26 a Isa. 6:9. b 1 Cor. 4:9 (1–21); b Acts 3:18 (18–21); 27 a tg Hardheartedness. D&C 18:9. 24:14; 26:22; b tg Spiritual Blindness. c gr set apart. Alma 18:36. 28 a Acts 13:46. tg Setting Apart. 24 a tg Unbelief. Romans 1:2–20 1416 2 (Which he had promised afore by impart unto you some spiritual agift, his prophets in the holy scriptures,) to the end ye may be established; 3 Concerning his Son aJesus Christ 12 That is, that I may be acomforted our Lord, which was made of the together with you by the mutual b seed of c David according to the faith both of you and me. flesh; 13 Now I would not have you ig- 4 And a declared to be the b Son of norant, brethren, that oftentimes God with c power, according to the I purposed to come unto you, (but spirit of holiness, by the resurrec- was a let hitherto,) that I might have tion d from the dead: some b fruit among you also, even as 5 By whom we have received agrace among other Gentiles. and apostleship, b for c obedience to 14 I am debtor both to the Greeks, the faith among all nations, for his and to the a Barbarians; both to the name: wise, and to the unwise. 6 Among whom are ye also the 15 So, as much as in me is, I am called of Jesus Christ: a ready to preach the gospel to you 7 To all that be in Rome, beloved that are at Rome also. of God, called to be a saints: Grace to 16 For I am not a ashamed of the you and peace from God our Father, b gospel of Christ: for it is the c power and the Lord Jesus Christ. of God unto d salvation to every one 8 First, I thank my God through that believeth; to the Jew first, and Jesus Christ for you all, that your also to the Greek. a faith is b spoken of throughout the 17 For therein is the a righteous- whole world. ness of God revealed b from faith to 9 For God is my witness, whom I faith: as it is written, The just shall serve with my spirit in the gospel live by c faith. of his Son, that without ceasing 18 For the awrath of God is revealed I make mention of you always in from heaven against all ungodliness my prayers; and unrighteousness of men, b who 10 Making request, if by any means c hold the truth in d unrighteousness; now at length I might have a pros- 19 Because that which may be perous journey by the will of God known of God is manifest a in them; to come unto you. for God hath shewed it unto them. 11 For I long to see you, that I may 20 For the a invisible things of him 3 a The Greek text omits 8 a Rom. 16:19. tg Jesus Christ, Power of. the name and title at b gr proclaimed. d 1 Cor. 15:2. this point. 11 a D&C 46:11 (8–32). tg Salvation. b tg Jesus Christ, Birth of. 12 a tg Sustaining Church 17 a Ps. 4:1; c tg Jesus Christ, Davidic Leaders. 2 Cor. 5:21. Descent of. 13 a gr hindered, restrained, tg God, the Standard of 4 a gr appointed, decreed, prevented. Righteousness. set forth. Rom. 15:22. b jst Rom. 1:17 . . . through b D&C 10:57; 11:28; b D&C 111:2 (2–11). faith on his name; as it is 14:9; 45:52. 14 a Acts 28:2. written . . . c tg Jesus Christ, Power of. 15 a tg Commitment. c tg Faith. d gr from the dead of 16 a Ps. 119:46; 18 a tg God, Indignation of. Jesus Christ our Lord. Matt. 10:33 (32–33); b jst Rom. 1:18 . . . who 5 a tg Grace. 2 Tim. 1:12; love not the truth, b jst Rom. 1:5–6 . . . 2:12 (10–15); but remain in through obedience, and 2 Ne. 31:14 (12–21); unrighteousness, faith in his name, to D&C 101:5 (1–5). c ie restrain the truth by preach the gospel among tg Loyalty; unrighteousness. all nations; among Shame. d tg Unrighteous whom ye also are called b tg Gospel. Dominion. of Jesus Christ; c 1 Cor. 1:18; 19 a gr among, within. c tg Obedience. 1 Pet. 1:5; 20 a Acts 14:17. 7 a tg Saints. D&C 68:4. 1417 Romans 1:21–2:2 from the creation of the world are 28 And even as they did not like clearly seen, being understood by to a retain God in their knowledge, the things that are made, even his God b gave them over to a c reprobate b eternal c power and Godhead; so mind, to do those things which are that they are without excuse: not convenient; 21 Because that, when they knew 29 Being filled with all unrigh- God, they glorified him not as God, teousness, fornication, a wickedness, neither were a thankful; but became covetousness, b maliciousness; full b vain in their imaginations, and of envy, murder, c debate, d deceit, their c foolish heart was d darkened. malignity; whisperers, 22 Professing themselves to be 30 a Backbiters, haters of God, b de- a wise, they became fools, spiteful, c proud, d boasters, inven- 23 And changed the glory of the tors of evil things, e disobedient to a uncorruptible God into an b image parents, made like to c corruptible man, and 31 Without a understanding, cov- to birds, and fourfooted beasts, and enantbreakers, without natural creeping things. affection, implacable, unmerciful: 24 Wherefore God also a gave them 32 Who knowing the judgment of up to b uncleanness through the God, that they which commit such lusts of their own hearts, to dis- things are worthy of adeath, not only honour their own bodies between do the same, but b have c pleasure in themselves: them that do them. 25 Who changed the truth of God into a lie, and worshipped and served Chapter 2 the creature more than the Creator, God will render to every person accord- who is blessed for ever. Amen. ing to his or her deeds—Both Jews and 26 For this cause God a gave them Gentiles will be judged by gospel laws. up unto b vile c affections: for even their d women did change the nat- Therefore thou art inexcusable, ural use into that which is against O man, whosoever thou art that nature: judgest: for wherein thou a judgest 27 And likewise also the men, leav- another, thou condemnest thyself; ing the natural use of the woman, for thou that judgest doest the same burned in their a lust one toward an- things. other; men with men working that 2 But we a are sure that the b judg- which is unseemly, and receiving ment of God is according to truth in themselves that recompence of against them which commit such their error which was meet. things. 20 b tg God, Eternal b tg Uncleanness. d tg Deceit. Nature of. 26 a gr abandoned, 30 a gr Slanderers. c tg Jesus Christ, Power of. delivered. tg Backbiting. 21 a tg Ingratitude. b gr sufferings, passions b gr violent, overbearing. b gr corrupt in of dishonor. c tg Pride. their reasonings, 2 Tim. 3:3. d tg Boast; deliberations. c Judg. 19:22. Haughtiness. 2 Kgs. 17:15. d tg Woman. e tg Disobedience; c Isa. 44:20; 27 a tg Homosexual Family, Children, Hosea 4:12. Behavior; Duties of. d tg Darkness, Spiritual. Lust. 31 a tg Understanding. 22 a 2 Ne. 9:28. 28 a gr discern, choose. 32 a tg Capital Punishment. tg Learn. b Ps. 81:12. b gr approve of them, 23 a gr incorruptible, c gr worthless, unable to sympathize with them. immortal. stand test. c Jer. 5:31. b Ex. 32:4. 29 a tg Wickedness. 2 1 a tg Judgment. c gr (also) perishable. b tg Malice. 2 a gr know. 24 a Acts 7:42. c gr strife, discord. b tg Judgment, the Last. Romans 2:3–22 1418 3 And thinkest thou this, O man, sinned in the law shall be judged by that a judgest them which do such the law; things, and doest the same, that 13 (For not the hearers of the law thou shalt escape the b judgment are just before God, but the a doers of God? of the law shall be b justified. 4 Or despisest thou the a riches of 14 For when the Gentiles, which his b goodness and c forbearance and have not the law, do by nature the longsuffering; not knowing that the things contained in the law, these, goodness of God leadeth thee to re- having not the law, are a law unto pentance? themselves: 5 But a after thy b hardness and im- 15 a Which shew the work of the penitent heart treasurest up unto b law written in their hearts, their thyself wrath against the day of c conscience also bearing d witness, wrath and revelation of the righ- and their thoughts the mean while teous judgment of God; accusing or else excusing one an- 6 Who will a render to every man other;) b according to his c deeds: 16 In the day when God shall ajudge 7 To them who by apatient bcontinu­ the secrets of men by Jesus Christ ance in well doing seek for glory according to my b gospel. and honour and c immortality, eter- 17 Behold, thou art called a Jew, nal life: and restest in the law, and makest 8 But unto them that are a conten- thy boast of God, tious, and do not b obey the truth, 18 And knowest his will, and ap- but obey unrighteousness, c indig- provest the things that are more nation and wrath, excellent, being instructed out of 9 a Tribulation and b anguish, upon the law; every soul of man that doeth evil, 19 And art confident that thou of the Jew first, and also of the thyself art a guide of the blind, a c Gentile; light of them which are in darkness, 10 But glory, honour, and a peace, 20 An instructor of the foolish, a to every man that b worketh good, teacher of babes, which hast the to the Jew first, and also to the a form of knowledge and of the truth c Gentile: in the law. 11 For there is no a respect of b per- 21 Thou therefore which teachest sons with God. another, a teachest thou not thyself? 12 For as many as have sinned thou that b preachest a man should without a law shall also perish not c steal, dost thou steal? without law: and as many as have 22 Thou that sayest a man should 3 a Ezek. 16:52. b tg Disobedience. 13 a tg Good Works. b D&C 10:28. c tg God, Indignation of. b Acts 13:39 (26–41). tg Judgment, the Last. 9 a Ps. 32:10. 15 a gr Who. 4 a tg Treasure. b tg Sorrow. b Jer. 31:33 (31–34); b Mosiah 4:20 (19–20). c gr Greek. D&C 84:46 (44–47). c tg Forbear. 10 a tg Peace of God. c 2 Ne. 32:5. 5 a gr in accordance with. b tg Work, Value of. tg Conscience. b tg Hardheartedness; c gr Greek. d D&C 6:23 (22–23). Stiffnecked. 11 a gr partiality. 16 a 1 Cor. 4:5. 6 a gr give back, Deut. 10:17; tg Jesus Christ, Judge. recompense, restore. Acts 10:34; b tg Gospel. b tg Accountability. Rom. 10:12 (12–13); 20 a gr system, appearance. c Rom. 11:6 (5–6). Hel. 3:28 (27–30). 2 Tim. 3:5. tg Good Works. tg God, Access to. 21 a tg Hypocrisy. 7 a tg Patience. b 1 Ne. 17:35 (35–40); b 1 Cor. 9:14 (13–14); b D&C 67:13. 2 Ne. 26:33 (23–33). Alma 39:11 (11–12). tg Perseverance. 12 a Luke 12:48. c tg Stealing. c tg Immortality. tg Accountability; 8 a tg Contention. Law of Moses. 1419 Romans 2:23–3:13 not commit a adultery, dost thou 2 Much every way: chiefly, because commit adultery ? thou that ab- that unto them were committed the horrest idols, dost thou b commit a oracles of God. c sacrilege? 3 For what if some did not believe? 23 Thou that makest thy boast of shall their a unbelief make the faith the law, through breaking the law of God without effect? dishonourest thou God? 4 a God forbid: yea, let God be true, 24 For the name of God is a blas- but every man a bliar; as it is written, phemed among the Gentiles through That thou mightest be c justified in you, as it is written. thy sayings, and mightest overcome 25 For a circumcision verily prof- when thou art judged. iteth, if thou keep the law: but if 5 aBut if our unrighteousness bcom- thou be a breaker of the law, thy cir- mend the righteousness of God, what cumcision is made uncircumcision. shall we say ? Is God c unrighteous 26 Therefore if the uncircumci- who taketh vengeance? (I speak as sion keep the righteousness of the a man) law, shall not his uncircumcision be 6 a God forbid: for then how shall counted for circumcision? God b judge the world? 27 And shall not uncircumcision 7 For if the truth of God hath more which is by nature, if it fulfil the abounded a through my lie unto his law, judge thee, who by the letter glory; why yet am I also judged as and circumcision dost transgress a sinner? the law? 8 And not rather, (as we be slander- 28 For he is not a Jew, which is one ously reported, and as some affirm outwardly; neither is that circumci- that we say,) Let us do evil, that sion, which is outward in the flesh: good may come? whose a damnation 29 But he is a Jew, which is one is just. inwardly; and a circumcision is that 9 What then? are we better than of the heart, in the b spirit, and not they? No, in no wise: for we have be- in the letter; whose praise is not of fore proved both Jews and Gentiles, men, but of God. that they are all under sin; 10 As it is written, There is a none Chapter 3 b righteous, no, not one: Man is not justified by the law of Mo- 11 There is none that understand- ses—He is justified through righteous- eth, there is none that seeketh ness, which comes through faith in after God. Christ, made possible through Christ’s 12 They are all gone out of the atoning sacrifice. a way, they are together become b un- profitable; there is none that doeth a What b advantage then hath the c good, no, not one. Jew? or what profit is there of c cir- 13 Their a throat is an open sepul- cumcision? chre; with their tongues they have 22 a tg Adulterer. the heart? But he who is a c 2 Ne. 26:7; b gr rob shrines, temples. Jew from the heart, I say Alma 42:1 (1, 13–25). c tg Sacrilege. hath much every way . . . 6 a gr May it not be! 24 a tg Blaspheme. b gr preeminence. b tg Jesus Christ, Judge. 25 a Gal. 5:3. c tg Circumcision. 7 a gr in, by, because of. tg Circumcision. 2 a Acts 7:38; 8 a tg Damnation. 29 a Acts 7:51; 2 Ne. 9:33. 2 Ne. 29:4 (4–6). 10 a Ps. 14:2–3; 53:1 (1–3). tg Circumcision. 3 a 1 Ne. 8:28 (26–28). b tg Man, Natural, Not b Rom. 7:6. 4 a gr May it not be! Spiritually Reborn. 3 1 a jst Rom. 3:1–2 What b Alma 30:42 (37–42). 12 a D&C 82:6. advantage then hath the c Ps. 51:4. b Luke 17:10 (7–10); Jew over the Gentile? or 5 a jst Rom. 3:5–8 Mosiah 2:21 (20–21). what profit of circumci- (Appendix). c D&C 33:4; 35:12. sion, who is not a Jew from b gr recommend. 13 a Ps. 5:9. Romans 3:14–4:3 1420 used deceit; the b poison of asps is his c blood, to declare his righteous- under their lips: ness for the d remission of sins that 14 Whose mouth is full of cursing are past, through the e forbearance and a bitterness: of God; 15 Their feet are swift to a shed 26 To declare, I say, at this time blood: his righteousness: that he might be 16 Destruction and a misery are in a just, and the justifier of him which their ways: believeth in Jesus. 17 And the way of a peace have 27 Where is a boasting then? It is they not known: excluded. By what law? of works? 18 There is no a fear of God before Nay: but by the law of faith. their eyes. 28 Therefore we conclude that a 19 Now we know that what things man is a justified by b faith c without soever the law saith, it saith to them the deeds of the law. who are under the law: that every 29 Is he the a God of the Jews only ? a mouth may be stopped, and all is he not also of the Gentiles? Yes, the world may become b guilty be- of the b Gentiles also: fore God. 30 Seeing it is a one God, which 20 Therefore by the a deeds of the shall justify the b circumcision by b law there shall no flesh be c justi- faith, and uncircumcision through fied in his sight: for d by the law is faith. the knowledge of sin. 31 Do we then make void the law 21 But now the a righteousness of through faith? a God forbid: b yea, God b without the law is manifested, we establish the law. being witnessed by the law and the prophets; Chapter 4 22 Even the righteousness of God Abraham’s faith was accounted to him which is by faith of Jesus Christ unto for righteousness—Man is justified by all and upon all them that believe: faith, righteous works, and grace. for there is no difference: 23 For all have a sinned, and come What shall we say then that Abra- short of the glory of God; ham our father, as pertaining to the 24 a Being b justified freely by his flesh, hath found? c grace through the dredemption that 2 a For if Abraham were justified is in Christ Jesus: by works, he hath b whereof to glory; 25 Whom God hath a set forth to but not before God. be a b propitiation through faith in 3 For what saith the scripture? 13 b Ps. 140:3 (1–13). 1 Ne. 10:6. e tg Forbear. 14 a Alma 41:11; tg Man, Natural, Not 26 a tg God, Justice of. Morm. 8:31. Spiritually Reborn; 27 a Alma 26:36 (10–12, 36); 15 a Isa. 59:7 (7–8). Sin. D&C 3:4; 84:73. 16 a Mosiah 3:25; 24 a jst Rom. 3:24 Therefore 28 a tg Justification. Morm. 8:38. being justified only by b tg Faith. 17 a 1 Ne. 20:22 (18–22). his grace . . . c gr apart from, without 18 a D&C 10:56 (55–56). b D&C 20:30. intervention of. 19 a Ezek. 16:63. c tg Grace. 29 a 2 Ne. 30:2 (1–2). b tg Guilt. d tg Jesus Christ, b tg Gentiles. 20 a 2 Ne. 25:23. Redeemer. 30 a 1 Tim. 2:5; b tg Law of Moses. 25 a gr purposed, designed D&C 121:28. c 2 Ne. 2:5 (5–8). beforehand. b tg Circumcision. d gr through. b gr mercy seat. 31 a gr May it not be! 21 a tg God, the Standard of tg Jesus Christ, b gr but. Righteousness. Atonement through; 4 2 a jst Rom. 4:2–5 b gr apart from, without Redemption. (Appendix). intervention of. c tg Blood, Symbolism of. b gr ground, reason for 23 a Prov. 20:9; d tg Remission of Sins. boasting. 1421 Romans 4:4–22 Abraham a believed God, and it was be the a heir of the world, was not to counted unto him for brighteousness. Abraham, or to his b seed, through 4 Now to him that worketh is the the law, but through the righteous- a reward not b reckoned of grace, ness of faith. but of debt. 14 For if they which are of the law 5 But to him that worketh not, but be heirs, faith is made void, and the believeth on him that justifieth the promise made of none effect: ungodly, his faith is counted for 15 Because the law worketh wrath: righteousness. for where no a law is, there is no 6 Even as David also describeth b transgression. the blessedness of the man, unto 16 a Therefore it is of faith, that whom God imputeth righteousness it might be by b grace; to the end the without works, promise might be sure to all the 7 Saying, a Blessed are they whose seed; not to that only which is of iniquities are forgiven, and whose the law, but to that also which is sins are covered. of the c faith of Abraham; who is the 8 Blessed is the man to whom the d father of us all, Lord will not impute sin. 17 (As it is written, I have made 9 Cometh this blessedness then thee a father of many nations,) be- upon the circumcision only, or upon fore him whom he believed, even the uncircumcision also? for we say God, who a quickeneth the dead, that faith was reckoned to Abraham and calleth those things which be for righteousness. not as though they were. 10 How was it then reckoned? when 18 Who against hope believed in he was in circumcision, or in uncir- a hope, that he might become the cumcision? Not in circumcision, but father of many b nations, according in uncircumcision. to that which was spoken, So shall 11 And he received the a sign of thy c seed be. b circumcision, a seal of the righ- 19 And being not weak in faith, teousness of the faith which he had he considered not his own body yet being uncircumcised: that he now dead, when he was about an might be the c father of all them that hundred years a old, neither yet the believe, though they be not circum- deadness of Sara’s womb: cised; that righteousness might be 20 He a staggered not at the prom- imputed unto them also: ise of God through unbelief; but 12 And the father of circumcision was strong in faith, giving glory to them who are not of the circum- to God; cision only, but who also a walk in 21 And being fully persuaded that, the steps of that faith of our father what he had a promised, he was able Abraham, which he had being yet also to perform. uncircumcised. 22 And therefore it was imputed 13 For the promise, that he should to him for righteousness. 3 a See jst Gen. 15:9–12 15 a Rom. 5:13; father of us all, (Appendix). 2 Ne. 9:25; b tg Grace. tg Faith. Alma 42:17 (12–24). c tg Faith. b tg Righteousness. b tg Transgress. d tg Family, Patriarchal. 4 a gr wage, hire. 16 a jst Rom. 4:16 Therefore 17 a tg God, Power of; b gr considered a favor ye are justified of faith Resurrection. but as his due. and works, through 18 a tg Hope. 7 a Ps. 32:1. grace, to the end the b tg Nations. 11 a tg Signs. promise might be sure c tg Seed of Abraham. b tg Circumcision. to all the seed; not to 19 a tg Old Age. c Abr. 2:10. them only who are of 20 a gr doubted, hesitated. 12 a tg Walking with God. the law, but to them 21 a Gen. 18:14; 13 a tg Birthright. also who are of the faith Luke 1:37. b tg Seed of Abraham. of Abraham; who is the tg Promise. Romans 4:23–5:18 1422 23 Now it was not written for his 9 Much more then, being now sake alone, that it was imputed to a justified by his b blood, we shall him; be saved from wrath through him. 24 But for a us also, to whom it 10 For if, when we were enemies, shall be imputed, if we believe on we were a reconciled to God by the him that raised up Jesus our Lord b death of his Son, much more, be- from the dead; ing reconciled, we shall be saved 25 Who was delivered for our a of- by his life. fences, and was raised again for our 11 And not only so, but we also b justification. joy in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom we have now re- Chapter 5 ceived the a atonement. 12 Wherefore, as by one man a sin Man is justified through the blood of entered into the world, and b death Christ—Adam fell, and Christ atoned by sin; and so c death passed upon that man might be saved. all men, for that all have d sinned: Therefore being a justified by 13 (For until the law sin was in b faith, we have c peace with God the world: but a sin is not imputed through our Lord Jesus Christ: when there is no b law. 2 By whom also we have access by 14 Nevertheless death reigned from a faith into this grace wherein we Adam to Moses, even over them that stand, and rejoice in hope of the had not sinned after the similitude glory of God. of Adam’s a transgression, who is the 3 And not only so, but we glory b figure of him that was to come. in a tribulations also: knowing that 15 But not as the offence, so also b tribulation worketh c patience; is the free gift. For if through the 4 And patience, experience; and offence of one many be dead, much experience, hope: more the grace of God, and the gift 5 And a hope maketh not ashamed; by grace, which is by a one man, because the b love of God is shed Jesus Christ, hath abounded unto abroad in our hearts by the Holy many. Ghost which is given unto us. 16 And not as it was by one that 6 For when we were yet without sinned, so is the gift: for the judg- a strength, in due time Christ died ment was by one to condemnation, for the ungodly. but the free gift is of many offences 7 For scarcely for a righteous man unto justification. will one die: yet peradventure for 17 For if by one man’s offence death a good man some would even dare reigned by one; much more they to die. which receive abundance of a grace 8 But God commendeth his love and of the gift of righteousness shall toward us, in that, while we were reign in life by one, Jesus Christ.) yet a sinners, b Christ died for us. 18 Therefore as by the offence of 24 a 3 Ne. 20:25 (24–27). 8 a Mosiah 4:11. 12 a Gen. 3:6. 25 a Isa. 53:5; Mark 10:45. b tg Salvation, Plan of. tg Fall of Man; Sin. b tg Justification. 9 a tg Jesus Christ, b 1 Cor. 15:21. 5 1 a tg Justification. Atonement through. c tg Death. b tg Faith. b tg Blood, Symbolism of. d tg Man, Natural, Not c tg Peace of God. 10 a tg Jesus Christ, Spiritually Reborn. 2 a Gal. 5:5 (5–6). Redeemer; 13 a tg Sin. 3 a 2 Cor. 4:17. Reconciliation. b Rom. 4:15; 2 Ne. 9:25; b tg Tribulation. b tg Jesus Christ, Death of. Alma 42:17 (12–24). c tg Patience. 11 a gr reconciliation, 14 a tg Transgress. 5 a Ps. 119:116. restoration to favor. b gr type, pattern. tg Hope. tg Jesus Christ, 1 Cor. 15:45. b tg Love. Atonement through; 15 a 2 Cor. 5:14. 6 a tg Strength. Redemption. 17 a tg Grace. 1423 Romans 5:19–6:15 one judgment came upon all men to 5 For if we have been planted to- condemnation; even so by the a righ- gether in the a likeness of his b death, teousness of one the free gift came we shall be also in the likeness of his upon all men unto b justification c resurrection: of life. 6 Knowing this, that our a old man 19 For as by one man’s a disobedi- is crucified with him, that the b body ence many were made sinners, so of sin might be c destroyed, that by the bobedience of one shall many henceforth we should not serve be made righteous. d sin. 20 Moreover the law entered, that 7 For he that is a dead is b freed the offence might abound. But from sin. where sin abounded, grace did much 8 Now if we be a dead with Christ, more abound: we believe that we shall also live 21 That as sin hath reigned unto with him: death, even so might grace reign 9 Knowing that Christ being araised through a righteousness unto b eter- from the dead dieth no more; nal life by Jesus Christ our Lord. death hath no more dominion over him. Chapter 6 10 For in that he died, he died unto Baptism is in similitude of the death, a sin b once: but in that he liveth, he burial, and resurrection of Christ—The liveth unto God. wages of sin is death—Christ brings 11 Likewise reckon ye also your- eternal life. selves to be dead indeed unto sin, but a alive unto God through Jesus What shall we say then? Shall we Christ our Lord. continue in sin, that a grace may 12 Let not sin therefore reign in abound? your a mortal body, that ye should 2 a God forbid. How shall we, that obey it in the b lusts thereof. are dead to b sin, live any longer 13 Neither ayield ye your bmembers therein? as c instruments of unrighteousness 3 Know ye not, that so many of us unto sin: but d yield yourselves unto as were a baptized into Jesus Christ God, as those that are alive from were baptized into his death? the dead, and your members as in- 4 Therefore we are a buried with struments of e righteousness unto him by b baptism into death: that God. like as Christ was raised up from 14 a For sin shall not have b domin- the c dead by the glory of the Father, ion over you: for ye are not under even so we also should d walk in the law, but under grace. e newness of life. 15 What then? shall we sin, because 18 a tg Righteousness. Man, New, Spiritually Death of. b tg Justification. Reborn. 9 a tg Jesus Christ, 19 a tg Disobedience. 5 a tg Jesus Christ, Types Resurrection. b tg Obedience. of, in Memory. 10 a Heb. 9:28. 21 a tg Righteousness. b Col. 2:20; 3:3; b Heb. 7:27; 10:10. b tg Eternal Life. 2 Tim. 2:11. 11 a Gal. 2:19. 6 1 a D&C 20:32 (29–34). c tg Resurrection. 12 a tg Mortality. 2 a gr May it not be! 6 a Eph. 4:22 (22–24); b tg Lust. b Mosiah 2:41. Col. 3:9. 13 a 2 Ne. 4:27 (27–28). 3 a Mosiah 27:25. b Col. 2:11. b Col. 3:5. 4 a tg Baptism, Immersion. c gr brought to an end, c gr weapons. b tg Baptism. freed. d Mosiah 3:19; c tg Jesus Christ, d Moro. 10:32 (32–33). Hel. 3:35. Death of. 7 a jst Rom. 6:7 . . . dead to e tg Righteousness. d tg Walking with God. sin . . . 14 a jst Rom. 6:14 For in so e tg Baptism, b gr acquitted, cleared. doing sin . . . Qualifications for; 8 a tg Jesus Christ, b 2 Ne. 2:29 (26–29). Romans 6:16–7:8 1424 we are not under the law, but under to them that know the law,) how a grace? b God forbid. that the a law hath dominion over 16 Know ye not, that to whom ye a man as long as he liveth? yield yourselves a servants to obey, 2 For the a woman which hath an his servants ye are to whom ye b husband is bound by the law to her b obey; whether of sin unto death, husband so long as he liveth; but if or of obedience unto righteousness? the husband be dead, she is loosed 17 But God be thanked, that ye from the law of her husband. were the servants of sin, but ye have 3 So then if, while her husband liv- a obeyed from the heart that form of eth, she be married to another man, doctrine which was delivered you. she shall be called an adulteress: 18 Being then made a free from but if her husband be dead, she is b sin, ye became the servants of free from that law; so that she is no righteousness. adulteress, though she be married 19 I speak after the manner of men to another man. because of the infirmity of your 4 Wherefore, my brethren, ye also flesh: for as ye have yielded your are become a dead to the b law by members servants to uncleanness the body of Christ; that ye should and to iniquity unto iniquity; even be married to another, even to him so now yield your members servants who is raised from the dead, that to righteousness unto holiness. we should bring forth fruit unto 20 For when ye were the servants of God. sin, ye were afree from righteousness. 5 a For when we were in the flesh, 21 What afruit had ye then in those the b motions of sins, which were by things whereof ye are now ashamed? the law, did work in our members for the end of those things is death. to bring forth fruit unto c death. 22 But now being made a free from 6 But now we are a delivered from sin, and become servants to God, ye the law, that being b dead wherein have your b fruit unto c holiness, and we were held; that we should serve the end everlasting life. in newness of c spirit, and not in the 23 For the a wages of b sin is c death; oldness of the letter. but the d gift of God is e eternal life 7 What shall we say then? Is the through Jesus Christ our Lord. law sin? a God forbid. Nay, I had not known sin, but by the b law: for I had Chapter 7 not known c lust, except the law had The law of Moses is fulfilled in Christ— said, Thou shalt not d covet. Paul delights in the law of God after 8 But sin, taking occasion by the commandment, wrought in me all the inward man. manner of concupiscence. For with- Know ye not, brethren, (for I speak out the a law sin was dead. 15 a tg Grace. b gr benefit, reward. (Appendix). b gr May it not be! c tg Sanctification. b gr sufferings, 16 a John 8:34. 23 a tg Wages. afflictions. b Alma 3:27 (26–27); b tg Sin. c 2 Ne. 2:5 (4–10); 25:23; 34:34 (33–36); c tg Death; Alma 42:14 (12–16). Hel. 14:31 (29–31). Death, Spiritual, First. 6 a gr released, freed from. tg Obedience. d tg God, Gifts of. b 2 Cor. 5:17. 17 a tg Commitment. e tg Eternal Life. c Rom. 2:29 (28–29). 18 a Mosiah 5:8 (7–8). 7 1 a Mosiah 13:30 (29–32). 7 a gr May it not be! tg Remission of Sins. 2 a tg Marriage, Wives. b D&C 82:3 (3–4). b tg Bondage, Spiritual; b tg Marriage, Marry. tg Law of Moses. Sin. 4 a Gal. 2:19; c tg Lust. 20 a gr unrestricted by. 2 Ne. 25:25 (24–27); d gr lust for, set the heart 21 a gr benefit, reward. D&C 74:5 (2–6). upon. 22 a Rom. 8:2 (1–4); b Mosiah 13:28 (27–29). tg Covet. Rev. 2:17 (17, 26). 5 a jst Rom. 7:5–27 8 a Alma 42:17 (14–24). 1425 Romans 7:9–8:4 9 For I was alive without the law I would do good, evil is a present once: but when the commandment with me. came, sin revived, and I died. 22 For I a delight in the law of God 10 And the commandment, which after the inward man: was ordained to life, I found to be 23 But I see another law in my unto a death. members, a warring against the law 11 For sin, a taking occasion by the of my mind, and bringing me into commandment, deceived me, and b captivity to the law of sin which by it slew me. is in my members. 12 Wherefore the law is holy, and 24 O awretched man that I am! who the commandment holy, and just, shall deliver me from the body of and good. this death? 13 Was then that which is good 25 I thank God through Jesus Christ made death unto me? a God forbid. our Lord. So then with the mind I But sin, that it might appear sin, myself serve the law of God; but working death in me by that which is with the flesh the law of sin. good; that sin by the commandment might become exceeding sinful. Chapter 8 14 For we know that the a law is spiritual: but I am b carnal, c sold The law of Christ brings life and peace— under sin. Those adopted as children of God be- 15 a For b that which I do I c allow come joint heirs with Christ—God’s elect not: for what I d would, that do I not; are foreordained to eternal life—Christ but what I hate, that do I. makes intercession for man. 16 If then I do that which I a would There is therefore now no condem- not, I consent unto the law that it nation to them which are in Christ is good. Jesus, who awalk not after the bflesh, 17 Now then it is no more I that but after the c Spirit. a do it, but sin that dwelleth in me. 2 For the law of the Spirit of life 18 For I know that in me (that is, in Christ Jesus hath made me a free in my a flesh,) b dwelleth no good from the law of sin and death. thing: for to will is present with me; 3 For what the law could not do, but how to c perform that which is in that it was a weak through the good I find not. flesh, God sending his own Son 19 For the a good that I b would I in the likeness of sinful b flesh, do not: but the evil which I would and for sin, condemned sin in the not, that I do. flesh: 20 Now if I do a that I would not, it 4 That the righteousness of the is no more I that do it, but sin that law might be fulfilled in us, who dwelleth in me. walk not after the flesh, but after 21 I find then a law, that, when the a Spirit. 10 a 2 Cor. 3:7. design. 24 a 2 Ne. 4:17. 11 a gr having taken 17 a gr produce, work. tg Sorrow. opportunity. 18 a tg Man, Natural, Not 8 1 a tg Walking with God. 13 a gr May it not be! Spiritually Reborn. b tg Trust Not in the 14 a D&C 29:34. b Alma 22:15. Arm of Flesh. b tg Carnal Mind. c 2 Ne. 4:19 (17–20, 26). c Alma 13:12 (12, 28); c gr devoted to, a slave to. 19 a tg Opposition. D&C 11:12 (12–13). 15 a jst Rom. 7:15–17 b gr intend, choose. 2 a Rom. 6:22 (11–22); (Appendix). 20 a gr what I do not intend, 2 Cor. 3:17; b gr what I produce, choose. Mosiah 5:2 (2–9). achieve. 21 a Heb. 12:1; tg Bondage, Spiritual. c gr know, understand. 2 Ne. 4:18 (17–19). 3 a Heb. 7:18. d gr choose, intend, 22 a tg Spirituality. b tg Jesus Christ, design. 23 a Alma 13:28. Condescension of. 16 a gr choose, intend, b tg Bondage, Spiritual. 4 a Mosiah 3:19. Romans 8:5–23 1426 5 For they that are after the flesh 14 For as many as are a led by the do amind the things of the flesh; but b Spirit of God, they are the c sons they that are after the Spirit the of God. things of the Spirit. 15 For ye have not received the 6 For to be a carnally minded is spirit of a bondage again to fear; but b death; but to be cspiritually minded ye have received the Spirit of b adop- is life and d peace. tion, whereby we cry, Abba, Father. 7 Because the a carnal mind is 16 The Spirit itself beareth a wit- b enmity against God: for it is not ness with our b spirit, that we are subject to the law of God, neither the c children of God: indeed can be. 17 And if children, then heirs; 8 So then they that are ain the flesh a heirs of God, and joint-heirs with cannot please God. Christ; if so be that we b suffer with 9 a But ye are not in the flesh, but him, that we may be also glorified in the Spirit, if so be that the b Spirit together. of God c dwell in you. Now if any 18 For I reckon that the asufferings man have not the d Spirit of Christ, of this present time are not worthy he is none of his. to be compared with the b glory which 10 And if a Christ be in you, b the shall be revealed c in us. body is dead because of sin; but 19 For the a earnest expectation of the Spirit is life because of c righ- the b creature waiteth for the c mani­ teousness. festation of the sons of God. 11 But if the Spirit of him that 20 For the creature was made sub- raised up Jesus from the dead dwell ject to a vanity, not willingly, but by in you, he that raised up Christ from reason of him who hath subjected the dead shall also a quicken your the same in hope, b mortal bodies by his Spirit that 21 Because the a creature itself also dwelleth in you. shall be b delivered from the bond- 12 Therefore, brethren, we are age of c corruption into the glorious debtors, not to the flesh, to live af- d liberty of the children of God. ter the flesh. 22 For we know that the whole 13 For if ye live after the flesh, creation a groaneth and travaileth ye a shall die: but if ye through the in pain together until now. Spirit do b mortify the deeds of the 23 And not only they, but ourselves body, ye shall live. also, a which have the b firstfruits of 5 a gr watch, guard. c tg Righteousness. Man, Potential to 6 a tg Carnal Mind; 11 a gr make alive. Become like Heavenly Chastity; Man, Natural, D&C 84:33. Father. Not Spiritually Reborn. tg God, Power of; b tg Persecution; b tg Death; Death, Resurrection. Suffering. Spiritual, First. b tg Mortality. 18 a tg Adversity; Pain; c tg Spirituality. 13 a gr are at the point of Self-Sacrifice. d tg Peace of God. withering, dying. b D&C 58:4; 63:66; 136:31. 7 a tg Fall of Man. b gr put to death, subdue. c gr to us. b tg Opposition. Col. 3:5. 19 a gr eager hope. 8 a jst Rom. 8:8 . . . after the 14 a tg Leadership. b gr creation, material flesh . . . b tg God, Spirit of. universe. 9 a jst Rom. 8:9 But ye are c tg Sons and Daughters c gr revelation. not after the flesh, but of God. 20 a jst Rom. 8:20 . . . after the Spirit . . . 15 a tg Bondage, Spiritual. tribulation . . . b D&C 8:2. b Isa. 56:3 (3–8). tg Vanity. c 1 Jn. 3:24 (19–24). 16 a tg Witness. 21 a gr creation, material d tg Holy Ghost, Loss of. b tg Spirit Creation. universe. 10 a 2 Cor. 13:5. c tg Man, a Spirit Child of b tg Deliver. b jst Rom. 8:10 . . . though Heavenly Father. c 1 Cor. 15:42. the body shall die 17 a Luke 12:44 (42–44). d tg Liberty. because of sin, yet the tg Birthright; 22 a tg Earth, Curse of. Spirit is life, because of Election; Eternal Life; 23 a gr who. righteousness. Exaltation; b Gal. 5:22 (16–26). 1427 Romans 8:24–39 the Spirit, even we ourselves groan 32 He that spared not his own within ourselves, waiting for the a Son, but b delivered him up for us c adoption, to wit, the redemption all, how shall he not with him also of our body. freely give us c all things? 24 For we are saved by a hope: but 33 Who shall a lay any thing to the hope that is b seen is not hope: for charge of God’s elect? It is God that what a man seeth, why doth he yet justifieth. hope for? 34 Who is he that condemneth? It 25 But if we hope for that we see is Christ that died, yea rather, that not, then do we with patience wait is risen again, who is even at the for it. right hand of God, who also maketh 26 Likewise the Spirit also a help- a intercession for us. eth our infirmities: for we know 35 Who shall separate us from not what we should b pray for as we the a love of Christ? shall b tribula- ought: but the Spirit itself maketh tion, or distress, or c persecution, or c intercession for us with d groanings famine, or nakedness, or peril, or which cannot be uttered. sword? 27 And he that a searcheth the 36 As it is written, For thy sake hearts knoweth what is the mind of we are a killed all the day long; we the Spirit, because he maketh b in- are accounted as b sheep for the tercession for the saints according slaughter. to the will of God. 37 Nay, in all these things we are 28 And we know that all things a more than b conquerors through work together for a good to them him that loved us. that love God, to them who are the 38 For I am persuaded, that nei- called according to his purpose. ther death, nor life, nor angels, nor 29 a For whom he did b foreknow, principalities, nor powers, nor things he also c did predestinate d to be con- present, nor things to come, formed to the eimage of his Son, that 39 Nor height, nor depth, nor any he might be the f firstborn among other creature, shall be able to many brethren. a separate us from the b love of God, 30 Moreover whom he a did pre- which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. destinate, them he also called: and whom he called, them he also jus- Chapter 9 tified: and whom he justified, them he also glorified. Paul explains how the law of election 31 What shall we then say to these (foreordination) operates—The peo- things? If God be for us, who can a be ple of Israel are chosen (foreordained) against us? to receive the adoption, covenants, 23 c 2 Cor. 5:2. of; Man, Antemortal Atonement through. 24 a tg Hope. Existence of. b Isa. 50:8. b 2 Cor. 4:18. c gr appointed before- c D&C 84:38 (33–41). 26 a tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of. hand, foreordained. 33 a gr accuse God’s elect. b James 4:3; tg Foreordination. 34 a Isa. 53:12; D&C 46:28 (28–30); d gr to have the same Heb. 7:25. 88:65 (64–65). form as. 35 a D&C 29:5. c tg Communication. e 2 Cor. 3:18; b tg Tribulation. d gr sighings. Col. 3:10. c tg Persecution. 27 a tg Judgment. tg God, Body of, 36 a Ps. 44:22; b tg Holy Ghost, Corporeal Nature. 2 Cor. 4:11. Mission of. f tg Jesus Christ, b tg Sheep. 28 a Ezra 8:22; Firstborn. 37 a gr abundantly Alma 36:3; 30 a gr appointed before- victorious. D&C 90:24; 100:15. hand, foreordained. b 2 Cor. 2:14. 29 a jst Rom. 8:29–30 31 a jst Rom. 8:31 . . . prevail 39 a Matt. 10:31 (29–31); (Appendix). against us? D&C 121:33. b tg God, Foreknowledge 32 a tg Jesus Christ, b 2 Ne. 1:15. Romans 9:1–21 1428 promises, and blessings of the gospel; a Rebecca also had conceived by one, yet they are not all Israel who are of even by our father Isaac; Israel—They must seek their blessings 11 (For the children being not yet by faith—The Gentiles also attain to born, neither having done any good righteousness and salvation by faith. or evil, that the purpose of God ac- cording to aelection might stand, not I say the truth in Christ, I a lie not, of works, but of him that calleth;) my b conscience also bearing me 12 It was said unto her, The a elder witness in the Holy Ghost, shall serve the younger. 2 That I have great heaviness and 13 As it is written, Jacob have I continual sorrow in my heart. a loved, but Esau have I hated. 3 a For I could wish that myself 14 What shall we say then? Is there were b accursed from Christ for my a unrighteousness with God? b God brethren, my kinsmen according forbid. to the flesh: 15 For he saith to Moses, I will have 4 Who are Israelites; to whom per- mercy on whom I will have mercy, taineth the a adoption, and the glory, and I will have a compassion on and the b covenants, and the giving whom I will have compassion. of the law, and the service of God, 16 So then it is not of him that will­ and the promises; eth, nor of him that runneth, but of 5 Whose are the fathers, and of God that sheweth a mercy. whom as concerning the a flesh 17 For the scripture saith unto Christ came, who is over all, God Pharaoh, Even for this same a pur- blessed for ever. Amen. pose have I raised thee up, that I 6 Not as though the word of God might shew my power in thee, and a hath taken none effect. For they that my name might be declared are not all Israel, which are of throughout all the earth. b Israel: 18 Therefore hath he a mercy on 7 a Neither, because they are the whom he will have mercy, and whom seed of Abraham, are they all chil- he will he b hardeneth. dren: but, In b Isaac shall thy seed 19 Thou wilt say then unto me, be called. Why doth he yet find fault? For 8 That is, They which are the chil- who hath resisted his will? dren of the flesh, these are not the 20 Nay but, O man, who art thou a children of God: but the children that a repliest against God? Shall the of the promise are counted for thing formed say to him that formed the seed. it, Why hast thou b made me thus? 9 For this is the word of promise, 21 Hath not the a potter power over At this time will I come, and Sara the clay, of the same lump to make shall have a a son. one vessel unto honour, and another 10 And not only this; but when unto dishonour? 9 1 a 1 Tim. 2:7. ineffectual. 13 a Mal. 1:2 (2–3). b tg Conscience. b 2 Ne. 30:2. 14 a Ps. 92:15. 3 a jst Rom. 9:3 (For once I 7 a jst Rom. 9:7 Neither, tg God, Perfection of. could have wished that because they are all b gr May it not be! myself were accursed children of Abraham, are 15 a tg Compassion. from Christ,) . . . they the seed; 16 a tg God, Mercy of. b Ex. 32:32. but, In Isaac . . . 17 a Ex. 9:16 (15–17). 4 a tg Election; b tg Seed of Abraham. 18 a tg Forgive. Sons and Daughters of 8 a tg Sons and Daughters b gr leaves to God. of God. stubbornness, hardness. b tg Abrahamic 9 a tg Seed of Abraham. Deut. 2:30. Covenant. 10 a Gen. 22:23. 20 a gr contradictest, 5 a tg Jesus Christ, 11 a tg Foreordination; disputest. Condescension of. God, Foreknowledge of. b Job 9:12. 6 a gr has been fruitless, 12 a Gen. 25:23. 21 a Isa. 45:9; Jer. 18:6. 1429 Romans 9:22–10:8 22 What if God, willing to shew it not by faith, but as it were by the his wrath, and to make his power works of the law. For they bstumbled known, endured with much long- at that stumblingstone; suffering the vessels of wrath fitted 33 As it is written, Behold, I lay in to a destruction: Sion a a stumblingstone and b rock of 23 And that he might make known c offence: and whosoever believeth the a riches of his b glory on the ves- on him shall not be ashamed. sels of mercy, which he had afore prepared unto glory, Chapter 10 24 Even us, whom he hath called, not of the Jews only, but also of the Salvation comes through righteousness Gentiles? to those who believe in Christ—Faith 25 As he saith also in a Osee, I will comes by hearing the gospel taught by call them my people, which were legal administrators sent of God. not my b people; and her beloved, Brethren, my heart’s desire and which was not beloved. prayer to God for Israel is, that they 26 And it shall come to pass, that might be a saved. in the place where it was said unto 2 For I bear them record that they them, Ye are not my people; there have a a zeal of God, but not accord- shall they be called the a children ing to knowledge. of the living God. 3 For they being ignorant of God’s 27 a Esaias also crieth concerning a righteousness, and b going about to Israel, Though the b number of the establish their own righteousness, children of c Israel be as the sand of have not c submitted themselves the sea, a d remnant shall be saved: unto the righteousness of God. 28 For he will finish the work, 4 For Christ is the a end of the law and cut it short in a righteousness: for righteousness to every one that because a short work will the Lord believeth. make upon the earth. 5 For Moses describeth the righ- 29 And as Esaias said before, Ex- teousness which is of the law, That cept the Lord of a Sabaoth had left the man which doeth those things us a b seed, we had been as Sodoma, shall live by them. and been made like unto Gomorrha. 6 But the a righteousness which is 30 What shall we say then? That of faith speaketh on this wise, Say the Gentiles, which followed not af- not in thine heart, Who shall ascend ter righteousness, have attained to into heaven? (that is, to bring Christ righteousness, even the a righteous- down from above:) ness which is of faith. 7 Or, Who shall descend into the 31 But aIsrael, which followed after deep? (that is, to bring up Christ the law of righteousness, hath not again from the dead.) attained to the law of righteousness. 8 But what saith it? The word is 32 aWherefore? Because they sought nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in 22 a 1 Pet. 2:8 (4–8). d tg Israel, Remnant of. b tg Rock. 23 a tg Treasure. 28 a D&C 52:11. c tg Offense. b tg Celestial Glory; 29 a heb hosts. 10 1 a tg Reconciliation. God, Glory of. b gr posterity. 2 a tg Zeal. 25 a ie Hosea. 30 a tg Righteousness. 3 a tg God, the Standard b Hosea 2:23; 31 a tg Apostasy of Israel. of Righteousness. Zech. 13:9. 32 a gr Why? b gr desiring, 26 a gr sons. b Isa. 8:14 (13–15); endeavoring. tg Sons and Daughters Matt. 21:44 (43–45); c tg Apostasy of Israel; of God. Luke 2:34. Submissiveness. 27 a ie Isaiah. 33 a tg Cornerstone; 4 a 2 Ne. 2:7 (7–10). b Isa. 10:22. Jesus Christ, Prophecies 6 a tg Righteousness. c tg Israel, Blessings of. about. Romans 10:9–11:4 1430 thy heart: that is, the word of faith, 19 But I say, Did not Israel know? which we preach; First Moses saith, I will provoke you 9 That if thou shalt confess with to a jealousy by them that are no peo- thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt ple, and by a foolish nation I will believe in thine heart that God hath anger you. raised him from the dead, thou shalt 20 But a Esaias is very bold, and be saved. saith, I was found of them that 10 For with the a heart man b be- b sought me not; I was made manifest lieveth unto righteousness; and with unto them that asked not after me. the mouth confession is made unto 21 But to Israel he saith, All day c salvation. long I have stretched forth my hands 11 For the scripture saith, Who- unto a a disobedient and b gainsay- soever believeth on him shall not ing people. be ashamed. 12 For there is no a difference be- Chapter 11 tween the Jew and the Greek: for Israel was chosen (foreordained) accord- the same Lord over all is b rich unto ing to the election of grace—But some all that c call upon him. 13 For whosoever shall a call upon harden their hearts against it—The the name of the Lord shall be saved. Gentiles are adopted into the house of 14 How then shall they call on him Israel—The gospel goes preferentially in whom they have not a believed? to the Gentiles until the fulness of the and how shall they believe in him Gentiles. of whom they have not heard? I say then, Hath God cast away his and how shall they hear without a people? a God forbid. For I also am b preacher? an bIsraelite, of the seed of Abraham, 15 And how shall they a preach, ex- of the tribe of Benjamin. cept they be b sent? as it is written, 2 God hath not cast away his a peo- How beautiful are the c feet of them ple which he b foreknew. c Wot ye not that preach the dgospel of epeace, and what the scripture saith of d Elias? bring glad tidings of good things! how he maketh intercession to God 16 But they have not all a obeyed against Israel, saying, the gospel. For Esaias saith, Lord, 3 Lord, they have akilled thy proph- who hath b believed our report? ets, and digged down thine altars; 17 So then a faith cometh by b hear- and I am b left alone, and they seek ing, and hearing by the word of God. my life. 18 But I say, Have they not heard? 4 But what saith the answer of God Yes verily, their sound went into all unto him? I have areserved to myself the earth, and their a words unto the seven thousand men, who have not ends of the b world. bowed the knee to the image of Baal. 10 a tg Heart. e tg Peacemakers; tg Apostasy of Israel; b D&C 46:14 (11–14). Peace of God. Disobedience. c tg Salvation. 16 a tg Apostasy of Israel. b gr contradicting, 12 a Acts 10:35 (34–35); b Isa. 53:1; opposing. Rom. 2:11; John 12:38. 11 1 a gr May it not be! Gal. 3:28 (26–29). 17 a tg Faith. b Acts 22:3; b tg Treasure. b Gal. 3:2; 2 Cor. 11:22. c tg God, Access to. 2 Ne. 33:1 (1–4); 2 a tg Israel, Blessings of. 13 a tg Prayer. Alma 31:5 (5, 8–11); b tg Foreordination; 14 a tg Apostasy of Israel; D&C 100:8 (7–8). God, Foreknowl- Hypocrisy. 18 a Ps. 19:4. edge of. b D&C 42:6. b D&C 23:2; 24:10. c gr Know. 15 a tg Missionary Work; 19 a Deut. 32:21. d ie Elijah. Preaching. tg Jealous. 3 a tg Apostasy of Israel; b tg Called of God. 20 a ie Isaiah. Martyrdom. c Nahum 1:15. b Isa. 65:1. b 1 Kgs. 19:14 (10–18). d tg Gospel. 21 a Isa. 65:2. 4 a D&C 49:8. 1431 Romans 11:5–25 5 Even so then at this present time 16 For if the firstfruit be holy, the also there is a remnant according lump is also holy: and if the a root be to the a election of grace. holy, so are the branches. 6 And if by a grace, then is it no 17 And if some of the branches be more of b works: otherwise grace is broken off, and thou, being a wild no more grace. But if it be of works, olive a tree, wert grafted in among then is it no more grace: otherwise them, and with them partakest of work is no more work. the root and fatness of the olive tree; 7 What then? Israel hath not ob- 18 aBoast not against the branches. tained that which he seeketh for; But if thou boast, thou bearest not but the election hath obtained it, the root, but the root thee. and the rest a were blinded 19 Thou wilt say then, The branches 8 (According as it is written, God were broken off, that I might be hath given them the spirit of a slum- grafted in. ber, eyes that they should not see, 20 Well; because of a unbelief they and ears that they should not bhear;) were b broken off, and thou stand- unto this day. est by c faith. Be not highminded, 9 And David saith, Let their table but d fear: be made a a snare, and a trap, and a 21 For if God spared not the a natu­ stumblingblock, and a brecompence ral branches, take heed lest he also unto them: b spare not thee. 10 Let their eyes be darkened, that 22 Behold therefore the goodness they may not see, and bow down and severity of God: on them which their back alway. fell, severity; but toward thee, good- 11 I say then, Have they stumbled ness, if thou continue in his good- that they should fall? a God forbid: ness: otherwise thou also shalt be but rather through their fall salva- cut off. tion is come unto the Gentiles, for 23 And they also, if they abide not to provoke them to b jealousy. still in unbelief, shall be grafted in: 12 Now if the fall of them be the for God is able to graft them in again. riches of the world, and the a di- 24 For if thou wert cut out of the minishing of them the riches of olive tree which is wild by nature, the Gentiles; how much more their and wert grafted contrary to nature fulness? into a good olive tree: how much 13 For I speak to you a Gentiles, in- more shall these, which be the natu­ asmuch as I am the apostle of the ral branches, be grafted into their Gentiles, I b magnify mine office: own olive tree? 14 If by any means I may provoke 25 For I would not, brethren, that to emulation them which are my flesh, ye should be ignorant of this mys- and might save some of them. tery, lest ye should be wise in your 15 For if the casting away of them own a conceits; that b blindness in be the a reconciling of the world, part is happened to Israel, until what shall the receiving of them be, the c fulness of the d Gentiles be but life from the dead? come in. 5 a tg Election. 12 a gr default, failure. c 2 Cor. 1:24. 6 a tg Grace. 13 a Acts 22:21. d tg Reverence. b Rom. 2:6 (5–10). b Jacob 2:2 (2–3); 21 a Jacob 5:3 (1–77); 7 a gr became callous. D&C 24:3; 66:11. 6:1 (1–13). 8 a gr deep sleep, stupor. 15 a tg Reconciliation. b tg Apostasy of the Isa. 29:10. 16 a tg Israel, Mission of. Early Christian Church. b Matt. 13:14; 17 a tg Vineyard of the Lord. 25 a Prov. 26:12. 2 Ne. 16:10. 18 a tg Boast. b gr callousness. 9 a Ps. 69:22. 20 a tg Apostasy of Israel; Jacob 4:14. b gr retribution, requital. Unbelief. c tg Restoration of the 11 a gr May it not be! b Ps. 80:12 (12–16). Gospel. b tg Jealous. tg Israel, Scattering of. d tg Gentiles. Romans 11:26–12:8 1432 26 And so all a Israel shall be saved: Chapter 12 as it is written, There shall come out of b Sion the c Deliverer, and Paul counsels the Saints to present their bodies as a living sacrifice, to use shall turn away ungodliness from their own grace-given gifts, and to live Jacob: as Saints should live. 27 For this is my a covenant unto them, when I shall take away their I beseech you therefore, brethren, sins. by the mercies of God, that ye pre­ 28 As concerning the gospel, they sent your a bodies a living b sacrifice, are enemies for your sakes: but as holy, c acceptable unto God, which is touching the election, they are be- your reasonable d service. loved for the fathers’ sakes. 2 And be not conformed to this 29 For the gifts and calling of God a world: but be ye b transformed by are without repentance. the c renewing of your d mind, that 30 For as ye in times past a have ye may e prove what is that good, not believed God, yet have now and acceptable, and perfect, f will obtained mercy through their of God. b unbelief: 3 For I say, through the grace given 31 Even so have these also now not unto me, to every man that is among a believed, that through your mercy you, not to a think of himself more they also may obtain mercy. highly than he ought to think; but 32 For God hath a concluded them to think b soberly, according as c God all in unbelief, that he might have hath dealt to every man the mea- mercy upon all. sure of faith. 33 O the depth of the a riches both 4 For as we have many members of the b wisdom and c knowledge in one body, and all members have of God! how d unsearchable are his not the same a office: judgments, and his ways past e find- 5 So we, being many, are a one b body ing out! in Christ, and every one members 34 For who hath known the a mind one of another. of the Lord? or who hath been his 6 Having then gifts differing ac- b counsellor? cording to the a grace that is given to 35 Or who hath first given to him, us, whether prophecy, let us prophesy and it shall be recompensed unto according to the proportion of bfaith; him again? 7 Or ministry, let us wait on our 36 For of him, and a through him, ministering: or he that teacheth, and to him, are all things: to whom on teaching; be glory for ever. Amen. 8 O r h e th a t ex h or t e th , on 26 a tg Israel, Restoration of. d Isa. 40:28. b Eph. 5:8; b tg Zion. e Prov. 25:2. 1 Jn. 5:4 (1–5). c Isa. 59:20; 34 a Jacob 4:8 (8–13); tg Self-Mastery. Alma 11:40 (37–41). Mosiah 4:9. c tg Man, New, 27 a Isa. 59:21 (20–21); b 1 Cor. 2:16; Spiritually Reborn. Heb. 10:16 (16–17); D&C 22:4. d tg Mind. D&C 49:9 (5–9). tg Counselor. e gr test, try, prove. tg Abrahamic 36 a D&C 76:24 (22–24); f tg God, Will of. Covenant. 93:10. 3 a tg Humility. 30 a gr were disbelieving, 12 1 a tg Body, Sanctity of. b D&C 18:21; 43:35. disobedient to. b Mosiah 2:34; c 1 Cor. 7:17. b gr disobedience, Moro. 10:32 (30–33); 4 a gr function, operation. disbelief. D&C 93:1. 5 a tg Unity. 31 a gr obeyed. tg Self-Sacrifice. b tg Church. 32 a gr closed up together. c Lev. 1:4. 6 a tg Grace. 33 a tg Treasure. d tg Service. b tg Faith. b tg God, Intelligence of. 2 a tg World; c tg God, Omniscience of. Worldliness. 1433 Romans 12:9–13:6 exhorta­tion: he that giveth, let him drink: for in so doing thou shalt do it with simplicity; he that ruleth, heap coals of fire on his head. with diligence; he that sheweth 21 Be not overcome of evil, but mercy, with a cheerfulness. a overcome evil with good. 9 Let love be a without dissimu- lation. Abhor that which is b evil; Chapter 13 cleave to that which is good. 10 Be kindly a affectioned one to Paul counsels, Be subject unto God’s ministers; keep the commandments; another with b brotherly c love; in love one another; righteousness leads honour preferring one another; 11 Not slothful in a business; b fer- to salvation. vent in spirit; serving the Lord; Let every soul a be subject unto 12 Rejoicing in hope; a patient in the higher b powers. For there is no b tribulation; c continuing instant c power d but of God: the e powers that in prayer; be are ordained of God. 13 Distributing to the necessity of 2 Whosoever therefore resisteth saints; given to a hospitality. the power, resisteth the ordinance 14 Bless them which a persecute of God: and they that a resist shall you: bless, and b curse not. receive to themselves b damnation. 15 Rejoice with them that do re- 3 For rulers are not a terror to good joice, and a weep with them that works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then weep. not be afraid of the a power? do that 16 Be of the same mind one toward which is b good, and thou shalt have another. Mind not high things, but praise of the same: a condescend to men of low estate. 4 For he is a the minister of God Be not wise in your own b conceits. to thee for good. But if thou do 17 a Recompense to no man b evil that which is evil, be afraid; for for evil. Provide things c honest in he beareth not the sword in vain: the d sight of all men. for he is the minister of God, a re- 18 If it be possible, as much as lieth venger to execute wrath upon him in you, live apeaceably with all men. that doeth evil. 19 Dearly beloved, a avenge not 5 Wherefore ye must needs be sub- yourselves, but rather give place ject, not only for wrath, but also for unto wrath: for it is written, Ven- a conscience sake. geance is mine; I will repay, saith 6 a For for this cause pay ye tribute the Lord. also: for they are God’s ministers, 20 Therefore if thine a enemy hun- attending continually upon this ger, feed him; if he thirst, give him very thing. 8 a tg Cheerful. Persecution. 21 a Rev. 2:17. 9 a gr sincere, unfeigned, b tg Curse. 13 1 a gr be submissive, real. 15 a tg Compassion. render obedience. b Ps. 26:4; 2 Ne. 4:31; 16 a gr conforming D&C 58:22 (21–22). Alma 13:12; willingly with the tg Citizenship; D&C 38:42. humble. Governments. tg Evil. 3 Ne. 12:5. b gr authorities. 10 a Philip. 2:2 (1–4). b Prov. 26:12. c John 19:11 (10–12). b tg Brotherhood and tg Pride. d jst Rom. 13:1 . . . in the Sisterhood. 17 a tg Forgive; Retribution. church but of God . . . c tg Love. b tg Evil. e tg Governments. 11 a gr haste, diligence. c tg Honesty. 2 a tg Rebellion. b tg Zeal. d 2 Cor. 8:21. b tg Damnation. 12 a D&C 24:8; 31:9. 18 a Prov. 3:30. 3 a gr authority. b tg Adversity. tg Peace; Peacemakers. b tg Retribution. c gr constantly 19 a tg Forbear; 4 a gr a servant. persisting in. Retribution. 5 a tg Conscience. 13 a tg Hospitality. 20 a 2 Kgs. 6:22. 6 a jst Rom. 13:6–7 14 a tg Enemies; tg Enemies. (Appendix). Romans 13:7–14:9 1434 7 Render therefore to all their dues: other—Every knee will bow to Christ— tribute to whom tribute is due; cus- The kingdom of God embraces righ- tom to whom custom; fear to whom teousness, peace, and joy in the Holy fear; a honour to whom honour. Ghost. 8 a Owe no man any thing, but to Him that is aweak in the faith receive love one another: for he that b loveth another hath fulfilled the law. ye, but not to bdoubtful cdisputations. 9 For this, Thou shalt not commit 2 For one believeth that he may eat all things: another, who is weak, a adultery, Thou shalt not kill, Thou eateth a herbs. shalt not b steal, Thou shalt not bear 3 Let not him that eateth despise false witness, Thou shalt not c covet; him that eateth not; and let not him and if there be any other command- ment, it is briefly comprehended in which eateth not a judge him that this saying, namely, Thou shalt love eateth: for God hath received him. thy d neighbour as thyself. 4 Who art thou that a judgest an- other man’s servant? to his own 10 aLove worketh no ill to his neigh- master he standeth or falleth. Yea, bour: therefore love is the fulfilling he shall be holden up: for God is of the b law. able to make him stand. 11 And that, knowing the time, 5 One man esteemeth one a day that now it is high a time to awake above another: another esteemeth out of b sleep: for now is our salva- every day alike. Let every man be tion nearer than when we believed. fully persuaded in his own mind. 12 The night is far spent, the a day 6 He that regardeth the day, re- is at hand: let us therefore cast off gardeth it unto the Lord; and he the works of b darkness, and let us that regardeth not the day, to the put on the c armour of d light. Lord he doth not regard it. He that 13 Let us walk a honestly, as in the eateth, eateth to the Lord, for he giv- day; not in b rioting and c drunk- enness, not in d chambering and eth God thanks; and he that eateth wantonness, not in strife and not, to the Lord he eateth not, and giveth God thanks. e envying. 7 For none of us a liveth to himself, 14 But a put ye on the Lord Jesus and no man dieth to himself. Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfil the b lusts thereof. 8 For whether we live, we live unto the Lord; and whether we die, we a die unto the Lord: whether we live Chapter 14 therefore, or die, we are the Lord’s. Avoid quarreling about opinions and 9 For to this end Christ both died, making unrighteous judgment of each and rose, and revived, that he might 7 a D&C 134:6. 1 Thes. 5:4. e tg Envy. tg Honor. tg Darkness, 14 a Gal. 3:27 (24–29). 8 a tg Debt. Spiritual. b tg Lust. b tg Love. c Isa. 59:17 (16–17); 14 1 a Isa. 35:3; 9 a tg Adulterer. 2 Cor. 6:7; Rom. 15:1 (1–3); b tg Stealing. Eph. 6:11 (10–24); 1 Cor. 8:9; c tg Covet. 1 Thes. 5:8; Gal. 6:1; d tg Neighbor. D&C 27:15 (15–18). D&C 81:5; 84:106. 10 a Moro. 7:47 (1, 44–47). d tg Children of Light; b tg Doubt. tg Motivations. Light [noun]. c tg Disputations. b Matt. 22:40 (36–40); 13 a gr with propriety, 2 a gr vegetables. Gal. 5:14 (13–14). decently, gracefully. 3 a Col. 2:16. 11 a tg Time. tg Honesty. 4 a D&C 11:12. b tg Apathy; b tg Rioting and 5 a Gal. 4:10 (9–10). Sleep. Reveling. 7 a 2 Cor. 5:15 (14–16); 12 a John 9:4; c tg Drunkenness. Gal. 2:20. Alma 34:31 (31–34). d gr lewdness, 8 a D&C 42:44 (44–47); b 2 Cor. 5:17; whoredoms. 63:49. 1435 Romans 14:10–15:4 be a Lord both of the b dead and things wherewith one may b edify living. another. 10 But why dost thou a judge thy 20 a For meat destroy not the b work brother? or why dost thou set at of God. All things indeed are pure; nought thy brother? for we shall but it is evil for that man who eat- all stand before the b judgment seat eth with offence. of Christ. 21 It is good neither to eat flesh, 11 For it is written, As I live, saith nor to drink wine, nor any thing the Lord, every a knee shall bow to whereby thy brother stumbleth, or me, and every tongue shall b con- is a offended, or is made weak. fess to God. 22 Hast thou faith? have it to thy- 12 So then every one of us shall self before God. Happy is he that give account of himself to God. condemneth not himself a in that 13 Let us not therefore judge one thing which he alloweth. another any more: but judge this 23 And he that a doubteth is rather, that no man put a a stum- damned if he eat, because he eateth blingblock or an occasion to fall in not of faith: for whatsoever is not his brother’s way. of b faith is c sin. 14 I know, and am persuaded by the Lord Jesus, that there is nothing Chapter 15 a unclean of itself: but to him that True Saints fellowship one another— b esteemeth any thing to be unclean, Paul recounts his diligence in preaching to him it is unclean. 15 But if thy brother be grieved the gospel—The gifts of the Spirit are with thy meat, anow walkest thou not poured out upon the Gentiles. b charitably. Destroy not him c with We then that are strong ought to thy meat, for whom Christ died. a bear the infirmities of the b weak, 16 Let not then your good be evil and not to please ourselves. spoken of: 2 Let every one of us please his 17 For the kingdom of God is not a neighbour for his good to b edifi- a meat and drink; but b righteous- cation. ness, and c peace, and d joy in the 3 For even Christ pleased not him- Holy Ghost. self; but, as it is written, The a re- 18 For he that in these things proaches of them that reproached serveth Christ is acceptable to God, thee fell on me. and approved of men. 4 For whatsoever things were 19 Let us therefore follow after the a written aforetime were b written things which make for a peace, and for our c learning, that we through 9 a tg Jesus Christ, b tg Motivations. 22 a gr by what he tries, Authority of; 15 a jst Rom. 14:15 . . . thou approves. Jesus Christ, Power of. walkest not charitably 23 a tg Doubt. b Luke 20:38. if thou eatest. Therefore b tg Faith. tg Genealogy and destroy not him with c tg Sin. Temple Work; thy meat . . . 15 1 a gr remove, endure, Salvation for the Dead. b gr according to love. bear with. 10 a tg Judgment. c gr on account of food. Alma 31:33. b tg Judgment, the Last. 17 a gr food. b Rom. 14:1 (1–3). 11 a Isa. 45:23; tg Food. 2 a tg Neighbor. Philip. 2:10. b tg Righteousness. b tg Edification. b gr praise, profess openly. c tg Contentment; 3 a gr revilings, insults. 13 a Lev. 19:14; Peace of God. tg Reproach. 1 Cor. 8:9 (9–13); d tg Joy. 4 a 1 Cor. 10:11. 10:32 (24–33); 19 a tg Peace; Peacemakers. tg Scriptures, 2 Cor. 6:3; b tg Edification. Writing of. Alma 39:11. 20 a gr Because of food. b 1 Cor. 9:10. 14 a gr ceremonially unclean. b tg God, Works of. c tg Scriptures, Value of; tg Uncleanness. 21 a 1 Cor. 8:13. Understanding. Romans 15:5–24 1436 d patience and comfort of the e scrip- a some sort, as putting you in mind, tures might have f hope. because of the b grace that is given 5 Now the God of patience and to me of God, a consolation grant you to be b like- 16 That I should be the a minister minded one toward another accord- of Jesus Christ to the Gentiles, min- ing to Christ Jesus: istering the gospel of God, that the 6 That ye may with one mind and b offering up of the Gentiles might one mouth glorify God, even the be acceptable, being c sanctified by a Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. the Holy Ghost. 7 Wherefore receive ye one an- 17 I have therefore whereof I may other, as Christ also received us to a glory through Jesus Christ in those the glory of God. things which pertain to God. 8 Now I say that Jesus Christ was 18 For I will not dare to speak of a minister of the a circumcision for any of those things which Christ the truth of God, to b confirm the hath not wrought by me, to make c promises made unto the fathers: the Gentiles obedient, by word and 9 And that the Gentiles might glo- deed, rify God for his a mercy; as it is writ- 19 Through mighty asigns and won- ten, For this cause I will b confess to ders, by the power of the b Spirit of thee among the c Gentiles, and sing God; so that from Jerusalem, and unto thy name. round about unto Illyricum, I have 10 And again he saith, Rejoice, ye fully preached the gospel of Christ. a Gentiles, with his people. 20 Yea, so have I strived to preach 11 And again, Praise the Lord, all the gospel, not where Christ was ye Gentiles; and laud him, all ye named, lest I should build upon people. another man’s a foundation: 12 And again, a Esaias saith, There 21 But as it is written, To whom he shall be a root of bJesse, and he that was not a spoken of, they shall see: shall rise to reign over the Gentiles; and they that have not heard shall in him shall the Gentiles trust. understand. 13 Now the God of hope fill you 22 For which cause also I have been with all joy and a peace in believ- much ahindered from coming to you. ing, that ye may abound in b hope, 23 But now having no more a place through the power of the Holy in these parts, and having a great Ghost. desire these many years to come 14 And I myself also am persuaded unto you; of you, my brethren, that ye also 24 Whensoever I take my journey are full of goodness, filled with all into Spain, I will come to you: for I a knowledge, able also to b admonish trust to see you in my journey, and one another. to be brought on my way thither- 15 Nevertheless, brethren, I have ward by you, if first I be somewhat written the more boldly unto you in filled with your company. 4 d tg Patience. b gr profess openly, 16 a gr servant at one’s own e tg Scriptures, Study of. praise. expense. f tg Hope. c Ps. 18:49. b gr sacrifice, offering. 5 a gr comfort. 10 a Acts 9:15 (1–19); c tg Holy Ghost, b 1 Cor. 1:10 (9–16); 3 Ne. 30:2 (1–2). Gifts of. 1 Thes. 5:13 (13–15); 12 a ie Isaiah. 17 a Alma 26:16 (16, 35). Mosiah 18:21. b tg Jesus Christ, Davidic 19 a Morm. 9:19 (19–21); 6 a tg Jesus Christ, Divine Descent of. D&C 63:10 (7–10). Sonship. 13 a tg Peace of God. b tg God, Spirit of. 8 a tg Circumcision. b tg Hope. 20 a 2 Cor. 10:15; b gr establish, make 14 a tg Knowledge. D&C 52:33. constant. b tg Warn. 21 a Isa. 52:15. c 2 Cor. 1:20. 15 a gr part. 22 a Rom. 1:13. 9 a tg God, Mercy of. b tg Grace. 23 a gr opportunity. 1437 Romans 15:25–16:17 25 But now I go unto Jerusalem to her in whatsoever business she hath minister unto the saints. need of you: for she hath been a suc- 26 For it hath pleased them of courer of many, and of myself also. Macedonia and Achaia to make a 3 Greet Priscilla and Aquila my certain a contribution for the poor helpers in Christ Jesus: saints which are at Jerusalem. 4 Who have for my life laid down 27 It hath pleased them verily; and their own necks: unto whom not their debtors they are. For if the only I give thanks, but also all the Gentiles have been made partak- churches of the Gentiles. ers of their a spiritual things, their 5 Likewise greet the church that b duty is also to minister unto them is in their house. Salute my well- in c carnal things. beloved Epænetus, who is the first- 28 When therefore I have performed fruits of Achaia unto Christ. this, and have sealed to them this 6 Greet Mary, who bestowed much a fruit, I will come by you into Spain. labour on us. 29 And I am sure that, when I 7 Salute Andronicus and Junia, my come unto you, I shall come in the kinsmen, and my fellowprisoners, a fulness of the blessing of the gos- who are of note among the apostles, pel of Christ. who also were in Christ before me. 30 Now I beseech you, brethren, for 8 Greet Amplias my beloved in the Lord Jesus Christ’s sake, and the Lord. for the love of the Spirit, that ye 9 Salute Urbane, our helper in strive together with me in your Christ, and Stachys my beloved. prayers to God for me; 10 Salute Apelles approved in 31 That I may be delivered from Christ. Salute them which are of them that a do not believe in Judæa; Aristobulus’ a household. and that my service which I have 11 Salute Herodion my kinsman. for Jerusalem may be accepted of Greet them that be of the a household the saints; of Narcissus, which are in the Lord. 32 That I may come unto you with 12 Salute Tryphena and Tryphosa, joy by the will of God, and may with who labour in the Lord. Salute the you be a refreshed. beloved Persis, which laboured 33 Now the God of peace be with much in the Lord. you all. Amen. 13 Salute Rufus chosen in the Lord, and his mother and mine. Chapter 16 14 Salute Asyncritus, Phlegon, Hermas, Patrobas, Hermes, and the Paul sends greetings to various Saints— brethren which are with them. He counsels the Saints to avoid those 15 Salute Philologus, and Julia, who cause divisions—The Saints should Nereus, and his sister, and Olym- be wise concerning good and innocent pas, and all the saints which are concerning evil. with them. I commend unto you Phebe our sis- 16 Salute one another with an ter, which is a servant of the church holy a kiss. The b churches of Christ which is at Cenchrea: salute you. 2 That ye receive her in the Lord, 17 Now I beseech you, brethren, as becometh saints, and that ye assist a mark them which cause b divisions 26 a tg Almsgiving; Welfare. 31 a gr refuse belief or salutation . . . 27 a 1 Cor. 9:11. obedience. b tg Jesus Christ, Head of b tg Duty. 32 a 2 Cor. 7:13. the Church. c gr material, temporal. 16 10 a jst Rom. 16:10 . . . 17 a gr watch, beware of. 28 a Philip. 4:17; Titus 3:14. church. b Acts 20:30 (28–30); 29 a D&C 1:23; 14:10; 35:17; 11 a jst Rom. 16:11 . . . 1 Cor. 1:10 (10–13); 39:11 (11–18); 42:12; church . . . 2 Thes. 3:6 (2–6); JS—H 1:34. 16 a jst Rom. 16:16 . . . 2 Ne. 26:21 (20–21). Romans 16:18–1 Corinthians 1:2 1438 and c offences contrary to the d doc­ 23 Gaius mine host, and of the trine which ye have learned; and whole church, saluteth you. Erastus e avoid them. the chamberlain of the city saluteth 18 For they that are such serve you, and Quartus a brother. not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their 24 The a grace of our Lord Jesus own belly; and by good words and Christ be with you all. Amen. a fair speeches deceive the hearts of 25 Now to him that is of power the b simple. to a stablish you according to my 19 For your a obedience is come gospel, and the preaching of Jesus abroad unto all men. I am glad there­ Christ, according to the revelation fore on your behalf: but yet I would of the b mystery, which was kept se­ have you b wise unto that which is cret since the world began, good, and c simple concerning evil. 26 But now is made manifest, and 20 And the God of a peace shall by the scriptures of the prophets, ac­ b bruise c Satan under your feet cording to the commandment of the shortly. The grace of our Lord Jesus a everlasting God, made known to all Christ be with you. Amen. nations for the b obedience of faith: 21 Timotheus my workfellow, and 27 To God only wise, be glory Lucius, and Jason, and Sosipater, my through Jesus Christ for ever. Amen. kinsmen, salute you. ¶ Written to the Romans from Corinthus, 22 I Tertius, who wrote this epistle, and sent by Phebe servant of the church at salute you in the Lord. Cenchrea. The First Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Corinthians Chapter 1 True Saints are perfectly united in the same mind and in the same judgment— Preach the gospel and save souls—The P aul, called to be an apostle of Jesus Christ through the will of God, and Sosthenes our brother, 2 Unto the church of God which is at Corinth, to them that are a sanc­ gospel is preached by the weak and the tified in Christ Jesus, called to be simple. b saints, with all that in every place 17 c gr stumbling blocks, crush. 42:65 (61–65); scandals. Gen. 3:15. 121:27 (25–27). d 3 Ne. 11:40 (31–41). tg Jesus Christ, 26 a Gen. 21:33. e 1 Cor. 5:11. Prophecies about; b tg Obedience. 18 a 2 Pet. 2:3. Redemption. b gr innocent, guileless. c tg Devil. [1 Corinthians] 19 a Rom. 1:8. 24 a Rev. 22:21 (17–21). 1 2 a tg Sanctification. b tg Wisdom. 25 a 1 Thes. 3:2. b tg Mission of c gr blameless, innocent. b Eph. 3:4; Early Saints; 20 a Moro. 7:3 (3–4). Col. 1:26 (25–26); Saints. b gr break the power of, D&C 6:7 (7–11); 1439 1 Corinthians 1:3–24 call upon the name of Jesus Christ crucified for you? or were ye bap- our Lord, both theirs and ours: tized in the name of Paul? 3 Grace be unto you, and a peace, 14 I thank God that I baptized none from God our Father, and from the of you, a but b Crispus and Gaius; Lord Jesus Christ. 15 Lest any should say that I had 4 I thank my God always on your baptized in mine own name. behalf, for the grace of God which 16 And I baptized also the house- is given you by Jesus Christ; hold of a Stephanas: besides, I 5 That in every thing ye are en- know not whether I baptized any riched by him, in all utterance, and other. in all knowledge; 17 For Christ sent me not to bap- 6 Even as the a testimony of Christ tize, but to preach the gospel: not was b confirmed in you: with a wisdom of words, lest the 7 So that ye a come behind in no cross of Christ should be made of gift; waiting for the b coming of our none effect. Lord Jesus Christ: 18 For the a preaching of the cross 8 Who shall also aconfirm you unto is to them that perish foolishness; the end, that ye may be b blameless but unto us which are saved it is in the day of our Lord Jesus Christ. the b power of God. 9 God is faithful, by whom ye were 19 For it is written, I will destroy called unto the a fellowship of his the wisdom of the wise, and will Son Jesus Christ our Lord. bring to nothing the a understand- 10 Now I beseech you, brethren, by ing of the b prudent. the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, 20 Where is the wise? where is that ye all speak the same thing, and the a scribe? where is the b disputer that there be no a divisions among of this c world? hath not God made you; but that ye be perfectly joined foolish the d wisdom of this e world? together in the same b mind and in 21 For after that in the wisdom of the same judgment. God the world a by wisdom knew 11 For it hath been declared unto not God, it pleased God by the fool- me a of you, my brethren, by them ishness of b preaching to save them which are of the house of Chloe, that that believe. there are b contentions among you. 22 For the Jews require a a sign, 12 Now this I say, that every one and the Greeks seek after wisdom: of you saith, I am of Paul; and I of 23 But we apreach Christ bcrucified, Apollos; and I of Cephas; and I unto the Jews a c stumblingblock, of a Christ. and unto the Greeks foolishness; 13 Is Christ a divided? was Paul 24 But unto them a which are 3 a tg Peace of God. 3 Ne. 11:28 (28–30). b tg Prudence. 6 a tg Testimony. tg Church. 20 a tg Scribe. b gr established, b 1 Cor. 12:25; b tg Disputations. strengthened. 2 Cor. 13:11; c gr age. 7 a gr come short, miss, D&C 38:27. d Isa. 44:25; need. tg Mind. Jer. 8:8 (8–9); b gr revelation. 11 a gr about, concerning. D&C 133:58. 1 Thes. 3:13; b tg Apostasy of the e tg Worldliness. D&C 45:44 (25–44). Early Christian Church; 21 a gr by means of, 8 a gr secure, establish, Contention. through. strengthen. 12 a 3 Ne. 27:8 (4–9). b tg Gospel. b 3 Ne. 27:20; 13 a 2 Ne. 28:3 (3–5, 12–13). 22 a tg Sign Seekers. D&C 4:2. 14 a gr except. 23 a tg Missionary Work. 9 a tg Fellowshipping. b Acts 18:8. b tg Jesus Christ, 10 a gr factions, schisms. 16 a 1 Cor. 16:15. Crucifixion of. Acts 4:32; 17 a tg Wisdom. c Jacob 4:15. Rom. 15:5 (1–7); 18 a 1 Pet. 2:8 (4–8). 24 a jst 1 Cor. 1:24 . . . who 16:17 (17–18); b Rom. 1:16; 1 Cor. 4:20. believe, both Jews and Eph. 4:13 (11–14); 19 a tg Understanding. Greeks . . . 1 Corinthians 1:25–2:11 1440 called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ or of wisdom, declaring unto you the b power of God, and the c wisdom the a testimony of God. of God. 2 For I determined not to know 25 Because the a foolishness of God any thing among you, a save Jesus is wiser than men; and the weakness Christ, and him b crucified. of God is stronger than men. 3 And I was with you in aweakness, 26 For ye see your calling, breth- and in fear, and in much trembling. ren, how that not many wise men 4 And my a speech and my preach- after the a flesh, not many mighty, ing was not with b enticing words of not many noble, are b called: man’s wisdom, but in demonstration 27 But God hath chosen the a fool- of the c Spirit and of d power: ish things of the world to b confound 5 That your faith should not stand the wise; and God hath chosen the in the wisdom of men, but in the c weak things of the world to con- a power of God. found the things which are mighty; 6 Howbeit we speak wisdom 28 And base things of the world, among them that are a perfect: yet and things which are despised, hath not the wisdom of this world, nor God chosen, yea, and things which of the princes of this world, that are not, to bring to nought things come to nought: that are: 7 But we speak the awisdom of God 29 That no flesh should glory in in a b mystery, even the hidden c wis- his presence. dom, which God d ordained before 30 But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, the world unto our glory: who of God is made unto us wisdom, 8 Which none of the princes of this and righteousness, and a sanctifica- world knew: for had they known it, tion, and redemption: they would not have a crucified the 31 That, according as it is written, Lord of glory. He that glorieth, let him a glory in 9 But as it is written, a Eye hath not the Lord. seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the Chapter 2 things which God hath b prepared The gospel is preached by the power of for them that love him. the Spirit—The Spirit reveals all things 10 But God hath a revealed them unto us by his b Spirit: for the c Spirit to the Saints—The unrepentant natural d searcheth all things, yea, the deep man cannot receive the things of the things of God. Spirit of God. 11 For what man a knoweth the And I, brethren, when I came to you, things of a man, save the spirit of came not with excellency of speech man which is in him? even so the 24 b tg God, Power of. 30 a tg Sanctification. 7 a tg Wisdom. c tg Jesus Christ, 31 a Jer. 9:24 (23–24); b tg Mysteries of Relationships with the 1 Cor. 5:6; Godliness. Father. Alma 26:16 (16, 35). c Col. 2:3. 25 a tg Foolishness. 2 1 a tg Testimony. d gr foreordained. 26 a tg Man, Natural, Not 2 a gr except. 8 a tg Jesus Christ, Spiritually Reborn. b tg Jesus Christ, Crucifixion of. b jst 1 Cor. 1:26 . . . Crucifixion of. 9 a Isa. 64:4; D&C 76:10. chosen . . . 3 a Gal. 4:13; b tg Blessing; Reward. John 12:43 (42–43). Ether 12:23 (23–29). 10 a Alma 5:46 (45–48). tg Called of God. 4 a 1 Thes. 1:5. tg Revelation. 27 a James 2:5 (1–9); b gr persuasive. b 1 Thes. 4:8; 1 Jn. 3:24; D&C 1:23 (18–20, 23). c tg Teaching with the D&C 42:17. b gr shame, frustrate. Spirit. c D&C 35:19. Alma 37:7 (6–7); d 2 Ne. 28:4 (3–5). d gr explores, D&C 133:58 (58–59). tg Priesthood, Power of. investigates. c Ether 12:27 (23–29); 5 a 2 Cor. 4:7. D&C 63:59. D&C 35:13; 124:1. 6 a tg Perfection. 11 a tg Education. 1441 1 Corinthians 2:12–3:13 things of God b knoweth no man, 3 For ye are yet acarnal: for whereas c but the d Spirit of God. there is among you b envying, and 12 Now we have received, not the c strife, and d divisions, are ye not a spirit of the world, but the spirit carnal, and walk as men? which is of God; that we might know 4 For while one saith, I am of Paul; the things that are freely given to and another, I am of Apollos; are ye us of God. not carnal? 13 Which things also we speak, 5 Who then is Paul, and who is not in the words which man’s a wis- Apollos, but a ministers by whom dom teacheth, but which the Holy ye believed, even as the Lord gave Ghost b teacheth; comparing spiri- to every man? tual things with spiritual. 6 I have a planted, Apollos watered; 14 But the anatural man breceiveth but God b gave the c increase. not the things of the c Spirit of God: 7 So then neither is he that plant- for they are d foolishness unto him: eth any thing, neither he that neither can he e know them, because watereth; but God that giveth the they are f spiritually g discerned. increase. 15 But he that is spiritual a judgeth 8 Now he that planteth and he all things, yet he himself is judged that watereth are one: and every of no man. man shall receive his own a reward 16 For who hath known the mind of according to his own labour. the Lord, that he may ainstruct him? 9 For we are a labourers together But we have the b mind of Christ. with God: ye are God’s b husbandry, ye are God’s building. Chapter 3 10 According to the a grace of God Milk comes before meat in the Church— which is given unto me, as a wise Men’s works will be tried by fire—The masterbuilder, I have laid the Saints are the temple of God, and if foundation, and another buildeth they are faithful, they will inherit all thereon. But let every man take things. heed how he buildeth thereupon. 11 For other a foundation can no And I, brethren, could not speak unto man lay than that is laid, which is you as unto spiritual, but as unto Jesus Christ. carnal, even as unto babes in Christ. 12 Now if any man build upon this 2 I have fed you with a milk, and foundation gold, silver, precious not with meat: for hitherto ye were stones, wood, hay, stubble; not able to bear it, neither yet now 13 Every man’s work shall be are ye able. made manifest: for the day shall 11 b Mark 6:52; John 1:5; about; Knowledge. Spiritually Reborn. Jacob 4:8 (8–10, 13); f tg Spirituality. b tg Envy. Alma 26:21 (21–22). g gr examined, tried, c tg Strife. c jst 1 Cor. 2:11 . . . except judged. d tg Apostasy of the he has the Spirit of God. tg Discernment, Early Christian Church. d tg Holy Ghost, Source Spiritual. 5 a gr servants. of Testimony. 15 a gr examines, tries, 2 Cor. 3:6. 12 a D&C 50:15. judges. 6 a John 4:37 (36–38); 13 a 2 Cor. 1:12. 16 a Rom. 11:34; 1 Cor. 9:1. b tg Holy Ghost, D&C 22:4. b gr caused, gave growth. Mission of. tg Counsel. c Mark 4:27 (26–29). 14 a 2 Ne. 9:43 (42–43). b 1 Jn. 3:24 (19–24); 8 a tg Reward; Wages. tg Learn; Man, Natural, 4:12 (7–21); 9 a 2 Cor. 6:1. Not Spiritually Reborn. Moses 4:6. b gr cultivated field, b tg Teachable. 3 2 a Heb. 5:12 (11–14); farm. c tg God, Spirit of. 1 Pet. 2:2 (1–3); 10 a tg Grace. d Ether 12:25 (23–28, 38). D&C 19:22; 50:40. 11 a Matt. 16:18; tg Foolishness. 3 a tg Carnal Mind; 2 Ne. 4:30. e tg God, Knowledge Man, Natural, Not tg Cornerstone. 1 Corinthians 3:14–4:8 1442 declare it, because it shall be re- Apostles suffer, minister, and keep the vealed by fire; and the afire shall btry faith—The kingdom of God is not in every man’s work of what sort it is. word but in power. 14 If any man’s work abide which Let a man so account of us, as of the he hath built thereupon, he shall ministers of Christ, and stewards of receive a reward. the a mysteries of God. 15 If any man’s work shall be 2 Moreover it is required in a stew- burned, he shall suffer loss: but he himself a shall be saved; yet so ards, that a man be found b faithful. 3 But with me it is a very small as by fire. 16 Know ye not that ye are the thing that I should be judged of a temple of God, and that the b Spirit you, or of man’s judgment: yea, I of God dwelleth c in you? judge not mine own self. 17 If any man a defile the temple 4 For I know nothing a by myself; of God, him shall God destroy; for yet am I not hereby justified: but he the temple of God is b holy, which that b judgeth me is the Lord. 5 Therefore judge nothing before temple ye are. the time, until the Lord come, who 18 Let no man deceive himself. If both will bring to light the a hidden any man among you a seemeth to be things of darkness, and will make wise in this world, let him become a b fool, that he may be c wise. b manifest the counsels of the hearts: and then shall every man have 19 For the a wisdom of this b world praise of God. is c foolishness with God. For it is written, He taketh the wise in their 6 And these things, brethren, I have in a figure transferred to myself own d craftiness. and to Apollos for your sakes; that 20 And again, The Lord a knoweth ye might learn in us not to think the thoughts of the wise, that they of men above that which is written, are b vain. that no one of you be a puffed up 21 Therefore let no man a glory in men. For all things are yours; for one against another. 22 Whether a Paul, or Apollos, or 7 For who maketh thee a to differ from another? and what hast thou Cephas, or the world, or life, or that thou didst not b receive? now death, or things present, or things if thou didst receive it, why dost to come; b all are yours; thou glory, as if thou hadst not re- 23 And ye are a Christ’s; and Christ is God’s. ceived it? 8 Now ye are full, now ye are rich, Chapter 4 ye have reigned as kings without us: and I would to God ye did reign, Christ’s ministers must be faithful—The that we also might reign with you. 13 a Mal. 3:2 (2–3). b tg Holiness; Sacred. 4 1 a tg God, Knowledge b gr test, put to proof. 18 a tg Boast. about; tg Test. b 2 Ne. 9:42 (42–43). Mysteries of Godliness. 15 a jst 1 Cor. 3:15 . . . may . . . c tg Learn. 2 a tg Delegation of 16 a tg Body, Sanctity of; 19 a tg God, Wisdom of; Responsibility; Life, Sanctity of; Knowledge; Wisdom. Stewardship. Temple. b tg World; Worldliness. b tg Trustworthiness. b tg God, Spirit of. c tg Foolishness. 4 a jst 1 Cor. 4:4 . . . against c gr in, within, among. d gr cunning, villainy. myself . . . 17 a gr spoil, corrupt, 20 a tg God, Omni- b tg Jesus Christ, Judge. deprave. science of. 5 a D&C 123:13. tg Cleanliness; b gr deceptive, fruitless. b Rom. 2:16. Filthiness; 21 a 1 Cor. 5:6; 6 a gr proud, arrogant. Holy Ghost, Loss of; D&C 76:61 (58–62). D&C 38:24. Pollution; Sacrilege; 22 a D&C 76:99. 7 a gr different from, Uncleanness; b Luke 12:44. superior to. Word of Wisdom. 23 a 2 Cor. 10:7. b Mosiah 4:19. 1443 1 Corinthians 4:9–5:7 9 For I think that God hath set forth the speech of them which are puffed us the a apostles last, as it were b ap- up, but the power. pointed to death: for we are made 20 For the kingdom of God is not a spectacle unto the world, and to in word, but in a power. angels, and to men. 21 aWhat will ye? shall I come unto 10 We are fools for Christ’s sake, but you with a rod, or in love, and in ye are wise in Christ; we are weak, the spirit of b meekness? but ye are strong; ye are honourable, but we are despised. Chapter 5 11 Even unto this present hour we both hunger, and thirst, and are The Church cannot fellowship sinners naked, and are a buffeted, and have —Christ, our passover, was sacrificed no certain dwellingplace; for us. 12 And a labour, working with our It is reported commonly that there b own c hands: being d reviled, we is a fornication among you, and bless; being e persecuted, we f suffer such fornication as is not so much it: as named among the Gentiles, that 13 Being defamed, we entreat: we one should have his father’s wife. are made as the filth of the world, 2 And ye are a puffed up, and have and are the offscouring of all things not rather mourned, that he that unto this day. hath done this deed might be taken 14 I write not these things to away from among you. a shame you, but as my beloved bsons 3 For I verily, a as absent in body, I c warn you. but present in spirit, have judged 15 For though ye have ten thou- already, as though I were present, sand instructors in Christ, yet have concerning him that hath so done ye not many fathers: for in Christ this deed, Jesus I have begotten you through 4 In the name of our Lord Jesus the a gospel. Christ, when ye are gathered to- 16 Wherefore I beseech you, be ye gether, a and my spirit, with the a followers of me. power of our Lord Jesus Christ, 17 For this cause have I sent unto 5 To a deliver such an one unto Sa- you a Timotheus, who is my beloved tan for the b destruction of the flesh, son, and faithful in the Lord, who that the spirit may be saved in the shall bring you into remembrance c day of the Lord Jesus. of my ways which be in Christ, as I 6 Your a glorying is not good. Know teach every where in every church. ye not that a little leaven leaveneth 18 Now some are a puffed up, as the whole lump? though I would not come to you. 7 a Purge out therefore the old 19 But I will come to you shortly, leaven, that ye may be a new lump, if the Lord will, and will know, not as ye are b unleavened. For even 9 a gr last apostles. c tg Warn. 2 a Alma 5:53 (53–56); 6:3. Rom. 1:1; 15 a tg Gospel. 3 a gr as it were. 1 Ne. 11:34 (33–34). 16 a gr imitators. 4 a jst 1 Cor. 5:4 . . . and b D&C 42:48. 1 Cor. 11:1. have the Spirit, with . . . 11 a gr roughly treated, 17 a Acts 16:1; 5 a 1 Tim. 1:20; afflicted. 1 Tim. 1:2. D&C 78:12 (11–12). 12 a tg Labor. 18 a tg Apostasy of the b tg Punish. b tg Self-Sacrifice. Early Christian Church. c D&C 2:1; 19:3; 39:21; c D&C 38:40. 20 a 1 Cor. 1:18 (17–18); 45:12 (12–34); d tg Malice; D&C 18:47; 42:14. Moses 7:65 (59–67). Reviling. tg Priesthood, Power of. 6 a gr boasting. e tg Persecution. 21 a ie Which do you choose? 1 Cor. 1:31; f gr endure patiently. b gr gentleness, kindness. 3:21 (18–21). 14 a tg Shame. 5 1 a gr sexual immorality. 7 a D&C 43:11. b 1 Thes. 2:11. tg Sexual Immorality. b tg Bread, Unleavened. 1 Corinthians 5:8–6:11 1444 Christ our c passover is sacrificed world shall be judged by you, are for us: ye unworthy to judge the smallest 8 Therefore let us keep the a feast, matters? not with old b leaven, neither with 3 Know ye not that we shall judge the leaven of malice and wicked- angels? how much more things that ness; but with the unleavened bread pertain to this life? of c sincerity and truth. 4 If then ye have judgments of 9 I wrote unto you in an a epistle things pertaining to this life, set not to b company with c fornicators: them to judge who are least es- 10 Yet not altogether with the for- teemed in the church. nicators of this world, or with the 5 I speak to your a shame. Is it so, a covetous, or b extortioners, or with that there is not a wise man among idolaters; for then must ye needs go you? no, not one that shall be able out of the world. to judge between his brethren? 11 But now I have written unto you 6 But brother goeth to law with not to keep a company, if any man brother, and that before the unbe- that is called a brother be a fornicator, lievers. or covetous, or an idolater, or a railer, 7 Now therefore there is utterly or a bdrunkard, or an extortioner; with a fault among you, because ye go such an one c no not to d eat. to law one with another. Why do 12 For what have I to do to judge ye not rather take a wrong? why them also that are a without? do not do ye not rather b suffer yourselves to ye b judge them that are within? be c defrauded? 13 But them that are without God 8 Nay, ye do wrong, and a defraud, judgeth. Therefore put away from and that your brethren. among yourselves that wicked person. 9 Know ye not that the a unrigh- teous shall not binherit the kingdom Chapter 6 of God? Be not deceived: neither Church members should not fight one c fornicators, nor idolaters, nor dadul- another in the courts—The unrighteous terers, nor e effeminate, nor f abusers will not be saved—True Saints are the of themselves with mankind, temple of the Holy Ghost. 10 Nor a thieves, nor covetous, nor b drunkards, nor c revilers, nor d ex- Dare any of you, having a a matter tortioners, shall inherit the king- against another, go to b law before dom of God. the unjust, and not before the saints? 11 And such were some of you: but 2 Do ye not know that the saints ye are a washed, but ye are b sancti- shall a judge the b world? and if the fied, but ye are justified in the cname 7 c tg Jesus Christ, Types b 1 Cor. 6:1. c gr sexually of, in Anticipation; 6 1 a Ex. 18:16. immoral persons, Passover. b Matt. 18:17; 1 Cor. 5:12; male prostitutes. 8 a Ex. 12:14 (14–17). D&C 64:12 (9–12). tg Fornication. b tg Leaven. 2 a See jst Matt. 7:1–2 d tg Adulterer; c tg Sincere. (Matt. 7:1 note a). Sexual Immorality. 9 a tg Scriptures, Lost. Dan. 7:22; Rev. 20:4. e gr catamites. b 2 Thes. 3:6 (6, 11–15). tg Judgment, the Last. f gr male homosexuals. c gr sexually b tg World. tg Homosexual immoral persons, 5 a tg Shame. Behavior. male prostitutes. 7 a tg Retribution. 10 a tg Stealing. tg Fornication. b tg Forbear. b tg Drunkenness; 10 a tg Covet. c Luke 6:29 (29–30). Word of Wisdom. b gr swindlers, robbers. 8 a tg Fraud; Injustice; c tg Reviling. 11 a Rom. 16:17. Selfishness. d gr robbers. b tg Drunkenness. 9 a 1 Ne. 10:21; 11 a tg Baptism; Wash. c gr not even. Alma 11:37; 40:26; b tg Sanctification. d 2 Jn. 1:10. Moses 6:57. c tg Jesus Christ, Taking 12 a gr outside, foreign, not tg Worthiness. the Name of; belonging. b John 3:5; 1 Cor. 15:50. Name. 1445 1 Corinthians 6:12–7:9 of the Lord Jesus, and by the d Spirit Chapter 7 of our God. 12 aAll things are lawful unto me, Paul answers special questions about marriage among those called on mis- but all things are not b expedient: sions—Paul praises self-discipline. all things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the Now concerning the things whereof power of any. ye wrote unto me: a It is good for a 13 Meats for the belly, and the belly man not to touch a woman. for meats: but God shall destroy both 2 Nevertheless, a to avoid b fornica- it and them. Now the body is not for tion, let every man have his own a fornication, but for the Lord; and c wife, and let every woman have the Lord for the body. her own husband. 14 And God hath both raised up 3 Let the ahusband render unto the the Lord, and will also a raise up us b wife due cbenevolence: and likewise by his own power. also the wife unto the husband. 15 Know ye not that your bodies 4 The wife hath not power of her are the a members of Christ? shall own body, but the husband: and I then take the members of Christ, likewise also the husband hath and make them the members of an not power of his own body, but the harlot? God forbid. wife. 16 What? know ye not that he 5 a Defraud ye not one the other, which is joined to an harlot is one except it be with consent for a time, body ? for two, saith he, shall be that ye may give yourselves to fast- a one flesh. ing and prayer; and come together 17 But he that is joined unto the again, that b Satan c tempt you not Lord is a one spirit. for your incontinency. 18 Flee fornication. Every sin that 6 But I speak this by permission, a man doeth is without the body; and not of commandment. but he that committeth fornication 7 For I would that all men were sinneth against his own body. even as I myself. But every man hath 19 What? know ye not that your his a proper b gift of God, one after a body is the b temple of the Holy this manner, and another after that. Ghost which is in you, which ye 8 I say therefore to the unmarried have of God, and ye are not your and a widows, It is good for them if c own? they abide even as I. 20 For ye are a bought with a price: 9 a But if they cannot b contain, let therefore glorify God in your body, them marry: for it is better to marry and in your spirit, which are God’s. than to c burn. 11 d tg God, Spirit of. b tg Temple. ye not one from the 12 a jst 1 Cor. 6:12 All c 1 Cor. 7:23. other . . . these things are not 20 a Ex. 15:16; tg Family, Love within; lawful unto me, and 1 Pet. 1:18 (17–21); Fraud. all these things are not 2 Pet. 2:1. b tg Devil. expedient. All things 7 1 a jst 1 Cor. 7:1 . . . saying, c tg Test. are not lawful for me, It is good . . . 7 a gr own. therefore I will not . . . 2 a jst 1 Cor. 7:2 . . . I say, to b tg God, Gifts of; b gr beneficial, avoid . . . Holy Ghost, Gifts of. advantageous. b tg Fornication. 8 a tg Widows. 13 a gr sexual immorality. c tg Marriage, Marry; 9 a jst 1 Cor. 7:9 But if they tg Chastity; Marriage, Wives. cannot abide, let them Fornication. 3 a tg Marriage, Husbands. marry; for it is better 14 a tg Resurrection. b tg Marriage, Wives. to marry than that any 15 a Eph. 5:30. c tg Benevolence; should commit sin. 16 a tg Marriage, Marry. Family, Love within; b gr use self-control. 17 a 3 Ne. 19:23 (23, 29). Marriage, Continuing c gr burn with lust. 19 a tg Body, Sanctity of; Courtship in. Chastity. 5 a jst 1 Cor. 7:5 Depart 1 Corinthians 7:10–31 1446 10 And unto the married I com- 20 Let every man abide in the same mand, yet not I, but the Lord, Let calling wherein he was called. not the a wife b depart from her 21 Art thou called being a servant? husband: care not for it: but if thou mayest 11 But and if she depart, let her re- be made free, use it rather. main unmarried, or be a reconciled 22 For he that is called in the Lord, to her husband: and let not the hus- being a servant, is the Lord’s a free- band b put away his wife. man: likewise also he that is called, 12 But to the rest speak I, not the being free, is Christ’s b servant. Lord: If any brother hath a wife that 23 Ye are a bought with a price; be believeth not, and she be pleased not ye the b servants of men. to dwell with him, let him not put 24 Brethren, let every man, wherein her away. he is called, therein abide with 13 And the woman which hath an God. a husband that believeth not, and if 25 Now concerning virgins I have he be pleased to dwell with her, let no commandment of the Lord: yet her not leave him. I give my judgment, as one that 14 a For the unbelieving b husband hath obtained a mercy of the Lord is c sanctified by the wife, and the to be faithful. unbelieving wife is d sanctified by 26 I suppose therefore that this the husband: else were your chil- is good for the present a distress, dren unclean; but now are they holy. I say, that it is good for a man so 15 But if the unbelieving depart, to be. let him depart. A brother or a sister 27 Art thou bound unto a wife? is not under bondage in such cases: seek not to be loosed. Art thou loosed but God hath called us a to peace. from a wife? seek not a wife. 16 For what knowest thou, O wife, 28 But and if thou marry, thou hast whether thou shalt a save thy hus- not sinned; and if a virgin marry, band? or how knowest thou, O man, she hath not sinned. Nevertheless whether thou shalt save thy wife? such shall have trouble in the flesh: 17 But as a God hath distributed to but I spare you. every man, as the Lord hath called 29 a But this I say, brethren, the every one, so let him walk. And so time is short: it remaineth, that both b ordain I in all churches. they that have wives be as though 18 Is any man called being cir­ they had none; cumcised? let him not a become 30 And they that weep, as though uncircumcised. Is any called in they wept not; and they that re- uncircumcision? let him not be joice, as though they rejoiced not; circumcised. and they that buy, as though they 19 a Circumcision is nothing, and possessed not; uncircumcision is nothing, but the 31 And they that use this world, keeping of the commandments of as not abusing it: for the a fashion of God. this b world passeth away. 10 a Matt. 5:32. 15 a gr in. b gr slaves. tg Chastity; 16 a tg Family, Love within. 25 a 1 Tim. 1:13. Family, Patriarchal. 17 a Rom. 12:3. 26 a gr trial, affliction. b tg Divorce. b gr order, prescribe. jst 1 Cor. 7:26 . . . 11 a tg Peacemakers; 18 a gr conceal, obliterate distress, for a man so Reconciliation. circumcision. to remain that he may do b tg Divorce. 19 a tg Circumcision. greater good. 13 a tg Marriage, Husbands. 22 a Mosiah 5:8; 29 a jst 1 Cor. 7:29–33, 38 14 a D&C 74. D&C 88:86. (Appendix). b tg Marriage, Interfaith. b Eph. 6:6; 31 a James 4:14; c tg Sanctification. Col. 3:24. 1 Jn. 2:17. d gr cleansed. 23 a 1 Cor. 6:19 (19–20). b tg Worldliness. 1447 1 Corinthians 7:32–8:9 32 But I would have you without after my judgment: and I think also a carefulness. He that is unmarried that I have the Spirit of God. careth for the things that belong to the Lord, how he may please Chapter 8 the Lord: 33 But he that is married careth There are many gods and many lords— for the things that are of the world, To us there is one God (the Father) and how he may please his wife. one Lord, who is Christ. 34 There is difference also between Now a as touching things offered a wife and a virgin. The unmarried unto b idols, we know that we all woman careth for the things of the have knowledge. Knowledge puffeth Lord, that she may be holy both up, but c charity d edifieth. in body and in spirit: but she that 2 And if any man think that he is married careth for the things of knoweth any thing, he knoweth the world, how she may please her nothing yet as he ought to a know. husband. 3 But if any man love God, the 35 And this I speak for your own same is a known of him. profit; not that I may cast a snare 4 As concerning therefore the eat- upon you, but for that which is ing of those things a that are offered comely, and that ye may attend in sacrifice unto bidols, we know that upon the Lord without distraction. an c idol is nothing in the world, and 36 But if any man think that he that there is none other God but one. behaveth himself uncomely toward 5 For though there be that are his virgin, if she pass the flower of called gods, whether in heaven or her age, and need so require, let him in earth, (as there be gods many, do what he will, he sinneth not: let and lords many,) them marry. 6 But to us there is but one a God, 37 Nevertheless he that standeth the b Father, of whom are all things, steadfast in his heart, having no and we in him; and one c Lord Jesus necessity, but hath power over his Christ, by whom are d all things, and own will, and hath so decreed in his we by him. heart that he will keep his virgin, 7 Howbeit there is not in every man doeth well. that knowledge: for some with con- 38 a So then he that giveth her in science of the idol unto this hour marriage doeth well; but he that eat it as a thing offered unto an idol; giveth her not in marriage doeth and their a conscience being weak better. is defiled. 39 The a wife is bound by the b law 8 But a meat commendeth us not to as long as her husband liveth; but God: for neither, if we eat, are we if her husband be dead, she is at the better; neither, if we eat not, are liberty to be married to whom she we the worse. will; only in the Lord. 9 But take heed lest by any means 40 But she is happier if she so abide, this a liberty of yours become a 32 a gr cares. d gr builds up, tg Idolatry. 38 a jst 1 Cor. 7:38 So then strengthens, establishes, c 1 Cor. 10:19 (19–20). he that giveth himself in repairs. 6 a tg Godhead. marriage doeth well; tg Edification. b Dan. 2:47; but he that giveth 2 a tg Education; Eph. 4:6. himself not in marriage Study. c tg Jesus Christ, Lord. doeth better. 3 a John 10:14. d tg Jesus Christ, 39 a tg Marriage, Wives. 4 a jst 1 Cor. 8:4 . . . which Power of. b tg Marriage, Temporal. are in the world offered 7 a tg Conscience. 8 1 a gr concerning. in sacrifice unto idols, 8 a tg Food. b Acts 15:29. we know that an idol is 9 a tg Liberty; c gr love. nothing, and . . . Motivations. tg Charity. b Gal. 4:8. 1 Corinthians 8:10–9:16 1448 b stumblingblock to them that are 7 Who goeth a a warfare any time c weak. at his own charges? who planteth 10 For if any man see thee which a b vineyard, and c eateth not of the hast knowledge sit at meat in the fruit thereof? or who feedeth a flock, idol’s temple, shall not the con- and eateth not of the milk of the science of him which is weak be flock? emboldened to eat those things 8 Say I these things as a man? or which are offered to idols; saith not the law the same also? 11 And through thy knowledge 9 For it is written in the law of shall the weak brother perish, for Moses, Thou shalt not a muzzle the whom Christ died? mouth of the ox that treadeth out the 12 But when ye sin so against the corn. Doth God take care for oxen? a brethren, and wound their weak 10 Or saith he it altogether for our conscience, ye sin against Christ. sakes? For our sakes, no doubt, this 13 Wherefore, if meat a make my is a written: that he that ploweth brother to b offend, I will c eat no should plow in hope; and that he flesh while the world standeth, lest that thresheth in hope should be I make my brother to offend. b partaker of his hope. 11 If we have sown unto you a spiri­ Chapter 9 tual things, is it a great thing if we shall reap your carnal things? Paul rejoices in his Christian liberty— 12 If others be partakers of this He preaches the gospel to all without power over you, are not we rather? charge—He is all things to all men to Nevertheless we have not used this gain converts. a power; but suffer all things, lest Am I not an a apostle? am I not free? we should hinder the gospel of have I not b seen Jesus Christ our Christ. Lord? are not ye my c work in the 13 Do ye not know that they which Lord? a minister about holy things b live of 2 If I be not an apostle unto oth- the things of the temple? and they ers, yet doubtless I am to you: for which wait at the altar are partak- the a seal of mine apostleship are ye ers with the altar? in the Lord. 14 Even so hath the Lord ordained 3 Mine a answer to them that do that they which a preach the b gospel b examine me is this, should c live of the gospel. 4 Have we not power to eat and 15 But I have used none of these to drink? things: neither have I written these 5 Have we not power to lead about things, that it should be so done a sister, a a wife, as well as other unto me: for it were better for me apostles, and as the b brethren of to die, than that any man should the Lord, and Cephas? make my glorying void. 6 Or I only and Barnabas, have 16 For though I preach the a gos- not we power to forbear working? pel, I have nothing to glory of: for 9 b Rom. 14:13; Gal. 1:12. c Prov. 27:18. 1 Cor. 10:32 (24–33). c 1 Cor. 3:6. 9 a Deut. 25:4. c Rom. 14:1. 2 a gr certification, proof, 10 a Rom. 15:4. 12 a 1 Jn. 3:14 (10–18). token. b 2 Tim. 2:6 (5–6). 13 a gr cause my brother to 2 Cor. 3:2. 11 a Rom. 15:27. stumble, falter. 3 a gr defense. 12 a gr authority. b Rom. 14:21 (20–21). b gr question, call into 13 a Deut. 18:1 (1–2). c tg Abstain. account, judge. b gr eat. 9 1 a 2 Cor. 12:11 (11–12); 5 a Matt. 8:14. 14 a Rom. 2:21 (21–23); Gal. 2:7 (7–8); b Matt. 12:46; Alma 39:11 (11–12). 1 Tim. 2:7. John 7:3 (3, 5, 10). b tg Gospel. b Acts 9:17 (3, 17); 7 a 2 Cor. 10:4. c Matt. 10:10. 2 Cor. 12:1 (1, 7); b Deut. 20:6. 16 a tg Gospel. 1449 1 Corinthians 9:17–10:8 b necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is 26 I therefore so run, not as un- unto me, if I c preach not the gospel! certainly; so fight I, not as one that 17 For if I do this thing a willingly, beateth the air: I have a b reward: but if against my 27 But I a keep under my b body, will, a c dispensation of the gospel is and bring it into subjection: lest committed unto me. that by any means, when I have 18 What is my reward then? Verily preached to others, I myself should that, when I preach the gospel, I may be a castaway. make the gospel of Christ without a charge, that I abuse not my power Chapter 10 in the gospel. Christ is the God of Israel and the 19 For though I be free from all spiritual Rock that guided them — men, yet have I made myself a ser- Ancient Israel rebelled against Christ vant unto all, that I might gain the more. —Paul contrasts true and false 20 And unto the Jews I became as sacraments. a Jew, that I might gain the Jews; to Moreover, brethren, I would not them that are under the law, as un- that ye should be ignorant, how that der the law, that I might gain them all our fathers were under the acloud, that are under the law; and all passed through the b sea; 21 To them that are without law, 2 And were all a baptized unto Mo- as without law, (being not without ses in the cloud and in the sea; law to God, but under the law to 3 And did all eat the same spiri- Christ,) that I might gain them that tual a meat; are without law. 4 And did all drink the same spiri­ 22 To the weak became I as a weak, tual drink: for they drank of that that I might gain the weak: I am spiritual Rock that followed them: made b all things to all men, that I and that a Rock was Christ. might by all means save some. 5 But with many of them a God 23 And this I do for the gospel’s was not well b pleased: for they were sake, that I might be partaker thereof c overthrown in the d wilderness. with you. 6 Now these things were our a ex- 24 Know ye not that they which amples, to the intent we should not run in a race run all, but one re- b lust after evil things, as they also ceiveth the prize? So run, that ye lusted. may obtain. 7 Neither be ye idolaters, as were 25 And every man that striveth some of them; as it is written, The for the a mastery is b temperate in a people sat down to eat and drink, all things. Now they do it to obtain and rose up to play. a corruptible c crown; but we an d in- 8 Neither let us commit a fornica- corruptible. tion, as some of them committed, 16 b tg Duty. tg Self-Mastery. Jesus Christ, Types of, c tg Missionary Work; b tg Temperance. in Anticipation; Preaching. c tg Reward. Rock. 17 a tg Initiative. d 1 Pet. 1:4 (1–16). 5 a Num. 21:5; b tg Reward. 27 a gr rigorously discipline. Ezek. 20:13 (10–26). c Gal. 2:7. b tg Chastity. b D&C 68:31. tg Dispensations. 10 1 a Ps. 99:7; c gr strewn, buried. 18 a Acts 20:34 (33–34); D&C 103:20 (19–20). Heb. 3:17. 2 Cor. 11:7; b tg Israel, d Num. 26:65 (64–65); 1 Thes. 2:9; Deliverance of. Jude 1:5. Mosiah 2:14 (12, 14–18). 2 a tg Baptism; 6 a gr types. 19 a 2 Cor. 4:5. Baptism, Essential. b gr desire, long for. tg Servant. 3 a Ex. 16:15. tg Lust. 22 a 2 Cor. 11:29. 4 a 3 Ne. 15:5. 7 a Ex. 32:6. b 1 Cor. 10:33 (32–33). tg Cornerstone; 8 a tg Fornication. 25 a 2 Tim. 2:5. Jesus Christ, Jehovah; 1 Corinthians 10:9–29 1450 and fell in one day three and twenty 19 What say I then? that the idol thousand. is any thing, or that which is of- 9 Neither let us a tempt Christ, as fered in sacrifice to a idols is any some of them also tempted, and thing? were destroyed of serpents. 20 But I say, that the things which 10 Neither a murmur ye, as some the Gentiles sacrifice, they a sacri- of them also murmured, and were fice to devils, and not to God: and I b destroyed of the destroyer. would not that ye should have fel- 11 Now all these things happened lowship with devils. unto them for aensamples: band they 21 Ye cannot drink the a cup of the are c written for our d admonition, Lord, and the cup of devils: ye can- upon whom the ends of the world not be partakers of the Lord’s table, are come. and of the table of devils. 12 Wherefore let him that think­ 22 Do we provoke the Lord to ajeal- eth he a standeth take heed lest he ousy ? are we stronger than he? b fall. 23 aAll things are lawful for me, 13 There hath no temptation ataken but all things are not b expedient: you but such as is common to man: all things are lawful for me, but all but God is faithful, who will not things c edify not. suffer you to be b tempted above 24 Let no man seek his a own, but that ye are able; but will with the every man another’s b wealth. c temptation also make a way to 25 Whatsoever is sold in the asham- d escape, that ye may be able to bles, that eat, asking no question for e bear it. conscience sake: 14 Wherefore, my dearly beloved, 26 For the a earth is the Lord’s, and flee from a idolatry. the fulness thereof. 15 I speak as to wise men; judge 27 If any of them that believe not ye what I say. bid you to a a feast, and ye be dis- 16 The a cup of b blessing which we posed to go; whatsoever is set be- bless, is it not the ccommunion of the fore you, eat, asking no question for blood of Christ? The bread which conscience sake. we break, is it not the communion 28 But if any man say unto you, of the body of Christ? This is offered in sacrifice unto idols, 17 For we being many are one bread, eat not for his sake that shewed it, and one body: for we are all partak- and for conscience sake: for the ers of that one bread. earth is the Lord’s, and the fulness 18 Behold Israel after the flesh: are thereof: not they which eat of the sacrifices 29 Conscience, I say, not thine a partakers of the altar? own, but of the other: for why is my 9 a tg Test. b Job 4:7 (1, 2, 7); 37:23; 21 a 2 Cor. 6:16 (14–17). 10 a tg Murmuring. Ps. 34:17 (17, 19); 22 a tg Jealous. b Num. 14:37. 1 Ne. 22:19; 23 a jst 1 Cor. 10:23 All 11 a gr types. Alma 14:11. things are not lawful tg Example. tg Test. for me, for all things b jst 1 Cor. 10:11 . . . and c tg Temptation. are not expedient; all they were written for d D&C 95:1. things are not lawful, our admonition also, e tg Strength. for all things edify not. and for an admonition for 14 a tg Idolatry. b gr advantageous, those upon whom the 16 a Matt. 26:27 (26–29). appropriate, beneficial. end of the world shall b tg Blessing. c tg Edification. come. c gr aid, fellowship, 24 a Philip. 2:21 (17–30). c Rom. 15:4. partnership. b jst 1 Cor. 10:24 . . . good. d tg Warn. 18 a gr sharers, partners. 25 a gr market. 12 a Philip. 4:1 (1–7). 19 a 1 Cor. 8:4. 26 a Ps. 24:1. b Acts 1:25; 20 a Deut. 32:17. tg God, Works of. D&C 3:9; 58:15. tg Sacrifice; 27 a Ex. 34:15. 13 a gr seized upon. Superstitions. 1451 1 Corinthians 10:30–11:18 liberty judged of another man’s that is a even all one as if she were a conscience? shaven. 30 For if I a by grace be a partaker, 6 For if the woman be not covered, why am I evil spoken of for that for let her also be shorn: but if it be a which I give thanks? a shame for a woman to be shorn or 31 Whether therefore ye eat, or shaven, let her be covered. drink, or whatsoever ye do, a do all 7 For a man indeed ought not to to the glory of God. cover his head, forasmuch as he is 32 Give none a offence, neither to the image and glory of God: but the Jews, nor to the Gentiles, nor the woman is the glory of the man. to the church of God: 8 For the man is not of the woman; 33 Even as I please all men in all but the woman of the man. things, not aseeking mine own profit, 9 Neither was the man created but the b profit of many, that they for the woman; but the woman for may be c saved. the man. 10 For this cause ought the woman Chapter 11 to have power on her head because Paul speaks of certain customs of hair of the angels. and grooming—Heresies will arise 11 Nevertheless neither is the a man without the woman, neither that test and prove the faithful—The the b woman without the man, in sacramental emblems are partaken the Lord. in remembrance of the f lesh and 12 For as the woman is of the blood of Christ—Beware of partaking man, even so is the man also by the unworthily. woman; but all things of God. Be ye a followers of me, even as I 13 Judge in yourselves: is it acomely also am of Christ. that a woman pray unto God un- 2 Now I praise you, brethren, a that covered? ye remember me in all things, and 14 Doth not even nature itself teach keep the b ordinances, as I delivered you, that, if a man have long a hair, them to you. it is a shame unto him? 3 But I would have you know, that 15 But if a woman have long hair, the head of every man is Christ; it is a glory to her: for her hair is and the a head of the b woman is given her for a covering. the man; and the c head of Christ is 16 But if any man seem to be a con- God. tentious, we have no such custom, 4 Every man praying or prophe- neither the churches of God. sying, having his head covered, dis- 17 Now in this that I declare unto honoureth his head. you I praise you not, that ye come 5 But every woman that prayeth together not for the better, but for or prophesieth with her head un- the worse. covered dishonoureth her head: for 18 For first of all, when ye come 29 a tg Conscience. 2 a gr because. 11 a tg Family, Eternal; 30 a gr with gratitude, b gr precepts, doctrines, Marriage, Celestial; graciousness. traditions. Marriage, Continuing 31 a Col. 3:17 (17–23). tg Ordinance. Courtship in; 32 a Rom. 14:13 (11–21); 3 a tg Marriage, Marriage, Husbands. 1 Cor. 8:9 (7–13). Husbands. b tg Marriage, Wives. tg Offense. b tg Marriage, Wives; 13 a gr proper, fitting, 33 a 2 Cor. 12:14. Woman. becoming. b gr benefit, advantage. c tg Jesus Christ, 14 a Ezek. 44:20. c 1 Cor. 9:22 (19–23). Relationships with the 16 a 1 Cor. 14:33 (33, 40); 11 1 a gr imitators. Father. 3 Ne. 11:22. 1 Cor. 4:16; 5 a gr one and the same as. tg Contention. Eph. 5:1 (1–5). 6 a tg Shame. 1 Corinthians 11:19–12:4 1452 together in the a church, I hear that and so let him eat of that bread, and there be b divisions among you; and drink of that cup. I partly believe it. 29 For he that eateth and drinketh 19 For there must be also a here- a unworthily, eateth and drinketh sies among you, that they which are b damnation to himself, not discern- approved may be made manifest ing the Lord’s body. among you. 30 For this cause many are weak 20 When ye come together there- and a sickly among you, and many fore into one place, a this is not to sleep. eat the Lord’s supper. 31 For if we would ajudge ourselves, 21 For in eating every one taketh we should not be judged. before other his own supper: and one 32 But when we are judged, we is hungry, and another is drunken. are a chastened of the Lord, that 22 What? have ye not houses to eat we should not be condemned with and to drink in? or despise ye the the world. a church of God, and b shame them 33 Wherefore, my brethren, when that have not? What shall I say to ye come together to eat, tarry one you? shall I praise you in this? I for another. praise you not. 34 And if any man hunger, let him 23 For I have received of the Lord eat at home; that ye come not to- that which also I delivered unto you, gether unto condemnation. And the That the Lord Jesus the same night in rest will I set in order when I come. which he was betrayed took a bread: 24 And when he had given thanks, Chapter 12 he brake it, and said, Take, eat: this is my body, which is broken for you: The Holy Ghost reveals that Jesus is the this do in a remembrance of me. Christ—Spiritual gifts are present among 25 After the same manner also he the Saints—Apostles, prophets, and took the cup, when he had supped, miracles are found in the true Church. saying, This cup is the new testa- Now concerning spiritual gifts, breth- ment in my blood: this do ye, as ren, I would not have you ignorant. oft as ye drink it, in remembrance 2 Ye know that ye were Gentiles, of me. a carried away unto these dumb 26 For as often as ye eat this abread, b idols, even as ye were led. and drink this cup, ye do b shew the 3 Wherefore I give you to under- Lord’s c death till he come. stand, that no man speaking by the 27 Wherefore whosoever shall eat Spirit of God calleth Jesus accursed: this abread, and drink this cup of the and that no man can a say that Jesus Lord, b unworthily, shall c be d guilty is the b Lord, but by the c Holy Ghost. of the body and blood of the Lord. 4 Now there are diversities of agifts, 28 But let a man aexamine himself, but the same Spirit. 18 a tg Assembly for 26 a tg Sacrament. 31 a gr scrutinize, examine. Worship; Meetings. b gr proclaim, announce. 32 a tg Chastening. b gr dissensions, schisms. c tg Jesus Christ, 12 2 a gr led astray. tg Apostasy of the Death of. b tg Idolatry. Early Christian Church; 27 a tg Bread of Life. 3 a tg Revelation; Church. b 3 Ne. 18:29 (28–32); Testimony. 19 a gr sects, factions. Morm. 9:29. b tg Jesus Christ, Lord. 20 a jst 1 Cor. 11:20 . . . is c gr offend against. c John 6:44 (44, 63–65). it not to eat the Lord’s d tg Guilt. tg Holy Ghost, supper? 28 a 2 Cor. 13:5 (5–7). Mission of; Holy Ghost, 22 a tg Church. 29 a tg Sacrament. Source of Testimony; b tg Shame. b gr condemnation, Inspiration. 23 a 3 Ne. 20:8 (3–9). judgment. 4 a tg God, Gifts of; 24 a tg Jesus Christ, Types tg Damnation. Holy Ghost, Gifts of; of, in Memory. 30 a tg Sickness. Holy Ghost, Mission of. 1453 1 Corinthians 12:5–29 5 And there are differences of ad- whole were hearing, where were the ministrations, but the same Lord. smelling? 6 And there are diversities of opera­ 18 But now hath God set the mem- tions, but it is the same God which bers every one of them in the body, worketh all in all. as it hath pleased him. 7 But the manifestation of the 19 And if they were all one mem- a Spirit is given to every man to ber, where were the body ? profit withal. 20 But now are they many members, 8 For to one is a given by the b Spirit yet but one body. the c word of d wisdom; to another 21 And the eye cannot say unto the the word of e knowledge by the hand, I have no need of thee: nor same Spirit; again the a head to the feet, I have 9 To another a faith by the same no need of you. Spirit; to another the gifts of b heal- 22 Nay, much more those mem- ing by the same Spirit; bers of the body, which seem to be 10 To another the working of amira- a more feeble, are necessary: cles; to another bprophecy; to another 23 And those members of the body, c discerning of spirits; to another which we think to be less honour- divers kinds of tongues; to another able, upon these we bestow more the interpretation of d tongues: abundant honour; and our un- 11 But all these worketh that one comely parts have more abundant and the selfsame Spirit, dividing comeliness. to every man severally as he will. 24 For our comely parts have no 12 For as the body is one, and hath need: but God hath tempered the many members, and all the mem- body together, having given more bers of that one body, being many, abundant honour to that part which are one body: so also is Christ. lacked: 13 For by one Spirit are we all 25 That there should be no schism baptized into one a body, whether in the body; but that the members we be Jews or b Gentiles, whether we should have the same a care one for be c bond or free; and have been all another. made to drink into one Spirit. 26 And whether one member a suf- 14 For the body is not one mem- fer, all the members b suffer with it; ber, but many. or one member be honoured, all the 15 If the foot shall say, Because members rejoice with it. I am not the hand, I am not of 27 Now ye are the body of a Christ, the body; is it therefore not of the and b members in particular. body ? 28 And God hath set some in the 16 And if the ear shall say, Be- church, first a apostles, secondarily cause I am not the eye, I am not of b prophets, thirdly c teachers, after the body; is it therefore not of the that miracles, then gifts of healings, body ? helps, d governments, diversities of 17 If the whole body were an eye, tongues. where were the hearing? If the 29 Are all apostles? are all prophets? 7 a D&C 46:16 (8–18). b tg Prophecy. 25 a 1 Cor. 1:10 (10–15). tg God, Spirit of. c tg Discernment, 26 a tg Suffering. 8 a D&C 35:23. Spiritual. b tg Compassion. b D&C 25:7; 35:19. d tg Language. 27 a tg Jesus Christ, Head of c D&C 89:2. 13 a tg Church. the Church. d tg Wisdom. b gr Greeks. b tg Church e Moro. 10:10. Col. 3:11. Organization. tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of; c gr slaves. 28 a tg Apostles. Knowledge. D&C 24:11; 43:20. b tg Prophets, 9 a tg Faith. 21 a D&C 84:109. Mission of. b tg Heal. tg Leadership. c tg Teacher. 10 a tg Miracle. 22 a gr weaker. d tg Governments. 1 Corinthians 12:30–14:4 1454 are all teachers? are all workers of shall fail; whether there be tongues, a miracles? they shall cease; whether there be 30 Have all the gifts of healing? knowledge, it shall vanish away. do all speak with tongues? do all 9 For we know in part, and we interpret? prophesy in part. 31 But a covet earnestly the best 10 But when that which is perfect b gifts: and yet shew I unto you a is come, then that which is in part more c excellent way. shall be done away. 11 When I was a child, I spake as Chapter 13 a child, I understood as a child, I Paul discusses the high status of char- thought as a child: but when I be- ity—Charity, a pure love, excels and came a man, I put away childish exceeds almost all else. things. 12 For now we see through a aglass, Though I speak with the tongues b darkly; but then face to face: now I of men and of angels, and have not know in part; but then shall I know a charity, I am become as sounding even as also I am known. brass, or a tinkling cymbal. 13 And now abideth a faith, b hope, 2 And though I have the gift of c charity, these three; but the great- a prophecy, and understand all est of these is charity. b mysteries, and all knowledge; and though I have all faith, so that I Chapter 14 could remove mountains, and have People should desire spiritual gifts— not charity, I am nothing. Tongues and prophecy are compared— 3 And though I bestow all my goods Prophecy is the greater gift—Paul says, to feed the a poor, and though I give my body to be burned, and have You may all prophesy; covet to prophesy. not charity, it profiteth me nothing. a Follow after charity, and desire 4 a Charity b suffereth long, and is spiritual b gifts, but rather that ye c kind; charity d envieth not; charity may prophesy. vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, 2 For he that speaketh in a an un- 5 Doth not behave itself aunseemly, known tongue speaketh not unto b seeketh not her own, is not easily men, but unto God: for no man c provoked, thinketh no evil; understandeth him; howbeit in the 6 Rejoiceth not in a iniquity, but spirit he speaketh mysteries. rejoiceth in the b truth; 3 But he that a prophesieth speak- 7 Beareth all things, believeth all eth unto men to b edification, and things, hopeth all things, endureth exhortation, and comfort. all things. 4 He that speaketh in an unknown 8 Charity never a faileth: but tongue edifieth himself; but he that whether there be prophecies, they prophesieth edifieth the church. 29 a tg Miracle. c tg Benevolence. enigmatically. 31 a gr seek earnestly, be d tg Envy. 13 a tg Faith. zealous for. 5 a gr indecently, b tg Hope. D&C 46:8 (8–9). unbecomingly. c tg Love. tg Covet. b tg Selfishness. 14 1 a gr Pursue, follow b tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of. c tg Anger; eagerly, earnestly. c Ether 12:11 (11–12, 32). Provoking; b tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of. 13 1 a gr love. Self-Mastery. 2 a jst 1 Cor. 14:2 . . . 2 a tg Prophecy. 6 a gr injustice, another tongue . . . b tg Mysteries of unrighteousness. (Note: jst uses Godliness. b tg Truth. “another” in place of 3 a tg Welfare. 8 a tg Dependability. “an unknown” in every 4 a tg Charity; 12 a 2 Cor. 3:18; instance in vv. 4, 13, 14, Courtesy. James 1:23 (22–27). 19, 27.) b tg Forbear; tg Veil. 3 a tg Prophecy. Suffering. b gr obscurely, b tg Edification. 1455 1 Corinthians 14:5–26 5 I a would that ye all spake with 16 Else when thou shalt bless with tongues, but rather that ye b prophe­ the spirit, how shall he that occu- sied: for greater is he that prophe- pieth the room of the unlearned sieth than he that speaketh with say Amen at thy giving of thanks, tongues, except he interpret, that seeing he understandeth not what the church may receive edifying. thou sayest? 6 Now, brethren, if I come unto you 17 For thou verily givest thanks speaking with tongues, what shall well, but the other is not edified. I profit you, a except I shall speak 18 I thank my God, I speak with to you either by b revelation, or by tongues more than ye all: knowledge, or by prophesying, or 19 Yet in the church I had rather by doctrine? a speak five words with my under- 7 And even things without life standing, that by my voice I might giving sound, whether pipe or harp, teach others also, than ten thousand except they give a distinction in the words in an unknown tongue. sounds, how shall it be known what 20 Brethren, be not a children in is piped or harped? b understanding: howbeit in c malice 8 For if the trumpet give an un- be ye children, but in d understand- certain sound, who shall prepare ing be men. himself to the battle? 21 In the law it is written, With 9 So likewise ye, except ye utter men of other tongues and other lips by the tongue words easy to be will I speak unto this people; and understood, how shall it be known yet for all that will they not a hear what is spoken? for ye shall speak me, saith the Lord. into the air. 22 Wherefore a tongues are for a 10 There are, it may be, so many b sign, not to them that believe, but to kinds of a voices in the world, and them that believe not: but c prophe­ none of them is without signification. sying serveth not for them that be- 11 Therefore if I know not the lieve not, but for them which believe. meaning of the voice, I shall be unto 23 If therefore the whole church be him that speaketh a barbarian, and come together into one place, and he that speaketh shall be a barbar- all speak with tongues, and there ian unto me. come in those that are unlearned, or 12 Even so ye, a forasmuch as ye a unbelievers, will they not say that are zealous of spiritual b gifts, seek ye are mad? that ye may excel to the c edifying 24 But if all prophesy, and there of the church. come in one that believeth not, or 13 Wherefore let him that speak- one unlearned, he is convinced of eth in an unknown tongue pray that all, he is judged of all: he may interpret. 25 And thus are the a secrets of his 14 For if I pray in an unknown heart made manifest; and so falling tongue, my spirit prayeth, but my down on his face he will worship a understanding is unfruitful. God, and report that God is in you 15 What is it then? I will pray with of a truth. the spirit, and I will pray with the 26 How is it then, brethren? when understanding also: I will sing with ye come together, every one of you the spirit, and I will sing with the hath a psalm, hath a doctrine, hath understanding also. a tongue, hath a revelation, hath an 5 a gr wish. 14 a gr mind. d tg Education. b tg Prophecy. 19 a tg Language. 21 a gr listen to, heed. 6 a gr unless. 20 a Matt. 18:3 (1–6); 22 a Acts 2:11. b tg Revelation. Eph. 4:14. b tg Signs. 10 a tg Revelation. b tg Understanding. c tg Prophecy. 12 a gr since. c gr wickedness, 23 a Acts 2:13 (12–13). b D&C 46:10. depravity. 25 a Heb. 4:12 (12–13). c tg Edification. tg Malice. 1 Corinthians 14:27–15:9 1456 interpretation. Let all things be 39 Wherefore, brethren, a covet to done unto a edifying. prophesy, and forbid not to speak 27 If any man speak in an unknown with tongues. tongue, let it be by two, or at the most 40 Let all things be done decently by three, and that by course; and let and in a order. one interpret. 28 But if there be no interpreter, Chapter 15 let him keep a silence in the church; Christ died for our sins—He rose from and let him speak to himself, and the dead and was seen by many—All to God. men will be resurrected—Paul speaks 29 Let the prophets speak two or of baptism for the dead—The three de- three, and let the other judge. grees of glory are described—Victory 30 If any thing be revealed to an- over death comes through Christ. other that sitteth by, let the first hold his peace. Moreover, brethren, I adeclare unto 31 For ye may all prophesy one you the b gospel which I preached by one, that all may learn, and all unto you, which also ye have re- may be comforted. ceived, and wherein ye stand; 32 And the spirits of the prophets 2 By which also ye are a saved, if ye are subject to the prophets. b keep in memory what I preached 33 For God is not the a author of unto you, unless ye have believed b confusion, but of c peace, as in all in vain. d churches of the e saints. 3 For I delivered unto you first of 34 Let your a women keep silence all that which I also received, how in the churches: for it is not permit- that Christ a died for our b sins ac- ted unto them to b speak; but they are cording to the scriptures; commanded c to be under d obedience, 4 And that he was buried, and that as also saith the law. he a rose again the third day accord- 35 And if they will learn any thing, ing to the scriptures: let them ask their husbands at home: 5 And that he was aseen of bCephas, for it is a shame for women to aspeak then of the twelve: in the church. 6 After that, he was aseen of babove 36 What? came the word of God five hundred brethren at once; of out from you? or came it unto whom the greater part remain unto you only ? this present, but some are fallen 37 If any man think himself to asleep. be a prophet, or spiritual, let him 7 After that, he was seen of James; acknowledge that the things that I then of all the apostles. write unto you are the command- 8 And last of all he was a seen of me ments of the Lord. also, as of one born out of due time. 38 But if any man be ignorant, let 9 For I am the least of the apostles, him be ignorant. that am not a meet to be called an 26 a 2 Cor. 12:19; 39 a ie be eager, zealous. Resurrection. D&C 50:23. tg Covet. 5 a tg Jesus Christ, 28 a tg Silence. 40 a tg Order. Appearances, 33 a 1 Cor. 11:16 (16–19). 15 1 a tg Missionary Work. Postmortal. b Eph. 4:5 (3–6), 13; b tg Gospel. b Luke 24:34 (33–36). D&C 1:30. 2 a Rom. 1:16. 6 a tg Jesus Christ, c tg Peace; Peace of God. b gr hold fast to, retain. Appearances, d tg Church. 3 a D&C 54:1. Postmortal. e tg Saints. tg Jesus Christ, b gr more than, over. 34 a tg Woman. Death of; 8 a tg Jesus Christ, b jst 1 Cor. 14:34 . . . rule . . . Jesus Christ, Redeemer. Appearances, c gr to be submissive. b Acts 3:18; Postmortal. d tg Obedience. Alma 5:27. 9 a gr adequate, sufficient, 35 a jst 1 Cor. 14:35 . . . rule . . . 4 a tg Jesus Christ, competent. 1457 1 Corinthians 15:10–30 apostle, because I b persecuted the the dead, and become the cfirstfruits church of God. of them that slept. 10 But by the a grace of God I am 21 For since by man came a death, what I am: and his grace which was by man came also the b resurrection bestowed upon me was not in vain; of the dead. but I b laboured more abundantly 22 For as in aAdam all b die, even so than they all: yet not I, but the grace in c Christ shall all be made d alive. of God which was with me. 23 But every man in his own a or- 11 Therefore whether it were I or der: Christ the b firstfruits; after- they, so we preach, and so ye be- ward they that are Christ’s at his lieved. c coming. 12 Now if Christ be preached that 24 Then cometh the end, when he he rose from the dead, how say some shall have delivered up the kingdom among you that there is no resur- to God, even the Father; when he rection of the dead? shall have a put down all b rule and 13 But if there be no resurrec- all c authority and d power. tion of the dead, then is Christ not 25 For he must a reign, till he hath risen: put all b enemies under his c feet. 14 And if Christ be not risen, then 26 The last a enemy that shall be is our preaching vain, and your faith b destroyed is c death. is also vain. 27 For he hath put all things un- 15 Yea, and we are found false der his feet. But when he saith all witnesses of God; because we have things are put under him, it is a mani­ a testified of God that he raised up fest that he is excepted, which did Christ: whom he raised not up, if put all things under him. so be that the dead rise not. 28 And when all things shall be 16 For if the dead rise not, then is a subdued unto him, then shall the not Christ raised: Son also himself be b subject unto 17 And if Christ be not raised, your him that put all things under him, faith is a vain; ye are yet in your sins. that God may be all in all. 18 Then they also which are fallen 29 Else what shall they do which asleep in Christ are a perished. are a baptized b for the dead, if the 19 If in this a life only we have dead c rise not at all? why are they b hope in Christ, we are of all men then baptized for the d dead? most miserable. 30 And why stand we in a jeopardy 20 But now is a Christ b risen from every hour? 9 b Acts 8:3. through; c Heb. 2:8. 10 a tg Grace. Jesus Christ, Mission of; 26 a tg Enemies. b 2 Cor. 11:23. Jesus Christ, b tg Death, Power over. 15 a Acts 4:33. Resurrection; c 2 Tim. 1:10; 17 a gr useless, empty, Salvation. Rev. 20:14 (11–15). ineffective. 23 a gr rank. 27 a gr clear, plain, evident. 18 a gr lost, destroyed. tg Order. 28 a Philip. 3:21; 19 a tg Salvation for b gr firstling. D&C 76:106. the Dead. tg Resurrection. b tg Jesus Christ, b tg Hope. c tg Jesus Christ, Second Relationships with 20 a 1 Pet. 1:3. Coming. the Father. b Eph. 1:20. 24 a gr brought to an end, 29 a tg Baptism, Essential; c gr firstling. abolished. Baptism for the Dead; 21 a Rom. 5:12. b Isa. 60:12; Genealogy and Temple tg Death. Dan. 2:44; 7:9. Work. b tg Resurrection. c tg Authority. b gr in behalf of, for the 22 a tg Adam; Fall of Man. d tg Jesus Christ, sake of. b Ps. 82:7. Power of. c tg Immortality. c tg Salvation, Plan of. 25 a tg Jesus Christ, d tg Salvation for d tg Immortality; Millennial Reign. the Dead. Jesus Christ, Atonement b D&C 88:106. 30 a gr danger, peril. 1 Corinthians 15:31–52 1458 31 a I protest by your rejoicing dead. It is sown in a corruption; it is which I have in Christ Jesus our raised in incorruption: Lord, I die daily. 43 It is sown in dishonour; it is 32 If after the manner of men I raised in a glory: it is sown in weak- have fought with beasts at Ephesus, ness; it is raised in power: what advantageth it me, if the dead 44 It is sown a a natural body; it is rise not? let us a eat and drink; for raised a b spiritual body. There is a b to morrow we die. natural body, and there is a spiri- 33 Be not deceived: evil a commu- tual body. nications corrupt good manners. 45 And so it is written, The a first 34 Awake to righteousness, and sin man bAdam was made a living soul; not; for some have not the knowledge the last cAdam was made a d quick- of God: I speak this to your a shame. ening spirit. 35 But some man will say, How are 46 Howbeit that was not a first the dead raised up? and with what which is spiritual, but that which is body do they come? natural; and afterward that which 36 Thou fool, that which thou sow- is spiritual. est is not quickened, except it a die: 47 The first man is of the earth, 37 And that which thou sowest, earthy: the second man is the Lord thou sowest not that body that shall from heaven. be, but bare grain, a it may chance 48 As is the earthy, such are they of wheat, or of some other grain: also that are earthy: and as is the 38 But God giveth it a body as it heavenly, such are they also that hath pleased him, and to every seed are heavenly. his own body. 49 And as we have borne the im- 39 All flesh is not the same flesh: age of the earthy, we shall also bear but there is one kind of flesh of men, the image of the heavenly. another flesh of beasts, another of 50 Now this I say, brethren, that fishes, and another of birds. a flesh and b blood cannot c inherit 40 a There are also celestial bodies, the kingdom of God; neither doth and bodies terrestrial: but the glory d corruption inherit incorruption. of the b celestial is one, and the 51 Behold, I shew you a mystery; glory of the c terrestrial is another. We shall not all a sleep, but we shall 41 There is one glory of the a sun, all be b changed, and another glory of the moon, and 52 In a moment, in the a twinkling another glory of the b stars: for one of an eye, at the last trump: for the star c differeth from another star in b trumpet shall sound, and the c dead d glory. shall be raised incorruptible, and 42 So also is the resurrection of the we shall be d changed. 31 a jst 1 Cor. 15:31 I protest bodies telestial; but the b tg Adam. unto you the resurrection glory of the celestial, c Rom. 5:14. of the dead; and this is my one; and the terrestrial, d John 5:21. rejoicing which I have another; and the telestial, 46 a D&C 29:32; in Christ Jesus our Lord another. 128:14 (13–14). daily, though I die. b tg Celestial Glory. 50 a tg Flesh and Blood. 32 a Isa. 22:13; c tg Terrestrial Glory. b Lev. 17:14 (11, 14). Luke 12:19; 41 a tg Astronomy. c John 3:5; 2 Ne. 28:7. b tg Telestial Glory. 1 Cor. 6:9. b tg Procrastination. c D&C 76:98. d Alma 41:4. 33 a gr conversations, d tg Glory. 51 a gr die, sleep in death. associations. 42 a Rom. 8:21; 1 Thes. 4:17. 34 a tg Shame. Mosiah 16:10. b Philip. 3:21; 36 a John 12:24 (24–29). 43 a Col. 3:4. D&C 43:32. 37 a ie whether it be. 44 a D&C 29:43. 52 a D&C 63:51 (50–51). 40 a jst 1 Cor. 15:40 Also b Alma 11:45; b D&C 29:26. celestial bodies, and D&C 88:27. c tg Death. bodies terrestrial, and 45 a D&C 84:16. d D&C 101:31. 1459 1 Corinthians 15:53–16:18 53 For this a corruptible must put 6 And it may be that I will abide, on incorruption, and this b mortal yea, and winter with you, that ye must put on immortality. may bring me on my journey whith- 54 So when this corruptible shall ersoever I go. have put on incorruption, and this 7 For I will not see you now a by the mortal shall have put on a immor- way; but I b trust to c tarry a while tality, then shall be brought to pass with you, if the Lord permit. the saying that is written, b Death is 8 But I will tarry at Ephesus until swallowed up in victory. Pentecost. 55 O a death, where is thy sting? O 9 For a great a door and b effectual b grave, where is thy victory ? is opened unto me, and there are 56 The sting of a death is sin; and many adversaries. the b strength of sin is the law. 10 Now if a Timotheus come, see 57 But a thanks be to God, which that he may be with you without giveth us the b victory through our fear: for he worketh the work of the Lord Jesus Christ. Lord, as I also do. 58 Therefore, my beloved brethren, 11 Let no man therefore a despise be ye asteadfast, unmoveable, always him: but conduct him forth in peace, abounding in the work of the Lord, that he may come unto me: for I look forasmuch as ye know that your for him with the brethren. labour is not in vain in the Lord. 12 As touching our brother aApol- los, I greatly desired him to come Chapter 16 unto you with the brethren: but his Paul counsels, Stand fast in the faith; will was not at all to come at this let all things be done with charity. time; but he will come when he shall have convenient time. Now concerning the a collection for 13 a Watch ye, b stand fast in the the saints, as I have b given order c faith, dquit you like emen, be strong. to the churches of Galatia, even so 14 Let all your things be done with do ye. a charity. 2 Upon the afirst day of the week let 15 I beseech you, brethren, (ye every one of you lay by him in store, know the house of aStephanas, that it as God hath b prospered him, that is the firstfruits of Achaia, and that there be no gatherings when I come. they have b addicted themselves to 3 And when I come, whomsoever ye the ministry of the saints,) shall approve by your letters, them 16 That ye submit yourselves unto will I send to bring your a liberality such, and to every one that helpeth unto Jerusalem. with us, and laboureth. 4 And if it be a meet that I go also, 17 I am glad of the coming of they shall go with me. Stepha­n as and Fortunatus and 5 Now I will come unto you, when Achai­cus: for that which was a lack- I shall pass through Macedonia: for ing on your part they have supplied. I do pass through Macedonia. 18 For they have refreshed my 53 a Alma 41:4. b gr directed, arranged. 1 Thes. 3:2. b tg Mortality. 2 a tg Sabbath. 11 a 1 Tim. 4:12. 54 a tg Immortality. b Deut. 16:10. 12 a Acts 18:24. b Isa. 25:8. 3 a gr gift. 13 a tg Watch. 55 a Mosiah 16:8 (7–8). tg Generosity. b Philip. 4:1 (1–7). b gr Hades, hell. 4 a gr suitable, c D&C 9:14. 56 a D&C 42:45–46. worthwhile. d gr behave like men. b gr power. 7 a gr in passing. e 1 Sam. 4:9; 57 a tg Thanksgiving. b gr hope. Isa. 46:8. b 1 Jn. 5:4 (4–5). c 2 Cor. 1:15 (15–16). 14 a tg Charity. 58 a tg Perseverance; 9 a Col. 4:3. 15 a 1 Cor. 1:16. Steadfastness. b gr energetic, efficient. b gr devoted, appointed. 16 1 a Acts 24:17 (17, 26). 10 a 2 Cor. 1:19; 17 a 2 Cor. 11:9. 1 Corinthians 16:19–2 Corinthians 1:8 1460 spirit and yours: therefore acknowl­ 22 If any man love not the Lord edge ye them that are such. Jesus Christ, let him be Anathema 19 The churches of Asia salute a Maran-atha. you. aAquila and Priscilla salute you 23 The grace of our Lord Jesus much in the Lord, with the church Christ be with you. that is in their house. 24 My love be with you all in Christ 20 All the brethren greet you. Jesus. Amen. Greet ye one another with an holy ¶ The first epistle to the Corinthians was a kiss. written from Philippi by Stephanas, and 21 The salutation of me Paul with Fortunatus, and Achaicus, and Timotheus. mine own hand. The Second Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Corinthians Chapter 1 with we ourselves are comforted God comforts and cares for His Saints— of God. The Saints are sealed and given assur­ 5 For as the a sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation ance by the Spirit in their hearts. also aboundeth by Christ. P aul, an a apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timo­thy our brother, unto the church of God which is at Corinth, with all the saints which are in all 6 And whether we be afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is a effectual in the b endur­ ing of the same sufferings which we also suffer: or whether we be Achaia: comforted, it is for your consolation 2 Grace be to you and peace from and salvation. God our Father, and from the Lord 7 And our hope of you is steadfast, Jesus Christ. knowing, that as ye are partakers of 3 Blessed be God, even the Father the a sufferings, so shall ye be also of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of the consolation. of a mercies, and the God of all 8 For we would not, brethren, b comfort; have you ignorant of our trouble 4 Who comforteth us in all our which came to us in Asia, that we a tribulation, that we may be able were pressed out of measure, above to comfort them which are in any strength, insomuch that we a de­ trouble, by the b comfort where­ spaired even of life: 19 a Acts 18:2. [2 Corinthians] 5 a Col. 1:24. 20 a jst 1 Cor. 16:20 . . . 1 1 a D&C 21:1. tg Suffering. salutation. 3 a tg God, Mercy of. 6 a gr active, operative. 22 a Aramaic, meaning “The b tg Comfort. b D&C 63:20; 101:35. Lord will come!” or 4 a tg Tribulation. 7 a tg Persecution; “Come, O Lord!” b Philip. 3:10; Suffering. 2 Thes. 2:16. 8 a tg Despair. 1461 2 Corinthians 1:9–2:7 9 But we had the sentence of death 20 For all the a promises of God in in ourselves, that we should not him are yea, and in him Amen, unto trust in ourselves, but in God which the glory of God by us. a raiseth the dead: 21 Now he which stablisheth 10 Who adelivered us from so great us with you in Christ, and hath a death, and doth deliver: in whom a anointed us, is God; we trust that he will yet deliver us; 22 Who hath also a sealed us, and 11 Ye also helping together by given the earnest of the Spirit in a prayer for us, that for the gift be- our hearts. stowed upon us by the means of 23 Moreover I call God for a record many persons thanks may be given upon my soul, that to spare you I by many on our behalf. came not as yet unto Corinth. 12 For our rejoicing is this, the 24 Not for that we have dominion a testimony of our conscience, that over your faith, but are helpers of in b simplicity and godly sincerity, your joy: for by a faith ye stand. not with fleshly c wisdom, but by the grace of God, we have had our Chapter 2 conversation in the world, and more Saints should love and forgive one abundantly to you-ward. another—They always triumph in 13 For we a write none other Christ. things unto you, than what ye read or acknowledge; and I trust ye shall But I determined this with myself, acknowledge even to the end; that I would not come again to you 14 As also ye have acknowledged in heaviness. us in part, that we are your rejoic- 2 For if I make you sorry, who is he ing, even as ye also are ours in the then that maketh me glad, but the a day of the Lord Jesus. same which is made sorry by me? 15 And in this confidence I was 3 And I wrote this same unto you, minded to a come unto you before, lest, when I came, I should have sor- that ye might have a second benefit; row from them of whom I ought to 16 And to pass by you into Mace­ rejoice; having a confidence in you donia, and to come again out of all, that my joy is the joy of you all. Mace­donia unto you, and of you to 4 For out of much affliction and be brought on my way toward Judæa. anguish of heart I wrote unto you 17 When I therefore was thus with many tears; not that ye should minded, did I use a lightness? or the be grieved, but that ye might know things that I purpose, do I purpose the love which I have more abun- according to the flesh, that with me dantly unto you. there should be yea yea, and nay 5 But if any have caused grief, he nay ? hath not grieved me, but in part: 18 But as God is true, our word that I may not overcharge you all. toward you was not yea and nay. 6 Sufficient to such a man is this 19 For the aSon of God, Jesus Christ, punishment, which was inflicted of who was preached among you by many. us, even by me and b Silvanus and 7 So that contrariwise ye ought c Timotheus, was not yea and nay, rather to a forgive him, and comfort but in him was yea. him, lest perhaps such a one should 9 a tg Resurrection. 13 a tg Scriptures, Writing of. c 1 Cor. 16:10 (10–11); 10 a tg Deliver. 14 a D&C 1:9 (8–10). 1 Thes. 3:2. 11 a Philip. 1:19; 15 a 1 Cor. 16:7 (5–7). 20 a Rom. 15:8. Philem. 1:22. 17 a gr light-mindedness, 21 a tg Anointing. 12 a tg Testimony. levity. 22 a tg Sealing. b gr plainness, singleness 19 a Luke 1:35. 24 a Rom. 11:20. of heart. b Acts 15:34 (32–34); 2 3 a 2 Cor. 8:22. c 1 Cor. 2:13. 1 Thes. 1:1; 1 Pet. 5:12. 7 a tg Forgive. 2 Corinthians 2:8–3:13 1462 be swallowed up with overmuch selves? or need we, as some others, sorrow. epistles of commendation to you, or 8 Wherefore I beseech you that ye letters of commendation from you? would confirm your love toward him. 2 Ye are our a epistle written in our 9 For to this end also did I a write, hearts, known and read of all men: that I might know the proof of 3 Forasmuch as ye are manifestly you, whether ye be b obedient in all declared to be the epistle of Christ things. ministered by us, a written not with 10 To whom ye forgive any thing, I ink, but with the Spirit of the living forgive also: for if I forgave any thing, God; not in b tables of stone, but in to whom I forgave it, for your sakes c fleshy tables of the d heart. forgave I it in the a person of Christ; 4 And such trust have we through 11 Lest aSatan should get an advan- Christ to God-ward: tage of us: for we are not ignorant 5 Not that we are sufficient of of his devices. ourselves to think any thing as of 12 Furthermore, when I came to ourselves; but our a sufficiency is Troas to preach Christ’s gospel, and of God; a a door was opened unto me of the 6 Who also hath made us able Lord, a ministers of the new testament; 13 I had no rest in my spirit, be- not of the letter, but of the spirit: cause I found not Titus my brother: for the letter killeth, but the b spirit but taking my leave of them, I went giveth life. from thence into Macedonia. 7 But if the ministration of a death, 14 Now thanks be unto God, which written and engraven in stones, was always causeth us to a triumph in glorious, so that the children of Is- Christ, and maketh manifest the rael could not steadfastly behold savour of his knowledge by us in the face of Moses for the b glory of every place. his countenance; which glory was to 15 For we are unto God a sweet be done away: savour of Christ, in them that are 8 How shall not the ministration saved, and in them that perish: of the spirit be rather glorious? 16 To the one we are the savour of 9 For if the ministration of con- death unto death; and to the other demnation be glory, much more doth the savour of life unto life. And the ministration of righteousness who is a sufficient for these things? exceed in glory. 17 For we are not as many, which 10 For even that which was made a corrupt the b word of God: but as of glorious had no glory in this respect, c sincerity, but as of God, in the sight by reason of the glory that excelleth. of God speak we in Christ. 11 For if that which is done away was glorious, much more that which Chapter 3 remaineth is glorious. 12 Seeing then that we have such The gospel surpasses the law of Moses hope, we use great a plainness of —Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there speech: is liberty. 13 And not as Moses, which put a Do we begin again to commend our- veil over his face, that the children 9 a tg Scriptures, Writing of. Early Christian Church. d Jer. 31:33; b 2 Cor. 7:15. b tg Scriptures, Heb. 8:10. 10 a gr presence. Preservation of. 5 a 2 Cor. 2:16; 11 a 2 Pet. 2:20 (20–22). c tg Sincere. Alma 26:12. 12 a Acts 14:27; 3 2 a 1 Cor. 9:2. 6 a 1 Cor. 3:5. 1 Cor. 16:9. 3 a Deut. 9:10 (10–11). b John 6:63. 14 a Rom. 8:37. b Ex. 24:12; 31:18; 34:1; 7 a Rom. 7:10. 16 a 2 Cor. 3:5 (5–6). Deut. 4:13; b tg Transfiguration. 17 a 2 Cor. 4:2. Prov. 3:3. 12 a gr boldness, frankness. tg Apostasy of the c Ezek. 11:19 (19–20). 1463 2 Corinthians 3:14–4:13 of Israel could not steadfastly look to 3 But if our gospel be hid, it is hid the end of that which is abolished: to them that are lost: 14 But their aminds were bblinded: 4 In whom the a god of this b world for until this day remaineth the same hath c blinded the d minds of them veil untaken away in the c reading which e believe not, lest the f light of of the old testament; which d veil is the glorious gospel of Christ, who done away in Christ. is the g image of h God, should shine 15 But even unto this day, when unto them. Moses is read, the veil is upon their 5 For we apreach not ourselves, but a heart. Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves 16 Nevertheless when it shall turn your b servants for Jesus’ sake. to the Lord, the veil shall be taken 6 For God, who a commanded the away. light to shine out of darkness, hath 17 Now the Lord is a that Spirit: b shined in our hearts, to give the and where the b Spirit of the Lord c light of the knowledge of the d glory is, there is c liberty. of God in the face of Jesus Christ. 18 But we all, with open face be- 7 But we have this treasure in holding as in a a glass the b glory of earthen vessels, that the excellency the Lord, are changed into the same of the a power may be of God, and c image from d glory to glory, even as not of us. by the Spirit of the Lord. 8 We are a troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, Chapter 4 but not in b despair; Gospel light shines on the Saints—Mor- 9 a Persecuted, but not forsaken; tal trials are nothing as contrasted with cast down, but not b destroyed; eternal glory. 10 Always bearing about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, Therefore seeing we have this min- that the life also of Jesus might be istry, as we have received a mercy, made manifest in our body. we faint not; 11 For we which live are alway de- 2 But have a renounced the hidden livered unto a death for Jesus’ sake, things of b dishonesty, not walking that the life also of Jesus might in craftiness, nor handling the word be made manifest in our b mortal of God c deceitfully; but by manifes- flesh. tation of the d truth commending 12 So then death worketh in us, ourselves to every man’s econscience but life in you. in the sight of God. 13 We having the same spirit of 14 a tg Mind. b gr shame, disgrace. b 1 Cor. 9:19; Alma 26:3. b tg Spiritual Blindness. tg Honesty. 6 a Ps. 33:9; c Acts 15:21. c 2 Cor. 2:17; Moses 2:5 (4–5). d tg Jesus Christ, Types of, 1 Thes. 2:3 (3, 5). b D&C 45:9. in Anticipation; Veil. d D&C 19:37; 75:4. c tg Intelligence; 15 a tg Hardheartedness. e tg Conscience. Light of Christ. 17 a gr the Spirit. 4 a Eph. 6:12. d tg God, Glory of; Jesus b Alma 61:15. tg Devil. Christ, Relationships tg God, Spirit of. b tg Worldliness. with the Father. c Rom. 8:2. c Alma 19:6; Moro. 7:12; 7 a 1 Cor. 2:5; tg Governments; Liberty. D&C 93:39 (38–39). D&C 19:3; 88:13 (7–13). 18 a 1 Cor. 13:12. tg Spiritual Blindness. 8 a 2 Cor. 7:5. b tg Celestial Glory. d tg Mind. tg Adversity. c Rom. 8:29. e tg Unbelief. b tg Despair. d tg Man, Potential to f tg Light [noun]. 9 a 2 Cor. 11:23 (23–27); Become like Heavenly g tg God, Body of, D&C 101:35. Father. Corporeal Nature. b Ps. 129:2. 4 1 a Alma 12:34. h tg Godhead. 11 a Rom. 8:36. 2 a tg Priesthood, 5 a Gal. 1:11 (11–12). tg Martyrdom. Qualifying for. tg Missionary Work. b tg Mortality. 2 Corinthians 4:14–5:15 1464 faith, according as it is written, I do a groan, being burdened: not for a believed, and therefore have I spo- that we would be unclothed, but ken; we also believe, and therefore clothed upon, that b mortality might b speak; be swallowed up of life. 14 Knowing that he which raised 5 Now he that hath wrought us up the Lord Jesus shall raise up us for the selfsame thing is God, who also by Jesus, and shall present us also hath given unto us the earnest with you. of the Spirit. 15 For all things are for your sakes, 6 Therefore we are always a confi- that the abundant grace might dent, knowing that, whilst we are through the a thanksgiving of many at home in the body, we are absent redound to the glory of God. from the Lord: 16 For which cause we faint not; 7 (For we walk by a faith, not by but though our outward man per- b sight:) ish, yet the a inward man is renewed 8 We are confident, I say, and will- day by day. ing rather to be absent from the body, 17 For our light a affliction, which and to be present with the Lord. is but for a moment, worketh for us 9 Wherefore we a labour, that, a far more exceeding and b eternal whether present or absent, we may c weight of glory; be accepted of him. 18 While we look not at the 10 For we must all appear before things which are a seen, but at the a judgment seat of Christ; that the things which are not seen: for every one may receive the things the things which are seen are tem- done in his body, b according to that poral; but the things which are he hath c done, whether it be good not b seen are c eternal. or bad. 11 Knowing therefore the terror Chapter 5 of the Lord, we persuade men; but Saints walk by faith and seek taber- we are made manifest unto God; nacles of immortal glory—The gospel and I trust also are made manifest reconciles man to God—God’s minis- in your a consciences. ters carry the word of reconciliation 12 For we commend not ourselves to the world. again unto you, but give you occa- sion to glory on our behalf, that ye For we know that if our earthly may have somewhat to answer them house of this tabernacle were dis- which glory in appearance, and not solved, we have a building of God, in heart. an house not made with hands, 13 a For whether we be beside our- eternal in the heavens. selves, it is to God: or whether we 2 For in this we groan, earnestly be sober, it is for your cause. desiring to be a clothed upon with 14 For the love of Christ con- our house which is from heaven: straineth us; because we thus judge, 3 If so be that being clothed we that if a one b died for all, then were shall not be found naked. all dead: 4 For we that are in this tabernacle 15 And that he died for all, that 13 a D&C 14:8. b Ether 12:6. b tg Accountability. b D&C 18:21. c tg Eternity. c tg Good Works. 15 a tg Thanksgiving. 5 2 a Rom. 8:23. 11 a tg Conscience. 16 a 2 Ne. 4:20; 4 a tg Mourning. 13 a jst 2 Cor. 5:13 For we Mosiah 24:15. b tg Mortality. bear record that we are 17 a Rom. 5:3. 6 a gr of good courage, of not beside ourselves; for tg Persecution; good cheer. whether we glory, it is to Suffering. 7 a tg Faith. God, or whether we be b tg Eternal Life. b tg Sight. sober, it is for your sakes. c D&C 63:66. 9 a Moro. 9:6. 14 a Rom. 5:15. 18 a Rom. 8:24. 10 a tg Jesus Christ, Judge. b D&C 19:16. 1465 2 Corinthians 5:16–6:13 they which live should not hence- 2 (For he saith, I have heard thee forth a live unto themselves, but in a a time accepted, and in the unto him which died for them, and b day of c salvation have I succoured rose again. thee: behold, now is the accepted 16 a Wherefore henceforth know time; behold, now is the day of we no man after the flesh: yea, salvation.) though we have known Christ after 3 Giving no a offence in any thing, the flesh, yet now henceforth know that the ministry be not blamed: we him no more. 4 But in all things approving our- 17 Therefore if any man be a in selves as the a ministers of God, in Christ, he is a b new creature: c old much b patience, in c afflictions, in things are d passed away; behold, necessities, in distresses, all things are become e new. 5 In stripes, in imprisonments, in 18 And all things are of God, who a tumults, in labours, in watchings, hath a reconciled us to himself by in fastings; Jesus Christ, and hath given to us 6 By a pureness, by knowledge, by the ministry of reconciliation; b longsuffering, by c kindness, by the 19 To wit, that God was in Christ, Holy Ghost, by d love unfeigned, a reconciling the world unto himself, 7 By the word of truth, by the not imputing their trespasses unto power of God, by the a armour of them; and hath committed unto us b righteousness on the right hand the word of reconciliation. and on the left, 20 Now then we are a ambassadors 8 By honour and dishonour, by evil for Christ, as though God did beseech report and good report: as deceivers, you by us: we pray you in Christ’s and yet true; stead, be ye reconciled to God. 9 As unknown, and yet well known; 21 For he hath made him to be a sin as dying, and, behold, we live; as for us, who knew no b sin; that we chastened, and not killed; might be made the c righteousness 10 As a sorrowful, yet alway rejoic- of God in him. ing; as bpoor, yet making many crich; as having nothing, and yet possess- Chapter 6 ing all things. 11 O ye Corinthians, our mouth is Now is the day of salvation—God’s min- open unto you, our heart is aenlarged. isters must walk uprightly and bear all 12 Ye are not straitened in us, things—Saints should not be unequally but ye are straitened in your own yoked with unbelievers. a bowels. We then, as a workers together with 13 Now for a recompence in the b him, beseech you also that ye same, (I speak as unto my children,) receive not the cgrace of God in vain. be ye also enlarged. 15 a Rom. 14:7 (7–9). 18 a tg Reconciliation. ing Callings within. 16 a jst 2 Cor. 5:16 19 a tg Reconciliation. b tg Patience. Wherefore, henceforth 20 a Luke 14:23. c D&C 127:2 (2–3). live we no more after 21 a Isa. 53:6. 5 a tg Rioting and Reveling. the flesh; yea, though we b 1 Jn. 3:3. 6 a tg Purity. once lived after the flesh, c Rom. 1:17. b tg Forbear. yet since we have known 6 1 a 1 Cor. 3:9. c tg Kindness. Christ, now henceforth b jst 2 Cor. 6:1 . . . d D&C 121:41 (41–42). live we no more after Christ . . . 7 a Rom. 13:12. the flesh. c tg Grace. b tg Righteousness. 17 a 1 Jn. 2:5 (2–5). 2 a Isa. 49:8. 10 a tg Mourning. b tg Man, New, b Alma 34:32 (31–34). b 2 Cor. 8:9. Spiritually Reborn. c tg Salvation. c tg Treasure. c Rom. 7:6; 13:12 (12–14); 3 a Rom. 14:13. 11 a Ps. 119:32 (25–32). Heb. 8:13. tg Offense. 12 a D&C 121:45. d D&C 29:24; 63:49. 4 a 2 Cor. 11:23. e Rev. 21:5. tg Priesthood, Magnify- 2 Corinthians 6:14–7:11 1466 14 Be ye not unequally a yoked to- toward you, great is my glorying gether with unbelievers: for what of you: I am filled with a comfort, b fellowship hath righteousness with I am exceeding b joyful in all our c unrighteousness? and what com- c tribulation. munion hath d light with darkness? 5 For, when we were come into 15 And what concord hath Christ Macedonia, our flesh had no rest, with Belial? or what part hath he but we were a troubled on every that believeth with an infidel? side; without were fightings, within 16 And what a agreement hath the were b fears. temple of God with idols? for ye are 6 Nevertheless God, that comfort- the b temple of the living God; as eth those that are cast down, com- God hath said, I will c dwell in them, forted us by the coming of Titus; and walk in them; and I will be their 7 And not by his coming only, but God, and they shall be my people. by the consolation wherewith he was 17 Wherefore a come out from a comforted in you, when he told us among them, and be ye b sepa- your earnest desire, your mourning, rate, saith the Lord, and touch not your fervent mind toward me; so the c unclean thing; and I will re- that I rejoiced the more. ceive you, 8 For though I made you sorry with 18 And will be a a Father unto you, a letter, I do not repent, though I did and ye shall be my bsons and daugh- repent: for I perceive that the same ters, saith the Lord cAlmighty. epistle hath made you sorry, though it were but for a season. Chapter 7 9 Now I rejoice, not that ye were Godly sorrow for sin leads to repen- made sorry, but that ye sorrowed to tance—The sorrow of the world leads repentance: for ye were made asorry to death. after a godly manner, that ye might receive damage by us in nothing. Having therefore these promises, 10 For a godly b sorrow worketh dearly beloved, let us a cleanse our- c repentance to d salvation not to be selves from all bfilthiness of the flesh repented of: but the e sorrow of the and spirit, perfecting c holiness in world worketh death. the fear of God. 11 For behold this selfsame thing, 2 Receive us; we have a wronged no that ye sorrowed after a godly sort, man, we have corrupted no man, we what carefulness it wrought in have b defrauded no man. you, yea, what clearing of yourselves, 3 I speak not this to condemn yea, what indignation, yea, what you: for I have said before, that ye fear, yea, what vehement desire, yea, are in our hearts to die and live what zeal, yea, what revenge! In all with you. things ye have approved yourselves 4 Great is my boldness of speech to be clear in this matter. 14 a tg Marriage, Interfaith; 18 a Jer. 31:9 (1, 9). 5 a 2 Cor. 4:8. Marriage, Temporal. b tg Sons and Daughters b D&C 10:55. b tg Fellowshipping. of God. 7 a tg Comfort. c 2 Kgs. 3:13; c tg God, Power of. 9 a tg Poor in Spirit. Ezek. 14:3. 7 1 a tg Chastity; 10 a tg Godliness. d tg Light [noun]. Cleanliness; b Eccl. 7:3; 16 a 1 Cor. 10:21 (19–22). Purification. Isa. 22:12; b tg Body, Sanctity of; b gr pollution, Joel 2:17; Temple. stain, defilement. James 4:9 (8–10); c Lev. 26:12. tg Filthiness. Alma 36:17 (5–28); tg God, Presence of. c tg Holiness. 42:29. 17 a D&C 25:10; 53:2; 2 a 1 Thes. 2:3 (3–10). tg Mourning; 84:50 (49–53). b tg Fraud. Sorrow. b tg Separation. 4 a tg Comfort. c tg Repent. c Isa. 52:11. b tg Joy. d tg Salvation. tg Uncleanness. c 3 Ne. 12:12 (11–12). e Morm. 2:13. 1467 2 Corinthians 7:12–8:16 12 Wherefore, though I wrote unto the Lord, and unto us by the will you, I did it not for his cause that of God. had done the wrong, nor for his 6 Insomuch that we desired Titus, cause that suffered wrong, but that that as he had begun, so he would our care for you in the sight of God also finish in you the same grace also. might appear unto you. 7 Therefore, as ye abound in every 13 Therefore we were comforted thing, in faith, and utterance, and in your comfort: yea, and exceed- knowledge, and in all a diligence, ingly the more joyed we for the joy and in your love to us, see that ye of Titus, because his spirit was a re- abound in this grace also. freshed by you all. 8 I speak a not by commandment, 14 For if I have a boasted any thing but by occasion of the forwardness to him of you, I am not ashamed; of others, and to prove the b sincer- but as we spake all things to you ity of your love. in truth, even so our b boasting, 9 For ye know the a grace of our which I made before Titus, is found Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he a truth. was b rich, yet for your sakes he 15 And his a inward affection is became c poor, that ye through his more abundant toward you, whilst d poverty might be rich. he remembereth the b obedience of 10 And herein I give my advice: you all, how with fear and trembling for this is expedient for you, who ye received him. have begun before, not only to do, 16 I rejoice therefore that I have but also to be forward a year ago. confidence in you in all things. 11 Now therefore perform the do- ing of it; that as there was a readiness Chapter 8 to will, so there may be a performance also out of that which ye have. True Saints impart of their substance 12 For if there be first a a willing to the poor—Christ, out of His poverty, b mind, it is accepted according to brought eternal riches. that a man hath, and not according Moreover, brethren, a we do you to to that he hath not. wit of the grace of God bestowed on 13 For I mean not that other men the churches of Macedonia; be eased, and ye burdened: 2 How that in a great a trial of b af- 14 But by an equality, that now at fliction the abundance of their joy this time your abundance may be and their deep c poverty abounded a supply for their want, that their unto the riches of their d liberality. a abundance also may be a supply 3 For to their power, I bear record, for your want: that there may be yea, and beyond their power they b equality: were willing of themselves; 15 As it is written, He that had 4 Praying us with much entreaty a gathered much had nothing over; that we would receive the gift, and and he that had gathered little had take upon us the a fellowship of the no lack. ministering to the saints. 16 But thanks be to God, which 5 And this they did, not as we hoped, put the same earnest care into the but first a gave their own selves to heart of Titus for you. 13 a Rom. 15:32. 2 a tg Probation; Test. b tg Sincere. 14 a 2 Cor. 9:2. b tg Affliction. 9 a tg Grace. b tg Boast. c Mark 12:44 (43–44). b tg Treasure. 15 a gr heart, tender d gr sincerity, purity of c Philip. 2:7 (5–8). affections, compassion. mind. d 2 Cor. 6:10. b 2 Cor. 2:9; 10:6. tg Generosity. 12 a Ex. 25:2 (1–7). tg Obedience. 4 a D&C 88:133. b D&C 64:34. 8 1 a gr we make known 5 a tg Self-Sacrifice. 14 a Alma 1:30 (29–30). (or declare) to you the 7 a tg Diligence. b tg Consecration. grace. 8 a D&C 63:22. 15 a Ex. 16:18. 2 Corinthians 8:17–9:13 1468 17 For indeed he accepted the ex- our boasting of you should be in hortation; but being more forward, vain in this behalf; that, as I said, of his own accord he went unto you. ye may be ready: 18 And we have sent with him 4 Lest haply if they of Macedonia the brother, whose praise is in the come with me, and find you un- gospel throughout all the churches; prepared, we (that we say not, ye) 19 And not that only, but who was should be ashamed in this same also chosen of the churches to travel confident boasting. with us with this grace, which is ad- 5 Therefore I thought it necessary ministered by us to the glory of the to exhort the brethren, that they same Lord, and declaration of your would go before unto you, and ready mind: make up beforehand your a bounty, 20 Avoiding this, that no man whereof ye had notice before, that should blame us in this abundance the same might be ready, as a matter which is administered by us: of bounty, and not as of covetousness. 21 Providing for a honest things, 6 But this I say, He which soweth not only in the sight of the Lord, sparingly shall a reap also sparingly; but also in the b sight of men. and he which b soweth bountifully 22 And we have sent with them our shall reap also bountifully. brother, whom we have oftentimes 7 Every man according as he a pur- proved diligent in many things, but poseth in his heart, so let him give; now much more diligent, upon the not b grudgingly, or of necessity: for great a confidence which I have in God loveth a c cheerful d giver. you. 8 And God is able to make all agrace 23 Whether any do inquire of Titus, abound toward you; that ye, always he is my partner and fellowhelper having all sufficiency in all things, concerning you: or our brethren may abound to every good work: be inquired of, they are the messen- 9 (As it is written, He hath dis- gers of the churches, and the glory persed abroad; he hath given to the of Christ. poor: his righteousness remaineth 24 Wherefore shew ye to them, for ever. and before the churches, the proof 10 Now he that ministereth seed of your love, and of our boasting on to the sower both minister bread your behalf. for your food, and multiply your seed sown, and increase the fruits Chapter 9 of your a righteousness;) God loves and rewards a cheerful 11 Being enriched in every thing giver—Thanks be to God for His un- to all bountifulness, which causeth through us a thanksgiving to God. speakable gift. 12 For the a administration of this For as touching the ministering to service not only supplieth the want the saints, it is superfluous for me of the saints, but is abundant also to write to you: by many thanksgivings unto God; 2 For I know the forwardness of 13 Whiles by the experiment of your mind, for which I a boast of you this ministration they glorify God to them of Macedonia, that Achaia for your professed subjection unto was ready a year ago; and your zeal the gospel of Christ, and for your hath b provoked very many. liberal distribution unto them, and 3 Yet have I sent the brethren, lest unto all men; 21 a tg Honesty. 6 a tg Harvest. Jacob 2:19 (17–19). b Rom. 12:17. b tg Accountability. tg Grace. 22 a 2 Cor. 2:3. 7 a D&C 6:33 (33–34). 10 a tg Righteousness. 9 2 a 2 Cor. 7:14. b tg Hypocrisy. 11 a tg Thanksgiving. b tg Provoking. c tg Cheerful. 12 a Heb. 13:16. 5 a gr gift, blessing, d tg Generosity. benevolence. 8 a Philip. 4:18 (15–23); 1469 2 Corinthians 9:14–10:18 14 And by their prayer for you, 10 For his letters, say they, are which long after you for the exceed- weighty and powerful; but his a bod- ing grace of God in you. ily presence is weak, and his speech 15 a Thanks be unto God for his b contemptible. unspeakable b gift. 11 Let such an one think this, that, such as we are in word by Chapter 10 letters when we are absent, such Bring every thought into obedience— will we be also in deed when we are Paul glories in the Lord. present. 12 For we dare not make ourselves Now I Paul myself beseech you by of the number, or compare ourselves the a meekness and gentleness of with some that commend them- Christ, who in presence am base selves: but they measuring them- among you, but being absent am selves by themselves, and compar- bold toward you: ing themselves among themselves, 2 But I beseech you, that I may not are not wise. be bold when I am present with that 13 But we will not a boast of things confidence, wherewith I think to without our measure, but according be bold against some, which think to the measure of the rule which of us as if we walked according to God hath distributed to us, a mea- the flesh. sure to reach even unto you. 3 For though we walk in the flesh, 14 For we stretch not ourselves we do not a war after the flesh: beyond our measure, as though we 4 (For the aweapons of our bwarfare reached not unto you: for we are are not carnal, but mighty through come as far as to you also in preach- God to the pulling down of strong ing the gospel of Christ: holds;) 15 Not boasting of things without 5 Casting down imaginations, and our measure, that is, of other men’s every high thing that exalteth it- a labours; but having hope, when self against the knowledge of God, your faith is increased, that we shall and bringing into captivity every be enlarged by you according to our a thought to the bobedience of Christ; rule abundantly, 6 And having in a readiness to re- 16 To preach the gospel in the re- venge all a disobedience, when your gions beyond you, and not to boast in b obedience is fulfilled. another man’s line of things made 7 Do ye look on things after the ready to our hand. outward a appearance? If any man 17 But he that glorieth, let him trust to himself that he is Christ’s, a glory in the Lord. let him of himself think this again, 18 For not he that a commendeth that, as he is Christ’s, even so are we himself is approved, but whom the b Christ’s. Lord commendeth. 8 For though I should boast some- what more of our a authority, which Chapter 11 the Lord hath given us for b edifica- tion, and not for your destruction, Maintain the simplicity that is in I should not be ashamed: Christ—Satan sends forth false apos- 9 That I may not seem as if I would tles—Paul glories in his sufferings for terrify you by letters. Christ. 15 a tg Thanksgiving. 6 a tg Disobedience. b 2 Cor. 11:6. b James 1:17. b 2 Cor. 7:15. 13 a tg Boast. 10 1 a D&C 19:23; 25:5 (5, 14). 7 a 1 Sam. 16:7. 15 a Rom. 15:20. 3 a tg War. b 1 Cor. 3:23. 17 a Jer. 9:24 (23–24); 4 a Eph. 6:11 (10–24). 8 a 2 Cor. 13:10. Alma 26:16 (11–16). b 1 Cor. 9:7. tg Called of God. 18 a Luke 18:14. 5 a tg Motivations. b tg Edification. tg Boast. b tg Obedience. 10 a Gal. 4:13. 2 Corinthians 11:1–23 1470 Would to God ye could bear with 11 Wherefore? because I love you me a little in my folly: and indeed not? God knoweth. bear with me. 12 But what I do, that I will do, 2 For I am a jealous over you with that I may cut off occasion from godly jealousy: for I have b es- them which desire occasion; that poused you to one husband, that I wherein they a glory, they may be may present you as a chaste virgin found even as we. to Christ. 13 For such are a false apostles, 3 But I fear, lest by any means, as deceitful workers, transforming the a serpent b beguiled Eve through themselves into the apostles of his c subtilty, so your minds should Christ. be d corrupted from the e simplicity 14 And no marvel; for a Satan him- that is in Christ. self is transformed into an b angel 4 For if he that cometh preacheth of light. another aJesus, whom we have not 15 Therefore it is no great thing if preached, or if ye receive another his ministers also be transformed spirit, which ye have not received, as the ministers of righteousness; or another b gospel, which ye have whose a end shall be according to not accepted, ye might well bear their works. with him. 16 I say again, Let no man think 5 For I suppose I was not a whit me a fool; if otherwise, yet as a fool behind the very chiefest apostles. a receive me, that I may b boast my- 6 But though I be a rude in speech, self a little. yet not in knowledge; but we have 17 That which I speak, I speak it not been throughly made manifest after the Lord, but as it were fool- among you in all things. ishly, in this confidence of boasting. 7 Have I committed an offence in 18 Seeing that many glory after abasing myself that ye might be the flesh, I will glory also. exalted, because I have preached 19 For ye suffer fools gladly, see- to you the gospel of God a freely ? ing ye yourselves are wise. 8 I a robbed other churches, taking 20 For ye suffer, if a man bring b wages of them, to do you service. you into a bondage, if a man devour 9 And when I was present with you, if a man take of you, if a man you, and wanted, I was a chargeable exalt himself, if a man smite you to no man: for that which was b lack- on the face. ing to me the brethren which came 21 I speak as concerning areproach, from Macedonia c supplied: and in as though we had been weak. How- all things I have kept myself from beit whereinsoever any is bold, (I being burdensome unto you, and speak foolishly,) I am bold also. so will I keep myself. 22 Are they a Hebrews? so am I. Are 10 As the truth of Christ is in me, they b Israelites? so am I. Are they no man shall stop me of this boast- the seed of Abraham? so am I. ing in the regions of Achaia. 23 Are they a ministers of Christ? 11 2 a tg Jealous. churches, having taken tg Devil. b D&C 20:77. provisions for you. b tg Angels. 3 a tg Devil. b tg Wages. 15 a Philip. 3:19. b tg Fall of Man; 9 a 2 Cor. 12:13 (13, 16); 16 a gr listen to, bear with, Temptation. 1 Thes. 2:9. follow. c Gen. 3:1. b 1 Cor. 16:17. b tg Boast. d Heb. 13:9. c Philip. 4:10. 20 a tg Bondage, Physical. e Jacob 4:14. 12 a gr boast; so in 21 a tg Reproach. 4 a Gal. 1:6. chapters 11–12. 22 a Philip. 3:5. b tg Gospel. 13 a tg False Priesthoods; b Rom. 11:1. 6 a 2 Cor. 10:10. False Prophets. 23 a 2 Cor. 6:4 (4–10). 7 a 1 Cor. 9:18. 14 a 2 Ne. 9:9; 8 a gr despoiled other D&C 129:8. 1471 2 Corinthians 11:24–12:9 (I speak as a fool) b I am more; in Chapter 12 c labours more abundant, in d stripes above measure, in e prisons more Paul is caught up to the third heaven— The Lord gives men weaknesses that frequent, in deaths oft. they may triumph over them—Paul 24 Of the Jews five times received I a forty stripes save one. manifests the signs of an Apostle. 25 Thrice was I a beaten with rods, It is not expedient for me doubtless once was I stoned, thrice I suffered to a glory. I will come to b visions and shipwreck, a night and a day I have c revelations of the Lord. been in the deep; 2 a I knew a man in Christ above 26 In journeyings often, in perils fourteen years ago, (whether in of waters, in perils of robbers, in the b body, I cannot tell; or whether perils by mine own a countrymen, out of the body, I cannot tell: God in perils by the b heathen, in c perils knoweth;) such an one caught up in the city, in perils in the wilder- to the c third d heaven. ness, in perils in the sea, in perils 3 And I knew such a man, (whether among false brethren; in the body, or out of the body, I 27 In a weariness and b painfulness, cannot tell: God knoweth;) in watchings often, in hunger and 4 How that he was caught up into thirst, in fastings often, in cold and a paradise, and heard b unspeakable nakedness. words, which it is c not d lawful for a 28 B eside those thing s that man to utter. are without, that which cometh 5 Of such an one will I glory: yet upon me daily, the care of all the of myself I will not a glory, but in churches. mine infirmities. 29 Who is weak, and I am not 6 For though I would desire to a weak? who is offended, and I glory, I shall not be a fool; for I will b burn not? say the truth: but now I forbear, lest 30 If I must needs glory, I will glory any man should think of me above of the things which concern mine that which he seeth me to be, or that infirmities. he heareth of me. 31 The God and Father of our 7 And lest I should be a exalted Lord Jesus Christ, which is blessed above measure through the abun- for evermore, knoweth that I lie dance of the revelations, there was not. given to me a b thorn in the flesh, 32 In Damascus the governor under the messenger of Satan to buffet Aretas the king kept the city of the me, lest I should be exalted above Damascenes with a garrison, desir- measure. ous to a apprehend me: 8 For this thing I besought the 33 And through a window in a Lord thrice, that it might depart basket was I let down by the wall, from me. and escaped his hands. 9 And he said unto me, My agrace is sufficient for thee: for my b strength 23 b jst 2 Cor. 11:23 . . . so 27 a gr toil, trouble. c tg Celestial Glory. am I; in labors . . . b tg Pain. d tg Heaven. c 1 Cor. 15:10. 29 a 1 Cor. 9:22. 4 a tg Paradise. d Acts 16:23; b jst 2 Cor. 11:29 . . . b gr ineffable. James 5:10 (10–11); anger not? c 3 Ne. 17:17; Alma 26:29 (29–31). 32 a Acts 9:23 (23–25). 19:34 (32–34). e 2 Cor. 4:9. 12 1 a tg Boast. d gr possible, permitted. 24 a Deut. 25:3. b 1 Cor. 9:1. 5 a tg Boast. 25 a Acts 16:22. c tg Revelation. 7 a D&C 3:4. tg Persecution. 2 a gr I know a man in b tg Pain. 26 a Acts 14:5; 17:5. Christ who fourteen 9 a tg Grace. b tg Heathen. years ago. b tg Strength. c Acts 21:31. b D&C 137:1. 2 Corinthians 12:10–13:7 1472 is made perfect in c weakness. Most shall not find you such as I would, gladly therefore will I rather glory and that I shall be found unto you in my infirmities, that the power of such as ye would not: lest there be Christ may d rest upon me. debates, envyings, wraths, a strifes, 10 Therefore I take pleasure in b backbitings, whisperings, swell- a infirmities, in reproaches, in ne- ings, c tumults: cessities, in b persecutions, in dis- 21 And lest, when I come again, my tresses for Christ’s sake: for when I God will humble me among you, am c weak, then am I d strong. and that I shall bewail many which 11 I am become a fool in glorying; have sinned already, and have not ye have compelled me: for I ought to repented of the uncleanness and for- have been commended of you: for in nication and lasciviousness which nothing am I behind the very a chief- they have committed. est apostles, though I be nothing. 12 Truly the a signs of an apostle Chapter 13 were wrought among you in all pa- Saints should test themselves as to tience, in signs, and wonders, and righteousness—Be perfect and of one mighty deeds. mind; live in peace. 13 For what is it wherein ye were inferior to other churches, except This is the third time I am coming it be that I myself was not a burden- to you. In the mouth of two or three some to you? forgive me this wrong. a witnesses shall every word be es- 14 Behold, the third time I am tablished. ready to come to you; and I will not 2 I told you before, and foretell be burdensome to you: for I a seek you, as if I were present, the sec- not yours, but you: for the children ond time; and being absent now ought not to lay up for the parents, I write to them which heretofore but the parents for the children. have sinned, and to all other, that, 15 And I will very gladly spend if I come again, I will not spare: and be spent for you; though the 3 Since ye seek a proof of Christ more abundantly I love you, the speaking in me, which to you-ward less I be loved. is not weak, but is mighty in you. 16 But be it so, I did not burden 4 For though he was a crucified you: nevertheless, being crafty, I through weakness, yet he liveth by caught you with guile. the power of God. For we also are 17 Did I make a gain of you by weak in him, but we shall live with any of them whom I sent unto you? him by the power of God toward you. 18 I desired Titus, and with him 5 a Examine yourselves, whether I sent a brother. Did Titus make a ye be in the faith; prove your own gain of you? walked we not in the selves. Know ye not your own selves, same spirit? walked we not in the how that b Jesus c Christ is in you, same steps? except ye be reprobates? 19 Again, think ye that we excuse 6 But I trust that ye shall know ourselves unto you? we speak before that we are not reprobates. God in Christ: but we do all things, 7 Now I pray to God that ye do no dearly beloved, for your a edifying. evil; not that we should appear ap- 20 For I fear, lest, when I come, I proved, but that ye should do that 9 c 2 Cor. 13:9; 13 a 2 Cor. 11:9 (8–9). D&C 6:28. Ether 12:27 (26–28). 14 a 1 Cor. 10:33. tg Book of Mormon; d D&C 39:12. 19 a 1 Cor. 14:26. Witness. 10 a tg Adversity. tg Edification. 4 a tg Jesus Christ, b tg Persecution. 20 a tg Strife. Crucifixion of. c tg Humility. b tg Backbiting. 5 a 1 Cor. 11:28 (27–31). d Joel 3:10; D&C 50:16. c tg Rioting and b 1 Jn. 3:24 (19–24); 11 a 1 Cor. 9:1. Reveling. 4:12 (7–21). 12 a tg Signs. 13 1 a Deut. 19:15; c Rom. 8:10. 1473 2 Corinthians 13:8–Galatians 1:9 which is a honest, though we be as a perfect, be of good comfort, be of reprobates. b one c mind, live in d peace; and the 8 For we can do nothing against God of e love and peace shall be the truth, but for the truth. with you. 9 For we are glad, when we are 12 Greet one another with an holy a weak, and ye are strong: and this a kiss. also we wish, even your perfection. 13 All the saints salute you. 10 Therefore I write these things 14 The grace of the Lord Jesus being absent, lest being present I Christ, and the love of God, and the should use sharpness, according communion of the Holy Ghost, be to the a power which the Lord hath with you all. Amen. given me to edification, and not to ¶ The second epistle to the Corinthians was destruction. written from Philippi, a city of Macedonia, 11 Finally, brethren, farewell. Be by Titus and Lucas. The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians Chapter 1 present evil world, according to the Preachers of false gospels are accursed— c will of God and our Father: Paul received the gospel by revelation— 5 To whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen. He believed, was taught, and preached 6 I marvel that ye are so soon a re­ to the Gentiles. moved from him that called you P aul, an a apostle, (not of men, neither by man, but by Jesus Christ, and God the Father, who raised him from the dead;) 2 And all the brethren which are into the grace of Christ unto an­ other b gospel: b 7 Which is not another; but there be some that a trouble you, and would pervert the c gospel of Christ. with me, unto the churches of Ga­ 8 But though we, or an a angel from latia: heaven, preach any b other c gospel 3 Grace be to you and peace from unto you than that which we have God the Father, and from our Lord preached unto you, let him be Jesus Christ, d accursed. 4 Who a gave himself for our sins, 9 As we said before, so say I now that he might b deliver us from this again, If any man preach any other 7 a tg Honesty. [Galatians] Christian Church. 9 a 2 Cor. 12:9. 1 1 a tg Apostles; b 2 Cor. 11:4. 10 a 2 Cor. 10:8. Priesthood, Authority. 7 a gr agitate, raise doubts, 11 a tg Perfection. 4 a tg Jesus Christ, perplex. b tg Unity. Redeemer. b Gal. 5:10. c 1 Cor. 1:10 (10–13). b tg Redemption. c tg Gospel. d tg Peace. c tg God, Will of. 8 a tg Angels. e tg God, Love of. 6 a tg Apostasy of b 1 Tim. 1:3. 12 a jst 2 Cor. 13:12 . . . Individuals; c tg Gospel. salutation. Apostasy of the Early d Gal. 5:12. Galatians 1:10–2:6 1474 a gospel unto you than that ye have 21 Afterwards I came into the re- received, let him be b accursed. gions of Syria and Cilicia; 10 For do I now a persuade men, or 22 And was unknown by face unto God? or do I seek to b please men? the churches of Judæa which were for if I yet c pleased men, I should in Christ: not be the servant of Christ. 23 But they had heard only, That 11 But I acertify you, brethren, that he which persecuted us in times the gospel which was b preached of past now preacheth the faith which me is not after man. once he destroyed. 12 For I neither received it aof man, 24 And they glorified God in me. neither was I taught it, but b by the c revelation of Jesus Christ. Chapter 2 13 For ye have heard of my a con- versation in time past in the Jews’ Paul goes to Jerusalem—He contends religion, how that beyond measure for the true gospel—Salvation comes I b persecuted the church of God, through Christ. and c wasted it: Then fourteen years after I went up 14 And a profited in the Jews’ re- again to aJerusalem with b Barnabas, ligion above many b my equals in and took Titus with me also. mine own nation, being more ex- 2 And I went up by arevelation, and ceedingly c zealous of the d traditions b communicated unto them that gos- of my fathers. pel which I preach among the Gen- 15 But when it pleased God, who tiles, but privately to them which separated me from my mother’s were of reputation, lest by any means womb, and called me by his a grace, I should run, or had run, in vain. 16 To reveal his Son in me, that I 3 But neither Titus, who was with might preach him among the a hea- me, being a Greek, was compelled then; immediately I conferred not to be a circumcised: with b flesh and blood: 4 aAnd that because of false breth- 17 Neither went I up to Jerusalem ren unawares brought in, who came to them which were apostles before in privily to spy out our b liberty me; but I went into Arabia, and re- which we have in Christ Jesus, that turned again unto Damascus. they might bring us into c bondage: 18 Then after three years I went 5 To whom we gave place by sub- up to a Jerusalem to see Peter, and jection, no, not for an hour; that the abode with him fifteen days. truth of the gospel might continue 19 But other of the a apostles saw I with you. none, save bJames the Lord’s cbrother. 6 But of these who seemed to be 20 Now the things which I a write somewhat, (whatsoever they were, unto you, behold, before God, I lie it maketh no matter to me: God ac- not. cepteth no man’s person:) for they 9 a tg False Doctrine. b Acts 9:21 (10–22). 20 a tg Scriptures, Writing of. b 2 Ne. 28:15. c gr was ravaging, 2 1 a Acts 15:2. 10 a gr appease, aspire to destroying. b Acts 4:36 (36–37). the favor of. 14 a gr was advancing. 2 a Alma 8:16; jst Gal. 1:10 . . . please . . . b gr men of my age. Hel. 13:3. b tg Peer Influence. c tg Zeal. b gr reported. c tg Courage. d tg Traditions of Men. 3 a tg Circumcision. 11 a gr declare, make 15 a tg Grace. 4 a jst Gal. 2:4 known to. 16 a gr nations, Gentiles. Notwithstanding, there b 2 Cor. 4:5. tg Heathen. were some brought in 12 a gr from a man. b tg Flesh and Blood. by false brethren b gr through a revelation. 18 a Acts 9:26. unawares, who . . . c 1 Cor. 9:1; 19 a tg Apostles. b tg Liberty. D&C 84:1. b Acts 21:18. c tg Bondage, Spiritual. tg Testimony. c tg Jesus Christ, 13 a gr conduct. Family of. 1475 Galatians 2:7–3:3 who seemed to be somewhat in con- by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we ference added nothing to me: have believed in Jesus Christ, that 7 But contrariwise, when they saw we might be justified by the c faith that the a gospel of the uncircum- of Christ, and not by the d works of cision was committed unto me, as the e law: for by the works of the law the gospel of the b circumcision was shall no flesh be f justified. unto c Peter; 17 But if, while we seek to be jus- 8 (For he that wrought effectually tified by Christ, we ourselves also in Peter to the apostleship of the are found sinners, is therefore Christ circumcision, the same was mighty the minister of sin? God forbid. in me toward the Gentiles:) 18 For if I build again the things 9 And when James, a Cephas, and which I destroyed, I make myself a John, who seemed to be pillars, per- transgressor. ceived the bgrace that was given unto 19 For I through the law am a dead me, they gave to me and Barnabas to the law, that I might b live unto the right hands of c fellowship; that God. we should go unto the d heathen, and 20 I am crucified with Christ: nev- they unto the circumcision. ertheless I live; yet not I, but a Christ 10 Only they would that we should b liveth in me: and the life which I remember the poor; the same which now live in the flesh I live by the I also was forward to do. c faith of the Son of God, who loved 11 But when Peter was come to me, and gave himself for me. Antioch, I withstood him to the 21 I do not frustrate the a grace of face, because he was to be blamed. God: for if righteousness come by 12 For before that certain came the b law, then Christ is dead in vain. from James, he did eat with the Gentiles: but when they were come, he withdrew and separated himself, Chapter 3 fearing them which were of the cir- God gave the gospel to Abraham—The cumcision. Mosaic law was added because of 13 And the other Jews dissembled transgressions—The law was a school- likewise with him; insomuch that master until Christ—The Saints are Barnabas also was carried away children of God by faith—All who are with their a dissimulation. of the faith and baptized into Christ 14 But when I saw that they walked become Abraham’s seed. not uprightly according to the truth of the gospel, I said unto Peter be- O foolish Galatians, who hath fore them all, If thou, being a Jew, a bewitched you, that ye should not livest after the manner of Gentiles, obey the truth, before whose eyes and not as do the Jews, why com- Jesus Christ hath been evidently set pellest thou the Gentiles to live as forth, crucified among you? do the Jews? 2 This only would I learn of you, 15 We who are Jews by nature, and Received ye the Spirit by the works not sinners of the Gentiles, of the a law, or by the b hearing of 16 Knowing that a man is not a jus- faith? tified by the works of the b law, but 3 Are ye so foolish? having begun 7 a 1 Cor. 9:17. c Moro. 7:33 (7–33). 21 a tg Grace. b tg Circumcision. d Mosiah 13:28 (27–32). b Mosiah 13:28 (27–31). c 1 Cor. 9:1. e 2 Ne. 2:5 (5–8). 3 1 a Jacob 7:18 (16–18). 9 a John 1:42. f gr vindicated, tg Apostasy of the b tg Grace. approved, guiltless. Early Christian Church. c tg Fellowshipping. 19 a Rom. 7:4 (1–7). 2 a 2 Ne. 2:5; d gr nations, Gentiles. b Rom. 6:11 (9–11). Mosiah 13:28 (27–28). 13 a gr hypocrisy. 20 a John 17:22 (20–23). b Rom. 10:17. 16 a tg Justification. b Rom. 14:7 (7–9). b D&C 22:2. c tg Faith. Galatians 3:4–24 1476 in the Spirit, are ye now made per- 15 Brethren, I speak after the man- fect by the flesh? ner of men; Though it be but a man’s 4 Have ye suffered so many things covenant, yet if it be confirmed, in vain? if it be yet in vain. no man disannulleth, or addeth 5 He therefore that a ministereth to thereto. you the Spirit, and worketh mira­ 16 Now to aAbraham and his seed cles among you, doeth he it by the were the b promises made. He saith works of the law, or by the hearing not, And to seeds, as of many; but of faith? as of one, And to thy seed, which 6 Even as Abraham believed God, is Christ. and it was accounted to him for 17 And this I say, that the covenant, a righteousness. that was confirmed before of God 7 Know ye therefore that they in Christ, the law, which was a four which are of faith, the same are the hundred and thirty years after, can- a children of Abraham. not disannul, that it should make 8 And the scripture, foreseeing the promise of none effect. that God would justify the a heathen 18 For if the a inheritance be of the through faith, preached before the law, it is no more of promise: but b gospel unto Abraham, saying, In God gave it to Abraham by promise. thee shall all c nations be d blessed. 19 aWherefore then serveth the law? 9 So then they which be of faith It was b added because of transgres- are a blessed with faithful Abraham. sions, till the seed should come to 10 For as many as are of the works whom the promise was made; and it of the law are under the curse: for it was ordained by angels in the hand is written, a Cursed is every one that of a mediator. continueth not in all things which 20 Now a mediator is not a media- are written in the book of the law tor of one, but God is one. to do them. 21 Is the law then against the 11 But that no man is justified by promises of God? God forbid: for if the law in the sight of God, it is evi- there had been a law given which dent: for, The just shall live by afaith. could have given life, verily righ- 12 And the law is not of faith: but, teousness should have been by The man that doeth them shall live the law. in them. 22 But the scripture hath con- 13 Christ hath a redeemed us from cluded all under asin, that the prom- the b curse of the c law, being made a ise by faith of Jesus Christ might be curse for us: for it is written, dCursed given to them that believe. is every one that hangeth on a tree: 23 But before faith came, we were 14 That the a blessing of Abraham kept under the law, shut up unto might come on the Gentiles through the faith which should afterwards b Jesus Christ; that we might receive be revealed. the c promise of the Spirit through 24 Wherefore the a law was our faith. b schoolmaster to bring us unto Christ, 5 a gr grants, furnishes. b tg Bondage, Spiritual; 18 a tg Inheritance. 6 a tg Righteousness. Curse. 19 a jst Gal. 3:19–20 7 a tg Abrahamic c Alma 42:22 (1–28). (Appendix). Covenant. d Deut. 21:23. b 1 Tim. 1:9. 8 a tg Heathen. 14 a tg Blessing; 22 a D&C 49:8. b tg Gospel. Israel, Mission of. 24 a tg Law of Moses. c tg Israel, Mission of. b Acts 8:35 (29–35). b gr pedagogue, director, d tg Mission of c tg Promise. supervisor of children. Latter-day Saints. 16 a Ps. 132:11; jst Gal. 3:24 . . . 9 a tg Israel, Blessings of. Luke 1:55 (54–55). schoolmaster until 10 a tg Curse. b D&C 107:40. Christ . . . 11 a tg Faith. 17 a tg Israel, Bondage of, tg Jesus Christ, Types 13 a Gal. 4:5. in Egypt. of, in Anticipation. 1477 Galatians 3:25–4:18 that we might be c justified by Son into your hearts, crying, Abba, faith. Father. 25 But after that faith is come, we 7 Wherefore thou art no more a are no longer under a schoolmaster. a servant, but a b son; and if a son, 26 For ye are all the a children of then an c heir of God through Christ. God by b faith in Christ Jesus. 8 Howbeit then, when ye knew 27 For as many of you as have been not God, ye a did b service unto them a baptized into Christ have put on which by nature are no c gods. Christ. 9 But now, after that ye have known 28 There is neither Jew nor aGreek, God, or rather are known of God, there is neither bond nor free, there how turn ye again to the weak and is neither male nor female: for ye beggarly elements, whereunto ye are all b one in Christ Jesus. desire again to be in a bondage? 29 And if ye be Christ’s, then are 10 Ye observe a days, and months, ye aAbraham’s b seed, and c heirs ac- and times, and years. cording to the promise. 11 I am afraid a of you, lest I have bestowed upon you labour in vain. Chapter 4 12 Brethren, I beseech you, be as The Saints are children of God by I am; for I am as ye are: ye have not adoption—Paul calls the Galatians injured me at all. back to Christ—He compares the two 13 Ye know how through ainfirmity covenants. of the b flesh I preached the gospel unto you at the first. Now I say, That the heir, as long as 14 And my a temptation which was he is a child, differeth nothing from in my flesh ye despised not, nor re- a servant, though he be lord of all; jected; but received me as an angel 2 But is under tutors and gover- of God, even as Christ Jesus. nors until the time appointed of 15 Where is then the blessedness the father. ye spake of? for I bear you record, 3 Even so we, when we were chil- that, if it had been possible, ye would dren, were in a bondage under the have plucked out your own eyes, elements of the world: and have given them to me. 4 But when the fulness of the time 16 Am I therefore become your en- was come, God a sent forth his b Son, emy, because I tell you the a truth? c made of a d woman, made under 17 They zealously affect you, but the law, not well; yea, they would exclude 5 To a redeem them that were un- you, that ye might affect them. der the law, that we might receive 18 But it is good to be a zealously the b adoption of sons. affected always in a good thing, and 6 And because ye are sons, God not only when I am present with hath sent forth the Spirit of his you. 24 c See jst Rom. 4:16 c Gal. 4:28. Become like Heavenly (Rom. 4:16 note a). 4 3 a tg Bondage, Spiritual. Father. Moro. 10:32 (32–33). 4 a John 8:42; 8 a gr were slaves, were in 26 a tg Sons and Daughters 16:28 (27–28, 30); 17:8. bondage. of God. tg Jesus Christ, b 1 Cor. 8:4. b tg Baptism, Condescension of. c Jer. 44:3. Qualifications for. b tg Jesus Christ, Birth of. 9 a D&C 84:51 (50–51). 27 a Rom. 13:14; c gr born. 10 a Rom. 14:5 (5–6). 2 Ne. 31:13 (12–13); d tg Woman. 11 a gr concerning. Mosiah 5:8 (2–14). 5 a Gal. 3:13. 13 a gr weakness, feebleness. tg Baptism. b tg Election. 1 Cor. 2:3 (2–4). 28 a tg Gentiles. 7 a gr slave. b 2 Cor. 10:10. b Rom. 10:12 (12–13). b tg Sons and Daughters 14 a gr trial, test. tg Unity. of God. 16 a Hel. 13:26. 29 a tg Conversion. c tg Eternal Life; tg Truth. b tg Seed of Abraham. Man, Potential to 18 a tg Zeal. Galatians 4:19–5:10 1478 19 My little children, of whom I 31 So then, brethren, we are not travail in birth again until Christ children of the bondwoman, but be formed in you, of the free. 20 I desire to be present with you now, and to change my voice; for I Chapter 5 a stand in doubt of you. 21 Tell me, ye that desire to be Stand fast in gospel liberty—Seek faith, love, Christ, and the Spirit—The works under the law, do ye not hear of the flesh and the fruits of the Spirit the law? are named. 22 For it is written, that Abraham had two sons, the one by a a bond- a Stand fast therefore in the b liberty maid, the other by a freewoman. wherewith Christ hath made us 23 But he who was of the bond- c free, and be not d entangled again woman was born after the flesh; but with the yoke of e bondage. he of the freewoman was by promise. 2 Behold, I Paul say unto you, that 24 Which things are an allegory: for if ye be circumcised, Christ shall these are the two covenants; the one profit you nothing. from the mount Sinai, which gen- 3 For I testify again to every man dereth to a bondage, which is bAgar. that is a circumcised, that he is a 25 For this Agar is mount Sinai in debtor to do the whole law. Arabia, and answereth to Jerusalem 4 Christ is become of no effect which now is, and is in bondage unto you, whosoever of you are jus- with her children. tified by the a law; ye are fallen from 26 But aJerusalem which is above is b grace. free, which is the mother of us all. 5 For we through the Spirit wait for 27 For it is written, a Rejoice, thou the hope of righteousness by a faith. b barren that bearest not; break forth 6 For in Jesus Christ neither a cir- and cry, thou that travailest not: cumcision b availeth any thing, nor for the desolate hath many more uncircumcision; but c faith which children than she which hath an worketh by d love. husband. 7 Ye did run well; who did hin- 28 Now we, brethren, as Isaac was, der you that ye should not a obey are the a children of promise. the truth? 29 But as then he that was born 8 This persuasion cometh not of after the a flesh b persecuted him him that calleth you. that was born after the Spirit, even 9 A little leaven leaveneth the so it is now. whole lump. 30 Nevertheless what saith the 10 I have a confidence in you scripture? aCast out the bondwoman through the Lord, that ye b will be and her son: for the son of the bond- none otherwise minded: but he that woman shall not be heir with the c troubleth you shall bear his judg- son of the freewoman. ment, whosoever he be. 20 a gr am perplexed about. Spiritually Reborn. 5 a Rom. 5:2 (1–5); 22 a Gen. 16:2 (1–3); b Gen. 21:9. 1 Pet. 1:21 (21–22). D&C 132:30 (30–34), 65; 30 a Gen. 21:10. 6 a tg Circumcision. Abr. 2:9 (9–11). 5 1 a Philip. 4:1 (1–7). b gr has any power, 24 a tg Law of Moses. b tg Liberty. validity, service. b Gen. 16:1. c 2 Ne. 2:26 (26–27); c tg Faith. 26 a tg Jerusalem, New. Mosiah 5:8; d tg Love. 27 a Gen. 21:6. Alma 61:9 (9, 21). 7 a tg Disobedience. b tg Barren. d D&C 88:86. 10 a tg Dependability. 28 a Gal. 3:29. e tg Bondage, Spiritual; b gr will take no other tg Mission of Law of Moses. view, will not have a Early Saints; 3 a Rom. 2:25. different opinion. Seed of Abraham. 4 a tg Law of Moses. c Gal. 1:7. 29 a tg Man, Natural, Not b tg Grace. 1479 Galatians 5:11–6:5 11 And I, brethren, if I yet preach which do such things shall not in- circumcision, why do I yet suffer herit the kingdom of God. persecution? then is the a offence 22 But the a fruit of the b Spirit is of the cross ceased. c love, d joy, e peace, f longsuffering, 12 I would they were even a cut off g gentleness, goodness, h faith, which b trouble you. 23 aMeekness, btemperance: against 13 For, brethren, ye have been such there is no law. called unto a liberty; only use not 24 And they that are Christ’s have liberty for an occasion to the flesh, crucified the flesh with the a affec- but by love b serve one another. tions and lusts. 14 For all the a law is fulfilled in 25 If we live in the Spirit, let us one word, even in this; Thou shalt also walk in the Spirit. b love thy neighbour as thyself. 26 Let us not be desirous of vain 15 But if ye bite and devour one glory, a provoking one another, en- another, take heed that ye be not vying one another. consumed one of another. 16 This I say then, a Walk in the Chapter 6 b Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the c lust of the flesh. Bear one another’s burdens—As you 17 For the flesh lusteth against sow, so shall you reap—Be not weary the aSpirit, and the Spirit against the in well-doing. flesh: and these are contrary the Brethren, if a man be a overtaken one to the other: so that ye cannot in a b fault, ye which are spiritual, do the things that ye would. c restore such an one in the spirit of 18 But if ye be a led of the Spirit, meekness; d considering thyself, lest ye are not under the b law. thou also be tempted. 19 Now the works of the a flesh are 2 Bear ye one another’s a burdens, manifest, which are these; Adultery, and so fulfil the law of Christ. b fornication, c uncleanness, lascivi- 3 For if a man think himself to be ousness, something, when he is nothing, he 20 Idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, deceiveth himself. variance, emulations, wrath, a strife, 4 But let every man a prove his seditions, heresies, own b work, and then shall he have 21 a Envyings, murders, b drunken­ rejoicing in himself alone, and not ness, c revellings, and such like: of in another. the which I tell you before, as I have 5 For every man shall a bear his also told you in time past, that they own burden. 11 a gr stumbling block, 19 a Mosiah 16:3 (3–5); g tg Benevolence; cause of misery. D&C 67:12 (10–12). Kindness. 12 a tg Excommunication. b tg Fornication. h tg Faith. b Gal. 1:8 (8–9). c tg Uncleanness. 23 a tg Meek. 13 a tg Abundant Life; 20 a tg Strife. b gr self-control. Liberty. 21 a tg Envy. tg Temperance. b tg Self-Sacrifice. b tg Drunkenness; 24 a gr sufferings, 14 a Rom. 13:10 (8–10); Word of Wisdom. afflictions, passions. 1 Tim. 1:5. c tg Rioting and 26 a tg Provoking. tg God, Law of. Reveling. 6 1 a Rom. 14:1; b tg Love. 22 a Rom. 8:23. D&C 20:80. 16 a tg Walking with God. tg Holy Ghost, b gr transgression, b tg Guidance, Divine. Mission of. trespass. c tg Chastity; b tg Inspiration; c Heb. 12:13. Lust. Spirituality. d gr watching. 17 a tg Holy Ghost, c Col. 3:12. 2 a tg Compassion. Loss of. d tg Joy. 4 a tg Test. 18 a D&C 20:45; 28:4; 42:13. e tg Contentment; b tg Good Works. b Acts 15:5 (1–11); Peace of God. 5 a Prov. 9:12. Mosiah 13:29 (29–31). f tg Forbear. Galatians 6:6–Ephesians 1:4 1480 6 Let him that is taught in the lest they should suffer a persecution word a communicate unto him that for the cross of Christ. teacheth in all good things. 13 For neither they themselves 7 Be not a deceived; God is not who are circumcised keep the law; b mocked: for whatsoever a man but desire to have you circumcised, c soweth, that shall he also d reap. that they may glory in your flesh. 8 For he that soweth to his flesh 14 But God forbid that I should shall of the flesh reap corruption; glory, save in the cross of our Lord but he that soweth to the Spirit Jesus Christ, by whom the world is shall of the Spirit reap life ever­ crucified unto me, and I unto the lasting. world. 9 And let us not be a weary in well 15 For in Christ Jesus neither a cir­ doing: for in due season we shall cumcision availeth any thing, nor b reap, if we faint not. uncircumcision, but a new creature. 10 As we have therefore opportu­ 16 And as many as walk according nity, let us do a good unto all men, to this rule, a peace be on them, and especially unto them who are of the mercy, and upon the Israel of God. household of faith. 17 From henceforth let no man 11 Ye see how large a letter I have trouble me: for I bear in my body written unto you with mine own the marks of the Lord Jesus. hand. 18 Brethren, the grace of our Lord 12 As many as desire to make a Jesus Christ be with your spirit. fair shew in the flesh, they con­ Amen. strain you to be circumcised; only ¶ Unto the Galatians written from Rome. The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Ephesians Chapter 1 2 Grace be to you, and peace, from The Saints are foreordained to receive God our Father, and from the Lord the gospel—The gospel is to be restored Jesus Christ. 3 Blessed be the God and Father in the latter days—The Saints are sealed of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath by the Holy Spirit of Promise—They blessed us with all a spiritual bless­ know God and Christ by revelation. ings in heavenly places in Christ: P aul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, to the asaints which are at Ephesus, and to the faithful in Christ Jesus: 4 According as he hath a chosen us in him bbefore the foundation of the world, that we should be c holy and without blame before him in love: 6 a tg Communication. 9 a Luke 8:14 (14–15); [Ephesians] 7 a tg Deceit. 2 Thes. 3:13; D&C 64:33. 1 1 a tg Saints. b tg Mocking. tg Steadfastness. 3 a tg Spirituality. c Ezek. 32:27. b tg Abundant Life. 4 a tg Election; tg Accountability; 10 a Prov. 3:27. Foreordination. Agency; Good Works. 12 a tg Persecution. b tg Man, Antemortal d Ps. 7:16. 15 a tg Circumcision. Existence of. tg Harvest. 16 a Ps. 125:5. c tg Holiness. 1481 Ephesians 1:5–23 5 Having a predestinated us unto 15 Wherefore I also, after I heard the b adoption of children by Jesus of your a faith in the Lord Jesus, and Christ to himself, according to the love unto all the saints, good pleasure of his will, 16 Cease not to give thanks for 6 To the praise of the glory of his you, making mention of you in my grace, wherein he hath made us prayers; accepted in the beloved. 17 That the God of our Lord Jesus 7 In whom we have a redemption Christ, the Father of glory, may through his blood, the b forgiveness give unto you the spirit of a wisdom of sins, according to the c riches of and b revelation in the knowledge his d grace; of him: 8 Wherein he hath abounded to- 18 The eyes of your a understand- ward us in all a wisdom and b pru- ing being b enlightened; that ye may dence; know what is the hope of his calling, 9 Having made known unto us the and what the c riches of the glory of a mystery of his b will, according to his d inheritance in the saints, his good pleasure which he hath 19 And what is the exceeding great- purposed in himself: ness of his a power to us-ward who 10 That in the a dispensation of the believe, according to the working fulness of times he might b gather of his mighty power, together in one c all things in Christ, 20 Which he wrought in Christ, both which are in heaven, and which when he a raised him from the dead, are on earth; even in him: and set him at his own right hand 11 In whom also we have obtained in the b heavenly places, an inheritance, being apredestinated 21 Far above all principality, and according to the purpose of him who power, and might, and dominion, worketh all things after the counsel and every a name that is named, not of his own will: only in this world, but also in that 12 That we should be to the praise which is to come: of his glory, who a first trusted in 22 And hath put a all things under Christ. his b feet, and gave him to be the 13 In whom ye also trusted, after c head over all things to the d church, that ye heard the word of truth, 23 Which is his body, the fulness the a gospel of your salvation: in of him that filleth all in all. whom also after that ye believed, ye were b sealed with that holy Spirit Chapter 2 of c promise, 14 Which is the earnest of our in- We are saved by grace through faith— heritance until the redemption of The blood of Christ saves Jew and Gen- the purchased possession, unto the tile alike—The Church is built upon the praise of his glory. foundation of apostles and prophets. 5 a gr foreordained. 10 a tg Dispensations; b D&C 6:15; 11:13. Eph. 1:11. Last Days; Restoration tg Education. tg Foreordination. of the Gospel. c tg Treasure. b tg Sons and Daughters b tg Israel, Gathering of. d tg Inheritance. of God. c tg Jesus Christ, Power of. 19 a Col. 2:12. 7 a tg Jesus Christ, 11 a Eph. 1:5. 20 a Acts 2:32; Atonement through; 12 a gr trusted, hoped 1 Cor. 15:20 (14–20). Jesus Christ, Redeemer; beforehand. b Heb. 7:26. Redemption. 13 a D&C 93:51. 21 a Heb. 1:4. b tg Forgive. tg Gospel. tg Name. c tg Treasure. b tg Sealing. 22 a tg Jesus Christ, Power of. d tg Grace. c tg Promise. b Heb. 2:8. 8 a tg God, Omniscience of. 15 a Col. 1:4 (4–5). c tg Jesus Christ, b tg Prudence. 17 a tg Wisdom. Head of the Church; 9 a Eph. 3:4; D&C 107:19. b tg Revelation. Jesus Christ, Messiah. b tg God, Will of. 18 a tg Understanding. d tg Church. Ephesians 2:1–22 1482 And you hath he quickened, who were 12 That at that time ye were a dead in trespasses and sins; without Christ, being aliens from 2 Wherein in time past ye walked the commonwealth of Israel, and according to the course of this a strangers from the b covenants of a world, according to the prince of promise, having no chope, and dwith- the power of the air, the spirit that out God in the world: now worketh in the children of 13 But now in Christ Jesus ye who b disobedience: sometimes were far off are made 3 Among whom also we all had nigh by the blood of Christ. our conversation in times past in 14 For he is our a peace, who hath the a lusts of our flesh, fulfilling the made both one, and hath broken desires of the flesh and of the mind; down the middle b wall of partition and were by b nature the children between us; of wrath, even as others. 15 Having a abolished in his flesh 4 But God, who is rich in a mercy, the enmity, even the law of com- for his great love wherewith he mandments contained in bordinances; loved us, for to make in himself of twain one 5 Even when we were dead in sins, c new man, so making peace; hath a quickened us together with 16 And that he might a reconcile Christ, (by grace ye are saved;) both unto God in one body by 6 And hath raised us up together, the cross, having slain the enmity and made us sit together in heav- thereby: enly places in Christ Jesus: 17 And came and preached peace 7 That in the ages to come he to you which were afar off, and to might shew the exceeding a riches them that were nigh. of his grace in his kindness toward 18 For through him we both have us through Christ Jesus. access by one Spirit unto the Father. 8 For by a grace are ye b saved 19 Now therefore ye are no more through c faith; and that not of your- a strangers and foreigners, but b fel- selves: it is the d gift of God: lowcitizens with the c saints, and of 9 Not of works, lest any man should the d household of God; a boast. 20 And are built upon the founda- 10 For we are his a workmanship, tion of the a apostles and b prophets, created in Christ Jesus unto good Jesus Christ himself being the chief b works, which God hath before or- c corner stone; dained that we should cwalk in them. 21 In whom all the building fitly 11 Wherefore remember, that ye be- framed together groweth unto an ing in time past Gentiles in the flesh, holy temple in the Lord: who are called a Uncircumcision by 22 In whom ye also are builded that which is called the Circumcision together for an habitation of God in the flesh made by hands; through the Spirit. 2 1 a Col. 1:21; Rev. 3:1. c tg Faith. 15 a Col. 2:14. 2 a tg Worldliness. d tg God, Gifts of. b tg Ordinance. b D&C 121:17. 9 a tg Boast. c tg Man, New, tg Disobedience. 10 a Ps. 100:3; Isa. 60:21; Spiritually Reborn. 3 a tg Lust. D&C 29:25. 16 a tg Jesus Christ, b tg Man, Natural, Not b tg Good Works. Atonement through. Spiritually Reborn. c tg Walking with God. 19 a tg Gentiles; Stranger. 4 a tg God, Mercy of. 11 a tg Circumcision. b tg Citizenship; 5 a tg Resurrection. 12 a tg Stranger. Fellowshipping. 7 a tg Treasure. b tg Covenants. c tg Saints. 8 a Alma 22:14 (13–14); c 1 Thes. 4:13. d tg Sons and Daughters 42:14 (10–25); d 1 Thes. 4:5; of God. D&C 20:30 (29–34). Mosiah 27:31; 20 a tg Apostles; tg Grace. Alma 41:11. Church Organization. b tg Salvation; 14 a tg Peace; Peace of God. b tg Prophets, Mission of. Salvation, Plan of. b tg Veil. c tg Cornerstone. 1483 Ephesians 3:1–4:2 Chapter 3 access with confidence by the faith of him. The Gentiles are fellow heirs with Is- 13 Wherefore I desire that ye faint rael—The love of Christ surpasses all not at my tribulations for you, which understanding. is your glory. For this cause I Paul, the prisoner 14 For this cause I bow my knees of Jesus Christ for you Gentiles, unto the a Father of our Lord Jesus 2 If ye have heard of the a dispen- Christ, sation of the grace of God which is 15 Of whom the whole a family in given me to you-ward: heaven and earth is named, 3 How that by revelation he made 16 That he would grant you, ac- a known unto me the mystery; (as I cording to the a riches of his glory, b wrote afore in few words, to be b strengthened with might by 4 Whereby, when ye read, ye may his Spirit in the inner man; understand my knowledge in the 17 That Christ may dwell in your a mystery of Christ) hearts by faith; that ye, being arooted 5 Which in other ages was not and b grounded in love, made known unto the sons of men, 18 May be able to comprehend as it is now a revealed unto his holy with all saints what is the breadth, apostles and bprophets by the Spirit; and length, and depth, and height; 6 That the a Gentiles should be fel- 19 And to know the a love of Christ, lowheirs, and of the same body, and which passeth knowledge, that ye partakers of his promise in Christ might be filled with all the fulness by the gospel: of God. 7 Whereof I was made a minister, 20 Now unto him that is able to according to the gift of the grace of do exceeding abundantly above all God given unto me by the effectual that we ask or think, according to working of his power. the power that worketh in us, 8 Unto me, who am less than the 21 Unto him be glory in the church least of all saints, is this agrace given, by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, that I should preach among the a world without end. Amen. Gentiles the unsearchable b riches of Christ; Chapter 4 9 And to make all men see what There is one Lord, one faith, and one is the fellowship of the a mystery, baptism—Apostles and prophets are which from the beginning of the essential to the Church—The Saints world hath been hid in God, who are exhorted to live righteously—They b created all things by cJesus Christ: are sealed unto the day of redemption. 10 To the intent that now unto the principalities and powers in heav- I therefore, the prisoner of the enly places might be known by the Lord, beseech you that ye walk church the manifold wisdom of God, a worthy of the b vocation wherewith 11 According to the eternal a pur- ye are called, pose which he purposed in Christ 2 With all lowliness and meekness, Jesus our Lord: with longsuffering, a forbearing one 12 In whom we have boldness and another in love; 3 2 a tg Dispensations. 9 a tg Mysteries of 16 a tg Treasure. 3 a Col. 1:27 (26–27). Godliness. b Col. 1:11. b tg Scriptures, Lost. b tg Creation; tg Strength. 4 a Rom. 16:25; God, Creator; 17 a Col. 2:7. Eph. 1:9 (9–11). Jesus Christ, Creator. b Col. 1:23. 5 a tg Revelation. c tg Jesus Christ, 19 a tg God, Love of. b tg Prophets, Mission of. Jehovah. 21 a D&C 76:112. 6 a tg Gentiles. 11 a tg Earth, Purpose of. 4 1 a tg Worthiness. 8 a tg Grace. 14 a tg Godhead. b gr calling. b tg Treasure. 15 a tg Family. 2 a tg Forbear. Ephesians 4:3–23 1484 3 Endeavouring to keep the a unity carried about with every wind of of the Spirit in the bond of peace. b doctrine, by the sleight of men, 4 There is one abody, and one Spirit, and cunning craftiness, whereby even as ye are called in one hope of they lie in wait to deceive; your calling; 15 But speaking the a truth in love, 5 One Lord, one a faith, one b bap- may grow up into him in all things, tism, which is the b head, even Christ: 6 One God and a Father of all, who 16 From whom the whole body fitly is above all, and through all, and joined together and compacted by in you all. that which every joint supplieth, 7 But unto every one of us is given according to the effectual working a grace according to the measure of in the measure of every part, mak­ the gift of Christ. eth increase of the body unto the 8 Wherefore he saith, When he edifying of itself in love. a ascended up on high, he led cap- 17 This I say therefore, and testify tivity captive, and gave gifts unto in the Lord, that ye henceforth walk men. not as other a Gentiles walk, in the 9 (Now that he ascended, what is b vanity of their c mind, it but that he also descended first 18 Having the a understanding into the lower parts of the earth? darkened, being alienated from 10 He that descended is the same the life of God through the b igno- also that a ascended up far above rance that is in them, because of the all heavens, that he might fill all c blindness of their d heart: things.) 19 Who being a past b feeling have 11 And he a gave some, b apostles; given themselves over unto lascivi­ and some, c prophets; and some, ousness, to work all uncleanness d evangelists; and some, e pastors and with greediness. f teachers; 20 But ye have not so learned 12 For the aperfecting of the saints, Christ; for the work of the ministry, for 21 If so be that ye have heard him, the b edifying of the body of Christ: and have been taught by him, as the 13 Till we all come in the a unity truth is in Jesus: of the faith, and of the b knowledge 22 That ye a put off concerning the of the Son of God, unto a c perfect former conversation the b old man, man, unto the measure of the stat- which is corrupt according to the ure of the fulness of Christ: deceitful c lusts; 14 That we henceforth be no more 23 And be renewed in the spirit a children, tossed to and fro, and of your mind; 3 a tg Unity. c tg Prophets, b Heb. 13:9. 4 a tg Church. Mission of. 15 a tg Reproof. 5 a 1 Cor. 14:33; Eph. 4:13; d Acts 21:8; 2 Tim. 4:5. b Col. 2:19. D&C 1:30. tg Patriarch. tg Jesus Christ, Head of tg Gospel. e tg Bishop. the Church. b tg Baptism, Essential; f tg Teacher. 17 a 1 Thes. 4:5. Baptism, Immersion. 12 a tg Priesthood, Magnify- b tg Vanity. 6 a Mal. 2:10; 1 Cor. 8:6. ing Callings within. c tg Mind. tg God the Father, b tg Edification. 18 a D&C 10:2. Elohim. 13 a 1 Cor. 1:10; 14:33; tg Understanding. 7 a tg Grace. Eph. 4:5 (3–6); b tg Ignorance. 8 a Ps. 68:18; Acts 1:9; 3 Ne. 11:28 (28–30); c gr hardness. D&C 88:6. D&C 1:30; 38:27. tg Spiritual Blindness. 10 a tg Jesus Christ, b tg Learn. d tg Hardheartedness. Ascension of. c tg God, Perfection of; 19 a 1 Ne. 17:45. 11 a tg Authority. Man, Potential to b tg Conscience. b tg Apostles; Become like Heavenly 22 a Col. 3:8. Church Organization; Father; Perfection. b Rom. 6:6 (1–7). Priesthood, History of. 14 a 1 Cor. 14:20. c tg Lust. 1485 Ephesians 4:24–5:11 24 And that ye put on the a new Be ye therefore a followers of God, man, which after God is created in as dear children; b righteousness and true holiness. 2 And a walk in love, as Christ also 25 Wherefore putting away a ly- hath loved us, and hath given him- ing, speak every man b truth with self for us an b offering and a c sac- his neighbour: for we are members rifice to God for a sweetsmelling one of another. d savour. 26 aBe ye angry, and sin not: let not 3 But a fornication, and all un- the sun go down upon your b wrath: cleanness, or covetousness, let it 27 Neither give place to the a devil. not be once named among you, as 28 Let him that stole asteal no more: becometh b saints; but rather let him b labour, working 4 Neither a filthiness, nor b foolish with his hands the thing which is c talking, nor jesting, which are not good, that he may have to c give to convenient: but rather giving of him that needeth. thanks. 29 Let no corrupt a communication 5 For this ye know, that no a whore- proceed out of your mouth, but that monger, nor b unclean person, nor which is good to the use of edify- covetous man, who is an idolater, ing, that it may minister grace unto hath any c inheritance in the king- the hearers. dom of Christ and of God. 30 And a grieve not the holy b Spirit 6 Let no man a deceive you with of God, whereby ye are c sealed unto vain words: for because of these the day of redemption. things cometh the b wrath of God 31 Let all bitterness, and wrath, upon the children of c disobedience. and a anger, and clamour, and b evil 7 Be not ye therefore partakers c speaking, be put away from you, with them. with all d malice: 8 For ye were sometimes darkness, 32 And be ye a kind one to another, but now are ye light in the Lord: tenderhearted, b forgiving one an- walk as a children of b light: other, even as God for Christ’s sake 9 (For the fruit of the Spirit is in hath forgiven you. all a goodness and righteousness and truth;) 10 Proving what is acceptable unto Chapter 5 the Lord. The Saints are exhorted to avoid un- 11 And have no a fellowship with cleanness and walk uprightly—Hus- the unfruitful works of b darkness, bands and wives should love each other. but rather c reprove them. 24 a tg Man, New, 31 a tg Anger. Fornication; Spiritually Reborn; b tg Backbiting. Sexual Immorality. Mission of Early Saints. c tg Slander. b tg Saints. b tg Righteousness. d tg Malice. 4 a tg Filthiness. 25 a tg Lying. 32 a tg Benevolence; b tg Levity. b tg Honesty; Truth. Courtesy; Family, Love c Eccl. 5:2; Matt. 12:36. 26 a jst Eph. 4:26 Can ye be within; Kindness. 5 a tg Chastity; Whore. angry, and not sin? . . . b tg Forgive. b tg Uncleanness. b tg Anger. 5 1 a gr imitators. c tg Inheritance; 27 a Mosiah 2:32 (32–33); 1 Cor. 11:1; Worthiness. 3 Ne. 11:29. Philip. 3:17 (13–21). 6 a tg Deceit. 28 a tg Stealing. tg God, the Standard of b tg God, Indignation of. b tg Labor; Righteousness; c tg Disobedience. Work, Value of. Jesus Christ, Exemplar. 8 a tg Children of Light. c Prov. 21:26. 2 a tg Walking with God. b Rom. 12:2. 29 a tg Communication; b Heb. 8:3. 9 a tg Good Works. Gossip; Profanity. c tg Self-Sacrifice. 11 a Gen. 49:6; Ps. 1:1 (1–2); 30 a Gen. 6:6. d Gen. 8:21; Prov. 1:10 (10–19). b tg God, Spirit of. Lev. 1:9. b tg Darkness, Spiritual. c tg Sealing. 3 a tg Chastity; c tg Reproof. Ephesians 5:12–6:3 1486 12 For it is a a shame even to speak 26 That he might a sanctify and of those things which are done of b cleanse it with the washing of wa- them in secret. ter by the word, 13 But all things that are reproved 27 That he might present it to him- are made manifest by the light: for self a glorious church, not having whatsoever doth make manifest is spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; light. but that it should be holy and with- 14 Wherefore he saith, Awake out blemish. thou that sleepest, and arise from 28 So ought men to love their wives the dead, and Christ shall give thee as their own bodies. He that loveth a light. his a wife loveth himself. 15 See then that ye walk circum- 29 For no man ever yet a hated spectly, not as fools, but as wise, his own b flesh; but nourisheth and 16 Redeeming the time, because cherisheth it, even as the Lord the the days are evil. church: 17 Wherefore be ye not a unwise, 30 For we are a members of his but understanding what the will of body, of his flesh, and of his bones. the Lord is. 31 For this cause shall a man leave 18 And be not a drunk with wine, his father and mother, and shall be wherein is b excess; but be filled joined unto his wife, and they two with the Spirit; shall be a one flesh. 19 Speaking to yourselves in psalms 32 This is a great a mystery: but I and a hymns and spiritual songs, speak concerning Christ and the singing and making bmelody in your church. heart to the Lord; 33 Nevertheless let every one of 20 Giving a thanks always for all you in particular so love his wife things unto God and the Father in even as himself; and the a wife see the name of our Lord Jesus Christ; that she b reverence her husband. 21 a Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God. Chapter 6 22 aWives, bsubmit yourselves unto Children should honor their parents— your own husbands, as unto the Lord. Servants and masters are judged by the 23 For the a husband is the head of same law—Saints should put on the the wife, even as Christ is the b head whole armor of God. of the c church: and he is the saviour of the body. a Children, b obey your parents in 24 Therefore as the church is sub- the Lord: for this is right. ject unto Christ, so let the wives be to 2 a Honour thy father and mother; their own husbands in every thing. (which is the first commandment 25 a Husbands, b love your c wives, with promise;) even as Christ also loved the church, 3 That it may be well with thee, and and gave himself for it; thou mayest live long on the earth. 12 a tg Shame. tg Submissiveness. 30 a 1 Cor. 6:15. 14 a tg Jesus Christ, Light of 23 a tg Marriage, Husbands. 31 a tg Marriage, Celestial; the World; b tg Jesus Christ, Head of Unity. Light [noun]. the Church. 32 a tg Mysteries of 17 a tg Wisdom. c tg Church. Godliness. 18 a tg Drunkenness; 25 a tg Family, Patriarchal. 33 a tg Marriage, Wives. Word of Wisdom. b tg Family, Love within; b tg Courtesy; b tg Temperance. Love. Respect. 19 a tg Singing. c tg Marriage, Continuing 6 1 a tg Children. b 2 Kgs. 3:15. Courtship in. b tg Counsel; 20 a tg Thanksgiving. 26 a tg Sanctification. Family, Children, 21 a tg Reconciliation. b tg Purification. Duties of; 22 a tg Marriage, Continuing 28 a tg Marriage, Wives. Respect. Courtship in. 29 a tg Hate. 2 a tg Honoring Father and b Esth. 1:20 (20–22). b tg Body, Sanctity of. Mother. 1487 Ephesians 6:4–24 4 And, ye a fathers, b provoke not loins a girt about with b truth, and your c children to wrath: but bring having on the c breastplate of d righ- them up in the nurture and admo- teousness; nition of the Lord. 15 And your feet shod with the 5 a Servants, be obedient to them preparation of the gospel of a peace; that are your b masters according to 16 Above all, taking the shield of the flesh, with fear and trembling, a faith, wherewith ye shall be able in singleness of your heart, as unto to quench all the fiery b darts of the Christ; wicked. 6 Not with eyeservice, as men- 17 And take the helmet of a salva- pleasers; but as the a servants of tion, and the sword of the Spirit, Christ, doing the b will of God from which is the word of God: the heart; 18 a Praying always with all prayer 7 With good will doing a service, as and supplication in the Spirit, and to the Lord, and not to men: watching thereunto with all b per- 8 Knowing that whatsoever good severance and supplication for all thing any man doeth, the same shall saints; he a receive of the Lord, whether he 19 And for me, that utterance may be bond or free. be given unto me, that I may open 9 And, ye a masters, do the same my mouth boldly, to make known things unto them, forbearing threat- the a mystery of the gospel, ening: knowing that your b Master 20 For which I am an ambassador also is in heaven; neither is there in bonds: that therein I may speak c respect of persons with him. a boldly, as I ought to speak. 10 Finally, my brethren, be astrong 21 But that ye also may know my in the Lord, and in the power of affairs, and how I do, a Tychicus, a his might. beloved brother and faithful min- 11 Put on the whole a armour of ister in the Lord, shall make known God, that ye may be able to stand to you all things: against the wiles of the devil. 22 Whom I have sent unto you for 12 For we a wrestle not b against the same purpose, that ye might c flesh and blood, but against prin- know our affairs, and that he might cipalities, against powers, against comfort your hearts. the d rulers of the e darkness of this 23 Peace be to the brethren, and world, against spiritual f wickedness love with faith, from God the Father in high places. and the Lord Jesus Christ. 13 Wherefore take unto you the 24 Grace be with all them that love whole armour of God, that ye may our Lord Jesus Christ in a sincerity. be able to withstand in the evil day, Amen. and having done all, to stand. ¶ Written from Rome unto the Ephesians 14 Stand therefore, having your by Tychicus. 4 a tg Family, Love within; 10 a tg Strength. 14 a Isa. 11:5. Family, Patriarchal; 11 a Ps. 91:4; b tg Truth. Marriage, Fatherhood. Rom. 13:12; c Isa. 59:17; 61:10. b tg Provoking. 2 Cor. 10:4 (3–6); d tg Righteousness. c tg Family, Children, 1 Thes. 5:8; 15 a tg Peace of God. Responsibilities toward. D&C 27:15 (15–18). 16 a tg Faith. 5 a Titus 2:9. tg Chastity; Protection, b 1 Ne. 15:24; b 1 Pet. 2:18 (13–25). Divine; Watch. D&C 3:8. 6 a 1 Cor. 7:22 (21–24). 12 a JS—H 1:15 (15–17). 17 a tg Salvation. b tg God, Will of. b tg Opposition. 18 a tg Prayer. 7 a tg Service. c tg Flesh and Blood. b tg Perseverance. 8 a Col. 3:24. d 2 Cor. 4:4. 19 a tg Mysteries of 9 a Mal. 3:5; Col. 4:1. e tg Darkness, Spiritual; Godliness. b tg Leadership. Secret Combinations. 20 a D&C 60:2 (2–3). c Moro. 8:12; f tg Governments; 21 a Acts 20:4. D&C 38:16. Wickedness. 24 a tg Sincere. The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Philippians Chapter 1 b sincere and without offence till All that happened to Paul furthered the the day of Christ; gospel cause—Our conduct should be 11 Being filled with the fruits of worthy of the gospel. a righteousness, which are by Jesus Christ, unto the glory and praise P aul and Timotheus, the a ser­ vants of Jesus Christ, to all the saints in Christ Jesus which are at Philippi, with the b bishops and c deacons: of God. 12 But I would ye should under­ stand, brethren, that the things which happened unto me have a fallen out rather unto the furtherance of 2 Grace be unto you, and peace, the gospel; from God our Father, and from the 13 So that my bonds in Christ are Lord Jesus Christ. manifest in all the a palace, and in 3 I thank my God upon every re­ all other places; membrance of you, 14 And many of the brethren in 4 Always in every prayer of mine the Lord, waxing confident by my for you all making request with joy, bonds, are much more bold to speak 5 For your fellowship in the gospel the word without a fear. from the first day until now; 15 Some indeed preach Christ even 6 Being confident of this very of envy and a strife; and some also thing, that he which hath begun a of good will: good work in you will a perform it 16 The one preach Christ of con­ until the day of Jesus Christ: tention, not sincerely, supposing to 7 Even as it is ameet for me to think add affliction to my bonds: this of you all, because I have you 17 But the other of love, knowing in my heart; inasmuch as both in that I am set for the defence of the my bonds, and in the defence and gospel. b confirmation of the gospel, ye all 18 What then? notwithstanding, are partakers of my c grace. every way, whether in pretence, or 8 For God is my a record, how in truth, Christ is preached; and greatly I long after you all in the I therein do rejoice, yea, and will b bowels of Jesus Christ. rejoice. 9 And this I pray, that your a love 19 For I know that this shall turn to may abound yet more and more my salvation through your a prayer, in knowledge and in all judgment; and the supply of the b Spirit of 10 That ye may a approve things Jesus Christ, that are excellent; that ye may be 20 According to my earnest 1 1 a tg Servant. c tg Grace. 13 a Philip. 4:22. b tg Bishop; 8 a gr witness. 14 a Luke 1:74 (68–75); Church Organization. b gr affections, 1 Jn. 4:18 (15–18); c tg Deacon. compassions. D&C 68:6 (5–6). 6 a gr complete, 9 a Moses 7:18. 15 a tg Strife. accomplish. 10 a gr prove, put to the test. 19 a 2 Cor. 1:11; 7 a gr just, right. b gr pure, spotless. Philem. 1:22. b gr establishment, 11 a tg Righteousness. b tg God, Spirit of. strengthening. 12 a gr come. 1489 Philippians 1:21–2:10 expec­tation and my a hope, that in Chapter 2 nothing I shall be ashamed, but that with all boldness, as always, so now Saints should be of one mind and one also Christ shall be b magnified in spirit—Every knee will bow to Christ— my body, whether it be by life, or Saints must work out their salvation— by death. Paul faces martyrdom with joy. 21 For to me to live is Christ, and If there be therefore any consolation to die is gain. in Christ, if any comfort of love, if 22 But if I live in the flesh, this is any fellowship of the Spirit, if any the fruit of my labour: yet what I a bowels and mercies, shall choose I a wot not. 2 Fulfil ye my joy, that ye be like- 23 For I am ain a strait betwixt two, minded, having the same alove, being having a desire to depart, and to of b one c accord, of one mind. be with Christ; which is far better: 3 Let nothing be done through astrife 24 Nevertheless to a abide in the or vainglory; but in lowliness of flesh is more needful for you. mind let each b esteem other better 25 And having this confidence, I than themselves. know that I shall abide and continue 4 Look not every man on his own with you all for your furtherance things, but every man also on the and joy of faith; things of others. 26 That your rejoicing may be more 5 Let this mind be in you, which abundant in Jesus Christ for me by was also in Christ Jesus: my coming to you again. 6 Who, being in the a form of God, 27 Only let your conversation be thought it not robbery to be b equal as it becometh the gospel of Christ: with God: that whether I come and see you, or 7 But made himself of no reputa- else be absent, I may hear of your tion, and took upon him the form affairs, that ye a stand fast in one of a a servant, and was made in the spirit, with b one c mind d striving likeness of men: together for the faith of the gospel; 8 And being found in a fashion as 28 And in nothing terrified by your a man, he b humbled himself, and adversaries: a which is to them an became c obedient unto d death, even evident token of perdition, but to the e death of the cross. you of salvation, and that of God. 9 Wherefore God also hath highly 29 For unto you it is given in the be- a exalted him, and given him a bname half of Christ, not only to believe on which is above every name: him, but also to a suffer for his sake; 10 That at the a name of Jesus ev- 30 Having the same conflict which ery b knee should bow, of things in ye saw in me, and now hear to be heaven, and things in earth, and in me. things under the earth; 20 a Ps. 119:116. 29 a tg Suffering. 7 a Isa. 53:4 (3–7); b Ps. 34:3 (1–3). 2 1 a gr tender affections 2 Cor. 8:9 (8–15); 22 a gr know. of the heart and Heb. 2:9. 23 a gr hard-pressed to compassion. 8 a gr outward appearance. choose. 2 a tg Benevolence. b tg Humility; Meek. 24 a 3 Ne. 28:9 (1–12); b tg Unity. c Isa. 50:5. D&C 7:5 (1–8). c Rom. 12:10 (10–18); d tg Jesus Christ, Death of. 27 a Philip. 4:1 (1–7). Moses 7:18 (18–21). e tg Jesus Christ, b tg Unity. 3 a tg Strife. Atonement through. c tg Mind. b tg Humility; Love; 9 a tg Exaltation. d Jude 1:3. Respect. b Mal. 1:11; Heb. 1:4. 28 a jst Philip. 1:28 . . . who 6 a tg God, Body of, tg Name. reject the gospel, which Corporeal Nature; Man, 10 a Mosiah 27:31; bringeth on them destruc- Physical Creation of. D&C 76:110 (106–11); tion; but you who receive b tg Jesus Christ, 88:104 (103–4). the gospel, salvation; and Relationships with b Isa. 45:23; that of God. the Father. Rom. 14:11. Philippians 2:11–3:6 1490 11 And that every tongue should and fellowsoldier, but your mes- confess that Jesus Christ is a Lord, to senger, and he that ministered to the glory of God the Father. my wants. 12 Wherefore, my beloved, as ye 26 For he longed after you all, and have always obeyed, not as in my was full of heaviness, because that presence only, but now much more ye had heard that he had been sick. in my absence, a work out your own 27 For indeed he was sick nigh b salvation with fear and trembling. unto death: but God had mercy on 13 For it is God which worketh him; and not on him only, but on in you both to will and to do of his me also, lest I should have sorrow good pleasure. upon sorrow. 14 Do all things without murmur- 28 I sent him therefore the more ings and a disputings: carefully, that, when ye see him 15 That ye may be blameless and again, ye may rejoice, and that I harmless, the a sons of God, without may be the less sorrowful. rebuke, in the midst of a crooked 29 Receive him therefore in the and perverse b nation, among whom Lord with all a gladness; and b hold ye c shine as lights in the world; such in c reputation: 16 Holding forth the word of life; 30 Because for the work of Christ that I may rejoice in the day of he was nigh unto death, not regard- Christ, that I have not run in vain, ing his life, to supply your a lack of neither laboured in vain. service toward me. 17 Yea, and if I be a offered upon the sacrifice and service of your Chapter 3 faith, I joy, and rejoice with you all. Paul sacrifices all things for Christ— 18 For the same cause also do ye True ministers set examples of righ- joy, and rejoice with me. 19 But I trust in the Lord Jesus to teousness. send Timotheus shortly unto you, Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the that I also may be of good comfort, Lord. To write the same things to when I know your state. you, to me indeed is not grievous, 20 For I have no man likeminded, but for you it is safe. who will naturally care for your 2 Beware of dogs, beware of evil state. workers, beware of the concision. 21 For all a seek their b own, not 3 For we are the a circumcision, the things which are Jesus Christ’s. which b worship God in the spirit, 22 But ye know the a proof of him, and rejoice in Christ Jesus, and have that, as a son with the father, he no confidence in the c flesh. hath served with me in the gospel. 4 Though I might also have con- 23 Him therefore I hope to send fidence in the flesh. If any other presently, so soon as I shall see how man thinketh that he hath whereof it will go with me. he might trust in the flesh, I more: 24 But I trust in the Lord that I also 5 Circumcised the eighth day, of myself shall come shortly. the stock of Israel, of the tribe of Ben- 25 Yet I supposed it necessary jamin, an a Hebrew of the Hebrews; to send to you a Epaphroditus, my as touching the law, a b Pharisee; brother, and companion in labour, 6 Concerning zeal, persecuting the 11 a tg Jesus Christ, b gr generation. b 1 Thes. 5:13. Messiah. c tg Mission of Early c gr honor. 12 a Alma 34:37; Saints. 30 a Philip. 4:10. Morm. 9:27. 17 a 1 Thes. 2:8; D&C 98:13. 3 3 a tg Circumcision. tg Good Works. 21 a tg Apathy. b tg Worship. b tg Salvation. b 1 Cor. 10:24. c tg Trust Not in the 14 a tg Disputations. 22 a gr trial. Arm of Flesh. 15 a tg Sons and Daughters 25 a Philip. 4:18. 5 a 2 Cor. 11:22. of God. 29 a tg Cheerful. b Acts 23:6. 1491 Philippians 3:7–4:5 church; touching the righteousness 17 Brethren, be afollowers together which is in the law, blameless. of me, and mark them which walk 7 But what things were gain to so as ye have us for an b ensample. me, those I counted loss for Christ. 18 (For many walk, of whom I 8 Yea doubtless, and I count all have told you often, and now tell things but loss for the excellency of you even weeping, that they are the the knowledge of Christ Jesus my enemies of the cross of Christ: Lord: for whom I have a suffered the 19 Whose a end is destruction, b loss of all things, and do count them whose God is their belly, b and whose but c dung, that I may win Christ, glory is in their c shame, who mind 9 And be found in him, not having earthly things.) mine own righteousness, which is of 20 For our conversation is in the law, but that which is through heaven; from whence also we look for the faith of Christ, the a righteous- the a Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ: ness which is of God by faith: 21 Who shall a change our b vile 10 That I may know him, and the body, c that it may be fashioned like power of his resurrection, and the unto his glorious d body, according a fellowship of his sufferings, being to the working whereby he is able made conformable unto his death; even to e subdue all things unto 11 If by any means I might attain himself. unto the resurrection of the a dead. 12 Not as though I had already Chapter 4 attained, either were already a per- fect: but I b follow after, if that I may Stand fast in the Lord—We believe in apprehend that for which also I am being honest, true, and chaste. apprehended of Christ Jesus. Therefore, my brethren dearly 13 Brethren, I count not myself to beloved and longed for, my joy and have apprehended: but this one thing crown, so a stand fast in the Lord, my I do, forgetting those things which dearly beloved. are behind, and reaching forth unto 2 I beseech Euodias, and beseech those things which are before, Syntyche, that they be of the same 14 I a press toward the mark for the mind in the Lord. b prize of the high calling of God in 3 And I entreat thee also, true Christ Jesus. a yokefellow, help those women 15 Let us therefore, as many as be which laboured with me in the a perfect, be thus minded: and if in gospel, with Clement also, and with any thing ye be otherwise minded, other my fellowlabourers, whose God shall reveal even this unto you. names are in the b book of life. 16 Nevertheless, whereto we have 4 Rejoice in the Lord alway: and already attained, let us walk by the again I say, Rejoice. same rule, let us mind the same 5 Let your a moderation be known thing. unto all men. The Lord is at hand. 8 a tg Self-Sacrifice; Eph. 5:1; d tg God, Body of, Suffering. 1 Thes. 1:6. Corporeal Nature. b Omni 1:26; b tg Example. e 1 Cor. 15:28; Mosiah 2:34. 19 a 2 Cor. 11:15. D&C 19:2; 76:106. c gr refuse. b jst Philip. 3:19 . . . 4 1 a 1 Cor. 10:12; 9 a tg Righteousness. and who glory in their 16:13 (13–14); 10 a 2 Cor. 1:4; shame . . . Gal. 5:1; 2 Thes. 2:16. c tg Shame. Philip. 1:27; 11 a jst Philip. 3:11 . . . just. 20 a tg Jesus Christ, Savior. D&C 87:8. 12 a tg Perfection. 21 a 1 Cor. 15:51. 3 a gr associate. b gr press forward. tg Jesus Christ, b tg Book of Life. 14 a tg Steadfastness. Resurrection. 5 a gr gentleness. b tg Objectives. b gr humble, of low tg Modesty; 15 a Moro. 10:32 (32–33). estate. Temperance. 17 a Matt. 16:24 (24–26); c tg Resurrection. Philippians 4:6–23 1492 6 a Be b careful for nothing; but in 13 I can do all things through every thing by c prayer and sup- a Christ which b strengtheneth me. plication with d thanksgiving let 14 Notwithstanding ye have well your requests be made known unto done, that ye did a communicate God. with my affliction. 7 And the a peace of God, which 15 Now ye Philippians know also, passeth all b understanding, shall that in the beginning of the gospel, c keep your hearts and minds through when I departed from Macedonia, Christ Jesus. no church communicated with me 8 Finally, brethren, whatsoever as concerning giving and receiving, things are a true, whatsoever things but ye only. are b honest, whatsoever things are 16 For even in Thessalonica ye sent c just, whatsoever things are d pure, once and again unto my necessity. whatsoever things are e lovely, f what- 17 Not because I desire a gift: but soever things are of good report; if I desire a fruit that may abound to there be any g virtue, and if there be your account. any praise, h think on these things. 18 But I have all, and a abound: 9 Those things, which ye have both I am full, having received of b Ep­ learned, and a received, and heard, aphroditus the things which were and seen in me, do: and the God of sent from you, an odour of a sweet peace shall be with you. smell, a sacrifice acceptable, well- 10 But I rejoiced in the Lord pleasing to God. greatly, that now at the last your 19 But my God shall supply all a care of me hath flourished again; your a need according to his b riches wherein ye were also careful, but in glory by Christ Jesus. ye b lacked opportunity. 20 Now unto God and our Father 11 Not that I speak in respect of be glory for ever and ever. Amen. want: for I have learned, in what- 21 Salute every saint in Christ soever state I am, therewith to be Jesus. The brethren which are with a content. me greet you. 12 I know both how to be a abased, 22 All the saints salute you, chiefly and I know how to abound: every they that are of a Cæsar’s household. where and in all things I am in- 23 The grace of our Lord Jesus structed both to be full and to be Christ be with you all. Amen. hungry, both to abound and to suffer ¶ It was written to the Philippians from need. Rome by Epaphroditus. 6 a gr Don’t be unduly b tg Honesty. tg Self-Sacrifice. concerned about c tg Righteousness. 13 a John 15:5 (4–5). anything. d tg Purity. b 1 Tim. 1:12; b jst Philip. 4:6 . . . e tg Beauty. Alma 26:12 (11–13). afflicted . . . f A of F 1:13. 14 a gr participate. Ps. 55:22; g tg Chastity; 17 a Rom. 15:28 (25–28); Prov. 16:3; Virtue. Titus 3:14. Matt. 6:25. h tg Motivations; 18 a 2 Cor. 9:8. c tg Prayer. Study. b Philip. 2:25 (25–30). d tg Thanksgiving. 9 a 1 Thes. 4:1. 19 a Ps. 23:1. 7 a tg Peace of God. 10 a 2 Cor. 11:9. b tg Treasure. b tg Understanding. b Philip. 2:30 (25, 30). 22 a Philip. 1:13. c gr guard. 11 a tg Contentment. 8 a tg Truth. 12 a gr humble. The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Colossians Chapter 1 8 Who also declared unto us your love in the Spirit. Redemption comes through Christ—He 9 For this cause we also, since the created all things, is in the image of day we heard it, do not cease to pray God, and is the Firstborn of the Father. for you, and to desire that ye might P aul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timo­ theus our brother, 2 To the saints and faithful breth­ ren in Christ which are at Colosse: be filled with the a knowledge of his b c will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding; 10 That ye might a walk b worthy of the Lord unto all c pleasing, being Grace be unto you, and peace, from fruitful in every good work, and God our Father and the Lord Jesus increasing in the d knowledge of Christ. God; 3 We give thanks to God and the 11 a Strengthened with all might, Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to his b glorious c power, praying always for you, unto all patience and longsuffering 4 Since we heard of your a faith in with d joyfulness; Christ Jesus, and of the b love which 12 Giving a thanks unto the Father, ye have to all the saints, which hath b made us meet to be 5 For the a hope which is laid up partakers of the c inheritance of the for you in heaven, whereof ye heard saints in light: before in the word of the truth of 13 Who hath delivered us from the b gospel; the power of a darkness, and hath 6 Which is come unto you, a as it is translated us into the b kingdom of in all the world; and bringeth forth his dear c Son: b fruit, as it doth also in you, since 14 In whom we have a redemption the day ye heard of it, and knew the through his blood, even the b forgive­ c grace of God in truth: ness of sins: 7 As ye also learned of a Epaphras 15 Who is the a image of the invisi­ our dear fellowservant, who is for ble b God, the c firstborn of d every you a faithful minister of Christ; creature: 1 4 a Eph. 1:15 (12–15); c tg Understanding. 13 a D&C 21:6; 38:11. 1 Thes. 5:8. 10 a tg Walking with God. b tg  Kingdom of God, in b Heb. 6:10. b tg Worthiness. Heaven. 5 a 1 Pet. 1:4. c 1 Thes. 4:1. c tg Jesus Christ, Divine b tg Gospel. d tg Education. Sonship. 6 a jst Col. 1:6 . . . as in 11 a Eph. 3:16. 14 a tg Jesus Christ, all generations of the b tg Glory. Atonement through; world . . . c tg Jesus Christ, Redemption. b Alma 32:42 (28–42); Power of. b tg Remission of Sins. 3 Ne. 14:16; d Acts 5:41 (40–41). 15 a tg God, Body of, D&C 52:34 (18, 34). tg Joy. Corporeal Nature. c tg Grace. 12 a Col. 3:17. b tg Godhead. 7 a Col. 4:12 (12–13); b gr qualified us. c tg Firstborn; Philem. 1:23. c 2 Ne. 9:18; Jesus Christ, Firstborn. 9 a tg  Knowledge. D&C 45:58 (57–58); d gr all creation. b tg God, Will of. 84:38 (33–38). Colossians 1:16–2:3 1494 16 For by him were all athings bcre- 25 Whereof I am made a minister, ated, that are in heaven, and that according to the a dispensation of are in earth, visible and invisible, God which is given to me for you, whether they be thrones, or domin- to fulfil the word of God; ions, or c principalities, or powers: 26 Even the a mystery which hath all things were d created by him, been hid from ages and from gen- and for him: erations, but now is made b manifest 17 And he is before all things, and to his saints: by him all things a consist. 27 To whom God would make 18 And he is the a head of the body, a known what is the b riches of the the church: who is the beginning, glory of this mystery among the the b firstborn from the dead; that Gentiles; which is Christ in you, in all things he might have the pre- the hope of glory: eminence. 28 Whom we a preach, b warning 19 For it pleased the Father that in every man, and teaching every man him should all a fulness dwell; in all wisdom; that we may present 20 And, having made peace through every man perfect in Christ Jesus: the blood of his cross, by him to 29 Whereunto I also labour, striv- a reconcile all things unto himself; ing according to his working, which by him, I say, whether they be things worketh in me mightily. in earth, or things in heaven. 21 And you, that were a sometime Chapter 2 b alienated and enemies in your mind by wicked works, yet now hath he The fulness of the Godhead dwells in reconciled Christ—Beware of being deceived by 22 In the body of his flesh through the traditions of men—The handwrit- a death, to present you holy and ing against us was nailed to the cross b unblameable and unreproveable of Christ. in his sight: For I would that ye knew what great 23 If ye a continue in the faith a conflict I have for you, and for them b grounded and settled, and be not at b Laodicea, and for as many as c moved away from the d hope of the have not seen my face in the flesh; gospel, which ye have heard, and 2 That their hearts might be com- which was preached to every crea- forted, being knit together in love, ture which is under heaven; whereof and unto all riches of the full as- I Paul am made a minister; surance of a understanding, to the 24 Who now rejoice in my suf- acknowledgement of the mystery ferings for you, and fill up that of God, b and of the Father, and of which is behind of the a afflictions Christ; of Christ in my flesh for his body’s 3 In whom are hid all the a trea- sake, which is the church: sures of b wisdom and c knowledge. 16 a Heb. 2:10 (9–10). b Eph. 2:1. 27 a Eph. 3:3. b tg Creation. 22 a tg Jesus Christ, Death of. b tg Treasure. c Col. 2:10; b Mosiah 3:21; 28 a tg Preaching. 1 Pet. 3:22. D&C 4:2. b tg Warn. d tg Jesus Christ, Creator. 23 a tg Perseverance. 2 1 a gr anguish. 17 a D&C 88:13 (5–13). b gr established and b Col. 4:15 (12–16); 18 a tg Jesus Christ, Head of steadfast. Rev. 1:11. the Church. Eph. 3:17 (17–19). 2 a tg Understanding. b tg Jesus Christ, c John 15:6. b jst Col. 2:2 . . . and of Firstborn; Jesus Christ, d tg Hope. Christ, who is of God, Resurrection. 24 a 2 Cor. 1:5. even the Father; 19 a tg Jesus Christ, 25 a tg Dispensations. 3 a tg Treasure. Relationships with 26 a Rom. 16:25 (25–26). b 1 Cor. 2:7 (6–7). the Father. tg Mysteries of tg God, Intelligence of; 20 a tg Reconciliation. Godliness. God, Omniscience of. 21 a gr formerly. b 2 Tim. 1:10. c tg Knowledge. 1495 Colossians 2:4–23 4 And this I say, lest any man 14 a Blotting out the handwriting should beguile you with enticing of ordinances that was against us, words. which was contrary to us, and took 5 For though I be absent in the it out of the way, nailing it to his flesh, yet am I with you in the spirit, cross; joying and beholding your a order, 15 And having spoiled principali­ and the steadfastness of your faith ties and powers, he made a shew in Christ. of them openly, triumphing over 6 As ye have therefore received them in it. Christ Jesus the Lord, so a walk ye 16 Let no man therefore ajudge you in him: in b meat, or in drink, or in respect 7 a Rooted and built up in him, and of an holyday, or of the new moon, stablished in the faith, as ye have or of the c sabbath days: been taught, abounding therein 17 Which are a a shadow of things with b thanksgiving. to come; but the body is of Christ. 8 Beware lest any man a spoil you 18 Let no man a beguile you of through b philosophy and vain c de- your reward in a voluntary b hu- ceit, after the d tradition of men, mility and worshipping of angels, after the rudiments of the e world, intruding into those things which and not after Christ. he hath not seen, vainly puffed up 9 For in him dwelleth all the a ful- by his fleshly mind, ness of the Godhead bodily. 19 And not holding the aHead, from 10 And ye are a complete in him, which all the body by joints and which is the head of all b principal- bands having nourishment minis- ity and power: tered, and knit together, increaseth 11 In whom also ye are circum- with the increase of God. cised with the a circumcision made 20 Wherefore if ye be a dead with without hands, in putting off the Christ from the rudiments of the b body of the sins of the flesh by the world, why, as though living in the circumcision of Christ: world, are ye subject to b ordinances, 12 a Buried with him in b baptism, 21 a (Touch not; taste not; handle wherein also ye are c risen with him not; through the faith of the d operation 22 Which all are to perish with the of God, who hath raised him from using;) after the a commandments the dead. and b doctrines of men? 13 And you, being dead in your 23 Which things have indeed a sins and the uncircumcision of your shew of wisdom in will worship, flesh, hath he a quickened together and humility, and neglecting of with him, having forgiven you all the body; not in any honour to the trespasses; satisfying of the flesh. 5 a tg Order. 11 a tg Circumcision. 18 a Matt. 24:4 (4–5); 6 a tg Walking with God. b Rom. 6:6. Mosiah 26:6; 7 a Eph. 3:17. 12 a tg Jesus Christ, Types D&C 123:12. b tg Thanksgiving. of, in Memory. b tg Humility. 8 a Heb. 13:9. b tg Baptism; 19 a Eph. 4:15 (15–16). b D&C 123:12. Baptism, Immersion. 20 a Rom. 6:5 (2–5); tg Learn. c Col. 3:1. Col. 3:3. c tg Deceit; Education; d Eph. 1:19 (19–20). b tg Ordinance. Fraud. 13 a gr caused to 21 a jst Col. 2:21–22 d tg Traditions of Men. become alive. (Appendix). e tg Worldliness. tg Resurrection. 22 a Titus 1:14; 9 a tg Jesus Christ, 14 a Eph. 2:15. D&C 46:7; Relationships with 16 a Rom. 14:3 (1–3). JS—H 1:19. the Father. b tg Word of Wisdom. tg Apostasy of the 10 a John 1:16. c tg Sabbath. Early Christian Church. b Col. 1:16; 17 a tg Jesus Christ, Types b Matt. 15:9; 1 Pet. 3:22. of, in Anticipation. 2 Ne. 28:9. Colossians 3:1–20 1496 Chapter 3 11 Where there is neither a Greek nor Jew, b circumcision nor uncir- Some lives are hidden with God in cumcision, Barbarian, Scythian, Christ—The Saints are told to be holy bond nor free: but Christ is all, and and to serve the Lord Jesus Christ. in all. If ye then be a risen with Christ, 12 Put on therefore, as the a elect seek those things which are above, of God, holy and beloved, bbowels of where Christ sitteth on the right c mercies, d kindness, e humbleness hand of God. of mind, f meekness, longsuffering; 2 Set your a affection on b things 13 a Forbearing one another, and c above, not on things on the d earth. b forgiving one another, if any man 3 For ye are a dead, and your life have a quarrel against any: even as is hid with Christ in God. Christ forgave you, so also do ye. 4 When Christ, who is our alife, shall 14 And above all these things put b appear, then shall ye also appear on a charity, which is the bond of with him in c glory. perfectness. 5 a Mortify therefore your b mem- 15 And let the a peace of God rule bers which are upon the earth; for- in your hearts, to the which also ye nication, uncleanness, c inordinate are called in one body; and be ye affection, evil concupiscence, and b thankful. d covetousness, which is e idolatry: 16 Let the a word of Christ dwell in 6 For which things’ sake the awrath you richly in all b wisdom; c teaching of God cometh on the children of and admonishing one another in b disobedience: psalms and d hymns and spiritual 7 In the which ye also walked asome songs, singing with grace in your time, when ye lived in them. hearts to the Lord. 8 But now ye also a put off all these; 17 And whatsoever ye do in word b anger, wrath, c malice, d blasphemy, or deed, a do all in the name of the filthy e communication out of your Lord Jesus, giving b thanks to God mouth. and the Father by him. 9 a Lie not one to another, seeing 18 a Wives, submit yourselves unto that ye have put off the b old man your own husbands, as it is fit in with his deeds; the Lord. 10 And have put on the a new man, 19 aHusbands, blove your wives, and which is renewed in knowledge after be not bitter against them. the bimage of him that ccreated him: 20 a Children, b obey your parents in 3 1 a Col. 2:12. d tg Blaspheme. b Mosiah 26:31 (30–31). 2 a gr mind. e tg Profanity. 14 a tg Charity. b Matt. 6:33. 9 a tg Honesty; 15 a tg Peace of God. c Prov. 15:24. Lying. b tg Thanksgiving. d tg Worldliness. b Rom. 6:6; 16 a 2 Ne. 32:3. 3 a Rom. 6:5 (2–5); Mosiah 3:19. b tg God, Intelligence of. Col. 2:20. 10 a tg Man, New, c tg Teaching. 4 a Ether 4:12. Spiritually Reborn. d tg Singing. b 1 Jn. 3:2. b Rom. 8:29. 17 a 1 Cor. 10:31. c 1 Cor. 15:43 (42–44). c tg Jesus Christ, Creator; b Col. 1:12. 5 a Rom. 8:13. Man, Physical tg Prayer. b Rom. 6:13. Creation of. 18 a tg Marriage, Wives. c tg Sexual Immorality. 11 a 1 Cor. 12:13. 19 a tg Marriage, Husbands. d tg Covet. b tg Circumcision. b tg Marriage, Continu- e tg Idolatry. 12 a tg Election. ing Courtship in. 6 a tg God, Indignation of. b Gal. 5:22. 20 a tg Children; b tg Disobedience. c tg Mercy. Family, Love within. 7 a gr formerly. d tg Benevolence. b tg Family, Children, 8 a Eph. 4:22 (22–24). e tg Humility. Duties of; b tg Anger. f tg Meek. Honoring Father and c tg Malice. 13 a tg Forbear. Mother. 1497 Colossians 3:21–4:16 all things: for this is well pleasing grace, seasoned with b salt, that ye unto the Lord. may know how ye ought to answer 21 a Fathers, b provoke not your every man. children to c anger, lest they be dis- 7 All my state shall Tychicus de- couraged. clare unto you, who is a beloved 22 aServants, obey in all things your brother, and a faithful minister and masters according to the flesh; not fellowservant in the Lord: with eyeservice, as menpleasers; 8 Whom I have sent unto you for but in b singleness of heart, c fearing the same purpose, that he might God: know your estate, and comfort your 23 And whatsoever ye do, do it hearts; a heartily, as to the Lord, and not 9 With a Onesimus, a faithful and unto men; beloved brother, who is one of you. 24 Knowing that of the Lord ye They shall make known unto you shall a receive the b reward of the all things which are done here. c inheritance: for ye d serve the Lord 10 aAristarchus my fellowprisoner Christ. saluteth you, and b Marcus, c sister’s 25 But he that doeth a wrong shall son to Barnabas, (touching whom receive for the wrong which he ye received commandments: if he hath done: and there is no b respect come unto you, receive him;) of persons. 11 And Jesus, which is called Jus- tus, who are of the a circumcision. Chapter 4 These only are my fellowworkers The Saints are told to be wise in all unto the kingdom of God, which things—Luke and others greet the Co- have been a comfort unto me. lossians. 12 a Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ, saluteth you, a Masters, give unto your servants always labouring fervently for you that which is just and equal; know- in prayers, that ye may stand per- ing that ye also have a b Master in fect and complete in all the will c heaven. of God. 2 Continue in prayer, and watch in 13 For I bear him record, that he the same with thanksgiving; hath a great a zeal for you, and them 3 Withal praying also for us, that that are in Laodicea, and them in God would open unto us a a door of Hierapolis. utterance, to speak the mystery of 14 Luke, the beloved physician, Christ, for which I am also in bonds: and a Demas, greet you. 4 That I may make it manifest, as 15 Salute the brethren which are I ought to speak. in aLaodicea, and Nymphas, and the 5 a Walk in b wisdom toward them church which is in his house. that are without, redeeming the 16 And when this epistle is read time. among you, cause that it be read also 6 Let your a speech be alway with in the church of the Laodiceans; and 21 a tg Family, Children, c tg Inheritance. 9 a Philem. 1:10. Responsibilities toward. d 1 Cor. 7:22. 10 a Acts 19:29; 20:4; 27:2. b tg Provoking. 25 a tg Injustice. b Acts 15:37 (37–39); c tg Anger. b D&C 1:35; 38:16. 2 Tim. 4:11. 22 a 1 Tim. 6:1 (1–2); 4 1 a Mal. 3:5; c gr cousin, kinsman. Titus 2:9 (9–10); Eph. 6:9. 11 a tg Circumcision. 1 Pet. 2:18. b Matt. 23:8. 12 a Col. 1:7 (7–8); b tg Sincere. c tg Heaven. Philem. 1:23. c tg Reverence. 3 a 1 Cor. 16:9. 13 a tg Zeal. 23 a tg Commitment; 5 a tg Walking with God. 14 a 2 Tim. 4:10; Industry; Laziness. b tg Wisdom. Philem. 1:24. 24 a Eph. 6:8. 6 a tg Communication. 15 a Col. 2:1; b tg Reward. b tg Salt. Rev. 1:11. Colossians 4:17–1 Thessalonians 1:9 1498 that ye likewise read the a epistle 18 The salutation by the a hand from Laodicea. of me Paul. Remember my b bonds. 17 And say to aArchippus, Take Grace be with you. Amen. heed to the ministry which thou ¶ Written from Rome to the Colossians by hast received in the Lord, that thou Tychicus and Onesimus. fulfil it. The First Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Thessalonians Chapter 1 5 For our a gospel b came not unto you in cword only, but also in dpower, The gospel comes both in word and in and in the eHoly Ghost, and in much power. assurance; as ye know what f man­ P aul, and aSilvanus, and bTimo­ theus, c unto the d church of the e Thessalonians which is in God the Father and in the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace be unto you, and peace, ner of men we were among you for your sake. 6 And ye became a followers of us, and of the Lord, having received the word in much b affliction, with c joy from God our Father, and the Lord of the Holy Ghost: Jesus Christ. 7 So that ye were a ensamples to 2 We give a thanks to God always all that believe in Macedonia and for you all, making mention of you Achaia. in our prayers; 8 For from you sounded out the 3 Remembering without ceasing word of the Lord not only in Mace­ your work of a faith, and b labour of donia and Achaia, but also in every love, and c patience of hope in our a place your faith to God-ward is Lord Jesus Christ, in the sight of spread abroad; so that we need not God and our Father; to speak any thing. 4 Knowing, brethren abeloved, your 9 For they themselves shew of us b election of God. what manner of entering in we had 16 a tg Scriptures, Lost. unto the church of the b 1 Thes. 2:1. 17 a Philem. 1:2. Thessalonians; grace c 1 Cor. 2:4. 18 a 2 Thes. 3:17. unto you . . . d tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of. b Heb. 13:3. d tg Jesus Christ, Head of e tg Holy Ghost, Source the Church. of Testimony. [1 Thessalonians] e Acts 17:1 (1, 11). f 1 Thes. 2:10; 1 1 a Acts 15:34 (32–34); 2 a D&C 46:32. 2 Thes. 3:7. 2 Cor. 1:19; 3 a 1 Thes. 5:8; 6 a gr imitators. 1 Pet. 5:12. James 2:17. Philip. 3:17. b Acts 16:1 (1–2); b Heb. 6:10. b Acts 17:5 (5–10). 18:5 (1, 5); c tg Patience. tg Affliction. 1 Thes. 3:2 (2, 6). 4 a gr beloved of God, c Acts 5:41. c jst 1 Thes. 1:1 . . . your election. 7 a tg Example. servants of God the Father b tg Election. 8 a 2 Thes. 1:4. and the Lord Jesus Christ, 5 a tg Gospel. 1499 1 Thessalonians 1:10–2:16 unto you, and how ye turned to God 8 So being affectionately desirous from a idols to serve the b living and of you, we were willing to have im- true God; parted unto you, not the gospel of 10 And to wait for his Son from God only, but also our own a souls, a heaven, whom he raised from the because ye were dear unto us. dead, even Jesus, which b delivered 9 For ye remember, brethren, our us from the c wrath to come. labour and a travail: for b labouring night and day, because we would Chapter 2 not be c chargeable unto any of you, we preached unto you the gospel True ministers preach in a godly man- of God. ner—Converts are the glory and joy of 10 Ye are a witnesses, and God also, missionaries. how holily and justly and unblame- For yourselves, brethren, know our ably we behaved ourselves among a entrance in unto you, that it was you that believe: not in vain: 11 As ye know how we exhorted 2 But even after that we had suf- and comforted and charged ev- fered before, and were shamefully ery one of you, as a father doth his a entreated, as ye know, at Philippi, a children, we were bold in our God to b speak 12 That ye would a walk b worthy unto you the gospel of God with of God, who hath called you unto much contention. his kingdom and glory. 3 For our exhortation was not of 13 For this cause also a thank we a deceit, nor of uncleanness, nor in God without ceasing, because, when b guile: ye received the word of God which 4 But as we were a allowed of God ye heard of us, ye received it not as to be b put in c trust with the gospel, the word of men, but as it is in truth, even so we d speak; not as e pleasing the word of God, which effectually men, but God, which f trieth our worketh also in you that believe. hearts. 14 For ye, brethren, became a fol- 5 For neither at any time used lowers of the churches of God which we a flattering words, as ye know, in Judæa are in Christ Jesus: for ye nor a cloak of b covetousness; God also have b suffered like things of is witness: your own countrymen, even as they 6 Nor of men sought we aglory, nei- have of the Jews: ther of you, nor yet of others, when 15 Who both akilled the Lord Jesus, we might have been burdensome, and their own prophets, and have as the apostles of Christ. persecuted us; and they please not 7 But we were gentle among you, God, and are contrary to all men: even as a nurse cherisheth her 16 a Forbidding us to speak to the children: Gentiles that they might be saved, 9 a tg Idolatry. d Titus 2:1; 1 Cor. 9:18 (4–18); b D&C 20:19. 1 Pet. 4:11. 2 Cor. 11:9. 10 a Acts 1:11 (9–11). e tg Peer Influence. 10 a 1 Thes. 1:5. b tg Deliver. f gr examines, proves 11 a 1 Cor. 4:14. c 1 Thes. 5:9. by trial. 12 a tg Walking with God. 2 1 a 1 Thes. 1:5. tg Test. b 1 Pet. 1:15 (15–16). 2 a Acts 16:22 (19–24). 5 a tg Flatter. 13 a tg Thanksgiving. b Acts 17:2 (2–3). b tg Covet. 14 a gr imitators. 3 a 2 Cor. 4:2; 7:2. 6 a John 5:44 (41–44); b Acts 17:5 (5–7); b tg Guile. D&C 76:61. 2 Thes. 1:4 (4–5). 4 a gr approved, found 8 a Philip. 2:17. 15 a tg Martyrdom; worthy, chosen. 9 a gr toil. Prophets, Rejection of. 2 Tim. 1:11. b Acts 18:3; 20:34. 16 a Luke 11:52; b gr entrusted. tg Work, Value of. Acts 13:45 (45, 50). c D&C 12:8; 124:113. c gr burdensome. 1 Thessalonians 2:17–4:2 1500 to fill up their sins b alway: for the good tidings of your faith and char- wrath is come upon them to the ity, and that ye have good remem- uttermost. brance of us always, desiring greatly 17 But we, brethren, being taken to see us, as we also to see you: from you for a short time in pres- 7 Therefore, brethren, we were ence, not in heart, endeavoured the a comforted over you in all our b af- more abundantly to see your a face fliction and distress by your faith: with great desire. 8 For now we live, if ye stand fast 18 Wherefore we would have come in the Lord. unto you, even I Paul, once and 9 For what thanks can we render again; but Satan hindered us. to God again for you, for all the a joy 19 For what is our hope, or joy, or wherewith we joy for your sakes crown of rejoicing? Are not even ye before our God; in the presence of our Lord Jesus 10 Night and day praying exceed- Christ at his a coming? ingly that we might see your a face, 20 For ye are our glory and joy. and might b perfect that which is lacking in your faith? Chapter 3 11 Now God himself and our The Saints are told to perfect that which Father, and our Lord Jesus Christ, is lacking in their faith. direct our way unto you. 12 And the Lord make you to in- Wherefore when we could no lon- crease and a abound in b love one to- ger forbear, we thought it good to ward another, and toward all men, be left at aAthens alone; even as we do toward you: 2 And sent aTimotheus, our brother, 13 To the end he may stablish your and minister of God, and our fellow- hearts unblameable in holiness be- labourer in the gospel of Christ, to fore God, even our Father, at the b establish you, and to comfort you a coming of our Lord Jesus Christ concerning your faith: with all his b saints. 3 That no man should be a moved by these b afflictions: for yourselves Chapter 4 know that we are c appointed there- The Saints are told to be holy, sanctify unto. 4 For verily, when we were with themselves, and love one another—The you, we told you before that we Lord will come, and the dead will rise. should suffer tribulation; even as Furthermore then we beseech you, it came to pass, and ye know. brethren, and exhort you by the Lord 5 For this cause, when I could Jesus, that as ye have a received of no longer forbear, I sent to know us how ye ought to b walk and to your faith, lest by some means the c please God, so ye would d abound a tempter have b tempted you, and more and more. our labour be in vain. 2 For ye know what command­ 6 But now when Timotheus came ments a we gave you by the Lord from you unto us, and brought us Jesus. 16 b gr always. b Acts 20:23; b tg Perfection. 17 a 1 Thes. 3:10. JS—H 1:24 (23–24). 12 a 1 Thes. 4:1. 19 a 1 Thes. 3:13; c Acts 9:15 (15–16). b D&C 121:45. Rev. 1:7; 22:12; 5 a D&C 29:39 (39–40, 47); 13 a 1 Cor. 1:7 (7–8); D&C 88:97. Moses 4:4 (3–4). 1 Thes. 2:19; 3 1 a Acts 17:15. b gr put to trial, test. Rev. 1:7; 22:12. 2 a Acts 16:1 (1–2); 7 a tg Sustaining Church b tg Saints. 1 Cor. 16:10 (10–11); Leaders. 4 1 a Philip. 4:9. 2 Cor. 1:19; b tg Affliction. b tg Walking with God. 1 Thes. 1:1. 9 a Alma 26:11 (11–13); c Col. 1:10. b Rom. 16:25. D&C 18:16 (14–16). d 1 Thes. 3:12. 3 a gr disturbed, perturbed. 10 a 1 Thes. 2:17. 2 a D&C 1:38. 1501 1 Thessalonians 4:3–18 3 For this is the will of God, even 13 But I would not have you to your a sanctification, that ye should be ignorant, brethren, concerning b abstain from c fornication: them which are asleep, that ye a sor- 4 That every one of you should row not, even as others which have know how to possess his a vessel in no b hope. b sanctification and honour; 14 For if we believe that Jesus 5 Not in the alust of concupiscence, died and rose again, even so them even as the b Gentiles which c know also which a sleep in Jesus will God not God: bring with him. 6 That no man a go beyond and de- 15 For this we say unto you by the fraud his brother in b any matter: be- word of the Lord, a that b we which cause that the Lord is the cavenger of are alive and remain unto the com- all such, as we also have forewarned ing of the Lord shall not c prevent you and testified. them which are asleep. 7 For God hath not called us unto 16 For the Lord himself shall a de- a uncleanness, but unto holiness. scend from heaven with b a shout, 8 He therefore that adespiseth, bde- with the voice of the c archan- spiseth not man, but God, who hath gel, and with the d trump of God: also given unto us his c holy Spirit. and the dead in Christ shall e rise 9 But as touching a brotherly love first: ye need not that I write unto you: 17 a Then we which are alive and for ye yourselves are b taught of God remain shall be b caught up together to c love one another. with them in the clouds, to meet 10 And indeed ye do it toward all the c Lord in the d air: and so shall the brethren which are in all Mace­ we e ever be with the f Lord. donia: but we beseech you, brethren, 18 Wherefore comfort one another that ye increase more and more; with these words. 11 And that ye a study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and Chapter 5 to b work with your own c hands, as we commanded you; The Saints will know the season of the 12 That ye may walk a honestly Second Coming of Christ—Live the way toward them that are without, and Saints should live—Rejoice evermore— that ye may have lack of nothing. Do not despise prophesyings. 3 a Heb. 12:14. b John 6:45; 16 a tg Jesus Christ, Second b tg Abstain. 1 Jn. 2:27 (20, 27). Coming. c gr immorality. c tg Love. b gr a cry of command, a tg Chastity; 11 a gr strive, endeavor cheer. Fornication; Sexual earnestly. c tg Adam. Immorality; Whore. b tg Industry; Labor; d Matt. 24:31. 4 a tg Body, Sanctity of. Skill; Work, Value of. e tg Resurrection. b tg Sanctification. c Prov. 31:13. 17 a jst 1 Thes. 4:17 Then 5 a gr passion of lust. 12 a tg Dependability; they who are alive, shall tg Lust; Honesty. be caught up together Marriage, Husbands. 13 a tg Despair; into the clouds with them b Eph. 4:17 (17, 19). Mourning; Sorrow. who remain, to meet the c Eph. 2:12 (11–12). b Eph. 2:12. Lord in the air; and so 6 a gr take advantage of, 14 a Zech. 14:5. shall we be ever with wrong. 15 a jst 1 Thes. 4:15 . . . that the Lord. b gr the matter. they who are alive at the b 1 Cor. 15:51; c 2 Thes. 1:8. coming of the Lord, D&C 88:96 (96–97); 7 a tg Uncleanness. shall not prevent them 101:31; 109:75. 8 a gr rejects, sets aside, who remain unto the c Jude 1:14 (14–16). violates. coming of the Lord, who d Moro. 10:34. b Luke 10:16. are asleep. e tg Immortality. c 1 Cor. 2:10; 1 Jn. 3:24. b 2 Thes. 2:2 (1–3). f John 14:3; 9 a tg Brotherhood and c gr precede, make Rev. 22:4 (3–5). Sisterhood. progress over. 1 Thessalonians 5:1–23 1502 But of the times and the seasons, together, and b edify one another, brethren, ye have no need that I even as also ye do. write unto you. 12 And we beseech you, brethren, 2 For yourselves know perfectly to know them which a labour among that the a day of the Lord so cometh you, and are over you in the Lord, as a b thief in the night. and admonish you; 3 For when they shall say, Peace 13 And to aesteem them very highly and asafety; then sudden destruction in love for their work’s sake. And be cometh upon them, as travail upon at b peace among yourselves. a woman with child; and they shall 14 Now we exhort you, brethren, not b escape. a warn them that are b unruly, c com- 4 But ye, brethren, are not in adark- fort the d feebleminded, e support ness, that that b day should overtake the f weak, be patient toward all you as a thief. men. 5 Ye are all the a children of light, 15 See that none a render b evil for and the children of the day: we are evil unto any c man; but ever follow not of the night, nor of darkness. that which is good, both among 6 Therefore let us not a sleep, as yourselves, and to all men. do others; but let us b watch and be 16 a Rejoice evermore. c sober. 17 a Pray without ceasing. 7 For they that sleep sleep in the 18 In every thing give a thanks: for night; and they that be drunken are this is the will of God in Christ Jesus drunken in the night. concerning you. 8 But let us, who are of the day, be 19 a Quench not the b Spirit. a sober, putting on the b breastplate 20 Despise not prophesyings. of c faith and love; and for an hel- 21 a Prove all things; hold fast that met, the d hope of salvation. which is good. 9 For God hath not appointed us 22 aAbstain from all b appearance to a wrath, but to obtain b salvation of c evil. by our Lord Jesus Christ, 23 And the very God of peace asanc- 10 Who died for us, that, whether tify you wholly; and I pray God your we wake or sleep, we should a live whole spirit and soul and body be together with him. preserved blameless unto the com- 11 Wherefore a comfort yourselves ing of our Lord Jesus Christ. 5 2 a tg Day of the Lord; 9 a 1 Thes. 1:10; 15 a tg Retribution. Millennium, Preparing 1 Pet. 2:8 (6–8). b tg Forbear. a People for. b tg Salvation. c tg Enemies. b D&C 106:4. 10 a tg Immortality. 16 a tg Joy. 3 a tg Refuge. 11 a gr exhort, console, 17 a tg Prayer. b D&C 1:2. encourage. 18 a tg Communication; 4 a Rom. 13:12 (12–13). b tg Edification. Thanksgiving. b Luke 17:24; 21:34. 12 a tg Leadership. 19 a gr Extinguish, Hinder, 5 a gr sons. 13 a Philip. 2:29. Suppress. tg Children of Light. tg Respect. b tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of; 6 a tg Sleep. b Mark 9:50; Holy Ghost, Loss of. b tg Watch. Rom. 15:5 (1–7); 21 a gr Examine, Put to c gr sober, vigilant, D&C 20:54 (53–55). the test. circumspect. 14 a tg Warn. 1 Jn. 4:1 (1–6). tg Abstain. b 2 Thes. 3:11. tg Study; 8 a tg Levity. c gr encourage, console. Test. b Rom. 13:12; d gr faint-hearted, 22 a tg Abstain. Eph. 6:11 (11–18). despondent. b gr kinds. c Col. 1:4 (4–5); e gr care for. tg Apparel. 1 Thes. 1:3. f gr infirm, doubting, c tg Evil. d tg Hope. timid. 23 a tg Sanctification. 1503 1 Thessalonians 5:24–2 Thessalonians 1:11 24 Faithful is he that calleth you, this epistle be read unto all the holy who also will do it. brethren. 25 Brethren, pray for us. 28 The grace of our Lord Jesus 26 Greet all the brethren with an Christ be with you. Amen. holy a kiss. ¶ The first epistle unto the Thessalonians 27 I charge you by the Lord that was written from Athens.* The Second Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Thessalonians Chapter 1 ye may be counted worthy of the At His Second Coming, the Lord Jesus kingdom of God, for which ye also will take vengeance upon the ungodly. a suffer: 6 Seeing it is a righteous thing with P aul, and Silvanus, and Timo­ theus, a unto the b church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: 2 Grace unto you, and peace, from God to recompense tribulation to them that trouble you; 7 And to you who are troubled arest with us, when the b Lord Jesus shall be c revealed from heaven with his God our Father and the Lord Jesus mighty d angels, Christ. 8 In flaming a fire taking b ven­ 3 We are bound to thank God al­ geance on them that know not God, ways for you, brethren, as it is meet, and that c obey not the d gospel of our because that your faith groweth ex­ Lord Jesus Christ: ceedingly, and the charity of every 9 Who shall be a punished with one of you all toward each other b everlasting c destruction from the aboundeth; presence of the Lord, and from the 4 So that we ourselves glory in glory of his power; you in the a churches of God for 10 When he shall come to be a glo­ your b patience and faith in all your rified in his b saints, and to be ad­ c persecutions and tribulations that mired in all them that believe (be­ ye endure: cause our testimony among you was 5 Which is a manifest token of the believed) in that day. righteous judgment of God, that 11 Wherefore also we pray always 26 a jst 1 Thes. 5:26 . . . unto the church of the Coming. salutation. Thessalonians; d D&C 76:21. b tg Jesus Christ, Head of 8 a tg World, End of. * More recent scholarship the Church. b 1 Thes. 4:6. concludes that 1 and 2 Thes. 4 a 1 Thes. 1:8. c tg Disobedience. were most likely written b gr endurance. d tg Gospel. from Corinth. D&C 58:2. 9 a tg Punish. c 1 Thes. 2:14. b tg Eternity. [2 Thessalonians] 5 a tg Suffering. c tg Damnation; 1 1 a jst 2 Thes. 1:1 . . . the 7 a tg Rest. Sons of Perdition. servants of God the Father b tg Day of the Lord. 10 a Isa. 66:5. and our Lord Jesus Christ, c tg Jesus Christ, Second b tg Saints. 2 Thessalonians 1:12–2:16 1504 for you, that our God would count 7 a For the b mystery of c iniquity you a worthy of this calling, and doth already work: only d he who fulfil all the good pleasure of his now letteth will let, until he be taken goodness, and the work of faith with out of the way. power: 8 And then shall that a Wicked be 12 That the name of our Lord Jesus revealed, whom the Lord shall con- Christ may be glorified in you, and sume with the spirit of his mouth, ye in him, according to the a grace of and shall destroy with the bright- our God and the Lord Jesus Christ. ness of his b coming: 9 Even him, whose coming is after Chapter 2 the working of Satan with all apower and b signs and lying wonders, Apostasy is to precede the Second 10 And with all deceivableness of Coming—The gospel prepares men for unrighteousness in them that per- eternal glory. ish; because they received not the Now we beseech you, brethren, a by love of the truth, that they might the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, be saved. and by our gathering together unto 11 And for this cause God shall him, send them strong delusion, that 2 That ye be not soon shaken in they should believe a lie: mind, a or be troubled, neither by 12 That they all might be a damned spirit, nor by word, nor by b letter as who bbelieved not the truth, but had from us, as that the c day of Christ pleasure in unrighteousness. is at hand. 13 But we are bound to give thanks 3 Let no man deceive you by any alway to God for you, brethren means: a for that day shall not come, beloved of the Lord, because God except there come a b falling away hath from the beginning a chosen first, and that c man of d sin be re- you to salvation through b sancti- vealed, the son of perdition; fication of the Spirit and belief of 4 Who a opposeth and exalteth the truth: himself above all that is called God, 14 Whereunto he called you by or that is worshipped; so that he as our a gospel, to the obtaining of the God sitteth in the temple of God, glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. shewing himself that he is God. 15 Therefore, brethren, stand fast, 5 Remember ye not, that, when I and hold the traditions which ye was yet with you, I told you these have been taught, whether by word, things? or our epistle. 6 And now ye know a what with- 16 Now our Lord Jesus Christ holdeth that he might be b revealed himself, and God, even our Father, in his time. which hath a loved us, and hath 11 a tg Worthiness. Early Christian Church. possesses, holds in firm 12 a tg Grace. c tg Antichrist; grasp, restrains. 2 1 a gr concerning. Devil. 8 a gr Lawless one. 2 a jst 2 Thes. 2:2 . . . or be d tg Sin. b tg Jesus Christ, Second troubled by letter, except 4 a tg Opposition. Coming. ye receive it from us; 6 a gr the one who 9 a tg False Priesthoods. neither by spirit, nor by possesses, holds in firm b tg Signs. word, as that the day of grasp, restrains. 12 a gr brought to account, Christ is at hand. b gr disclosed, trial. b 1 Thes. 4:15 (13–17). discovered, manifested. tg Damnation. c Luke 19:11. 7 a jst 2 Thes. 2:7–9 b tg Unbelief. 3 a jst 2 Thes. 2:3 . . . for (Appendix). 13 a tg Election; there shall come a b tg Conspiracy; Foreordination. falling away first . . . Secret Combinations. b tg Sanctification. b gr apostasy, defection. c gr lawlessness. 14 a tg Gospel. tg Apostasy of the d gr he who now 16 a 1 Jn. 4:10. 1505 2 Thessalonians 2:17–3:18 given us everlasting bconsolation and 8 Neither did we eat any man’s good hope through c grace, bread afor nought; but wrought with 17 Comfort your hearts, and stab- b labour and travail night and day, lish you in every good word and that we might not be chargeable to work. any of you: 9 Not because we have not a power, Chapter 3 but to make ourselves an b ensample Pray for the triumph of the gospel unto you to follow us. cause—Paul preaches the gospel of 10 For even when we were with work—Be not weary in well-doing. you, this we commanded you, that if any would not a work, neither Finally, brethren, pray for us, that should he eat. the word of the Lord a may have free 11 For we hear that there are some course, and be glorified, even as it which walk among you a disorderly, is with you: working not at all, but are busy- 2 And that we may be delivered bodies. from a unreasonable and wicked 12 Now them that are such we men: for all men have not faith. command and exhort by our Lord 3 But the Lord is faithful, who shall Jesus Christ, that with quietness stablish you, and keep you from they work, and eat their own abread. a evil. 13 But ye, brethren, be not a weary 4 And we have a confidence in the in well doing. Lord touching you, that ye both do 14 And if any man obey not our and will do the things which we word by this epistle, note that man, command you. and have no company with him, 5 And the Lord a direct your hearts that he may be ashamed. into the b love of God, and into the 15 Yet count him not as an a enemy, patient waiting for Christ. but b admonish him as a c brother. 6 Now we command you, brethren, 16 Now the Lord of peace himself in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, give you peace always by all means. that ye a withdraw yourselves from The Lord be with you all. every brother that walketh b disor- 17 The salutation of Paul with mine derly, and not after the tradition own a hand, which is the token in which he received of us. every epistle: so I write. 7 For yourselves know how ye 18 The grace of our Lord Jesus ought to a follow us: for we b behaved Christ be with you all. Amen. not ourselves disorderly among ¶ The second epistle to the Thessalonians you; was written from Athens.* 16 b 2 Cor. 1:4; 5:57 (56–57). 11 a 1 Thes. 5:14. Philip. 3:10. tg Excommunication. 12 a tg Bread. c tg Grace. b Rom. 16:17 (17–19). 13 a Gal. 6:9. 3 1 a gr may progress freely, 7 a gr imitate. 15 a tg Enemies. rapidly. b 1 Thes. 1:5. b tg Warn. 2 a gr unsuitable, absurd, 8 a gr undeservedly, c tg Brotherhood and improper. gratuitously. Sisterhood. 3 a gr the evil one, the b tg Work, Value of. 17 a Col. 4:18. devil. 9 a gr authority. 4 a tg Dependability. b tg Example. * More recent scholarship 5 a tg Guidance, Divine. 10 a tg Idleness; concludes that 1 and 2 Thes. b Deut. 11:13. Industry; were most likely written 6 a 1 Cor. 5:9 (1–13); Labor; from Corinth. Alma 1:24 (21–24); Laziness. The First Epistle of Paul the Apostle to Timothy Chapter 1 8 But we know that the law is good, if a man use it lawfully; Counsel is given to teach true doctrine 9 Knowing this, that the alaw is not only—Christ came to save repentant made for a b righteous man, but for sinners. the c lawless and d disobedient, for P aul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the commandment of God our Saviour, and Lord Jesus Christ, which is our hope; 2 Unto a Timothy, b my c own son in the ungodly and for sinners, for un­ holy and profane, for murderers of fathers and murderers of mothers, for manslayers, 10 For a whoremongers, for b them the faith: Grace, mercy, and peace, that c defile themselves with man­ from God our Father and Jesus kind, for d menstealers, for liars, for Christ our Lord. perjured persons, and if there be 3 As I besought thee to abide still at any other thing that is contrary to Ephesus, when I went into Macedo­ sound e doctrine; nia, that thou mightest charge some 11 According to the glorious gos­ that they a teach no b other doctrine, pel of the blessed God, which was 4 Neither give heed to a fables and committed to my a trust. endless genealogies, which bminister 12 And I thank Christ Jesus our c questions, rather than godly d edi­ Lord, who hath a enabled me, for fying which is in faith: so do. that he counted me faithful, put­ 5 Now the end of the a command­ ting me into the ministry; ment is b charity out of a c pure heart, 13 Who was before a a blasphemer, and of a good conscience, and of and a b persecutor, and c injurious: faith unfeigned: but I obtained d mercy, because I did 6 F r om w h i ch som e h avi n g it e ignorantly in unbelief. a swerved have b turned aside unto 14 And the a grace of our Lord was c vain jangling; exceeding abundant with faith and 7 Desiring to be teachers of the love which is in Christ Jesus. law; understanding neither what 15 This is a faithful a saying, and they say, nor whereof they a affirm. worthy of all acceptation, that Christ 1 2 a Acts 16:1 (1–4); b tg Charity. c tg Homosexual 1 Cor. 4:17. c 2 Tim. 2:22. Behavior. b gr a true son 6 a gr missed the mark. d gr kidnappers. according to. b tg Apostasy of the e 2 Tim. 4:3. c gr lawful, true. Early Christian Church. 11 a tg Trustworthiness. 3 a 1 Tim. 6:3 (3–5); c gr vain, idle, fruitless 12 a Philip. 4:13. 3 Ne. 11:40. discussion. 13 a Acts 26:9. b Gal. 1:8 (6–8). 7 a gr strongly assert. b Acts 8:3; 22:4. 4 a Titus 1:14; 9 a tg Law of Moses. c gr violent. 2 Pet. 1:16. b tg Godliness. d 1 Cor. 7:25. b gr offer, present. c Gal. 3:19. e John 9:39 (39–41). c 1 Tim. 6:4. d tg Disobedience. tg Ignorance. d tg Edification. 10 a tg Whore. 14 a tg Grace. 5 a Gal. 5:14. b gr homosexuals. 15 a 1 Tim. 3:1. 1507 1 Timothy 1:16–2:12 Jesus came into the world to b save and giving of thanks, be made for c sinners; of whom I am chief. all men; 16 Howbeit for this cause I obtained 2 For a kings, and for all that are in a mercy, that in me first Jesus Christ authority; that we may lead a quiet might shew forth all b longsuffer- and b peaceable c life in all godliness ing, for a c pattern to them which and d honesty. should hereafter believe on him to 3 For this is good and acceptable life everlasting. in the sight of God our Saviour; 17 Now unto the a King eternal, 4 a Who b will have c all men to be b immortal, invisible, the only wise d saved, and to come unto the knowl- God, be honour and glory for ever edge of the truth. and ever. Amen. 5 For there is a one God, and one 18 This charge I commit unto b mediator between God and men, thee, son Timothy, according to the the man Christ Jesus; a prophecies which went before on 6 Who a gave himself a b ransom thee, that thou by them mightest for all, to be c testified in due time. war a good warfare; 7 Whereunto I am a ordained a 19 a Holding faith, and a good con- b preacher, and an c apostle, (I speak science; which some having put the truth in Christ, and d lie not;) away concerning faith have made a teacher of the e Gentiles in faith b shipwreck: and f verity. 20 Of whom is a Hymenæus and 8 I a will therefore that men b pray b Alexander; whom I have c delivered every where, lifting up holy c hands, unto Satan, that they may learn not without wrath and d doubting. to blaspheme. 9 In like manner also, that awomen adorn themselves in b modest c ap- Chapter 2 parel, with d shamefacedness and sobriety; not with e broided hair, or We should pray for all people—Christ gold, or pearls, or costly array; is our Mediator—Women should dress 10 But (which becometh women modestly—Women are blessed in child- professing a godliness) with good bearing and are admonished to continue works. in faith, charity, and holiness. 11 Let the woman learn in a silence I exhort therefore, that, first of all, with all subjection. supplications, prayers, intercessions, 12 But I suffer not a woman to 15 b Matt. 9:13 (12–13). 2 2 a tg Governments; D&C 135:5. tg Jesus Christ, Kings, Earthly. 7 a tg Called of God. Atonement through. b tg Peace; b tg Preaching. c Luke 5:32; Peacemakers. c 1 Cor. 9:1. John 9:39 (39–41). c tg Citizenship. tg Apostles. 16 a tg God, Mercy of. d gr dignity, gravity. d Rom. 9:1. b tg Forbear. tg Honesty. e Acts 9:15. c tg Example. 4 a jst 1 Tim. 2:4 f gr truth. 17 a 1 Tim. 6:15 (15–16). (Appendix). 8 a gr desire. b tg God, Eternal b gr desires. b D&C 19:28; 20:47; 23:6. Nature of; c D&C 6:11. c Ps. 24:4. Immortality. d Ezek. 18:23 (23–24). d gr dispute, contention, 18 a 1 Tim. 4:14 (14–16); 5 a Rom. 3:30 (28–31); doubt. 2 Tim. 1:6. D&C 121:28. tg Doubt. 19 a 1 Ne. 15:24; D&C 6:13. b Heb. 12:24. 9 a tg Marriage, Wives; b tg Apostasy of Individ- tg Jesus Christ, Woman. uals; Apostasy of the Authority of. b tg Chastity; Early Christian Church. 6 a tg Self-Sacrifice. Modesty. 20 a 2 Tim. 2:17. b Job 33:24. c tg Apparel. b Acts 19:33 (33–34). tg Jesus Christ, d gr modesty, reverence. c 1 Cor. 5:5; Atonement through; e gr plaited, braided. D&C 78:12; Jesus Christ, Redeemer. 10 a tg Godliness. 104:10 (9–10); 132:26. c Heb. 9:16 (16–17); 11 a tg Silence. 1 Timothy 2:13–3:15 1508 a teach, nor to b usurp authority over 6 Not a a novice, lest being lifted the man, but to be in c silence. up with b pride he fall into the c con- 13 For Adam was first a formed, demnation of the devil. then Eve. 7 Moreover he must have a good 14 And Adam was not deceived, a report of them which are b without; but the woman being a deceived was lest he fall into reproach and the in the b transgression. c snare of the devil. 15 Notwithstanding a she shall be 8 Likewise must the a deacons be saved in b childbearing, if they con- b grave, not c doubletongued, not tinue in faith and charity and c ho- given to much wine, not greedy of liness with d sobriety. filthy lucre; 9 Holding the mystery of the faith Chapter 3 in a pure a conscience. Qualifications are given for bishops 10 And let these also first be and deacons—Great is the mystery of a proved; then let them use the office godliness. of a deacon, being found blameless. 11 a Even so must their b wives be This is a true asaying, If a man desire c grave, not dslanderers, esober, ffaith- the office of a b bishop, he desireth ful in all things. a good work. 12 Let the deacons be the husbands 2 A bishop then must be ablameless, of one wife, ruling their children the husband of one wife, vigilant, and their own houses well. b sober, of good behaviour, given to 13 For they that have used the c hospitality, apt to d teach; office of a deacon well a purchase 3 Not given to a wine, no b striker, to themselves a good degree, and not greedy of c filthy lucre; but pa- great boldness in the faith which tient, not a brawler, not covetous; is in Christ Jesus. 4 One that a ruleth well his own 14 These things write I unto thee, b house, having his c children in sub- hoping to come unto thee shortly: jection with all gravity; 15 a But if I tarry long, that thou 5 (For if a man know not how to mayest know how thou oughtest to a rule his own house, how shall he behave thyself in the house of God, take care of the church of God?) which is the b church of the living 12 a tg Teaching. d 2 Tim. 2:24. c gr deceitful. b gr exercise dominion, 3 a tg Drunkenness; 9 a tg Conscience. be autocratic, domineer. Word of Wisdom. 10 a 1 Tim. 5:22. c gr quietness, b gr bully, violent person. tg Test. tranquillity. c tg Filthiness. 11 a gr Women in like 13 a tg Man, Physical 4 a tg Marriage, Husbands. manner. Creation of. b tg Marriage, b tg Marriage, Wives. 14 a tg Fall of Man. Fatherhood. c gr honorable, dignified. b tg Transgress. c tg Family, Children, d tg Slander. 15 a jst 1 Tim. 2:15 . . . Responsibilities toward; e gr temperate, vigilant, they . . . Family, Patriarchal. circumspect. b tg Birth Control; 5 a Esth. 1:22; f tg Trustworthiness. Marriage, Motherhood. D&C 93:43 (41–43, 50). 13 a gr earn, acquire c tg Holiness. tg Family, Love within. for themselves good d gr modesty. 6 a gr recent convert. standing rank. 3 1 a 1 Tim. 1:15. b tg Pride. 15 a jst 1 Tim. 3:15–16 b tg Bishop. c 2 Pet. 2:4. (Appendix). Note the 2 a tg Priesthood, 7 a Acts 6:3; 22:12. change, emphasizing Qualifying for. b gr outside the faith. that the “pillar and b gr temperate, c tg Bondage, Spiritual. ground of the truth” is circumspect. 8 a tg Deacon. Jesus Christ. tg Levity. b gr honorable, dignified. b tg Church. c tg Hospitality. tg Levity. 1509 1 Timothy 3:16–4:15 God, the pillar and c ground of the membrance of these things, thou d truth. shalt be a good minister of Jesus 16 And without controversy great is Christ, nourished up in the words of the a mystery of godliness: b God was faith and of good doctrine, a where- c manifest in the d flesh, e justified in unto thou hast attained. the Spirit, seen of angels, preached 7 But refuse profane and old wives’ unto the Gentiles, believed on in fables, and exercise thyself rather the world, f received up into glory. unto godliness. 8 For bodily exercise profiteth a lit- Chapter 4 tle: but b godliness is profitable unto Paul describes the latter-day apostasy— all things, having promise of the Christ is the Savior of all men, especially life that now is, and of that which of those who believe. is to come. 9 This is a faithful saying and wor- Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, thy of all acceptation. that in the a latter times some shall 10 For therefore we both a labour b depart from the faith, giving heed and suffer b reproach, because we to c seducing spirits, and d doctrines c trust in the living God, who is the of devils; d Saviour of all men, specially of 2 Speaking alies in bhypocrisy; hav- those that e believe. ing their c conscience seared with a 11 These things command and hot iron; teach. 3 a Forbidding to b marry, and com- 12 Let no man a despise thy youth; manding to c abstain from d meats, but be thou an b example of the be- which God hath e created to be re- lievers, in word, in c conversation, in ceived with f thanksgiving of them charity, in spirit, in faith, in d purity. which believe and know the truth. 13 Till I come, give attendance to 4 For every a creature of God is a reading, to exhortation, to doctrine. b good, and nothing to be refused, 14 a Neglect not the b gift that is if it be received with c thanksgiving: in thee, which was given thee by 5 For it is sanctified by the word c prophecy, with the d laying on of of God and prayer. the e hands of the f presbytery. 6 If thou put the brethren in re- 15 a Meditate upon these things; 15 c gr foundation. b tg Hypocrisy. Jesus Christ, Savior. d tg Truth. c tg Conscience; e tg Faith. 16 a D&C 19:10. Spiritual Blindness. 12 a 1 Cor. 16:11 (10–11). tg Mysteries of 3 a Matt. 8:14; b tg Example; Godliness. D&C 49:15. Priesthood, b Ps. 1:3 (2–3); tg Marriage, Temporal. Qualifying for. John 10:33 (30–33); b tg Marriage, Marry. c gr conduct, behavior. Mosiah 3:5; 15:1 (1–5). c tg Abstain. d tg Chastity; tg Jesus Christ, d tg Food; Purity; Jehovah. Word of Wisdom. Virtue. c tg God, Manifesta- e D&C 49:19. 13 a tg Study. tions of. f D&C 89:11 (11–13). 14 a tg Priesthood, d tg Jesus Christ, 4 a gr creation. Magnifying Callings Condescension of. b Gen. 1:31. within. e gr approved by the. c tg Thanksgiving. b tg God, Gifts of; f tg Jesus Christ, 6 a gr which thou hast Stewardship; Ascension of. followed closely. Talents. 4 1 a tg Last Days. 8 a gr a little while. c 1 Tim. 1:18. b tg Holy Ghost, Loss of. b Luke 12:31. tg Prophecy. c gr deceitful. tg Godliness. d tg Priesthood, tg Apostasy of the 10 a tg Labor. Authority; Early Christian Church; b tg Reproach. Priesthood, Ordination. Spirits, Evil or Unclean. c tg Trust in God. e tg Hands, Laying on of. d tg False Doctrine. d tg Jesus Christ, f gr elders. 2 a tg Lying. Atonement through; 15 a tg Meditation. 1 Timothy 4:16–5:20 1510 give thyself wholly to them; that works; if she have brought up chil- thy b profiting may c appear to all. dren, if she have a lodged strangers, 16 Take heed unto thyself, and unto if she have b washed the saints’ the doctrine; continue in them: for c feet, if she have relieved the af- in doing this thou shalt both a save flicted, if she have diligently fol- thyself, and them that hear thee. lowed every good work. 11 But the younger widows refuse: Chapter 5 for when they have begun to wax wanton against Christ, they will Saints are to care for their worthy poor—Policies concerning elders are marry; given. 12 Having a damnation, because they have cast off their first faith. a Rebuke not an elder, but b entreat 13 And withal they learn to be him as a father; and the younger a idle, wandering about from house men as brethren; to house; and not only idle, but tat- 2 The elder women as mothers; the tlers also and b busybodies, speaking younger as a sisters, with all purity. things which they ought not. 3 Honour a widows that are wid- 14 I awill therefore that the younger ows indeed. b women marry, bear cchildren, guide 4 But if any widow have a children the dhouse, give none occasion to the or b nephews, let them learn first to adversary to speak reproachfully. shew c piety at home, and to requite 15 For some are already turned their parents: for that is good and aside after Satan. acceptable before God. 16 If any man or woman that be- 5 Now she that is a widow indeed, lieveth have widows, let them a re- and a desolate, trusteth in God, and lieve them, and let not the church be continueth in supplications and b charged; that it may relieve them prayers night and day. that are widows indeed. 6 But she that liveth a in b pleasure 17 Let the a elders that rule well be is dead while she liveth. counted worthy of double honour, 7 And these things a give in charge, especially they who labour in the that they may be blameless. word and doctrine. 8 But if any a provide not for his 18 For the scripture saith, Thou own, and specially for those of shalt not a muzzle the ox that tread- his own house, he hath denied the eth out the corn. And, The blabourer faith, and is worse than an infidel. is worthy of his c reward. 9 Let not a widow be taken into 19 Against an elder receive not an the number under threescore years accusation, but before two or three a old, having been the wife of one a witnesses. man, 20 Them that sin a rebuke before 10 Well reported of for good all, that others also may fear. 15 b gr progress, 6 a gr wantonly. b tg Gossip. advancement. b tg Pleasure. 14 a gr desire. c gr be manifest in all. 7 a gr instruct, command. b tg Marriage, Wives; 16 a James 5:20 (19–20); 8 a tg Family, Children, Woman. D&C 101:39 (39–40). Responsibilities toward; c tg Children. 5 1 a tg Chastening. Family, Managing d Titus 2:5 (4–5). b tg Respect. Finances in; 16 a tg Welfare. 2 a tg Brotherhood and Marriage, Husbands. b gr burdened down, Sisterhood. 9 a tg Old Age. troubled. 3 a tg Widows. 10 a Acts 16:15 (14–15). 17 a tg Elder, Melchizedek 4 a tg Children. b tg Wash. Priesthood. b gr grandchildren, c jst 1 Tim. 5:10 . . . 18 a Deut. 25:4. descendants. clothes . . . b tg Labor. c tg Family, Love within; 12 a gr judgment, condem- c gr wage. tg Wages. Respect. nation. tg Damnation. 19 a Deut. 19:15. 5 a gr left alone. 13 a tg Idleness. 20 a tg Chastening. 1511 1 Timothy 5:21–6:13 21 I charge thee before God, and even the words of our Lord Jesus the Lord Jesus Christ, and the elect Christ, and to the doctrine which a angels, that thou observe these is according to godliness; things b without preferring one 4 He is a proud, knowing nothing, before another, doing nothing by but b doting about c questions and partiality. d strifes of words, whereof cometh 22 a Lay b hands suddenly on no e envy, strife, railings, fevil surmisings, c man, neither be d partaker of other 5 Perverse a disputings of men of men’s sins: keep thyself e pure. corrupt minds, and destitute of the 23 Drink no longer water, but use truth, supposing that b gain is god- a little wine for thy stomach’s sake liness: from such withdraw thyself. and thine often infirmities. 6 But agodliness with bcontentment 24 Some men’s sins are open be- is great gain. forehand, going before to judgment; 7 For we brought a nothing into and some men they a follow after. this world, and it is certain we can 25 Likewise also the good works carry nothing out. of some are manifest beforehand; 8 And having a food and raiment and they that are otherwise can- let us be therewith b content. not be hid. 9 But a they that will be b rich fall into c temptation and a snare, and Chapter 6 into many foolish and hurtful d lusts, The love of money is the root of all which drown men in destruction evil—Fight the good fight of faith—Do and e perdition. 10 For the a love of b money is the not trust in worldly riches. root of all evil: which while some Let as many a servants as are under c coveted after, they have derred from the b yoke count their own masters the faith, and pierced themselves worthy of all honour, that the name through with many e sorrows. of God and his doctrine be not blas- 11 But thou, O man of God, flee phemed. these things; and follow after a righ- 2 And they that have believing teousness, godliness, faith, love, pa- masters, let them not despise them, tience, meekness. because they are a brethren; but 12 Fight the good fight of faith, rather do them b service, because lay hold on a eternal life, where- they are faithful and beloved, par- unto thou art also called, and hast takers of the benefit. These things b professed a good profession before teach and exhort. many witnesses. 3 If any man a teach otherwise, and 13 I give thee charge in the sight consent not to b wholesome words, of God, who a quickeneth all things, 21 a tg Angels. b gr obsessed with e tg Death, Spiritual, b gr apart from prejudice. questions. Second. 22 a tg Setting Apart. c 1 Tim. 1:4. 10 a Ps. 119:36; b tg Hands, Laying on of. d tg Strife. James 5:3 (1–6). c 1 Tim. 3:10. e tg Envy. b tg Selfishness. d 2 Jn. 1:11. f gr wicked suspicions. c tg Covet. e James 1:27 (22–27). 5 a tg Disputations. d gr wandered, 24 a gr appear later. b Titus 1:11. apostatized. 6 1 a gr slaves. 6 a tg Godliness. e tg Sorrow. Col. 3:22; b tg Contentment. 11 a tg Priesthood, Titus 2:9 (9–10); 7 a Job 1:21. Magnifying Callings 1 Pet. 2:18. 8 a tg Food. within; Righteousness. b tg Bondage, Physical. b tg Contentment. 12 a tg Eternal Life. 2 a 1 Jn. 3:14 (10–18). 9 a gr those desiring to b Heb. 10:23. b tg Service. be rich. 13 a gr brings to life. 3 a 1 Tim. 1:3; D&C 10:68. b tg Treasure. D&C 33:16; 88:17. b Titus 2:8. c tg Temptation. tg God, Power of; 4 a tg Pride. d tg Lust. Resurrection. 1 Timothy 6:14–2 Timothy 1:5 1512 and before Christ Jesus, who before b riches, but in the living God, who b Pontius Pilate c witnessed a good giveth us richly all things to enjoy; confession; 18 That they do good, that they be 14 That thou keep this command­ rich in good works, ready to a dis­ ment without spot, unrebukeable, tribute, willing to b communicate; until the appearing of our Lord 19 a Laying up in b store for them­ Jesus Christ: selves a good foundation c against 15 a Which in his times he shall the time to come, that they may lay shew, who is the blessed and only hold on d eternal life. b Potentate, the c King of kings, and 20 O Timothy, keep that which is Lord of lords; committed to thy a trust, avoiding 16 Who only hath a immortality, profane and vain babblings, and dwelling in the b light which no man b oppositions of science falsely so can approach unto; whom no man called: hath c seen, nor can see: to whom 21 Which some professing have be honour and power everlasting. erred concerning the faith. Grace Amen. be with thee. Amen. 17 Charge them that are a rich in ¶ The first to Timothy was written from La­ this world, that they be not high­ odicea, which is the chiefest city of Phrygia minded, nor trust in uncertain Pacatiana. The Second Epistle of Paul the Apostle to Timothy Chapter 1 God the Father and Christ Jesus Christ brings immortality and eternal our Lord. life through the gospel—Be strong in 3 I thank God, whom I serve from my forefathers with pure a con­ the faith. science, that without ceasing I have P aul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, according to the a promise of life which is in Christ Jesus, 2 To Timothy, my dearly beloved remembrance of thee in my prayers night and day; 4 Greatly desiring to see thee, be­ ing mindful of thy tears, that I may be filled with joy; son: Grace, mercy, and peace, from 5 When I call to remembrance the 13 b John 18:37 (29–40). 130:7 (6–9). d D&C 11:3. c gr testified. c tg God, Privilege of 20 a tg Trustworthiness. tg God, the Standard of Seeing. b gr disputations of Righteousness. 17 a Hel. 4:12 (11–13); what is falsely called 15 a jst 1 Tim. 6:15–16 3 Ne. 6:12 (10–16). knowledge. (Appendix). b James 1:11 (8–16). 2 Ne. 26:20; b D&C 41:4. 18 a tg Generosity. D&C 1:19. c Zech. 14:16; 1 Tim. 1:17; b tg Communication. Rev. 17:14. 19 a D&C 14:3. [2 Timothy] 16 a tg Immortality. b D&C 4:4. 1 1 a Titus 1:2. b D&C 88:12 (6–13); c gr for the future. 3 a tg Conscience. 1513 2 Timothy 1:6–2:6 unfeigned faith that is in thee, which 14 That good thing which was dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, committed unto thee keep by the and thy mother a Eunice; and I am Holy Ghost which a dwelleth in us. persuaded that in thee also. 15 This thou knowest, that all they 6 Wherefore I put thee in remem- which are in Asia be a turned away brance that thou a stir up the b gift of from me; of whom are Phygellus God, which is in thee by the putting and Hermogenes. on of my c hands. 16 The Lord give mercy unto the 7 For God hath not given us the house of Onesiphorus; for he oft a re- spirit of a fear; but of b power, and of freshed me, and was not ashamed c love, and of a sound mind. of my chain: 8 Be not thou therefore a ashamed 17 But, when he was in Rome, he of the b testimony of our Lord, nor sought me out very diligently, and of me his prisoner: but be thou par- found me. taker of the afflictions of the gos- 18 The Lord grant unto him that pel according to the power of God; he may find a mercy of the Lord in 9 Who hath saved us, and called us that day: and in how many things with an holy a calling, not according he ministered unto me at Ephesus, to our works, but according to his thou knowest very well. own purpose and b grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus before the Chapter 2 world began, Christ gives eternal glory to the elect— 10 But is now made a manifest by Shun contention and seek godliness. the appearing of our Saviour Jesus Christ, who hath abolished b death, Thou therefore, my son, be strong and hath brought c life and d immor- in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. tality to light through the gospel: 2 And the things that thou hast 11 Whereunto I am a appointed heard of me among many witnesses, a preacher, and an b apostle, and a the same commit thou to faithful teacher of the Gentiles. men, who shall be able to a teach 12 For the which cause I also suf- others also. fer these things: nevertheless I am 3 Thou therefore endure ahardness, not a ashamed: for I know whom I as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. have believed, and am persuaded 4 No man that warreth entangleth that he is able to keep that which I himself with the affairs of this life; have committed unto him against that he may please him who hath that day. chosen him to be a soldier. 13 Hold fast the a form of b sound 5 And if a man also a strive for words, which thou hast heard of b masteries, yet is he not c crowned, me, in faith and love which is in except he strive lawfully. Christ Jesus. 6 The husbandman that laboureth 5 a Acts 16:1. 9 a tg Foreordination. example. 6 a gr rekindle, revive. b tg Grace. b gr uncorrupted. tg Priesthood, 10 a Col. 1:26. 14 a D&C 130:22. Magnifying Callings b 1 Cor. 15:26; 15 a tg Apostasy of the within. Heb. 2:14; Early Christian Church. b 1 Tim. 1:18; Rev. 20:13 (11–15). 16 a tg Hospitality. D&C 8:4. tg Jesus Christ, 18 a tg God, Mercy of. tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of. Atonement through; 2 2 a D&C 38:23. c tg Hands, Laying on of. Jesus Christ, Death of. tg Teaching. 7 a tg Courage; c 1 Jn. 5:11 (10–21). 3 a gr afflictions, Fearful. d tg Immortality. vexations. b Acts 1:8. 11 a 1 Thes. 2:4. 5 a gr compete in a contest. c tg Love. b tg Apostles. b 1 Cor. 9:25. 8 a tg Shame. 12 a Rom. 1:16. c tg Reward. b tg Testimony. 13 a gr sketch, model, 2 Timothy 2:7–26 1514 must be first a partaker of the 18 Who concerning the truth have fruits. a erred, saying that the resurrection 7 Consider what I say; and the is past already; and overthrow the Lord give thee understanding in all faith of some. things. 19 Nevertheless the foundation of 8 Remember that Jesus Christ of God standeth sure, having this seal, the seed of David was a raised from The Lord knoweth them that are the dead according to my b gospel: his. And, Let every one that nameth 9 Wherein I suffer trouble, as an the name of Christ depart from evil doer, even unto bonds; but the iniquity. word of God is not bound. 20 But in a great house there are 10 Therefore I endure all things not only vessels of gold and of sil- for the elect’s sakes, that they may ver, but also of wood and of a earth; also obtain the salvation which is and some to honour, and some to in Christ Jesus with eternal glory. dishonour. 11 It is a faithful saying: For if we 21 If a man therefore purge him- be a dead with him, we shall also self from these, he shall be a a vessel live with him: unto honour, b sanctified, and c meet 12 If we asuffer, we shall also breign for the master’s use, and prepared with him: if we c deny him, he also unto every good work. will deny us: 22 Flee also youthful a lusts: but 13 If we a believe not, yet he follow b righteousness, faith, charity, abideth faithful: he cannot b deny c peace, with them that call on the himself. Lord out of a d pure heart. 14 Of these things put them in re- 23 But a foolish and unlearned membrance, charging them before b questions avoid, knowing that they the Lord that they a strive not about do gender c strifes. words to no profit, but to the sub- 24 And the servant of the Lord verting of the hearers. must not a strive; but be gentle unto 15 aStudy to shew thyself approved all men, apt to b teach, patient, unto God, a workman that needeth 25 In a meekness b instructing those not to be ashamed, b rightly dividing that oppose themselves; if God c per- the word of truth. adventure will give them repen- 16 But shun profane and avain bab- tance to the acknowledging of the blings: for they will increase unto truth; more b ungodliness. 26 And that they may recover them- 17 And their a word will eat as doth selves out of the snare of the devil, a canker: of whom is b Hymenæus who are taken a captive by him at and Philetus; his will. 6 a 1 Cor. 9:10. 14 a gr dispute not about tg Chastity; 8 a tg Jesus Christ, words, or trivialities. Lust. Resurrection. 15 a tg Scriptures, Study of. b tg Priesthood, b tg Gospel. b gr setting forth without Magnifying Callings 11 a Rom. 6:5 (5, 8). perversion, distortion. within. 12 a gr endure, remain 16 a gr vain disputation. c tg Peace. constant. b tg Godliness. d 1 Tim. 1:5. tg Persecution; 17 a gr teaching will spread 23 a Titus 3:9. Suffering. like gangrene. b D&C 19:31 (29–31). b tg Millennium, b 1 Tim. 1:20. c tg Strife. Preparing a People for. 18 a tg Apostasy of the 24 a 3 Ne. 11:29 (29–30); c Matt. 10:33 (32–33); Early Christian Church. D&C 18:20; 136:23. Rom. 1:16 (15–18); 20 a gr clay, earthenware. b 1 Tim. 3:2. 2 Ne. 31:14 (12–21); 21 a tg Body, Sanctity of. 25 a tg Meek. D&C 101:5 (1–5). b Isa. 52:11. b D&C 20:53. 13 a gr are unfaithful. c gr useful, profitable. c gr perchance. b D&C 39:16. 22 a gr impure, violent 26 a Moses 7:26. tg God, Perfection of. desires. tg Bondage, Spiritual. 1515 2 Timothy 3:1–17 Chapter 3 ther: for their a folly shall be mani­ fest unto all men, as theirs also Paul describes the apostasy and perilous was. times of the last days—The scriptures 10 But thou hast a fully known guide man to salvation. my doctrine, manner of life, pur- This know also, that in the alast days pose, faith, longsuffering, charity, perilous b times shall come. patience, 2 For men shall be lovers of their 11 Persecutions, afflictions, which own selves, a covetous, boasters, came unto me at Antioch, at Ico- b proud, blasphemers, c disobedient nium, at Lystra; what a persecutions to parents, d unthankful, unholy, I endured: but out of them all the 3 Without a natural b affection, Lord delivered me. c trucebreakers, d false accusers, e in- 12 Yea, and all that will live a godly continent, fierce, despisers of those in Christ Jesus shall b suffer c perse- that are good, cution. 4 a Traitors, b heady, c highminded, 13 But evil men and aseducers shall lovers of d pleasures more than lov- wax worse and worse, deceiving, ers of God; and being deceived. 5 Having a a form of godliness, but 14 But acontinue thou in the things b denying the power thereof: from which thou hast learned and hast such turn away. been assured of, knowing of whom 6 For of this sort are they which thou hast learned them; creep into houses, and lead captive 15 And that from a achild thou hast silly a women laden with sins, led known the holy b scriptures, which away with divers b lusts, are able to make thee c wise unto 7 Ever a learning, and never able d salvation through faith which is to come to the b knowledge of the in Christ Jesus. c truth. 16 aAll bscripture is given by cinspi- 8 Now as Jannes and Jambres ration of God, and is d profitable for withstood Moses, so do these also e doctrine, for freproof, for correction, a resist the truth: men of b corrupt for g instruction in h righteousness: minds, reprobate concerning the 17 That the man of God may be faith. a perfect, throughly furnished unto 9 But they shall proceed no fur- all b good works. 3 1 a Morm. 1:17 (13–17); Early Christian Church. b tg Scriptures, Study of. 8:28 (26–33). 6 a tg Woman. c tg Understanding. tg Last Days. b tg Lust. d tg Salvation. b 2 Tim. 4:3. 7 a tg Learn. 16 a jst 2 Tim. 3:16 And 2 a tg Covet. b tg Ignorance; all scripture given by b tg Pride. Knowledge. inspiration of God, is c tg Contention; c tg Truth. profitable . . . Disobedience; 8 a tg Opposition. b tg Book of Mormon; Family, Children, b Ps. 14:1; Scriptures, Writing of; Duties of. D&C 10:21 (20–23); Scriptures to Come d tg Ingratitude. 112:23 (23–24). Forth. 3 a Rom. 1:26 (26–28). 9 a D&C 35:7; 45:49; 63:15. c tg Inspiration. b tg Sexual Immorality. 10 a gr followed closely, d gr beneficial or useful c tg Honesty. conformed to. for instruction. d gr slanderers. 11 a Acts 15:26. e tg Scriptures, Value of. e gr without self-control. 12 a tg Godliness. f tg Chastening; 4 a tg Rebellion. b Ps. 34:19. Reproof. b gr rash, reckless. tg Suffering. g tg Education. c gr puffed up, conceited. c tg Cruelty; h tg Righteousness. d tg Pleasure. Persecution. 17 a gr suited, ready, 5 a Rom. 2:20; 13 a gr diviners, imposters, complete. 2 Ne. 28:5; cheats. tg Perfection. JS—H 1:19. 14 a D&C 66:12. b tg Good Works. b tg Apostasy of the 15 a Deut. 4:9 (6–9). 2 Timothy 4:1–20 1516 Chapter 4 having loved this present c world, and is departed unto Thessalon- Paul gives a solemn charge to preach ica; Crescens to Galatia, Titus unto the gospel in a day of apostasy—Paul Dalmatia. and all Saints are assured of exaltation. 11 Only a Luke is with me. Take I charge thee therefore before God, b Mark, and bring him with thee: and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall for he is profitable to me for the a judge the quick and the dead at his ministry. appearing and his kingdom; 12 And Tychicus have I sent to 2 a Preach the word; b be c instant Ephesus. in season, out of season; d reprove, 13 The cloak that I left at Troas rebuke, exhort with all longsuffer- with Carpus, when thou comest, ing and doctrine. bring with thee, and the a books, but 3 For the time will come when especially the parchments. they will not a endure sound b doc- 14 Alexander the coppersmith did trine; but after their own clusts shall me much evil: the Lord reward him they heap to themselves d teachers, according to his a works: having itching ears; 15 Of whom be thou ware also; 4 And they shall turn away their for he hath greatly a withstood ears from the a truth, and shall be our words. turned unto b fables. 16 At my first a answer no man 5 But a watch thou in all things, stood with me, but all men forsook endure afflictions, do the work of me: I pray God that it may not be an b evangelist, c make full proof of laid to their b charge. thy ministry. 17 Notwithstanding the a Lord 6 For I am now ready to be offered, stood with me, and strengthened me; and the time of my departure is at that by me the preaching might be hand. fully known, and that all the Gentiles 7 I have fought a good a fight, I might hear: and I was delivered out have b finished my course, I have of the mouth of the lion. kept the faith: 18 And the Lord shall deliver me 8 Henceforth there is laid up for me from every evil work, and will a pre- a a crown of b righteousness, which serve me unto his heavenly king- the Lord, the righteous c judge, shall dom: to whom be glory for ever and give me at that day: and not to me ever. Amen. only, but unto all them also that 19 Salute Prisca and Aquila, and love his appearing. the household of Onesiphorus. 9 Do thy diligence to come shortly 20 Erastus abode at Corinth: but unto me: Trophimus have I left at Miletum 10 For a Demas hath b forsaken me, sick. 4 1 a tg Jesus Christ, Judge. b tg Apostasy of the Individuals. 2 a tg Missionary Work; Early Christian Church. c tg Worldliness. Preaching. 5 a tg Watch. 11 a Acts 1:1. b jst 2 Tim. 4:2 . . . be b Acts 21:8; b Acts 15:37 (37–39); instant in season, those Eph. 4:11 (11–14). Col. 4:10. who are out of season . . . c gr fulfill your ministry. 13 a Luke 1:1 (1–4); c gr urgent, earnest. 7 a tg Contentment. 1 Ne. 13:26 (24–26). d tg Chastening; b tg Dedication. 14 a D&C 64:11. Reproof. 8 a tg Exaltation; 15 a gr opposed, resisted. 3 a 2 Tim. 3:1; Reward. 16 a gr defense. Hel. 13:28 (26–30). b tg God, the Standard of b Acts 7:60 (59–60); b 1 Tim. 1:10. Righteousness. 3 Ne. 12:44. c tg Lust. c tg Jesus Christ, Judge. 17 a John 14:18. d tg False Prophets; 10 a Col. 4:14; 18 a gr save, rescue. Teacher. Philem. 1:24. 4 a tg Truth. b tg Apostasy of 1517 2 Timothy 4:21–Titus 1:11 21 Do thy diligence to come before ¶ The second epistle unto Timotheus, or­ winter. Eubulus greeteth thee, and dained the first bishop of the church of the Ephesians, was written from Rome, when Pudens, and Linus, and Claudia, and Paul was brought before Nero the second all the brethren. time. 22 The a Lord Jesus Christ be with thy spirit. Grace be with you. Amen. The Epistle of Paul to Titus Chapter 1 things that are wanting, and b or­ dain c elders in every city, as I had Eternal life was promised before the d appointed thee: world began—The qualifications of 6 If any be blameless, the husband bishops are given—Unto the pure, all of one wife, having faithful children things are pure. not accused of a riot or unruly. P aul, a a servant of God, and an b apostle of Jesus Christ, accord­ ing to the faith of God’s c elect, and the acknowledging of the truth which is after godliness; c 7 For a a bishop must be blame­ less, as the b steward of God; not selfwilled, not soon d angry, not given to wine, no striker, not given to filthy lucre; 2 In a hope of b eternal life, which 8 But a lover of a hospitality, a God, that cannot c lie, d promised be­ lover of b good men, sober, just, holy, fore the world began; c temperate; 3 But hath in due times manifested 9 Holding fast the faithful word as his word through preaching, which is he hath been taught, that he may committed unto me according to the be able by sound doctrine both to commandment of God our Saviour; exhort and to a convince the b gain­ 4 To Titus, a mine own son after the sayers. common faith: Grace, mercy, and 10 For there are many unruly peace, from God the Father and and a vain talkers and b deceivers, the Lord Jesus Christ our Saviour. specially they of the c circumcision: 5 For this cause left I thee in Crete, 11 Whose mouths must be stopped, that thou shouldest set in a order the who subvert whole houses, teaching 22 a tg Jesus Christ, Lord. b tg Priesthood, d tg Anger. Authority; 8 a tg Hospitality. [Titus] Priesthood, Ordination. b gr what is good. 1 1 a tg Servant. c tg Church Organization; c gr self-controlled. b tg Apostles. Elder, Melchizedek tg Temperance. c tg Election. Priesthood. 9 a D&C 11:21. 2 a tg Hope. d gr directed, ordered. b gr those who deny, b tg Salvation, Plan of. 6 a gr debauchery or contradict. c tg God, Perfection of; insubordination. 10 a gr idle speakers, Lying. 7 a tg Bishop; disputers. d 2 Tim. 1:1; Leadership. b tg Apostasy of the Abr. 3:26. b tg Delegation of Early Christian Church. 4 a gr a true son Responsibility; c tg Circumcision. according to. Stewardship. 5 a tg Order. c gr obstinate, arrogant. Titus 1:12–2:12 1518 things which they ought not, for given to much wine, teachers of filthy a lucre’s sake. good things; 12 One of themselves, even a prophet 4 That they may teach the young of their own, said, The Cretians are a women to be sober, to b love their alway liars, evil beasts, aslow bellies. husbands, to love their children, 13 This witness is true. Wherefore 5 To be discreet, achaste, bkeepers at a rebuke them sharply, that they may c home, good, obedient to their own be sound in the faith; husbands, that the word of God be 14 Not giving heed to Jewish a fa- not blasphemed. bles, and b commandments of men, 6 Young men likewise exhort to c that turn from the truth. be sober minded. 15 a Unto the pure all things are 7 In all things shewing thyself a b pure: but unto them that are c de- pattern of good works: in doctrine filed and unbelieving is nothing shewing uncorruptness, a gravity, pure; but even their d mind and b sincerity, e conscience is f defiled. 8 a Sound speech, that cannot be 16 They a profess that they b know b condemned; that he that is c of the God; but in c works they d deny him, contrary part may be ashamed, being abominable, and e disobe- having no evil thing to say of you. dient, and unto every good work 9 Exhort a servants to be obedient f reprobate. unto their own masters, and to please them well in all things; not b answer- Chapter 2 ing again; Saints should live righteously, deny un- 10 Not apurloining, but shewing all godliness, and seek the Lord. good fidelity; that they may b adorn the doctrine of God our Saviour in But a speak thou the things which all things. become sound b doctrine: 11 For the a grace of God b that 2 That the a aged men be b sober, bringeth salvation hath appeared grave, c temperate, sound in faith, to all men, in charity, in patience. 12 Teaching us that, denying a un- 3 The aged women likewise, that godliness and b worldly c lusts, we they be in behaviour as becometh should live d soberly, e righteously, holiness, not a false b accusers, not and godly, in this present world; 11 a 1 Tim. 6:5; Hypocrisy. respectfulness. Mosiah 29:40; b Hosea 8:2. b tg Sincere. Alma 11:24. tg Ignorance. 8 a 1 Tim. 6:3. 12 a gr lazy gluttons. c Matt. 15:8 (7–9). b 1 Pet. 2:12 (11–12). 13 a D&C 84:117 (87, 117). d tg Apostasy of the c gr an opponent, enemy. 14 a 1 Tim. 1:4. Early Christian Church. 9 a Eph. 6:5; Col. 3:22; b Matt. 15:9; Col. 2:22; e tg Disobedience. 1 Tim. 6:1 (1–2); D&C 3:6 (6–7); f gr unfit, worthless. 1 Pet. 2:18. 45:29; 46:7; 2 1 a 1 Thes. 2:4; 1 Pet. 4:11. b gr arguing against, JS—H 1:19. tg Teaching. opposing, contradicting. c gr who reject, b D&C 88:77 (77–78). 10 a gr misappropriating, repudiate the truth. 2 a tg Old Age. robbing. 15 a jst Titus 1:15 Unto the b gr circumspect. tg Stealing. pure, let all things be c tg Temperance. b gr honor, put in order. pure . . . 3 a gr slanderers, traitors, 11 a tg Grace. b tg Purity. devils. b jst Titus 2:11 . . . which c tg Pollution. b tg Gossip. bringeth salvation to all d Luke 11:39 (39–41). 4 a tg Marriage, Wives. men, hath appeared; tg Mind. b tg Family, Love within. 12 a tg Godliness. e tg Conscience. 5 a tg Chastity; Modesty. b tg Worldliness. f Mark 7:15; 2 Ne. 19:17; b gr housekeepers, c tg Lust. D&C 93:35. guards. d tg Levity. 16 a Matt. 7:21 (21–23). c 1 Tim. 5:14. e tg Abundant Life; tg False Prophets; 7 a gr dignity, Righteousness. 1519 Titus 2:13–3:15 13 Looking for that blessed hope, 6 Which he shed on us abundantly and the a glorious appearing of the through Jesus Christ our Saviour; great God and our Saviour Jesus 7 That being ajustified by his grace, Christ; we should be made b heirs according 14 Who gave a himself for us, that to the hope of eternal life. he might b redeem us from all in- 8 This is a faithful saying, and iquity, and c purify unto himself a these things I will that thou affirm d peculiar people, e zealous of good constantly, that they which have works. believed in God might be careful to 15 These things speak, and exhort, maintain good a works. These things and a rebuke with all b authority. Let are good and profitable unto men. no man c despise thee. 9 But avoid a foolish questions, and genealogies, and b contentions, and Chapter 3 strivings about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain. Saints must live righteously after 10 A man that is an a heretick af- baptism. ter the first and second b admoni- Put them in mind to be a subject to tion reject; b principalities and powers, to obey 11 Knowing that he that is such magistrates, to be ready to every is a subverted, and sinneth, being good work, condemned of himself. 2 To a speak evil of no man, to be 12 When I shall send Artemas b no brawlers, but gentle, shewing unto thee, or Tychicus, be diligent all c meekness unto all men. to come unto me to Nicopolis: for 3 For we ourselves also were asome- I have determined there to winter. times foolish, bdisobedient, deceived, 13 Bring Zenas the lawyer and serving divers c lusts and pleasures, Apollos on their journey diligently, living in d malice and envy, hateful, that nothing be wanting unto them. and hating one another. 14 And let aours also learn to main- 4 But after that the kindness and tain b good works for necessary uses, love of God our Saviour toward man that they be not unfruitful. appeared, 15 All that are with me salute thee. 5 Not by works of a righteousness Greet them that love us in the faith. which we have done, but according Grace be with you all. Amen. to his b mercy he saved us, by the ¶ It was written to Titus, ordained the first c washing of regeneration, and d re- bishop of the church of the Cretians, from newing of the Holy Ghost; Nicopolis of Macedonia. 13 a tg Glory. 3 1 a tg Citizenship. 7 a tg Justification. 14 a tg Self-Sacrifice. b tg Governments. b D&C 70:8. b tg Jesus Christ, 2 a tg Slander. 8 a tg Good Works. Atonement through; b gr not quarrelsome. 9 a 2 Tim. 2:23 (23–26). Jesus Christ, Redeemer; c D&C 38:41. b tg Contention. Redemption. 3 a gr once, formerly. 10 a tg Apostasy of c tg Purification; b tg Disobedience. Individuals. Purity. c tg Lust. b Matt. 18:17. d tg Peculiar People. d tg Malice. 11 a gr perverted, changed. e tg Zeal. 5 a tg Righteousness. 14 a gr our people. 15 a tg Chastening. b tg God, Mercy of. b Rom. 15:28 (25–28); b tg Authority. c tg Baptism, Essential. Philip. 4:17. c gr disregard. d tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of. The Epistle of Paul to Philemon The gospel changes a servant into a 13 Whom I would have retained brother. with me, that in thy stead he might have ministered unto me in the P aul, a prisoner of Jesus Christ, and Timothy our brother, unto Philemon our dearly beloved, and fellowlabourer, 2 And to our beloved Apphia, and bonds of the gospel: 14 But without thy a mind would I do nothing; that thy benefit should not be as it were of necessity, but willingly. a Archippus our fellowsoldier, and 15 For perhaps he therefore de­ to the church in thy house: parted for a season, that thou should­ 3 Grace to you, and peace, from est receive him for ever; God our Father and the Lord Jesus 16 Not now as a servant, but above Christ. a servant, a a brother beloved, spe­ 4 I thank my God, making men­ cially to me, but how much more tion of thee always in my prayers, unto thee, both in the flesh, and in 5 Hearing of thy love and faith, the Lord? which thou hast toward the Lord 17 If thou count me therefore a Jesus, and toward all saints; partner, receive him as myself. 6 That the a communication of thy 18 If he hath wronged thee, or faith may become b effectual by the oweth thee a ought, put that on mine acknowledging of every good thing account; which is in you in Christ Jesus. 19 I Paul have written it with mine 7 For we have great joy and con­ own hand, I will repay it: albeit I solation in thy love, because the do not say to thee how thou owest a bowels of the saints are refreshed unto me even thine own self besides. by thee, brother. 20 Yea, brother, let me have joy of 8 Wherefore, though I might be thee in the Lord: refresh my bowels much bold in Christ to enjoin thee in the Lord. that which is convenient, 21 Having confidence in thy obedi­ 9 Yet for love’s sake I rather beseech ence I wrote unto thee, knowing that thee, being such an one as Paul the thou wilt also do more than I say. aged, and now also a prisoner of 22 But withal prepare me also a Jesus Christ. lodging: for I trust that through your 10 I beseech thee for my son aOnes­ a prayers I shall be given unto you. imus, whom I have begotten in my 23 There salute thee a Epaphras, bonds: my fellowprisoner in Christ Jesus; 11 Which in time past was to thee 24 Marcus, Aristarchus, a Demas, unprofitable, but now profitable to Lucas, my fellowlabourers. thee and to me: 25 The grace of our Lord Jesus 12 Whom I have sent again: thou Christ be with your spirit. Amen. therefore receive him, that is, mine ¶ Written from Rome to Philemon, by own bowels: Onesimus a servant. 1 2 a Col. 4:17. 14 a gr assent, suggestion. 23 a Col. 1:7 (7–8); 6 a gr participation, tg Mind. 4:12 (12–13). fellowship. 16 a tg Brotherhood and 24 a Col. 4:14; b gr active. Sisterhood. 2 Tim. 4:10. 7 a gr affections, 18 a gr something, anything. compassion. 22 a 2 Cor. 1:11; 10 a Col. 4:9. Philip. 1:19. The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Hebrews Chapter 1 this day have I begotten thee? And again, I will be to him a b Father, The Son is in the express image of the and he shall be to me a Son? person of the Father—Christ is the Only Begotten Son and thus above 6 And again, when he bringeth in the angels. the a firstbegotten into the world, he saith, bAnd let all the angels of God G od, who a at sundry times and worship him. c in divers manners spake in 7 And of the angels he saith, Who time past unto the b fathers maketh his angels spirits, and his by the c prophets, ministers a flame of fire. 2 Hath in these last days spoken 8 But unto the Son he saith, Thy unto us by his a Son, whom he hath a throne, O God, is for b ever and b appointed c heir of all things, by ever: a sceptre of righteousness is whom also he d made the e worlds; the sceptre of thy kingdom. 3 Who being the brightness of his 9 Thou hast loved a righteousness, a glory, and the express image of his and hated iniquity; therefore God, b person, and upholding all things even thy God, hath anointed thee by the word of his c power, when with the oil of gladness above thy he had by himself d purged our sins, fellows. sat down on the e right hand of the 10 And, Thou, Lord, in the begin­ f Majesty on high; ning hast laid the a foundation of 4 Being made so much better than the earth; and the heavens are the the angels, as he hath by inheritance works of thine b hands: obtained a more excellent a name 11 They shall perish; but thou re­ than they. mainest; and they all shall a wax old 5 For unto which of the angels said as doth a garment; he at any time, Thou art my a Son, 12 And as a vesture shalt thou fold 1 1 a gr in many locations 3 a John 1:14. Firstborn. and various ways. tg Celestial Glory. b jst Heb. 1:6–7 . . . And b tg Family, Patriarchal. b tg God, Body of, let all the angels of c tg Prophets, Corporeal Nature. God worship him, who Mission of. c tg God, Power of. maketh his ministers as a 2 a tg Godhead; d gr made purification, flame of fire. And of the Jesus Christ, Divine expiation for. angels he saith, Angels Sonship; e Acts 7:55 (55–56); are ministering spirits. Jesus Christ, Jehovah. D&C 76:23. c tg Worship. b tg Jesus Christ, f Heb. 12:2. 8 a tg  Kingdom of God, in Authority of. 4 a Eph. 1:21 (20–21); Heaven. c Matt. 21:38 (33–46). Philip. 2:9 (9–10). b D&C 88:104. tg Jesus Christ, tg Name. 9 a tg Righteousness. Relationships with 5 a Heb. 5:5. 10 a tg Jesus Christ, the Father. tg Jesus Christ, Divine Creator. d tg Jesus Christ, Creator. Sonship. b D&C 67:2. e tg Astronomy; b 2 Sam. 7:14; 11 a gr grow old, become Creation; 1 Chr. 17:13. worn. God, Creator. 6 a tg Jesus Christ, Hebrews 1:13–2:15 1522 them up, and they shall be changed: 7 Thou madest him a little lower but thou art the same, and thy years than the aangels; thou crownedst him shall not fail. with glory and honour, and didst 13 But to which of the angels said set him over the works of thy hands: he at any time, Sit on my a right 8 Thou hast put all things in sub- hand, until I make thine enemies jection under his a feet. For in that thy footstool? he put all in subjection under him, 14 Are they not all a ministering he left nothing that is not put un- b spirits, sent forth c to minister for der him. But now we see not yet all them who shall be heirs of salvation? things put under him. 9 But we see Jesus, who was made Chapter 2 a little a lower than the b angels c for the suffering of d death, e crowned Jesus came to suffer death and save with glory and honour; that he by men—He came to make reconciliation the fgrace of God should taste gdeath for the sins of the people. for every man. Therefore we ought to give the 10 For a it became him, for whom more a earnest b heed to the things are all things, and by whom are which we have heard, lest at any all b things, in bringing many sons time we should let them slip. unto glory, to make the c captain 2 For if the word spoken by angels of their salvation d perfect through was steadfast, and every transgres- sufferings. sion and a disobedience received a 11 For both he that sanctifieth b just recompence of reward; and they who are a sanctified are 3 How shall we a escape, if we ne- all of b one: for which cause he is glect so great salvation; which at not ashamed to call them c brethren, the first began to be spoken by the 12 Saying, I will declare thy a name Lord, and was confirmed unto us unto my brethren, in the midst of by them that heard him; the church will I sing praise unto 4 God also bearing them witness, thee. both with a signs and b wonders, 13 And again, I will put my a trust and with divers miracles, and gifts in him. And again, Behold I and of the Holy Ghost, according to his the children which God hath given own c will? me. 5 For unto the angels hath he not 14 aForasmuch then as the children put in subjection the world to come, are partakers of b flesh and blood, whereof we speak. he also himself likewise took part 6 But one in a certain place testi- of the same; that through death he fied, saying, What is aman, that thou might c destroy him that had the art mindful of him? or the son of power of d death, that is, the e devil; man, that thou visitest him? 15 And deliver them who through 13 a Ps. 110:1. 7 a heb gods; b Col. 1:16 (13–19). 14 a D&C 7:6. gr angels. c tg Jesus Christ, Messiah. tg Angels. 8 a Matt. 28:18; d tg Perfection. b Zech. 6:5 (4–8). 1 Cor. 15:25; 11 a tg Sanctification. c gr for service. Eph. 1:22. b tg Unity. 2 1 a tg Zeal. 9 a tg Jesus Christ, c tg Brotherhood and b D&C 21:4. Condescension of. Sisterhood. 2 a tg Disobedience. b Philip. 2:7 (7–9). 12 a Ps. 22:22. b tg God, Justice of. c gr through. 13 a Ps. 18:2. 3 a Heb. 10:29; 12:25. d tg Jesus Christ, Death of. 14 a gr Since. 4 a Acts 5:12 (12–23). e Acts 2:33. b tg Flesh and Blood. tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of; f tg Grace. c Gen. 3:15. Symbolism. g tg Jesus Christ, d 2 Tim. 1:10. b tg Miracle. Atonement through. tg Redemption. c tg God, Will of. 10 a gr it was fitting, suit- e tg Devil. 6 a Ps. 8:4 (4–6). able, proper for Him. 1523 Hebrews 2:16–3:17 fear of death were all their lifetime a house; whose b house are we, if we subject to a bondage. hold fast the confidence and the re- 16 For verily he took not on him joicing of the hope firm unto the end. the nature of a angels; but he took on 7 Wherefore (as the a Holy Ghost him the b seed of Abraham. saith, b To day if ye will hear his 17 Wherefore in all things it be- voice, hoved him to be made like unto his 8 aHarden not your hearts, as in the brethren, that he might be a merci- b provocation, in the day of tempta- ful and faithful high priest in things tion in the wilderness: pertaining to God, to make a recon- 9 When your fathers tempted me, ciliation for the sins of the people. a proved me, and saw my works 18 For in that he himself hath suf- forty years. fered being a tempted, he is able to 10 Wherefore I was grieved with b succour them that are tempted. that a generation, and said, They do alway err in their heart; and they Chapter 3 have not known my ways. 11 So I sware in my wrath, They Christ is the Apostle and High Priest of shall not a enter into my b rest.) our profession—Jesus, being the Son, is 12 Take heed, brethren, lest there more than a servant—Now is the time be in any of you an evil a heart of and the day of our salvation. b unbelief, in c departing from the Wherefore, holy brethren, partak- living God. ers of the heavenly calling, aconsider 13 But a exhort one another daily, the bApostle and c High Priest of our while it is called b To day; lest any profession, Christ Jesus; of you be hardened through the 2 Who was faithful to him that deceitfulness of sin. appointed him, as also Moses was 14 For we are made partakers of faithful in all his house. Christ, if we hold the beginning 3 For this man was counted worthy of our confidence a steadfast unto of more glory than Moses, inasmuch the end; as he who hath builded the house 15 While it is said, To day if ye hath more honour than the house. will hear his voice, a harden not 4 For every house is builded by your hearts, as in the b provocation. some man; but he that built all 16 For some, when they had heard, things is God. did provoke: howbeit not all that 5 And Moses verily was faithful came out of Egypt by Moses. in all his house, as a a servant, for 17 But with whom was he grieved a testimony of those things which forty years? was it not with them were to be spoken after; that had sinned, whose a carcases 6 But Christ as a son over his own fell in the wilderness? 15 a tg Bondage, Spiritual; 5 a tg Servant. Matt. 15:19; Law of Moses. 6 a tg Church. Hel. 12:4. 16 a tg Angels. b 1 Pet. 2:5 (4–8). b tg Stiffnecked. b tg Seed of Abraham. 7 a Heb. 10:15. c gr apostatizing, 17 a tg Jesus Christ, Re- b Ps. 95:7 (7–11). withdrawing from. deemer; Reconciliation. 8 a tg Hardheartedness. tg Apostasy of 18 a gr tried, subjected b Num. 14:23 (2–23); Individuals. to trial. Jacob 1:7 (7–8); 13 a Alma 34:39; tg Jesus Christ, Alma 12:36. D&C 38:23. Temptation of; Test. 9 a tg Test. tg Chastening. b Alma 7:12; 10 a Prov. 30:12 (11–14). b D&C 45:6. D&C 62:1. 11 a Ps. 95:11. 14 a tg Perseverance; 3 1 a tg Meditation. b D&C 84:24. Steadfastness. b tg Jesus Christ, Messen- tg God, Presence of; 15 a tg Contrite Heart. ger of the Covenant. God, Privilege of b tg Provoking. c tg High Priest, Melchi- Seeing; Rest. 17 a Num. 14:29 (29, 37); zedek Priesthood. 12 a Gen. 6:5; 1 Cor. 10:5 (2–7). Hebrews 3:18–4:16 1524 18 And to whom sware he that they long a time; as it is said, To day if should not enter into his rest, but ye will b hear his voice, c harden not to them that believed not? your hearts. 19 So we see that they could not 8 For if aJesus had given them rest, enter in because of a unbelief. then would he not afterward have spoken of another day. Chapter 4 9 There remaineth therefore a rest The gospel was offered to ancient Is- to the people of God. rael—Saints enter into the rest of the 10 For he that is entered into his Lord—Though tempted in all points, rest, he also hath ceased from his own works, as God did from his. Jesus was without sin. 11 Let us a labour therefore to en- Let us therefore fear, lest, a prom- ter into that rest, lest any man fall ise being left us of entering into after the same example of bunbelief. his a rest, any of you should seem 12 For the a word of God is b quick, to come short of it. and powerful, and sharper than any 2 For unto us was the a gospel twoedged c sword, d piercing even to preached, as well as unto them: but the dividing asunder of e soul and the word preached did not profit spirit, and of the joints and marrow, them, not being mixed with b faith and is a f discerner of the g thoughts in them that heard it. and h intents of the heart. 3 a For we which have believed do 13 Neither is there any creature enter into rest, as he said, As I have that is not manifest in his sight: sworn in my wrath, if they shall en- but all things are naked and opened ter into my brest: although the works unto the a eyes of him with whom were finished from the foundation we have to do. of the world. 14 Seeing then that we have a great 4 For he spake in a certain place of high priest, that is passed into the the a seventh day on this wise, And a heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let God did rest the seventh day from us hold fast our profession. all his works. 15 For we have not an high priest 5 aAnd in this place again, If they a which cannot be touched with the shall enter into my rest. feeling of our infirmities; but was 6 Seeing therefore it remaineth in all points b tempted like as we are, that some must enter therein, and yet without c sin. a they to whom it was first preached 16 Let us therefore come boldly entered not in because of b unbelief: unto the throne of a grace, that we 7 Again, he a limiteth a certain day, may obtain mercy, and find grace saying in David, To day, after so to help in time of need. 19 a tg Unbelief. b Ps. 95:7. tg God, Omniscience of. 4 1 a tg God, Glory of; Rest. c tg Hardheartedness. g D&C 6:16. 2 a tg Gospel. 8 a Ex. 17:9; h tg Motivations. b tg Faith. Acts 7:45. 13 a Prov. 5:21. 3 a jst Heb. 4:3 (Appendix). 11 a gr hasten, be eager. 14 a Heb. 9:24. b D&C 19:9. b gr obstinacy, 15 a gr unable to 4 a tg Sabbath. disobedience. sympathize with our 5 a jst Heb. 4:5 And in this tg Unbelief. frailties, imperfections. place again, If they 12 a Alma 31:5; b tg Jesus Christ, harden not their hearts D&C 6:2; 11:2; 12:2; Exemplar; they shall enter into my 14:2; 33:1. Jesus Christ, rest. b gr living. Temptation of; 6 a gr those who formerly c Isa. 49:2; Temptation; Test. were taught the gospel. Rev. 2:12 (12–17). c John 8:46; b gr disobedience, d Hosea 6:5; Heb. 7:26; unbelief, obstinacy. D&C 85:6. D&C 45:4. 7 a gr appoints, decrees, e jst Heb. 4:12 . . . body . . . tg Sin. constitutes. f 1 Cor. 14:25 (24–25). 16 a tg Grace. 1525 Hebrews 5:1–6:1 Chapter 5 8 Though he were a Son, yet a learned he bobedience by the things For a man to hold the priesthood, he which he c suffered; must be called of God as was Aaron— Christ was a priest forever after the 9 And being made a perfect, he be- came the b author of eternal c salva- order of Melchizedek—Jesus Christ is tion unto all them that obey him; the Author of eternal salvation. 10 a Called of God an b high priest For every high priest taken from after the order of Melchisedec. among men is a ordained for men 11 Of whom we have many things in things pertaining to God, that he to say, and a hard to be b uttered, see- may offer both gifts and b sacrifices ing ye are dull of c hearing. for sins: 12 For when for the time ye ought 2 Who can have a compassion on to be teachers, ye have need that the ignorant, and on them that are one teach you again which be the b out of the way; for that he himself first principles of the oracles of God; also is compassed with infirmity. and are become such as have need 3 And by reason hereof he ought, of a milk, and not of strong meat. as for the people, so also for him- 13 For every one that useth amilk is self, to offer for a sins. unskilful in the word of righteous- 4 And no man taketh this a honour ness: for he is a babe. unto himself, but he that is b called 14 But strong meat belongeth to of God, as was cAaron. them that are of full age, even those 5 So also Christ glorified not him- who by reason of use have their self to be made an high priest; but senses exercised to discern both he that said unto him, Thou art my good and evil. a Son, to day have I begotten thee. 6 As he saith also in another place, Chapter 6 Thou art a a priest b for ever after the order of c Melchisedec. Let us go on to perfection—The sons 7 Who in the days of his flesh, when of perdition crucify Christ anew—God he had offered up a prayers and sup- swears with an oath that the faithful plications with b strong crying and will be saved. tears unto him that was able to save Therefore a leaving the principles him from death, and was heard c in of the doctrine of Christ, let us go on that he feared; unto b perfection; not laying again 5 1 a tg Priesthood; c gr because of his piety, b tg High Priest, Priesthood, Ordination. reverence. Melchizedek Priesthood; b tg Sacrifice. 8 a tg Jesus Christ, Jesus Christ, Types of, 2 a tg Compassion. Exemplar. in Anticipation. b gr straying, wandering. b tg Agency; 11 a gr difficult to be 3 a Lev. 4:3. Obedience. explained. 4 a tg Leadership. c tg Jesus Christ, b John 16:12 (12–13). b tg Called of God; Temptation of; c Ezek. 33:31 (30–33); Priesthood, Authority; Pain; Matt. 11:15; Priesthood, Quali- Suffering. 2 Ne. 9:31; fying for. 9 a tg God, Perfection of; D&C 1:14. c Ex. 28:1. Perfection. 12 a 1 Cor. 3:2 (2–3); tg Priesthood, Aaronic. b tg Jesus Christ, D&C 19:22 (21–22); 5 a Heb. 1:5. Authority of. 50:40. 6 a tg Priesthood, c tg Gospel; 13 a 1 Pet. 2:2 (1–3). Melchizedek. Jesus Christ, 6 1 a gr having left behind b D&C 124:130. Atonement through; the beginning of the c tg Priesthood, Jesus Christ, Mission of; doctrine. History of. Salvation; jst Heb. 6:1 . . . not 7 a Matt. 26:39 (39, 42, 44). Salvation, Plan of. leaving . . . b gr mighty, powerful 10 a tg Jesus Christ, b tg Perfection. supplication. Authority of. Hebrews 6:2–20 1526 the foundation of c repentance from to the full assurance of hope unto dead works, and of faith toward God, the end: 2 Of the a doctrine of b baptisms, 12 That ye be not a slothful, but fol- and of c laying on of d hands, and lowers of them who through b faith of resurrection of the dead, and of and c patience inherit the d promises. eternal judgment. 13 For when God made promise to 3 aAnd this will we do, if God Abraham, because he could a swear permit. by no greater, he b sware by himself, 4 For it is impossible for those who 14 Saying, Surely blessing I will were once a enlightened, and have a bless thee, and multiplying I tasted of the heavenly gift, and were will multiply thee. made partakers of the Holy Ghost, 15 And so, after he had patiently 5 And have a tasted the good word a endured, he obtained the promise. of God, and the powers of the bworld 16 For men verily swear by the to come, greater: and an a oath for confirma- 6 If they shall a fall away, to renew tion is to them an end of all b strife. them again unto repentance; seeing 17 Wherein God, willing more they b crucify to themselves the Son abundantly to shew unto the heirs of God afresh, and put him to an of promise the immutability of his open c shame. a counsel, b confirmed it by an c oath: 7 For the earth which drinketh 18 That by two immutable things, in the rain that cometh oft upon in which it was impossible for it, and bringeth forth herbs a meet God to a lie, we might have a strong for them by whom it is b dressed, consolation, who have fled for b ref- receiveth blessing from God: uge to lay hold upon the c hope set 8 But that which beareth thorns before us: and briers is rejected, and is nigh 19 Which hope we have as an a an- unto a cursing; whose end is to be chor of the soul, both sure and burned. steadfast, and which entereth into 9 But, beloved, we are persuaded that within the b veil; better things of you, and things 20 Whither the forerunner is for us that accompany salvation, though entered, even Jesus, made an a high we thus speak. priest for ever after the order of 10 For God is not a unrighteous to Melchisedec. forget your work and b labour of c love, which ye have shewed toward Chapter 7 his d name, in that ye have minis- tered to the saints, and do minister. The Melchizedek Priesthood brings ex- 11 And we desire that every one altation and administers the gospel—It of you do shew the same a diligence is received with an oath and covenant 1 c tg Repent. c tg Shame. Amos 6:8. 2 a D&C 68:25. 7 a gr suitable, fit, proper. 14 a tg Abrahamic b tg Baptism, Essential. b gr cultivated, tilled. Covenant. c D&C 107:67. 8 a D&C 104:3. 15 a tg Perseverance. d tg Hands, Laying on of. 10 a tg God, Perfection of. 16 a tg Oath. 3 a jst Heb. 6:3–10 b 1 Thes. 1:3. b tg Strife. (Appendix). c Col. 1:4. 17 a gr design, purpose. 4 a 2 Pet. 2:20. d tg Name. tg Counselor. 5 a 1 Pet. 2:3 (1–3). 11 a tg Dependability; b tg Vow. b tg World. Diligence. c tg Covenants. 6 a tg Apostasy of 12 a tg Idleness; Laziness. 18 a tg God, Perfection of. Individuals; b Heb. 10:22 (22–24). b tg Refuge. Holy Ghost, Loss of; Sin. c tg Patience. c tg Hope. b tg Holy Ghost, d tg Promise. 19 a Ether 12:4. Unpardonable Sin 13 a gr promise, confirm by b tg Veil. against; Jesus Christ, an oath. 20 a tg High Priest, Crucifixion of. b Jer. 44:26; Melchizedek Priesthood. 1527 Hebrews 7:1–21 —The superiority of the Melchizedek 10 For he was yet in the loins of his Priesthood over the Aaronic Priesthood father, when Melchisedec met him. is explained—Salvation comes through 11 If therefore a perfection were by the intercession of Christ. the bLevitical priesthood, (for under it the people received the law,) what For this Melchisedec, king of Salem, further need was there that another a priest of the most high God, who priest should rise after the order of met Abraham returning from the Melchisedec, and not be called after slaughter of the kings, and blessed the order of Aaron? him; 12 For the a priesthood being 2 To whom also Abraham gave a changed, there is made of neces- a tenth part of all; first being by in- sity a change also of the law. terpretation King of b righteousness, 13 For he of whom these things are and after that also King of c Salem, spoken pertaineth to another tribe, which is, King of peace; of which no man gave attendance 3 aWithout father, without mother, at the altar. without descent, having neither 14 For it is evident that our Lord b beginning of days, nor end of life; sprang out of aJuda; of which tribe but made like unto the Son of God; Moses spake nothing concerning abideth a c priest continually. priesthood. 4 Now consider how great this man 15 And it is yet far more evident: was, unto whom even the a patri- for that after the similitude of arch Abraham gave the tenth of the Melchisedec there ariseth another spoils. priest, 5 And verily they that are of the 16 Who is made, not after the law sons of aLevi, who receive the boffice of a acarnal commandment, but after of the priesthood, have a command- the power of an endless life. ment to take tithes of the people ac- 17 For he testifieth, Thou art a cording to the law, that is, of their priest for ever after the order of brethren, though they come out of a Melchisedec. the loins of Abraham: 18 For there is verily a disannulling 6 But he whose descent is not of the commandment going before counted from them received tithes for the a weakness and unprofitable- of Abraham, and blessed him that ness thereof. had the promises. 19 a For the law made nothing 7 And without all contradiction b perfect, but the bringing in of a the less is blessed of the better. c better hope did; by the which we 8 And here men that die receive draw nigh unto God. tithes; but there he receiveth them, 20 And inasmuch as not without of whom it is witnessed that he an a oath he was made priest: liveth. 21 (For those a priests were made 9 And as I may so say, Levi also, without an oath; but this with an who receiveth tithes, payed tithes b oath by him that said unto him, in Abraham. The Lord sware and will not repent, 7 1 a tg Priesthood, Priesthood. 17 a Ps. 110:4. Melchizedek. bd Priests. 18 a Rom. 8:3. 2 a tg Tithing. b tg Priesthood, Aaronic. 19 a jst Heb. 7:19–21 b tg Righteousness. 11 a Heb. 8:7. (Appendix). c tg Jerusalem. tg Perfection. b Heb. 9:9. 3 a jst Heb. 7:3 (Appendix). b tg Priesthood, Aaronic. c Heb. 12:24. b D&C 84:17. 12 a tg Priesthood, 20 a tg Oath; c tg Jesus Christ, History of. Priesthood, Oath and Authority of. 14 a Isa. 11:1; Micah 5:2. Covenant. 4 a tg Family, Patriarchal; tg Israel, Judah, 21 a tg Priesthood, Aaronic. Patriarch. People of. b tg Priesthood, Oath and 5 a tg Priest, Aaronic 16 a Heb. 9:10. Covenant. Hebrews 7:22–8:9 1528 Thou art a priest for ever after the the right hand of the throne of the order of Melchisedec:) Majesty in the heavens; 22 By so much was Jesus made a 2 A minister of the sanctuary, and surety of a better a testament. of the a true b tabernacle, which the 23 And they truly were many Lord pitched, and not man. priests, because they were not suf- 3 For every high priest is ordained fered to continue by reason of death: to offer gifts and sacrifices: where- 24 But this man, because he con- fore it is of necessity that this man tinueth ever, hath an unchangeable have somewhat also to a offer. a priesthood. 4 a For if he were on earth, he 25 Wherefore he is able also to save should not be a priest, seeing that them a to the uttermost that b come there are b priests that offer gifts unto God by him, seeing he ever liv- according to the law: eth to make c intercession for them. 5 Who serve unto the example and 26 aFor such an bhigh priest became a shadow of heavenly things, as Mo- us, who is holy, harmless, undefiled, ses was admonished of God when he c separate from d sinners, and made was about to make the b tabernacle: e higher than the f heavens; for, See, saith he, that thou make 27 Who needeth not adaily, as those all things according to the c pattern high priests, to offer up b sacrifice, shewed to thee in the mount. first for his own sins, and then for 6 But now hath he obtained a more the people’s: for this he did c once, excellent ministry, by how much when he d offered up himself. also he is the a mediator of a better 28 For the law maketh men high b covenant, which was established priests which have infirmity; but upon better c promises. the word of the a oath, which was 7 For if that first covenant had been since the law, maketh the b Son, who a faultless, then should no place have is c consecrated for evermore. been sought for the second. 8 For finding fault with them, he Chapter 8 saith, Behold, the days come, saith Christ offered Himself as a sacrifice the Lord, when I will make a new for sin—God promised to make a new covenant with the house of Israel covenant with Israel. and with the house of aJudah: 9 Not according to the a covenant Now of the things which we have that I made with their fathers in spoken this is the sum: We have the day when I took them by the such an a high priest, who is set on hand to lead them out of the land 22 a Heb. 8:6. d tg Jesus Christ, offer gifts, or sacrifices, 24 a tg Jesus Christ, Atonement through; according to the law. Authority of; Priesthood. Jesus Christ, Redeemer. b tg Priest, Aaronic 25 a gr perfectly. 28 a tg Oath. Priesthood. b Isa. 55:3; Heb. 11:6. b tg Jesus Christ, Divine bd Priests. c Isa. 59:16; Rom. 8:34. Sonship. 5 a tg Jesus Christ, Types 26 a jst Heb. 7:25–26 c gr perfected. of, in Anticipation. (Appendix). 8 1 a tg High Priest, Melchi- b Ex. 35:11. b tg High Priest, zedek Priesthood; Jesus c Acts 7:44. Melchizedek Priesthood. Christ, Authority of. 6 a tg Jesus Christ, Atone- c Lev. 3:6. 2 a Heb. 9:24. ment through; Jesus tg Separation. b Ex. 40:2; Christ, Authority of. d Heb. 4:15; D&C 45:4. Heb. 9:11 (11–24). b Heb. 7:22. e tg Priesthood, Magnify- 3 a Eph. 5:2. tg Covenants; ing Callings within. 4 a jst Heb. 8:4 Therefore Priesthood, Melchizedek. f Eph. 1:20. while he was on the earth, c tg Promise. 27 a Heb. 10:11. he offered for a sacrifice his 7 a Heb. 7:11 (11–16). b tg Sacrifice. own life for the sins of 8 a tg Israel, Judah, c Rom. 6:10; the people. Now every priest People of. Heb. 10:10. under the law, must needs 9 a tg Law of Moses. 1529 Hebrews 8:10–9:12 of Egypt; because they continued 4 Which had the golden censer, not in my covenant, and I regarded and the a ark of the covenant over- them not, saith the Lord. laid round about with gold, wherein 10 For this is the covenant that I was the golden bpot that had manna, will make with the house of Israel and cAaron’s rod that budded, and after those days, saith the Lord; I the d tables of the covenant; will put my a laws into their b mind, 5 And over it the a cherubims of and write them in their c hearts: and glory shadowing the b mercyseat; I will be to them a God, and they of which we cannot now speak par- shall be to me a people: ticularly. 11 And they shall not teach every 6 Now when these things were thus man his neighbour, and every man a ordained, the b priests went always his brother, saying, Know the Lord: into the first tabernacle, accomplish- for all shall know me, from the least ing the service of God. to the greatest. 7 But into the second went the ahigh 12 For I will be merciful to their priest alone b once every year, not a unrighteousness, and their sins without blood, which he offered and their iniquities will I b remem- for himself, and for the errors of ber no more. the people: 13 In that he saith, A anew covenant, 8 The Holy Ghost this signifying, he hath made the first old. Now that that the way into the holiest of all which decayeth and waxeth b old is was not yet made manifest, while as ready to c vanish away. the first tabernacle was yet standing: 9 Which was a a figure for the time Chapter 9 then present, in which were offered The Mosaic ordinances prefigured both gifts and sacrifices, that could Christ’s ministry—Christ is the Medi- not make him that did the service ator of the new covenant. b perfect, as pertaining to the con- science; Then verily the first a covenant had 10 Which stood only in meats and also b ordinances of divine c service, drinks, and divers a washings, and and a worldly sanctuary. b carnal c ordinances, d imposed on 2 For there was a a tabernacle them until the time of reformation. made; the first, wherein was the 11 But Christ being come an a high b candlestick, and the c table, and priest of good things to come, by a the d shewbread; which is called the greater and more perfect b taberna- sanctuary. cle, not made with hands, that is to 3 And after the second a veil, the say, not of this building; tabernacle which is called the b Ho- 12 Neither by the blood of goats liest of all; and calves, but by his own ablood he 10 a tg God, Law of. b Ex. 25:31 (31–39); 26:35. 7 a Heb. 9:25; 10:3. b tg Mind. c Ex. 25:23 (23–29); b Ex. 30:10. c Jer. 31:33; 2 Cor. 3:3. Lev. 24:6. 9 a gr similitude, type, 12 a D&C 38:14. d Ex. 25:30. parable. b tg Forgive. 3 a tg Jesus Christ, Types tg Jesus Christ, Types 13 a Heb. 9:15; of, in Anticipation; Veil. of, in Anticipation. 3 Ne. 12:47 (46–47); b gr Holy of holies. b Heb. 7:19. 15:3 (2–10); 4 a tg Ark of the Covenant. 10 a tg Wash. Ether 13:9. b Ex. 16:33 (33–34). b Heb. 7:16. tg New and Everlasting c Num. 17:10. c tg Ordinance. Covenant. d Ex. 25:16 (16, 20, 40). d Mosiah 13:29 (27–32). b 2 Cor. 5:17. 5 a tg Cherubim. 11 a tg High Priest, Melchi- c 3 Ne. 12:46 (19, 46). b Ex. 25:17. zedek Priesthood. 9 1 a tg Law of Moses. 6 a gr prepared, built. b Mark 14:58; b tg Ordinance. b tg Priest, Aaronic Heb. 8:2. c tg Service. Priesthood. 12 a Acts 20:28; 2 a Ex. 26:1 (1–37); 39:33. bd Priests. Heb. 10:10. Hebrews 9:13–28 1530 entered in once into the b holy place, 20 Saying, This is the blood of the having obtained eternal c redemp- testament which God hath enjoined tion for us. unto you. 13 For if the a blood of bulls and 21 Moreover he sprinkled with of goats, and the ashes of an heifer blood both the tabernacle, and all sprinkling the unclean, sanctifieth the vessels of the ministry. to the b purifying of the flesh: 22 And almost all things are by the 14 How much more shall the ablood law purged with blood; and without of Christ, who through the eternal a shedding of blood is no b remission. Spirit offered himself bwithout cspot 23 It was therefore necessary that to God, d purge your e conscience the a patterns of things in the heav- from dead works to serve the living ens should be purified with these; God? but the heavenly things themselves 15 And for this cause he is the with better sacrifices than these. a mediator of the b new c testament, 24 For Christ is not entered into that by means of d death, for the re- the holy places made with hands, demption of the e transgressions that which are the figures of the a true; were under the first f testament, they but into b heaven itself, now to ap- which are called might receive the pear in the c presence of God for us: g promise of eternal h inheritance. 25 Nor yet that he should offer 16 For where a a testament is, there himself often, as the a high priest must also of necessity be the b death entereth into the holy place every of the c testator. year with blood of others; 17 For a a testament is of force af- 26 For then must he often have ter men are dead: b otherwise it is suffered since the foundation of the of no strength at all while the tes- world: but now once a in the b end of tator liveth. the world hath he appeared to put 18 Whereupon neither the first tes- away sin by the csacrifice of himself. tament was dedicated without blood. 27 And as it is appointed unto 19 For when Moses had a spoken men once to die, but after this the every precept to all the people judgment: according to the law, he took the 28 So Christ was once a offered to b blood of calves and of goats, with b bear the c sins of many; and unto water, and scarlet wool, and hyssop, them that look for him shall he d ap- and c sprinkled both the book, and pear the second time without sin all the people, unto salvation. 12 b Lev. 16:2 (2–4); e tg Transgress. 22 a tg Blood, Symbolism of. Heb. 10:19. f jst Heb. 9:15 . . . b tg Remission of Sins. c D&C 138:23 (18–23). covenant . . . 23 a tg Symbolism. tg Jesus Christ, Re- g Heb. 10:36. 24 a Heb. 8:2. deemer; Redemption. h D&C 137:7 (7–10). b Heb. 4:14. 13 a Lev. 4:5. tg Inheritance. c tg Jesus Christ, b tg Purification. 16 a jst Heb. 9:16 . . . Atonement through. 14 a tg Blood, Symbolism of. covenant . . . 25 a Heb. 9:7. b gr blameless. b Ex. 24:8 (3–8); 26 a jst Heb. 9:26 . . . in the c Lev. 1:3; 22:20. Matt. 26:28 (26–28). meridian of time hath d tg Purification. tg Martyrdom. he . . . e tg Conscience. c jst Heb. 9:16 . . . victim. b gr consummation of 15 a tg Jesus Christ, (Note: jst uses “victim” the ages. Authority of; in place of “testator” c tg Self-Sacrifice. Jesus Christ, Mission of. also in v. 17.) 28 a tg Jesus Christ, b Heb. 8:13. 1 Tim. 2:5–6; Atonement through; c jst Heb. 9:15 . . . covenant D&C 135:5. Jesus Christ, Redeemer; . . . (Note: jst uses 17 a tg Witness. Remission of Sins. “covenant” in place of b gr since. b D&C 76:41. “testament” in every 19 a Ex. 24:7. c Rom. 6:10. instance in vv. 15–18, 20.) b Ex. 24:6. d 2 Pet. 3:12; d tg Jesus Christ, Death of. c Ex. 24:8. Rev. 1:7. 1531 Hebrews 10:1–22 Chapter 10 10 By the which will we are a sanc- tified through the b offering c of the We are sanctified by the shedding of the blood of Christ—The superiority of d body of Jesus Christ e once for all. His sacrifice is explained—Those who 11 And every priest standeth adaily ministering and offering oftentimes fall from grace through willful sin are the same sacrifices, which can never damned—The just will live by faith. take away b sins: For the a law having a b shadow of 12 But this man, after he had good things to come, and not the very off­ered one a sacrifice for sins for image of the things, can never with ever, sat down on the right hand of those sacrifices which they offered God; c year by year continually make the 13 aFrom henceforth expecting till comers thereunto perfect. his enemies be made his footstool. 2 For then would they not have 14 For by one offering he hath ceased to be offered? because that perfected for ever them that are the worshippers once apurged should sanctified. have had no more b conscience of 15 Whereof the a Holy Ghost also sins. is a b witness to us: for after that he 3 But in those a sacrifices there is a had said before, b remembrance again made of sins 16 This is the a covenant that I will every year. make with them after those days, 4 For it is not possible that the saith the Lord, I will put my laws blood of bulls and of goats should into their hearts, and in their bminds take away sins. will I write them; 5 Wherefore when he cometh into 17 And their sins and iniquities the world, he saith, Sacrifice and will I remember no more. offering thou wouldest not, but a 18 Now where a remission of these body hast thou prepared me: is, there is no more offering for sin. 6 In burnt offerings and a sacrifices 19 Having therefore, brethren, for sin thou hast had no pleasure. a boldness to enter into the b holiest 7 Then said I, Lo, I come (in the by the blood of Jesus, volume of the book it is written of 20 By a new and living way, which me,) to do thy will, O God. he hath consecrated for us, through 8 Above when he said, Sacrifice the a veil, that is to say, his flesh; and offering and burnt offerings 21 And having an a high priest over and offering for sin thou wouldest the house of God; not, neither hadst pleasure therein; 22 Let us a draw b near with a true which are offered by the law; heart in full assurance of c faith, 9 Then said he, Lo, I come to do thy having our hearts d sprinkled from will, O God. He taketh away the first, an evil e conscience, and our bodies that he may establish the second. washed with pure water. 10 1 a Mosiah 3:15 (14–15); of, in Anticipation. Rom. 11:27; 13:28 (28–32). c jst Heb. 10:10 . . . once of D&C 49:9 (5–9). b tg Jesus Christ, Types the body of Jesus Christ. b Jer. 31:31–33. of, in Anticipation; d John 6:51; Heb. 9:12. 18 a tg Remission of Sins. Symbolism. e Rom. 6:10. 19 a gr license, authority. c jst Heb. 10:1 . . . 11 a Heb. 7:27. b Lev. 16:2 (2–4); continually year by year b Lev. 4:20 (20, 26). Heb. 9:12. make . . . 12 a tg Sacrifice; 20 a tg Veil. 2 a tg Remission of Sins. Self-Sacrifice. 21 a tg High Priest, b tg Peace of God. 13 a jst Heb. 10:13 From Melchizedek Priesthood. 3 a tg Sacrifice. henceforth to reign until 22 a tg God, Presence of. b Lev. 16:21; Heb. 9:7. his enemies . . . b tg God, Access to. 6 a 1 Sam. 15:22; 15 a Heb. 3:7. c Heb. 6:12 (10–12); Micah 6:7. b tg Holy Ghost, Mission 1 Pet. 1:5 (3–8). 10 a tg Sanctification. of; Witness. d gr purified. b tg Jesus Christ, Types 16 a Isa. 59:21 (20–21); e tg Conscience. Hebrews 10:23–11:3 1532 23 Let us hold fast the a profession gazingstock both by reproaches and of our b faith without wavering; (for afflictions; and partly, whilst ye he is faithful that promised;) became companions of them that 24 And let us a consider one an- were so used. other to b provoke unto love and to 34 For ye had compassion of me good works: in my bonds, and took a joyfully the 25 Not forsaking the a assembling spoiling of your goods, knowing in of ourselves together, as the man- yourselves that ye have in heaven a ner of some is; but exhorting one better and an enduring b substance. another: and so much the more, as 35 Cast not away therefore your ye see the day approaching. confidence, which hath great rec- 26 For if we asin bwilfully after that ompence of reward. we have received the knowledge of 36 For ye have need of a patience, the truth, there remaineth no more that, after ye have done the b will of sacrifice for sins, God, ye might receive the c promise. 27 But a certain fearful looking for 37 For yet a little while, and he of judgment and fiery a indignation, that shall come will come, and will which shall devour the adversaries. not tarry. 28 He that a despised Moses’ law 38 Now the just shall live by faith: died without mercy under two or but if any man a draw back, my soul three witnesses: shall have no pleasure in him. 29 Of how much sorer apunishment, 39 But we are not of them who suppose ye, shall he be thought wor- a draw back unto b perdition; but of thy, who hath trodden under foot them that believe to the saving of the Son of God, and hath counted the soul. the blood of the covenant, where- with he was sanctified, an unholy Chapter 11 thing, and hath done b despite unto the Spirit of grace? By faith we understand the word and 30 For we know him that hath work of God—The faith of the ancients said, a Vengeance belongeth unto me, was centered in Christ—By faith, men I will b recompense, saith the Lord. subdued kingdoms, wrought righteous- And again, The Lord shall c judge ness, and worked miracles. his people. Now a faith is the b substance of 31 It is a fearful thing to fall into things c hoped for, the d evidence the hands of the living God. of things not seen. 32 But call to remembrance the 2 For by it the elders a obtained a former days, in which, after ye were good b report. illuminated, ye endured a great 3 Through faith we understand a fight of afflictions; that the worlds were a framed by the 33 Partly, whilst ye were made a b word of God, so that things which 23 a 1 Tim. 6:12 (12–13). 30 a tg Retribution. Sons of Perdition. b gr hope. b tg God, Justice of. 11 1 a tg Faith. 24 a gr understand. c tg Jesus Christ, Judge. b gr assurance, basis, b tg Provoking. 32 a Heb. 12:4. foundation. 25 a tg Assembly for 34 a tg Joy. jst Heb. 11:1 . . . Worship; b Matt. 6:20. assurance of things Meetings. 36 a tg Patience. hoped for . . . 26 a tg Apostasy of b tg God, Will of. c tg Hope. Individuals; c Heb. 9:15; d gr proof. Sin. 1 Pet. 1:9 (1–16). 2 a gr received witness, b tg Holy Ghost, Unpar- 38 a tg Apostasy of testimony. donable Sin against. Individuals. b Heb. 11:39. 27 a tg God, Indignation of. 39 a 2 Pet. 2:21 (20–21). 3 a tg Creation. 28 a gr rejected, violated. b gr ruin, destruction. b tg Jesus Christ, 29 a Heb. 2:3. tg Death, Spiritual, Creator. b gr insult. Second; 1533 Hebrews 11:4–21 are seen were not made of things received strength to conceive seed, which do appear. and was delivered of a child when 4 By faith aAbel offered unto God a she was past age, because she judged more excellent b sacrifice than Cain, him faithful who had promised. by which he obtained witness that 12 Therefore sprang there even he was righteous, God testifying of of one, and him as good as dead, so his gifts: and by it he being dead many as the stars of the sky in a mul- yet speaketh. titude, and as the sand which is by 5 By faith a Enoch was b translated the sea shore innumerable. that he should not see death; and 13 These all died in faith, not was not found, because God had having received the a promises, but translated him: for before his trans- having seen them afar off, and were lation he had this c testimony, that persuaded of them, and embraced he pleased God. them, and confessed that they were 6 But without afaith it is impossible b strangers and pilgrims on the earth. to please him: for he that b cometh 14 For they that say such things to God must believe that he is, and declare plainly that they seek a that he is a c rewarder of them that a country. d diligently e seek him. 15 And truly, if they had been 7 By faith a Noah, being b warned mindful of that country from whence of God of things not seen as yet, they came out, they might have had c moved with fear, prepared an ark opportunity to have returned. to the saving of his house; by the 16 But now they desire a better which he condemned the world, and a country, that is, an heavenly: where- became heir of the d righteousness fore God is not ashamed to be called which is by faith. their God: for he hath prepared for 8 By faith aAbraham, when he was them a city. called to go out into a place which 17 By a faith Abraham, when he he should after receive for an b in- was b tried, c offered up Isaac: and heritance, c obeyed; and he went he that had received the d promises out, not d knowing whither he went. offered up his only begotten son, 9 By faith he a sojourned in the 18 Of whom it was said, That in b land of c promise, as in a strange a Isaac shall thy b seed be called: country, dwelling in d tabernacles 19 aAccounting that God was able with Isaac and Jacob, the heirs with to raise him up, even from the dead; him of the same promise: from whence also he received him 10 For he looked for a a city which in a figure. hath foundations, whose builder 20 By faith Isaac a blessed Jacob and maker is God. and Esau concerning things to come. 11 Through faith also Sara herself 21 By faith a Jacob, when he was 4 a Gen. 4:4. b tg Warn. 13 a Matt. 13:17; b tg Sacrifice. c gr being cautious, 1 Pet. 1:10 (10–11). 5 a Jude 1:14 (14–16). reverent. b tg Stranger. b tg Translated Beings; d tg Righteousness. 14 a gr homeland, native Zion. 8 a Gen. 12:1. place. c tg Testimony. b tg Lands of Inheritance. 16 a D&C 45:12 (12–14). 6 a tg Faith. c tg Obedience. 17 a James 2:21 (21–23). b Heb. 7:25. d 2 Chr. 20:12; b tg Test. c tg Reward. 1 Ne. 4:6. c tg Sacrifice. d tg Diligence. 9 a Gen. 26:3. d tg Promise. e Ps. 34:4 (4, 6, 10); b tg Israel, Land of; 18 a tg Seed of Abraham. Lam. 3:25; Promised Lands. b tg Abrahamic Covenant. Alma 37:37 (36–37). c D&C 38:18. 19 a gr Considering. 7 a Gen. 6:22; 8:1; d Gen. 25:27. 20 a Gen. 27:27. 1 Pet. 3:20 (20–21); 10 a D&C 76:66. 21 a Gen. 48:2 (1–2, 5, 16). 2 Pet. 2:5. 12 a tg Seed of Abraham. Hebrews 11:22–40 1534 a dying, blessed both the sons of not, when she had received the spies Joseph; and worshipped, leaning with peace. upon the top of his staff. 32 And what shall I more say ? 22 By faith aJoseph, when he died, for the time would fail me to tell made mention of the departing of of Gedeon, and of a Barak, and of the children of Israel; and gave Samson, and of b Jephthae; of Da- commandment concerning his vid also, and Samuel, and of the bones. prophets: 23 By faith a Moses, when he was 33 Who through faith subdued born, was hid three months of his kingdoms, wrought righteousness, parents, because they saw he was a obtained a promises, stopped the b proper child; and they were not mouths of b lions, afraid of the king’s commandment. 34 Quenched the violence of a fire, 24 By faith Moses, when he was escaped the edge of the sword, out of come to years, refused to be called weakness were made bstrong, waxed the a son of Pharaoh’s daughter; valiant in fight, turned to flight the 25 Choosing rather to a suffer af- armies of the aliens. fliction with the b people of God, 35 Women received their dead than to enjoy the pleasures of sin raised to life again: and others were for a season; tortured, not accepting adeliverance; 26 Esteeming the a reproach of that they might obtain b a better Christ greater b riches than the trea- resurrection: sures in Egypt: for he had respect 36 And others had trial of a cruel unto the recompence of the reward. b mockings and scourgings, yea, more- 27 By faith he forsook Egypt, not over of bonds and imprisonment: fearing the wrath of the king: for 37 They were a stoned, they were he endured, as seeing him who is sawn asunder, were tempted, were invisible. slain with the sword: they wan- 28 Through faith he kept the apass- dered about in sheepskins and over, and the sprinkling of b blood, goatskins; being destitute, afflicted, lest he that destroyed the firstborn tormented; should touch them. 38 (Of whom the world was not 29 By faith they passed through worthy:) they wandered in deserts, the a Red sea as by dry land: which and in mountains, and in dens and the Egyptians assaying to do were caves of the earth. drowned. 39 And these all, having obtained 30 By faith the awalls of Jericho fell a a good b report through faith, re- down, after they were compassed ceived not the promise: about seven days. 40 a God having b provided some 31 By a faith the harlot b Rahab per- better thing for us, that they with- ished not with c them that believed out us should not be made c perfect. 22 a tg Israel, Joseph, b Josh. 2:1. b tg Mocking; People of. c gr those who Persecution. 23 a Ex. 2:2. were unbelieving, 37 a tg Martyrdom; b gr handsome. disobedient. Prophets, Rejection of. 24 a Ex. 2:10. 32 a Judg. 4:6 (1–24). 39 a gr testimony, witness. 25 a tg Suffering. b Judg. 11:6. b Heb. 11:2. b Ex. 2:11 (11–15); 33 a tg Promise. 40 a jst Heb. 11:40 God Acts 7:23 (22–36). b Dan. 6:22. having provided some 26 a tg Reproach. 34 a Dan. 3:27. better things for them b tg Treasure. b Joel 3:10; through their sufferings, 28 a Ex. 12:28 (21–28). Ether 12:27. for without sufferings b Ex. 12:22 (21–22). 35 a tg Deliver. they could not be made 29 a tg Israel, Deliverance of. b jst Heb. 11:35 . . . the perfect. 30 a Josh. 6:20. first resurrection; b gr provided beforehand. 31 a James 2:25. 36 a tg Cruelty. c tg Perfection. 1535 Hebrews 12:1–17 Chapter 12 9 Furthermore we have had afathers of our flesh which b corrected us, Whom the Lord loves He chastens—God and we gave them c reverence: shall is the Father of spirits—To see God, fol- low peace and holiness—Exalted Saints we not much rather be in d subjec- tion unto the e Father of f spirits, belong to the Church of the Firstborn. and live? Wherefore seeing we also are com- 10 For they verily for a few days passed about with so great a cloud chastened us after their own plea- of witnesses, let us lay aside every sure; but he for our profit, that we weight, and the a sin which doth might be partakers of his a holiness. so easily b beset us, and let us run 11 Now no chastening for the with c patience the race that is set present seemeth to be joyous, but before us, grievous: nevertheless afterward 2 Looking unto Jesus the a author it yieldeth the a peaceable fruit of and b finisher of our faith; who for righteousness unto them which are the joy that was set before him b exercised thereby. c endured the cross, despising the 12 Wherefore lift up the hands d shame, and is set down at the right which hang down, and the a feeble hand of the e throne of God. knees; 3 For consider him that endured 13 And make straight paths for such a contradiction of sinners your feet, lest that which is lame against himself, lest ye be wearied be turned out of the way; but let it and faint in your minds. rather be a healed. 4 Ye have not yet resisted unto 14 Follow a peace with all men, and blood, a striving against sin. b holiness, without which no man 5 And ye have forgotten the exhor- shall c see the Lord: tation which speaketh unto you as 15 Looking diligently lest any unto children, My son, despise not man a fail of the b grace of God; lest thou the chastening of the Lord, nor any root of bitterness springing up faint when thou art rebuked of him: trouble you, and thereby many be 6 For whom the Lord loveth he defiled; a chasteneth, and scourgeth every 16 Lest there be any fornicator, or son whom he receiveth. profane person, as Esau, who for one 7 If ye a endure b chastening, God morsel of meat sold his a birthright. dealeth with you as with c sons; for 17 For ye know how that after- what son is he whom the father ward, when he would have inher­ chasteneth not? ited the blessing, he was rejected: 8 But if ye be without chastisement, for he found no place of repentance, whereof all are partakers, then are though he sought it carefully with ye bastards, and not sons. a tears. 12 1 a tg Sin. 7 a tg Steadfastness. Spirit Child of Heavenly b Rom. 7:21 (15–25); b gr correction, Father; Spirit Body; 2 Ne. 4:18 (17–19). instruction. Spirit Creation. c tg Patience; tg Teachable. 10 a tg Holiness. Perseverance. c tg Sons and Daughters 11 a tg Peace. 2 a tg Jesus Christ, of God. b gr trained, disciplined. Authority of; 9 a tg Marriage, Fatherhood. 12 a Isa. 35:3. Jesus Christ, Messiah. b tg Family, Love within. 13 a Gal. 6:1. b gr one who completes, c tg Reverence. 14 a tg Peace of God. perfects. d tg Agency; b 1 Thes. 4:3. c 1 Pet. 1:11. Submissiveness. c tg God, Privilege of d tg Shame. e tg God the Father, Seeing. e Heb. 1:3. Elohim; Man, Potential 15 a gr want, fall short of, 3 a gr rebellion, opposition. to Become like Heavenly lack. 4 a Heb. 10:32 (32–34). Father. b tg Grace. 6 a tg Chastening; f tg Man, Antemortal 16 a tg Birthright. Persecution. Existence of; Man, a 17 a Gen. 27:38 (34–38). Hebrews 12:18–13:7 1536 18 For ye are not come unto the nifieth the removing of those things a mount that might be touched, that are shaken, as of things that are and that burned with fire, nor made, that those things which can- unto blackness, and darkness, and not be shaken may remain. tempest, 28 Wherefore we receiving a king- 19 And the sound of a trumpet, dom which cannot be moved, let us and the voice of words; which a voice have grace, whereby we may serve they that heard entreated that the God acceptably with areverence and word should not be spoken to them godly b fear: any more: 29 For our God is a consuming fire. 20 (For they could not endure that which was commanded, And if so Chapter 13 much as a beast touch the mountain, it shall be stoned, or thrust through Marriage is honorable—Christ is the with a dart: same everlastingly—Paul explains 21 And so terrible was the sight, how the Saints are to offer acceptable that Moses said, I exceedingly fear sacrifices. and quake:) Let a brotherly b love continue. 22 But ye are come unto mount 2 Be not forgetful to a entertain a Sion, and unto the city of the living b strangers: for thereby some have God, the heavenly Jerusalem, and to entertained c angels d unawares. an innumerable company of bangels, 3 Remember them that are in 23 To the general assembly and a bonds, as bound with them; and church of the a firstborn, which are them which b suffer adversity, as b written in heaven, and to God the being yourselves also in the body. c Judge of all, and to the d spirits of 4 a Marriage is honourable in all, e just men made perfect, and the bed undefiled: but b whore- 24 And to Jesus the amediator of the mongers and c adulterers God will b new c covenant, and to the d blood d judge. of sprinkling, that speaketh e better 5 Let your conversation be without things than that of Abel. a covetousness; and be b content with 25 See that ye refuse not him that such things as ye have: for he hath speaketh. For if they a escaped not said, I will never leave thee, nor who refused him that spake on earth, c forsake thee. much more shall not we escape, if we 6 So that we may boldly say, The turn away from him that speaketh Lord is my helper, and I will not from heaven: fear what man shall do unto me. 26 Whose voice then shook the 7 Remember them which have the earth: but now he hath promised, rule over you, who have spoken unto saying, Yet once more I a shake not you the word of God: whose faith the earth only, but also heaven. follow, considering the end of their 27 And this word, Yet once more, sig- conversation. 18 a Ex. 19:12 (12, 16, 18). b tg New and b tg Stranger. 19 a Ex. 20:19. Everlasting Covenant. c tg Angels; Translated 22 a tg Zion. c tg Covenants. Beings. b tg Angels. d Lev. 1:5; d Luke 24:16 (13–16, 28). 23 a tg Firstborn; 1 Pet. 1:2. 3 a Matt. 25:36; Jesus Christ, Firstborn. e Heb. 7:19. Col. 4:18. b Luke 10:20; 25 a Heb. 2:3. b tg Compassion. D&C 128:6 (6–7). 26 a tg Last Days. 4 a tg Marriage, Marry; c tg Jesus Christ, Judge; 28 a tg Reverence. Marriage, Temporal. Judgment. b Eccl. 3:14; b tg Whore. d tg Spirits, Mosiah 4:1. c tg Adulterer. Disembodied. 13 1 a tg Brotherhood and d tg Jesus Christ, Judge. e Ezek. 18:5 (5–9); Sisterhood. 5 a tg Covet. D&C 76:69 (66–69). b tg Benevolence; Love. b tg Contentment. 24 a 1 Tim. 2:5. 2 a tg Hospitality. c Josh. 1:5; 1 Kgs. 6:13. 1537 Hebrews 13:8–25 8 Jesus Christ the a same yesterday, they watch for your souls, as they and to day, and for ever. that must give account, that they 9 Be not acarried about with divers may do it with joy, and not with and strange b doctrines. For it is a grief: for that is unprofitable for you. good thing that the heart be estab- 18 Pray for us: for we trust we have lished with grace; not with meats, a good a conscience, in all things which have not profited them that willing to live b honestly. have been occupied therein. 19 But I beseech you the rather to 10 We have an altar, whereof they do this, that I may be restored to have no right to eat which serve the you the sooner. tabernacle. 20 Now the God of peace, that 11 For the bodies of those beasts, brought again from the dead our whose blood is brought into the Lord Jesus, that great a shepherd of sanctuary by the high priest for the sheep, through the blood of the sin, are burned without the camp. b everlasting c covenant, 12 Wherefore Jesus also, that he 21 Make you perfect in every good might a sanctify the people with a work to do his bwill, working in you his own b blood, c suffered d without that which is wellpleasing in his the gate. sight, through Jesus Christ; to whom 13 Let us go forth therefore unto be glory for ever and ever. Amen. him without the camp, bearing his 22 And I beseech you, brethren, a reproach. suffer the word of exhortation: for 14 For here have we no continu- I have written a letter unto you in ing city, but we seek one to come. few words. 15 By him therefore let us offer 23 Know ye that our brother Timo­ the a sacrifice of praise to God con- thy is set at liberty; with whom, if tinually, that is, the b fruit of our lips he come shortly, I will see you. giving thanks to his name. 24 Salute all them that have the 16 But to do good and to a com- rule over you, and all the saints. municate forget not: for with such They of Italy salute you. b sacrifices God is well pleased. 25 Grace be with you all. Amen. 17 a Obey them that have the rule ¶ Written to the Hebrews from Italy by over you, and bsubmit yourselves: for Timothy. 8 a tg God, Eternal 13 a tg Reproach. 20 a tg Jesus Christ, Good Nature of. 15 a Ps. 119:108. Shepherd; 9 a 2 Cor. 11:3; b Isa. 57:19. Shepherd. Col. 2:8. 16 a tg Communication. b tg New and Everlasting b Eph. 4:14. b 2 Cor. 9:12 (7–12). Covenant. 12 a tg Sanctification. 17 a tg Sustaining Church c tg Covenants. b tg Blood, Symbolism of. Leaders. 21 a tg Good Works. c John 19:17 (17–18). b tg Submissiveness. b tg God, Will of. d gr outside of. 18 a tg Conscience. Lev. 4:12. b tg Honesty. The General Epistle of James Chapter 1 10 But the rich, in that he is made low: because as the flower of the If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask a grass he shall pass away. of God—Resist temptation—Be doers 11 For the sun is no sooner risen of the word—James explains how to with a burning heat, but it withereth recognize pure religion. the grass, and the flower thereof J ames, a a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are bscattered abroad, greeting. falleth, and the a grace of the fash­ ion of it perisheth: so also shall the b rich man fade away in his ways. 12 a Blessed is the man that b en­ 2 My brethren, count it all joy when dureth temptation: for when he is ye fall into a divers b temptations; c tried, he shall receive the d crown 3 Knowing this, that the a trying of of life, which the Lord hath prom­ your faith worketh b patience. ised to them that love him. 4 But let patience have her perfect 13 Let no man say when he is work, that ye may be a perfect and tempted, I am tempted of God: for entire, wanting nothing. God cannot be a tempted with b evil, 5 a If any of you lack b wisdom, let neither tempteth he any man: him ask of God, that c giveth to all 14 But every man is a tempted, men liberally, and d upbraideth not; when he is drawn away of his own and it shall be given him. b lust, and enticed. 6 But let him aask in bfaith, nothing 15 Then when lust hath conceived, c wavering. For he that wavereth is it bringeth forth a sin: and sin, like a wave of the sea driven with when it is finished, bringeth forth the wind and tossed. death. 7 For let not that man think that he 16 Do not err, my beloved brethren. shall receive any thing of the Lord. 17 Every agood bgift and every per­ 8 A a double minded man is unsta­ fect c gift is from above, and d cometh ble in all his ways. down from the eFather of lights, with 9 Let the brother of a low degree whom is no f variableness, neither rejoice in that he is exalted: shadow of turning. 1 1 a tg Servant. 6 a tg Prayer. d tg Exaltation; b tg Israel, Twelve b tg Faith. Reward. Tribes of. c gr doubting, hesitating. 13 a tg God, Perfection of. 2 a jst James 1:2 . . . many tg Doubt. b tg Evil. afflictions; 8 a 1 Kgs. 18:21; 14 a tg Temptation. b tg Temptation. Ps. 12:2; b tg Chastity; 3 a gr approval by trial. Hosea 10:2. Lust; tg Opposition; tg Integrity. Motivations; Test. 9 a Matt. 23:12. Sensuality. b tg Patience. 10 a Isa. 40:6–8. 15 a tg Sin. 4 a tg Perfection. 11 a gr beauty of its 17 a Ps. 85:12. 5 a D&C 42:68; appearance. b Moro. 7:12 (12–13). JS—H 1:11. b 1 Tim. 6:17 (17–19). c John 3:27; b tg Guidance, Divine; 12 a 1 Pet. 3:14. 2 Cor. 9:15. Learn; tg Blessing. tg God, Gifts of. Wisdom. b jst James 1:12 . . . d D&C 67:9. c tg Benevolence; resisteth temptation . . . e D&C 67:4, 9. Revelation. tg Steadfastness. f tg God, Perfection of. d gr reproaches, censures. c tg Test. 1539 James 1:18–2:8 18 Of his own will begat he us with Chapter 2 the word of truth, that we should be a kind of firstfruits of his creatures. God has chosen the poor of this world 19 Wherefore, my beloved breth- who are rich in faith—Salvation is ren, let every man be swift to hear, gained by keeping the whole law—Faith slow to a speak, b slow to c wrath: without works is dead. 20 For the wrath of man worketh My brethren, a have not the faith of not the righteousness of God. our b Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of 21 Wherefore lay apart all a filth- glory, with respect of persons. iness and b superfluity of naughti- 2 For if there come unto your as- ness, and receive with c meekness sembly a man with a gold ring, in the d engrafted word, which is able goodly apparel, and there come in to save your souls. also a a poor man in b vile raiment; 22 But be ye a doers of the word, 3 And ye have respect to him that and not hearers only, deceiving your weareth the a gay clothing, and say own selves. unto him, Sit thou here in a good 23 For if any be a a hearer of the place; and say to the poor, Stand word, and not a doer, he is like unto thou there, or sit here under my a man beholding his natural face footstool: in a b glass: 4 aAre ye not then partial in your- 24 For he beholdeth himself, and selves, and are become judges of goeth his way, and straightway for- evil thoughts? getteth what manner of man he was. 5 Hearken, my beloved brethren, 25 But whoso looketh into the per- Hath not God chosen the a poor of fect a law of b liberty, and continu- this world rich in faith, and heirs of eth therein, he being not a forgetful the kingdom which he hath prom- hearer, but a doer of the work, this ised to them that love him? man shall be blessed in his deed. 6 But ye have despised the poor. 26 If any man among you seem Do not rich men a oppress you, and to be religious, and bridleth not draw you before the judgment his a tongue, but deceiveth his own seats? heart, this man’s religion is b vain. 7 Do not they blaspheme that 27 Pure a religion and undefiled worthy a name by the which ye are before God and the Father is this, called? To b visit the c fatherless and d wid- 8 If ye fulfil the royal law accord- ows in their e affliction, and to keep ing to the scripture, Thou shalt alove himself funspotted from gthe hworld. thy bneighbour as thyself, ye do well: 19 a Prov. 17:27. Good Works; our Lord Jesus Christ, b tg Patience. Welfare. the Lord of glory, and yet c tg Anger. c Deut. 26:13; have respect to persons. 21 a tg Filthiness. Job 22:9; 31:21 (21–22); b tg Jesus Christ, Lord. b gr overabundance of Ps. 10:14; 146:9 (1–10); 2 a tg Poor. malice, trouble, evil. 3 Ne. 24:5; b gr dirty. c tg Meek. D&C 136:8 (7–9). 3 a gr splendid. d gr implanted, ingrafted. d tg Widows. 4 a jst James 2:4 Are ye 22 a tg Commitment; Duty; e tg Affliction. not then in yourselves Good Works; f 1 Tim. 5:22; partial judges, and Hypocrisy. 1 Jn. 5:18; become evil in your 23 a Luke 6:49 (47–49). D&C 59:9. thoughts? b 1 Cor. 13:12. tg Chastity. 5 a Prov. 15:16; 25 a tg God, Law of. g jst James 1:27 . . . the Matt. 5:3; b tg Liberty. vices of the world. Luke 6:20; 26 a tg Gossip; Profanity. h tg Worldliness. 1 Cor. 1:27 (27–28). b gr useless, deceptive, 2 1 a gr not with partiality, tg Poor. erroneous. have the faith of our 6 a tg Oppression. 27 a tg Charity. Lord. 7 a tg Name. b D&C 44:6. jst James 2:1 . . . ye 8 a tg Love. tg Benevolence; cannot have the faith of b tg Neighbor. James 2:9–3:2 1540 9 But if ye have arespect to persons, God; thou doest well: the adevils also ye commit sin, and are convinced b believe, and tremble. of the law as transgressors. 20 But wilt thou know, O vain man, 10 For whosoever shall keep the that a faith without b works is dead? a whole law, and yet b offend in one 21 Was not Abraham our father point, he is c guilty of all. a justified by works, when he had 11 For he that said, Do not commit b offered Isaac his son upon the a adultery, said also, Do not kill. Now altar? if thou commit no adultery, yet if 22 Seest thou how faith wrought thou kill, thou art become a trans- with his works, and by a works was gressor of the law. faith made b perfect? 12 So speak ye, and so do, as they 23 And the scripture was fulfilled that shall be judged by the law of which saith, Abraham abelieved God, a liberty. and it was imputed unto him for 13 For he shall have a judgment b righteousness: and he was called without bmercy, that hath shewed no the c Friend of God. mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against 24 Ye see then how that by a works judgment. a man is b justified, and not by faith 14 a What doth it profit, my breth- only. ren, though a man say he hath bfaith, 25 Likewise also was not a Rahab and have not works? can faith save the harlot b justified by works, when him? she had received the messengers, 15 If a a brother or sister be naked, and had sent them out another and destitute of daily b food, way ? 16 And one of you say unto them, 26 For as the body without the Depart in peace, be ye warmed and a spirit is b dead, so faith without filled; notwithstanding ye a give c works is dead also. them not those things which are needful to the body; what doth it Chapter 3 profit? 17 Even so a faith, if it hath not By governing the tongue, we gain per- b works, is dead, being alone. fection—Heavenly wisdom is pure, 18 Yea, a man may say, Thou hast peaceable, and full of mercy. faith, and I have works: shew me My brethren, abe not many bmasters, thy faith without thy works, and knowing that we shall c receive the I will shew thee my a faith by my greater condemnation. b works. 2 For in many things we aoffend all. 19 Thou believest that there is one If any man b offend not in c word, the 9 a Deut. 1:17; Prov. 28:21. b Matt. 7:20 (15–20); 24 a 2 Ne. 25:23. 10 a D&C 50:28 (28–29). D&C 20:37. tg Commitment. b gr stumble, err. 19 a jst James 2:19 . . . b tg Justification. tg Offense; Sin. devils also believe, and 25 a Josh. 2:1. c tg Guilt. tremble; thou hast made b Heb. 11:31. 11 a tg Adulterer. thyself like unto them, not 26 a tg Spirit Body; 12 a tg Liberty. being justified. Spirits, Disembodied. 13 a Ps. 109:7. Acts 16:17. b tg Death. b tg Mercy. b Luke 8:28 (27–28). c tg Good Works. 14 a jst James 2:14–21 20 a tg Faith. 3 1 a jst James 3:1 . . . strive (Appendix). b Prov. 24:12. not for the mastery, b D&C 20:69. 21 a Heb. 11:17. knowing that in so doing 15 a tg Brotherhood and b Gen. 22:9 (9–12). we shall receive the Sisterhood. 22 a tg Good Works. greater condemnation. b tg Food. b tg Perfection. b gr (also) teachers. 16 a Luke 3:11 (8–14); 23 a Gen. 22:12. c D&C 82:3. D&C 104:18. tg Faith. 2 a gr stumble, err. 17 a 1 Thes. 1:3. b tg Righteousness. b tg Offense. b tg Obedience. c Isa. 41:8. c Ps. 39:1; 18 a tg Faith. tg Friendship. Prov. 21:23. 1541 James 3:3–4:4 same is a d perfect man, and able also figs? so can no fountain both yield to bridle the whole body. salt water and fresh. 3 Behold, we put bits in the horses’ 13 Who is a wise man and endued mouths, that they may obey us; and with knowledge among you? let him we turn about their whole body. shew out of a good aconversation his 4 Behold also the ships, which works with b meekness of wisdom. though they be so great, and are 14 But if ye have bitter envying driven of fierce winds, yet are they and a strife in your hearts, b glory turned about with a very small not, and lie not against the truth. helm, whithersoever the a governor 15 This wisdom descendeth not listeth. from above, but is earthly, sensual, 5 Even so the tongue is a little devilish. member, and aboasteth great things. 16 For where a envying and b strife Behold, how great a b matter a little is, there is confusion and every evil fire kindleth! work. 6 And the a tongue is a fire, a world 17 But the a wisdom that is from of iniquity: so is the tongue among above is first pure, then peaceable, our members, that it defileth the gentle, and beasy to be entreated, full whole body, and setteth on fire the of c mercy and good fruits, without course of nature; and it is set on partiality, and without d hypocrisy. fire of hell. 18 And the fruit of a righteousness 7 For every kind of beasts, and of is sown in b peace of them that make birds, and of serpents, and of things c peace. in the sea, is tamed, and hath been Chapter 4 tamed of mankind: Wars are born of lusts—The friends of 8 But the a tongue can no man the world are the enemies of God—Sin tame; it is an b unruly evil, full of is failure to walk in the light we have deadly poison. 9 Therewith bless we God, even received. the Father; and therewith a curse From whence come awars and bfight- we men, which are made after the ings among you? come they not hence, b similitude of God. even of your c lusts that war in your 10 Out of the same a mouth pro- members? ceedeth blessing and cursing. My 2 Ye lust, and have not: ye kill, and brethren, these things ought not desire to have, and cannot obtain: so to be. ye fight and war, yet ye have not, 11 Doth a a fountain send forth because ye ask not. at the same place sweet water and 3 Ye a ask, and receive not, because bitter? ye bask camiss, that ye may dconsume 12 Can the fig tree, my brethren, it upon your e lusts. bear olive berries? either a vine, 4 Ye a adulterers and adulteresses, 2 d tg Perfection. Moro. 7:11 (6–11). c tg Peacemakers. 4 a gr helmsman, pilot. 13 a Prov. 12:13 (13–19). 4 1 a tg War. 5 a tg Boast; Rashness. b tg Meek. b tg Apostasy of the b gr forest. 14 a tg Strife. Early Christian Church. 6 a Prov. 16:27; b gr do not assume c gr pleasures, Mark 7:20 (19–23); superiority over. gratifications, passions. Alma 12:14; D&C 88:121. 16 a tg Envy. 3 a tg Prayer. 8 a tg Gossip; Profanity. b tg Contention. b Hel. 10:5 (4–6). b gr untameable, 17 a tg God, Intelligence of; c gr wickedly, wrongly. uncontrollable. Wisdom. Rom. 8:26 (26–27); 9 a tg Curse. b gr pliant, easily D&C 46:30 (28–30); b tg God, Body of, persuaded. 88:65 (64–65). Corporeal Nature. c tg God, Mercy of. d gr waste, expend. 10 a Matt. 12:34; Luke 6:45. d D&C 121:42. D&C 46:9. tg Hypocrisy. 18 a tg Righteousness. e tg Lust. 11 a gr spring, well. b tg Peace; Peace of God. 4 a tg Whore. James 4:5–5:5 1542 know ye not that the friendship of be on the morrow. For what is your the b world is c enmity with God? life? It is even a a vapour, that ap- whosoever therefore will be a peareth for a little time, and then friend of the world is the d enemy vanisheth away. of God. 15 For that ye ought to say, If the 5 Do ye think that the scripture Lord will, we shall live, and do this, saith in vain, The spirit that dwell- or that. eth in us lusteth to a envy ? 16 But now ye rejoice in your 6 But he giveth more a grace. a boastings: all such rejoicing is Wherefore he saith, God resisteth evil. the b proud, but giveth grace unto 17 Therefore to him that a knoweth the c humble. to do good, and b doeth it not, to him 7 a Submit yourselves therefore to it is c sin. God. b Resist the c devil, and he will flee from you. Chapter 5 8 a Draw b nigh to God, and he will Misery awaits the wanton rich—Await draw nigh to you. c Cleanse your the Lord’s coming with patience—The hands, ye sinners; and d purify your hearts, ye double minded. elders are to anoint and heal the sick. 9 a Be afflicted, and mourn, and Go to now, ye rich men, a weep and b weep: let your laughter be turned to howl for your miseries that shall c mourning, and your joy to heaviness. come upon you. 10 a Humble yourselves in the 2 Your a riches are corrupted, and sight of the Lord, and he shall lift your garments are motheaten. you up. 3 Your a gold and silver is b can- 11 a Speak not evil one of another, kered; and the c rust of them shall brethren. He that speaketh evil of be a witness against you, and shall his brother, and judgeth his brother, eat your flesh as it were fire. Ye have speaketh evil of the b law, and jud- heaped treasure together for the last geth the law: but if thou judge the days. law, thou art not a doer of the law, 4 Behold, the ahire of the blabourers but a judge. who have reaped down your fields, 12 There is one lawgiver, who is which is of you kept back by fraud, able to save and to destroy: who art crieth: and the cries of them which thou that a judgest another? have reaped are entered into the 13 Go to now, ye that say, To day ears of the Lord of sabaoth. or to a morrow we will go into such a 5 Ye have lived a in pleasure on the city, and continue there a year, and earth, and been wanton; ye have buy and sell, and get gain: nourished your hearts, as in a day 14 Whereas ye know not what shall of slaughter. 4 b tg World; d tg Purification; 17 a Luke 12:47; Worldliness. Purity. 2 Ne. 9:25 (25–27). c tg Opposition. 9 a gr Endure hardship, b tg Disobedience; d tg Enemies. Suffer harassment. Good Works; 5 a tg Envy. b Isa. 22:12; Obedience. 6 a tg Grace. Joel 2:17; c tg Sin. b tg Pride. 2 Cor. 7:10. 5 1 a tg Mourning. c tg Poor in Spirit. c tg Mourning. 2 a tg Treasure. 7 a tg Reconciliation; 10 a tg Contrite Heart; 3 a 1 Tim. 6:10 (10, 17); Submissiveness. Humility. Jacob 2:17 (17–19). b tg Abstain; 11 a tg Gossip. b gr rusted, tarnished. Self-Mastery. b tg Citizenship. D&C 56:16. c tg Devil. 12 a Morm. 8:20 (19–20). c gr venom, poison. 8 a tg God, Presence of. 13 a Prov. 27:1. 4 a tg Wages. b Ps. 69:18; 14 a 1 Cor. 7:31 (29–31); b Jer. 22:13. D&C 88:63. Jacob 7:26. 5 a gr luxuriously, c tg Repent. 16 a tg Boast. delicately. 1543 James 5:6–20 6 Ye have condemned and killed let him pray. Is any merry ? let him the just; and he doth not resist you. sing psalms. 7 Be patient therefore, brethren, 14 Is any a sick among you? let him unto the coming of the Lord. Be- call for the belders of the church; and hold, the husbandman waiteth for let them c pray over him, d anoint- the precious fruit of the earth, and ing him with oil in the name of hath long patience for it, until he the Lord: receive the early and latter rain. 15 And the a prayer of b faith shall 8 Be ye also apatient; bstablish your save the sick, and the Lord shall raise hearts: for the c coming of the Lord him up; and if he have committed draweth nigh. sins, they shall be c forgiven him. 9 a Grudge not one against another, 16 a Confess your faults one to an- brethren, lest ye be condemned: other, and b pray one for another, behold, the judge standeth before that ye may be healed. c The effec- the door. tual d fervent e prayer of a righteous 10 Take, my brethren, the prophets, man availeth much. who have spoken in the name of the 17 Elias was a man subject to like Lord, for an a example of b suffering a passions as we are, and he prayed affliction, and of patience. earnestly that it might not rain: and 11 Behold, we count them a happy it b rained not on the earth by the which b endure. Ye have heard of space of three years and six months. the patience of cJob, and have seen 18 And he prayed again, and the the end of the Lord; that the Lord is heaven gave rain, and the earth very d pitiful, and of tender e mercy. brought forth her fruit. 12 But above all things, my breth- 19 Brethren, if any of you do err ren, a swear not, neither by heaven, from the truth, and one convert him; neither by the earth, neither by any 20 Let him know, that he which other b oath: but let your yea be yea; a converteth the sinner from the and your nay, nay; lest ye fall into error of his way shall b save a soul condemnation. from death, and shall c hide a mul- 13 Is any among you a afflicted? titude of sins. 8 a tg Patience. Kindness. tg Forgive. b 2 Ne. 31:20 (17–21). 12 a tg Swearing. 16 a tg Confession. c D&C 106:4. b tg Oath. b tg Benevolence. 9 a tg Backbiting; 13 a tg Affliction. c Ex. 33:17. Malice. 14 a tg Sickness. d Jer. 29:13; 10 a tg Example. b tg Elder, Melchizedek 1 Ne. 1:5 (5–8); b 2 Cor. 11:23 (23–33); Priesthood; 2 Ne. 4:24 (23–25); Mosiah 17:13 (10–20); Heal. Moro. 7:9. Alma 14:26 (20–27); c tg Prayer. e tg Prayer. JS—H 1:22. d Ex. 31:11. 17 a Acts 14:15 (11–15). tg Suffering. tg Administrations to b tg Drought. 11 a tg Happiness. the Sick; 20 a D&C 6:11. b tg Perseverance; Anointing. tg Conversion. Steadfastness. 15 a D&C 104:80. b 1 Tim. 4:16. c Job 1:1. b Matt. 15:28 (25–28). c See jst 1 Pet. 4:8 (1 Pet. d tg Compassion. tg Faith. 4:8 note a). e tg God, Mercy of; c Mark 2:5 (3–9). The First Epistle General of Peter Chapter 1 7 That the a trial of your faith, be­ ing much more precious than of The trial of our faith precedes salva­ gold that perisheth, though it be tion—Christ was foreordained to be tried with fire, might be found unto the Redeemer. praise and honour and glory at the P eter, an apostle of Jesus appearing of Jesus Christ: b Christ, to the a strangers scat­ 8 Whom having not seen, ye love; tered throughout Pontus, Gala­ in whom, though now ye see him tia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, not, yet a believing, ye rejoice with 2 a Elect according to the b fore­ joy unspeakable and full of glory: knowledge of God the Father, 9 Receiving the aend of your bfaith, through csanctification of the Spirit, even the c salvation of your souls. unto d obedience and e sprinkling 10 Of which a salvation the b proph­ of the f blood of Jesus Christ: Grace ets have inquired and searched dili­ unto you, and peace, be multiplied. gently, who prophesied of the grace 3 Blessed be the God and Father that should come unto you: of our Lord Jesus Christ, which ac­ 11 Searching what, or what manner cording to his abundant amercy hath of time the Spirit of Christ which b begotten us again unto a c lively was in them did signify, when it d hope by the resurrection of eJesus a testified beforehand the b suffer­ Christ from the dead, ings of Christ, and the c glory that 4 To an ainheritance incorruptible, should follow. and undefiled, and that fadeth not 12 Unto whom it was revealed, that away, reserved in heaven for you, not unto themselves, but unto us 5 Who are kept by the a power of they did minister the things, which God through b faith unto salvation are now reported unto you by them c ready to be revealed in the last that have a preached the gospel unto time. you with the Holy Ghost sent down 6 Wherein ye greatly rejoice, from heaven; which things the b an­ though now for a aseason, if need be, gels desire to look into. ye are in heaviness through mani­ 13 Wherefore gird up the loins of fold b temptations: your mind, be a sober, and hope b to 1 1 a tg Stranger. 4 a Matt. 6:20; b D&C 76:51 (51–70). 2 a John 6:44 (44, 63–65). 1 Cor. 9:25 (24–25); c Heb. 10:36. tg Election. Col. 1:5. 10 a tg Salvation. b tg Foreordination; 5 a Rom. 1:16. b Matt. 13:17; God, Foreknowledge of. b Heb. 10:22 (22–24); Luke 24:27 (26–27); c tg Sanctification. 1 Pet. 1:21 (21–22). Heb. 11:13; d tg Obedience. c gr prepared. 2 Pet. 3:2. e Isa. 52:15. 6 a tg Probation. 11 a Jacob 4:4; 7:11 (11–12); f Ex. 24:8 (5–8); b gr trials, afflictions. Mosiah 13:33 (33–35); Heb. 12:24. tg Temptation. D&C 20:26. 3 a tg God, Mercy of. 7 a tg Opposition; b Heb. 12:2. b tg Holy Ghost, Test. c D&C 58:3 (3–4). Baptism of; b gr revelation. 12 a tg Holy Ghost, Man, New, Spiritually 8 a John 20:29. Mission of. Reborn. 9 a gr goal, purpose, b tg Angels. c gr living. consummation. 13 a tg Levity. d tg Hope. jst 1 Pet. 1:9 . . . object of b gr perfectly, completely. e 1 Cor. 15:20. your faith . . . 1545 1 Peter 1:14–2:6 the end for the c grace that is to be 23 Being a born again, not of cor- brought unto you at the revelation ruptible seed, but of incorruptible, of Jesus Christ; by the word of God, which liveth 14 As obedient children, not fash- and b abideth for ever. ioning yourselves according to the 24 For all a flesh is as grass, and all former a lusts in your b ignorance: the glory of man as the flower of 15 But as he which hath called you grass. The grass withereth, and the is holy, so be ye a holy in all manner flower thereof falleth away: of b conversation; 25 But the a word of the Lord en- 16 Because it is written, Be ye holy; dureth for ever. And this is the word for I am a holy. which by the gospel is preached 17 And if ye call on the Father, who unto you. without respect of persons judgeth according to every man’s a work, Chapter 2 pass the time of your sojourning here in b fear: Converts are newborn babes in Christ— He is the chief cornerstone—Saints hold 18 Forasmuch as ye know that ye a royal priesthood and are a peculiar were not a redeemed with corrupt- people—Saints are in subjection to the ible things, as silver and gold, from your b vain conversation received by laws of man. c tradition from your fathers; Wherefore laying aside all a mal- 19 But with the precious a blood of ice, and all b guile, and hypocrisies, Christ, as of a b lamb without c blem- and envies, and all evil c speakings, ish and without spot: 2 As a newborn babes, desire the 20 a Who verily was b foreordained b sincere c milk of the word, that ye before the foundation of the world, may grow thereby: but was manifest in these last times 3 If so be ye have a tasted that the for you, Lord is gracious. 21 Who by him do believe in God, 4 To whom coming, as unto a living that raised him up from the dead, stone, disallowed indeed of men, and gave him aglory; that your bfaith but a chosen of God, and precious, and c hope might be in God. 5 Ye also, as a lively stones, are 22 Seeing ye have a purified your built up a b spiritual c house, an holy b souls in obeying the truth through priesthood, to offer up d spiritual the Spirit unto unfeigned c love of e sacrifices, acceptable to God by the brethren, see that ye d love one Jesus Christ. another with a pure heart fervently: 6 Wherefore also it is contained in 13 c tg Grace. c Lev. 1:3; 3:6; 22:20; 25 a Ps. 119:89. 14 a tg Lust. Deut. 15:21. 2 1 a tg Malice. b Acts 17:30 (29–31). 20 a gr Having been b tg Guile. 15 a 1 Thes. 2:12. foreknown before the c tg Backbiting; Slander. b 2 Pet. 3:11; foundation. 2 a tg Man, New, Spiritually D&C 136:24 (23–24). b tg Foreordination; Jesus Reborn. 16 a 1 Jn. 3:3. Christ, Authority of; b gr pure, genuine. 17 a tg Good Works. Jesus Christ, Foreor- c 1 Cor. 3:2 (2–3); b tg Reverence. dained; Salvation, Plan of. Heb. 5:13 (13–14); 18 a 1 Cor. 6:20. 21 a Acts 3:13 (13–15). Mosiah 3:19. tg Jesus Christ, b Gal. 5:5 (5–6); 3 a gr experienced. Redeemer. 1 Pet. 1:5 (3–8). Heb. 6:5 (4–6); b gr erroneous, fruitless c tg Hope. Alma 36:26 (24–26). conduct. 22 a tg Purification; Purity. 4 a D&C 50:44. c tg Traditions of Men. b tg Soul. 5 a gr living. 19 a tg Jesus Christ, c Moro. 8:26 (25–26). b tg Spirituality. Atonement through. d tg Love. c Heb. 3:6. b tg Jesus Christ, Lamb of 23 a tg Holy Ghost, d tg Priesthood, Magnify- God; Jesus Christ, Types Baptism of. ing Callings within. of, in Anticipation; b tg Steadfastness. e tg Jesus Christ, Types of, Passover. 24 a tg Mortality. in Memory; Sacrifice. 1 Peter 2:7–20 1546 the scripture, Behold, I lay in Sion a they shall behold, glorify God in the chief a corner b stone, elect, precious: day of visitation. and he that c believeth on him shall 13 a Submit yourselves to every not be d confounded. b ordinance of man for the Lord’s 7 Unto you therefore which believe sake: whether it be to the king, as he is precious: but unto them which c supreme; be a disobedient, the stone which 14 Or unto governors, as unto them the builders b disallowed, the same that are sent by him for the pun- is made the head of the corner, ishment of evildoers, and for the 8 And a a stone of b stumbling, and praise of them that do well. a c rock of d offence, even to them 15 For so is the will of God, that which e stumble at the word, being with well doing ye may put to a si- disobedient: whereunto also they lence the b ignorance of foolish men: were f appointed. 16 As free, and not using your a lib- 9 But ye are a achosen generation, a erty for a cloak of b maliciousness, b royal c priesthood, an d holy e nation, but as the c servants of God. a f peculiar people; that ye should 17 a Honour all men. Love the shew forth the praises of him who b brotherhood. cFear God. Honour the hath called you out of g darkness d king. into his marvellous h light: 18 a Servants, be subject to your 10 Which in time past were not a b masters with all fear; not only to people, but are now the people of the good and gentle, but also to the God: which had not obtained mercy, c froward. but now have obtained mercy. 19 For this is a thankworthy, if a 11 Dearly beloved, I beseech you man for conscience toward God en- as a strangers and b pilgrims, c ab- dure b grief, suffering wrongfully. stain from fleshly dlusts, which ewar 20 For what glory is it, if, when ye against the soul; be buffeted for your faults, ye shall 12 Having your conversation ahon- take it a patiently ? but if, when ye est among the Gentiles: that, whereas do well, and b suffer for it, ye take it they speak against you as evildoers, c patiently, this is d acceptable with they may by your good bworks, which God. 6 a tg Cornerstone. f gr purchased, pre- 15 a tg Silence. b Isa. 28:16. served; note that in b tg Ignorance. c 3 Ne. 11:39 (37–40). Ex. 19:5 the Hebrew 16 a tg Liberty. d gr ashamed, word is segullah, mean- b tg Malice. disappointed. ing “special possession c tg Servant. 7 a tg Disobedience. or property.” 17 a tg Respect. b Matt. 21:42 (42–46); tg Israel, Mission of; b tg Brotherhood and Luke 9:22. Modesty; Sisterhood. 8 a 1 Cor. 1:18 (18–24). Peculiar People. c Prov. 24:21. b Isa. 28:16; g tg Walking in d tg Citizenship; 2 Ne. 18:14 (13–15). Darkness. Kings, Earthly. c tg Rock. h tg Light [noun]. 18 a Col. 3:22; d tg Offense. 11 a tg Stranger. 1 Tim. 6:1 (1–2); e Matt. 21:44 (33–46). b gr resident aliens, Titus 2:9 (9–10). f Rom. 9:22 (9–23); sojourners. b Eph. 6:5 (5–8). 1 Thes. 5:9. c tg Abstain. c gr crooked, wicked. 9 a tg Election. d tg Lust. 19 a gr pleasing, gracious. b tg Mission of Early e tg War. b tg Tribulation. Saints; 12 a tg Children of Light; 20 a D&C 122:7 (7–8). Mission of Latter-day Honesty. b tg Forbear; Saints. b Matt. 5:16 (14–16); Suffering. c tg Priesthood; Titus 2:8. c Alma 12:24. Priesthood, Melchizedek. 13 a tg Citizenship; tg Patience. d Ex. 19:6. Submissiveness. d gr pleasing, gracious. tg Israel, Blessings of. b tg Governments. e tg Nations. c gr superior. 1547 1 Peter 2:21–3:10 21 For even hereunto were ye the hair, and of wearing of gold, or called: because Christ also a suffered of putting on of apparel; for us, leaving us an b example, that 4 But let it be the hidden man of the ye should follow his steps: heart, in that which is not corrupt- 22 Who did no a sin, neither was ible, even the a ornament of a b meek b guile found in his mouth: and quiet spirit, which is in the 23 Who, when he was a reviled, re- sight of God of great price. viled not again; when he suffered, he 5 For after this manner in the old threatened not; but bcommitted him- time the holy a women also, who self to him that judgeth righteously: b trusted in God, adorned themselves, 24 Who his own self a bare our being c in subjection unto their own b sins in his own body on the tree, husbands: that we, being dead to sins, should 6 Even as Sara obeyed Abraham, live unto righteousness: by whose calling him lord: whose a daughters c stripes ye were healed. ye are, as long as ye do well, and are 25 For ye were as a sheep going not afraid with any b amazement. astray; but are now returned unto 7 Likewise, ye a husbands, dwell the b Shepherd and c Bishop of your with them according to b knowledge, souls. giving c honour unto the d wife, as unto the weaker vessel, and as being Chapter 3 e heirs together of the grace of life; Husbands and wives should honor that your f prayers be not hindered. 8 Finally, be ye all of a one mind, each other—Saints should live by gos- having b compassion one of an- pel standards—Christ preached to the other, love as c brethren, be d pitiful, spirits in prison. be e courteous: Likewise, ye a wives, be in subjection 9 Not a rendering b evil for evil, or to your own husbands; that, if any railing for railing: but contrariwise b obey not the word, they also may blessing; knowing that ye are there- without the word be won by the unto called, that ye should inherit c conversation of the wives; a c blessing. 2 While they behold your a chaste 10 For he that will love life, and b conversation coupled with fear. see good days, let him a refrain his 3 Whose adorning let it not be b tongue from evil, and his lips that that outward a adorning of plaiting they speak no c guile: 21 a tg Jesus Christ, c tg Bishop. b D&C 121:42. Atonement through; 3 1 a tg Family, Love within; c tg Marriage, Continuing Redemption; Marriage, Wives. Courtship in. Self-Sacrifice. b tg Disobedience. d tg Marriage, Wives; b tg Example; c jst 1 Pet. 3:1 . . . Woman. Jesus Christ, Exemplar. conduct . . . e tg Marriage, Celestial. 22 a Isa. 53:9. 2 a tg Chastity. f tg Prayer. tg Sin. b jst 1 Pet. 3:2 . . . 8 a tg Unity. b tg Guile; Sincere. conduct . . . b tg Compassion; 23 a Isa. 53:3 (3–6). 3 a tg Apparel; Kindness; tg Jesus Christ, Trials of; Modesty. Welfare. Retribution; 4 a tg Beauty. c tg Brotherhood and Reviling. b gr gentle, mild, Sisterhood. b tg Commitment. forgiving. d gr tenderhearted, 24 a tg Accountability; 5 a tg Woman. compassionate. Self-Sacrifice. b tg Trust in God. e tg Courtesy. b tg Jesus Christ, c gr obedient, 9 a tg Retribution. Atonement through; submissive to. b tg Forbear. Jesus Christ, Redeemer. 6 a tg Seed of Abraham. c tg Blessing. c Isa. 53:5. b gr dismay, 10 a tg Self-Mastery. 25 a tg Sheep. consternation. b tg Gossip; b tg Jesus Christ, Good 7 a tg Family; Slander. Shepherd; Shepherd. Marriage, Husbands. c tg Guile. 1 Peter 3:11–4:2 1548 11 Let him a eschew evil, and do 19 By which also he went and good; let him seek b peace, and c en- a preached unto the b spirits in sue it. c prison; 12 For the aeyes of the Lord are over 20 a Which sometime were b dis- the b righteous, and his ears are open obedient, when once the c longsuf- unto their c prayers: but the face of fering of God waited in the days of the Lord is against them that do devil. d Noah, while the ark was a prepar- 13 And who is he that will harm ing, wherein few, that is, eight souls you, if ye be afollowers of that which were e saved by f water. is good? 21 The like figure whereunto even 14 But and if ye a suffer for b righ- a baptism doth also now save us (not teousness’ sake, c happy are ye: and the putting away of the filth of the be not afraid of their terror, neither flesh, but the answer of a good con- be troubled; science toward God,) by the resur- 15 But a sanctify the Lord God in rection of Jesus Christ: your hearts: and be ready always to 22 Who is gone into a heaven, and give b an answer to every man that is on the right hand of God; b angels asketh you a reason of the c hope and c authorities and powers being that is in you with d meekness and made subject unto him. e fear: 16 Having a good aconscience; that, Chapter 4 whereas they speak evil of you, as Peter explains why the gospel is preached of evildoers, they may be ashamed to the dead—Saints should speak as that falsely accuse your good b con- the oracles of God—The righteous will versation in Christ. 17 For it is better, if the will of God be tried and tested in all things. be so, that ye a suffer for well doing, Forasmuch then as Christ hath than for evil doing. suffered for us in the flesh, arm 18 For Christ also hath once a suf- yourselves likewise with the same fered for sins, the just for the b un- a mind: b for he that hath suffered just, that he might bring us to God, in the flesh hath ceased from c sin; being put to c death in the flesh, but 2 That he no longer should live quickened by the d Spirit: the rest of his time in the flesh to 11 a gr turn away from, conduct . . . ark was preparing . . . avoid. 17 a tg Self-Sacrifice. b tg Disobedience. b tg Peacemakers; 18 a tg Jesus Christ, c tg Forbear. Peace of God. Atonement through; d Gen. 7:1. c gr pursue, follow Jesus Christ, Redeemer; tg Earth, Cleansing of. eagerly. Pain; Redemption. e Gen. 8:1; 12 a Ps. 33:18. b tg Injustice. Heb. 11:7; tg Abundant Life; c tg Death; 2 Pet. 2:5. Reward. Jesus Christ, Death of. f tg Flood. b tg Righteousness. d tg God, Spirit of. 21 a tg Baptism; c tg Prayer. 19 a tg Genealogy and Baptism, Essential. d tg Evil. Temple Work; 22 a John 7:34. 13 a tg Commitment. Preaching. b tg Angels. 14 a Luke 6:22; b tg Salvation for the c Col. 1:16; 2:10. James 1:12 (8–16). Dead; Spirit Body; tg Authority. tg Suffering. Spirits, Disembodied; 4 1 a gr intent, idea, thought. b tg Righteousness. Spirits in Prison. b jst 1 Pet. 4:2 For you c tg Happiness. c Luke 1:79 (77–79); who have suffered in the 15 a gr reverence as holy. D&C 138:8 (5–10, 18). flesh should cease from b gr a defense. tg Hell. sin, that you no longer c tg Hope. 20 a jst 1 Pet. 3:20 Some of the rest of your time in the d tg Meek. whom were disobedient flesh, should live to the e gr reverence, awe. in the days of Noah, while lusts of men, but to the 16 a tg Conscience. the long-suffering of will of God. b jst 1 Pet. 3:16 . . . God waited, while the c tg Sin. 1549 1 Peter 4:3–19 the a lusts of men, but to the will Jesus Christ, to whom be praise and of God. dominion for ever and ever. Amen. 3 For the time past of our life may 12 Beloved, think it not strange suffice us to have wrought the will concerning the fiery a trial which is of the Gentiles, when we walked to try you, as though some strange in lasciviousness, lusts, a excess of thing happened unto you: wine, b revellings, banquetings, and 13 But a rejoice, inasmuch as ye c abominable d idolatries: are b partakers of Christ’s c suffer- 4 Wherein they think it strange ings; that, when his glory shall be that ye run not with them to the same d revealed, ye may be glad also with excess of riot, speaking evil of you: exceeding joy. 5 Who shall give account to him 14 If ye be a reproached for the that is ready to a judge the b quick name of Christ, b happy are ye; for and the dead. the spirit of glory and of God rest- 6 a For for this cause was the b gos- eth upon you: on their part he is pel c preached also to them that are evil spoken of, but on your part he d dead, that they might be e judged is glorified. according to men in the flesh, but 15 But let none of you suffer as live according to God in the spirit. a murderer, or as a thief, or as an 7 a But the end of all things is at evildoer, or as a busybody in other hand: be ye therefore sober, and men’s matters. b watch unto prayer. 16 Yet if any man suffer as a a Chris- 8 And above all things have fer- tian, let him not be ashamed; but vent charity among yourselves: a for let him glorify God on this behalf. b charity shall cover the multitude 17 For the time is come that a judg- of sins. ment must begin at the house of 9 Use a hospitality one to another God: and if it first begin at us, what without b grudging. shall the end be of them that b obey 10 As every man hath received the not the gospel of God? gift, even so a minister the same one 18 And if the a righteous scarcely to another, as good b stewards of the be saved, where shall the b ungodly manifold grace of God. and the sinner appear? 11 If any man a speak, let him speak 19 Wherefore let them that suffer as the b oracles of God; if any man according to the a will of God com- minister, let him do it as of the abil- mit the b keeping of their souls to ity which God giveth: that God in him in well doing, as unto a faithful all things may be glorified through Creator. 2 a tg Lust. d tg Hell; 11 a 1 Thes. 2:4; 3 a tg Temperance. Salvation, Plan of; Titus 2:1. b tg Rioting and Salvation for the Dead; b tg Authority; Reveling. Spirits, Disembodied; Teaching with the c tg Devil, Church of. Spirits in Prison. Spirit. d tg Idolatry. e D&C 88:99; 138:10, 34. 12 a tg Test. 5 a tg Jesus Christ, Judge. 7 a jst 1 Pet. 4:7 But to you, 13 a Acts 5:41. b or living. the end of all things is b tg Persecution. 6 a jst 1 Pet. 4:6 Because at hand . . . c tg Suffering. of this, is the gospel b tg Watch. d D&C 66:2. preached to them 8 a jst 1 Pet. 4:8 . . . for 14 a tg Reproach. who are dead, that charity preventeth a b tg Happiness. they might be judged multitude of sins. 16 a Acts 11:26 (19–26). according to men in b tg Charity. 17 a tg Judgment. the flesh, but live in the 9 a tg Hospitality. b D&C 18:46. spirit according to the b tg Motivations. tg Disobedience. will of God. 10 a tg Priesthood, 18 a tg Righteousness. b tg Gospel. Magnifying Callings b tg Godliness. c tg Genealogy and within. 19 a tg God, Will of. Temple Work. b tg Stewardship. b tg Refuge. 1 Peter 5:1–14 1550 Chapter 5 7 Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. The elders are to feed the flock of 8 Be a sober, be b vigilant; because God—Humility and godly graces lead to perfection. your adversary the c devil, as a roar- ing lion, walketh about, seeking The a elders which are among you I whom he may devour: exhort, who am also an elder, and a 9 Whom resist a steadfast in the witness of the sufferings of Christ, faith, knowing that the same af- and also a b partaker of the glory flictions are b accomplished in your that shall be revealed: brethren that are in the world. 2 a Feed the b flock of God which 10 But the God of all a grace, who is among you, taking the c oversight hath called us unto his eternal thereof, not by constraint, but d will- glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye ingly; not for e filthy f lucre, but of a have suffered a while, make you ready mind; b perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle 3 Neither as being a lords over God’s you. heritage, but being b ensamples to 11 To him be glory and dominion the flock. for ever and ever. Amen. 4 And when the chief a Shepherd 12 By a Silvanus, a faithful brother shall appear, ye shall receive a unto you, as I suppose, I have writ- b crown of c glory that fadeth not ten briefly, exhorting, and testify- away. ing that this is the true grace of God 5 Likewise, ye younger, a submit wherein ye stand. yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all of 13 The church that is at a Bab­ you be subject one to another, and ylon, elected together with you, be clothed with b humility: for God saluteth you; and so doth Marcus c resisteth the d proud, and giveth my son. grace to the e humble. 14 Greet ye one another with a 6 a Humble yourselves therefore kiss of charity. Peace be with you under the mighty hand of God, that all that are in Christ Jesus. Amen. he may exalt you in due time: 5 1 a tg Elder, Melchizedek 4 a tg Jesus Christ, Good b tg Watch. Priesthood; Shepherd; c tg Devil. Leadership. Shepherd. 9 a tg Perseverance; b D&C 66:2; 93:22. b Luke 12:44. Steadfastness. 2 a gr Tend, Superintend. tg Exaltation. b gr laid upon, John 21:16 (15–16). c D&C 66:12. endured by. b tg Church. 5 a tg Respect; 10 a tg Grace. c gr overseeing, guarding, Submissiveness. b tg Worthiness. watching. b tg Humility. 12 a Acts 15:34 (32–34); d tg Initiative. c gr opposes, is adverse to. 2 Cor. 1:19; e tg Filthiness. d tg Pride. 1 Thes. 1:1. f tg Priestcraft. e tg Poor in Spirit. 13 a tg Babylon. 3 a D&C 121:41 (41–42). 6 a tg Contrite Heart. b tg Example. 8 a tg Levity. The Second Epistle General of Peter Chapter 1 b kindness; and to brotherly kind­ ness c charity. Peter urges the Saints to make their calling and election sure—Prophecy 8 For if these things be in you, and a abound, they make you that ye shall comes by the power of the Holy Ghost. neither be b barren nor c unfruitful S imon Peter, a a servant and an b apostle of Jesus Christ, to them that have obtained c like precious faith with us through the d righteousness e of God and our Sav­ in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. 9 But he that lacketh these things is blind, and cannot see afar off, and hath forgotten that he was purged iour Jesus Christ: from his old sins. 2 Grace and peace be multiplied 10 Wherefore the rather, brethren, unto you through the a knowledge give diligence to make your calling of God, and of Jesus our Lord, and a election sure: for if ye do these 3 According as his divine power things, ye shall never b fall: hath given unto us a all things that 11 For so an entrance shall be pertain unto b life and c godliness, ministered unto you abundantly through the knowledge of him that into the a everlasting b kingdom of hath called us d to glory and e virtue: our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. 4 Whereby are given unto us ex­ 12 Wherefore I will not be negli­ ceeding great and precious a prom­ gent to put you always in remem­ ises: that by these ye might be b par­ brance of these things, though ye takers of the c divine d nature, having know them, and be established in e escaped the f corruption that is in the present truth. the world through g lust. 13 Yea, I think it a meet, as long as 5 And beside this, giving all a dili­ I am in this b tabernacle, to stir you gence, add to your faith b virtue; and up by putting you in remembrance; to virtue c knowledge; 14 Knowing that shortly I must put 6 And to knowledge a temperance; off this my tabernacle, even as our and to temperance b patience; and Lord Jesus Christ hath a shewed me. to patience c godliness; 15 Moreover I will endeavour that 7 And to godliness a brotherly ye may be able after my decease to 1 1 a tg Servant. f tg Man, Natural, Not Kindness. b D&C 107:23. Spiritually Reborn. c tg Charity. c gr equally precious. g tg Lust. 8 a tg Abundant Life. d tg God, the Standard 5 a tg Diligence. b gr idle, unprofitable, of Righteousness. b tg Chastity; injurious. e gr of our God and Good Works; tg Barren. Savior. Virtue. c D&C 107:31 (30–31). 2 a D&C 76:7 (5–10). c tg  Knowledge; 10 a tg Election. 3 a D&C 76:55 (53–60). Learn; b D&C 50:44. b D&C 45:8. Study. 11 a tg Immortality. c tg Godliness. 6 a gr self-control. b tg  Kingdom of God, d gr through, by. tg Temperance. on Earth. e tg Virtue. b tg Patience. 13 a gr right, just, 4 a tg Promise. c gr reverence, piety, righteous. b D&C 93:28 (27–28). godliness. b D&C 93:4, 35. c tg Earth, Purpose of. 7 a tg Brotherhood and 14 a John 21:19 (18–19). d 1 Sam. 10:6. Sisterhood. e 2 Pet. 2:18. b tg Benevolence; 2 Peter 1:16–2:8 1552 have these things always in remem- But there were a false prophets also brance. among the people, even as there 16 For we have not followed cun- shall be b false c teachers among you, ningly devised a fables, when we who privily shall bring in damna- made known unto you the power ble heresies, even denying the Lord and coming of our Lord Jesus that d bought them, and bring upon Christ, but were beyewitnesses of his themselves swift destruction. majesty. 2 And many shall follow their per- 17 For he received from God the nicious ways; by reason of whom the Father honour and glory, when there way of atruth shall be evil spoken of. came such a voice to him from the 3 And through covetousness shall excellent glory, This is my a beloved they with afeigned words make mer- Son, in whom I am well pleased. chandise of you: whose b judgment 18 And this a voice which came now of a long time lingereth not, and from heaven we heard, when we their c damnation slumbereth not. were with him in the holy b mount. 4 For if God spared not the a angels 19 aWe have also a more bsure word that sinned, but cast them down to of c prophecy; whereunto ye do well b hell, and delivered them into chains that ye take heed, as unto a light of darkness, to be reserved unto that shineth in a dark place, until c judgment; the day dawn, and the day d star 5 And spared not the old world, arise in your hearts: but saved a Noah the eighth person, 20 Knowing this first, that a no a preacher of b righteousness, bring- b prophecy of the c scripture is of any ing in the c flood upon the world of private d interpretation. the ungodly; 21 For the a prophecy came not in 6 And turning the cities of a Sodom old time by the will of man: but and Gomorrha into ashes con- holy men of God b spake as they were demned them with an overthrow, c moved by the d Holy Ghost. making them an b ensample unto those that after should live ungodly; Chapter 2 7 And delivered just a Lot, b vexed with the c filthy conversation of the False teachers among the Saints are wicked: damned—Lustful Saints will perish in 8 (For that righteous man dwelling their own corruption. among them, in seeing and hearing, 16 a 1 Tim. 1:4. scriptures is given of any c tg Damnation. b Matt. 17:2 (1–9); private will of man. 4 a tg Angels; John 1:14. b tg Prophecy. Death, Spiritual, First; tg Witness. c tg Scriptures, Study of. Spirits, Evil or Unclean. 17 a tg Witness of the d Gen. 40:8. b 1 Tim. 3:6. Father. 21 a tg Prophecy; tg Hell. 18 a tg Revelation; Scriptures, Value of; c tg Judgment, the Last. Witness of the Father. Scriptures, Writing of. 5 a Gen. 8:1; b Luke 9:28 (28–36). b tg Holy Ghost, Heb. 11:7; 19 a jst 2 Pet. 1:19 We have Mission of. 1 Pet. 3:20 (20–21). therefore a more sure c tg Inspiration. b tg Righteousness. knowledge of the word d tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of. c tg Earth, Cleansing of; of prophecy, to which 2 1 a tg Apostasy of the Flood. word of prophecy ye Early Christian Church; 6 a Gen. 19:24; do well that ye take False Prophets. Jude 1:7 (4–7). heed . . . b tg False Doctrine; b gr token, example. b D&C 68:12; 88:3 (3–4); False Priesthoods. 7 a Gen. 19:15 (12–22). 132:19, 49. c tg Teacher. b gr oppressed by the c D&C 131:5. d 1 Cor. 6:20. outrageous behavior d Rev. 2:28; 22:16 (6–16). 2 a tg Truth. of the lawless. 20 a jst 2 Pet. 1:20 . . . 3 a Rom. 16:18. c tg Filthiness. no prophecy of the b Deut. 32:35. 1553 2 Peter 2:9–22 a vexed his righteous soul from day 16 But was rebuked for his iniq- to day with their unlawful deeds;) uity: the dumb a ass speaking with 9 The Lord knoweth how to a de- man’s voice forbad the madness of liver the b godly out of c temptations, the prophet. and to d reserve the unjust unto the 17 These are a wells without water, day of e judgment to be punished: clouds that are carried with a tem- 10 But chiefly them that a walk pest; to whom the b mist of c darkness after the flesh in the b lust of c un- is reserved for ever. cleanness, and despise dgovernment. 18 For when they a speak great e Presumptuous are they, selfwilled, swelling words of b vanity, they c al- they are not afraid to speak evil of lure through the d lusts of the flesh, dignities. through much wantonness, those that 11 Whereas angels, which are were clean e escaped from them who greater in power and might, bring live in error. not railing accusation against them 19 While they promise them a lib- before the Lord. erty, they themselves are the b ser- 12 But these, as a natural brute vants of c corruption: for of whom beasts, made to be taken and de- a man is overcome, of the same is stroyed, speak evil of the things that he brought in d bondage. they understand not; and shall ut- 20 For if after they have a escaped terly bperish in their own corruption; the bpollutions of the world through 13 And shall receive the areward of the knowledge of the Lord and Sav- unrighteousness, as they that count iour Jesus Christ, they are c again it b pleasure to c riot in the day time. d entangled therein, and e overcome, Spots they are and blemishes, sport- the latter end is f worse with them ing themselves with their own de- than the beginning. ceivings while they feast with you; 21 For it had been better for 14 Having eyes full of adultery, them not to have a known the way and that cannot cease from sin; of b righteousness, than, after they beguiling unstable souls: an heart have known it, to c turn from the they have exercised with covetous holy commandment delivered unto practices; cursed children: them. 15 Which have a forsaken the right 22 But it is happened unto them b way, and are gone c astray, follow- according to the true proverb, The ing the way of d Balaam the son of dog is turned to his own a vomit Bosor, who loved the e wages of un- again; and the sow that was bwashed righteousness; to her wallowing in the mire. 8 a gr oppressed, afflicted. b Hag. 1:7. Jude 1:4. 9 a tg Deliver. c Prov. 21:16; c tg Sin. b tg Godliness. Isa. 53:6. d tg Bondage, Spiritual. c tg Temptation. d Num. 22:5; 20 a Heb. 6:4 (4–6); d D&C 38:5 (5–6). Deut. 23:4; 1 Ne. 8:28 (24–28). e Alma 11:44 (41–44); Rev. 2:14 (12–17). b tg Pollution. 12:15 (14–18). e tg Selfishness; c Ps. 85:8; 10 a tg Walking in Darkness. Wages. D&C 42:26. b tg Lust; 16 a Num. 22:30. d 2 Cor. 2:11; Sexual Immorality. 17 a Jude 1:12 (7–21). D&C 20:5. c tg Uncleanness. b 1 Ne. 8:23 (23–24); 12:17. e D&C 76:35 (34–35). d gr constituted authority. c D&C 95:12; f Alma 24:30. tg Governments. 133:72 (71–74). 21 a tg God, Knowledge e tg Boast. 18 a Ps. 73:8; about. 12 a Mosiah 3:19. Jude 1:16. b tg Righteousness. b Morm. 4:5. b tg Vanity. c Heb. 10:39. 13 a tg Reward. c gr entice, entrap. 22 a Prov. 26:11. b tg Pleasure. d Jude 1:11 (7–21). tg Apostasy of Individ- c tg Rioting and Reveling. e 2 Pet. 1:4. uals; Apostasy of the 15 a tg Apostasy of 19 a tg Liberty. Early Christian Church. Individuals. b gr slaves. b tg Wash. 2 Peter 3:1–16 1554 Chapter 3 9 The Lord is not slack concern- ing his promise, as some men count Some in the latter days will doubt the slackness; but is a longsuffering to Second Coming—The elements will melt at the coming of the Lord. us-ward, not willing that any should b perish, but that all should come to This second epistle, beloved, I now c repentance. a write unto you; in both which I stir 10 But the a day of the Lord will up your pure minds by way of b re- b come as a thief in the night; in membrance: the which the heavens shall c pass 2 That ye may be mindful of the away with a great noise, and the words which were spoken before d elements shall melt with fervent by the holy a prophets, and of the heat, the e earth also and the works commandment of us the apostles that are therein shall be burned up. of the Lord and Saviour: 11 Seeing then that all these things 3 a Knowing this first, that there shall be dissolved, what a manner shall come in the b last days scoff- of persons ought ye to be in all holy ers, walking after their own c lusts, b conversation and godliness, 4 And saying, aWhere is the bprom- 12 a Looking for and b hasting unto ise of his c coming? for since the the c coming of the d day of God, fathers fell asleep, all things con- wherein the heavens being on fire tinue as they were from the begin- shall be dissolved, and the elements ning of the creation. shall melt with fervent heat? 5 For this they willingly are a igno- 13 Nevertheless we, according to rant of, that by the b word of God the his promise, look for new a heavens heavens were of old, and the c earth and a bnew cearth, wherein dwelleth standing out of the water and in d righteousness. the water: 14 Wherefore, beloved, seeing that 6 Whereby the world that then ye look for such things, be a diligent was, being a overflowed with b wa- that ye may be found of him in ter, perished: peace, without bspot, and blameless. 7 But the heavens and the earth, 15 And a account that the b longsuf- which are now, by the same word fering of our Lord is salvation; even are kept in store, reserved unto a fire as our beloved brother Paul also ac- against the day of judgment and cording to the wisdom given unto b perdition of ungodly men. him hath written unto you; 8 But, beloved, be not ignorant of 16 As also in all his epistles, speak- this one thing, that one day is with ing in them of these things; in which the Lord as a thousand a years, and are some things hard to be under- a thousand years as one day. stood, which they that are unlearned 3 1 a tg Scriptures, 7 a tg Earth, Cleansing of. b 1 Pet. 1:15. Writing of. b tg Death, Spiritual, 12 a D&C 35:15; 49:23. b Alma 5:6 (3–13). Second; b tg Haste. 2 a 1 Pet. 1:10. Sons of Perdition. c Heb. 9:28; tg Prophets, 8 a Alma 40:8; Rev. 1:7; Mission of. Abr. 3:4 (4–9). D&C 39:23. 3 a jst 2 Pet. 3:3–13 tg Time. d D&C 45:30. (Appendix). 9 a tg Forbear. 13 a tg Heaven. b tg Last Days. b Ezek. 18:23 (23–24). b tg Earth, Renewal of; c tg Lust; Selfishness. c tg Repent. Millennium. 4 a D&C 45:26. 10 a tg Day of the Lord. c Ether 13:9. b Matt. 16:3 (1–5). b tg Jesus Christ, Second d tg Righteousness. c Isa. 5:19 (18–19). Coming. 14 a D&C 88:63; 101:38. 5 a tg Ignorance. c Ps. 102:26 (25–26); tg Dedication; b tg Jesus Christ, Creator. Isa. 51:6. Diligence. c tg Creation. d tg World, End of. b D&C 38:31. 6 a tg Flood. e tg Earth, Destiny of. 15 a gr count, regard. b Gen. 7:19. 11 a 3 Ne. 27:27. b tg Forbear. 1555 2 Peter 3:17–1 John 1:9 and unstable a wrest, as they do also the error of the wicked, fall from the other bscriptures, unto their own your own d steadfastness. destruction. 18 But grow in a grace, and in the 17 Ye therefore, beloved, a seeing knowledge of our Lord and Saviour ye know these things before, beware Jesus Christ. To him be glory both lest ye also, being b led c away with now and for ever. Amen. The First Epistle General of John Chapter 1 the c Father, and with his Son Jesus The Saints gain fellowship with God by Christ. obedience—We must confess our sins 4 And these things a write we unto you, that your joy may be full. to gain forgiveness. 5 This then is the message which T hat which was from the we have heard of him, and declare a b beginning, which we have unto you, that God is a light, and in heard, which we have seen him is no b darkness at all. with our eyes, which we have looked 6 If we say that we have fellowship upon, and our hands have handled, with him, and a walk in b darkness, of the c Word of life; we lie, and do not the truth: 2 (For the life was manifested, and 7 But if we a walk in the light, as he we have seen it, and bear witness, is in the light, we have fellowship and a shew unto you that b eternal one with another, and the b blood life, which was with the Father, and of Jesus Christ his Son c cleanseth was manifested unto us;) us from all sin. 3 That which we have a seen and 8 If we say that we have a no b sin, heard declare we unto you, that ye we c deceive ourselves, and the truth also may have fellowship with us: is not in us. and truly our b fellowship is with 9 If we a confess our sins, he is 16 a gr twist, distort. is the testimony which we b tg Darkness, Spiritual; 1 Ne. 13:29 (24–29); give of that which was Walking in Darkness. Alma 13:20; from the beginning . . . 6 a tg Walking in Darkness. D&C 10:63. b John 1:2 (1–4, 14). b 2 Ne. 15:20. b tg Scriptures, c tg Jesus Christ, 7 a tg Walking with God. Preservation of. Messenger of the b Acts 20:28; 17 a jst 2 Pet. 3:17 . . . seeing Covenant. Rev. 7:14; ye know before the 2 a gr declare, announce, D&C 29:17. things which are coming, bring tidings. tg Blood, Symbolism of. beware lest . . . b John 17:3; c Rev. 12:11 (10–12); b 2 Ne. 28:14 (3–14). 1 Jn. 5:20. D&C 50:28. c tg Apostasy of the 3 a tg Witness. tg Jesus Christ, Early Christian Church. b tg Fellowshipping. Atonement through. d tg Steadfastness. c Moses 6:68. 8 a Prov. 30:20. 18 a tg Grace. 4 a tg Scriptures, Writing of. b tg Sin. 5 a John 8:12. c tg Lying. [1 John] tg God, Perfection of; 9 a tg Confession; 1 1 a jst 1 Jn. 1:1 Brethren, this Light [noun]. Repent. 1 John 1:10–2:14 1556 faithful and b just to c forgive us our mandment unto you, but an old sins, and to d cleanse us from all un- commandment which ye had from righteousness. the beginning. The old command- 10 If we say that we have a not ment is the word which ye have sinned, we make him a liar, and his heard from the beginning. word is not in us. 8 Again, a new commandment I write unto you, a which thing is Chapter 2 true in him and in you: because the b darkness is c past, and the true Christ is our Advocate with the Father— We know God by obedience—Love not d light now shineth. the world—Anti-Christs will come in 9 He that saith he is in the light, the last days. and hateth his brother, is in dark- ness even until now. My little children, these things write 10 He that a loveth his b brother I unto you, that ye sin not. aAnd if abideth in the light, and there is any man sin, we have an b advocate none occasion of stumbling in him. with the Father, Jesus Christ the 11 But he that hateth his brother is righteous: in darkness, and a walketh in dark- 2 And he is the a propitiation for ness, and knoweth not whither he our sins: and not for ours only, but goeth, because that darkness hath also for the sins of the whole b world. blinded his eyes. 3 And hereby we do know that 12 I a write unto you, little b chil- we know him, if we a keep his com- dren, because your sins are forgiven mandments. you c for his d name’s sake. 4 He that saith, I know him, and 13 I write unto you, fathers, be- keepeth not his a commandments, is cause ye have known him that is a b liar, and the truth is not in him. from the beginning. I write unto 5 But whoso a keepeth his word, in you, young men, because ye have him verily is the love of God per- overcome the wicked one. I write fected: hereby know we that we are unto you, little children, because b in him. ye have known the Father. 6 He that saith he a abideth in him 14 I have written unto you, fathers, ought himself also so to b walk, even because ye have known him that is as he walked. from the beginning. I have written 7 a Brethren, I write no new com- unto you, young men, because ye 9 b tg God, Justice of; b Alma 11:41 (40–41); him, and in you . . . Justice. D&C 21:9; 76:41 (41–43). b tg Darkness, Spiritual. c tg Forgive. 3 a 1 Jn. 3:22 (22–24); c gr passing away. d tg Purification; 5:3 (2–3). d 2 Ne. 3:5; Purity. 4 a 1 Jn. 3:6. D&C 50:24. 10 a Prov. 28:13. b tg Lying. 10 a D&C 95:12. 2 1 a jst 1 Jn. 2:1 . . . But if 5 a tg Obedience. tg Family, Love within; any man sin and repent, b 2 Cor. 5:17. Love. we have an advocate . . . 6 a John 15:4. b tg Brotherhood and b gr intercessor, helper, b Matt. 11:29; Sisterhood. comforter. 2 Ne. 31:12 (12–13); 11 a tg Walking in Darkness. tg Jesus Christ, Moro. 7:4 (3–4); 12 a tg Scriptures, Authority of; D&C 19:23. Writing of. Jesus Christ, Relation- 7 a jst 1 Jn. 2:7 Brethren, I b Mosiah 5:7; ships with the Father; write a new command- Moses 6:52. Salvation, Plan of. ment unto you, but it is c gr because of, through 2 a tg Jesus Christ, the same commandment His name. Atonement through; which ye had from the d 1 Sam. 12:22; Jesus Christ, Redeemer; beginning . . . Ps. 23:3; Jesus Christ, Savior; 8 a jst 1 Jn. 2:8 . . . which Acts 4:12; Redemption; thing was of old ordained 1 Ne. 20:9. Remission of Sins. of God; and is true in 1557 1 John 2:15–3:2 are strong, and the word of God which ye have heard from the be- abideth in you, and ye have over- ginning. If that which ye have heard come the wicked one. from the a beginning shall remain 15 Love not the a world, neither the in you, ye also shall continue in the things that are in the b world. If any Son, and in the Father. man love the world, the c love of the 25 And this is the a promise that he Father is not in him. hath promised us, even b eternal life. 16 For all that is in the world, the 26 These things have I written unto a lust of the flesh, and the lust of the you concerning them that a seduce eyes, and the b pride of life, is not you. of the Father, but is of the c world. 27 But the anointing which ye have 17 And the a world b passeth away, received of him abideth in you, and and the lust thereof: but he that ye need not that any man ateach you: doeth the c will of God d abideth but as the same banointing cteacheth for ever. you of all things, and is truth, and 18 Little children, it is the last time: is no lie, and even as it hath taught and as ye have heard that aantichrist you, ye shall abide in him. shall come, even now are there many 28 And now, little children, abide b antichrists; whereby we know that in him; that, when he shall ap- it is the last time. pear, we may have confidence, and 19 They went out from us, but not be ashamed before him at his they were not of us; for if they had coming. been of us, they would no doubt have 29 If ye know that he is righteous, continued with us: but they went ye know that every one that doeth out, that they might be made mani­ a righteousness is b born of him. fest that they were not all of us. 20 But ye have an aunction from the Chapter 3 b Holy One, and ye know all things. 21 I have not written unto you The sons of God will become like because ye know not the truth, Christ—Love for others is required to but because ye know it, and that no gain eternal life—Obedience ensures lie is of the truth. us an answer to our prayers. 22 Who is a a liar but he that de- Behold, what manner of a love the nieth that Jesus is the Christ? He is Father hath bestowed upon us, that b antichrist, that denieth the Father we should be called the b sons of and the Son. God: therefore the c world knoweth 23 Whosoever denieth the Son, the us not, because it knew him not. same hath not the Father: [but] he 2 Beloved, now are we the a sons that a acknowledgeth the Son hath the of God, and it doth not yet appear Father also. what we shall be: but we know that, 24 Let that therefore abide in you, when he shall b appear, we shall be 15 a tg World. False Prophets. b tg Anointing. b tg Worldliness. b tg Apostasy of the c John 6:45; c D&C 95:12. Early Christian Church. 1 Thes. 4:9. 16 a tg Chastity; 20 a gr anointing. 29 a tg Righteousness. Lust; b tg Holiness. b tg Man, New, Sensuality. 22 a Alma 5:39 (38–40). Spiritually Reborn. b gr haughtiness, b tg Antichrist. 3 1 a tg God, Love of. ostentation. 23 a John 14:7. b gr children, people. tg Pride. 24 a 2 Jn. 1:6. Isa. 56:5. c Mark 7:21 (21–22). 25 a D&C 88:4. c tg World. 17 a 1 Cor. 7:31 (29–31). tg Promise. 2 a gr children, people. b tg World, End of. b John 17:3 (2–3); tg Sons and Daughters c tg God, Will of. 2 Ne. 31:20. of God. d Ps. 125:1; 26 a gr deceive, lead astray, b Col. 3:4. 3 Ne. 14:21. cause to wander. tg God, Body of, 18 a tg Antichrist; 27 a D&C 43:15. Corporeal Nature. 1 John 3:3–19 1558 c like him; for we shall d see him as 11 For this is the a message that ye he is. heard from the beginning, that we 3 And every man that hath this should love one another. a hope in him b purifieth himself, 12 Not as a Cain, who was of that even as he is c pure. wicked one, and slew his brother. 4 Whosoever committeth sin atrans- And wherefore slew he him? Be- gresseth also the law: for b sin is the cause his own works were evil, and transgression of the law. his brother’s righteous. 5 And ye know that he was mani­ 13 Marvel not, my brethren, if the fested to take away our a sins; and world hate you. in him is no sin. 14 We know that we have passed 6 Whosoever abideth in him a sin- from death unto a life, because we neth not: b whosoever sinneth hath love the b brethren. He that c loveth not seen him, neither c known him. not his brother abideth in d death. 7 Little children, let no man de- 15 Whosoever a hateth his brother ceive you: he that doeth righteous- is a murderer: and ye know that no ness is righteous, even as he is righ- b murderer hath eternal life abiding teous. in him. 8 He that a committeth b sin is of 16 Hereby perceive we the a love of the devil; for the devil c sinneth b God, because he laid down his life from the beginning. For this pur- for us: and we ought to lay down pose the Son of God was manifested, our lives for the brethren. that he might destroy the works of 17 But whoso hath this world’s the d devil. good, and seeth his a brother have 9 Whosoever is a born of God b doth b need, and c shutteth up his bowels not commit sin; for his seed re- of d compassion from him, how dwell- maineth in him: and he cannot sin, eth the love of God in him? because he is born of God. 18 My little children, let us not love 10 In this the children of God are in word, a neither in tongue; but in a manifest, and the b children of the b deed and in truth. devil: whosoever doeth not c righ- 19 And hereby we know that we teousness is not of God, neither he are of the truth, and shall assure that loveth not his brother. our hearts before him. 2 c Alma 5:19 (14, 19); c 1 Jn. 2:4. 1 Tim. 6:2; Moro. 7:48 (47–48). 8 a jst 1 Jn. 3:8 . . . D&C 45:5; 108:7. tg Eternal Life; Man, continueth in sin . . . tg Brotherhood and Potential to Become b tg Sin. Sisterhood. like Heavenly Father; c Gen. 3:1. c tg Love. Resurrection. d tg Devil. d tg Death, Spiritual, d Job 19:26 (25–27). 9 a tg Man, New, First. tg God, Privilege of Spiritually Reborn. 15 a Ps. 109:5 (3–5). Seeing. b jst 1 Jn. 3:9 . . . doth not tg Hate. 3 a tg Hope; Motivations. continue in sin; for the b tg Life, Sanctity of; b tg Chastity; Purification; Spirit of God remaineth Murder. Purity. in him; and he cannot 16 a John 10:15 (14–15); c 2 Cor. 5:21; continue in sin, because 15:13; 1 Pet. 1:16 (15–19); he is born of God, 1 Ne. 11:22 (22, 25). 2 Ne. 31:5 (5–7). having received that holy b jst 1 Jn. 3:16 . . . Christ . . . 4 a tg Transgress. Spirit of promise. 17 a 1 Jn. 4:20 (20–21). b tg Sin. 10 a gr conspicuous, b Luke 3:11. 5 a tg Forgive; apparent. c gr is hardhearted, Jesus Christ, Atonement b John 8:44; void of compassion. through; Acts 13:10. tg Hardheartedness. Jesus Christ, Redeemer. c Matt. 7:20. d Mosiah 4:22 (22–25). 6 a tg Sin. 11 a gr precept, doctrine. tg Compassion. b jst 1 Jn. 3:6 . . . 12 a Jude 1:11 (7–13). 18 a jst 1 Jn. 3:18 . . . neither whosoever continueth in 14 a John 5:24. in tongue only . . . sin hath not seen . . . b 1 Cor. 8:12; b tg Good Works. 1559 1 John 3:20–4:12 20 For if our heart condemn us, flesh is a not of God: and this is that God is greater than our heart, and spirit of b antichrist, whereof ye have a knoweth all things. heard that it should come; and even 21 Beloved, if our heart condemn now already is it in the world. us not, then have we a confidence 4 Ye are of God, little children, toward God. and have overcome them: because 22 And whatsoever we a ask, we greater is he that is in you, than he receive of him, because we b keep that is in the world. his c commandments, and do those 5 They are of the a world: therefore things that are pleasing in his sight. speak they of the world, and the 23 And this is his a command- world heareth them. ment, That we should b believe on 6 We are of God: he that knoweth the c name of his Son Jesus Christ, God a heareth us; he that is not of and d love one another, as he gave God heareth not us. Hereby b know us commandment. we the c spirit of truth, and the spirit 24 And he that keepeth his com- of d error. mandments a dwelleth in him, and 7 Beloved, let us a love one another: he in him. And hereby we know for b love is of God; and every one that he b abideth in us, by the c Spirit that loveth is c born of God, and which he hath given us. knoweth God. 8 He that loveth not a knoweth not Chapter 4 God; for God is love. Try the spirits—God is love and dwells 9 In this was manifested the love in those who love Him. of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the Beloved, believe not every a spirit, world, that we might a live through but b try the c spirits whether they him. are of God: because many d false 10 Herein is love, not that we loved prophets are gone out into the world. God, but that he a loved us, and b sent 2 Hereby a know ye the b Spirit of his Son to be the c propitiation for God: Every spirit that confesseth our sins. that Jesus Christ is come in the 11 Beloved, if God so loved us, we c flesh is of God: ought also to love one another. 3 And every spirit that confesseth 12 a No man hath b seen God at any not that Jesus Christ is come in the time. If we love one another, c God 20 a tg God, Intelligence of. discern. Mission of. 21 a Alma 5:27. 1 Thes. 5:21; d gr deception, 22 a tg Prayer. D&C 11:12 (12–14); wandering, sin. b 1 Jn. 2:3. 50:31 (1–3, 31–35); 7 a tg Love. c tg Good Works. 129:9 (1–9). b tg God, Love of. 23 a tg Commandments c tg Spirits, Evil or c tg Man, New, of God. Unclean. Spiritually Reborn. b tg Faith. d tg Apostasy of the 8 a John 17:3. c 2 Ne. 25:20; Early Christian Church; 9 a John 3:16. Mosiah 3:17; False Prophets. 10 a 2 Thes. 2:16. D&C 11:30; 20:29. 2 a tg Discernment, b tg Jesus Christ, tg Jesus Christ, Taking Spiritual. Authority of. the Name of. b tg God, Spirit of. c tg Jesus Christ, d tg Family, Love within. c tg Flesh and Blood. Atonement through; 24 a John 6:56; 3 a D&C 50:32. Jesus Christ, Redeemer. Rom. 8:9; b tg Antichrist. 12 a jst 1 Jn. 4:12 No man 1 Cor. 2:16; 5 a tg Worldliness. hath seen God at any 2 Cor. 13:5; 6 a John 8:47; 13:20; time, except them who 1 Jn. 4:13 (7–21). D&C 1:38 (14, 37–38); believe . . . b John 14:23. 29:7; 84:36 (35–39). b D&C 93:1; 110:2 (1–3); c 1 Cor. 2:10; 1 Thes. 4:8. b tg Discernment, Abr. 3:11 (11–12); 4 1 a Moro. 7:12 (12–17). Spiritual. JS—H 1:17 (16–17). b gr test, prove by trial, c tg Holy Ghost, c 2 Cor. 13:5. 1 John 4:13–5:9 1560 d dwelleth in us, and his love is per- in Christ—Water, blood, and the Spirit fected in us. testify of Christ—Belief in Christ is 13 Hereby know we that we a dwell required in order to gain eternal life. in him, and he in us, because he Whosoever believeth that Jesus is hath given us of his Spirit. the Christ is born of God: and every 14 And we have seen and do a tes- one that loveth him that begat loveth tify that the Father b sent the Son to be the c Saviour of the d world. him also that is begotten of him. 2 By this we know that we a love 15 Whosoever shall a confess that the b children of God, when we love Jesus is the Son of God, God dwell- eth in him, and he in God. God, and keep his commandments. 16 And we have known and be- 3 For this is the a love of God, that lieved the love that God hath to us. we b keep his commandments: and God is love; and he that a dwelleth his commandments are not cgrievous. in love dwelleth in God, and God 4 For whatsoever is a born of God in him. b overcometh the world: and this is 17 Herein is our love made perfect, the c victory that overcometh the that we may have boldness in the world, even our faith. day of judgment: because as he a is, 5 Who is he that a overcometh the so are we in this world. world, but he that believeth that 18 There is no a fear in b love; but Jesus is the Son of God? perfect c love casteth out fear: be- 6 This is he that a came by water cause fear hath d torment. He that and blood, even Jesus Christ; not by feareth is not made perfect in love. water only, but by water and blood. And it is the b Spirit that beareth 19 We a love him, because he first c witness, because the Spirit is truth. loved us. 7 For there are three that bear 20 If a man say, I love God, and record in heaven, the a Father, the a hateth his b brother, he is a c liar: for he that loveth not his dbrother whom Word, and the Holy Ghost: and these he hath seen, how can he love God three are b one. 8 And there are three that bear whom he hath not e seen? witness in earth, the a Spirit, and 21 And this commandment have the water, and the b blood: and these we from him, That he who a loveth three agree in one. God love his brother also. 9 If we receive the awitness of men, the b witness of God is greater: for Chapter 5 this is the c witness of God which he Saints are born of God through belief hath testified of his Son. 12 d 1 Cor. 2:16. 19 a tg Love. Matt. 11:30. 13 a 1 Jn. 3:24. 20 a tg Family, Love within; 4 a Rom. 12:2 (1–2). 14 a tg Witness. Hate. b Rev. 3:21; b tg Jesus Christ, b tg Brotherhood and D&C 64:2. Authority of. Sisterhood. c 1 Cor. 15:57. c tg Jesus Christ, Savior. c tg Lying. 5 a Rev. 2:7 (1–7). d D&C 66:1. d 1 Jn. 3:17 (10–18). 6 a tg Jesus Christ, 15 a tg Testimony. e tg God, Privilege of Condescension of. 16 a D&C 42:45. Seeing. b D&C 1:39. 17 a tg Jesus Christ, 21 a tg Fellowshipping; c tg Holy Ghost, Exemplar. Love. Mission of. 18 a Philip. 1:14 (12–17); 5 2 a tg Family, Love within. 7 a tg Godhead. D&C 50:41 (41, 42). b tg Sons and Daughters b tg Unity. tg Courage; of God. 8 a Moses 6:59 (59–60). Fearful. 3 a tg God, the Standard of b tg Blood, Symbolism of. b tg Family, Love within. Righteousness. 9 a D&C 6:23 (22–24). c tg Love. b 1 Jn. 2:3. b tg Witness. d gr correction, c gr burdensome, c tg Witness of the Father. punishment. oppressive. 1561 1 John 5:10–2 John 1:4 10 He that a believeth on the Son of 16 If any man see his brother sin a God hath the bwitness in himself: he sin which is not unto death, he shall that believeth not God hath made ask, and he shall give him life for him a liar; because he believeth not them that sin not unto death. There the c record that God gave of his Son. is a sin unto death: I do not say that 11 And this is the record, that God he shall pray for it. hath given to us a eternal life, and 17 All unrighteousness is a sin: and this b life is in his Son. there is a b sin not unto death. 12 He that hath the Son hath life; 18 We know that whosoever is and he that hath not the Son of God a born of God b sinneth not; but he hath not life. that is begotten of God ckeepeth him­ 13 These things have I a written self, and that d wicked one toucheth unto you that believe on the name him not. of the Son of God; that ye may know 19 And we know that we are of that ye have eternal b life, and that a God, and the whole b world lieth ye may believe on the name of the in c wickedness. Son of God. 20 And we know that the Son of 14 And this is the confidence that God is come, and hath given us an we have in him, that, if we ask any understanding, that we may know thing according to his a will, he him that is true, and we are in him b heareth us: that is true, even in his Son Jesus 15 And if we know that he hear Christ. This is the true God, and us, whatsoever we a ask, we know a eternal life. that we have the petitions that we 21 Little children, keep yourselves b desired of him. from idols. Amen. The Second Epistle of John John rejoices because the children of the 2 For the truth’s sake, which dwell­ elect lady are true and faithful. eth in us, and shall be with us for ever. T he elder unto the elect lady and her children, whom I love in the truth; and not I only, but also all they that have known the truth; 3 Grace be with you, mercy, and peace, from God the Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love. 4 I rejoiced greatly that I found of 10 a tg Faith. b Ps. 4:1 (1, 3). of God and keepeth b tg Testimony. 15 a tg Prayer. himself, that wicked c gr testimony, witness. b Ps. 145:19. one overcometh him not. 11 a tg Eternal Life. 17 a tg Sin. c gr guards, shields. b John 1:4; b D&C 64:7. d James 1:27 (22–27). 2 Tim. 1:10. 18 a tg Man, New, 19 a tg Called of God. 13 a John 20:31. Spiritually Reborn. b D&C 84:49 (49–53). tg Record Keeping. b jst 1 Jn. 5:18 . . . c tg Wickedness. b 2 Ne. 31:20. continueth not in sin; 20 a 1 Jn. 1:2. 14 a tg God, Will of. but he that is begotten 2 John 1:5–3 John 1:9 1562 thy children walking in truth, as a wrought, but that we receive a we have received a commandment full reward. from the Father. 9 Whosoever transgresseth, and 5 And now I beseech thee, lady, not abideth not in the doctrine of Christ, as though I wrote a new command­ hath not God. He that abideth in the ment unto thee, but that which we doctrine of Christ, he hath both the had from the beginning, that we Father and the Son. love one another. 10 If there come any unto you, and 6 And this is a love, that we b walk bring not this doctrine, receive him after his commandments. This is not into your a house, neither bid the commandment, That, as ye him God speed: have heard from the c beginning, ye 11 For he that biddeth him God should walk in it. speed is a partaker of his evil deeds. 7 For many a deceivers are en­ 12 Having many things to write tered into the world, who confess unto you, I would not a write with not that Jesus Christ is come in paper and ink: but I trust to come the flesh. This is a deceiver and an unto you, and speak face to face, b antichrist. that our joy may be full. 8 Look to yourselves, that we lose 13 The children of thy elect sister not those things which we have greet thee. Amen. The Third Epistle of John John commends Gaius for his help to 5 Beloved, thou doest faithfully those who love the truth. whatsoever thou doest to the abreth­ ren, and to b strangers; T he elder unto the wellbe­ loved Gaius, whom I love in the truth. 2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in 6 Which have borne witness of thy charity before the church: whom if thou bring forward on their jour­ ney after a godly sort, thou shalt do well: health, even as thy soul prospereth. 7 Because that for his name’s sake 3 For I rejoiced greatly, when the they went forth, taking nothing of brethren came and testified of the the Gentiles. truth that is in thee, even as thou 8 We therefore ought to receive walkest in the truth. such, that we might be fellowhelp­ 4 I have no greater a joy than to ers to the truth. hear that my b children c walk in 9 I wrote unto the church: but truth. Diotrephes, who loveth to have the 1 6 a tg Family, Love within. acquired. [3 John] b tg Walking with God. 10 a 1 Cor. 5:11. 1 4 a tg Joy. c 1 Jn. 2:24. 11 a 1 Tim. 5:22. b 1 Jn. 5:21. 7 a tg Deceit. 12 a tg Scriptures, c tg Walking with God. b tg Antichrist. Writing of. 5 a D&C 84:88 (88–92). 8 a gr performed, b tg Stranger. 1563 3 JOHN 1:10–JUDE 1:6 a preeminence among them, b receiv- he that doeth evil hath not seen eth us not. God. 10 Wherefore, if I come, I will re- 12 Demetrius hath good report of member his deeds which he doeth, all men, and of the truth itself: yea, a prating against us with malicious and we also bear record; and ye know words: and not content therewith, that our a record is true. neither doth he himself receive the 13 I had many things to write, but brethren, and forbiddeth them that I will not with ink and pen a write would, and casteth them out of the unto thee: church. 14 But I trust I shall shortly see 11 Beloved, follow not that which thee, and we shall speak face to face. is evil, but that which is good. He Peace be to thee. Our friends salute that doeth a good is of God: but thee. Greet the friends by name. THE GENERAL EPISTLE OF JUDE Contend for the faith—Some angels kept ye should c earnestly d contend for not their first estate—Michael disputed the faith which was once delivered about the body of Moses—Enoch prophe- unto the saints. sied of the Second Coming—Mockers 4 For there are certain a men crept will come in the last days. in unawares, who were before of old ordained to this condemnation, JUDE, the bservant of Jesus Christ, ungodly men, turning the grace of a b and brother of James, to them our God into c lasciviousness, and that are sanctified by God the d denying the only Lord God, and Father, and preserved in Jesus our Lord Jesus Christ. Christ, and called: 5 I will therefore put you in re- 2 Mercy unto you, and peace, and membrance, though ye once knew love, be multiplied. this, how that the Lord, having 3 Beloved, when I gave all diligence a saved the people out of the land of to a write unto you of the common Egypt, afterward b destroyed them b salvation, it was needful for me to that c believed not. write unto you, and exhort you that 6 And the a angels which kept not 9 a TG Unrighteous brother of James; to JS—H 1:19. Dominion. them who are sanctified b TG Godliness. b TG Apostasy of the of the Father; and pre- c GR licentiousness. Early Christian Church. served in Jesus Christ; d TG Apostasy of the 10 a Num. 16:3. b TG Servant. Early Christian Church. 11 a Moro. 7:12. 3 a TG Scriptures, Lost. 5 a 1 Cor. 10:5 (5, 9). 12 a GR witness, testimony. b 2 Ne. 2:4; 26:33; b Deut. 1:35. 13 a TG Scriptures, Writing of. A of F 1:3. c TG Unbelief. c TG Zeal. 6 a TG Angels; [ JUDE ] d Philip. 1:27; Death, Spiritual, First; 1 1 a JST Jude 1:1 Jude, the D&C 112:5. Devil; servant of God, called 4 a 2 Pet. 2:19; Sons of Perdition; of Jesus Christ, and D&C 29:45; Spirits, Evil or Unclean. Jude 1:7–23 1564 their b first c estate, but left their ing a stars, to whom is reserved the own habitation, he hath reserved in blackness of darkness for ever. everlasting chains under darkness 14 And a Enoch also, the seventh unto the djudgment of the great day. from Adam, prophesied of these, 7 Even as a Sodom and Gomorrha, saying, Behold, the Lord b cometh and the cities about them in like with ten thousands of his c saints, manner, giving themselves over 15 To a execute b judgment upon to b fornication, and going after all, and to convince all that are c strange flesh, are set forth for an ungodly among them of all their d example, suffering the e vengeance ungodly deeds which they have un- of eternal fire. godly committed, and of all their 8 Likewise also these a filthy dream- hard c speeches which ungodly sin- ers b defile the flesh, despise domin- ners have spoken against him. ion, and speak evil of dignities. 16 These are a murmurers, com- 9 Yet a Michael the b archangel, plainers, walking after their own when contending with the devil he b lusts; and their mouth c speaketh disputed about the body of c Moses, great swelling words, having men’s durst not bring against him a rail- persons in admiration because of ing accusation, but said, The Lord d advantage. rebuke thee. 17 But, beloved, remember ye the 10 But these speak evil of those words which were spoken before things which they know not: but of the apostles of our Lord Jesus what they know naturally, as brute Christ; beasts, in those things they corrupt 18 How that they told you there themselves. should be amockers in the blast time, 11 Woe unto them! for they have who should c walk after their own gone in the way of a Cain, and ran ungodly lusts. greedily after the error of b Balaam 19 These be they who a separate for reward, and c perished in the themselves, sensual, having not the gainsaying of Core. b Spirit. 12 These are spots in your feasts 20 But ye, beloved, a building up of charity, when they feast with yourselves on your most holy faith, you, feeding themselves without praying in the Holy Ghost, fear: a clouds they are without water, 21 Keep yourselves in the love of carried about of winds; trees whose God, looking for the mercy of our fruit withereth, without fruit, twice Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life. dead, plucked up by the roots; 22 And of some have a compassion, 13 Raging waves of the sea, foam- making a difference: ing out their own shame; wander- 23 And others save with fear, 6 b tg Man, Antemortal 11 a Gen. 4:5 (1–15); Authority of. Existence of. 1 Jn. 3:12. b tg Accountability; c Abr. 3:26 (24–28). b 2 Pet. 2:18. Jesus Christ, Judge. d tg Judgment, the Last. c jst Jude 1:11 . . . shall c Ps. 139:20 (17–24). 7 a Gen. 19:24; perish . . . 16 a tg Murmuring. 2 Pet. 2:6 (1–9). Num. 16. b tg Lust. b tg Fornication. 12 a 2 Pet. 2:17. c 2 Pet. 2:18 (10–19). c tg Homosexual 13 a tg Astronomy. d gr profit, gain. Behavior. 14 a Gen. 5:23; 18 a tg Apostasy of d tg Example. Heb. 11:5 (5–6); Individuals; e D&C 76:105. Moses 6:27 (27–65). Mocking. tg Punish. tg Scriptures, Lost. b tg Last Days. 8 a The Greek text omits b 1 Thes. 4:17 (13–18); c tg Walking in Darkness. “filthy.” Moses 7:65 (62–66). 19 a Deut. 13:13; b tg Pollution. tg Jesus Christ, Second Judg. 20:13. 9 a tg Adam. Coming. b tg Holy Ghost, Loss of. b tg Angels. c tg Saints. 20 a D&C 21:2. c tg Translated Beings. 15 a tg Jesus Christ, 22 a tg Compassion. 1565 Jude 1:24–Revelation 1:9 pulling them out of the a fire; hat­ you a faultless before the presence of ing even the b garment spotted by his glory with exceeding joy, the flesh. 25 To the only wise God our Saviour, 24 Now unto him that is able to be glory and majesty, dominion and keep you from falling, and to present power, both now and ever. Amen. The Revelation of St John the Divine Chapter 1 which is to come; and from the Christ chooses some as kings and priests seven c Spirits which are before his throne; unto God—Christ will come again— 5 And from Jesus Christ, who is the John sees the risen Lord. faithful witness, and the a first be­ T he bRevelation of Jesus Christ, gotten of the dead, and the prince a which God gave unto him, of the kings of the earth. Unto him to shew unto his c servants that loved us, and b washed us from things which must d shortly come our sins in his own c blood, to pass; and he sent and signified 6 And hath made us a kings and it by his e angel unto his servant b priests unto God and his Father; John: to him be c glory and d dominion for 2 Who bare record of the word of ever and ever. Amen. God, and of the testimony of Jesus 7 Behold, he a cometh with clouds; Christ, and of all things that he saw. and every eye shall b see him, and 3 a Blessed is he that b readeth, and they also which pierced him: and all they that hear the words of this c kindreds of the earth shall d wail prophecy, and keep those things because of him. Even so, Amen. which are written therein: for the 8 I am aAlpha and Omega, the b be­ c time is at hand. ginning and the ending, saith the 4 J ohn to the a seven churches which are in Asia: Grace be unto you, and peace, from him which b is, and which was, and Lord, which is, and which was, and which is to come, the cAlmighty. 9 I John, who also am your brother, and companion in tribulation, and 23 a Amos 4:11; Mal. 4:1. c D&C 34:7. Priesthood. b D&C 36:6. 4 a D&C 77:5. bd Priests. 24 a Rev. 14:4 (2–5). b tg Jesus Christ, c tg Celestial Glory. Jehovah. d gr might, power. [Revelation] c Rev. 3:1; 4:5. 7 a 1 Thes. 2:19; 3:13; 1 1 a jst Rev. 1:1–8 5 a tg Jesus Christ, Heb. 9:28; 2 Pet. 3:12; (Appendix). Resurrection. Rev. 22:12. b 1 Ne. 14:21 (18–27). b tg Jesus Christ, b tg Jesus Christ, Second tg Revelation. Redeemer. Coming. c tg Servant. c tg Blood, Symbolism of. c D&C 45:53 (49, 53). d Rev. 22:6 (6–16); 6 a tg Priesthood, d Matt. 24:30. D&C 88:79. Authority; 8 a D&C 35:1. e Rev. 19:10 (6–10). Salvation, Plan of. b D&C 38:1. 3 a Rev. 22:7 (7, 18–19). b D&C 76:56 (50–60). c Mosiah 3:5. b tg Scriptures, Study of. tg Priest, Aaronic tg God, Power of. Revelation 1:10–2:2 1566 in the kingdom and a patience of 17 And when I a saw him, I fell at Jesus Christ, was in the isle that his feet as dead. And he laid his is called Patmos, for the word of right hand upon me, saying unto me, God, and for the testimony of Jesus Fear not; I am the first and the last: Christ. 18 I am he that a liveth, and was 10 I was in the Spirit on the a Lord’s b dead; and, behold, I am alive for b day, and heard behind me a great c evermore, Amen; and have the dkeys c voice, as of a trumpet, of e hell and of death. 11 Saying, I am Alpha and Omega, 19 a Write the things which thou the a first and the last: and, What hast seen, and the things which thou seest, bwrite in a book, and send are, and the things which shall be it unto the seven churches which hereafter; are in Asia; unto Ephesus, and unto 20 The mystery of the seven stars Smyrna, and unto Pergamos, and which thou sawest in my right hand, unto c Thyatira, and unto Sardis, and the seven golden candlesticks. and unto Philadelphia, and unto The seven a stars are the b angels of d Laodicea. the seven churches: and the seven 12 And I turned to see the voice c candlesticks which thou sawest are that spake with me. And being the seven churches. turned, I saw seven golden a candle­ sticks; Chapter 2 13 And in the midst of the seven He who overcomes will gain eternal candlesticks one like unto the a Son life, avoid the second death, inherit of man, b clothed with a garment down to the foot, and girt about the the celestial kingdom, and rule many paps with a golden girdle. kingdoms. 14 His head and his hairs were white Unto the a angel of the church of like wool, as white as snow; and his Ephesus b write; These things saith a eyes were as a flame of b fire; he that holdeth the seven stars in 15 And his feet like unto fine his right hand, who walketh in the brass, as if they burned in a fur- midst of the seven golden candle- nace; and his a voice as the sound sticks; of many waters. 2 I a know thy works, and thy la- 16 And he had in his right hand bour, and thy patience, and how seven stars: and out of his mouth thou canst not bear them which went a sharp twoedged a sword: and are evil: and thou hast tried them his b countenance was as the c sun which say they are b apostles, and shineth in his strength. are not, and hast found them liars: 9 a tg Patience. 15 a Ezek. 1:24; 43:2; 20 a Rev. 3:1. 10 a tg Sabbath. D&C 110:3; 133:22. b jst Rev. 1:20 . . . b tg Jesus Christ, Types 16 a Rev. 2:12 (12–17). servants . . . of, in Memory. b D&C 110:3. Rev. 2:18. c D&C 29:4. c JS—H 1:16 (16–17). c Ex. 37:17; 11 a tg Jesus Christ, 17 a tg God, Privilege of Zech. 4:2 (1–14); Firstborn. Seeing; Rev. 2:5. b tg Scriptures, Jesus Christ, Appear- 2 1 a jst Rev. 2:1 . . . servant Writing of. ances, Postmortal. . . . (Note: jst uses c Rev. 2:18. 18 a tg Jesus Christ, “servant” in place of d Col. 2:1; 4:15 (12–16). Resurrection; “angel” in vv. 1, 8, 12, 12 a Ex. 25:31. Resurrection. and 18.) 13 a tg Jesus Christ, b tg Jesus Christ, b tg Scriptures, Son of Man. Death of. Writing of. b Dan. 10:5. c tg Immortality. 2 a tg God, Omniscience of. 14 a Rev. 2:18; d tg Jesus Christ, b D&C 64:39 (38–39). D&C 110:3. Authority of. tg Apostasy of the b tg Jesus Christ, e tg Hell. Early Christian Church. Glory of. 19 a tg Record Keeping. 1567 Revelation 2:3–19 3 And hast borne, and hast pa- 12 And to the angel of the church tience, and for my name’s sake hast in Pergamos write; These things laboured, and hast not fainted. saith he which hath the sharp asword 4 Nevertheless I have somewhat with two edges; against thee, because thou hast left 13 I know thy works, and where thy first a love. thou dwellest, even where Satan’s 5 Remember therefore from seat is: and thou holdest fast my whence thou art fallen, and repent, name, and hast not denied my faith, and do the first works; or else I will even in those days wherein Anti- come unto thee quickly, and will pas was my faithful a martyr, who remove thy a candlestick out of his was slain among you, where Satan place, except thou b repent. dwelleth. 6 But this thou hast, that thou hat- 14 But I have a few things against est the deeds of the a Nicolaitans, thee, because thou hast there them which I also hate. that hold the doctrine of a Balaam, 7 He that hath an ear, let him who taught Balac to cast a stum- hear what the a Spirit saith unto the blingblock before the children of churches; To him that b overcometh Israel, to eat things sacrificed unto will I give to eat of the c tree of life, idols, and to commit b fornication. which is in the midst of the d para- 15 So hast thou also them that dise of God. hold the doctrine of the Nicolaitans, 8 And unto the angel of the church which thing I hate. in Smyrna write; These things saith 16 Repent; or else I will come unto the first and the last, which was thee quickly, and will fight against dead, and is alive; them with the sword of my mouth. 9 I know thy works, and tribu- 17 He that hath an ear, let him lation, and poverty, (but thou art hear what the Spirit saith unto the rich) and I know the a blasphemy churches; To him that a overcometh of them which say they are Jews, will I give to eat of the hidden and are not, but are the synagogue b manna, and will give him a c white of Satan. d stone, and in the stone a new ename 10 Fear none of those things which written, which no man knoweth thou shalt a suffer: behold, the devil saving he that receiveth it. shall cast some of you into prison, 18 And unto the a angel of the that ye may be b tried; and ye shall church in b Thyatira write; These have tribulation ten days: be thou things saith the Son of God, who faithful unto c death, and I will d give hath his c eyes like unto a flame of thee a e crown of life. fire, and his feet are like fine brass; 11 He that hath an ear, let him 19 I know thy works, and charity, hear what the Spirit saith unto the and a service, and faith, and thy pa- churches; He that overcometh shall tience, and thy works; and the last not be hurt of the second a death. to be more than the first. 4 a D&C 4:2 (1–7). b tg Test. b tg Bread of Life; 5 a Rev. 1:20. c D&C 6:13; 31:13. Jesus Christ, Types of, in tg Apostasy of the Early tg Martyrdom. Anticipation. Christian Church. d tg God, Gifts of. c D&C 130:11 (10–11). b tg Repent. e D&C 20:14. d tg Urim and Thummim. 6 a tg Secret Combinations. tg Reward. e Isa. 62:2; 65:15; 7 a tg Holy Ghost, Gifts of. 11 a tg Death, Spiritual, Rev. 19:12 (12–16). b 1 Jn. 5:5 (1–5); Second. tg Name. Rev. 2:26; 21:7. 12 a Heb. 4:12; 18 a Rev. 1:20. c Gen. 2:9; Rev. 1:16. b Rev. 1:11. Rev. 22:2 (1–16); 13 a tg Martyrdom. c Rev. 1:14; 1 Ne. 8:10 (10–12). 14 a 2 Pet. 2:15 (10–22). D&C 110:3 (2–3). d tg Paradise. b tg Sexual Immorality. 19 a tg Service. 9 a tg Blaspheme. 17 a Rom. 6:22 (11–22); 10 a tg Suffering. 12:21 (4–21). Revelation 2:20–3:7 1568 20 Notwithstanding I have a few hear what the Spirit saith unto the things against thee, because thou churches. sufferest that woman Jezebel, which calleth herself a prophetess, to teach Chapter 3 and to seduce my servants to com- mit fornication, and to eat things He who overcomes will retain his sacrificed unto idols. name in the book of life, reach god- 21 And I gave her space to repent hood, and be with Jesus as He is with of her fornication; and she repented the Father. not. a And unto the b angel of the church 22 Behold, I will cast her a into a in Sardis write; These things saith bed, and them that commit b adul- he that hath the seven c Spirits of tery with her into great tribulation, God, and the seven d stars; I e know except they repent of their deeds. thy works, that thou hast a name 23 And I will kill her children with that thou livest, and art f dead. death; and all the churches shall 2 a Be watchful, and strengthen know that I am he which a searcheth the things which remain, that are the b reins and hearts: and I will give ready to die: for I have not found unto every one of you according to thy works perfect before God. your works. 3 Remember therefore how thou 24 But unto you I say, and unto hast received and heard, and hold the rest in Thyatira, as many as fast, and repent. If therefore thou have not this doctrine, and which shalt not a watch, I will come on thee have not known the depths of Sa- as a b thief, and thou shalt not know tan, as they speak; I will put upon what hour I will come upon thee. you none other burden. 4 Thou hast a few names even in 25 But that which ye have already Sardis which have not a defiled their a hold fast till I come. garments; and they shall b walk with 26 aAnd he that b overcometh, and me in c white: for they are d worthy. keepeth my works unto the end, 5 He that a overcometh, the same to him will I give c power over the shall be clothed in b white c raiment; nations: and I will not d blot out his name 27 And he shall rule them with a out of the e book of life, but I will a rod of iron; as the b vessels of a pot- f confess his name before my Father, ter shall they be broken to shivers: and before his angels. even as I received of my Father. 6 He that hath an ear, let him 28 And I will give him the morn- hear what the Spirit saith unto the ing a star. churches. 29 He that hath an ear, let him 7 And to the angel of the church 22 a jst Rev. 2:22 . . . into Rev. 22:16 (6–16). 3 a D&C 39:23. hell, and them . . . 3 1 a jst Rev. 3:1 And unto tg Watch. b tg Adulterer. the servant of the b Luke 21:35; 23 a tg God, Omniscience of. church in Sardis, write; Rev. 16:15. b gr (from Hebrew) These things saith he 4 a tg Sacrilege. desires and thoughts. who hath the seven b tg Walking with God. 25 a 2 Ne. 31:20. stars, which are the c Rev. 6:11. 26 a jst Rev. 2:26–27 seven servants of God; I d tg Worthiness. (Appendix). know thy . . . 5 a Rev. 2:26; 1 Ne. 11:25. b Rev. 1:20. D&C 76:60. b Rev. 2:7; 3:5. c Rev. 1:4. tg Salvation. c Ps. 49:14; d Rev. 1:20 (16, 20). b tg Remission of Sins. Mal. 4:3 (2–3). e tg God, Omniscience of. c gr clothing. 27 a Ps. 2:9; f Eph. 2:1. d tg Book of Life. 1 Ne. 11:25. 2 a jst Rev. 3:2 Be watchful e tg Record Keeping. b Ps. 31:12; therefore, and strengthen f gr acknowledge, D&C 76:33 (31–33). those who remain, who praise. 28 a 2 Pet. 1:19; are ready to die . . . 1569 Revelation 3:8–4:1 in Philadelphia write; These things neither cold nor hot: I would thou saith he that is holy, he that is true, wert cold or hot. he that hath the a key of David, he 16 So then because thou art a luke- that openeth, and no man shut- warm, and neither cold nor hot, I teth; and shutteth, and no man will b spue thee out of my mouth. openeth; 17 Because thou sayest, I am a rich, 8 I know thy works: behold, I have and increased with goods, and set before thee an open door, and have need of nothing; and know- no man can shut it: for thou hast est not that thou art wretched, and a little strength, and hast kept my miserable, and poor, and blind, word, and hast not denied my name. and naked: 9 Behold, I will make them of the 18 I a counsel thee to buy of me synagogue of Satan, which say they b gold tried in the fire, that thou are Jews, and are not, but do lie; mayest be rich; and white raiment, behold, I will make them to come that thou mayest be clothed, and and a worship before thy feet, and that the shame of thy nakedness do to know that I have loved thee. not appear; and anoint thine eyes 10 Because thou hast kept the word with eyesalve, that thou mayest see. of my patience, I also will a keep 19 As many as I love, I rebuke and thee from the hour of b temptation, a chasten: be zealous therefore, and which shall come upon all the world, repent. to try them that dwell upon the 20 Behold, I stand at the door, and earth. knock: if any man hear my voice, 11 Behold, I come a quickly: hold and a open the door, I will b come in that fast which thou hast, that no to him, and will sup with him, and man take thy crown. he with me. 12 Him that overcometh will I make 21 To him that a overcometh will I a pillar in the temple of my God, grant to b sit with me in my c throne, and he shall go no more out: and I even as I also overcame, and am set will write upon him the a name of down with my Father in his throne. my God, and the name of the city 22 He that hath an ear, let him of my God, which is b new Jerusalem, hear what the Spirit saith unto the which cometh down out of heaven churches. from my God: and I will write upon him my new name. Chapter 4 13 He that hath an ear, let him John sees the celestial earth, the throne hear what the Spirit saith unto the of God, and all created things worship- churches. ping the Lord. 14 And unto the angel of the church of the Laodiceans write; These things After this I looked, and, behold, a saith the Amen, the a faithful and door was opened in heaven: and the true witness, the b beginning of the first voice which I heard was as it c creation of God; were of a trumpet talking with me; 15 I know thy a works, that thou art which said, Come up hither, and I 7 a tg Priesthood, Keys of; b tg Jesus Christ, 19 a gr instruct, admonish. Sealing. Firstborn. tg Chastening. 9 a Isa. 49:23; 60:14. c tg Creation. 20 a D&C 88:63. tg Worship. 15 a Isa. 66:18. b John 14:23 (23–25). 10 a tg Refuge. 16 a tg Apathy; 21 a 1 Jn. 5:4 (4–5). b tg Temptation; Apostasy of the Early b D&C 6:30. Test. Christian Church. c Matt. 25:21. 11 a D&C 87:8. b gr vomit. tg Exaltation; 12 a Rev. 14:1; 22:4 (1–5). 17 a tg Treasure. Man, Potential to b tg Jerusalem, New; 18 a tg Counsel. Become like Heavenly Zion. b Matt. 13:46 (44–46); Father; 14 a Jer. 42:5. D&C 6:7. Salvation, Plan of. Revelation 4:2–5:6 1570 will a shew thee things which must down before him that sat on the be hereafter. throne, and worship him that liv- 2 And immediately I was in the eth for ever and ever, and cast their spirit: and, behold, a throne was set crowns before the throne, saying, in heaven, and one sat on the throne. 11 Thou art worthy, O Lord, to re- 3 And he that sat was to look upon ceive glory and honour and power: like a jasper and a sardine stone: for thou hast a created all things, and there was a a rainbow round and b for thy pleasure they are and about the throne, in sight like unto were created. an emerald. 4 aAnd round about the throne were Chapter 5 four and twenty b seats: and upon the seats I saw four and twenty c el- John sees the book sealed with seven ders sitting, clothed in white rai- seals, and he sees those people redeemed ment; and they had on their heads out of every nation—He hears every crowns of gold. creature praising God and the Lamb. 5 And out of the throne proceeded And I saw in the right hand of him lightnings and thunderings and that sat on the throne a book a writ- voices: and there were seven lamps ten within and on the backside, of fire burning before the throne, b sealed with seven c seals. which are the aseven bSpirits of God. 2 And I saw a strong angel pro- 6 And before the throne there was a claiming with a loud voice, Who is a sea of glass like unto crystal: band in a worthy to open the book, and to the midst of the throne, and round loose the seals thereof? about the throne, were four c beasts 3 And no man in heaven, nor in full of eyes before and behind. earth, neither under the earth, was 7 And the first beast was like a able to open the book, neither to lion, and the second beast like a calf, look thereon. and the third beast had a face as a 4 And I wept much, because no man, and the fourth beast was like man was found worthy to open a flying eagle. and to read the book, neither to 8 And the four beasts had each of look thereon. them six wings about him; and they 5 And one of the elders saith unto were full of eyes within: and they me, Weep not: behold, the a Lion rest not day and night, saying, Holy, of the tribe of bJuda, the c Root of holy, holy, a Lord God bAlmighty, David, hath prevailed to open the which was, and is, and is to come. book, and to loose the seven seals 9 And when those beasts give glory thereof. and honour and thanks to him that 6 And I beheld, and, lo, in the midst sat on the throne, who liveth for of the throne and of the four beasts, ever and ever, and in the midst of the elders, stood 10 The four and twenty elders fall a aLamb as it had been slain, bhaving 4 1 a tg Revelation. the four and twenty elders; 2 a tg Worthiness. 3 a Ezek. 1:28. and round about . . . 5 a Gen. 49:9. 4 a jst Rev. 4:4 And in the c D&C 77:2. b tg Israel, Judah, midst of the throne . . . tg Cherubim; People of. b gr thrones. Symbolism. c Isa. 11:10; c D&C 77:5. 8 a Isa. 6:3 (2–3); Rev. 22:16 (6–16). 5 a jst Rev. 4:5 . . . seven Ezek. 1:28 (9–11, 28). 6 a tg Jesus Christ, Types servants . . . b tg God, Power of. of, in Anticipation. b Ezek. 1:13; Rev. 1:4. 11 a tg Jesus Christ, Creator. b jst Rev. 5:6 . . . having 6 a Ezek. 1:22; b gr through, on account twelve horns and twelve D&C 77:1. of Thy will. eyes, which are the tg Earth, Destiny of. 5 1 a Ezek. 2:9 (9–10). twelve servants of God, b jst Rev. 4:6 . . . and in the b D&C 77:6. sent forth into all the midst of the throne were c tg Seal. earth. 1571 Revelation 5:7–6:8 seven horns and seven eyes, which Chapter 6 are the seven Spirits of God sent forth into all the earth. Christ opens the six seals, and John sees 7 And he came and took the book the events therein—In the fifth seal, out of the right hand of him that he sees the Christian martyrs; and in sat upon the throne. the sixth, he sees the signs of the times. 8 And when he had taken the book, a And I saw when the Lamb opened the four beasts and four and twenty one of the b seals, and I heard, as it elders fell down before the Lamb, were the noise of thunder, one of the having every one of them harps, and four c beasts saying, Come and see. golden vials full of a odours, which 2 And I saw, and behold a white are the b prayers of saints. horse: and he that sat on him had 9 And they a sung a new song, say- a bow; and a crown was given unto ing, Thou art worthy to take the him: and he went forth conquering, book, and to open the seals thereof: and to conquer. for thou wast slain, and hast b re- 3 And when he had opened the deemed us to God by thy blood out a second seal, I heard the second of every c kindred, and tongue, and beast say, Come and see. people, and nation; 4 And there went out another horse 10 And hast made us unto our God that was red: and power was given to kings and a priests: and we shall him that sat thereon to take a peace reign on the earth. from the earth, and that they should 11 And I beheld, and I heard the kill one another: and there was given voice of many angels round about unto him a great sword. the throne and the beasts and the 5 And when he had opened the elders: and the number of them was third seal, I heard the third beast ten thousand times ten thousand, say, Come and see. And I beheld, and a thousands of thousands; and lo a black horse; and he that 12 Saying with a loud voice, Wor- sat on him had a pair of balances thy is the a Lamb that was slain to in his hand. receive bpower, and riches, and cwis- 6 And I heard a voice in the midst dom, and strength, and honour, and of the four beasts say, A measure of glory, and blessing. wheat for a penny, and three mea- 13 And every a creature which is in sures of barley for a penny; and see heaven, and on the earth, and un- thou hurt not the oil and the wine. der the earth, and such as are in the 7 And when he had opened the sea, and all that are in them, heard fourth seal, I heard the voice of the I saying, Blessing, and honour, and fourth beast say, Come and see. glory, and b power, be unto him that 8 And I looked, and behold a pale sitteth upon the throne, and unto horse: and his name that sat on him the Lamb for ever and ever. was Death, and Hell followed with 14 And the four beasts said, Amen. him. And power was given unto And the four and twenty elders fell them over the fourth part of the down and worshipped him that liv- earth, to kill with a sword, and with eth for ever and ever. hunger, and with death, and with the beasts of the earth. 8 a gr incense. bd Priests. when the Lamb opened b 1 Chr. 23:13; 11 a Dan. 7:10. one of the seals, one Ps. 141:2; 12 a tg Jesus Christ, Lamb of of the four beasts, and I Rev. 8:4 (3–4). God. heard . . . 9 a tg Singing. b tg Jesus Christ, b tg Seal. b tg Jesus Christ, Authority of. c tg Cherubim. Redeemer; Redemption. c tg God, Wisdom of. 3 a D&C 77:7; c Rev. 7:9. 13 a D&C 88:104. Moses 8:28 (22, 28–29). 10 a tg Priest, Aaronic b tg Jesus Christ, Power of. 4 a D&C 1:35. Priesthood. 6 1 a jst Rev. 6:1 And I saw 8 a Ezek. 5:17; 14:21; 33:27. Revelation 6:9–7:6 1572 9 And when he had opened the throne, and from the wrath of the fifth seal, I saw under the a altar Lamb: the souls of them that were b slain 17 For the great a day of his wrath for the word of God, and for the is come; and who shall be able to testimony which they held: b stand? 10 And they cried with a loud voice, saying, How long, O Lord, Chapter 7 holy and true, dost thou not judge John also sees in the sixth seal the Res- and a avenge our blood on them that toration of the gospel, the sealing of the dwell on the earth? 144,000, and the hosts of the exalted 11 And a white b robes were given from all nations. unto every one of them; and it was said unto them, that they should And after these things I saw four c rest yet for a little season, until a angels standing on the four cor- their fellowservants also and their ners of the earth, holding the four brethren, that should be killed as b winds of the earth, that the wind they were, should be fulfilled. should not blow on the earth, nor 12 And I beheld when he had on the sea, nor on any tree. opened the a sixth seal, and, lo, 2 And I saw another angel aascend- there was a great b earthquake; and ing from the east, having the b seal the c sun became d black as sack- of the living God: and he cried with cloth of hair, and the moon became a loud voice to the four angels, to as e blood; whom it was given to hurt the earth 13 And the stars of heaven fell and the sea, unto the earth, even as a fig tree 3 Saying, a Hurt not the earth, nei- casteth her auntimely figs, when she ther the sea, nor the trees, till we is shaken of a mighty wind. have b sealed the c servants of our 14 aAnd the heaven departed as a God in their foreheads. b scroll when it is rolled together; and 4 And I heard the number of them every c mountain and island were which were sealed: and there were moved out of their places. sealed an a hundred and forty and 15 And the a kings of the earth, and four thousand of all the b tribes of the great men, and the rich men, and the children of c Israel. the chief captains, and the mighty 5 Of the tribe of aJuda were sealed men, and every bondman, and every twelve thousand. Of the tribe of free man, hid themselves in the bdens b Reuben were sealed twelve thou- and in the rocks of the mountains; sand. Of the tribe of Gad were sealed 16 And said to the a mountains and twelve thousand. rocks, Fall on us, and hide us from 6 Of the tribe of Aser were sealed the face of him that sitteth on the twelve thousand. Of the tribe of 9 a D&C 135:7. heavens opened as a 7 1 a D&C 77:8. b tg Martyrdom; scroll is opened when it b Ezek. 37:9; Dan. 11:4. Persecution. is rolled together; 2 a D&C 77:9. 10 a Deut. 32:43. and every mountain, b tg Seal. 11 a Rev. 3:4. and island, was moved 3 a Rev. 9:4. b tg Apparel. out of its place. b Rev. 22:4 (1–5). c tg Paradise. b Isa. 34:4; c tg High Priest, 12 a D&C 77:10. D&C 88:95. Melchizedek Priesthood; tg Last Days. c Rev. 16:20 (17–21). Servant. b Rev. 16:18. 15 a tg Kings, Earthly. 4 a D&C 77:11. c tg World, End of. b Isa. 2:19. b tg Israel, Twelve d Matt. 24:29; D&C 45:42. 16 a Hosea 10:8; Tribes of. e Joel 2:31; D&C 88:87. Luke 23:30 (27–31). c D&C 77:9. 13 a ie figs that ripen late, 17 a tg Day of the Lord; tg Israel, Blessings of. hanging on the tree Jesus Christ, Second 5 a tg Israel, Judah, even into the winter. Coming. People of. 14 a jst Rev. 6:14 And the b Ps. 76:7. b Ezek. 48:31 (6–7, 31). 1573 Revelation 7:7–8:7 Nepthalim were sealed twelve thou- throne of God, and serve him day sand. Of the tribe of Manasses were and night in his atemple: and he that sealed twelve thousand. b sitteth on the throne shall c dwell 7 Of the tribe of Simeon were sealed among them. twelve thousand. Of the tribe of 16 They shall hunger no more, nei- Levi were sealed twelve thousand. ther a thirst any more; neither shall Of the tribe of Issachar were sealed the bsun light on them, nor any heat. twelve thousand. 17 For the Lamb which is in the 8 Of the tribe of Zabulon were midst of the throne shall feed them, sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe and shall lead them unto living of aJoseph were sealed twelve thou- fountains of a waters: and God shall sand. Of the tribe of Benjamin were wipe away all btears from their eyes. sealed twelve thousand. 9 After this I beheld, and, lo, a Chapter 8 great multitude, which no man could number, of all nations, and John sees fire and desolation poured out during the seventh seal and preceding a kindreds, and people, and tongues, the Second Coming. stood before the throne, and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes, And when he had a opened the b sev- and b palms in their hands; enth seal, there was csilence in heav- 10 And cried with a loud voice, en about the space of half an hour. saying, Salvation to our God which 2 And I saw the seven angels which sitteth upon the throne, and unto stood before God; and to them were the Lamb. given seven a trumpets. 11 And all the angels stood round 3 And another angel came and about the throne, and about the el- stood at the altar, having a golden ders and the four a beasts, and fell censer; and there was given unto before the throne on their faces, him much a incense, that he should and worshipped God, offer it with the prayers of all saints 12 Saying, Amen: Blessing, and upon the golden altar which was glory, and wisdom, and thanksgiv- before the throne. ing, and honour, and power, and 4 And the smoke of the incense, might, be unto our God for ever and which came with the a prayers of the ever. Amen. saints, ascended up before God out 13 And one of the elders answered, of the angel’s hand. saying unto me, What are these 5 And the angel took the censer, which are arrayed in white robes? and filled it with fire of the altar, and whence came they ? and a cast it into the earth: and there 14 And I said unto him, Sir, thou were b voices, and thunderings, and knowest. And he said to me, These lightnings, and an earthquake. are they which came a out of great 6 And the seven angels which had b tribulation, and have cwashed their the seven atrumpets prepared them- robes, and made them d white in the selves to sound. e blood of the f Lamb. 7 The first angel sounded, and there 15 Therefore are they before the followed hail and afire mingled with 8 a tg Israel, Joseph, f tg Jesus Christ, Lamb b tg Jesus Christ, Second People of. of God. Coming; Sabbath. 9 a Rev. 5:9. 15 a tg Temple. c tg Silence. b Ezek. 41:18 (18–19). b Ps. 47:8; 2 a D&C 77:12. 11 a tg Cherubim. D&C 88:13. 3 a Lev. 16:13 (12–13); 14 a tg Peace of God. c tg God, Presence of. Num. 16:40 (36–40). b tg Tribulation. 16 a Isa. 49:10. 4 a Rev. 5:8. c 3 Ne. 27:19. b Ps. 121:6. 5 a Ezek. 10:2. tg Purity; Wash. 17 a tg Living Water. b D&C 88:90. d tg Remission of Sins. b Rev. 21:4. 6 a D&C 77:12. e 1 Jn. 1:7. 8 1 a D&C 77:13. 7 a Ex. 9:24 (22–25). Revelation 8:8–9:13 1574 blood, and they were cast upon pit; and there arose a smoke out of the earth: and the third part of the pit, as the smoke of a great fur- trees was burnt up, and all green nace; and the sun and the air were grass was burnt up. darkened by reason of the smoke 8 And the second angel sounded, of the pit. and as it were a great mountain 3 And there came out of the smoke burning with fire was cast into the locusts upon the earth: and unto sea: and the third part of the sea them was given power, as the scor- became a blood; pions of the earth have power. 9 And the third part of the crea- 4 And it was commanded them that tures which were in the sea, and they should not hurt the grass of the had life, died; and the third part of earth, neither any green thing, nei- the ships were destroyed. ther any tree; but only those a men 10 And the third angel sounded, which have not the b seal of God in and there a fell a great star from their foreheads. heaven, burning as it were a lamp, 5 And to them it was given that and it fell upon the third part of they should not kill them, but the rivers, and upon the fountains that they should be tormented five of waters; months: and their torment was 11 And the name of the star is as the torment of a scorpion, when called Wormwood: and the third part he striketh a man. of the waters became wormwood; 6 And in those days shall men seek and many men died of the waters, a death, and shall not find it; and because they were made bitter. shall desire to die, and death shall 12 And the fourth angel sounded, flee from them. and the third part of the sun was 7 And the shapes of the locusts smitten, and the third part of were like unto horses prepared unto the moon, and the third part of the battle; and on their heads were as stars; so as the third part of them it were crowns like gold, and their was darkened, and the day shone faces were as the faces of men. not for a third part of it, and the 8 And they had hair as the hair of night likewise. women, and their teeth were as the 13 And I beheld, and heard an a teeth of lions. a angel flying through the midst of 9 And they had breastplates, as heaven, saying with a loud voice, it were breastplates of iron; and b Woe, woe, woe, to the inhabiters the sound of their wings was as the of the earth by reason of the other a sound of chariots of many horses voices of the trumpet of the three running to battle. angels, which are yet to sound! 10 And they had tails like unto scorpions, and there were stings in Chapter 9 their tails: and their power was to John also sees the wars and plagues hurt men five months. 11 And they had a king over them, poured out during the seventh seal and which is the angel of the bottomless before the Lord comes. pit, whose name in the Hebrew And the fifth angel sounded, and tongue is Abaddon, but in the Greek I saw a star fall from heaven unto tongue hath his name Apollyon. the earth: a and to him was given the 12 One woe is past; and, behold, key of the b bottomless c pit. there come two woes more hereafter. 2 And he opened the bottomless 13 And the sixth angel sounded, 8 a tg Blood, Symbolism of. angel was given the key b tg Seal. 10 a Isa. 14:12. of the bottomless pit. 6 a Job 3:21; 13 a D&C 88:92. b gr pit of the abyss. Jer. 8:3. b Hel. 7:22; D&C 5:5. c Rev. 20:1. 8 a Joel 1:6. 9 1 a jst Rev. 9:1 . . . and to the 4 a Rev. 7:3. 9 a Joel 2:5. 1575 Revelation 9:14–10:10 and I heard a voice from the four with a cloud: and a rainbow was horns of the golden altar which is upon his head, and his face was as before God, it were the sun, and his feet as pil- 14 Saying to the sixth angel which lars of fire: had the trumpet, Loose the four an- 2 And he had in his hand a little gels which are bound a in the great a book open: and he set his right river Euphrates. foot upon the sea, and his left foot 15 And the four angels were loosed, on the earth, which were prepared for an hour, 3 And cried with a loud voice, as and a day, and a month, and a year, when a lion roareth: and when he for to slay the third part of men. had cried, seven thunders uttered 16 And the a number of the army their voices. of the horsemen were two hundred 4 And when the seven thunders thousand thousand: and I heard the had uttered their voices, I was about number of them. to write: and I heard a voice from 17 And thus I saw the horses in the heaven saying unto me, Seal up vision, and them that sat on them, those things which the seven thun- having breastplates of fire, and of ders uttered, and write them not. jacinth, and brimstone: and the 5 And the angel which I saw astand heads of the horses were as the heads upon the sea and upon the earth of lions; and out of their mouths is- lifted up his hand to heaven, sued fire and smoke and brimstone. 6 And asware by him that liveth for 18 By these three was the third ever and ever, who created heaven, part of men killed, by the fire, and and the things that therein are, by the smoke, and by the brimstone, and the earth, and the things that which issued out of their mouths. therein are, and the sea, and the 19 For their power is in their things which are therein, that there mouth, and in their tails: for their should be b time no longer: tails were like unto serpents, and had 7 But in the days of the voice of heads, and with them they do hurt. the seventh angel, when he shall 20 And the rest of the men which begin to sound, the a mystery of God were not killed by these plagues yet should be finished, as he hath de- repented not of the works of their clared to his servants the prophets. hands, that they should not wor- 8 And the voice which I heard ship devils, and idols of gold, and from heaven spake unto me again, silver, and brass, and stone, and of and said, Go and take the little book wood: which neither can see, nor which is open in the hand of the hear, nor walk: angel which standeth upon the sea 21 Neither repented they of their and upon the earth. a murders, nor of their b sorceries, 9 And I went unto the angel, and nor of their fornication, nor of their said unto him, Give me the little thefts. book. And he said unto me, Take it, and eat it up; and it shall make Chapter 10 thy belly bitter, but it shall be in John seals up many things relative to the thy mouth sweet as honey. last days—He is commissioned to par- 10 And I took the little book out of the angel’s hand, and a ate it up; ticipate in the restoration of all things. and it was in my mouth sweet as And I saw another mighty angel honey: and as soon as I had eaten come down from heaven, clothed it, my belly was bitter. 14 a jst Rev. 9:14 . . . in the 10 2 a Ezek. 2:9 (9–10). Godliness. bottomless pit. 5 a D&C 88:110. 10 a Jer. 15:16; 16 a Joel 1:6. 6 a Dan. 12:7. Ezek. 2:8; 3:3 (1–3); 21 a tg Murder. b tg Time. D&C 77:14. b tg Sorcery. 7 a tg Mysteries of Revelation 10:11–11:16 1576 11 And he said unto me, Thou 8 And their dead bodies shall lie in must prophesy a again before many the street of the great city, which peoples, and nations, and tongues, spiritually is called Sodom and and kings. Egypt, where also our Lord was a crucified. Chapter 11 9 And they of the people and kin- dreds and tongues and nations shall In the last days, two prophets will be see their dead bodies three days and slain in Jerusalem—After 3½ days, they will be resurrected—Christ will an half, and shall not suffer their dead bodies to be put in graves. reign over all the earth. 10 And they that dwell upon the And there was given me a a reed like earth shall rejoice over them, and unto a rod: band the angel stood, say- make merry, and shall send gifts ing, Rise, and c measure the temple one to another; because these two of God, and the d altar, and them prophets tormented them that dwelt that worship therein. on the earth. 2 But the court which is without 11 And after three days and an half the temple leave out, and measure it the Spirit of life from God entered not; for it is given unto the Gentiles: into them, and they stood upon their and the a holy city shall they tread feet; and great fear fell upon them under foot forty and two months. which saw them. 3 And I will give apower unto my two 12 And they heard a great voice b witnesses, and they shall prophesy from heaven saying unto them, a thousand two hundred and three- Come up hither. And they ascended score days, clothed in sackcloth. up to heaven in a cloud; and their 4 These are the two olive trees, enemies beheld them. and the two candlesticks standing 13 And the same hour was there before the God of the earth. a great a earthquake, and the tenth 5 And if any man will hurt them, part of the city fell, and in the fire proceedeth out of their mouth, earthquake were slain of men seven and devoureth their enemies: and thousand: and the remnant were af- if any man will hurt them, he must frighted, and gave glory to the God of in this manner be killed. heaven. 6 These have power to shut heaven, 14 The second woe is past; and, be- that it rain not in the days of their hold, the third woe cometh quickly. prophecy: and have power over wa- 15 And the seventh angel sounded; ters to a turn them to blood, and to and there were great voices in smite the earth with all b plagues, heaven, saying, The a kingdoms of as often as they will. this world are become the b kingdoms 7 And when they shall have fin- of our Lord, and of his c Christ; and ished their testimony, the beast that he shall d reign for ever and ever. ascendeth out of the bottomless pit 16 And the four and twenty elders, shall make war against them, and which sat before God on their seats, shall a overcome them, and b kill fell upon their faces, and wor- them. shipped God, 11 a John 21:22 (20–25). Zech. 4:14 (11–14); 8 a tg Jesus Christ, 11 1 a Ezek. 45:1. 2 Ne. 8:19 (18–20); Crucifixion of. b The Greek text omits D&C 77:15. 13 a Rev. 16:18 (18–19); “and the angel stood.” tg Last Days; D&C 88:89 (87–90). c Ezek. 40:3. Witness. 15 a tg Kings, Earthly. d Ex. 30:1; 6 a Ex. 7:17 (17–21). b tg Kingdom of God, Ezek. 41:22. b tg Plague. on Earth. 2 a Neh. 11:1. 7 a tg Apostasy of the c Dan. 7:13 (9–14). 3 a The Greek text omits Early Christian d tg Jesus Christ, “power.” Church. Millennial Reign. b Isa. 51:19 (19–20); b tg Martyrdom. 1577 Revelation 11:17–12:12 17 Saying, We give thee thanks, O them to the earth: and the dragon Lord God aAlmighty, which art, and stood before the woman which was wast, and art to come; because thou ready to be delivered, for to devour hast taken to thee thy great power, her child as soon as it was born. and hast reigned. 5 And she brought forth a man 18 And the nations were angry, child, who was to rule all nations and thy wrath is come, and the with a a rod of iron: and her child time of the dead, that they should was caught up unto God, and to his be a judged, and that thou should- throne. est give reward unto thy servants 6 And the a woman fled into the the prophets, and to the saints, and wilderness, where she hath a place them that fear thy name, small and prepared of God, that they should great; and shouldest destroy them feed her there a thousand two hun- which b destroy the earth. dred and threescore days. 19 And the temple of God was 7 And there was a war in heaven: opened in heaven, and there was b Michael and his c angels fought seen in his temple the a ark of his against the dragon; and the d dragon testament: and there were light- fought and his angels, nings, and voices, and thunderings, 8 And prevailed not; neither was and an earthquake, and great b hail. their place found any more in a heaven. Chapter 12 9 And the great dragon was a cast out, that old serpent, called the John sees the imminent apostasy of b Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the Church—He also sees the War in the whole world: he was cast out Heaven in the beginning when Satan into the earth, and his angels were was cast out—He sees the continuation cast out with him. of that war on earth. 10 And I heard a loud avoice saying a And there appeared a great wonder in heaven, Now is come salvation, in heaven; a b woman clothed with and b strength, and the kingdom of the sun, and the moon under her our God, and the cpower of his Christ: feet, and upon her head a crown for the d accuser of our brethren is of twelve stars: cast down, which accused them be- 2 And she being with a child cried, fore our God day and night. travailing in birth, and pained to 11 And they a overcame him by the be delivered. blood of the Lamb, and by the word 3 And there appeared another won- of their b testimony; and they loved der in heaven; and behold a great not their lives unto the c death. red dragon, having seven heads and 12 Therefore rejoice, ye heavens, ten horns, and seven crowns upon and ye that dwell in them. Woe to his heads. the inhabiters of the earth and of the 4 And his tail drew the a third part sea! for the devil is come down unto of the stars of heaven, and did cast you, having great wrath, because he 17 a tg God, Power of. 2 a Isa. 66:7 (7–9). First. 18 a Dan. 7:10; 4 a D&C 29:36 (36–38). 9 a 2 Ne. 9:9 (8–9). D&C 29:13. tg Sons of Perdition. b tg Devil. b gr corrupt, waste, 5 a 1 Ne. 11:25. 10 a tg God, Manifesta- pervert. 6 a Amos 8:11 (11–12); tions of. 19 a tg Ark of the Covenant. D&C 33:5; 86:3. b tg Strength. b Ezek. 13:13; 7 a tg Council in Heaven; c tg Jesus Christ, Rev. 16:21; Rebellion; Authority of. D&C 29:16. War. d Isa. 29:20; 12 1 a jst Rev. 12:1–17 b tg Adam; Man, Ante- D&C 88:124. (Appendix). Note the mortal Existence of. 11 a John 16:33; changed sequence of c tg Angels. 1 Jn. 1:7. verses in the jst . d tg Devil. b tg Testimony. b D&C 5:14. 8 a tg Death, Spiritual, c tg Martyrdom. Revelation 12:13–13:13 1578 knoweth that he hath but a short it were wounded to death; and his time. deadly wound was healed: and all 13 And when the dragon saw that the world wondered after the beast. he was cast unto the earth, he a per- 4 And they worshipped the dragon secuted the woman which brought which gave power unto the a beast: forth the man child. and they b worshipped the beast, 14 And to the woman were given saying, Who is like unto the beast? two wings of a great eagle, that she who is able to make war with him? might fly into the wilderness, into 5 And there was given unto him a her place, where she is nourished a mouth speaking great things and for a time, and times, and half a b blasphemies; and power was given time, from the face of the serpent. unto him to continue forty and two 15 And the serpent cast out of his months. mouth water as a flood after the 6 And he opened his mouth in blas- woman, that he might cause her to phemy against God, to blaspheme be carried away of the flood. his a name, and his tabernacle, and 16 And the earth helped the woman, them that dwell in heaven. and the earth opened her mouth, 7 And it was given unto him to and swallowed up the flood which make war with the saints, and to the dragon cast out of his mouth. overcome them: and a power was 17 And the a dragon was wroth given him over all kindreds, and with the woman, and went to make tongues, and nations. b war with the remnant of her seed, 8 And all that dwell upon the earth which keep the commandments of shall worship him, whose names are God, and have the testimony of Jesus not written in the a book of life of Christ. the b Lamb slain from the c founda- tion of the world. Chapter 13 9 If any man have an ear, let him hear. John sees fierce-looking beasts that 10 He that leadeth into captivity represent degenerate earthly kingdoms shall go into captivity: he that a kil- controlled by Satan—The devil works leth with the sword must be killed miracles and deceives men. with the sword. Here is the bpatience a And I stood upon the sand of the and the faith of the c saints. sea, and saw a beast rise up out of 11 And I beheld another beast the b sea, having seven heads and coming up out of the earth; and he ten horns, and upon his horns ten had two horns like a lamb, and crowns, and upon his heads the he spake as a dragon. name of blasphemy. 12 And he exerciseth all the power 2 And the beast which I saw was of the first beast before him, and like unto a leopard, and his feet causeth the earth and them which were as the feet of a bear, and his dwell therein to worship the first mouth as the mouth of a lion: and beast, whose deadly wound was the dragon gave him his a power, healed. and his seat, and great authority. 13 And he doeth great wonders, so 3 And I saw one of his heads as that he maketh fire come down from 13 a Dan. 7:25; 12:7; of the sea, having seven 7 a tg False Priesthoods. D&C 10:32; 132:57. heads . . . 8 a tg Book of Life. 17 a tg Devil, Church of. b Dan. 7:3 (3–7). b tg Jesus Christ, Lamb b Dan. 7:21. 2 a Luke 4:6. of God. 13 1 a jst Rev. 13:1 And I 4 a tg Babylon. c tg Foreordination. saw another sign, in the b tg Worship. 10 a tg Blood, Shedding of; likeness of the kingdoms 5 a Dan. 7:8. Retribution. of the earth; a beast rise b tg Blaspheme; b tg Patience. up out of the sea, and False Doctrine. c tg Saints. he stood upon the sand 6 a tg Name. 1579 Revelation 13:14–14:10 heaven on the earth in the sight the voice of a great thunder: and I of men, heard the voice of harpers harping 14 And a deceiveth them that dwell with their harps: on the earth by the means of those 3 And they sung as it were a new b miracles which he had power to do a song before the throne, and be- in the sight of the beast; saying to fore the four beasts, and the elders: them that dwell on the earth, that and no man could learn that song they should make an image to the but the hundred and forty and four beast, which had the wound by a thousand, which were redeemed sword, and did live. from the earth. 15 And he had power to give life 4 These are they which were not unto the image of the beast, that defiled with a women; for they are the image of the beast should both virgins. These are they which follow speak, and cause that as many as the Lamb whithersoever he goeth. would not worship the image of the These were b redeemed from among beast should be killed. men, being the firstfruits unto God 16 And he causeth all, both small and to the Lamb. and great, rich and poor, free and 5 And in their mouth was found bond, to receive a mark in their no a guile: for they are without fault right hand, or in their foreheads: before the throne of God. 17 And that no man might buy or 6 And I saw another a angel fly sell, save he that had the mark, or in the midst of heaven, having the the name of the beast, or the num- b everlasting c gospel to d preach unto ber of his name. them that dwell on the earth, and 18 Here is a wisdom. Let him that to every e nation, and kindred, and hath understanding count the num- tongue, and people, ber of the beast: for it is the num- 7 Saying with a loud voice, a Fear ber of a man; and his number is Six God, and give glory to him; for the hundred threescore and six. hour of his b judgment is come: and c worship d him that made e heaven, Chapter 14 and earth, and the sea, and the foun- The Lamb will stand upon Mount tains of waters. Zion—The gospel will be restored in the 8 And there followed another an- gel, saying, a Babylon is b fallen, is last days by angelic ministry—The Son fallen, that great c city, because she of Man will harvest the earth. made all nations drink of the wine And I looked, and, lo, a a Lamb stood of the wrath of her d fornication. on the mount b Sion, and with him 9 And the third angel followed an hundred forty and four thousand, them, saying with a loud voice, If having his Father’s c name written any man worship the beast and his in their foreheads. image, and receive his mark in his 2 And I heard a voice from heaven, forehead, or in his hand, as the voice of many waters, and as 10 The same shall drink of the wine 14 a Matt. 24:24; b gr purchased, d tg Missionary Work. Rev. 19:20; ransomed, redeemed. e tg Nations. 2 Ne. 28:21 (6–21); Jude 1:24; 7 a D&C 88:104. D&C 52:14. D&C 43:29; 77:5. tg Reverence. b tg Miracle. 5 a tg Guile. b tg Judgment, the Last. 18 a D&C 10:34 (34–35); 6 a D&C 133:36. c tg Worship. 57:9. tg Angels. d tg God, Creator. 14 1 a D&C 133:18. b D&C 79:1. e Neh. 9:6. b tg Zion. c D&C 27:16. 8 a Isa. 21:9. c Rev. 3:12; 22:4 (1–5). tg Book of Mormon; tg Babylon. tg Name. Gospel; b D&C 88:105. 3 a tg Singing. Restoration of the c Rev. 17:18. 4 a tg Woman. Gospel. d D&C 88:94. Revelation 14:11–15:6 1580 of the wrath of God, which is apoured gather the clusters of the avine of the out without mixture into the cup of earth; for her grapes are fully ripe. his b indignation; and he shall be 19 And the angel thrust in his tormented with fire and brimstone sickle into the earth, and gathered in the presence of the holy angels, the vine of the earth, and cast it into and in the presence of the Lamb: the great a winepress of the wrath 11 And the smoke of their torment of God. ascendeth up for ever and ever: and 20 And the winepress was trodden they have no rest day nor night, who without the city, and blood came worship the beast and his image, out of the winepress, even unto and whosoever receiveth the mark the horse bridles, by the space of a of his name. thousand and six hundred furlongs. 12 Here is the a patience of the saints: here are they that keep Chapter 15 the commandments of God, and Exalted Saints praise God in celestial the faith of Jesus. glory forever. 13 And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, a Blessed are And I saw another sign in heaven, the b dead which c die in the Lord great and marvellous, seven angels from henceforth: Yea, saith the having the seven last aplagues; for in Spirit, that they may d rest from them is filled up the wrath of God. their labours; and their works do 2 And I saw as it were a a sea of follow them. b glass mingled with fire: and them 14 And I looked, and behold a white that had gotten the victory over the cloud, and upon the cloud one sat beast, and over his image, and over like unto the a Son of man, having his mark, and over the number of on his head a golden crown, and in his name, stand on the sea of glass, his hand a sharp sickle. having the harps of God. 15 And another angel came out 3 And they a sing the song of Moses of the temple, crying with a loud the servant of God, and the song voice to him that sat on the cloud, of the Lamb, saying, b Great and a Thrust in thy sickle, and b reap: for marvellous are thy works, Lord God the time is come for thee to reap; Almighty; c just and true are thy for the c harvest of the earth is d ripe. ways, thou King of d saints. 16 And he that sat on the cloud 4 Who shall not fear thee, O Lord, thrust in his sickle on the earth; and glorify thy a name? for thou only and the earth was reaped. art holy: for all nations shall come 17 And another angel came out of and worship before thee; for thy the temple which is in heaven, he judgments are made manifest. also having a sharp sickle. 5 And after that I looked, and, be- 18 And another angel came out hold, the temple of the tabernacle of from the altar, which had power the atestimony in heaven was opened: over fire; and cried with a loud cry 6 And the seven angels came out to him that had the sharp sickle, say- of the temple, having the seven ing, Thrust in thy sharp sickle, and a plagues, clothed in pure and white 10 a D&C 115:6. Man. 15 1 a tg Plague. b tg God, Indignation of. 15 a D&C 31:5. 2 a D&C 130:7 (1–11). 12 a tg Patience. b D&C 12:4. b tg Earth, Destiny of. 13 a 1 Ne. 22:22 (22–23); c tg Harvest. 3 a tg Singing. D&C 88:26 (25–29); d D&C 18:6. b D&C 76:114. Moses 7:63 (1–66). 18 a tg Vineyard of the c tg God, Justice of; b tg Death; Lord. Justice. Spirits, Disembodied. 19 a Isa. 63:3 (3–4); d tg Saints. c D&C 42:44; 59:2. Joel 3:13; 4 a Ps. 99:3. d tg Paradise; Rest. Rev. 19:15; 5 a tg Testimony. 14 a tg Jesus Christ, Son of D&C 88:106. 6 a tg Last Days. 1581 Revelation 15:7–16:17 linen, and having their breasts Almighty, true and righteous are girded with golden girdles. thy judgments. 7 And one of the four beasts gave 8 And the fourth angel poured out unto the seven angels seven golden his vial upon the sun; and power vials full of the wrath of God, who was given unto him to scorch men liveth for ever and ever. with fire. 8 And the temple was filled with 9 And men were scorched with smoke from the glory of God, and great heat, and a blasphemed the from his power; and no man was name of God, which hath power over able to enter into the temple, till these plagues: and they repented the seven plagues of the seven an- not to give him glory. gels were fulfilled. 10 And the fifth angel poured out his vial upon the seat of the beast; Chapter 16 and his kingdom was full of a dark- ness; and they gnawed their tongues God pours out plagues upon the wicked— for pain, The nations assemble for Armaged- 11 And blasphemed the God of don—Christ comes, islands flee, and heaven because of their a pains and mountains cease. their sores, and repented not of And I heard a great voice out of their deeds. the temple saying to the seven an- 12 And the sixth angel poured out gels, Go your ways, and pour out his vial upon the great river Euphra- the vials of the wrath of God upon tes; and the water thereof was dried the earth. up, that the way of the kings of the 2 And the first went, and poured east might be prepared. out his vial upon the earth; and 13 And I saw three unclean spirits there fell a a noisome and grievous like frogs come out of the mouth of sore upon the men which had the the dragon, and out of the mouth mark of the beast, and upon them of the beast, and out of the mouth of which worshipped his image. the a false prophet. 3 And the second angel poured out 14 For they are the a spirits of b dev- his vial upon the sea; and it became ils, working cmiracles, which go forth as the blood of a dead man: and ev- unto the kings of the earth and of ery living soul died in the sea. the whole world, to gather them to 4 And the third angel poured out the d battle of that great day of God his vial upon the rivers and foun- Almighty. tains of waters; and they became 15 Behold, I come as a a thief. blood. Blessed is he that b watcheth, and 5 And I heard the angel of the wa- keepeth his garments, lest he walk ters say, Thou art righteous, O Lord, naked, and they see his shame. which art, and wast, and shalt be, 16 And he gathered them together because thou hast a judged thus. into a place called in the Hebrew 6 For they have a shed the b blood tongue aArmageddon. of saints and prophets, and thou 17 And the seventh angel poured hast given them blood to drink; for out his vial into the air; and there they are c worthy. came a great voice out of the temple 7 And I heard another out of of heaven, from the throne, saying, the altar say, Even so, Lord God It is done. 16 2 a gr bad, evil. 11 a tg Pain. 15 a Luke 21:35; Rev. 3:3. 5 a tg Jesus Christ, Judge. 13 a tg Antichrist; b D&C 49:7 (5–9); 6 a tg Prophets, False Prophets. 106:5 (4–5). Rejection of. 14 a D&C 50:1. tg Watch. b tg Martyrdom. b Matt. 24:24; 16 a Ezek. 38:16 (15–16); c gr deserving. 2 Ne. 9:9 (8–12). Joel 3:14 (9–14); 9 a tg Blaspheme. c tg Miracle. Zech. 14:2 (2–5); 10 a tg Darkness, Spiritual. d Rev. 17:14. Luke 21:20 (20–24). Revelation 16:18–17:12 1582 18 And there were voices, and 4 And the woman was arrayed thunders, and lightnings; and there in purple and scarlet colour, and was a great a earthquake, such as decked with gold and precious stones was not since men were upon the and pearls, having a golden cup in earth, so mighty an earthquake, and her hand a full of abominations and so great. b filthiness of her fornication: 19 And the great city was divided 5 And upon her forehead was a into three parts, and the cities of name written, a Mystery, b Bab­ the nations fell: and great a Babylon ylon the Great, the cMother came in remembrance before God, of Harlots and Abomina- to give unto her the cup of the wine tions of the Earth. of the fierceness of his b wrath. 6 And I saw the woman drunken 20 And every island fled away, with the ablood of the saints, and with and the amountains were not found. the blood of the b martyrs of Jesus: 21 And there fell upon men a great and when I saw her, I wondered a hail out of heaven, every stone about with great c admiration. the weight of a talent: and men blas- 7 And the angel said unto me, phemed God because of the plague Wherefore didst thou marvel? I will of the hail; for the plague thereof tell thee the mystery of the woman, was exceeding great. and of the beast that carrieth her, which hath the seven heads and Chapter 17 ten horns. John is shown that Babylon the great, 8 The beast that thou sawest was, the mother of harlots and abomina- and is not; and shall ascend out of tions, has become established through- the bottomless pit, and go into a per- out the earth. dition: and they that dwell on the earth shall wonder, whose names And there came one of the seven were not written in the b book of life angels which had the seven vials, from the foundation of the world, and talked with me, saying unto me, when they behold the beast that Come hither; I will shew unto thee was, and is not, and yet is. the a judgment of the great b whore 9 And here is the a mind which that sitteth upon many c waters: hath wisdom. The seven heads are 2 With whom the kings of the earth seven mountains, on which the have committed fornication, and woman sitteth. the a inhabitants of the earth have 10 And there are seven a kings: five been made drunk with the wine of are fallen, and one is, and the other is her b fornication. not yet come; and when he cometh, 3 So he carried me away in the he must continue a short space. spirit into the wilderness: and I 11 And the beast that was, and saw a woman sit upon a scarlet is not, even he is the eighth, and is coloured beast, full of a names of of the seven, and goeth into per- blasphemy, having seven heads and dition. ten horns. 12 And the ten a horns which thou 18 a Dan. 12:1; D&C 29:16. c D&C 88:94. Rev. 6:12; 11:13 (13–14). 17 1 a Rev. 18:3 (3–9); 19:2. 6 a Rev. 18:24 (22–24). 19 a tg Babylon. b tg Devil, Church of. b tg Martyrdom. b tg God, Indignation of. c Jer. 51:13. c gr astonishment, 20 a Isa. 64:1; 2 a Isa. 24:6. wonder. Rev. 6:14 (12–17); b 1 Ne. 14:13 (9–13). 8 a tg Death, Spiritual, D&C 133:22 (1–42). 3 a tg Name. Second; 21 a Ex. 9:18 (13–35); 4 a D&C 10:21. Hell. Josh. 10:11; b tg Filthiness. b Ps. 139:16. Ezek. 13:13; 38:22; 5 a tg Secret 9 a tg Mind. Rev. 11:19; Combinations. 10 a tg Kings, Earthly. Mosiah 12:6; b tg Babylon. 12 a Dan. 7:24. 1583 Revelation 17:13–18:10 sawest are ten kings, which have the b hold of every foul spirit, and received no kingdom as yet; but a c cage of every unclean and hate- receive power as kings one hour ful bird. with the beast. 3 For all nations have drunk of 13 These have one mind, and shall the wine of the wrath of her a for- give their power and strength unto nication, and the kings of the earth the beast. have committed b fornication with 14 These shall make a war with the her, and the merchants of the earth Lamb, and the Lamb shall overcome are waxed rich through the c abun- them: for he is b Lord of lords, and dance of her delicacies. c King of kings: and they that are 4 And I heard another voice from with him are called, and chosen, heaven, saying, a Come b out of her, and faithful. my people, that ye be not partak- 15 And he saith unto me, The wa- ers of her c sins, and that ye receive ters which thou sawest, where the not of her plagues. whore sitteth, are peoples, and mul- 5 For her a sins have reached unto titudes, and nations, and tongues. heaven, and God hath remembered 16 And the ten horns which thou her iniquities. sawest upon the beast, these shall 6 a Reward her even as she re- hate the a whore, and shall make warded you, and double unto her her desolate and naked, and shall double according to her works: in eat her flesh, and b burn her with the cup which she hath filled fill fire. to her double. 17 For God hath put in their hearts 7 How much she hath glorified to fulfil his will, and to agree, and herself, and lived a deliciously, so a give their kingdom unto the beast, much torment and sorrow give her: until the b words of God shall be for she saith in her heart, I sit a fulfilled. queen, and am no widow, and shall 18 And the woman which thou see no sorrow. sawest is that great a city, which 8 Therefore shall her aplagues come reigneth over the kings of the earth. in one day, death, and mourning, and famine; and she shall be utterly Chapter 18 b burned with fire: for strong is the The Saints are called out of Babylon Lord God who c judgeth her. lest they partake of her sins—She falls 9 And the kings of the earth, who have committed fornication and and is lamented by her supporters. lived deliciously with her, shall And after these things I saw another a bewail her, and lament for her, angel come down from heaven, hav- when they shall see the b smoke of ing great power; and the earth was her burning, a lightened with his glory. 10 Standing afar off for the fear 2 And he cried mightily with a of her torment, saying, Alas, alas, strong voice, saying, a Babylon the that great city Babylon, that mighty great is fallen, is fallen, and is be- city! for in one hour is thy judgment come the habitation of devils, and come. 14 a Rev. 16:14. 18 1 a Ezek. 43:2. c Isa. 52:11. b Deut. 10:17; 2 a tg Babylon. 5 a Jer. 51:9 (8–9). Rev. 19:16 (11–16). b gr ward, prison. 6 a D&C 1:9. tg Jesus Christ, Lord; c gr ward, prison. tg Retribution. Jesus Christ, Power of. 3 a Rev. 17:1 (1–2); 7 a gr wantonly, riotously. c Dan. 2:47; 1 Tim. 6:15. D&C 35:11. 8 a tg Plague. 16 a 1 Ne. 22:13 (13–14). b Isa. 23:17. b Rev. 17:16; b Rev. 18:8 (6–18). c gr power of her D&C 64:24; 86:7. 17 a Dan. 8:24. wantonness. c tg Jesus Christ, Judge. b D&C 1:37. 4 a Zech. 2:7. 9 a Jer. 51:8. 18 a Rev. 14:8. b Gen. 19:14. b Gen. 19:28. Revelation 18:11–19:4 1584 11 And the merchants of the earth 21 And a mighty angel took up a shall weep and mourn over her; for stone like a great millstone, and cast no man buyeth their merchandise it into the sea, saying, Thus with any more: violence shall that great city a Bab- 12 The merchandise of gold, and ylon be thrown down, and shall be silver, and precious stones, and of found no more at all. pearls, and fine linen, and purple, 22 And the voice of harpers, and and silk, and scarlet, and all thy- musicians, and of pipers, and trum- ine wood, and all manner vessels peters, shall be heard no more at all of ivory, and all manner vessels of in thee; and no craftsman, of what- most precious wood, and of brass, soever craft he be, shall be found and iron, and marble, any more in thee; and the sound of 13 And cinnamon, and odours, and a millstone shall be heard no more ointments, and frankincense, and at all in thee; wine, and oil, and fine flour, and 23 And the light of a candle shall wheat, and beasts, and sheep, and shine no more at all in thee; and horses, and chariots, and a slaves, the a voice of the bridegroom and and souls of men. of the bride shall be heard no more 14 And the fruits that thy soul at all in thee: for thy merchants a lusted after are departed from thee, were the great men of the earth; for and all things which were dainty and by thy b sorceries were all nations goodly are departed from thee, and deceived. thou shalt find them no more at all. 24 And in her was found the ablood 15 The merchants of these things, of prophets, and of saints, and of which were made rich by her, shall all that were slain upon the earth. stand afar off for the fear of her tor- ment, weeping and wailing, Chapter 19 16 And saying, Alas, alas, that great The marriage supper of the Lamb is city, that was clothed in fine linen, made ready—The testimony of Jesus is and purple, and scarlet, and decked the spirit of prophecy—Christ is King with gold, and precious stones, and of Kings and Lord of Lords. pearls! 17 For in one hour so great riches And after these things I heard a great is come to nought. And every ship- voice of much people in heaven, say- master, and all the company in ships, ing, Alleluia; Salvation, and glory, and sailors, and as many as trade and honour, and power, unto the by sea, stood afar off, Lord our God: 18 And cried when they saw the 2 For true and righteous are his smoke of her burning, saying, What a judgments: for he hath b judged the city is like unto this great city! great c whore, which did corrupt the 19 And they cast a dust on their earth with her fornication, and hath heads, and cried, weeping and wail- avenged the blood of his servants ing, saying, Alas, alas, that great at her hand. city, wherein were made rich all 3 And again they said, Alleluia. that had ships in the sea by reason And her a smoke rose up for ever of her costliness! for in one hour is and ever. she made desolate. 4 And the four and twenty elders 20 Rejoice over her, thou heaven, and the four a beasts fell down and and ye holy apostles and prophets; worshipped God that sat on the for God hath avenged you on her. throne, saying, Amen; Alleluia. 13 a tg Slavery. 23 a Jer. 7:34. 19 2 a tg Jesus Christ, Judge. 14 a tg Lust. b tg Sorcery. b Rev. 17:1 (1–2). 19 a Ezek. 27:30. 24 a Rev. 17:6 (1–18); c D&C 29:21. 21 a tg Babylon; 2 Ne. 27:4 (3–4); 28:10; 3 a Gen. 19:28. Devil, Church of. Morm. 8:27 (27, 40–41). 4 a tg Cherubim. 1585 Revelation 19:5–19 5 And a voice came out of the and he had a b name written, that no throne, saying, Praise our God, all man knew, but he himself. ye his servants, and ye that fear him, 13 And he was a clothed with a ves- both small and great. ture dipped in blood: and his b name 6 And I heard as it were the voice of is called The c Word of God. a great multitude, and as the voice 14 And the armies which were in of many waters, and as the voice of heaven followed him upon white mighty thunderings, saying, Alle- horses, a clothed in fine linen, white luia: for the Lord a God b omni­potent and clean. reigneth. 15 aAnd out of his mouth goeth a 7 Let us be glad and rejoice, and sharp sword, that with it he should give honour to him: for the amarriage smite the nations: and he shall b rule of the b Lamb is come, and his wife them with a rod of iron: and he tread- hath made herself ready. eth the c winepress of the fierceness 8 And to her was granted that she and wrath of Almighty God. should be arrayed in fine linen, clean 16 And he hath on his vesture and white: for the fine a linen is the and on his thigh a name written, b righteousness of saints. a King of Kings, and b Lord of 9 And he saith unto me, Write, Lords. Blessed are they which are called 17 And I saw an angel standing in unto the a marriage b supper of the the sun; and he cried with a loud c Lamb. And he saith unto me, These voice, saying to all the fowls that fly are the true sayings of God. in the midst of heaven, Come and 10 And I afell at his feet to bworship gather yourselves together unto the him. And he said unto me, See thou supper of the great God; do it not: I am thy c fellowservant, 18 That ye may eat the flesh of and of thy brethren that have the kings, and the flesh of captains, testimony of Jesus: worship God: for and the flesh of mighty men, and the d testimony of Jesus is the spirit the flesh of horses, and of them of e prophecy. that sit on them, and the flesh of 11 And I saw heaven opened, and all a men, both free and bond, both behold a white horse; and he that small and great. sat upon him was called Faithful 19 And I saw the beast, and the and True, and in righteousness he kings of the earth, and their armies, doth a judge and make b war. gathered together to make war 12 His a eyes were as a flame of fire, against him that sat on the horse, and on his head were many crowns; and against his army. 6 a Dan. 2:47. d tg Testimony. rule them with the word b tg Jesus Christ, e tg Prophecy. of his mouth; and he Power of. 11 a tg Jesus Christ, Judge. treadeth the winepress 7 a Isa. 54:5; b tg War. in the fierceness and Matt. 22:2 (2–14); 12 a tg God, Manifesta- wrath of Almighty God. Luke 5:34; tions of. Isa. 11:4. Rev. 21:2. b Rev. 2:17 (12–17). b tg Jesus Christ, b tg Jesus Christ, Lamb 13 a Isa. 63:2 (2–3); Authority of. of God. D&C 133:48 (48–51). c Isa. 63:3 (3–4); 8 a Matt. 22:11 (11–14); b tg Name. Rev. 14:19 (17–20); 1 Ne. 12:10 (10–11). c Moses 1:32 (32–33). D&C 88:106. b Alma 5:27. tg Jesus Christ, 16 a tg Jesus Christ, Second 9 a D&C 58:11. Messenger of the Coming. b Luke 14:15; 22:30. Covenant. b Deut. 10:17; c tg Jesus Christ, Lamb 14 a tg Clothing. Rev. 17:14. of God. 15 a jst Rev. 19:15 And out 18 a jst Rev. 19:18 . . . who 10 a Rev. 22:8. of his mouth proceedeth fight against the Lamb, b tg Worship. the word of God, and both bond and free, c Acts 10:26; with it he will smite both small and great. Rev. 1:1 (1–6). the nations; and he will Revelation 19:20–20:11 1586 20 And the beast was taken, and God, and which had not worshipped with him the a false prophet that the beast, neither his image, neither wrought b miracles before him, with had received his mark upon their which he c deceived them that had foreheads, or in their hands; and received the mark of the beast, and they lived and b reigned with Christ them that worshipped his image. a c thousand years. These both were cast alive into a 5 But the rest of the a dead lived d lake of efire burning with brimstone. not again until the thousand years 21 And the remnant were slain were finished. This is the first res- a with the sword of him that sat upon urrection. the horse, which sword proceeded 6 a Blessed and holy is he that hath out of his mouth: and all the fowls part in the b first c resurrection: on were filled with their flesh. such the d second death hath no power, but they shall be e priests of Chapter 20 God and of Christ, and shall reign Satan is bound during the Millennium— with him a thousand years. The Saints will then live and reign with 7 And when the a thousand years are expired, b Satan shall be loosed Christ—The dead stand before God and out of his prison, are judged out of the books according to their works. 8 And shall go out to deceive the nations which are in the four quar- And I saw an a angel come down ters of the earth, a Gog and Magog, from heaven, having the key of the to gather them together to battle: bottomless b pit and a great chain the number of whom is as the sand in his hand. of the sea. 2 And he laid hold on the dragon, 9 And they went up on the breadth that old aserpent, which is the bDevil, of the earth, and compassed the and Satan, and c bound him a thou- camp of the saints about, and the sand years, beloved city: and fire came down 3 And cast him into the bottomless from God out of heaven, and de- pit, and shut him up, and set a seal voured them. upon him, that he should deceive the 10 And the a devil that deceived a nations no more, till the thousand them was b cast into the lake of c fire years should be fulfilled: and after and brimstone, where the beast and that he must be bloosed a little season. the false prophet are, and shall be 4 And I saw thrones, and they sat tormented day and night for ever upon them, and ajudgment was given and ever. unto them: and I saw the souls of 11 And I saw a great white throne, them that were beheaded for the and him that sat on it, from whose witness of Jesus, and for the word of face the a earth and the heaven fled 20 a tg Antichrist; b tg Devil. b D&C 63:18. False Prophets. c D&C 84:100. c tg Resurrection. b tg Miracle. 3 a tg Nations. d tg Death, Spiritual, c Rev. 13:14 (11–18). b D&C 43:31. Second. d Matt. 8:12; 13:42; 4 a Dan. 7:22; 1 Cor. 6:2; e tg Priest, Aaronic D&C 112:24. 3 Ne. 27:27; Priesthood; Priest, tg Hell. D&C 20:13 (5–15); Melchizedek Priesthood. e Dan. 7:11. 75:21 (21–22). bd Priests. 21 a jst Rev. 19:21 . . . with b tg Jesus Christ, 7 a tg Jesus Christ, the word of him that sat Millennial Reign. Millennial Reign. upon the horse, which c tg Millennium. b tg Devil. word proceeded out of 5 a D&C 43:18; 88:101. 8 a Gen. 10:2 (2–3); his mouth . . . tg Spirits, Disembodied. Ezek. 38:2. 20 1 a tg Angels. 6 a jst Rev. 20:6 Blessed 10 a D&C 28:11. b Rev. 9:1; and holy are they who b D&C 19:3. D&C 76:48. have part in the first c Dan. 7:11; D&C 76:36. 2 a Isa. 27:1. resurrection . . . 11 a D&C 29:24 (24–25). 1587 Revelation 20:12–21:10 away; and there was found no bplace cle of God is with men, and he will for them. a dwell with them, and they shall be 12 And I saw the a dead, small and his people, and b God himself shall great, b stand before God; and the be with them, and be their God. c books were opened: and another 4 And God shall wipe away all tears book was opened, which is the d book from their eyes; and there shall be of life: and the dead were e judged no more adeath, neither bsorrow, nor out of those things which were crying, neither shall there be any written in the books, according to more c pain: for the former things their f works. are passed away. 13 And the sea gave up the dead 5 And he that sat upon the throne which were in it; and a death and said, Behold, I make all things a new. b hell delivered up the dead which And he said unto me, b Write: for were in them: and they were judged these c words are true and faithful. ever y man according to their 6 And he said unto me, It is done. works. a I am bAlpha and Omega, the begin- 14 And a death and b hell were cast ning and the end. I will give unto into the lake of fire. This is the c sec- him that is athirst of the fountain ond death. of the c water of life freely. 15 And whosoever was not found 7 He that a overcometh shall b in- written in the book of life was cast herit c all things; and I will be his into the lake of fire. God, and he shall be my d son. 8 But the fearful, and aunbelieving, Chapter 21 and the abominable, and b murder- ers, and c whoremongers, and d sor- Those who overcome will be sons of God—The earth attains its celestial cerers, and idolaters, and all e liars, glory. shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brim- And I saw a anew bheaven and a new stone: which is the f second g death. c earth: for the first heaven and the 9 And there came unto me one of first d earth were passed away; and the seven angels which had the seven there was no more sea. vials full of the seven last a plagues, 2 And I John saw the holy city, anew and talked with me, saying, Come b Jerusalem, coming down from God hither, I will shew thee the bride, out of heaven, prepared as a c bride the Lamb’s wife. adorned for her husband. 10 And he carried me away in the 3 And I heard a great voice out of spirit to a great and high amountain, heaven saying, Behold, the taberna- and shewed me that great city, the 11 b Dan. 2:35 (31–36). c tg Earth, Destiny of; c tg Living Water. 12 a Alma 11:44 (43–44). Earth, Renewal of. 7 a Rev. 2:7; tg Death. d tg World, End of. D&C 76:60 (58–60). b tg Resurrection. 2 a tg Zion. b tg Exaltation. c Dan. 7:10. b tg Jerusalem, New. c Ps. 84:11. d tg Book of Life. c Matt. 22:2 (2–14); tg Eternal Life. e D&C 137:9. Luke 5:34; d tg Sons and Daughters tg Accountability; Rev. 19:7 (7–9). of God. Judgment, the Last. 3 a tg God, Presence of. 8 a tg Stiffnecked. f tg Good Works. b Ezek. 48:35. b tg Murder. 13 a 2 Tim. 1:10. 4 a Rev. 7:17. c tg Adulterer; Chastity. b tg Hell; b tg Mourning; Sorrow. d tg Sorcery. Spirits in Prison. c tg Pain. e tg Lying. 14 a 1 Cor. 15:26 (26, 54). 5 a 2 Cor. 5:17; f tg Hell. b tg Damnation. D&C 130:5–9. g tg Death, Spiritual, c tg Death, Spiritual, b tg Scriptures, Writing of. Second. Second. c D&C 1:37. 9 a tg Plague. 21 1 a tg Celestial Glory. 6 a tg Jesus Christ, Jehovah. 10 a Ezek. 40:2; b tg Heaven. b D&C 45:7. Moses 1:1. Revelation 21:11–22:2 1588 holy b Jerusalem, descending out of 21 And the twelve gates were twelve heaven from God, pearls; every several gate was of one 11 Having the a glory of God: and pearl: and the street of the city was her light was like unto a stone most pure a gold, as it were transparent precious, even like a jasper stone, b glass. clear as crystal; 22 And I saw no temple therein: 12 And had a wall great and high, for the Lord God aAlmighty and the and had twelve agates, and at the gates Lamb are the b temple of it. twelve angels, and names written 23 And the city had no need of thereon, which are the names of the the a sun, neither of the moon, to twelve tribes of the children of Israel: shine in it: for the glory of God did 13 On the east three gates; on the lighten it, and the bLamb is the clight north three gates; on the south three thereof. gates; and on the west three gates. 24 And the nations of them which 14 And the wall of the city had are saved shall a walk in the light of twelve foundations, and in them it: and the b kings of the c earth do the names of the twelve apostles bring their glory and honour into it. of the Lamb. 25 And the a gates of it shall not be 15 And he that talked with me shut at all by day: for there shall be had a golden reed to measure the no night there. city, and the gates thereof, and the 26 And they shall bring the glory wall thereof. and honour of the nations into it. 16 And the city lieth foursquare, 27 And there shall in no wise en- and the a length is as large as the ter into it any thing that a defileth, breadth: and he measured the city neither whatsoever worketh abomi­ with the reed, twelve thousand b fur- nation, or maketh a lie: but they longs. The length and the breadth which are written in the Lamb’s and the height of it are equal. b book of life. 17 And he measured the wall thereof, an hundred and forty and Chapter 22 four cubits, according to the measure The Saints will reign in celestial splen- of a man, that is, of the angel. dor—Christ will come, and men will 18 And the building of the wall be judged—Blessed are they who keep of it was of jasper: and the city was His commandments. pure gold, like unto clear glass. 19 And the foundations of the wall And he shewed me a pure river of of the city were garnished with all a water of life, clear as crystal, pro- manner of precious stones. The first ceeding out of the throne of God foundation was jasper; the second, and of the Lamb. sapphire; the third, a chalcedony; 2 In the midst of the street of it, and the fourth, an emerald; on either side of the river, was there 20 The fifth, sardonyx; the sixth, the a tree of b life, which bare twelve sardius; the seventh, chrysolite; the manner of fruits, and yielded her eighth, beryl; the ninth, a topaz; the fruit every month: and the c leaves tenth, a chrysoprasus; the eleventh, of the tree were for the healing of a jacinth; the twelfth, an amethyst. the nations. 10 b Moses 7:63 (21, 62–64). b tg Temple. 25 a Isa. 60:11. 11 a Ezek. 43:2 (1–6). 23 a Isa. 60:19; 27 a D&C 76:112 (81–112). 12 a Ezek. 48:31. Rev. 22:5. b tg Book of Life. 16 a Ezek. 40:5. b tg Jesus Christ, Lamb 22 1 a Ezek. 47:1; Joel 3:18; b gr stadia. A stadium of God. Zech. 14:8. was about 607 English c tg Jesus Christ, Light 2 a Gen. 2:9; feet, or 185.2 meters. of the World. Rev. 2:7 (1–7); 21 a D&C 137:4 (2–4). 24 a tg Walking with God. 1 Ne. 8:10 (1–11). b tg Earth, Destiny of. b tg Kings, Earthly. b tg Immortality. 22 a tg God, Power of. c Isa. 49:22; 60:5. c Ezek. 47:12. 1589 Revelation 22:3–19 3 And there shall be no more and he that is holy, let him be holy a curse: but the b throne of God and still. of the c Lamb shall be in it; and his 12 And, behold, I a come quickly; servants shall serve him: and my b reward is with me, to give 4 And they shall a see his b face; and every man according as his c work his c name shall be in their foreheads. shall be. 5 And there shall be no night there; 13 I am Alpha and Omega, the and they need no candle, neither beginning and the end, the a first light of the a sun; for the Lord God and the last. giveth them b light: and they shall 14 Blessed are they that a do his c reign d for ever and ever. b commandments, that they may 6 And he said unto me, These say- have right to the tree of life, and ings are faithful and a true: and the may enter in through the gates into Lord God of the holy prophets sent the city. his angel to shew unto his servants 15 For without are dogs, and a sor- the things which must b shortly be cerers, and b whoremongers, and done. c murderers, and idolaters, and who- 7 Behold, I a come quickly: b blessed soever loveth and maketh a d lie. is he that keepeth the c sayings of 16 I Jesus have sent mine a angel the prophecy of this book. to testify unto you these things in 8 And I John saw these things, and the churches. I am the b root and the heard them. And when I had heard offspring of David, and the bright and seen, I a fell down to worship and morning c star. before the feet of the angel which 17 And the Spirit and the bride shewed me these things. say, aCome. And let him that heareth 9 Then saith he unto me, See thou say, Come. And let him that is athirst do it not: for I am thy fellowservant, come. And whosoever will, let him and of thy brethren the prophets, take the b water of life freely. and of them which keep the sayings 18 For I testify unto every man that of this book: worship God. heareth the words of the prophecy 10 And he saith unto me, Seal not of this book, If any man shall a add the sayings of the prophecy of this unto these things, God shall add unto book: for the time is at hand. him the b plagues that are written 11 He that is a unjust, let him be in this book: b unjust still: and he which is c filthy, 19 And if any man shall take away let him be filthy still: and he that is from the words of the book of this righteous, let him be righteous still: prophecy, God shall take away his 3 a tg Curse; Kingdom of God, 15 a tg Sorcery; Earth, Curse of. on Earth. Telestial Glory. b Jer. 3:17; d D&C 132:20. b tg Adulterer; Joel 3:21 (18–21); 6 a D&C 68:34. Whore. Zech. 2:10 (10–12). b Rev. 1:1 (1–6); c tg Murder. c tg Jesus Christ, Lamb D&C 88:79. d tg Lying. of God. 7 a D&C 51:20. 16 a tg Angels. 4 a tg God, Privilege of b Rev. 1:3 (1–6). b Isa. 53:2; Seeing. c D&C 58:2. Rev. 5:5 (1–14). b John 14:3; 8 a Rev. 19:10. c 2 Pet. 1:19; 1 Thes. 4:17; 11 a Alma 41:13 (10–15). Rev. 2:28. D&C 38:8 (7–8). b Dan. 12:10. 17 a Moro. 10:32 (30–33). tg God, Body of, c tg Filthiness. b tg Living Water. Corporeal Nature. 12 a 1 Thes. 2:19; 3:13; 18 a Deut. 4:2 (2–3); c Rev. 3:12 (7–13); Rev. 1:7. 3 Ne. 11:40 (39–40); 7:3 (2–8); 14:1 (1–5). b tg Reward. D&C 20:35 (35–36). 5 a Isa. 60:19; c Alma 41:13. tg Scriptures, Rev. 21:23. 13 a tg God, Eternal Preservation of. b tg Earth, Destiny of. Nature of. b tg Plague. c Matt. 25:34. 14 a tg Obedience. tg Eternal Life; b tg Good Works. Revelation 22:20–21 1590 part out of the a book of life, and out saith, Surely I a come quickly. Amen. of the holy city, and from the things Even so, come, Lord Jesus. which are written in this book. 21 The a grace of our b Lord Jesus 20 He which testifieth these things Christ be with you all. Amen. 19 a tg Book of Life. 21 a Rom. 16:24 (20–24). 20 a D&C 33:18; 35:27. b tg Jesus Christ, Lord. The End