Ammon’s arrival renewed the desire of Limhi’s people—and their hope—to escape from captivity. As they counseled together, Gideon proposed a plan which was approved by Limhi and successfully implemented.
Chapter Outline
- Limhi and Ammon gather the people to discuss how to escape (v. 1-2)
- Gideon proposes a plan (v. 3-8)
- They escape the Lamanites and arrive in Zarahemla (v. 9-16)
My Takeaways
- Before making decisions, seek input from those who will be affected.
- Recognize and champion other people’s ideas.
- Speak up when your words can make a difference.
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❖ Limhi’s people discuss how to escape – Mosiah 22:1-2
That They Might Have the Voice of the People – Mosiah 22:1
1 And now it came to pass that Ammon and king Limhi began to consult with the people how they should deliver themselves out of bondage; and even they did cause that all the people should gather themselves together; and this they did that they might have the voice of the people concerning the matter.…
To Consult with the People – Mosiah 22:1-2
1 And now it came to pass that Ammon and king Limhi began to consult with the people how they should deliver themselves out of bondage; and even they did cause that all the people should gather themselves together; and this they did that they might have the voice of the people concerning the matter.…
❖ Gideon proposes a plan – Mosiah 22:3-8
How Can I Be a Better Listener?
Today, I pondered what I can do to be a better listener. Here are some relevant guidelines taught by the Book of Mormon: 1. Recognize your own limitations and prepare yourself to participate fully in the interaction. When Nephi returned to his family’s camp after seeing a vision, he found his brothers “disputing one with…
Gideon Went Forth – Mosiah 22:3-4, 9
3 Now it came to pass that Gideon went forth and stood before the king, and said unto him: Now O king, thou hast hitherto hearkened unto my words many times when we have been contending with our brethren, the Lamanites. 4 And now O king, if thou hast not found me to be an…
Old Testament Foundations
Mordecai
After receiving poor advice from Memucan and dealing with a power-hungry prince named Haman, King Ahasuerus must have been relieved to find Mordecai, a humble man of integrity. Even though the main character in the book of Esther is the queen herself, her cousin and mentor Mordecai is a constant presence throughout the book, acting…
All Posts Referencing Mosiah 22
- Principles of Effective Councils in Doctrine and Covenants 102 (9/16/2025)
- The French Farm: Action-Oriented Councils (9/7/2025)
- Captivity and Deliverance: Limhi and Alma (5/26/2024)
- Gideon (5/25/2024)
- In the Wilderness (5/11/2024)
- Limhi’s Psalm (5/10/2024)
- Mordecai (7/28/2022)
- The Voice of the People (6/15/2022)
- How Can I Be a Better Listener? (5/12/2019)
- Gideon Went Forth – Mosiah 22:3-4, 9 (5/13/2018)
- That They Might Have the Voice of the People – Mosiah 22:1-4 (2/21/2018)
- That They Might Have the Voice of the People – Mosiah 22:1 (1/18/2017)
- To Consult with the People – Mosiah 22:1-2 (5/18/2015)