Tag Archives: 2 Nephi 19

Why Is Light an Appropriate Symbol for the Birth of Christ?

Posted on December 7, 2019 by

In a passage quoted by Nephi, Isaiah used the imagery of light to describe the birth of the Messiah: The people that walked in darkness have seen a great light; they that dwell in the land of the shadow of … Continue reading →

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What Is “Stoutness of Heart?”

Posted on September 4, 2019 by

After prophesying that the Savior will one day establish peace and justice on the earth, Isaiah contrasts God’s steady leadership with the frantic efforts of people trying to do things on their own: And all the people shall know, even … Continue reading →

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Which of Isaiah’s Writings Are Quoted in the Book of Mormon?

Posted on May 31, 2019 by

About a third of the book of Isaiah (21 out of 66 chapters) is quoted in the Book of Mormon. Here is a list of those chapters with a brief description of each: Isaiah 2 (2 Nephi 12) – There … Continue reading →

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What Is the Historical Context for the Book of Isaiah?

Posted on May 30, 2019 by

Nephi taught that the words of Isaiah “are plain unto all those that are filled with the spirit of prophecy” (2 Nephi 25:4). But he also acknowledged that he had an advantage over his descendants, because he had lived in … Continue reading →

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What Does the Book of Mormon Teach About Anger?

Posted on May 9, 2019 by

As we’ve discussed the last couple of days: We feel sadness when something bad happens to us or to someone we love. We feel fear when we think something bad is likely to happen to us or to someone we … Continue reading →

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What Is the Significance of the Name “Wonderful, Counselor, The Mighty God, The Everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace?”

Posted on March 16, 2019 by

In Isaiah 9 (which is quoted by Nephi in 2 Nephi 19), the prophet Isaiah provides a long name for the Messiah. Most of the time, names are not translated. For example, the name Immanuel, which means “God is with … Continue reading →

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His Hand Is Stretched Out Still – 2 Nephi 19:12, 17, 21; 20:4

Posted on October 11, 2018 by

…For all this his anger is not turned away, but his hand is stretched out still. (2 Nephi 19:12, 17, 21; 20:4; Isaiah 9:12, 17, 21; 10:4) As he describes the rebelliousness of the kingdom of Israel, Isaiah repeatedly uses … Continue reading →

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