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Join us today as we begin to study the principles found in Mosiah 11-12 and review the context that Abinadi enters the story. We consider the profile of Abinadi and reflect on the lessons we can learn from his outstanding example.
Robert J Matthews: The Nephite prophet Abinadi holds a singular place in the Book of Mormon. He is the first Nephite of whom we have record to die as a martyr. His doctrinal teachings are some of the most valuable in the Book of Mormon, clarifying the purpose of the law of Moses, identifying who the Redeemer would be, and declaring some facts about the Resurrection not previously mentioned in the Book of Mormon. He was capable of exquisitely colorful language sparked with fiery metaphor, yet at times was plain-spoken to the point of bluntness. . . . So far as we know, he converted but one man… Alma