Instructions Read one or more of the following resources: “Understanding Isaiah” from the Old Testament Institute Student ManualLinks to an external site. “Ten Keys to Understanding Isaiah”, by Elder Bruce R. McConkie (Ensign, October 1973Links to an external site. “How Can I Understand Isaiah?” New Era, March 2012Links to an external site. Spend one hour studying the scriptures below. Use the Institute student manual (1 Nephi 20Links to an external site., 2 Nephi 11–16Links to an external site., 17–24) Links to an external site.as a guide as you puzzle your way through these challenging chapters in the Book of Mormon. Do not worry about reading each verse in every chapter in only an hour. We are looking for depth of study, not breadth. Read slowly, looking for insights that come to your mind, or that are shared in the linked passages from the Book of Mormon Institue Manual. Share at least five insights you found while studying the scriptures below. Scripture Passage Link to Institute Manual Insights & Interpretations 1 Nephi 20Links to an external site. (link)Links to an external site. 2 Nephi 12Links to an external site. (link)Links to an external site. 2 Nephi 15Links to an external site. (link)Links to an external site. 2 Nephi 16Links to an external site. (link)Links to an external site. 2 Nephi 18Links to an external site. (link)Links to an external site. 2 Nephi 20Links to an external site. (link)Links to an external site. 2 Nephi 25:1–8Links to an external site. (link)Links to an external site. Copy and paste the table above into a Word.doc and type in the 5 insights you gained as you studied in the appropriate box for the chapters you studied. Include which verses inspired your discovery and what you learned that could bless your life or cause changes to bring you closer to Heavenly Father and Christ.

1 Now I, Nephi, do speak somewhat concerning the words which I have written, which have been spoken by the mouth of Isaiah. For behold, Isaiah spake many things which were ahard for many of my people to understand; for they know not concerning the manner of prophesying among the Jews.2 For I, Nephi, have not taught them many things concerning the manner of the Jews; for their aworks were works of darkness, and their doings were doings of abominations.3 Wherefore, I write unto my people, unto all those that shall receive hereafter these things which I write, athat they may know the judgments of God, that they come upon all nations, according to the word which he hath spoken.4 Wherefore, hearken, O my people, which are of the house of Israel, and give ear unto my words; for because the words of Isaiah are not plain unto you, nevertheless they are plain unto all those that are filled with the aspirit of bprophecy. But I give unto you a cprophecy, according to the spirit which is in me; wherefore I shall prophesy according to the dplainness which hath been with me from the time that I came out from Jerusalem with my father; for behold, my soul delighteth in eplainness unto my people, that they may learn.5 Yea, and my soul delighteth in the words of aIsaiah, for I came out from Jerusalem, and mine eyes hath beheld the things of the bJews, and I know that the Jews do cunderstand the things of the prophets, and there is none other people that understand the things which were spoken unto the Jews like unto them, save it be that they are taught after the manner of the things of the Jews.6 But behold, I, Nephi, have not taught my children after the manner of the Jews; but behold, I, of myself, have dwelt at Jerusalem, wherefore I know concerning the regions round about; and I have made mention unto my children concerning the judgments of God, which ahath come to pass among the Jews, unto my children, according to all that which Isaiah hath spoken, and I do not write them.7 But behold, I proceed with mine own prophecy, according to my aplainness; in the which I bknow that no man can err; nevertheless, in the days that the prophecies of Isaiah shall be fulfilled men shall know of a surety, at the times when they shall come to pass.8 Wherefore, they are of aworth unto the children of men, and he that supposeth that they are not, unto them will I speak particularly, and confine the words unto mine bown people; for I know that they shall be of great worth unto them in the clast days; for in that day shall they understand them; wherefore, for their good have I written them. and 2 Nephi 25:1–8. Helps for Understanding IsaiahFor helps on understanding Isaiah, see commentary for 1 Nephi 20–21 on page 43.2 Nephi 25:4. “Filled with the Spirit of Prophecy”President Joseph Fielding Smith (1876–1972) clarified the phrase “the spirit of prophecy” and how we might attain this gift:“Revelation may be given to every member of the Church. The Prophet said that every man should be a prophet; that the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy. It is not only the privilege but the duty of each member of the Church to know the truth which will make him free. This he cannot know unless it is revealed to him. …“The gift of the Holy Ghost is given to the members of the Church so that they may have the spirit of prophecy and revelation. Let it be understood however, that they will not receive revelation for the guidance of the Church” (Church History and Modern Revelation, 2 vols. [1953], 2:217–18).2 Nephi 25:9–30:18. Nephi’s Sermon to Jews, Children of Lehi, and GentilesThe following overview provides a summary of 2 Nephi, chapters 25–30, which make up a sermon given by Nephi to three different groups of people—the Jews, the children of Lehi, and the Gentiles.Nephi’s Message to the Jews (2 Nephi 25:10–20)Destruction of Jerusalem; captivity in Babylon; return to Jerusalem (see verses 10–11)Jewish rejection of Christ; His Crucifixion and Resurrection (see verses 12–13)Jerusalem destroyed again in A.D. 70 and A.D. 135 (see verse 14)Subsequent scattering of the Jews (see verses 17–20)Nephi’s Message to the Children of Lehi (2 Nephi 25:21–26:11)Nephi’s writings preserved and handed down; Joseph’s posterity to be preserved (see 25:21)Nephites rejoice in Christ; purpose of the law of Moses (see 25:23–30)Signs followed by destruction; Christ visited the Nephites; destruction of the Nephites (see 26:1–11). type in the 5 insights you gained as you studied in the appropriate box for the chapters you studied. Include which verses inspired your discovery and what you learned that could bless your life or cause changes to bring you closer to Heavenly Father and Christ.

verse by verse commentary on Isaiah 11:1-10

The Millennial Kingdom - Isaiah 11:1-10; verse by verse

W13 Application: Scripture GuideStart AssignmentDue Sunday by 9:59am Points 20 Submitting a file upload File Types doc and docxTask: Complete the template to create a Social Innovation Scripture Guide.Purpose: Learn the gospel definitions of cultural ideas and discover themes and patterns in the scriptures.Instructor: Your instructor will grade your assignment based on the rubric.ContextThe leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints added study tools such as the Topical GuideLinks to an external site. and Bible DictionaryLinks to an external site. to the standard works to aid us in understanding the gospel.InstructionsWatch the first 45 seconds of W13 Application activity video.(01:28 mins, "Application Activity 13" TranscriptLinks to an external site.)Download the Social Innovation Scripture Guide Template Download Social Innovation Scripture Guide Template and create a Social Innovation Scripture Guide where you connect gospel principles to social innovation concepts.Any clear, well-organized format is acceptable; use the LDS scripture formats or your own.The Bible Dictionary lists words and gives their meaning. It also explains cultural ideas. See example (below).The Topical Guide brings together references from all four standard works, it allows readers to see themes and patterns. See example (below).Study the list of scriptures, find and use others, or a combination of the two.D&C 58:27–29Links to an external site.Matthew 7:2–5Links to an external site.Matthew 25:31–39Links to an external site.Colossians 3:13–14Links to an external site.1 Corinthians 13Links to an external site.Moroni 7:2–5, 45–48Links to an external site.Mosiah 5:2Links to an external site.Moses 1:39Links to an external site.2 Corinthians 8Links to an external site.2 Corinthians 9Links to an external site.Complete the template.Stretch your mind spiritually.Be clear and thorough.Customize the template.Here are some examples of what you might learn and document from the Bible Dictionary Download Bible Dictionaryand from the Topical Guide Download Topical Guide.(Optional) Review the Application Assignment Guidelines.Read the rubric. Edit your work to ensure it addresses the rubric criteria for each category.Replace "LastnameFirstname" with your name. Submit your document to this assignment.PreviousNext

The Savior's Visit to AmericaAfter you finish your study of the Savior's visit to the Nephites, pick a friend or family member and share with them the insights/feelings you had through your study. If you are comfortable sharing your testimony of Jesus Christ and how 3 Nephi deepened your appreciation for the Savior please do that.InstructionsShare some of your favorite insights you gained while you studied. Try to generate a discussion with others about what you learned and why it is important. However you choose to share the gospel, it should be authentic, genuine, and loving. Below are some suggestions to guide how you might share your thoughts with others.Post your insights on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.Create a one to two minute video.Write a blog post.Share a message during family home evening.Give a talk.Send a text message.Have a conversation with a family member, a friend, or even a stranger.Answer the following questions in the textbox provided to report your experience.Who did you share your insights with?What did you share? Include reference to scripture or a church leader talk.What was the highlight(s) from your teaching experience?How was the experience?How did you feel while sharing it?What reaction or feedback did you receive?RubricW09 Teach One AnotherW09 Teach One AnotherCriteria Ratings PtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeParticipation10 ptsOutstandingDemonstrates diligent application of Learning Model principles, including an initiative in serving other students.8 ptsSignificantThe student participates in the Learning Model as applied in the activity.6 ptsSufficientThe student participates only marginally in the Learning Model.4 ptsPoor Performance0 ptsMissing or incomplete10 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSummary10 ptsOutstandingOutstanding understanding, application, and integration of subject material and extensive evidence of original thinking, and skillful use of concepts evident in all five question responses.8 ptsSignificantSignificant understanding and application of subject material with evidence of original thinking, and skillful use of concepts evident in at least four of the five question responses.6 ptsSufficientSufficient understanding and application of subject material. Lack of evidence of original thinking and skillful use of concepts evident or less than four of the five questions answered.