1:37 (14, 37); Morm. They will also be among the Jews, and the Jews shall know them not. (Another Mark Mabry picture) What an intimate and sweet last meeting. Either one has the faith to hear and obey the word of God and accept it as such, or one does not. ☼ 3 Nephi 28:26–28: But behold, I have seen them, and they have ministered unto me. Downloads Male Voice (MP3) Female Voice (MP3) Entire Book (PDF) Text Settings. It is also the stuff that rumors and Mormon "urban legends" are made of. In reply, the Lord informed him that translated beings were still mortal but that a special change, more permanent than transfiguration, was 'wrought upon their bodies, that they might not suffer pain nor sorrow save it were for the sins of the world...insomuch that Satan could have no power over them, that he could not tempt them; and they were sanctified in the flesh, that they were holy, and that the powers of the earth could not hold them.' This verse can be confusing because the three Nephites were both transfigured and translated. So we should not expect the three Nephites to appear to us and tell us to move to Missouri. 3 Nephi 28. 3 Nephi 5. Reference Guide to the Book of Mormon. Thus, even with the best set of genes, the best diet, and the best medicine, life cannot be extended much beyond the age of 100. 7 Therefore, more blessed are ye, for ye shall anever taste of bdeath; but ye shall live to behold all the doings of the Father unto the children of men, even until all things shall be fulfilled according to the will of the Father, when I shall come in my glory with the cpowers of heaven. 201-2 as taken from Latter-day Commentary on the Book of Mormon compiled by K. Douglas Bassett, p. 464). (Stephen R. Robinson, Following Christ, p. 107-8). When the Savior had visited the American continent, He had emphasized the importance of unity in the performance of baptisms. BookofMormonReader 69 views. Prophets are more adept at drinking living water from a fire hydrant because they  have faster spiritual digestive systems. When the three Nephites desire to bring the souls of men unto Christ, theirs is the ultimate, righteous desire. Mormon states that the three disciples have visited him, and that they will go abroad, but will be unknown among the people. "Consider the lilies of the field" (3 Nephi 13:28, Matthew 6:28). Moroni. Annotation for 3 Ne 28:19-22 above 22 And twice were they cast into a den of wild beasts; and behold they did play with the beasts as a child with a suckling lamb , and received no harm. What did he ask them? Table of Contents. 3 Nephi 16. 19 And they were cast into prison by them who did not belong to the church. ☼ 3 Nephi 28:24–25: And now I, Mormon, make an end of speaking concerning these things for a time. (D&C 63:50-51.) 3 Nephi 27:20 by LDS Scripture of the Day | posted in: Book of Mormon | 0 Now this is the commandment: Repent, all ye ends of the earth, and come unto me and be baptized in my name, that ye may be sanctified by the reception of the Holy Ghost, that ye may stand spotless before me at the last day. They have had to live in the earth as we do. 17-22) Volume 22 (2016) Volume 21 (2016) Volume 20 (2016) Volume 19 (2016) Volume 18 (2016) Volume 17 (2016) 2015 (Vols. When the Savior had visited the American continent, He had emphasized the importance of unity in the performance of baptisms. You will find that many districts where the Elders of Israel cannot reach will be penetrated by these men who have power over death...My testimony is that these men are going abroad in the nations of the earth before the face of your sons, and they are preparing the hearts of the children of men to receive the Gospel. Even when sincere and significant, those satisfactions only last 'for a season,' for He who has known full and true joy has so said. ), "How blessed we are, therefore, to experience such gospel gladness, as when, meekly, we come to know what Paul called 'the deep things of God' (1 Corinthians 2:10)...These transcending truths do bring us a stunning perspective, a 'knowledge of things as they are, and as they were, and as they are to come.' Jesus Christ grants the desires of his righteous disciples. ☼ 3 Nephi 28:26–28: But behold, I have seen them, and they have ministered unto me. The difference is a matter of speed, for the time interval between each precept is much shorter. Transfiguration is a change wrought upon a mortal to enable him to temporarily withstand the presence of God and to behold the glory of heaven. ... 28 And according as I have commanded you thus shall ye baptize. 23 And it came to pass that thus they did go forth among all the people of Nephi, and did preach the agospel of Christ unto all people upon the face of the land; and they were converted unto the Lord, and were united unto the church of Christ, and thus the people of bthat generation were blessed, according to the word of Jesus. 28:27; D&C 7:5 (1–8). Joseph Smith prophesied at that time that Jones would see Wales again before he died. For those who are alive when the Lord comes again, this age of seventy-two will again be significant. "So moved was Mormon by this promise and the account of their deeds that he inquired of the Lord about their state. Jacob said: 'Death hath passed upon all men, to fulfil the merciful plan of the great Creator.' (See commentary for verse 8). They were to remain in this translated state until the 'judgment day of Christ,' or in the words of the Savior until 'I shall come in my glory with the powers of heaven'" (adapted from Clyde J. Williams. Tag: 3 Nephi 28 “I Inquired of the Lord” – Moroni 8:7. He promised them that this desire would be fulfilled. When He returns, they will “be changed in the twinkling of an eye from mortality to immortality” (3 Nephi 28:8). Vs 2- What did all but three of them desire? It's fascinating that these righteous disciples were afraid to tell Jesus what they wanted. “Who is the Servant Spoken of by Christ? 36 And now behold, as I spake concerning those whom the Lord hath chosen, yea, even three who were caught up into the heavens, that I knew not whether they were acleansed from bmortality to immortality—. As recorded in Jn 21:21-23 and DC 7, John the Beloved was translated just like the three Nephites. Nine of them asked to quickly enter His kingdom when the work on earth was completed… The Savior was careful to give the Nephites important scriptures which were not contained in the brass plates. Well, what are these unspeakable things? What did the nine desire? What does He … 13 And behold, the heavens were opened, and they were acaught up into heaven, and saw and heard unspeakable things. 12:25; 3 Ne. 'For this cause ye shall have fulness of joy; and ye shall sit down in the kingdom of my Father; yea, your joy shall be full, even as the Father hath given me fulness of joy; and ye shall be even as I am.' Vs 5- Why did they sorrow? "Those who have not embraced the covenants of the doctrine of Christ are not entitled to this continuous and permanent healing influence in their lives, even though at times their prayers may be answered and special blessings given to them. 9:27. Chapter 28. Because of their extraordinary powers and the prophetic words of the Savior himself, which we do not yet possess, Mormon prophesied that 'great and marvelous works shall be wrought by them, before the great and coming day' of the Lord (v 31)." CLICK HERE to read 3 Nephi 28. 31:18 (17–21); 3 Ne. CLICK HERE to read 3 Nephi 28. They would experience no pain while they dwelt in the flesh. Can we ever know what was so sacred that it was not lawful for man to utter? Again the Lord says: 'He that liveth when the Lord shall come, and hath kept the faith, blessed is he; nevertheless, it is appointed to him to die at the age of man. 1 And it came to pass when Jesus had said these words, he spake unto his disciples, one by one, saying unto them: What is it that ye adesire of me, after that I am gone to the Father? They’re actually never referred to as the three Nephites in the Book of Mormon, so maybe they weren’t even Nephites. I saw Father Adam and Abraham' (DC 137:1-5). Bonus: Read D&C 7. Bonus: Read D&C 7. The word "mortal" in this sense, means a being whose body and spirit have not been permanently united by the resurrection. Nine of the twelve disciples desire and are promised an inheritance in Christ’s kingdom when they die—The Three Nephites desire and are given power over death so as to remain on the earth until Jesus comes again—They are translated and see things not lawful to utter, and they are now ministering among men. 3 Nephi 6. 3 Nephi 28:25-40. Less obvious is why these instructions for the Church didn't come through the proper channels...Once again-the Lord does not govern his people by rumor." 31:21; 3 Ne. 3:20; 2 Ne. 3 Nephi 28 This is the great mystery of the Book of Mormon, who are the three Nephites, and where are they and what do they do? Thus, this change from mortality to immortality, though almost instantaneous, is both a death and a resurrection. They wished to return to their Master and Lord. 3 Nephi 8. 11:27 (27–28, 36); Morm. He is not allowed to tempt those who belong to a terrestrial order which includes all those who have been translated. (See Hebrews 11:35. "They wanted to tarry until Jesus came, and that they might, He took them into the heavens and endowed them with the power of translation, probably in one of Enoch's temples, and brought them back to the earth. Paul said: 'As in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive.' Read 3 Nephi 28:1-11.. How did Jesus speak to His disciples? (D&C 93:24.)" The only difference was that it was titled, "The three Nephites and the den of wild beasts." Wherefore, children shall grow up until they become old; old men shall die; but they shall not sleep in the dust, but they shall be changed in the twinkling of an eye.' About 559–545 B.C. Their experience was almost identical to that of the Apostle Paul, who wrote of himself saying: 'I knew a man in Christ above fourteen years ago, (whether in the body, I cannot tell; or whether out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth;) such an one caught up to the third heaven. His diligent inquiry gave us one of the greatest commentaries available on the spirit world (see Alma 40:3-26). They cannot be separated. Christian members please remember to read the Statement of Purpose threads for each forum within Christian Congregations before posting in the forum. Like John, the reason that their desires were granted was because they had great faith, And it was by faith that the three disciples obtained a promise that they should not taste of death; and they obtained not the promise until after their faith. 3 Nephi 28:1 After That I Am Gone to the Father: According to John Tvedtnes, the Hebraisms in the Book of Mormon help persuade us that it is authentic . Their desires had become like the Father and the Son-they had become one with God. First, think of the sacrifice these three are making. 3 Nephi 28 (Below is a list of questions that help me think about each verse as I read it. 29 And it shall come to pass, when the Lord seeth fit in his wisdom that they shall minister unto all the ascattered tribes of Israel, and unto all nations, kindreds, tongues and people, and shall bring out of them unto Jesus many souls, that their desire may be fulfilled, and also because of the convincing power of God which is in them. Three of the Nephites, chosen here by the Lord Jesus as his Apostles, had the same promise--that they should not taste death until Christ came, and they still remain on the earth in the flesh." Jesus Christ grants the desires of his righteous disciples. 6:4; Gal. The Lord has promised that He would send his angels before the face of His servants, and His does so." (D&C 42:46-47.) This is the primary difference between having the gift of the Holy Ghost and being touched temporarily by its influence for some particular purpose. Mormon. Biblical Hebrew begins subordinate clauses with prepositions plus a word that translates as that, such as in Ezekiel 40:1: "after that the city was smitten." Even the prophets of God are just ordinary men, but with extraordinary callings to communicate divine doctrine. How many times are we like these three Nephites? Philip. The human body is just not designed to last much longer. What Would Jesus Do? . Our share in such joy is wholly different from the fleeting satisfactions of the world that come from satisfaction for a season in 'the works of men.' Nevertheless, the process is the same. 1 And it came to pass when Jesus had said these words, he spake unto his disciples, one by one, saying unto them: What is it that ye desire of me, after that I am gone to the Father? Vs 4- Who did he turn to next? 40 And in this state they were to remain until the judgment day of Christ; and at that day they were to receive a greater change, and to be received into the kingdom of the Father to go no more out, but to dwell with God eternally in the heavens. (The Mortal Messiah, book 4, p. 389). 2, p. 46), "...in a little while you will find another prophecy will be fulfilled, and that is the prophecy that Jesus made to the three Nephites who, having power over death, are still living upon this continent. One example is given: "The 'Nephites on the Mesa' [story] has also been around for at least thirty years. Again it is an enigmatic declaration with a hidden meaning. Obviously, he was one of the Three Nephites. When Mormon learned that there was some disputation in the church relating to baptism, he was concerned. 3 Nephi 11. They then had an experience like that of Paul and the three Nephites. This passage teaches us an important lesson. Hence, the Savior tells them, ye shall be even as I am (v. 10). Mormon later clarifies that only the three Nephites who were caught up on this particular occasion (see v. 36). ☼ 3 Nephi 28:13: And behold, the heavens were opened, and they were caught up into heaven, and saw and heard unspeakable things. 3 Nephi 3. Christ asked his apostles and disciples throughout time what they desired ( D&C 7:1 ; 2 Chronicles 1:7 ; 3 Nephi 28:1 ). Theme. This is where the nine disciples wanted to go. The only stipulation required for them to show themselves is that they must pray to the Father in the name of Jesus for that power. The distinction is between dying as such and tasting of death itself. The forums in the Christian Congregations category are now open only to Christian members. (2 Ne. Nine of them wanted to live “unto the age of man” and then to speedily return to His presence. 39 Now this change was not equal to that which shall take place at the last day; but there was a change wrought upon them, insomuch that Satan could have no power over them, that he could not atempt them; and they were bsanctified in the flesh, that they were choly, and that the powers of the earth could not hold them. 24 And now I, aMormon, make an end of speaking concerning these things for a time. Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide. 15:51-52.)" Acts 16:26; Alma 14:27 (26–28); 4 Ne. Rather, they requested to live unto the age of man. And it was forbidden them that they should utter; neither was it given unto them power that they could utter the things which they saw and heard.' 3 And he said unto them: Blessed are ye because ye desired this thing of me; therefore, after that ye are aseventy and two years old ye shall come unto me in my bkingdom; and with me ye shall find crest. 3 Nephi 28 And it came to pass that thus they did go forth among all the people of Nephi, and did preach the gospel of Christ unto all people upon the face of the land; and they were converted unto the Lord, and were united unto the church of Christ, and thus the people of that generation were blessed, according to the word of Jesus. I don’t usually spend a lot of time on Chapter 28 but here’s a brief idea. This would seem to mean that travel and distances are of no consequence to them. Mal. Wherein then, can it be said a better resurrection. They were transfigured when they were caught up into heaven and heard unspeakable things, and they were translated when a change was wrought upon their bodies whereby they would remain on the earth to bring souls to Christ. 3 Nephi 28 (Below is a list of questions that help me think about each verse as I read it. However, in this brief passage, we learn that the Nephites had their own story of "Daniel and the lion's den." 3 Nephi 28:11 by LDS Scripture of the Day | posted in: Book of Mormon | 0 And the Holy Ghost beareth record of the Father and me; and the Father giveth the Holy Ghost unto the children of … Mormon learns about the nature of translated beings. Read 3 Nephi 28:1-11.. How did Jesus speak to His disciples? 4 Ne. Book of Mormon Commentary 3 Nephi 28 3 It is significant to note that when the protection from such transcendent glory was relaxed, that Moses was left weak and near helpless. 1964 [Salt Lake City: The … 8:10 (10–12); Ether 12:17. The man in black then asks to be let out, and as the car drives away, he vanishes from sight. As Moses said, my natural eyes could not have beheld; for I should have withered and died in his presence (Moses 1:11). We may fairly assume that the Lord does not currently reside in spirit paradise but rather in his rightful place on the right hand of the Father. We desire that after we have lived unto the age of man...that we may speedily come unto thee, after that ye are seventy and two years old, they sorrowed in their hearts for they durst not speak, ye have desired the thing which John, my beloved...desired of me, ye shall never endure the pains of death; but...shall be changed in the twinkling of an eye, ye have desired that ye might bring the souls of men unto me, your joy shall be full, even as the Father hath given me fulness of joy, the Father giveth the Holy Ghost unto the children of men, because of me, they were caught up into heaven, and saw and heard unspeakable things, whether they were in the body or out of the body, they could not tell, they were cast into a furnace and...into a den of wild beasts, they will be among the Gentiles, and the Gentiles shall know them not, they can show themselves unto whatsoever man it seemeth them good, wo be unto him that will not hearken unto...them whom he hath chosen, since I wrote, I have inquired of the Lord, They, like John the Revelator, will 'never taste of death', They will 'be changed in the twinkling of an eye from mortality to immortality' (This reaffirms that a translated being is still "mortal," for the change from mortality to immortality occurs at the Second Coming, see v. 8). We would suppose that walls and other mortal barriers are also insignificant. (Meek And Lowly, p. 46). Experts in human longevity and life expectancy have found that there are internal determinants of life expectancy. Springville, UT: Book of Mormon Central, 2016. 3 Ne. 1 And it came to pass when Jesus had said these words, he spake unto his disciples, one by one, saying unto them, What is it that ye desire of me, after I am gone to the Father? BOOK OF MORMON AUDIO LINK http://lds.org/scriptures/bofm?lang=eng http://ComeUntoChrist.org http://ChurchofJesusChrist.org 1:24 (23–24); 3 Ne. Ether. Bookmarks Edit. But they do pass through death and are changed from mortality to immortality, in the eternal sense, and they thus both die and are resurrected in the eternal sense. While there he was blessed with visions, revelations, knowledge, light and truth, a portion of which we have recorded in what are called the Revelations of St. John. 11:32; Ether 5:4; Moses 6:66. "Mormon declares, 'they are as the angels of God' (3 Nephi 28:30). How did he speak unto them? About A.D. 34–35. Please review our current Faith Groups list for information on which faith groups are considered to be Christian faiths. (1 Cor. Christ in America Timeline. 14 And it was aforbidden them that they should utter; neither was it given unto them bpower that they could utter the things which they saw and heard; 15 And whether they were in the body or out of the body, they could not tell; for it did seem unto them like a atransfiguration of them, that they were changed from this body of flesh into an immortal state, that they could behold the things of God. 1. (Hebrews 11:6.) 8:24. (The Belonging Heart, p. 153). Many false churches will be built up in the last days—They will teach false, vain, and foolish doctrines—Apostasy will abound because of false teachers—The devil will rage in the hearts of men—He will teach all manner of false doctrines. (Answers to Gospel Questions, vol. They can keep themselves from being seen by anyone they do not want to see them. 9:6.) Mormon testified he had seen them and they ministered to him. (3 Nephi 28:10.) TG Mortality 30 - 3 Nephi 28 We have found mortality contrasted to immortality already, but here in Third Nephi we find mortality as one end of a spectrum with immortality being on the other. 3 Nephi 28. In the meantime they are busy fulfilling their glorious mission in preparing the way for the elders of Israel to go forth with the message of salvation in all parts of the world." 3 NEPHI 28 – MORMON 3 Book of Mormon, Adult Institute Class, Monday, 5 April 2010 David A. LeFevre INTRODUCTION The transition from the magnificence of 3 Nephi to the wickedness and destruction of Mormon is quick and stark. Where shall they come and find rest? His prophetic progress is much like that of Alma who at first did not know the state of the soul between death and resurrection. The righteous will not become glorified and resurrected beings immediately. And behold they will be among the Gentiles, and the Gentiles shall know them not. 33 And if ye had aall the scriptures which give an account of all the marvelous works of Christ, ye would, according to the words of Christ, know that these things must surely come. 3 Nephi 28 Jesus loves his twelve disciples. (Clyde J. Williams, Book of Mormon Symposium Series, 3 Nephi 9-30, edited by PR Cheesman, MS Nyman, and CD Tate, Jr., 1988, p. 246), "The question is one of faith. Currently, the life expectancy for a man in the United States is 73.6 years, for a woman is 79.4 years. 31 Therefore, great and marvelous works shall be wrought by them, before the agreat and coming day when all people must surely stand before the judgment-seat of Christ; 32 Yea even among the Gentiles shall there be a agreat and marvelous work wrought by them, before that judgment day. (Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith, p. 170-1). 3 Nephi 28 When Christ visited the Americas he called 12 Disciples to minister unto the people ( 18:36 , 19:4 ). Prophets are not taught differently than the rest of us. This verse can be confusing because the three Nephites were both transfigured and translated. 25 Behold, I was about to write the anames of those who were never to taste of death, but the Lord forbade; therefore I write them not, for they are hid from the world. Rather, they will grow to the age of seventy-two before this transformation will take place, he that liveth when the Lord shall come, and hath kept the faith, blessed is he; nevertheless, it is appointed to him to die at the age of man, Wherefore, children shall grow up until they become old; old men shall die; but they shall not sleep in the dust, but they shall be changed in the twinkling of an eye (DC 63:50-51, italics added). "As noted above, these three Nephites, as part of their translation experience, were also transfigured, caught up into heaven, where they 'saw and heard unspeakable things. The "age of man" was set by the Lord at seventy-two. Thus, translated beings do not suffer death as we normally define it, meaning the separation of body and spirit; nor do they receive a resurrection as we ordinarily describe it, meaning that the body rises from the dust and the spirit enters again into its fleshly home. Think of 3 Nephi 9. 8 And ye shall never endure the pains of death; but when I shall come in my glory ye shall be changed in the twinkling of an eye from amortality to bimmortality; and then shall ye be blessed in the kingdom of my Father. This first day is recounted in 3 Nephi 11:3 through 18:39; while “Day Two” goes from 19:15 through somewhere in chapter 26 (perhaps verse 5 or verse 15); and “Day Three” appears to be 26:15 through 28:15. That they are alive today-working miracles on behalf of the Lord and performing great and marvelous works (v. 31)-is a sobering thought. We know that the three Nephites will minister both among the Gentiles and to the House of Israel. "We conclude from this that they desired to remain in paradise for but a short time, after which they would come forth in immortal glory and sit down with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob in the kingdom of God, to go no more out. The disciples are briefly taken to heaven, where they see and hear marvelous things. As Mormon finishes writing the account the Jesus’ ministry among the people, he is about to write the names of the three disciples granted immortality, but the Lord forbids it. 3 Nephi 15. 16 But it came to pass that they did again minister upon the face of the earth; nevertheless they did not minister of the things which they had heard and seen, because of the commandment which was given them in heaven.

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