I was reading in 2 Nephi Chapter 3 last night, and a verse at the end caught my eye. For a bit of background, this is the chapter in which he is talking to his youngest son, Joseph, and much of it is quoting propehcies of Joseph of Egypt about the restoration. Most of this is clearly about Joseph Smith, but the last verses say:
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22 And now, behold, my son Joseph, after this manner did my father of old prophesy.
23 Wherefore, because of this covenant thou art blessed; for thy seed shall not be destroyed, for they shall hearken unto the words of the book.
24 And there shall rise up one mighty among them, who shall do much good, both in word and in deed, being an instrument in the hands of God, with exceeding faith, to work mighty wonders, and do that thing which is great in the sight of God, unto the bringing to pass much restoration unto the house of Israel, and unto the seed of thy brethren.
25 And now, blessed art thou, Joseph. Behold, thou art little; wherefore hearken unto the words of thy brother, Nephi, and it shall be done unto thee even according to the words which I have spoken. Remember the words of thy dying father. Amen.
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My question is, who is verse 24 talking about? Is this again some illusion to Joseph Smith, as the footnote seems to indicate? It seems to be talking about someone who is a decendant of Lehi through his son Joseph, and I can't think of anyone in particular who is mentioned after that time as being of that line. Could this be someone who is still to come? Are we to expect some great things from a future Latin American Apostle?
08-21-2005, 10:13 AM
Lehi's prophecy to Joseph
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