CHIASMS IN JOEL AND AMOS

This post accompanies Gospel Doctrine lesson 35, God Reveals His Secrets to His Prophets.

I found and corrected several gross errors in my source material as I compiled the chiasms in Joel. I probably didn't catch all of them.

See my collections of Chiasms in Joel and Chiasms in Amos.

"I speak about the power of the Book of Mormon and the critical need we have as members of this Church to study, ponder, and apply its teachings in our lives. As we do so, we will be in a position to hear the voice of the Spirit, to resist temptation, to overcome doubt and fear, and to receive heaven's help in our lives." Thomas S. Monson.

2000 TO 1000 BC

This 66th post is an outline of information about the period from 2000 to 1000 BC.

These Outlines of History are just that: Outlines. They contain links to additional information. Each one is a work in progress and none is as complete or as well organized as I would have liked. I hope you enjoy them anyway.

"A powerful testimony to the importance of the Book of Mormon is to note where the Lord placed its coming forth in the timetable of the unfolding Restoration. The only thing that preceded it was the First Vision. In that marvelous manifestation, the Prophet Joseph Smith learned the true nature of God and that God had a work for him to do. The coming forth of the Book of Mormon was the next thing to follow. Think of that in terms of what it implies. The coming forth of the Book of Mormon preceded the restoration of the priesthood. It was published just a few days before the Church was organized. The Saints were given the Book of Mormon to read before they were given the revelations outlining such great doctrines as the three degrees of glory, celestial marriage, or work for the dead. It came before priesthood quorums and Church organization. Doesn't this tell us something about how the Lord views this sacred work?" (Ezra Taft Benson, CR October 1986, Ensign 16:4 [November 1986].)

CHIASMS IN HOSEA

This post accompanies Gospel Doctrine lesson 34, "I Will Betroth Thee unto Me in Righteousness".

This lesson includes material from Hosea 1, 2, 11, 13, and 14.

See my collection of Chiasms in Hosea.

"Joseph Smith translated the Book of Mormon at the rate of about 10 pages per day, completing the task in about 85 days! Many of us feel good if we can read the book in that time." Russell M. Nelson.

3000 TO 2000 BC

This 64th post is an outline of information about the period from 3000 to 2000 BC.

These Outlines of Prehistory are just that: Outlines. They contain links to additional information. Each one is a work in progress and none is as complete or as well organized as I would have liked. I hope you enjoy them anyway.

"The Book of Mormon is true! I so testify in the name of Jesus Christ." Russell M. Nelson.

CHIASMS IN JONAH & MICAH

This post accompanies Gospel Doctrine lesson 33, Sharing the Gospel with the World.

This lesson includes material from Jonah and Micah, and here is my collection of Chiasms in Jonah . . .

Jonah Tossed Overboard by Melanie Matthews

and my collection of Chiasms in Micah.

"The truths of the Book of Mormon have the power to heal, comfort, restore, succor, strengthen, console, and cheer our souls." Russell M. Nelson.

4000 TO 3000 BC

This 62nd post is an outline of information about the period from 4000 to 3000 BC.

These Outlines of Prehistory are just that: Outlines. They contain links to additional information. Each one is a work in progress and none is as complete or as well organized as I would have liked. I hope you enjoy them anyway.

"The time has come for us to capitalize more effectively on the potent combination of the mighty change of heart, made possible primarily by the spiritual power of the Book of Mormon, and the turning of hearts to the fathers, accomplished through the spirit of Elijah. A yearning for connection to our past can prepare an individual to receive the virtue of the word of God and fortify his or her faith. A heart turning to the fathers uniquely helps an individual withstand the influence of the adversary and strengthen conversion." (David A. Bednar, 2013 Seminar for New Mission Presidents, June 2013)

CHIASMS IN JOB

This post accompanies Gospel Doctrine lesson 32, "I Know That My Redeemer Liveth".

This lesson includes material from Job 1, 2, 13, 19, 27, and 42.

These paintings are by William Blake (1757-1827).

Job Is Rebuked by His Friends: Job 12:4.

Job Sees Christ: Job 42:5.

Job Is Restored to Prosperity: Job 42:12-17.

See my article, Chiasms in Job.

"Something powerful happens when a child of God seeks to know more about Him and His beloved Son. Nowhere are those truths taught more clearly and powerfully than in the Book of Mormon." Russell M. Nelson.

5000 TO 4000 BC

This 60th post is an outline of information about the period from 5000 to 4000 BC.

These Outlines of Prehistory are just that: Outlines. They contain links to additional information. Each one is a work in progress and none is as complete or as well organized as I would have liked. I hope you enjoy them anyway.

"Learn to love [the] powerful spiritual nourishment from the Book of Mormon so that you can share it upon the silver platter of your own faith. As you do, I promise you that you will see growth in the faith of those you teach. They will receive as an additional spiritual gift the confirming witness that His gospel is restored upon the earth, for they will know that the Book of Mormon is true." (Neil L. Andersen, Worldwide Missionary Broadcast, January 20, 2016)

CHIASMS IN PROVERBS & ECCLESIASTES

This post accompanies Gospel Doctrine lesson 31, "Happy Is the Man That Findeth Wisdom".

This lesson includes material from Proverbs 1, 3, 9, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18, 22, and 25. It doesn't include any material from Ecclesiastes.

Never let your left foot know what your right foot is doing.

See my articles, Chiasms in Proverbs and Chiasms in Ecclesiastes.

"Heavenly Father wants you to continue to learn from the Book of Mormon every day. It's Heavenly Father's special gift to you. By following its teachings, you will learn to do the will of our Father in Heaven." Ezra Taft Benson