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Exegesis
Verse 13 speaks of the abominations and pronounced destruction of Jerusalem. Then in verses 14-15, Lehi is rejoicing in God and his mercy. At first blush, this seems a strange juxtaposition. However, verse 14 mentions many other great and marvelous things that Lehi saw which we aren't told about. Also, verses 9-12 describe (presumably) the Savior and disciples preaching the gospel, thus providing a way for the inhabitants of the earth not to perish. Whether Lehi was motivated to praise the Lord because he saw this, or whether it was due to some other marvelous thing Lehi witnessed, it is clear from the way Lehi praises the Lord that his praise is motivated by the Lord's mercy--not by the abominations and destruction of Jerusalem.
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