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* Verse 19 tells us that the mysteries of God shall be unfolded unto those who diligently seek them. When referring to the mysteries of God,the verb <i>unfolded</i> is often used. See [[Jacob 4:18]], [[Mosiah 8:19]], [[Alma 40:3]], and [[D&C 10:64]]. | * Verse 19 tells us that the mysteries of God shall be unfolded unto those who diligently seek them. When referring to the mysteries of God,the verb <i>unfolded</i> is often used. See [[Jacob 4:18]], [[Mosiah 8:19]], [[Alma 40:3]], and [[D&C 10:64]]. | ||
| + | * While we don't know exactly what word is being translated here as "mysteries", in the New Testament the English word "mystery" is a translation of the Greek noun [http://bible.crosswalk.com/Lexicons/Greek/grk.cgi?number=3466&version=kjv musterion], which originally ment the secret teachings and religious rites of ancient religious orders--such as the [http://www.bartleby.com/65/or/OrphicMy.html Orphic mysteries]. | ||
== Exegesis == | == Exegesis == | ||
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Lexical notes
- Verse 19 tells us that the mysteries of God shall be unfolded unto those who diligently seek them. When referring to the mysteries of God,the verb unfolded is often used. See Jacob 4:18, Mosiah 8:19, Alma 40:3, and D&C 10:64.
- While we don't know exactly what word is being translated here as "mysteries", in the New Testament the English word "mystery" is a translation of the Greek noun musterion, which originally ment the secret teachings and religious rites of ancient religious orders--such as the Orphic mysteries.
Exegesis
In verse 17 Nephi says that he wants to see, hear and know of the things that his Father had seen in a vision. The next phrase "by the power of the Holy Ghost" suggests that Nephi desires that through the power of the Holy Ghost he will see, hear and know what his Father saw and heard.
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