Colonization of the Promised Land

Part of: Jaredite Era

• The Jaredites begin to till the ground, multiply, and establish themselves—Jared has sons, one of whom is Orihah. 
• In time, Jared’s brother ages, and suggest to Jared that the people be gathered together to hear their wishes.
• A census is taken, and the people express their wish to have king appointed.
• The brother of Jared is concerned, as he thinks this will lead the people into captivity.
• Jared says that the people should have their way, and tells them to choose a king.
• The people choose the brother of Jared’s son, Pagag, but Pagag refuses; Pagag’s brothers and cousins all refuse as well, except for Jared’s son Orihah, who agrees, and becomes king.

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