“A Resort”

Alan C. Miner

Mormon notes that the hill north of Shilom had been "a place of resort" for the people of Mosiah1 when they fled to the land of Zarahemla (Mosiah 11:13). One should note that in all other appearances of the word "resort" in the Book of Mormon, a strategic location providing protection is implied (see Mosiah 18:5; Alma 48:5,8; 52:6). This is quite different from our modern-day connotation linking "resort" to pleasure or a vacation atmosphere. [Alan C. Miner, Personal Notes]

Step by Step Through the Book of Mormon: A Cultural Commentary

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