“That Ye May Begin to Exercise Your Faith Unto Repentance”

Brant Gardner

Rhetoric: Amulek’s conclusion is logical. His listeners must become this king’s people by “exercis[ing their] faith unto repentance” and “call[ing] upon his holy name.” Invoking Yahweh-Messiah’s name is not merely prayer (although it is included) but also adoption. They call on the name of the king because they have accepted that king as the one who grants their boons.

Second Witness: Analytical & Contextual Commentary on the Book of Mormon, Vol. 4

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