“Go Down Upon the Nephites and Destroy Them”

Brant Gardner

Giddianhi acknowledges that the Nephites believe that they are supported by God, but Giddianhi is supported by a very large army. What is more, this large army stands ready to fall upon the Nephites and destroy them. The Gadiantons’ previous success underscores the reality of the threat, even though the Nephites have succeeded in maintaining a stalemate in the contest (3 Ne. 3:17).

Second Witness: Analytical & Contextual Commentary on the Book of Mormon, Vol. 5

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