“If There Must Be Hope There Must Also Be Charity”

Brant Gardner

As Moroni wraps up his contribution to the Book of Mormon, he pulls themes from earlier sections of his own or Mormon’s writings. Here, he reintroduces Mormon’s faith, hope, and charity theme (Moro. 7). In this context, the trio of virtues grows out of his discussion of confirming the Book of Mormon’s truth through the Spirit. That process is based on faith, making the topic relevant in this new context. The repetition also reinforces its presence in the earlier chapter.

Second Witness: Analytical & Contextual Commentary on the Book of Mormon, Vol. 6

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