The prophet Samuel had prophesied of the signs of the Crucifixion of the Savior. Read his prophecies in Helaman 14:20–27. Then study 3 Nephi 8–9 to find the fulfillment of these prophecies.
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What invitation did the Lord extend to those who had survived the destruction? (See 3 Nephi 9:13–14. Note that the word come appears three times in verse 14.) What can you do to accept this invitation?
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The multitude went forth “one by one” to the Savior (3 Nephi 11:15; see also 3 Nephi 17:25, which says that there were 2,500 people in the multitude). What do you learn from this example of the Savior’s love?
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Jesus taught that there should be “no disputations” among the people (3 Nephi 11:22, 28). Why is contention about gospel doctrines dangerous? (See 3 Nephi 11:29; D&C 10:62–63.) How can we be unified in true doctrine?
Suggestion for Family Discussion
Read 3 Nephi 11:1–17 as a family. Ask family members to think about how they might have felt if they had been among the Nephites when the resurrected Lord appeared. Then sing or read the words to
