Alma the Elder
A Nephite prophet in the Book of Mormon who organized the Church in the days of wicked King Noah.
- Was a priest of wicked King Noah and a descendant of Nephi:Mosiah 17:1–2;
- After hearing and believing Abinadi, was cast out by the king. He fled, hid, and wrote Abinadi’s words:Mosiah 17:3–4;
- Repented and taught the words of Abinadi:Mosiah 18:1;
- Baptized at the waters of Mormon:Mosiah 18:12–16;
- Organized the Church:Mosiah 18:17–29;
- Arrived with his people in Zarahemla:Mosiah 24:25;
- Was given authority over the Church:Mosiah 26:8;
- Judged and led the Church:Mosiah 26:34–39;
- Conferred the office of high priest on his son:Alma 4:4; ( Mosiah 29:42; Alma 5:3; )
