Mosiah 29: 1-25 A New Form of Government among the Nephites
King Mosiah asked the people who should be their king after he passed away. The people named Aaron, one of King Mosiah’s sons. But he was serving among the Lamanites with his brothers. King Mosiah then commanded that the people should not be ruled by kings any more. He commanded that they be ruled by judges, chosen by the people. Have students read Mosiah 29:7-9, 13, 16-18, 21-23, and find the reasons King Mosiah gave for his new commandment.
Mosiah 29:26-31 The Chief Judge System
Have students read Mosiah 29:26-31 and list the advantages King Mosiah gave for having a chief judge system of government. Why would it be better to have the sins of a nation fall upon the heads of the people rather than the head of the king? What responsibilities do the people have in a free society?
Alma 1:1-15 The Introduction of Priestcraft
A man named Nehor (see Alma 1:15) introduced priestcraft among the Nephites. Have students read Alma 1:3-6 and list the qualities possessed by Nehor. Nehor tried to enforce his doctrine by killing people who disagreed with him. Read Alma 1:12-14 and have students explain why Alma had Nehor executed for his crimes. Cross-reference: 2 Nephi 26:29-31.
Alma 1:16-18 The Law of the Nephites
Have students read Alma 1:16-18 and compare the laws of the Nephites to the laws of their country. Why is it good to have strict laws?
Alma 1:26-32 Prosperity in the Church
Have students read Alma 1:26-32 and compare the priests and members of the church to those who were not members of the church. Help students see that individual members of the church did not prosper, but the whole church prospered. What can lead to prosperity among members of the church and of whole nations today?
Alma 2-3 A War among the Nephites
Explain that there was a man named Amlici who wanted to be king over the Nephites. But, the Nephites did not have kings any more. The people voted that they should not return to having kings. There was a great battle between the followers of Amilici and Alma and his followers. Since the people who fought against each other looked the same. They had to do something to identify themselves in battle. Have students read Alma 3:4, 13, 18, and explain what the Amilicites did so they looked differently from the Nephites. How do people mark themselves today as being followers of Christ or not followers of Christ?
Alma 4:6-19 Alma Resigns the Judgement Seat
According to Alma 4:16, Alma selected a man to replace him as the chief judge over the people and dedicated himself to preaching the gospel. Have students read Alma 4:6-16 and look for reasons why Alma would do this. What did Alma do to overcome pride, and craftiness, and contention among his people (see Alma 4:19). How can we make a difference in our own communities when we see pride, craftiness and contention among us?
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