2 Nephi 26:26-28

Brant Gardner

The reversals of expectation continue with further declarations of things Jehovah has not asked of his people. Unlike the previous verse, these verses to not appear to directly invoke Isaiah. They may, however, be seen as progressive ideas.

First, humankind should be able to worship.

Second, humankind should be able to partake in the atonement, here described as “his salvation.” The atonement provides the conditions to allow repentance, hence the verse enjoins all to repent.

Third, men should partake of Jehovah’s goodness. This is plausibly a reference to the conditions of the heavens. These great benefits are available to all. One person should not be seen as more important or favored over another. The same conditions apply to all.

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