“He Might Judge the People of That Church According to the Commandments of God”

Brant Gardner

Mormon makes note of the fact that Alma wrote down these instructions. Certainly they would be impressed upon Alma’s mind, but Alma wanted a more tangible record—part of Alma’s “General Handbook” by which “he might judge the people of that church.” And of course, writing these words down would make them readily available to future generations.

Second Witness: Analytical & Contextual Commentary on the Book of Mormon, Vol. 3

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