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Reclaiming Jacob
Title | Reclaiming Jacob |
Publication Type | Journal Article |
Year of Publication | 2016 |
Authors | Boyce, Duane |
Journal | Interpreter: A Journal of Mormon Scripture |
Volume | 22 |
Pagination | 107-129 |
Type of Article | Book Review |
Keywords | Jacob (Son of Lehi); Narrative; Prophet; Sherem |
Abstract | A chapter of Adam Miller’s Future Mormon concerns Jacob’s encounter with Sherem in Jacob 7. While novel, Miller’s treatment of Jacob and Sherem appears inadequate. He overlooks features of the text that seem to subvert his unconventional conclusions about them. This essay identifies a number of such matters, falling in four major categories, and shares thoughts on the need for perspective when discussing Jacob’s conduct — or the conduct of any prophet, for that matter. It also highlights the jeopardy we face of being the second group to fall for Sherem’s lies. |
URL | https://journal.interpreterfoundation.org/reclaiming-jacob/ |
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