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KnoWhy #161 - How Old Were the Stripling Warriors? (Alma 53:20)
Title | KnoWhy #161 - How Old Were the Stripling Warriors? (Alma 53:20) |
Publication Type | KnoWhy |
Year of Publication | 2016 |
Corporate Authors | Book of Mormon Central Staff |
Publisher | Book of Mormon Central |
Place Published | Springville, UT |
Keywords | Helaman (Son of Alma the Younger); Lamanite; Nephite; People of Ammon; Stripling Warriors; Warfare |
Abstract | While the fathers of the stripling warriors were still under oath not to take up arms again, their sons were old enough to fight, but young enough to have not made that oath themselves. When the young men took up arms, approximately 15 years had elapsed since their parents’ covenant. Visualizing an army of adolescents, ranging from early teens, or even preteens, to about 20, adds emphasis to key points in the narrative. Their notable youth amplifies the greatness of their courage and magnifies the miracle. Like the stripling warriors, through faith, courage, and obedience, youth today can overcome their challenges “with the strength of God.” |
URL | https://knowhy.bookofmormoncentral.org/content/how-old-were-the-stripling-warriors |
Citation Key | 2097 |
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