Lesson X. Sin and the Law

Introduction—Man prone to do evil—The testimony of David—Nations, families, individuals—Not only Satan, but God also, desires man—Provisions for remission of sin—Some Indian customs—The address of Alma to the people of Gideon— Admonishings against sin—Instructions to the ministers—The earthly origin of sin—The fallen angel—The word of Helaman—The original sin atoned for—The chief concern—The law of Moses—The gospel—The very appearance of evil denounced—The words of the prophets—Some offenses named — No sin where there is no law—The unpardonable sin—How gospel ceremonies came to the Indians—A memory gem.