Book of Mormon study · Chapter 3
Chapter 3: The Family of Ishmael
1 Nephi 7
Ishmael’s household joins Lehi’s family. The return journey includes rebellion, Nephi being bound, a plea for help, and forgiveness.
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How does the record describe Ishmael’s response to the invitation to leave Jerusalem?
1 Nephi 7:4-5What does Nephi ask for when he is bound, and what happens afterward?
1 Nephi 7:16-18How does Nephi respond when his brothers seek forgiveness?
1 Nephi 7:20-21
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In Go and Do this is Chapter 3, The Family of Ishmael, covering 1 Nephi 7.
The chapter opens with 1 Nephi 7:2.
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