Book of Mormon study · Chapter 51
Chapter 51: Kishkumen and the Gadianton Band
Helaman 1-2
Pahoran’s sons contend for the judgment seat, and Kishkumen murders the new chief judge. When Helaman takes the seat, his servant uncovers a second plot, and Mormon warns what the Gadianton band will become.
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How does the contention over the judgment seat lead to murder?
Helaman 1:1-12How is the plot against Helaman discovered?
Helaman 2:6-9What warning does Mormon give about Gadianton and his band?
Helaman 2:12-14
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In Go and Do this is Chapter 51, Kishkumen and the Gadianton Band, covering Helaman 1-2.
The chapter opens with Helaman 1:1.
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