Scripture Thought - it has been a while
1 Nephi 9:1
As we look back at all that Lehi saw while in the Valley of Lemuel, it makes one wonder what life was like then. They had separated themselves from the world as they knew it, Jerusalem. They found a quiet, secluded area, and started re-building. Sometimes this is hard to envision in our world today. How many valleys could we find that would seclude us from the rest of the world. How long would we be secluded? Could we do it?
The Princess and I were talking about pros and cons of home schooling the evening pasts. In today's world, is that similar to finding that valley? Could we say that our homes are that refuge of escape from the outside world, maybe. Then I was reminded of how easy those outside influences are let in. A gift that was given in love, but came with a hidden surprise. It was small, but powerful. We will have to be more cautious.
I wonder if Lehi continued to have those challenges, even in the valley. They brought the family of Ishmael. Do you think that the families continued to sneak out, rebuild, or recreate the experiences they had enjoyed in the world of Jerusalem? It makes me wonder if they did not, why else would Lehi have such a dream if he was not concerned.
We don't know how long they were there. We don't know what else transpired. We only know that very little was recorded in this book. More in other books or plates that we do not have access to. Were they things that Lehi had recorded and we lost in the 116 pages? Were they things that were not deemed sacred for this record? I am desirous to read the account someday. And yet, I learn that maybe I should be more diligent in recording more about myself, my experiences, and leaving a small mark of understanding for those future generations. I wouldn't want them feeling the same as I am now, trying to speculate. What about you? What thoughts does this story invoke?
As we look back at all that Lehi saw while in the Valley of Lemuel, it makes one wonder what life was like then. They had separated themselves from the world as they knew it, Jerusalem. They found a quiet, secluded area, and started re-building. Sometimes this is hard to envision in our world today. How many valleys could we find that would seclude us from the rest of the world. How long would we be secluded? Could we do it?
The Princess and I were talking about pros and cons of home schooling the evening pasts. In today's world, is that similar to finding that valley? Could we say that our homes are that refuge of escape from the outside world, maybe. Then I was reminded of how easy those outside influences are let in. A gift that was given in love, but came with a hidden surprise. It was small, but powerful. We will have to be more cautious.
I wonder if Lehi continued to have those challenges, even in the valley. They brought the family of Ishmael. Do you think that the families continued to sneak out, rebuild, or recreate the experiences they had enjoyed in the world of Jerusalem? It makes me wonder if they did not, why else would Lehi have such a dream if he was not concerned.
We don't know how long they were there. We don't know what else transpired. We only know that very little was recorded in this book. More in other books or plates that we do not have access to. Were they things that Lehi had recorded and we lost in the 116 pages? Were they things that were not deemed sacred for this record? I am desirous to read the account someday. And yet, I learn that maybe I should be more diligent in recording more about myself, my experiences, and leaving a small mark of understanding for those future generations. I wouldn't want them feeling the same as I am now, trying to speculate. What about you? What thoughts does this story invoke?
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