 LDS Gospel Doctrine Supplements by Daniel Rona |
HIDDEN JUDAIC/MORMON INSIGHTS
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LDS Gospel Doctrine Supplements by Daniel Rona |
Weekly E-mail Reminder
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HIDDEN LDS/JEWISH
INSIGHTS #33 DOCTRINE & COVENANTS Gospel Doctrine Supplement by Daniel Rona Weekly E-mail Reminder PDA version click HERE << PRESIDENT BRIGHAM YOUNG LEADS THE SAINTS >> ------------------------------------------------------ (1.) Brigham Young Compared to Joshua: ------------------------------------------------------ To the mob, the martyrdom of Joseph Smith was thought to be the end of "Mormonism." However, a perfect system of succession had been restored. It was the system God gave in ancient times. The similarity of the mission of Joseph Smith can be compared to Moses. The mission of Brigham Young could also be likened to Joshua. "And again, the duty of the President of the office of the High Priesthood is to preside over the whole church, and to be like unto Moses." (Doctrine and Covenants 107:91) ------------------------------------------------------ (2.) "Prophets-in-Waiting:" ------------------------------------------------------ "Prophets-in-Waiting:" The selection of Joshua to replace Moses was anticipated by the Israelites. There was (and still is) a system that God established that there would always be a worthy "Prophet in waiting." Known examples include Joseph for Jacob, Joshua for Moses, Nephi for Lehi and presently the President of the Quorum of the Twelve. These prophets were and are still led by the Lord. History sometimes only records the results of their decisions without elaborating on the revelatory decision making process. ------------------------------------------------------ (3.) Another Pilgrimage: ------------------------------------------------------ In more recent times a pilgrimage happened as Israel received an influx of tens of thousands of black Jews from Ethiopia. They feel they are descendants of King Solomon through one of his wives, the Queen of Sheba. "In Ethiopia, members of this group refer to themselves as Beta Israel . . . They practice an early form of Judaism; the chief rabbis of Israel have recognized them as Jews. Until brought to Israel, they lived in the provinces around Lake Tana. According to their tradition, their ancestors were Jerusalem notables who came with Menelik, the son of King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba, when he returned home. "They said that he brought Judaic customs and civil law to Ethiopia. The lion of Judah was the symbol of the emperor of Ethiopia." (Encyclopedia Judaica Jr.) ------------------------------------------------------ (4.) Modern Covered Wagons: ------------------------------------------------------ "Operation Solomon" was the name of a remarkable plan to bring these Jews to Israel. In the early 90's fifteen thousand Ethiopian Jews were airlifted to Israel in thirty-one hours. One 747 Jumbo had more than eleven hundred of them on one flight. In order to keep count and due to the basic illiteracy of Hebrew, each had a number stuck to his clothing. When they landed, there were two, unnumbered, newborn babies! In the modern gathering of Israel, some were born in covered wagons, others in Boeing 747s! |
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Daniel Rona, born in Israel and living in Jerusalem has authored Old & New Testament and Book of Mormon Supplement Study Materials to be used in
conjunction with the weekly LDS Gospel Doctrine Lesson study. NOTE: Three versions of the supplemental study materials are available FREE at www.HolyLandsRevealed.com . (Just click "LDS
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(1) a short e-mailed WEEKLY REMINDER(2) a 1-page 2-sided SUMMARY HANDOUT (plus a "PDF" version for printing) You may copy and print the information from any of the website versions to distribute to your class members and friends. Holy Lands Revealed tours provides all inclusive travel experiences revealing a bridge from the Holy Lands to the Promised Lands. Daniel Rona opens your understanding to the LDS/Jewish insights in the Holy Lands of the Book of Mormon, New Testament Turkey, Israel, Egypt and the Nile. Reach for the spirit as you follow the Savior's Footprints . . . by exploring the newly uncovered sites and by providing humanitarian service to modern day Nephites, Lamanites and other Children of Israel! You are entitled to FREE touring and location insights by calling 1-800-272-RONA (7662) or visiting HolyLandsRevealed.com. Request your FREE "Holy Lands Revealed" touring packet and a Book of Mormon fireside cassette. |
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