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Jacob’s recounting of Zenos’s Allegory of the Olive Tree conveys “important teachings, deep emotion, and wisdom related to God’s tender devotion.” Jacob appears to conclude his writings at Jacob 6:13, but then includes the story of Sherem, which serves as a stern warning to disciples.
Jacob’s Sermon at the Temple exhorts his people to beware of pride and immorality. He teaches them to recognize the hand of the Lord in their wealth and shames them for persecuting the poor. Having abundance is an opportunity to share with others who have less. Jacob condemns unauthorized plural marriage and sexual activity outside of marriage. He encourages his people to look unto God for consolation.
Science and Mormonism have nearly always been on very friendly terms, with Church members sharing the deep conviction that, as expressed by former scientist and apostle Elder James E.