As the Nephites became wicked and the Lamanites embraced righteousness, Samuel the Lamanite was called to preach repentance. In so doing, he identified the critical role scripture study plays in maintaining faithfulness to the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Elder Cook:  “They have a belief in God. They have a sense of extended family and ancestors, and they have a great desire to improve their lives through education,”

Formation of the oath-bound secret combinations sworn with oath-formulae upon one’s “life”