When you are trying to do research in the scriptures, AI can be a powerful help. We have just pushed some new features to better assist you with using this tool we call Daniel.
1) As you ask follow up questions, the entire conversation is kept in the thread.
2) You can now click Create CN at the top and actually create a collection note (CN) from the AI response if you want to preserve it. It won’t add the verses in the note to the master CN bottom section yet, but eventually it will.
3) Verse references in the responses are being hyperlinked to quickly open those references. At the moment we have some tweaks to make to perfect this as not every reference link is working perfectly.
4) There is a copy conversation button at the bottom so you can just copy it all into memory for pasting elsewhere.
Some of you aren’t confident in how to ask questions. It’s best to ask longer questions to completely specify what you want, but if you ask a short one, it’s OK.
Here are a few examples of prompts I typed and the results I got back. The more specific your prompt is, the better the response will be. That said, this is AI and it can make mistakes so sometimes you may need to go verify the answers.
To find the AI, click the small link button by any verse/paragraph and the top item will open the AI panel.
AI Daniel: In the Book of Mormon, there are several profound instances where individuals and groups fully consecrated their lives to God, demonstrating profound faith, sacrifice, and commitment to His commandments. Here’s a comprehensive list of examples along with their references:
King Benjamin’s People – After King Benjamin’s sermon, his people experienced a mighty change of heart. They covenanted to do God’s will and take upon them the name of Christ. – Mosiah 4:2, Mosiah 5:2-5
Alma the Elder and His People – After escaping the clutches of King Noah, Alma and his followers founded a church, consecrated priests and teachers, and lived in righteousness despite persecution. – Mosiah 18:17-31
Alma the Younger and the Sons of Mosiah’s Conversion – After an angelic visitation due to their wickedness, they changed their lives completely and dedicated themselves to missionary work. – Mosiah 27:8-37, Alma 17-26
Ammon and His Brethren on Their Mission – The sons of Mosiah suffered many hardships and rejoiced in their sufferings as they considered bringing even one soul unto Christ their joy. – Alma 17, Alma 20:23
Anti-Nephi-Lehies Burying Their Weapons – Illustrating your example, they buried their weapons of war as a covenant of peace, showing their commitment to God even unto death. – Alma 24:18-19
Nephi and Lehi in Prison – While in prison, they were encircled by fire and filled with the Holy Spirit, converting many. – Helaman 5:21-49
Captain Moroni and the Title of Liberty – Moroni called the people to covenant to maintain their rights and their religion. This was a pivotal moment of collective consecration. – Alma 46:12-21
2000 Stripling Warriors and Their Mothers – These young men, taught by their mothers, had such strong faith that they believed they would not be harmed in battle. They fought valiantly for their families and freedom. – Alma 56:47-48, Alma 57:21, Alma 58:39-40
The Disciples of Christ in the Americas Post-Resurrection – After Christ’s visitation, His disciples established a righteous society that lived in peace and happiness for many years, sharing all things in common. – 4 Nephi 1:1-18
These examples from the Book of Mormon not only demonstrate physical actions of sacrifice but also spiritual and emotional commitments to living a life dedicated to God. They bear strong testimonies of faith and reliance on the Lord in diverse circumstances.
Now I can read these verses, adding them to the collection note if I want, but I could also ask follow up questions and get answers to those.
Here’s another example.
AI Daniel: The mohar, also known as mohr or mahr, is a customary part of marriage agreements in ancient Israelite and more broadly, in Middle Eastern culture. It is essentially a bride price, which is a sum of money or goods paid by the groom or the groom’s family to the bride’s family. This practice was a way to compensate the bride’s family for the loss of a family member and to secure the bride’s economic status in the marriage. In biblical times, the mohar was a significant aspect of marriage negotiations and contracts. For example, in the Old Testament, we see instances of mohar transactions in stories such as that of Jacob, who worked seven years for Laban as a form of mohar for Rachel (Genesis 29:18-20). The mohar has evolved over time and in some cultures has become more symbolic, though it still plays a role in certain traditions and religious practices today, particularly in some Muslim-majority societies where it is referred to as “mahr” and serves as a mandatory gift from the groom to the bride for her exclusive use.
This is an example where I would definitely want to verify references.
Daniel: Certainly! The personification of “wisdom” as a feminine figure involved in divine action is a fascinating theme found in various scriptural and apocryphal texts. Here are ten examples, along with their citations:
1. **Proverbs 1:20-21** – Wisdom is described as calling out in the streets, raising her voice in the public squares, and making her speech. – “Wisdom crieth without; she uttereth her voice in the streets: She crieth in the chief place of concourse, in the openings of the gates: in the city she uttereth her words” (Proverbs 1:20-21, KJV).
2. **Proverbs 3:13-18** – Wisdom is presented as bringing happiness and blessings to those who find her, epitomizing life and favor from the Lord. – “Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding. […] She is a tree of life to them that lay hold upon her: and happy is every one that retaineth her” (Proverbs 3:13, 18, KJV).
3. **Proverbs 8:1-36** – Wisdom is depicted as being present with God at the creation of the world, engaging in the act of creation alongside God. – “The LORD possessed me in the beginning of his way, before his works of old. I was set up from everlasting, from the beginning, or ever the earth was” (Proverbs 8:22-23, KJV).
4. **Proverbs 9:1-6** – Wisdom builds her house and invites all to partake of her feast, suggesting an active role in nurturing and teaching. – “Wisdom hath builded her house, she hath hewn out her seven pillars” (Proverbs 9:1, KJV).
5. **Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) 24:1-22** – In this apocryphal book, Wisdom praises herself and recounts her origins and dwelling among the people, describing her active engagement with humanity. – “Wisdom shall praise herself, and shall glory in the midst of her people” (Sirach 24:1, KJV Apocrypha).
6. **Wisdom of Solomon 6:12-25** – Wisdom is portrayed as easily being perceived by those who love her, and she is found by those who seek her, actively drawing near to them. – “Wisdom is glorious, and never fadeth away: yea, she is easily seen of them that love her, and found of such as seek her” (Wisdom of Solomon 6:12, KJV Apocrypha).
7. **Wisdom of Solomon 7:22-30** – Wisdom is described as a being who influences the world through her spirit, which is intelligent, holy, and manifold. – “For wisdom, the fashioner of all things, taught me: […] For she is the breath of the power of God” (Wisdom of Solomon 7:22, 25, KJV Apocrypha).
8. **Wisdom of Solomon 8:1-4** – Wisdom reaches mightily from one end of the earth to the other and she orders all things well. – “She reacheth from one end to another mightily: and sweetly doth she order all things” (Wisdom of Solomon 8:1, KJV Apocrypha).
9. **Book of Baruch 3:9-38** – Here, wisdom is sought out in creation, by various peoples and lands, demonstrating her pervasive influence and activity. – “Hear, Israel, the commandments of life: give ear to understand wisdom” (Baruch 3:9, KJV Apocrypha).
10. **The Gospel of Thomas (Gnostic Text)** – Although not personified as explicitly feminine here, wisdom is spoken of as something to be actively sought and encountered. – “Jesus said, ‘I am the light that is over all things. I am all: from me all came forth, and to me all attained. Split a piece of wood; I am there. Lift up the stone, and you will find me there.'” (The Gospel of Thomas, Saying 77). These examples illustrate how wisdom is not just a concept but is personified and active, guiding, creating, and interacting with humanity and the divine in rich and multifaceted ways. Please always check my answers. I am a young A.I. and might make mistakes.
Daniel: Certainly! The themes of defending one’s families, lands, country, rights, and religion are prevalent throughout the scriptures and apocryphal texts. Let’s highlight points for each theme using various sources:
– Canon: The importance of family and the responsibility to protect them is emphasized in several places. One notable example is in the Book of Mormon, where Ether 12:37 talks about the faith of the prophets protecting their families. Also, D&C 31:2 emphasizes the importance of supporting and protecting one’s family.
– Apocrypha: The Book of Tobit in the Apocrypha highlights caring for and protecting family members, particularly in Tobit 4, where Tobit gives his son Tobias instructions on how to live righteously and protect the family.
– Canon: There’s a strong emphasis on defending one’s lands in several places. For example, Joshua 1:6-9 in the Old Testament emphasizes God’s command to Joshua to take possession of the land and be strong and courageous in doing so.
– Apocrypha: The Book of Judith 4:6-7 speaks of preparing for the defense of their lands against an invading army.
– Canon: Defending one’s country can be seen with the Israelites in the Old Testament. In Nehemiah 4:14, Nehemiah encourages the people to fight for their country and families.
– Apocrypha: In 1 Maccabees 3:43-44 (a collection of texts that detail the Maccabean revolt), there is a strong sense of defending the Jewish homeland against outside forces.
– Canon: Scriptural emphasis on rights is sometimes framed as defending the freedom to worship and live according to God’s commandments. In D&C 101:77-80, there’s a discussion about the necessity of government to support the protection of inherent and inalienable rights.
– Apocrypha: Again, 1 Maccabees 2:40-48 speaks extensively about fighting to uphold the religious laws and rights that were being suppressed.
– Canon: Defending religion is a recurring theme in scripture. Daniel 3:16-18 shows Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego defending their faith when threatened with death. Also, in Alma 46:12-13, Captain Moroni raises the “Title of Liberty” to inspire people to defend their religion.
– Apocrypha: 2 Maccabees 8:1-4 describes the efforts to defend and maintain their religious practices in the face of persecution.
These themes are rich and well-illustrated throughout both canonical and apocryphal texts, encouraging believers to understand the importance of standing firm in their defense of vital aspects of their lives. Exploring these scriptures in-depth can provide greater insights and strengthen one’s resolve to uphold these values.
Please always check my answers. I am a young A.I. and might make mistakes.
Me: Can you give me references on those 5 points from the Books of Enoch? (This is a follow up question in the same conversation thread)
Daniel: Certainly! The Books of Enoch, including the First Book of Enoch (1 Enoch) and the Second Book of Enoch (2 Enoch), contain various references and themes that align with defending families, lands, country, rights, and religion. Here are references for each point:
– In 1 Enoch 99:2-3, there is a condemnation of those who commit violence against the righteous and their families, highlighting the importance of protecting one’s family from evil.
– The theme of lands being given to the righteous and the importance of inhabiting them is apparent in 1 Enoch 77:5-6, where it speaks about the division and inheritance of the Earth.
– While the concept of a “country” as a political entity isn’t as prominent, 1 Enoch 10:20-22 describes God promising to shepherd and protect His people across various lands, indicating a divine protection over their collective habitation.
– Rights, especially tied to righteousness and justice, are addressed in 1 Enoch 62:1-3, which discusses the vindication of the righteous and punishment of the wicked, focusing on the ultimate justice that respects the rights of the faithful.
– In 1 Enoch 96:11-12, there is a rallying call for the righteous to remain steadfast in their faith and practices despite the oppression and the wickedness around them, advocating for the defense of their religious beliefs.
These references from the Books of Enoch align well with the themes of defending vital aspects of life and faith. The Books of Enoch, while not canonical for Latter-day Saints, offer valuable additional perspectives and underscore the importance of these principles in ancient texts.
Please always check my answers. I am a young A.I. and might make mistakes.
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WOW! Loved reading this, especially about Wisdom!! Thank you!