List of Book of Mormon people

This list is intended as a compendium of individuals mentioned in the Book of Mormon.

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Notation

Names with superscripts (e.g., Nephi¹) are generally numbered according to the index in the LDS scripture, the Book of Mormon ^[1] (with minor changes). Missing indices indicate people in the index who are not in the Book of Mormon; for instance, Aaron¹ is the biblical Aaron, brother of Moses.

• Bold type indicates the person was an important religious figure, such as a prophet or a missionary.
• Italic type indicates the person was a king, chief judge or other ruler.
• Underlined type indicates the person was a historian or record keeper; one whose writing (abridged or not) is included in The Book of Mormon.
• Combined typefaces indicate combined roles. For example, bold italic indicates an individual was both a religious and secular leader.

A

• Aaron², son or descendant of Jaredite king Heth² , in line of kingly succession, who spent his life in captivity. Father of Amnigaddah. ^[2]
• Aaron³, Nephite and formerly rebellious second son of Mosiah², who after conversion refused the throne and became successful missionary. Cast into prison in Middoni, delivered by Lamoni and Ammon³. Instrumental in converting father of Lamoni. Brother to Ammon³, Omner, and Himni (c. 92 BC). ^[3]
• Aaron⁴, Lamanite king who attacked Mormon² with a larger army, but lost (c. AD 330). ^[4]
• Abinadi , Nephite prophet sent to people of Lehi-Nephi. Instrumental in conversion of Alma¹. Prophesied to Noah³, then was burned to death (c. 150 BC). ^[5]
• Abinadom, Nephite historian and warrior who knew of neither revelation nor prophecy. Son of Chemish and father of Amaleki¹ (c. 3rd century BC). ^[6]
• Abish, Lamanite woman converted following her father's vision, and a servant of Lamoni's wife. ^[7]
• Aha, Nephite military officer and son of Zoram² who went into Lamanite territory to recover captives (c. 80 BC). ^[8]
• Ahah , an iniquitous Jaredite king who led a short life. Son of Seth², and father or ancestor of Ethem. ^[9]
• Akish, wicked Jaredite son of Kimnor, and erstwhile friend of Omer, who worked in secret combinations. Plotted with Jared³ and his daughter to overthrow Omer. Obtained kingdom by slaying Jared³. Jealous of his own son, imprisoned and starved him, which angered another son Nimrah, and initiated a years-long war between Akish and his sons. ^[10]
• Alma¹ , known as "Alma the Elder". Nephite prophet and former priest of Noah³, converted by Abinadi. After pleading Abinadi's case, was cast out and fled from place to place to escape king's priests. In the wilderness, repented, reestablished church, preached, and baptized 204 souls at the Waters of Mormon. Led many followers, but declined kingship. In Helam, surrendered to Lamanites, oppressed by Noahide priest Amulon, delivered through faith, then fled to Zarahemla where he met Mosiah². Instrumental in conversion of Limhi (c. 173-91 BC). ^[11]
• Alma² , son of Alma¹, known as "Alma the Younger". Nephite prophet and first chief judge. After seeking to destroy Church with sons of Mosiah², saw an angel who struck them dumb. Converted, he taught the people and was later appointed chief judge and high priest. During reign, sentenced Nehor, led Nephite army, slew Amlici, baptized many, mourned wickedness in the church, and resigned judgment seat to Nephihah. Preached in Gideon, Zarahemla, Melek, and Ammonihah, where he was reviled. Angelic visitation brought him to Amulek, with whom he went out to preach. Accused by Zeezrom and questioned by Antionah. The people, angered, sought his death and that of other believers. Imprisoned with Amulek, where their prayers broke prison walls. Healed Zeezrom, continued preaching, and encountered and confronted antichrist Korihor. Advised Moroni² on military strategy. Father of Helaman², Shiblon, and Corianton. Continued preaching and prophesying until end of his life (c. 100-73 BC). ^[12]
• Amaleki ¹, Nephite record keeper, son of Abinadom, who delivered the plates to King Benjamin (c. 130 BC). ^[13]
• Amaleki², Nephite explorer, brother of Ammon², and a seeker of Zeniff's people (c. 121 BC). ^[14]
• Amalickiah , Nephite traitor, elder brother of Ammoron, who lead revolt against Helaman², threatened to drink blood of Moroni¹. After poisoning Lehonti and killing king of the Lamanites³, obtained throne and warred with Nephites. Killed by Teancum (c. 70 BC). ^[15]
• Amaron, Nephite record keeper who saw destruction of "more wicked part" of the Nephites. Brother of Chemish and son of Omni (c. 3rd century BC). ^[16]
• Aminadab, Nephite dissenter living among Lamanites. Reconverted by Nephi² and Lehi⁴, whom he testified were conversing with angels (c. 30 BC). ^[17]
• Amgid ( /ˈæmɡɪd/ ), ^[18] late Jaredite usurper king, overthrown by Com². ^[19]
• Aminadi, who interpreted writing on wall of the temple, written by the finger of God. Descendant of Nephi¹ and ancestor of Amulek. ^[20]
• Amlici, Nephite dissenter who became leader of dissenters, and was slain by Alma² in battle (c. 87 BC). Namesake of the Amlicite people. ^[21]
• Ammah, Nephite missionary, companion of Aaron³ and Muloki. Preached at Ani-Anti and Middoni, imprisoned in Middoni, rescued by Ammon³. ^[22]
• Ammaron, fourth Nephite record keeper after visitation of Christ. Told Mormon² how and when to hide plates. Son of Amos², brother of Amos³ (c. AD 306). ^[23]
• Ammon¹, also called Ben-Ammi, son of the Biblical Lot, the children of whom Isaiah¹ (as quoted by Jacob²) prophesied will obey the stem of Jesse. ^[24]
• Ammon², a Mulekite descendant and leader of a Nephite expedition from Zarahemla to land of Nephi, who lead Limhi and his people to freedom (c. 121 BC). ^[25]
• Ammon³, formerly rebellious son of Mosiah² and brother to Aaron³, Omner, and Himni. ^[26] After refusing kingship, became a missionary to Lamanites. Converted Lamoni, his wife, and many of his people, none of whom ever fell away. Though attacked by non-believers, could not be slain. In Middoni, freed his brethren from prison, and later helped Anti-Nephi-Lehies migrate to Zarahemla, then to land of Jershon. As high priest over Ammonites, banished the antichrist Korihor. Joined Alma² on mission to Zoramites where they were astonished to discover the Rameumptom (c. 100 BC). ^[27]
• Ammoron , Nephite traitor, brother of Amalickiah and descendant of Zoram, who engaged in angry correspondence with Moroni¹. King of the Lamanites after Amalickiah's death, then killed by Teancum (c. 66-61 BC). ^[28]
• Amnigaddah, captive Jaredite, in line of kingly succession. Father of Coriantum², and son of Aaron². ^[29]
• Amnor, Nephite spy in Amlicite campaign, along with Limher, Manti, and Zeram (c. 87 BC). ^[30]
• Amoron, Nephite from fifth century AD. Contemporary and subordinate of the prophet and army commander Mormon² during final war between Lamanites and Nephites (c. AD 380–400). ^[31]
• Amos², second Nephite record keeper documenting time of peace following visitation from Christ. Father of Amos³ and Ammaron, son of Nephi⁴ (c. AD 110–194). ^[32]
• Amos³, son of Amos², third record keeper documenting Nephite history after visitation by Christ. Passed record to brother Ammaron (c. AD 194–306). ^[33]
• Amulek , Nephite son of Giddonah¹, who was visited by an angel, converted by and a missionary companion of Alma², and caused prison walls to tumble (c. 82–74 BC). ^[34]
• Amulon, wicked leader of priests of Noah³ at time of king Laman³, who was later made king and threatened believers with death. ^[35]
• Anti-Nephi-Lehi, brother of Lamoni, king over converted Lamanites, who counseled with Ammon³. Namesake of ethnic group the Anti-Nephi-Lehies. ^[36]
• Antiomno, Lamanite king of land of Middoni and friend to Lamoni, who imprisoned the missionaries Aaron³, Muloki, and Ammah. ^[37]
• Antionah, chief ruler in Ammonihah who inquired of Alma² about nature of immortality. ^[38]
• Antionum, Nephite commander lost in final battle at Cumorah (c. AD 385). ^[39]
• Antipus, Nephite commander in city of Judea who battled Lamanites with Helaman² and stripling warriors (c. 65 BC). ^[40]
• Archeantus ( /ˌɑːrkiˈæntəs/ ), ^[41] Nephite soldier, one of three "choice men" slain in battle (c. AD 375). ^{[42] [43]}

B

• Benjamin, known as King Benjamin, righteous Nephite prophet and king, and father of Mosiah², Helorum, and Helaman¹. Reigned after father, Mosiah¹. Drove warring Lamanites from Zarahemla using sword of Laban, received plates from Amaleki¹, and established peace. After instructing sons to protect records and conferring kingdom on eldest, addressed people from tower, where he admonished service, industry, and charity to the poor. Taught of Christ (c. 120 BC). ^[44]
• Brother of Amaleki ¹ (unnamed), and son of Abinadom, who participated in both expeditions to Land of Nephi, along with Zeniff. ^[45] At least one writer argues that this individual might be same person as the prophet Abinadi. ^[46]
• Brothers of Amulon (unnamed), perhaps metaphorical brothers (comprising priests of Noah³), who taught language of Nephi¹ to Lamanites by order of King Laman³. ^[47]
• Brother of Jared ², (also Mahonri Moriancumer), ^{[48] [49] [50]} prophet who asked God not to confound language of family and friends (collectively, the Jaredites) at the Tower of Babel, and who moved a mountain. Lead by God out of the land, instructed to build several watertight barges, and prayed over how to light them and ensure adequate air. Charged to propose a solution, found stones and asked God to light them. In a theophany, saw the finger of God — the premortal Christ — touch stones to make them shine, and was astonished to see Christ had form and substance. Taken inside veil, received the Urim and Thummim along with additional revelation. Instructed to write the revelations, which were kept under seal until after Christ's future appearance. After dramatic ocean crossing, established self in the land and became father of 22 sons and daughters, including Pagag. Argued unsuccessfully against establishment of a monarchy. ^[51]
• Brother of Kim (unnamed), unrighteous middle Jaredite who rebelled against Kim and subjected him and his descendants to captivity. Son of Morianton¹. ^[52]
• Brother of Nimrah (unnamed), Jaredite whose father, Akish, imprisoned and starved him to death out of jealousy, sparking a war between Akish and his sons. ^[53]
• Brother of Shiblom¹ (and presumably, son of Com²), Jaredite who ordered death of all the prophets. ^[54]

C

• Captain Moroni, see Moroni¹
• Cezoram , eighth Nephite chief judge (c. 30 BC), preceded by Nephi², son of Helaman, and succeeded by his son, and eventually by Seezoram. (Cezoram and Seezoram are two different people and should not be confused with one another). ^[55]
• Chemish, Nephite record keeper, son of Omni and brother of Amaron (c. 3rd century BC). ^[56]
• Cohor¹, unrighteous early Jaredite king, son of Corihor¹ and brother of Noah². He joined Noah², with "all his brethren and many of the people" to establish a rival kingdom to Shule's. No further references were made, but he seems to have been influential, as Noah² later named son after him, ^[57] and name was passed down ^[58] to end of Jaredite lineage. ^[59]
• Cohor², wicked early Jaredite king slain by Shule. Son of Noah², father of Nimrod². ^[60]
• Cohor³, late Jaredite mentioned only as father of fair [tragic] sons and daughters. ^[61]
• Com¹ ( /koʊm/ ), ^[62] righteous middle Jaredite king, son of Coriantum¹ and father of Heth¹; dethroned by his son. ^[63]
• Com², righteous late Jaredite king who drew away half to kingdom, then battled against Amgid for remainder of kingdom; fought in vain against robbers. Father of Shiblom¹ (Shiblon) and at least one other son, son of Coriantum². ^[64]
• Corianton ( /ˌkɒriˈæntən/ ), ^[65] son of Alma² (and younger brother to Helaman² and Shiblon), Nephite missionary after he repented of chasing after the harlot Isabel (c. 74 BC). ^[66]
• Coriantor, late Jaredite in line of kingship, son of Moron, father or ancestor of Ether. Although his father had been king, Coriantor "dwelt in captivity all his days". ^[67]
• Coriantum¹, righteous middle Jaredite king, a city builder who married in old age. Son of Emer, father of Com¹. ^[68]
• Coriantum², captive middle Jaredite in line of kingly succession. Father of Com², son of Amnigaddah. ^[69]
• Coriantumr¹, early Jaredite, son of king Omer and brother of Emer, who restored kingdom to his father. ^[70]
• Coriantumr² , last Jaredite king and last Jaredite survivor. Fought Shared and warred against Gilead, Lib², and Shiz. Lived 9 months with people of Zarahemla (c. 130 BC). ^[71]
• Coriantumr³, Nephite apostate, commander of Lamanite forces, descendant of Zarahemla. Large and mighty man who invaded city of Zarahemla, slew chief judge Pacumeni at city wall, then marched on Bountiful until Moronihah¹ cut him down (c. 51 BC). ^[72]
• Corihor¹, early Jaredite and rebel son of Kib (and brother to Shule), who later repented of his rebellion. Fathered Noah² and Cohor¹, both of whom then rebelled against him. ^[73]
• Corihor², late Jaredite mentioned only as father of fair [tragic] sons and daughters. ^[61] (Not to be confused with the antichrist Korihor.)
• Corom ( /ˈkɔːrəm/ ), ^[74] middle Jaredite king, who did good for his people and fathered many children, including Kish. Son of Levi². ^[75]
• Cumenihah ( /ˌkuːməˈnaɪhɑː/ ), ^[76] Nephite commander lost in final battle at Cumorah (c. AD 385). ^[39]

D

• Daughter of Jared³ (unnamed), who sought to save her father's kingdom and kill Omer, and who married Akish and conspired with him and others to instigate secret combinations (c. 63 BC). ^[77]

E

• Emer ( /ˈiːmər/ ), ^[78] middle Jaredite king who had a peaceful, prosperous reign of 62 years, executed righteous judgment, and saw Jesus Christ. Son of Omer and father of Coriantum¹. ^[79]
• Emron ( /ˈɛmrɒn/ ), ^[80] Nephite soldier, one of three "choice men" slain in battle (c. AD 375). ^{[42] , [43]}
• Enos² , son of Jacob², a Nephite prophet and record keeper, narrator of Book of Enos, who prayed morning to night to receive remission of sins. ^[81]
• Esrom ( /ˈɛzrəm/ ), ^[82] early Jaredite, son of Omer and brother to Coriantumr¹, who fought their brother Jared³ to return kingdom to his father. ^[83]
• Ethem , wicked later Jaredite king whose people hardened their hearts. Son or descendant of Ahah, father of Moron. ^[84]
• Ether , influential and final Jaredite prophet. Descendant of Coriantor and namesake of Book of Ether. Made his record on 24 gold plates. Prophesied at time of Coriantumr² but was rejected. Hid in cave from which he viewed final destruction of Jaredites, after which, finished and hid record later discovered by people of Limhi. ^[85]
• Ezias ( /iːˈzaɪəs/ ), ^[86] ancient prophet who testified in same manner as Zenock, Isaiah¹, and Jeremiah, argued by Reynolds ^[87] to be same as the Esaias ^{[88] , [89]} who lived in days of Abraham. ^[90]

G

• Gadianton, a Nephite dissenter and chief of Gadianton robbers (c. 50 BC). Flattered Kiskumen to become leader of robber band, but after failing to kill Helaman³, fled to the wilderness. Later conspired in murder of chief judge Cezoram and his son, received secret oaths and covenants from the devil, and nearly destroyed Nephites. ^[91]
• Gazelem, a seer (or, alternatively, a seer stone) prepared by God to see secret works of darkness. ^{[92] , [93]}
• Gid, Nephite military officer and chief captain over band appointed to guard prisoners. Reported to Helaman² the death and escape of rebellious prisoners, and took part in a strategy to capture Lamanite cities (c. 63 BC). ^[94]
• Giddianhi ( /ˌɡɪdiˈænhaɪ/ ), ^[95] chief of Gadianton robbers who arrogantly demanded Nephite lands from Lachoneus¹, then commanded followers to go to battle against Nephites. Defeated and slain (c. AD 16–21). ^[96]
• Giddonah¹ ( /ɡɪˈdoʊnɑː/ ), ^[97] Amulek's father and son of Ishmael³, named as Amulek's authority for preaching to people of Ammonihah. ^[98]
• Giddonah², high priest and chief judge in Gideon who was challenged by the antichrist Korihor (c. 75 BC). ^[99]
• Gideon, Nephite patriot and counselor to king Limhi. A strong man who fought King Noah³, but spared his life. Later sent men into the wilderness to search for Noah³ and his priests, counselled with Limhi regarding dealings with Lamanite king, proposed a plan for escaping from Lamanites, taught in the Church, and withstood the antichrist Nehor, but was slain by Nehor. A valley and a city were named after him (c. 145-91 BC). ^[100]
• Gidgiddonah ( /ˌɡɪdɡɪˈdoʊnɑː/ ), ^[101] Nephite commander slain with his 10,000 at battle of Cumorah (c. AD 385). ^[102]
• Gidgiddoni , Nephite commander, prophet, and judge appointed by Lachoneus¹ to lead forces against followers of Gadianton robber Giddianhi. Gidgiddoni refused the people’s petition for offensive campaign, stockpiled weapons, and defeated the robbers when attacked. His campaign established a great peace (c. AD 16). ^[103]
• Gilead, brother of Shared, who slew part of army of Coriantumr² when they were drunk, and took over Coriantumr²'s throne. ^[104]
• Gilgah ( /ˈɡɪlɡɑː/ ), ^[105] second son of Jared², an early Jaredite who walked humbly before God and refused kingship. ^[106]
• Gilgal, Nephite commander lost in final battle at Cumorah (c. AD 385). ^[39]

H

• Hagoth, Nephite ship builder, curious man who built ships to find those who went northward. Some of the ships disappeared and were never heard from again (c. 55 BC). ^[107]
• Hearthom, righteous middle Jaredite king who lost kingdom after 24 years and fell into captivity. Son of Lib¹, and father of Heth². ^[108]
• Helam ( /ˈhiːləm/ ), ^[109] convert from people of Noah³ and first of those baptized by Alma¹ (c. 147 BC). ^[110] Likely namesake of city and land of Helam. ^{[111] , [112]}
• Helaman¹, third son of King Benjamin (c. 130 BC), brother of Mosiah² and Helorum. Taught by their father to read the writings in their original language. ^[113]
• Helaman² , eldest son of Alma², prophet and military commander. Maintained records, prophesied Nephite destruction, preached and baptized many, and reestablished church. Persuaded Ammonites to keep their oath to lay down arms, and was followed into battle by 2,000 of their young stripling sons. With help of Antipus, defeated Lamanites by means of decoy. Corresponded with Moroni¹ and Ammoron. After battles, returned to Zarahemla where he continued to preach until his death (c. 74-56 BC). ^[114]
• Helaman³, sixth Nephite chief judge and eldest son of Helaman². Received records from Shiblon and was appointed a judge. The plot of Gadianton robber Kishkumen to murder him failed because of the intervention of a servant. Lived righteously and fathered Nephi² and Lehi⁴ (c. 53 BC). ^[115]
• Helem ( /ˈhiːlɛm/ ), ^[116] brother of Ammon² and a seeker of people of Zeniff. ^[117]
• Helorum ( /hiːˈlɔːrəm/ ), ^[118] second son of King Benjamin (c. 130 BC), brother of Mosiah² and Helaman¹. Mentioned by name in only one verse, ^[119] but was addressed with his brothers by King Benjamin. Taught by their father to read the writings in their original language. ^[113]
• Hem ( /hɛm/ ), ^[120] brother of Ammon² and a seeker of people of Zeniff. ^[117]
• Heth¹, unrighteous middle Jaredite king who rebelled, slew his father, and brought about famine, causing many followers to emigrate to Zarahemla. Son of Com¹, and father of Shez¹. ^[121]
• Heth², middle Jaredite in line of kingly succession, who lived in captivity all his days. Son of Hearthom, and ancestor of Aaron². ^[122]
• High priest of Gilead, who murdered Gilead as he sat on his throne, and who was in turn murdered by Lib² in a secret pass. ^[123]
• Himni, youngest son of Mosiah², unbeliever who tried to destroy the Church, was converted by an angel, and traveled through Zarahemla with brothers to repair injuries they had done. Left in charge of the Church when Alma² and companions began their missionary journey (c. 100-74 BC). ^[26]

I

• Isabel, harlot in land of Siron who stole many hearts, and who was chased after by Corianton (c. 75 BC). ^[124]
• Isaiah¹ , Hebrew prophet extensively quoted by Nephi¹, ^[125] Jacob², ^[126] Abinadi, ^[127] and the resurrected Jesus Christ ^[128] (c. 800 BC). ^[129]
• Isaiah², one of twelve Nephite disciples chosen by the resurrected Jesus Christ. ^[130] Taught multitude, prayed, encircled by fire, among either nine taken up into heavens or three allowed to remain (c. AD 34). ^[131]
• Ishmael², an Ephraimite from Jerusalem who travelled with his household into the wilderness with families of Lehi¹ and Zoram¹. Father of sons and daughters who married travelling companions and often rebelled. ^[132]
• Ishmael³, grandfather of Amulek, in his line of authority for preaching to people of Ammonihah. ^[133]

J

• Jacob¹, Biblical patriarch and an ancestor of Lehi¹, whose name was found on brass plates of Laban, whose words were cited by Moroni¹, ^[134] and whose house is referenced frequently in the Book of Mormon . ^[135]
• Jacob² , righteous fifth son of Lehi¹, a Nephite prophet and record keeper. Accompanied brother Nephi¹ into wilderness, consecrated as priest and teacher, quoted Isaiah¹, saw destruction of Jerusalem in vision, and was given the small plates where he recorded spiritual things. Confounded Sherem and later gave plates to his son Enos² (c. 599 BC). ^[136]
• Jacob³, Nephite apostate and Zoramite captain, who left city Mulek to fight decoy set by Teancum, was surprised by army of Lehi³, and thereby lost command of city to Moroni¹. Killed in ensuring battle (c. 64 BC). ^[137]
• Jacob⁴, Nephite apostate who was chosen king by secret combination. Seeing he was outnumbered, commanded his people to flee and establish kingdom in north. His city, Jacobugath, was burned (c. AD 29-30). ^[138]
• Jacom, first son of Jared². Early Jaredite who walked humbly before God and refused kingship. ^[106]
• Jared² , founder and righteous first leader of Jaredites. Came from Tower of Babel with brother and friends. Father to Jacom, Gilgah, Mahah, Orihah, and eight daughters. Asked brother to pray that their language not be confounded. After landing in new world, argued against a monarchy, but relented in the face of people's resistance. Record was explicated by Moroni². ^[139]
• Jared³, unrighteous middle Jaredite king who seized kingdom from his father Omer. Brother of Esrom and Coriantumr¹, who retook the kingdom and restored it to their father. Worked in secret combinations with his daughter and Akish to regain kingdom. Slain by Akish's band. ^[140]
• Jarom , Nephite record keeper and primary author of Book of Jarom who saw many wars and grieved over stiff-neckedness of Lamanites. Contrasted their blood-thirsty ways with the well-being of his own people. Son or descendant of Enos² and father of Omni (c. 399–361 BC). ^[141]
• Jeneum ( /ˈdʒɛniəm/ ), ^[142] Nephite commander lost in final battle at Cumorah (c. AD 385). ^[39]
• Jeremiah², one of twelve Nephite disciples chosen by the resurrected Jesus Christ. ^[130] Taught multitude, prayed, encircled by fire, among either nine taken up into heavens or three allowed to remain (c. AD 34). ^[131]
• Jesus Christ , Savior and Redeemer, who appeared as a resurrected Being to the Nephite people, taught and blessed them. Prophesied of by name and by titles throughout the Lehite diaspora until his appearance (c. 34 AD). ^[143]
• Jonas¹, son of Nephi³, and one of twelve Nephite disciples chosen by the resurrected Jesus Christ. ^[130] Taught multitude, prayed, encircled by fire, among either nine taken up into the heavens or three allowed to remain (c. AD 34). ^[131]
• Jonas², one of twelve Nephite disciples chosen by the resurrected Jesus Christ. ^[130] Taught multitude, prayed, encircled by fire, among either nine taken up into the heavens or three allowed to remain (c. AD 34). ^[131]
• Joseph², sixth son of Lehi¹ who followed his brother Nephi¹ into the wilderness and was a just and holy man (c. 595 BC). ^[144]
• Josh, Nephite commander lost in final battle at Cumorah (c. AD 385). ^[39]
• Judge in Ammonihah (unnamed), of order of Nehor. Burned believers. Smote, starved, and imprisoned Alma² and Amulek. Killed by collapse of prison walls (c. 81 BC). ^[145]

K

• Kib, righteous early Jaredite king and father of Corihor¹, who took him into captivity, and Shule, who freed him and restored him to his throne. Son of Orihah. ^[146]
• Kim, rebellious middle Jaredite king and son of Morianton¹, who was taken into captivity by his own brother. Father of Levi². ^[147]
• Kimnor ( /ˈkɪmnɔːr/ ), ^[148] early Jaredite, father of Akish. ^[149]
• King Benjamin (see Benjamin)
• King of the Lamanites ¹ (unnamed), who subjugated Limhi and his people. Slain during battle with people of Limhi (c. 121 BC). ^[150]
• King of the Lamanites² (unnamed), who was father of Lamoni and Anti-Nephi-Lehi, and who was converted by Aaron³ (c. 90 BC). ^[151]
• King of the Lamanites³ (unnamed), who was slain by Amalickiah's servant (c. 72 BC). ^[152]
• King of the Lamanites⁴ (unnamed), to whom Nephite dissenters appealed. Possibly the same as, or a successor to, Tubaloth (c. 38 BC). ^[153]
• King of the Lamanites⁵ (possibly Aaron⁴, or his unnamed successor), who sent an epistle to Mormon (c. 360 AD). ^[154]
• Kish, middle Jaredite king about whom little is known; father of Lib¹ and son of Corom, two righteous kings. ^[155]
• Kishkumen, co-founder of Gadianton robbers. Secretly murdered Pahoran² and escaped justice because of secret combinations. His plan to kill Helaman³ was foiled, leading to his murder. ^[156]
• Korihor, antichrist who was successful in Zarahemla and Gideon, but was run out of Jershon. Debated Giddonah² and Alma², was struck dumb, then trodden down by Zoramites (c. 74 BC). ^[157]
• Kumen ( /ˈkuːmən/ ), ^[158] one of twelve Nephite disciples chosen by the resurrected Jesus Christ. ^[130] Taught multitude, prayed, encircled by fire, among either nine taken up into the heavens or three allowed to remain (c. AD 34). ^[131]
• Kumenonhi ( /ˌkuːməˈnɒnhaɪ/ ), ^[159] one of twelve Nephite disciples chosen by the resurrected Jesus Christ. ^[130] Taught multitude, prayed, encircled by fire, among either nine taken up into the heavens or three allowed to remain (c. AD 34). ^[131]

L

• Laban, custodian of the brass plates who refused to turn them over to sons of Lehi¹, and confiscated their riches when they attempted to purchase the plates. Slain by Nephi¹, who used Laban's sword as a model for others (c. 600 BC). ^[160]
• Lachoneus¹, eleventh known Nephite chief judge, who received a threatening epistle from Giddianhi (the robber leader), then gathered his people and prepared fortifications. Prophesied and called his people to repentance. Appointed Gidgiddoni as commander of Nephites. After battles and ending of a siege, peace ensued (c. AD 1). ^[161]
• Lachoneus², son of Lachoneus¹, twelfth known (and last) Nephite chief judge whose people became proud and wicked (c. AD 29–30). ^[162]
• Lamah ( /ˈleɪmə/ ), ^[163] Nephite commander lost in final battle at Cumorah (c. AD 385). ^[39]
• Laman¹, rebellious eldest son of Lehi¹ and brother to Lemuel, Sam, Nephi¹, Jacob², and Joseph². Travelled into the wilderness with his family, murmured against his father and his younger brother Nephi¹, failed to obtain brass plates from Laban, smote brothers, stirred up Lemuel and sons of Ishmael² to kill Nephi¹, chastised by an angel, and brought generational curse upon own family and followers, who were named Lamanites after him (c. 600 BC). ^[164]
• Laman², Lamanite king and father of Laman³. Deceived Zeniff and stirred up his people against him (c. 200 B.C.). ^[165]
• Laman³, son of Laman² and a king of the Lamanites, who appointed Amulon to power, then subjugated him (c. 178 BC). ^[166]
• Laman⁴, Nephite soldier sought out by Moroni¹ because he was a direct descendant of Laman¹ and former servant of the Lamanite king³ slain by Amalickiah's servant. Enticed Lamanite guards to drunkenness, thereby allowing Nephite prisoners to escape city of Gid (c. 178 BC). ^[167]
• Lamoni , descendant of Ishmael² and a Lamanite king dramatically converted by Ammon³. While being taught by Ammon³ he fell to the earth, as did his wife, overcome by Spirit. Their revival lead to conversion of many. Accompanied Ammon³ to Middoni to free the prisoners there — during which journey he met his father, who threatened to kill them both, but who was later converted. Upon return, taught his people, built synagogues, and counseled in defense of Anti-Nephi-Lehies (c. 178 BC). ^[168]
• Leader (unnamed), bloodthirsty head of first of two expeditions returning to Land of Nephi, which expeditions are described in books of Omni ^[169] and Mosiah, ^[170] and both of which included Zeniff (c. 200 BC).
• Lehi¹ , Hebrew prophet who led family and followers to promised land in western hemisphere. Father of Laman¹, Lemuel, Nephi¹, Sam, Jacob², Joseph², and several daughters. Recipient of Liahona. ^[171] His visions ^[172] foretold major divisions described throughout the Book of Mormon. When his son Nephi¹ broke his bow and family went hungry, murmured against God, but repented and continued prophesying to end of his life (c. 600 BC). ^[173]
• Lehi², son of Zoram² who went with his father and brother Aha to rescue their captured brethren (c. 81 BC). ^[174]
• Lehi³, Nephite military commander (possibly same as Lehi²), who assisted Moroni¹ in defeating Lamanites, became chief captain over city of Noah, took command of city of Mulek, fought alongside Teancum, and assisted Moronihah¹ (c. 74 BC). ^[175]
• Lehi⁴, Nephite missionary, younger son of Helaman³, who with brothers Nephi² and Moronihah¹, was instrumental in converting 8,000 Lamanites. In land of Nephi, cast into prison with brother, protected by a pillar of fire, conversed with angels, brought down prison walls, and with faith wrought change upon Lamanites (c. 45 BC). ^[176]
• Lehonti ( /liːˈhɒntaɪ/ ), ^[177] Lamanite officer who was lured into trap by Amalickiah and poisoned (c. 72 BC). ^[178]
• Lemuel, rebellious second son of Lehi¹ and brother to Laman¹, Sam, Nephi¹, Jacob², and Joseph². Travelled into the wilderness with his family, murmured against his father and younger brother Nephi¹, failed to obtain brass plates from Laban, smote brothers, stirred up Laman¹ and sons of Ishmael² to kill Nephi¹, was chastised by an angel, became follower of Laman¹, thereby bringing a generational curse upon own family (c. 600 BC). ^[179]
• Levi², righteous middle Jaredite king who fought way out of captivity and ruled justly. Father of Corom, and son of Kim. ^[180]
• Lib¹ ( /lɪb/ ), ^[181] righteous middle Jaredite king who rid land of serpents and became a great hunter. Son of Kish, and father of Hearthom. ^[182]
• Lib², wicked late Jaredite king and brother of Shiz, who fought Coriantumr² for control of kingdom, worked in secret combinations, murdered Gilead, and was killed by Coriantumr². Lib² was largest man in kingdom. ^[183]
• Limhah ( /ˈlɪmhɑː/ ), ^[184] Nephite commander lost in final battle at Cumorah (c. AD 385). ^[39]
• Limher, Nephite spy in Amlicite campaign, along with Amnor, Manti, and Zeram (c. 87 BC). ^[30]
• Limhi , righteous son of Noah³, and third and final Nephite king in land of Lehi-Nephi. While in bondage to Lamanites — and after three unsuccessful rebellions — encountered Ammon¹ and brethren, learned their good news from Zarahemla, and shared with them record of Zeniff. Invited them to preach to his people, then planned their joint escape on advice of Gideon. Taught and baptized by Alma¹, and joined people of king Mosiah², to whom he gave the 24 gold plates of Jaredite prophet Ether (c. 121 BC). ^[185]
• Luram ( /ˈlʊərəm/ ), ^[186] Nephite soldier, one of three "choice men" slain in battle (c. AD 375). ^{[42] [43]}

M

• Mahah, third son of Jared², an early Jaredite who walked humbly before God and refused kingship. ^[106]
• Manti, Nephite spy in Amlicite campaign, along with Amnor, Limher, and Zeram (c. 87 BC). ^[30]
• Mathoni ( /məˈθoʊnaɪ/ ), ^[187] brother of Mathonihah, and one of twelve Nephite disciples chosen by the resurrected Jesus Christ. ^[130] Taught multitude, prayed, encircled by fire, among either nine taken up into the heavens or three allowed to remain (c. AD 34). ^[131]
• Mathonihah ( /ˌmæθoʊˈnaɪhɑː/ ), ^[188] brother of Mathoni, and one of twelve Nephite disciples chosen by the resurrected Jesus Christ. ^[130] Taught multitude, prayed, encircled by fire, among either nine taken up into the heavens or three allowed to remain (c. AD 34). ^[131]
• Morianton¹ ( /ˌmɒriˈæntən/ ), ^[189] just middle Jaredite king in lineage of Ether, who re-established kingdom after many generations and eased burden of the people, though he himself was cut off from God. Descendant of Riplakish; father of Kim and at least one other son. ^[190]
• Morianton², founder of Nephite city of Morianton, Nephite traitor and ruler of people of Morianton, instigator of Lehi-Morianton border dispute. Sought to invade land of Lehi, but when he beat one of his maid servants, she fled to tell Moroni¹ of his plans. During ensuing battle, slain by Teancum and army was taken captive (c. 68 BC). ^[191]
• Mormon¹, father of Mormon² and a descendant of Nephi¹ (c. AD 322). ^[192]
• Mormon² , abridger and keeper of Nephite record, military commander, historian. Visited by Ammaron at age 10 and instructed to take record from the hill Shim when 24 years old. Following year, taken south by his father to Zarahemla. At age 15 experienced theophany and, being large in stature, appointed military leader over Nephites. Repeatedly withdrew in face of combined forces of Lamanites and robbers; attributed military losses to wickedness of Nephites. At age 24 retrieved buried plates and began work of recording. Resigned leadership, witnessed near total destruction of his people, buried the large plates, and turned over small plates to Moroni² (c. AD 333). ^[193]
• Moron, late Jaredite king who reigned during a time of great wickedness and turmoil, and was himself wicked. Lost half his kingdom for many years because of a rebellion and, after regaining kingdom, was completely overthrown and lived out his life in captivity. Son of Ethem, father of Coriantor, grandfather or ancestor of the prophet Ether. ^[194]
• Moroni¹, known as Captain Moroni, Nephite military commander. Took command of all Nephite armies at age 25. Equipped followers sufficiently to intimidate Lamanites armies, who fled.  Sent out spies and sought prophetic advice from Alma² to defend liberty, lands, and Church. Engaged in largely successful military campaigns against larger armies. Demanded surrender of Zerahemnah, who refused, and was scalped during an attempted attack. Upon learning of Amalickiah’s dissent, raised title of liberty to inspire steadfastness. Cut off enemy troops. Put to death those who continued to rebel. Rebuilt city of Ammonihah and fortified cities to repel attack. Ended rebellion of Morianton². Contended with authoritarian king-men, reinforced Teancum's troops, wounded while retaking Mulek, and sent Laman⁴ to retake Gid by decoy. Corresponded with Pahoran¹, with whom he retook city of Nephihah, raising standard of liberty wherever he went. Yielded command of army to Moronihah¹ before death (c. 99-56 BC). ^[195]
• Moroni² , prophet, last Nephite, son of Mormon². One of only 24 to survive last great battle at Cumorah. Received small number of plates from father in order to protect remainder from destruction. Worked to finish record, abridged record of Ether, mourned loss of Nephite civilization, and warned unbelievers before sealing up record (c. AD 421). ^[196] In Latter-day Saint faith, was the angelic messenger who appeared to, taught, and delivered plates to Joseph Smith. ^[197]
• Moronihah¹, righteous Nephite general, son of Moroni¹. Received command of armies from father, drove back Lamanites, surprised by Coriantumr³’s invasion. Defeated invaders to retake city of Zarahemla. Peace interrupted, driven back into Bountiful by army of Nephite dissenters. Slaughter attributed to Nephite corruption. Taught repentance, and thereby regained half of lost territory (c. 60 BC). ^[198]
• Moronihah², Nephite general who perished at final battle of Cumorah, along with his ten-thousand (c. AD 385). ^[39]
• Mosiah¹, Nephite prophet and king of land of Zarahemla, who had gift of interpretation. Translated stone record of the Mulekites. Father of King Benjamin (c. 200 BC). ^[199]
• Mosiah², Nephite prophet and king, and also seer who could translate by means of interpreters. ^[200] Eldest son of King Benjamin. He and brothers taught by their father to read writings in their original language. ^[113] Near end of life, advocated for an end of monarchy and adoption of judges; he was therefore last of Nephite kings. Among accomplishments was establishment of a permanent system of measures. His once wayward sons (Aaron³, Ammon³, Himni, and Omner) converted and become influential missionaries (c. 154-91 BC). ^[201]
• Mulek , purported to be last son of Jewish king Zedekiah¹. After death of brothers, ^[202] escaped Jerusalem and was brought across the sea to new land with group of people known variously as people of Zarahemla, ^[203] seed of Zedekiah¹, ^[204] people of Mulek, ^[205] and colloquially, as the Mulekites. Ancestor of Zarahemla, and namesake of Nephite land to the north, and eastern shore city south of Bountiful (c. 597 BC). ^[206]
• Muloki ( /ˈmjuːləkaɪ/ ), ^[207] Nephite missionary, companion of Aaron³ and Ammah, imprisoned in Middoni, rescued by Ammon³. ^[22]

N

• Nehor, Nephite apostate, religious theorist, antichrist. Proclaimed against Church, contended with Gideon, grew angry and slew Gideon, condemned by Alma² for murder and for introducing priestcraft. Executed and died "ignominious" death (c. 91 BC). ^[208] Namesake of the Order of Nehors (an indigenous religion, originating from but separate to the Nephite religion). ^[209]
• Nephi¹ , prophet, founder and king of eponymous Nephite civilization, fourth son of Lehi¹. Favored of God, kept own record, abridged father's record. Left Jerusalem, commanded to recover brass plates, smitten by brothers but protected by angel. After failed attempt to purchase plates, encountered drunken Laban, slew him, obtained plates, persuaded Zoram¹ to join him, returned again for Ishmael² and family. Saw father's dream and vision of future promised land and ministry of Christ. Forbidden to write some parts. When hunting bow broke, used Liahona to obtain food. Commanded to build ship, crossed ocean, quoted Isaiah¹, contended with and separated from brothers, passed plates to brother Jacob² before death (c. 600 BC). ^[210]
• Nephi², influential Nephite missionary, seventh Nephite chief judge, son of Helaman³ and brother of Lehi⁴. Resigned as judge to preach, converted 8,000 Lamanites. Imprisoned with brother, protected by angels, prison walls shaken, encircled with fire, converted larger number of Lamanites. Sorrowed over rise of Gadianton band, taught multitude from garden tower, revealed secret murderer of judge Seezoram, praised by voice from heaven, conveyed away from persecutors, invoked famine, baptized converts of Samuel², continued working miracles, disappeared (c. 45 BC). ^[211]
• Nephi³, known as Nephi the Disciple, eldest son of Nephi². Given charge of plates, prayed over wickedness of people, heard voice of Lord, learned of Christ's imminent birth. Saw night without darkness and new star. Baptized many, visited by angels, cast out devils, raised brother Timothy from the dead. ^[212] At appearance of resurrected Christ, first called of the twelve. ^{[213] , [130]} Baptized other disciples, commanded to bring records. ^[214] Taught multitude, prayed, encircled by fire, among either nine taken up into the heavens or three allowed to remain (c. AD 34). ^[131]
• Nephi⁴, first keeper of record documenting miracles and peace that prevailed for two centuries after visit by Christ. Son of Nephi³, father of Amos². Passed record to son before death. ^[215]
• Nephihah ( /niːˈfaɪhɑː/ ), ^[216] second Nephite chief judge (c. 83-67 BC). Succeeded Alma² the Younger when Alma² had surrendered judgment seat to him to devote more time to missionary work. ^[217] Son Pahoran¹ inherited judgment seat after his death. ^[218]
• Neum ( /ˈniːəm/ ), ^[219] Hebrew prophet, quoted by Nephi¹, who prophesied Christ's crucifixion. By metaphor, the Biblical prophet Nahum's foretelling of the destruction of Nineveh (c. 612 BC) may be that same prophecy referenced by Nephi¹. ^[220]
• Nimrah ( /ˈnɪmrɑː/ ), ^[221] Jaredite son of Akish, maternal grandson of Jared³. Angry that his father had starved his brother, fled with a small band to great-grandfather Omer. Later joined by his other brothers and restored kingdom to Omer. ^[222]
• Nimrod¹, great biblical hunter ^[223] after whom a Mesopotamian valley was purportedly named. ^[224]
• Nimrod², early Jaredite king who turned over the kingdom to Shule and received great favors in return. Son of Corihor² and grandson of Noah². ^[225]
• Noah², unrighteous early Jaredite king, son of Corihor¹. Rebelled against his father, battled Shule, obtained part of the kingdom including the land of first inheritance and Moron, slain by sons of Shule. Father of Cohor². ^[226]
• Noah³, an iniquitous Nephite king, son of Zeniff and father of Limhi. Heavily taxed his people, ordered Abinadi slain, and accused Alma¹ of sedition. Life was later spared by Gideon, so fled into the wilderness and commanded followers to desert their wives and children. Burned to death (c. 160 BC). ^[227]

O

• Omer, righteous middle Jaredite king, son of Shule and father to Emer, Jared³, Esrom, and Coriantumr¹. Overthrown by Jared³, spent half of days in captivity, until sons regained kingdom for him. Jared³ and his daughter plotted with Akish to overthrow Omer's kingdom. Warned by God, escaped with family. Later joined by great-grandsons Nimrah and brothers, who restored his kingdom. ^[228]
• Omner, third son of Mosiah², unbeliever who tried to destroy the Church, was converted by an angel, and traveled through Zarahemla with brothers to repair injuries they had done (c. 100-74 BC). ^[26]
• Omni , Nephite record keeper and son of Jarom. Fought with sword to preserve his people. Admitted own wickedness and bemoaned wars and bloodshed. Passed record to son Amaron (c. 390 BC). ^[229]
• Orihah, first Jaredite king, fourth son of Jared². Walked humbly, executed righteous judgment. Fathered 31 sons and daughters, including Kib. ^[230]

P

• Paanchi, Nephite rebel and son of Pahoran¹, who contended with brothers Pahoran² and Pacumeni for judgment seat. Angry when older brother was appointed, caused rebellion. Condemned to death, which lead to assassination of Pahoran² (c. 52 BC). ^[231]
• Pachus ( /ˈpeɪkəs/ ), ^[232] rebel king of Nephite dissenters in Zarahemla who allied with Ammoron, drove freemen from land, battled with Moroni¹ and Pahoran¹, and was slain (c. 61 BC). ^[233]
• Pacumeni ( /peɪˈkjuːmənaɪ/ ), ^[234] fifth Nephite chief judge, son of Pahoran¹, brother of Pahoran², and contender for judgment seat. After assassination of brother by Gadianton robber Kishkumen, acquired judgment seat briefly. Lamanite invader Coriantumr³ caught Pacumeni fleeing, killed him at city wall. Helaman³ succeeded as chief judge (c. 52 BC). ^[235]
• Pagag ( /ˈpeɪɡɑːɡ/ ), ^[236] eldest son of the Brother of Jared², who refused offer to become king. ^[237]
• Pahoran¹, steadfast third Nephite chief judge, son of Nephihah. Supported by freemen; opposed by high-born king-men. Democratic vote for liberty gave Moroni¹ mandate to silence rebel king-men. Corresponded with Moroni¹ over inability to defend forces of Helaman² and news of insurrection that drove him and supporters from land. Joined defenders to put down rebellions and overcome Lamanite forces. Resumed judgment seat. Father of Pahoran², Paanchi, Pacumeni, and others (c. 68 BC). ^[238]
• Pahoran², fourth Nephite chief judge. Eldest of three sons of Pahoran¹ that contended for judgment seat. Murdered by invading Gadianton robber Kishkumen (c. 52 BC). ^[239]

Q

• Queen¹, wife of Lamoni, who mourned when she thought her husband dead, sent for Ammon³, and spoke in tongues at time of her conversion. Revived by Abish . ^[240]
• Queen², mother of Lamoni, who was angry at Aaron³ at collapse of her husband, converted when he rose and ministered. ^[241]
• Queen³, widow of King of the Lamanites ³ that was slain by Amalickiah. Asked for mercy, fraudulently persuaded the death was inflicted by king's servants, married to Amalickiah who then became king. ^[242]
• Queen⁴, wife of Ammoron who told her of the death of Amalickiah before returning to battle against Nephites (c. 66-61 BC). ^[243]

R

• Riplakish ( /rɪpˈleɪkɪʃ/ ), ^[244] unrighteous Jaredite king, who heavily taxed people, executed those who didn't labor, engaged in whoredoms, and was killed in uprising. Son of Shez¹ and brother of Shez². After a break in continuity of the kingdom, succeeded by descendant Morianton¹. ^[245]

S

• Sam, righteous third son of Lehi¹ and brother to Laman¹, Lemuel, Nephi¹, Jacob², and Joseph². Stood by younger brother Nephi¹ when he was repeatedly abused at hands of older brothers, believed his words, accompanied him into wilderness, blessed by their father and caused him to rejoice (c. 600 BC). ^[246]
• Samuel¹, Hebrew prophet and seer purported by the Book of Mormon to have been one among many who testified of Christ (ca. 1100 BC). ^[247]
• Samuel² , prophet to Nephites, also called Samuel the Lamanite. Warned the iniquitous Nephites at Zarahemla from atop the city wall, foretold Christ's imminent birth and ministry, signs of His forthcoming death and resurrection. While believers desired baptism, disbelievers tried to stone him. He fled (c. 6 BC). ^[248]
• Sariah, wife of Lehi¹, mother of six sons and an unknown number of daughters. Accompanied family from Jerusalem, grieved over sons' apparent disappearance, murmured against Lehi¹, rejoiced over sons' return. At elder sons' rebellion, nearly died from grief (c. 600 BC). ^[249]
• Seantum ( /siˈæntəm/ ), ^[250] fratricidal brother of Nephite judge Seezoram. Member of Gadianton band, whose murder of his brother was revealed by Nephi² through inspiration. Captured by people and tried. Confessed (c. 23 BC). ^[251]
• Seezoram ( /siːˈzɔːrəm/ ), ^[252] brother of Seantum and member of Gadianton band, tenth known Nephite chief judge, eventually succeeded by Lachoneus¹. How and when he began his reign as chief judge is not known; his first appearance in the Book of Mormon was when Nephi², son of Helaman, prophesied his murder by hand of his brother, Seantum (c. 23 BC). ^{[253] [254]} (Not to be confused with Cezoram, another Nephite chief judge who was assassinated earlier.)
• Servant of Amalickiah (unnamed), who poisoned Lehonti, and likely same who slew king of the Lamanites³ (c. 72 BC). ^[255]
• Servant of Helaman³ (unnamed), spy among robber band who learned of Gadianton robber Kishkumen's plan to murder Helaman³, pretended to lead assailant to judgment seat under cover of night, then stabbed him in heart and ran to expose the plot (c. 50 BC). ^[256]
• Servant of Morianton² (unnamed), woman who — after being beaten by Morianton² — fled to camp of Moroni¹ and told of her former master's plans to escape to the north (c. 72–67 BC). ^[257]
• Seth², late Jaredite, in line of kingly succession, who lived in captivity after his father was slain. Son of Shiblom¹, father of Ahah. ^[258]
• Shared ( /ˈʃeɪrəd/ ), ^[259] Jaredite military leader and brother of Gilead, who battled Coriantumr² and sons for control of kingdom. For three days engaged in combat with Coriantumr² at battle of Gilgal, severely wounding him but losing own life in the process. ^[260]
• Shem², Nephite commander lost in final battle at Cumorah (c. AD 385). ^[39]
• Shemnon ( /ˈʃɛmnɒn/ ), ^[261] one of twelve Nephite disciples chosen by the resurrected Jesus Christ. ^[130] Taught multitude, prayed, encircled by fire, among either nine taken up into heavens or three allowed to remain (c. AD 34). ^[131]
• Sherem ( /ˈʃɛrəm/ ), ^[262] an antichrist who used sophistry and flattery to argue against Christ. Discredited by Jacob², overcome by power of God, confessed own deceit, died (c. fifth century BC). ^[263] At least one writer argues that Sherem was a son or descendant of Zoram¹. ^[264] Hugh Nibley proposed that "Sherem" means "snub nosed or pug nosed." ^[265]
• Shez¹ ( /ʃɛz/ ), ^[266] righteous middle Jaredite king who outlived rebellious namesake son and rebuilt kingdom. Son or descendant of Heth¹, father of Riplakish and Shez². ^[267]
• Shez², rebel son of Shez¹, who was killed by a robber. Brother of Riplakish. ^[268]
• Shiblom¹ ( /ˈʃɪbləm/ ), ^[269] ) (also Shiblon), ^[270] righteous late Jaredite king and son of Com², who warred against rebel brother and was slain. Father of Seth². ^[271]
• Shiblom², Nephite commander lost in final battle at Cumorah (c. AD 385). ^[39]
• Shiblon, Nephite missionary & record-keeper, second son of Alma² (and brother to Helaman² and Corianton). Accompanied father, sons of Mosiah², and younger brother on mission to Zoramite dissenters. Blessed by father. Preaching lead to peace. Kept records and passed them to Helaman³ before death (c. 74BC). ^[272]
• Shiz, Jaredite military leader and brother of Lib². Swore to avenge brother's blood, slew women and children, burnt cities, brutalized civilization. Coriantumr² fought back, exchanged bitter correspondence with Shiz, re-took battlefield, and beheaded him. Their battle lead to the end of Jaredite civilization. ^[273]
• Son of Cezoram (unnamed), ninth Nephite judge, murdered on judgment seat, as was his father (c. 26 BC). ^[274]
• Shule ( /ʃuːl/ ), ^[275] righteous early Jaredite king. Born in captivity after brother Corihor¹ usurped kingdom from their father Kib. Upon maturity, came to hill Ephraim to molten swords, armed followers, restored kingdom to his father. Eventually became king, executed righteous judgment. Nephew Noah² rebelled, Shule's sons, including Omer, put down rebellion. Cohor² rebelled and was also slain. ^[276]

T

• Teancum, Nephite military leader. Headed army to stop Morianton² from joining Lamanites. Battled Amalickiah, whom he slew with javelin in his sleep. Counseled with Moroni¹ and others to retake Mulek through decoy. Scattered Lamanite defenders, put prisoners to work building fortifications. Provisioned by Pahoran¹ and later by Moroni¹. Under cover of night, slew Ammoron but died in aftermath (c. 67 BC). ^[277]
• Teomner ( /tiˈɒmnər/ ), ^[278] Nephite military officer. Participated with Helaman² and Gid in ambush of Lamanites to retake Manti (c. 63 BC). ^[279]
• Timothy, brother of Nephi², raised from the dead, one of twelve Nephite disciples chosen by the resurrected Jesus Christ. ^[130] Taught multitude, prayed, encircled by fire, among either nine taken up into the heavens or three allowed to remain (c. AD 34). ^[131]
• Tubaloth ( /ˈtuːbəlɒθ/ ), ^[280] Lamanite king, son of Ammoron, the previous king. Appointed Coriantumr ³, a mighty man and Nephite dissenter, to lead his armies (c. 51 BC). ^[281]

U

• Usurper, late Jaredite king, descendant of the brother of Jared and a "mighty man" of unknown connection to Moron, whom he overthrew, or to Coriantor, whom he kept in captivity. ^[282]

W

• Wives of Amulon and his brothers (unnamed), daughters of Lamanites who rejected conduct and names of their fathers. ^[283]
• Wife¹ of Coriantum¹ (unnamed), who lived to age 102. She had no children. ^[284]
• Wife² of Coriantum¹ (unnamed), who became mother of multiple sons and daughters, including Com¹. ^[285]
• Wife of Ishmael² (unnamed), who left Jerusalem with her family (c. 600 BC). Her daughters married sons of Lehi¹ and Zoram. ^[286]
• Wife of Nephi¹ (unnamed), a daughter of Ishmael², who defended her husband from attack. ^[287]
• Wife of Zoram (unnamed), eldest daughter of Ishmael². ^[288]

Z

• Zarahemla, leader of Mulek's colony, descendant of Mulek. Discovered by Mosiah¹, rejoiced at learning of existence of brass plates containing record of Jews. Learned language of Mosiah¹, recited genealogy, provided stone record of Jaredites obtained from Coriantumr², united with people of Mosiah¹ (c. 200 BC). ^[289]   Ancestor of Ammon² and Coriantumr³. Zarahemla was namesake of a people, as well as two cities, and a land. ^[290]
• Zedekiah¹, last king of Judah before destruction of Jerusalem by Nebuchadnezzar II (c. 598 BC), ^[291] frequently mentioned in the Book of Mormon, and there purported to be father of Mulek. ^[292]
• Zedekiah², one of twelve Nephite disciples chosen by the resurrected Jesus Christ. ^[130] Taught multitude, prayed, encircled by fire, among either nine taken up into the heavens or three allowed to remain (c. AD 34). ^[131]
• Zeezrom, Nephite lawyer in Ammonihah. Expert in rhetorical devices, accused Alma² and Amulek, attempted to bribe Amulek to deny God, caught in own lies. Convinced of God's power, inquired sincerely, astonished at their words. Became sick, healed by Alma². Converted and baptized, became Nephite missionary (c. 82 BC). ^[293]
• Zemnarihah ( /zɛmnəˈraɪhɑː/ ), ^[294] leader of Gadianton band, successor to Giddianhi. Laid siege to Nephites, hampered by lack of provisions, withdrew to head northward, cut off by Gidgiddoni, captured and hanged  (c. AD 21). ^[295]
• Zenephi ( /ˈziːnəfaɪ/ ), ^[296] military commander who carried off provisions of widows and children, leaving them to die (c. AD 400). ^{[42] , [297]}
• Zeniff , father of Noah³, grandfather of Limhi, and righteous leader of expedition of Nephites who left Zarahemla to land of Lehi-Nephi (c. 200 BC). Record comprises Mosiah 9 through 22. Sent to spy among Lamanites, covenanted with King Laman² to possess land of Lehi-Nephi. Made king, betrayed by Laman², and drove out Lamanite invaders before dying. ^[298]
• Zenock , apocryphal prophet of ancient Israel. Predicted Christ's crucifixion, testified of mercy of God, quoted by Alma², prophesied destruction at advent of Christ. ^[299]
• Zenos , apocryphal prophet of ancient Israel. Foretold three days of darkness at Christ's crucifixion and gathering of Israel, quoted by Jacob², testified of redemption through Christ, slain for boldness of testimony. ^[300]
• Zerahemnah ( /zɛrəˈhɛmnə/ ), ^[301] Lamanite commander who appointed bitter Amalekites and Zoramites as chief captains to stir up hatred toward Nephites. Army intimidated by Moroni¹'s arms and departed. Gathered again at Sidon where Moroni¹ demanded surrender and oath to cease warring. Handed over weapons but refused oath. Lost scalp in attempt on Moroni¹'s life. In ensuing battle, relented and took oath (c. 74 BC). ^[302]
• Zeram ( /ˈziːrəm/ ), ^[303] Nephite military officer, one of several spies (including with Amnor, Limher, and Manti) sent to watch camp of the Amlicites (c. 87 BC). ^[30]
• Zoram¹, servant of Laban who held keys to treasury, and, after learning of death of Laban, accompanied family of Lehi¹ into the wilderness. There he married eldest daughter of Ishmael², became follower and true friend of Nephi¹. Ammoron one of his descendants (c. 600 BC). ^[304]
• Zoram², chief captain over Nephite armies, father of Lehi² and Aha. Sought prophetic advice from Alma² to track captured people. Scattered Lamanites at river Sidon, reclaimed captives (c. 81 BC). ^[305]
• Zoram³, an antichrist. Leader of apostate sect of Nephites, the Zoramites, who trampled Korihor to death. Instigated idol worship, to the dismay of Alma² (c. 74 BC). ^[306]

See also

• List of Book of Mormon groups
• List of Book of Mormon places
• List of Mormon place names
• List of Book of Mormon prophets
• Book of Mormon rulers
• Jaredite kings
• Wars mentioned in the Book of Mormon

References

1. Index
2. Ether 1:15-16, Ether 10:31.
3. Mosiah 27:34; Mosiah 29:2-3; Alma 20:2-3; Alma 21:1-17; Alma 22:1-27; Alma 23:1-5, 16; Alma 25:6, 17; Alma 26:10; Alma 27:19, 25; Alma 31:6, 32;.
4. Mormon 2:9; Moroni 9:17.
5. Mosiah 7:26-28; Mosiah 11:20-Mosiah 17:20, Alma 5:11, et seq.
6. Omni 1:10-12.
7. Alma 19:16-17, 28-29.
8. Alma 16:5 et seq.
9. Ether 1:9-10, Ether 11:10-11.
10. Ether 8:10-18; Ether 9:1-12.
11. Mosiah 17:2-4; Mosiah 18; Mosiah 21:30, 34; Mosiah 23-Mosiah 26 et seq.
12. Mosiah 27:8-37; Mosiah 28:20; Mosiah 29:42-44; Book of Alma, Hel. 4:21, et seq.
13. Omni 1:12-30; Words of Mormon 1:3, 10.
14. Mosiah 7:6-16 et seq.
15. Alma 46:3-11, 28-33; Alma 47-49; Alma 51; Alma 52:3.
16. Omni 1:3-8.
17. Helaman 5:35-41.
18. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «ăm´gĭd»
19. Ether 10:32.
20. Alma 10:2-3. (Contrast Daniel 5).
21. Alma 2:1-31.
22. Alma 20:2; Alma 21:11-17.
23. 4 Nephi 1:47-49; Mormon 1:2-5; Mormon 2:17; Mormon 4:23.
24. 2 Ne. 21:14 (Gen. 19:38; Deut. 2:19; Ezek. 25:2; Isa. 11:14).
25. Mosiah 7:3-16; Mosiah 8:2-19; Mosiah 21:22-36; Mosiah 22 et seq.
26. Mosiah 27:8-37, Mosiah 28-29; Alma 17; Alma 36; Alma 48, et seq.
27. Alma 18:2–4; Alma 18:10, 16, 22-32; Alma 19:2, 14, 22-23, 33; Alma 19:33; Alma 20:1-2, 8, 14-28; Alma 21:18, 23; Alma 23:1, 6; Alma 24:5; Alma 26:1–35; Alma 27:5, 10-17, 25; Alma 30:20-21; Alma 31:6, 32, 37-38; Alma 35:1, 14; Alma 37:9; Alma 48:18; Ether 12:15.
28. Alma 52:3-12; Alma 54-57; Alma 59; Alma 62, et seq.
29. Ether 1:14-15; Ether 10:31.
30. Alma 2:21-25.
31. Moroni 9:7.
32. 4 Nephi 1:19-21.
33. 4 Nephi 1:21-47.
34. Alma 8:19-32; Alma 9-16; Alma 31; Alma 34-35; Helaman 5; Ether 12 et seq.
35. Mosiah 23:31-39; Mosiah 24; Mosiah 25:12 et seq.
36. Alma 24:1-5.
37. Alma 20:4-7, 28, et seq.
38. Alma 12:20-21.
39. Mormon 6:14.
40. Alma 56:9-18, 30-57.
41. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «är-kē-ăn´tus»
42. "A Chronological Setting for the Epistles of Mormon to Moroni - Alan C. Miner - Journal of Book of Mormon Studies - Volume 3 - Issue 2". Archived from the original on 2011-07-10. Retrieved 2010-10-15.
43. Moroni 9:2.
44. Omni 1:23-25; W of M 1:3, 10-18; Mosiah 1–5; Mosiah 6:1-5; Mosiah 8:3; Mosiah 26:1; Mosiah 29:13; Hel. 5:9.
45. Omni 1:30.
46. "The Brother of Amaleki1". The Crooks in the Lot. September 23, 2012. Retrieved 7 Nov 2024.
47. Mosiah 23:34-36; Mosiah 24:3-6; Mosiah 25:12.
48. "The Jaredites," The Juvenile Instructor, [1 May 1892], p. 282 n.
49. Chapter 48, Book of Mormon Student Manual, Religion 121 and 122, 1996
50. "Understanding the Scriptures", "Ether 2 The Jaredites Build Barges", Book of Mormon Seminary Student Study Guide, [2000]
51. Ether 1:33–43; Ether 2:4–5, 8, 14–16; Ether 3:1; Ether 3:6, 13–28; Ether 4:1; Ether 6:2, 9, 15-29; Ether 7:5; Ether 12:20-30; D&C 17:1.
52. Ether 10:14.
53. Ether 9:7-12.
54. Ether 11:4-9.
55. Helaman 5:1; Helaman 6:15.
56. Omni 1:8-10.
57. Ether 7:20.
58. Ether 13:17.
59. Ether 7:15.
60. Ether 7:19-22.
61. Ether 13:17.
62. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «kōm»
63. Ether 1:26-27; Ether 9:25-27.
64. Ether 1:12-13; Ether 10:31-34; Ether 11:1-4.
65. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «kōr-ē-ăn´tun»
66. Alma 31:7; Alma 39-42; Alma 43:1-2; Alma 49:30; Alma 63:10.
67. Ether 1:6-7; Ether 11:18-23
68. Ether 1:27-28; Ether 9:21-25.
69. Ether 1:13-14; Ether 10:31.
70. Ether 8:4; Ether 9:2, et. seq.
71. Omni 1:21-22; Ether 12:1-2; Ether 13:15-31; Ether 14-15.
72. Helaman 1:15-32.
73. Ether 7:3-15.
74. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «kōr´um»
75. Ether 1:19-20; Ether 10:16-17.
76. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «kū-ma-nī´hä»
77. Ether 8:8-17, Ether 9:4.
78. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «ē´mer»
79. Ether 1:28-29; Ether 9:14-22.
80. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «ĕm´rän»
81. Jacob 7:27; Enos 1; Jarom 1:1.
82. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «ĕz´rum»
83. Ether 8:4–6.
84. Ether 1:8-9; Ether 11:11-14.
85. Mosiah 8:7-11; Mosiah 28:10-17; Ether 1:6; Ether 11:23; Ether 12:1–5; Ether 13:2-15, 18, 20–22; Ether 14:24; Ether 15:1, 12–13, 33-34.
86. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «ē-zī´us»
87. Reynolds (1882) [1954]. Dictionary of the Book of Mormon: Comprising its Biographical, Geographical and Other Proper Names; with Appendices by Janne M. Sjodah. Salt Lake City: Juvenile Instructor Office. p. 89.
88. D&C 84:13, Matthew 3:3, JST Luke 3:4.
89. Laura F. Willes Center for Book of Mormon Studies, The. "Ezias". Book of Mormon Onomasticon.
90. Helaman 8:20.
91. Hel. 2:4-14; Hel. 3:23; Hel. 6:15-37; Hel. 7:25, et. seq.
92. The Laura F. Willes Center for Book of Mormon Studies (11 July 2023). "Gazelem". Book of Mormon Onomasticon. Retrieved 14 Nov 2024.
93. Alma 37:23 (23-25).
94. Alma 57:28–36; Alma 58:16–23.
95. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «gĭd-ē-ăn´hī»
96. 3 Ne. 3:1–12; 3 Ne. 4:5–14.
97. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «gĭd-dō´nä»
98. Alma 10:2-3.
99. Alma 30:21–29.
100. Mosiah 19:4–8, 18–24; Mosiah 20:17–24; Mosiah 22:3–9; Alma 1:7–9; Alma 2:1, 20; Alma 6:7; Alma 14:16, et seq.
101. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «gĭd-gĭd-dō´nä»
102. Mormon 6:13.
103. 3 Nephi 3:17-26; 3 Nephi 4:4, 7-18, 21-27; 3 Nephi 6:6.
104. Ether 14:3-9.
105. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «gĭl´gä»
106. Ether 6:14-26.
107. Alma 63:5–8.
108. Ether 1:16-17; Ether 10:29-31.
109. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «hē´lum»
110. Mosiah 18:12–14.
111. Mosiah 23:19 et seq.
112. Kern, K.C. (2018). "Land of Helam - Land inhabited by people of Alma1". Book of Mormon Online. Retrieved 15 Nov 2024.
113. Mosiah 1:2–9.
114. Alma 31:7; Alma 36–37; Alma 45–62.
115. Alma 63: 11-13; Helaman 2:3-12; Helaman 3:20, 37; Helaman 5:5-13.
116. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «hē´lĕm»
117. Mosiah 7:6-16 et seq.
118. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «hē-lōr´um»
119. Mosiah1:2
120. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «hĕm»
121. Ether 1:25-26; Ether 9:25-34; Ether 10:1.
122. Ether 1:16; Ether 10:31.
123. Ether 14:9-16
124. Alma 39:3-4.
125. 1 Nephi 20-21; 2 Nephi 12-24; 2 Nephi 26:18; 2 Nephi 27:2-5, 17-19, 25-35; 2 Nephi 28: 7, 9, 14, 16, 30; 2 Nephi 29:1-3; 2 Nephi 30:9, 11-15.
126. 2 Nephi 6:6-7, 16-18; 2 Nephi 7-8; 2 Nephi 9:60.
127. Mosiah 12:21-24; Mosiah 14; Mosiah 15:6, 29-31.
128. 3 Nephi 16:18-20; 3 Nephi 20:32, 34-45; 3 Nephi 21:8, 29; 3 Nephi 22.
129. 1 Nephi 15:20; 1 Nephi 19:23; 2 Nephi 11:2, 8; 2 Nephi 25:1, 4-7; 2 Nephi 6:4-5; Mosiah 14:1; Mosiah 15:6; Helaman 8:20; 3 Nephi 16:17; 3 Nephi 20:11; 3 Nephi 23:1; Mormon 8:23.
130. 3 Nephi 19:4.
131. 1 Nephi 12:7-10; 3 Nephi 11:22; 3 Nephi 12:1; 3 Nephi 13:25; 3 Nephi 15:11; 3 Nephi 18:1-5, 8-10, 17, 26, 36-39; 3 Nephi 19:4-36; 3 Nephi 20:1-6; 3 Nephi 23:10; 3 Nephi 26:17-20; 3 Nephi 27:1-4, 33; 3 Nephi 28:1-32, 36-38; Mormon 3:18-19; Moroni 2; et seq.
132. 1 Nephi 7:2-22; 1 Nephi 16:7, 20, 27, 34-35.
133. Alma 10:2-3.
134. Alma 46:24-25.
135. 1 Ne. 5:14; 1 Ne. 6:4; 1 Ne. 17:40; 1 Ne. 19:10; 1 Ne. 20:1, 12, 20; 1 Ne. 21:5-6, 26; 2 Ne. 6:18; 2 Ne. 12:3, 5-6; 2 Ne. 18:17; 2 Ne. 19:8; 2 Ne. 20:20-21; 2 Ne. 24:1; 2 Ne. 27:33-34; Mosiah 7:19; Mosiah 23:23; Alma 5:24; Alma 7:25; Alma 29:11; Alma 36:2; Alma 46:23-26; Helaman 3:30; Helaman 4:30; 3 Ne. 5:21, 24-25; 3 Ne. 10:4, 17; 3 Ne. 20:16, 22; 3 Ne. 21:2, 12, 22-23; 3 Ne. 24:6; 4 Ne. 1:49; Mormon 5:12, 24; Mormon 7:10; Mormon 9:11; Ether 10:14.
136. 1 Ne. 18:7, 19; 2 Ne. 2:1-2; 2 Ne. 5:6, 26; 2 Ne. 6:1–11; 2 Ne. 10:1; 2 Ne. 11:3; 2 Ne. 31:1; Jacob 1:1–2, 8, 14, 17-19; Jacob 2:1–11; Jacob 3:1-14; Jacob 4:1, 15; Jacob 7:3–15, 27; W of M 1:3; Alma 3:6.
137. Alma 52:20-35.
138. 3 Ne. 7:9–13; 3 Ne. 9:9.
139. Ether 1:32–43; Ether 2:1, 13; Ether 6:4–14, 19–21, 24, 29.
140. Ether 8:1–18; Ether 9:1-5.
141. Jarom 1; Omni 1:1.
142. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «jĕn´ē-um»
143. 3 Nephi 9-18.
144. 1 Ne. 18:7, 19; 2 Ne. 3; 2 Ne. 5:5–6, 26; Jacob 1:18; Alma 3:6.
145. Alma 14:4-5, 14-24.
146. Ether 1:31-32; Ether 7:3-9.
147. Ether 1:21-22; Ether 10:13-14.
148. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «kĭm´nōr»
149. Ether 8:10.
150. Mosiah 7:15, 22; Mosiah 19:15, 25-28; Mosiah 20:7-12.
151. Alma 20: 8-27; Alma 22, Alma 23.
152. Alma 47:1-34.
153. Helaman 4:2.
154. Mormon 3:4, Mormon 6:2-3.
155. Ether 1:18-19; Ether 10:17-18.
156. Hel. 1:9–12; Hel. 2:3–9; Hel. 6:18, 24.
157. Alma 30:6-60.
158. "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «kū´mun»
159. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «kū´ma-nän´hī»
160. 1 Ne. 3:2-14, 23-27; 1 Ne. 4:1, 5-26; 1 Ne. 7:11; 2 Ne. 5:14-16; Jacob 1:10; W of M 1:13; Mosiah 1:16.
161. 3 Ne. 1:1; 3 Ne. 3:1-17, 22-25; 3 Ne. 6:6, 19.
162. 3 Ne. 6:19.
163. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «lā´mä»
164. 1 Ne. 2:5, 9, 11–14, 16, 18, 21-24; 1 Ne. 3:2-5, 9–14, 21-31; 1 Ne. 4:4-5, 28-30; 1 Ne. 5:7; 1 Ne. 7:1-7, 16-22; 1 Ne. 8:35–36; 1 Ne. 15:2-9, 20-26, 31; 1 Ne. 16:1-5, 7, 18-22, 32, 36–39; 1 Ne. 17:17–22, 48-55; 1 Ne. 18:1, 4-21; 1 Ne. 22:1; 2 Ne. 1:24–29; 2 Ne. 4:13; 2 Ne. 5:1-3, 21; Alma 3:7; Alma 18:38.
165. Mosiah 7:21-22; Mosiah 9:5-7, 10-13; Mosiah 10:6, 18.
166. Mosiah 10:6; Mosiah 23:39; Mosiah 24:1-4, 9.
167. Alma 47:29; Alma 55:4–15.
168. Alma 17:20-39; Alma 18-19; Alma 20:1-29; Alma 21:18-22; Alma 22:1–27; Alma 24:5–17.
169. Omni 1:27-30.
170. Mosiah 7:2, Mosiah 9:2, et seq.
171. 1 Ne. 16:10, 16, 27-30; 1 Ne. 18:12, 21; 2 Ne. 5-12; Mosiah 1:16; Alma:37:38-46; D&C 17:1.
172. 1 Ne. 1:6-16, 1 Ne. 2:1; 1 Ne. 3:2; 1 Ne. 5:17-19; 1 Ne. 8:2-36; 1 Ne. 10:2-17; 1 Ne. 16:9-12; 2 Ne. 1:4-12.
173. 1 Ne. 1:5, 18–20; 1 Ne. 2:1–4, 9–15; 1 Ne. 3:2–4; 1 Ne. 5:6, 10–15; 1 Ne. 7:1–2; 1 Ne. 16:9, 11–12, 20, 23–31; 1 Ne. 18:7–23; 2 Ne. 1-3; 2 Ne. 4:3–12; Mosiah 1:4; Alma 9:9; Alma 10:3; Hel. 8:22; Ether 13:5.
174. Alma 16:5, 7-8.
175. Alma 43:35–53; Alma 49:16–17; Alma 52:27–36; Alma 53:2; Alma 61:15–21; Alma 62:3, 13, 32-34, 37; Hel. 1:28.
176. Hel. 3:21; Hel. 4:14; Hel. 5:4, 14–44; Hel. 6:6; Hel. 11:19, 23; Ether 12:14.
177. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «lē-hän´tī»
178. Alma 47:6, 10–19.
179. 1 Ne. 2:5, 10–14, 16, 18, 21-24; 1 Ne. 3:2-5, 9–11, 14, 21-31; 1 Ne. 4:4-5, 28-30; 1 Ne. 5:7; 1 Ne. 7:1-7, 16-22; 1 Ne. 8:35–36; 1 Ne. 15:2-9, 20-26, 31; 1 Ne. 16:1-5, 7, 18-22, 32, 36–39; 1 Ne. 17:17–22, 48-55; 1 Ne. 18:1, 4-21; 1 Ne. 22:1; 2 Ne. 1:24–29; 2 Ne. 4:13; 2 Ne. 5:1-3, 21; Alma 3:7; Alma 18:38.
180. Ether 1:20-21; Ether 10:14-16.
181. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «lĭb»
182. Ether 1:17-18; Ether 10:18-30.
183. Ether 14:10-16.
184. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «lĭm´hä»
185. Mosiah 7:7–33; Mosiah 8; Mosiah 19:16-17, 26-29; Mosiah 20:6–16, 23–26; Mosiah 21, 22; Mosiah 25:16-18; Mosiah 28:11.
186. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «lūr´um»
187. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «ma-thō´nī»
188. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «măth-ō-nī´hä»
189. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «mōr-ē-ăn´tun»
190. Ether 1:22-23; Ether 10:9-13.
191. Alma 50:25-36.
192. 3 Ne. 5:20; Mormon 1:5.
193. W of M 1:1-11; 3 Ne. 5:12, 20; Morm. 1:1–17; Morm. 2:12, 17; Morm. 3:11, 17; Morm. 4:23; Morm. 6:2–6; Morm. 8:1-3; Ether 15:11; Moro. 7-9.
194. Ether 1:7-8; Ether 11:14-18.
195. Alma 43:16–54; Alma 44; Alma 46:11–13, 21–36; Alma 48:7–18; Alma 49:2–8; Alma 50:1–12, 31–36; Alma 51:13–21; Alma 52:5–40; Alma 53:1–7; Alma 54:4–14; Alma 55:6–24; Alma 56–58; Alma 59:3, 13; Alma 60; Alma 62:1, 4, 6, 14, 18–26, 42–43; Alma 63:3.
196. W of M 1:1; Morm. 6:6, 11–12; Morm. 8:1, 10–14; Morm. 9; Ether 1:1; Ether 3:17; Ether 4:4-19; Ether 5; Ether 6:1; Ether 8:20-26; Ether 9:1; Ether 12:6–41; Ether 13:1, 13; Ether 15:33; Moro. 1–10.
197. D&C 2; D&C 27:5; D&C 128:20; D&C 138:46; JS—H 1:30–42, 45, 49-54, 59.
198. Alma 62:43; Alma 63:15; Hel. 1:25-33; Hel. 2:1; Hel. 4:6-20.
199. Omni 1:12-23; Mosiah 2:32.
200. Mosiah 8:13, 19; Mosiah 21:28; Mosiah 28:13-16, 20; Alma 37:21-24; Mormon 9:34; Ether 3:23-24, 28; Ether 4:5.
201. Mosiah 1:10, 18; Mosiah 2:30; Mosiah 6:3–7; Mosiah 7:1–2; Mosiah 21:28; Mosiah 22:14, 25; Mosiah 25:1–7, 18–19; Mosiah 26:12; Mosiah 27:1–3; Mosiah 28:11–20; Mosiah 29:11-47; Alma 1:1; Alma 10:19; Alma 11:4.
202. Jer. 39:1–9.
203. Omni 1:14–15.
204. Hel. 8:21.
205. Hel. 6:10.
206. Mosiah 25:2; Hel. 6:10; Hel. 8:21.
207. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «myū´la-kī»
208. Alma 1:2–15; Alma 2:20.
209. Alma 14:16–18; Alma 15:15; Alma 16:11; Alma 21:4; Alma 24:28–29.
210. 1 Ne. 1:1-3, 16-17; 1 Ne. 2:4-7, 16-24; 1 Ne. 3-4; 1 Ne. 5:1, 7, 20-22; 1 Ne. 6-7, 9; 1 Ne. 10:1, 17; 1 Ne. 11-19, 22; 2 Ne. 1:10, 24; 2 Ne. 4:13-35; 2 Ne. 5, 11-33; Jacob 1:1-12, 18; Jacob 3:14; Mosiah 10:13-16; Hel. 8:22; D&C 98:32.
211. Hel. 3:21, 37; Hel. 4:14; Hel. 5; Hel. 6:6; Hel. 7-10; Hel. 11:3–23; Hel. 16:1–5; 3 Ne. 1:2-3; 3 Ne. 2:9.
212. 3 Ne. 1:2-3, 10-15, 23; 3 Ne. 2:9; 3 Ne. 5:9-10; 3 Ne. 7:15-25; 3 Ne. 12:1; 3 Ne. 19:4, 11-12.
213. 3 Nephi 11:18-21.
214. 3 Ne. 23:7-13.
215. 4 Nephi 1:1-19.
216. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «nē-fī´hä»
217. Alma4:17-18
218. Alma 50:37-39
219. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «nē´um»
220. 1 Nephi 19:10.
221. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «nĭm´rä»
222. Ether 9:7–13.
223. Gen. 10:8–9; 1 Chr. 1:10; Micah 5:6.
224. Ether 2:1-4.
225. Ether 7:22.
226. Ether 7:14-18.
227. Mosiah 7:9; Mosiah 11:1–27; Mosiah 12:9-18; Mosiah 13:1-12; Mosiah 17:1; Mosiah 18:1-4, 31-33; Mosiah 19:1-20; Mosiah 23:9–20; Alma 5:4.
228. Ether 1:29-30; Ether 8:1-12; Ether 9:1-3, 9, 12-15.
229. Jarom 1:15; Omni 1:1-3.
230. Ether 1:32; Ether 6:14-30; Ether 7:1-3.
231. Hel. 1:3-9.
232. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «pā´kus»
233. Alma 61:8; Alma 62:6-8.
234. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «pā-kyū´mĕn-ī»
235. Hel. 1:2-6, 13, 18-21.
236. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «pā´gäg»
237. Ether 6:24-25.
238. Alma 50:39-40; Alma 51:2-8, 15-16; Alma 59:3; Alma 60-61; Alma 62:1-26, 44; Hel. 1:2.
239. Hel. 1:3-11.
240. Alma 18:43; Alma 19:2-18, 28-30.
241. Alma 22:19-24.
242. Alma 47:32-35.
243. Alma 52:12.
244. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «rĭp-lā´kĭsh»
245. Ether 1:23-24; Ether 10:4-9.
246. 1 Ne. 2:5, 17; 1 Ne. 4:29-29; 1 Ne. 7:6; 1 Ne. 8:3, 14; 2 Ne. 1:28; 2 Ne. 4:11; 2 Ne. 5:6; Alma 3:6.
247. 3 Ne. 20:24.
248. Hel. 13–15; Hel. 16:1-8; 3 Ne. 1:5-9; 3 Ne. 8:3; 3 Ne. 23:9–12.
249. 1 Ne. 2:5; 1 Ne. 5:1-8; 1 Ne. 8:14–16; 1 Ne. 18:17-19; 2 Ne. 3:1.
250. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «sē-ăn´tum»
251. Hel. 8:27-28; Hel. 9:6, 26-38.
252. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «sē-zōr´um»
253. Helaman8:27-28
254. See also Helaman9:20-37
255. Alma 47:18, 24, 34.
256. Helaman 2:6-9.
257. Alma 50:30-31.
258. Ether 1:10-11; Ether 11:9.
259. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «shā´rud»
260. Ether 13:23–31.
261. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «shĕm´nän»
262. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «shĕr´um»
263. Jacob 7:1-21.
264. Thompson, A. Keith (2015). "Who Was Sherem?". Interpreter: A Journal of Latter-Day Saint Faith and Scholarship. 14: 1–15.
265. Nibley, Hugh & Hummel, Sharman Bookwalter (ed.) Nibley's Commentary on the Book of Mormon, Vol. 1 (2013), ASIN: B00GFY0GUO
266. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «shĕz»
267. Ether 1:24-25; Ether 10:1-4.
268. Ether 10:3.
269. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «shĭb´lum»
270. Shiblom is mentioned in Ether 1:11-12, where he is identified as Shiblon, but it is clear from the context that it is the same individual whose troubled reign is described in Ether 11:4-9. (An alternative theory is that Shiblon is the otherwise unnamed rebel brother of Shiblom, who is described in those same Ether 11 verses.)
271. Ether 1:11-12; Ether 11:4-9.
272. Alma 31:6-7; Alma 38; Alma 49:30; Alma 63:1, 10-11.
273. Ether 14:17-31; Ether 15:5-31.
274. Hel. 6:15.
275. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «shūl»
276. Ether 1:30-31; Ether 7:7-27.
277. Alma 50:33-36; Alma 51:29-36; Alma 52:1-11, 15-28; Alma 53:3-4; Alma 61:15-21; Alma 62:3, 13, 35-37.
278. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «tē-äm´ner»
279. Alma 58:16–23.
280. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «tū´ba-läth»
281. Hel. 1:16-17
282. Ether 11:17-18
283. Mosiah 25:12.
284. Ether 9:23-24.
285. Ether 9:24-25.
286. 1 Nephi 7:6.
287. 1 Nephi 16:7; 1 Nephi 18:19.
288. 1 Nephi 16:7.
289. Omni 1:14-21.
290. Mosiah 1:1; Mosiah 7:3, 13; Mosiah 25:2; Alma 2:26; Hel. 1:15.
291. 2 Kgs. 24:17–20; 25:2–7; 1 Chr. 3:15; 2 Chr. 36:10; Jer. 1:3; 21:1–7; Jer. 23:6; 24:8; 27:3, 12; 28:1; 29:3; 32:1–5; 33:16; 34:2–8, 21; 37–39; 44:30; 49:34; 51:59; 52.
292. 1 Ne. 1:4; 1 Ne. 5:12–13; Omni 1:15; Hel. 6:10; Hel. 8:21.
293. Alma 10:31-32; Alma 11:21-38, 46; Alma 12:1-8; Alma 14:2-6; Alma 15:3-12; Alma 31:5-6, 32.
294. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «zĕm-na-rī´hä»
295. 3 Ne. 4:16–28.
296. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «zēn´a-fī»
297. Moro. 9:16.
298. Omni 1:29-30; Mosiah 7:9, 13, 21; Mosiah 8:2; Mosiah 9:1–22; Mosiah 10:18–20; Mosiah 11:1.
299. 1 Nephi 19:10; Alma 33:15-17; Alma 34:7; Helaman 8:20; 3 Nephi 10:16; et seq.
300. 1 Nephi 19:10-17; Jacob 5; Alma 33:3-13; Alma 34:7, Helaman 8:19; 3 Nephi 10:16; et seq.
301. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «zĕr-a-hĕm´nä»
302. Alma 43:5-8, 20-54; Alma 44:1–20.
303. churchofjesuschrist.org: "Book of Mormon Pronunciation Guide" (retrieved 2012-02-25), IPA-ified from «zē´rum»
304. 1 Ne. 4:20–37; 1 Ne. 16:7; 2 Ne. 1:30–32; 2 Ne. 5:6; Alma 54:23.
305. Alma 16:5-8.
306. Alma 30:59; Alma 31:1.

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