1 Nephi 8-10

1 Nephi 8

Lehi had a vision.  It’s called the “Tree of Life.”

He felt reassured for Sam, Nephi and his wife.

He was not as certain about his older sons;

He was worried they’d go astray in the long run.

In his dream, Lehi saw a tree covered with fruit

And countless concourses of people in pursuit.

They followed a rod made of iron to the tree.

Anyone who tasted the fruit became happy. 

Sadly, some people in the dream would not partake;

They released the rod—they had chosen to forsake. 

Some were lost in darkness and some wandered nearby 

To a massive building that stood up in the sky.

Later, Nephi learned what this building symbolized;

It’s the scornful wisdom of the world and its pride.

Those inside might feel superior in those walls

But it will not last—someday great will be its fall.

When he asked the meaning of the tree and iron rod,

Nephi learned they symbolized the Love and Word of God.

If we read the scriptures and we heed the prophet’s word

We will feel God’s Love; our salvation is assured. 

1 Nephi 9

Nephi made two records to keep their history

One for wars, the other’s about their ministry.

Though he wasn’t sure of the plan that God devised, 

He trusted the plates served a purpose that was wise.

1 Nephi 10

Lehi prophesied of the Jews’ captivity

And about the Savior who’d set his people free.

He saw John the Baptist in vision and he knew 

Jesus would be baptized, so we should do it, too.

Next he said the house of Israel would be scattered

All throughout the earth before they would be gathered.

Like a tree whose branches were cut and then returned

All the tribes will gather, once gospel truths are learned.

Once again, Nephi asked the Lord if this was true.

God answered his prayer and he’ll do the same for you.