Originally Posted by SeattleUte (Post 129653)

So where does alegory end and factual truth begin? Is the whole trip to the Americas, clear up to the Lamanite annihilation of the Nephites, parable? What about the plates left in the hillside? Was that parable/allegory, the plates symbolizing a concept, left by someone's alter ego, the angel Moroni a symbol of something? It sounds like the makings of an interesting Sunstone article anyway.

Tex, buddy, what's your take on this?

Originally Posted by bYuPride (Post 130051)

WOW... You guys are among the most interesting people have the most interesting thoughts I have ever read.. I obviously don't read a lot or know too many people. ha ha... You all have brought so many ideas about Nephi's quest to get the plates than I've never thought of... and you obviously think on a MUCH different level than I. I'm going to try and read in this forum more and gain some more insight in addition to my study of different things. Please don't make fun of me when I ask Kindergarten level questions. Thank you.

Originally Posted by Brian (Post 130072)

The factual truth begins when the book is internalized and we are born again. That's the only truth that matters. Nephi/Alma/Moroni are of no use to any of us.
I don't know, nor do I care, where actual things are on the spectrum.

And yes, it is useful to wonder what things might symbolize.

Originally Posted by Cali Coug (Post 130269)

Are you taking the position that I don't have a reason?