Weapons of Peace: Lessons from the Anti-Nephi-Lehies with David Pulsipher

In this episode of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, hosts Jennifer Thomas and Patrick Mason are re-joined by professor David Pulsipher to explore the principles of peacemaking as taught in the Book of Mormon, with a special focus on two remarkable examples: Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace, and the Anti-Nephi-Lehies. They discuss the significance of nonviolent peace builders throughout history, including figures like Martin Luther King Jr. and Gandhi, while emphasizing the unique lessons learned from the Anti-Nephi-Lehies' story. Tune in as they delve into the scriptures to highlight how these narratives can inspire and guide individuals on their own peacemaking journeys.

[00:01:27] Anti-Nephi-Lehies as peace models.

[00:04:51] Multi-generational effects of peace.

[00:10:34] Defining peace through conflict transformation.

[00:11:36] Love transforms wartime conflict.

[00:17:36] Anti-Nephi-Lehies’ transformative story.

[00:19:12] Conversion and peacemaking among Anti-Nephi-Lehies.

[00:24:26] Flipping the script on conflict.

[00:27:32] Christian pacifism vs. covenant making.

[00:31:15] Weapons of peace.

[00:34:24] Armed with love and prayer.

[00:39:05] Spiritual victory in conflict.

[00:42:56] Creative peacemaking solutions.

[00:48:00] Nonviolence in resisting evil.

[00:50:22] Higher way to defend.

[00:55:05] Finding peace through Christ.

For more show notes and transcript, visit https://www.mormonwomenforethicalgovernment.org/proclaim-peace