King Noah - The Prophet Abinadi

The Prophet Abinadi

The prophet Abinadi was sent to preach repentance to Noah's people, but was not immediately successful. He was imprisoned and taken before King Noah and his priests. They attempted to "cross him" (or prove him a liar) by asking difficult questions concerning the interpretation of scriptures, including an excerpt from Isaiah, but were unable to do so. Abinadi began to teach them the Ten Commandments and they attempted to "do away with him" but were unable to touch him because he was protected by the power of God. He continued to teach them the rest of the Ten Commandments, as well as to interpret further writings of Isaiah and teach them about Jesus Christ. He finished by testifying that redemption comes through Christ. Abinadi, having delivered his message, was executed by fire. As he was dying he prophesied that Noah would suffer death in a similar manner.