
A mist‑shrouded dawn lifts over the towering spires of Zarahemla, where a solemn procession of horsemen trudges toward the city gates. At its center sits a striking captive, bound yet unbowed, his dark eyes flashing contempt as he taunts the guards and the holy city that looms ahead. The vivid description of the ancient road, bordered by untouched forest, sets a stark contrast between the prisoner’s fierce independence and the orderly world he is being forced into.
As the party nears the gate, the guards demand their purpose, and the captive’s sarcastic proclamations reveal a deeper clash of loyalties and belief. He speaks of “the soldiers of Christ” and a “high priest,” hinting at a tangled past that ties him to the very heart of Nephite society. Listeners are drawn into a tense moment where destiny, faith, and defiance intersect, promising a journey that will test both character and conscience.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (96K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2011-04-27
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1857–1933
A forceful early Latter-day Saint historian and speaker, he helped shape how Mormon history and doctrine were explained to new generations. His life also crossed into politics, including a contested election to the U.S. House of Representatives that drew national attention.
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