This is Michael George with an essay on Envy in 7 parts. I hope you enjoy it, and that it benefits you. Here is a .pdf verson of the complete essay: PDF Transcript Update (4/27/2023): Edited and applied some Hemmingway to my usual verbose prose. I think it's a much better read now.

Complete references are given in written detail for both LDS and Restoration Edition scriptures. If you're not familiar with the Restoration Edition scriptures, I highly recommend them to you. You can browse for free at: http://scriptures.info 

Envy is Complicated

Beware of Envy's Path

Envy Hiding

Envy, Emotions, and Evil Paths

Equality Overtakes Envy 

A Civilization That's Just an Idea, So Far

It has long been the stock answer that to be meek, is to be teachable. While this certainly is a true answer, it is far from accurate. Meekness is, decidedly, a much wider and deeper subject.

The Lord didn't expect the Nephites at Bountiful to just believe His word, even after an impressive entrance. He brought proof. Evidence. He was the evidence. He not only took the abuse of men and death, but relived it for His children to understand. 

For some time I have pondered and discussed with friends the idea of what Zion might be like from a logistical perspective. The origin of the thought was Denver Snuffer's delightful talk I simply call, Zion. He presented it at the Zion Symposium, at the Provo, UT Marriott on 2/23/2008. I've been ruminating on the subject ever since and this essay is the result. It meanders a bit but I hope you'll enjoy the ride!

Part 1 of a 7-part series.

Part 2 of a 7-part series.

Part 3 of a 7-part series.