The divine reproach Jesus felt so exquisitely, because of…
““The divine reproach Jesus felt so exquisitely, because of His meekly standing in for us, fulfilled yet another prophecy: ‘Reproach hath broken my heart; and I am full of heaviness: and I looked for some to take pity, but there was none; and for comforters, but I found none’ (Ps. 69:20). His heart was broken, as He did ‘suffer both body and spirit’ (D&C 19:18). He trembled because of pain, and yet He, amidst profound aloneness, finished His preparations, bringing to pass the unconditional immortality of all mankind and ‘eternal life for all those who would keep His commandments (Moses 1:39).””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The passage describes Jesus’ deep suffering and isolation, fulfilling prophecy and preparing humanity for eternal life through his sacrifice.
In simple terms: Jesus suffered physically and spiritually, fulfilling prophecy and enabling eternal life.
Key Takeaway
Understand the purpose of divine sacrifice.
Themes
faith
sacrifice
prophecy
redemption
eternal life
Mood
solemn
hopeful
Type
scriptural
theological
When to use this quote
- personal devotion
- scriptural study
- spiritual reflection
- teaching about sacrifice
Key Concepts
theology
Christology
LDS doctrine
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view of suffering influence personal faith?
- What does “unconditional immortality” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations of suffering vary across faiths.