Moses 7 - The Visions of Enoch

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Feb 4, 2026

A study of Moses 7 exploring Enoch’s visions and the rise of a City of Holiness. They unpack the three pillars of Zion: unity, righteousness, and no poverty. A striking scene reveals a weeping God and the reasons for divine sorrow. The narrative follows Enoch’s mountain ascents, prophetic panoramas, and the promise of Zion reuniting heaven and earth.

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ANECDOTE

Transcribing Revelation: Mozart Pages And Smudges

Jared recounts working on the Joseph Smith Translation manuscripts and noticing heavy revisions and "Mozart"-like flawless pages.
He uses that experience to illustrate how revelation sometimes arrives line upon line rather than perfectly in one draft.

INSIGHT

Higher Altitudes For Clearer Revelation

Some spiritual experiences require ascending to a higher elevation to hear God clearly.
Jared links Simeon (to hear) and temple imagery to emphasize fewer distractions at higher altitudes.

INSIGHT

Weakness Becomes Power When Given To God

Enoch's words, empowered by God, produced tangible miracles: mountains moved and rivers changed course.
Halverson underscores how weakness laid before God becomes a conduit for divine power.

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We often think of God as an immovable, distant force. But when Enoch looked into heaven, he didn't see a stoic deity—he saw a God in tears. Why would the Creator of "worlds without number" weep for us? The answer reveals the true heart of Zion.

Summary: In this deep dive into Moses 7, we witness the culmination of Enoch's ministry. We move from the "high mountain" of personal revelation to the "City of Holiness" that eventually ascended to God.

Building the City of Zion: We analyze the three pillars of Zion: being of "one heart and one mind," dwelling in "righteousness," and ensuring there are "no poor among them".

The Weeping God: We explore the stunning dialogue where Enoch asks God, "How is it that thou canst weep?". We learn that God’s sorrow stems from the agency of His children who "hate their own blood" and refuse His love.

The Perspective of Enoch: Like Enoch, we are invited to look beyond our own time. We discuss his vision of the Crucifixion, the Restoration, and the eventual return of Zion where "heaven and earth shall meet".

Divine Empathy: We discuss the "Mother Eve" connection and the "Mother Earth" who groans for her children, showing that all of creation yearns for the righteousness of Zion.

Call-to-Action: Zion is not just a place; it's a way of being. What is one thing you can do this week to move toward having "one heart" with those around you? Share your thoughts in the comments! To keep your faith "Unshaken" while we build Zion together, please like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell.

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

1:59 Joseph Smith Translation and Moses 7

7:26 Building Zion

12:47 Study of Moses 7

15:52 Conversations at Higher Elevations

19:37 Wickedness Spreads

26:29 Enoch's Faith, Power, & Language

31:16 Zion, City of Holiness

39:34 Visions of Wickedness

42:49 Satan's Laughter

48:01 Noah's Converts

49:55 A Weeping God

1:00:33 The Two Great Commandments

1:05:04 The Wickedness of the World

1:09:26 Sorry over Our Suffering

1:15:45 The Suffering of the Savior

1:18:14 Understanding God's Heart

1:22:11 The Flood

1:26:49 The Coming of Christ

1:29:38 Mother Earth

1:40:42 A Flood of Truth

1:49:23 Conclusion