2 Nephi 9:1

And now, my beloved brethren, I have read these things that ye might know concerning the covenants of the Lord; that he hath covenanted with all the House of Israel;

I, Jacob, have read these things so you might know about the Lord’s promises. He has made promises with all the people of Israel.

Now, my dear friends, I’ve read you these prophecies so you’d understand the promises God made to Israel—