The Cycle

Cycles are used to describe many things. The cycle of life, geographical cycles, climate cycles and so on. However, I will focus on one very important cycle: the pride cycle. The pride cycle can be identified throughout the Book of Mormon. In Helaman we read a little about the pride cycle: "And it came to pass...that they did wax stronger and stronger in their pride, and in their wickedness; and thus they were ripening again for destruction." (Helaman 11: 37) After a person has become prideful they often fall into sin and wickedness which ultimately leads to destruction. At that point, depending on the type of person, one continues in their pride, wickedness and sorrow or they humble themselves, repent and are happy. Nonetheless, all of this can be avoided. Pride is a common result of prosperity in wealth, knowledge or many other areas. Rather than becoming prideful, we can humble ourselves and thank God for our prosperity. In this way the pride, wickedness and destruction is averted and instead we continue in humility, repentance and happiness.