The sons of Levi, as referenced in the Book of Mormon, are mentioned in a prophecy quoted by Jesus Christ during His visit to the Promised Land after His resurrection. This prophecy originates from Malachi in the Old Testament, and Christ reaffirms its future fulfillment to the Nephites recorded in 3 Nephi 24:3. The passage states, “And he shall sit as a refiner and purifier of silver; and he shall purify the sons of Levi, and purge them as gold and silver, that they may offer unto the Lord an offering in righteousness.” The prophecy foretells a time when the Lord will purify the sons of Levi, a term that traditionally refers to the descendants of Levi, one of the twelve sons of Jacob. These descendants were set apart in ancient Israel for priestly duties. The refining process alluded to in the Book of Mormon mirrors the purification and redemption process the Lord will orchestrate, ensuring that offerings and service to God are done in righteousness. The context within the Nephite record emphasizes the importance of spiritual refinement and the preparation necessary for the Second Coming of Jesus Christ. The sons of Levi symbolize a group that, after being purified, will perform sacred ordinances and offer righteous sacrifices before the Lord, indicative of their cleansed and sanctified state.