Jacob 7:4 And he was learned, that he had a perfect knowledge of the language of the people; wherefore, he could use much flattery, and much power of speech, according to the power of the devil.
Sherem came to argue with Jacob about wheth Christ would come or not and Jacob makes a point to highlight Sherem's learning. This makes me wonder whether they had organized education or if it was just parents teaching their children. I wonder if Jacob considered himself learned. He could after all, inscribe his commentary into the Book of Mormon.
7:7 And ye have led away much of this people that they pervert the right way of God, and keep not the law of Moses which is the right way.
Sherem wants them to adhere to the law of Moses, implying that (a) he didn't think they were and (b) the law of Moses was pleasing unto the people. That's a very interesting thought, that the law of Moses in all it's strictness could be easier to live with than the belief in Christ.
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