Jacob Hamblin — Divine Protection from Indian Attack

While traveling among the Native American tribes in Southern Utah, Jacob Hamblin found himself in a situation where he was surrounded by individuals who intended to kill him. Hamblin reported that he felt a distinct, powerful impression or divine intervention that prevented the violence from occurring. He interpreted this as a clear sign of God's protection and subsequently made a solemn vow that he would never shed the blood of an Indian, a commitment he maintained throughout his life as a missionary and peacemaker.

Fuller account of this event (in the witness’s own words):

I afterwards learned from the Indians that not one of our company was able to discharge his gun when within range of an Indian. It appeared evident to me that a special providence had been over us, in this and the two previous expeditions, to prevent us from shedding the blood of the Indians. The Holy Spirit forcibly impressed me that it was not my calling to shed the blood of the scattered remnant of Israel, but to be a messenger of peace to them. It was also made manifest to me that if I would not thirst for their blood, I should never fall by their hands.