1 Nephi 8:5

5  And it came to pass that I saw a ^aman, and he was dressed in a white ^brobe; and he came and stood before me.

            -what a relief this must have been for Lehi who found himself in foreign and unhospitable conditions.

            -as we find ourselves in dark and dreary places -whether those are physical, emotional or spiritual places- one of the tender mercies of God is the presence of others.  We do not walk through this life alone.  At the very least we each have a mother with whom we have a personal champion.  This is the worst case scenario.  Most of us have many more including both parents, siblings and extended family.  Even if these all fail, and we have the protection of the church around us, we have men who seek us out, provide direction and protection.  That is the blessing and responsibility of the priesthood.  Who was the "man" who came to provide direction and some sense of security to Lehi?

 

     "white robe"

            -so often this is indicative of a heavenly messenger.  It is a sign of a holy or pure messenger.  It may also provide a link to the temple.