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Rough Stone Rolling
A Biography of Joseph Smith
Book • 2023
Richard Lyman Bushman's "Rough Stone Rolling" offers a detailed and insightful biography of Joseph Smith, the founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
The book delves into Smith's life, exploring his religious experiences, his leadership of the early church, and the controversies surrounding his life and teachings.
Bushman presents a balanced and nuanced portrayal of Smith, acknowledging both his strengths and weaknesses.
The book is considered a significant contribution to the historical understanding of Mormonism and its founder.
It challenges traditional narratives and encourages critical engagement with the historical record.
Bushman's work has been praised for its scholarly rigor and its accessibility to a broad audience.
The book delves into Smith's life, exploring his religious experiences, his leadership of the early church, and the controversies surrounding his life and teachings.
Bushman presents a balanced and nuanced portrayal of Smith, acknowledging both his strengths and weaknesses.
The book is considered a significant contribution to the historical understanding of Mormonism and its founder.
It challenges traditional narratives and encourages critical engagement with the historical record.
Bushman's work has been praised for its scholarly rigor and its accessibility to a broad audience.
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Mentioned by Dr. J.B. Haws while discussing the independence of the voice in the revelations from Joseph Smith.
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Doctrine & Covenants Section 1 Part 1 • Dr. J.B. Haws • January 6 - January 12 • Come Follow Me
Mentioned by Dr. J.B. Haws , referencing a letter Bushman wrote after publishing his biography of Joseph Smith.
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Doctrine & Covenants Section 1 Part 2 • Dr. J.B. Haws • January 6 - January 12 • Come Follow Me
Mentioned by John DeLynn as a book that people would say is more apologetic than they would want for a scholar.
The Joseph Smith Podcast: Family, Faith, & Folklore - w/ Dr. John Turner Ep. 01 | Ep. 2023
Mentioned by Ross Martin while discussing his faith crisis and his search for truth within the LDS Church.
A Mormon Military Story w/ Army Ranger Ross “Marty” Martin | Ep. 1977
