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Joseph Smith, The Rise and Fall of an American Prophet
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This biography of Joseph Smith examines the life of the Mormon prophet, from his humble beginnings to his rise as a religious leader and his eventual death.
It explores the influences that shaped his beliefs, the controversies that surrounded his teachings, and the impact he had on the development of Mormonism.
The book also examines the social and political context in which Smith lived, and the challenges he faced as he sought to establish a new religious movement.
It also delves into his complex personality, exploring his strengths and weaknesses, his charisma and his flaws.
Turner's biography is a comprehensive and nuanced account of one of the most fascinating and controversial figures in American religious history.
It explores the influences that shaped his beliefs, the controversies that surrounded his teachings, and the impact he had on the development of Mormonism.
The book also examines the social and political context in which Smith lived, and the challenges he faced as he sought to establish a new religious movement.
It also delves into his complex personality, exploring his strengths and weaknesses, his charisma and his flaws.
Turner's biography is a comprehensive and nuanced account of one of the most fascinating and controversial figures in American religious history.
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Recommended by John DeLynn , who encourages listeners to purchase it and help it become a New York Times bestseller.
Did Joseph Smith Use Golden Plates to Translate the Book of Mormon? - John Turner Pt. 4 | Ep. 2030
Recommended by Al Zambone as a tremendous page turner that describes Joseph Smith as absolutely typical of his times.
Joseph Smith: The Rise and Fall of an American Prophet, with John G. Turner
Discussed throughout the episode, with John Turner sharing insights from the book.
Book of Mormon: Historical or 19th Century Text? - John Turner Pt. 6 | Ep. 2037
