My Mormon Bishop Dad was Excommunicated for Polygamy - Laurel Hell | Ep. 2038
Mormon Stories Podcast
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The Complexity of Joseph Smith: Psychology and Polygamy
This chapter investigates the psychological profile of Joseph Smith, focusing on potential mood disorders shaped by personal tragedies and their impact on his leadership and writings. It further explores the controversial practice of polygamy in early Mormonism, including its implications for Smith and Brigham Young's legacy. The discussion extends to modern reinterpretations of these historical practices and their influence on contemporary beliefs within offshoot groups of the faith.
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