039 Are Criticisms of the Book of Mormon Witnesses Defensible?
Church History Matters
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The Discontent of Stephen Burnett
The chapter explores a letter written by Stephen Burnett to Lyman Johnson criticizing Joseph Smith and Sidney Rigdon, accusing them of deceit and financial losses during the tumultuous Kirtland period in 1838. Burnett's disappointment and disillusionment with key figures in the Mormon movement shed light on the challenges faced by the early church leaders. The episode delves into the betrayal and skepticism from former associates like Burnett, revealing the internal strife and opposition within the early Mormon community.
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