1815: Mormon Polygamy Under Joseph Smith
Mormon Stories Podcast
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Polyandry as a Symbol of Power and Loyalty
The speakers explore the theory that Joseph Smith's polyandrous marriages were a display of power and loyalty, comparing it to other group leaders like David Koresh. They delve into the trauma Joseph experienced in Missouri and how marrying the wives of his enemies ensured their loyalty. They also discuss loyalists involved in polyandrous marriages and the TikTok analysis of a faith-affirming presentation on polyandry.
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