Church History Matters 070 The Fate of the Persecutors of the Prophet Joseph Smith
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Jul 2, 2024 The podcast explores the fates of those involved in the persecution of Joseph Smith, questioning the accuracy of morbid stories of divine retribution. It delves into the lack of justice for the murders of Joseph and Hyrum Smith, highlighting discrepancies between popular tales and historical facts. Stories of tragic ends for some persecutors are contrasted with the normal lives led by others, sparking reflection on the impact of these events.
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Gruesome Fates
- N. B. Lundwall's book, "Fate of the Persecutors of the Prophet Joseph Smith," details gruesome fates of Joseph Smith's killers.
- These include tales of rotting flesh, worms, and eyeballs falling out, fulfilling Joseph's prophecy of tormentors being "smitten with the scab."
True Story vs. Sensationalism
- While entertaining, the gruesome stories in Lundwall's book lack historical credibility.
- The real story, documented by Dallin H. Oaks and Marvin S. Hill, is less sensational but factually sound.
No Convictions
- Despite public outcry and identifiable perpetrators, no one was convicted for Joseph and Hyrum's murders.
- Factors like the disappearance of key suspects and the exclusion of Latter-day Saints from the jury hindered justice.