Study and Faith
Late Appearance of First Vision Accounts with Dr. Steven C. Harper
May 27, 2024
Dr. Steven C. Harper, an expert on late accounts of the First Vision, discusses why Joseph Fielding Smith may have hidden one of the accounts. Topics include who Joseph shared the vision with, overcoming bias, and the delayed disclosure of the vision. The discussion also explores the complexities of interpreting historical events and the challenges of reconciling new information with existing beliefs.
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- Joseph Smith delayed sharing the First Vision, sparking historical scrutiny.
- Critical evaluation of historical silence emphasizes caution in drawing conclusions.
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Historical Accounts of the First Vision
The podcast delves into the late appearances of the First Vision, highlighting that Joseph Smith did not share the vision until years later, as indicated in the CES Letter. The episode discusses the significance of the initial discrepancy between the different accounts of the First Vision and the interpretations drawn from these historical records.
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