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Doctrine & Covenants 6-9 Part 1 • Dr. Taunalyn Ford • February 3-9 • Come Follow Me

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Jan 29, 2025
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Dr. Taunalyn Ford
Join Dr. Taunalyn Ford, a historian focusing on the early history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, as she dives into Oliver Cowdery's influential role in the Book of Mormon's translation. They discuss the concept of recording divine reassurances and how both Joseph Smith and Emma navigated their faith. Dr. Ford emphasizes the power of personal narratives in spiritual growth and the ongoing relevance of revelation today. Her insights highlight the emotional and spiritual depths of early church experiences.
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ANECDOTE

Oliver's Vision

  • Oliver Cowdery, a schoolteacher, learned about Joseph Smith and the gold plates.
  • He prayed, received a vision confirming their truth, and became Joseph's scribe.
INSIGHT

Miraculous Timeline

  • The entire Book of Mormon translation, printing, and publication happened within a year.
  • This rapid progress highlights the miraculous nature of the work.
ANECDOTE

Translation Process

  • Joseph Smith used a seer stone in a hat to translate, not looking directly at the plates.
  • This process involved transcribing short text segments, read aloud and verified for accuracy.
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