Keystone Ep. 23: BYU prof. unpacks radical truths of King Follett Discourse
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Dec 9, 2024 In this engaging discussion, BYU professor Casey Paul Griffiths, an expert in church history and co-host of the Church History Matters podcast, unpacks the controversial King Follett Discourse. Listeners dive into Joseph Smith's radical claims about God's humanity and the implications for Latter-day Saint beliefs. Griffiths also explores the relationship between divine nature and humanity, the impact of fatherhood on spiritual understanding, and challenges to traditional doctrines. Prepare for thought-provoking insights that challenge preconceived notions of faith!
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King Follett Discourse Overview
- Joseph Smith's King Follett discourse, delivered shortly before his death, is considered the peak of his teachings.
- It focuses on human potential in eternity, sparked by King Follett's accidental death.
Exaltation and Becoming Like God
- The King Follett discourse explores exaltation and becoming like God.
- This wasn't the first time Latter-day Saints heard this doctrine, but Joseph Smith's sermon organized these ideas.
Reading the Original Documents
- The common version of the King Follett sermon is an amalgamation of four different accounts.
- Read all four original accounts for a complete understanding, available on the Joseph Smith Papers website.