Doctrine and Covenants 2 (D&C 2) Joseph Smith—History 1:27–65 Come Follow Me LDS The Angel Moroni visits Joseph Smith in 1823 to tell him about the Gold Plates. Maclane Heward joins Casey Griffiths to discuss the visit of Angel Moroni and D&C 2. In this conversation, Casey Griffiths and Maclane explore the significant themes surrounding Joseph Smith's experiences with Moroni, the role of resurrected beings in the restoration, and the implications of Moroni's messages. They discuss the prophecy regarding Joseph Smith's name, the physicality of the translation process, and the importance of family dynamics in Joseph's mission. Today's controversy surrounds Joseph Smith's money digging practice and his use of seer stones.