Scripture Central Doctrine and Covenants 23-26 | March 17-23 | Come Follow Church History with Lynne Hilton Wilson
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Mar 10, 2025 Mark Staker, an expert on Emma Smith from the Church History Department, dives into the fascinating life of Joseph Smith's wife. He highlights her crucial role in church history, from her pioneering spirit to her contributions to religious leadership. The discussion also reveals the couple's romantic beginnings and the peculiar circumstances of their marriage. Staker explores Emma's resilience amid adversity and financial struggles, her role as a scribe in sacred translation, and her influence on the early Latter-day Saint movement.
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A Birthday Revelation?
- Lynne suggests Emma's revelation in D&C 25 may be a birthday gift, as it was received around her birthday.
- Mark agrees it's a delightful perspective, adding it's an important time as she prepares for her future church role.
An Early Patriarchal Blessing?
- Carol Cornwall Madsen suggests D&C 25 acts like Emma's patriarchal blessing, predating the church's formal establishment of patriarchs.
- Mark notes it applies beyond Emma, offering guidance for all church members.
Women Preachers
- Emma is called to expound scriptures and exhort the church, a significant departure from traditional Christian practices limiting women preachers.
- This revelation to Joseph signals a dramatic shift in religious authority in 1830.