
Church History Matters
014 Plural Marriage Troubles (part 1): John C. Bennett, Hyrum Smith, & Emma
Jun 6, 2023
Explore the complexities of Joseph Smith's practice of plural marriage in Nauvoo as John C. Bennett's exposure, Hyrum Smith's opposition, and Emma Smith's struggles come to light. Learn about Bennett's illicit affairs, Hyrum's changing views, and Emma's turmoil with the concept of plural marriage. Dive into the challenges faced by these historical figures in this engaging podcast episode.
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- John C. Bennett's defamatory actions impacted Joseph's plural marriage practice.
- Hyrum Smith transformed from opposition to acceptance of plural marriage.
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John C. Bennett's Influence and Downfall
John C. Bennett, a gifted convert to Nauvoo, ascended to a key leadership position before his secret practice of spiritual wifery, akin to illicit adultery, was exposed. His defamatory actions directly impacted Joseph's practice of plural marriage. Hiram Smith, initially opposed to polygamy, underwent a transformative moment due to his opposition. Emma Smith, Joseph's wife, struggled with the concept of plural marriage, leading to tensions in their marriage.
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