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Orson Pratt

Apostle who wrote a pamphlet on Joseph Smith's First Vision narrative in 1840.

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Mar 21, 2023 • 45min

003 How Did Orson Pratt Influence Joseph Smith’s 1842 First Vision Narrative?

Orson Pratt, apostle and pamphlet writer, heavily influenced Joseph Smith's 1842 First Vision narrative. Pratt's language from a 1840 pamphlet used by Smith in 1842 Wentworth Letter. Also, influenced Orson Hyde's telling in Germany. Show explores evolution and personal nature of different First Vision accounts, highlighting Pratt's impact on Smith's retelling.