The Nauvoo Temple: A Joseph Smith Papers Podcast

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On April 4, 1999, President Gordon B. Hinckley stunned Latter-day Saints with an announcement that the Nauvoo Temple would be reconstructed. This episode considers what it means today to know that a temple once again stands in Nauvoo.

We describes the gradual return of the Latter-day Saints to Nauvoo, exploring the various efforts of churches and governments to designate the “City Beautiful” as a historic site. Guests: Alex Smith, Benjamin Pykles, Lachlan Mackay, Steven Olsen

This episode explains how the murder of Joseph and Hyrum Smith coupled with hostility towards the Saints affected the construction and dedication of the Nauvoo Temple and forced the Saints to prepare to leave the city—possibly even the country.

This podcast explores Joseph Smith's preparations for temple ordinances in Nauvoo, including sealings, endowments, and celestial marriage. It delves into the challenges of implementing spiritual ordinances, the evolution of the temple ceremony, the connections between Freemasonry and the Relief Society, and the founding of the Female Relief Society of Nauvoo.

In this podcast, expert Jeffrey Mahas and historian Elizabeth Kuehn discuss how tithing helped impoverished Latter-day Saints build the Nauvoo Temple. They explore the obstacles faced, including financial struggles and legal threats, and highlight the perseverance of Joseph Smith and the Saints in overcoming challenges. The evolution of tithing practices, labor contributions, and triumphs in Nauvoo are also discussed, showcasing the dedication and resilience of the community.

Experts Alex Baugh and Brett Dowdle discuss Joseph Smith's revelations on proxy baptisms and the impact of apostolic missions to Great Britain. They highlight the importance of baptism for the dead, the construction of the Nauvoo Temple, and the evolution of proxy baptism practices within the Latter-day Saints community.

Experts Brent Rogers, Matthew McBride, and Alex Smith discuss the significance of temples in early Church communities, the unique architectural design of the Nauvoo Temple, and the community efforts in quarrying and timber sourcing for its construction, showcasing the challenges and dedication of early Latter-day Saints.

Experts Brent Rogers, Matthew Godfrey, and Alex Smith discuss the origins of the Nauvoo Temple, persecution in Missouri, refuge in Quincy, challenges of early settlers in Nauvoo, and the vision for the thriving port city Joseph Smith envisioned.