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Embrace Prophetic Imperfection
The myth of prophetic infallibility within the Latter-day Saint Church culture undermines a more accurate understanding of scriptural teachings. Adopting a healthier perspective involves recognizing that prophets and apostles can be weak, simple, error-prone, and sinful, as highlighted in Doctrine and Covenants section one. A concrete instance of this can be seen in the context of polygamy, where the Lord acknowledges Joseph's transgressions against Emma without requiring defense or condemnation, thus emphasizing the need for a nuanced view of prophetic actions.