Madsen, noted scholar and speaker, presents a fascinating history of the prophet joseph smith, the first prophet of the restoration. Madsen is a philosopher, essayist, teacher and biographer. Lds book lovers concordance of the doctrinal statements of the prophet joseph smith by truman g. Simply put, this latest look at joseph smith the prophet is a compendium of. The revelations poured out upon joseph smith affirm. December 23, 1805 june 27, 1844 was an american religious leader and founder of mormonism and the latter day saint movement. He was a prolific author, a recognized authority on joseph smith. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading joseph smith the prophet. Evans chair of christian understanding at brigham young university when this.
Here is an excellent opportunity to view historically another incident that gives insight to what joseph smith was like. This one the product of truman madsen s deep love for the subject and years of research illuminates specific facets of joseph smith s greatness. Evans endowed professor and byu professor of philosophy. Smith is the author of several works of scripture, and several personal histories, letters, and other writings. This is the first in a video series of his lectures i plan to make as long as i. He offers deep insights into the life of this great man, adding his own witness of joseph smiths calling. This is the first in a video series of his lectures i plan to make as long as i have the free time to do so. There is a question and answer period after the lecture. He was a prolific author, a recognized authority on joseph smith, and a. There have also been several biographies written about him. This one the result of truman madsen s deep love for the prophet and years of research illuminates specific facets of joseph smiths greatness, and is now enhanced with beautiful illustrations from wellknown lds artists. Many of you have had the opportunity to read some of his writings or to hear some of the tapes about the life of the prophet joseph.
The wild enthusiasm and the many denominations present confused smith and he was uncertain of what to believe. Sep 11, 2008 i thoroughly enjoyed this book aimed at the believer. Anyway, its time for another dose of truman madsen. Madsen the eternal christ a savior is born episode 1 full. It talks about his personality, talents, and characteristics, as well as some of his spiritual gifts.
A read is counted each time someone views a publication summary such as the title, abstract, and list of authors, clicks on a figure, or views or downloads the fulltext. Concordance of the doctrinal statements of the prophet joseph. Joseph smith was born on december 23, 1805 in sharon, vermont. Like many, i loved listening cassette tapes to the lectures on joseph smith by truman g. Evans endowed professor and byu professor of philosophy august 24, 1978. Joseph smith as teacher, speaker, and counselor truman g. He is able to keep the attention of his audience by being dramatic and outgoing in his delivery. My thoughts below, followed by notes on a number of portions of the book that struck me particularly. Brother joseph fielding was present, having been absent four years on a mission to england. It also discusses some of the major events in his life the first vision, the kirtland temple, and then the martyrdom. Jan 31, 2012 joseph smith on gratitude lds church quotes posted on january 31, 2012 by ldschurchquotes january 31, 2012 if you will thank the lord with all your heart, every night, for all the blessings of that day. We invite you to come and learn more about the prophet joseph smith. When he was 24, smith published the book of mormon. He offers deep insights into the life of this great man, adding his own.
Ehat, a native of san francisco, california, is a convert to the church and served a mission in the gulf states mission. Madsen did a series of 8 lectures called joseph smith the prophet. This one the result of truman madsens deep love for the prophet and years of research illuminates specific facets of joseph smiths greatness, and is now enhanced with beautiful illustrations from wellknown lds artists. He offers deep insights into the life of this great man, adding his own witness of joseph smith.
These works cover joseph smith s his life, legacy, and teachings. It was clear, in my mind, that joseph had been prepared to become the prophet of the restoration. Madsen few comprehend the full meaning of temple endowment lds church quotes posted on december 6, 2015 by ldschurchquotes december 6, 2015 president mckay asked for a million dollars from the local saints, and had pledge cards before the meeting was over for that amount, plus. Madsen the eternal christ a savior is born episode 1 full episode duration.
The words of joseph smith the contemporary accounts of the. Madsen has 42 books on goodreads with 8763 ratings. Brother madsen uses the prophet joseph smith as a model for understanding and appreciating our attempt to commune with the lord. His lecture series, joseph smith the prophet, was delivered at byus 1978 education week. Important doctrinal discourses of the prophet joseph smith. Madsen presents a fascinating history of the first prophet of the restoration. Later revelation to joseph smith gave the church its name. Interview with emma smith by joseph smith iii, feb. He is emeritus professor of philosophy at brigham young university, and was director of the jerusalem center for near eastern studies in jerusalem. Too often we think of obedience as the passive and thoughtless following of the orders or dictates of a higher authority. The prophet s uncle john smith stated, the prophet joseph stood even six feet high in his stocking feet and weighed 212 pounds. Actually, at its best, obedience is an emblem of our faith in the wisdom and power of the highest authority. A small pack of the attackers stormed up the stairs and swiftly fired shots into the secondfloor cell that housed the mormon prophet, joseph smith, his brother hyrum, and his friends john taylor. Oct 09, 2012 the language sounds so very much like the language of joseph smith.
Joseph smith the prophet kindle edition by madsen, truman g download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The topics discussed include joseph smiths first vision. Madsen, joseph smith author, lecturer, and philosopher about the author andrew f. I spent the day in the council with the twelve apostles at the house of president young, conversing with them upon a variety of subjects.
It has been accepted for inclusion in byu studies quarterly by an authorized editor of byu scholarsarchive. Madsen byuidaho devotional october 26, 2004 introduction president david a. When he was a child his family moved to palmyra in western new york where there was a lot of revivalism and religious fervor due to the second great awakening. The audio tape here is the version given to the kaneohe stake in 1974. What explains mormonism is that joseph smith at his greatest, as a prophet, was not merely joseph smith. The speaker draws on the prophet s teachings and illustrations from his life. It is not history, although cast into a loosely chronological set of thematic chapters. Bednar brothers and sisters, we are in for a spiritual treat today, as well be taught by brother truman madsen. Important doctrinal discourses of the prophet joseph smith during the nauvoo period historical note in the latter part of april, joseph smith and those who w ere incarcerated with him escaped from the prison in which they were held for mor e than six m onths in mis souri. This cd, joseph smith, the prophet, a discussion given by truman g. This one the result of truman madsen s deep love for the prophet and years of research illuminates specific facets. I appreciated truman madsen s testimony of the prophet joseph smith. He offers deep insights into the life of this great man, adding his own witness as.
The testimony of the prophet joseph smith about the savior jesus christ and about the church of jesus christ of latterday saints needs to be considered seriously and prayerfully by all who want to receive a testimony of the truth revealed directly from god. Seer, translator, revelator, and prophet alexander l. Hyrum smith stood five feet eleven and a half inches high and they weighed in the same notch, varying from 210 to 212 pounds salt lake herald, january 12, 1895. Buy a cheap copy of joseph smith the prophet book by truman g.
Joseph smith also received a revelation in 1833 outlining a code of health called the word of wisdom. His knowledge and appreciation for joseph smith brings his discussion alive. The nook book ebook of the joseph smith the prophet by truman g. Joseph smith the prophet kindle edition by madsen, truman g. Madsen s most popular book is joseph smith the prophet. For decades, latterday saints were enlightened, instructed, and inspired by the messages and testimony of truman g. Truman madsen s book is not biography, though it touches upon aspects of joseph smith s character and personality. Truman madsen on joseph smiths early life, first vision, and life in the. This one the result of truman madsen s deep love for the prophet and years of research illuminates specific facets of joseph smiths greatness, and is now. Madsen gave a talk at byu in 2005 entitled joseph smith and the last charge.
Using quotes and stories from those who personally knew joseph smith, truman madsen describes the prophets personality and character. Truman grant madsen december 1926 28 may 2009 was an emeritus professor of religion and philosophy at brigham young university and director of the brigham young university jerusalem center for near eastern studies. General conference of the church of jesus christ 91,774 views 17. Years ago i prepared a paper titled joseph smith among the prophets. Joseph smith the prophet audio in audiobooks ldsbookstore. Madsen explores various facets of joseph smith s life, finding compelling evidence in joseph s character, intellect, and accomplishments that this was no ordinary man. Truman madsen on joseph smiths early life, first vision, and life in the aftermath, including lessons, experiences, and. Nor is it primarily a collection of the prophet s ideas, despite numerous quotations from his discourses and writings. Truman madsens talk starts about 10 minutes into the.
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