When the Church released photos of the brown seer stone that was owned and used by Joseph Smith, the news ignited a firestorm of curiosity and controversy. People wanted more information and wondered why they hadn't been aware of the stone's existence. This book discusses the origins of Joseph Smith's seer stones and explores how Joseph used them throughout his life in a way that goes beyond translating the Book of Mormon. It also traces the provenance of his stones once they left his possessions. The authors examine how the Book of Mormon itself provides a storyline about the history of seer stones and how this helped Joseph Smith learn about his own prophetic gifts.

Joseph Smith's Seer Stones

Nicholas J. Frederick

MIchael Hubbard Mackay

Deseret Book and RSC BYU

This collection of essays from the 45th annual Brigham Young University Sidney B. Sperry Symposium offers a strong foundation for a deeper understanding of the Restoration. The keynote address by Robert L. Millet highlights the restoration of plain and precious truths. Readers will learn about how we understand LDS history and doctrine, about the beliefs declared in the Articles of Faith and how we apply their truths, about the development of temples and temple ordinances, and about the restoration of true Sabbath worship. Also included are chapters on the historical development of sustaining members of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve as prophets, seers, and revelators;and the harmony and counsel needed in their declaring doctrine and making administrative decisions.

Foundations of the Restoration: 45th Annual Brigham Young University Sidney B. Sperry Symposium

Craig James Ostler

In the nineteenth century, Hansen's disease, more commonly known as leprosy, spread through the Hawaiian Islands, causing the king of Hawaii to sanction an act that exiled all people afflicted with this disease to Kalaupapa, a peninsula on the island of Moloka'i. Kalaupapa was separated from the rest of the world, with sheer cliffs on one side, the ocean on the other three, and limited contact with anyone, even loved ones. In Kalaupapa, the author delves into the untold history of Kalaupapa and its inhabitants, recounting the patients' experience on the peninsula and emphasizing the Mormon connection to it. By so doing, he brings to light inspiring stories of love, courage, sacrifice, and community.

Kalaupapa: The Mormon Experience in an Exiled Community

Fred E. Woods

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Joseph Smith's Seer Stones

Foundations of the Restoration: 45th Annual Brigham Young University Sidney B. Sperry Symposium

Kalaupapa: The Mormon Experience in an Exiled Community