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Joseph Smith, Jr. (December 23, 1805 - June 27, 1844) was an American religious leader and the founder of the Latter Day Saint movement, the predominant branch of which is Mormonism. At age twenty-four, Smith published the Book of Mormon, and in the next fourteen years he attracted thousands of followers, established cities and temples, and created a lasting religious culture.

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What was Joseph Smith's father's name?

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Is Joseph Smith mentioned in the Bible?

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Did Joseph smith junior have a middle name?

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When was The Joseph Smith Papers created?

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When did Joseph B. Smith die?

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