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Joseph Smith
Joseph Smith was the founder of the Latter Day Saints or Mormon religion. He is considered a prophet by the members of the Mormon church. Questions regarding Joseph Smith can be directed here.
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No, though his formal education was only equivalent to that of a 3rd grade education, he was able to read, write, and even learned Hebrew before his death.
Did Explorers Joseph Wild James Vaughan and Charles Throsby Smith find the location of canberra?
Check out the 1931 Yearbook of Australia from the ABS - it tells the whole story.
Wasn't joseph smith a tax evader?
Joseph Smith was never found guilty of being a tax evader. Joseph Smith believed and taught his people to obey the laws of the land, including paying taxes. He said:
"We believe in being subject to kings, presidents, rulers, and magistrates in obeying, honoring, and sustaining the law."
When did Joseph Smith established the Mormon church in New York?
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly called the "Mormon" church) was officially established on April 6, 1830 in upstate New York by Joseph Smith, Jr.
Where was joseph smith upstate farm located?
Palmyra, New York was were the Smith farm was located. The town is 20.6 miles east of Rochester, N.Y.
The Smith family moved to Palmyra, New York in the summer of 1816.
(Footnote: "The date of Mr. Smith's departure for Palmyra may be given as the summer of 1816. (History of Joseph Smith by his Mother, Lucy Smith, page 60))
Joseph would have been 11 years old.
(Footnote: "It is believed that the Smith family purchased and settled on their farm during the spring or summer of 1818. (History of Joseph Smith by his Mother, Lucy Smith, page 64.))
Joseph would have been 13 years old.
Note: Erie Canal: Moving to Palmyra, N.Y. was a good decision for the Smith family, especially after 2 years of crop failure. New York state began construction of the Erie Canal in the year 1817, which provided jobs for anyone along the canal's route. Palmyra was one of those canal towns.
Note: Tambora Volcanic Eruption of 1815: Tambora's 1815 outburst was the largest volcanic eruption in recorded history. It was so bad that the volcanic ash from the eruption created global climate anomalies that included the phenomenon known as "volcanic winter": 1816 became known as the "Year Without a Summer" because of the effect on North American and European weather. Agricultural crops failed and livestock died in much of the Northern Hemisphere, resulting in the worst famine of the 19th century.
Did a type of lizard tell Joseph smith the location of the golden tablets?
Um... no, that's probably the weirdest rumor about the LDS church I've ever heard.
An angel named Moroni, the prophet who hid the gold plates before he died, told Joseph Smith where they were.
There is the case of the "Salamander letters", created by con man Mark Hoffman, which letters were allegedly written by Joseph Smith and purported to identify that Moroni had come in the form of a salamander to visit Joseph Smith. However, the Salamander letters were later proven to be forged.
When was Joseph Smith matyred?
Joseph Smith was shot and killed June 27, 1844 at about 5 p.m at the Carthage Jail in Carthage, Illinois.
Was Joseph smith a cult leader?
Joseph Smith was a religious leader. Whether or not you believe that the religion he lead or that all religious are cult-like is your opinion.
What were Joseph Smith's personal goals?
The founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints was a zealous promoter of the new faith. His personal goals involved finding a peaceful place for his people to grow and practice Mormonism. Sadly, he died before he saw that occur.
Did Joseph smith junior have a middle name?
No, Joseph Smith, Jr. did not have a middle name. His full name is simply Joseph Smith, Jr.
In reality members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (aka Mormons) are a very diverse group from many areas and backgrounds. They are not perfect and their teachings do not encourage them to believe that. So part of the "aire of superiority and self righteousness" you are asking about simply amounts to people generalizing experiences they have had and applying it prejudicially to an entire group.
Another part of what you are asking about is actually intolerance. There is a growing number of people who feel that if you disagree with them then you must also look down upon them. They leave no room for any middle ground. Latter-day Saints are often very devout people and so when the two groups meet then if both of them are not careful then there is frequently conflicts.
Having been a nearly life-long faithful member of the LDS church and later leaving, in retrospect I see that doctrines I was taught from childhood gave me an air of arrogance. For instance we are taught we have the only true religion, we are chosen (over non-members by God), and that we can receive personal revelation that is often used to judge others "righteously". This is common within many religions however, Mormons are a close-knit group who have been taught they are persecuted. This for many of us made us feel we had the right to dismiss others. In the temple we are taught we are going to become Gods of our own worlds and Kings and Priestesses to rule over others including those who didn't accept our beliefs. Of course for a true believing Mormon this all makes sense and we are self-justified but also justified by those around us in church, and by our leaders who take exhaled positions and status over members. Mormons are good people in general. However, almost without exception those who learn it is a cult--look back on their self righteousness and judgment of others with shame. I have provided the non-glossy true version no active Mormon would ever admit unfortunately.
Did Joseph Smith lead the Mormons to Utah?
No, he didn't. Although the he called himself a prophet Joseph Smith prophesied the Church would eventually have to move to the Rocky Mountains to find peace, he was murdered before the move was carried out. The murder was directly tied to his claim that God condoned polygamy. Brigham Young lead the majority of the members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to Salt Lake City two years after the death of Joseph Smith. Those who remained in the Midwest began a new denomination called the Community of Christ.
Who took over the Mormons after Joesph Smith was killed?
Brigham Young became a leader of the Mormoms and led the religious group to settle in Salt Lake City. Utah was not yet a US State. In 1848, Utah was ceded to the USA from Mexico.
What do you call judging people by their religion?
Judging people by their religion is called religious discrimination. This involves treating individuals unfairly or making assumptions about them based on their religious beliefs.
Who is John Smith and M ormanism?
John Smith had nothing to do with Mormonism. Perhaps you are thinking of Joseph Smith, who founded Mormonism, and whom Mormons consider to be a prophet.
Where was Mormon leader Joseph smith murdered?
Joseph Smith and his brother Hyrum were murdered while awaiting trail in the jail at Carthage, Illinois. A large, armed anti-Mormon mob stormed the jail, shooting into the upstairs bedroom where a handful of Mormon leaders, including Joseph and Hyrum, were staying. The trial was regarding Joseph (as governor of Nauvoo) ordering an anti-Mormon newspaper to cease publication in order to preserve the public peace.
Who found the Mormon church and who led them to Utah?
Joseph Smith, Jr. organized the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly called the "Mormon" Church) under the direction of Jesus Christ. After he was murdered, Brigham Young lead the majority of Church members to Utah and was there named the second president and prophet of the Church.
Who led the mormom church after the murfer of Joseph smith?
As of 2009, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly called the "Mormon" Church) is lead by Thomas S. Monson. He is President of the Church. He has two counselors, Dieter F. Uchtdorf and Henry B. Eyring. The Quorum of the Twelve Apostles assist them. The current 12 Apostles are: Boyd K. Packer, L. Tom Perry, Russell M. Nelson, Dallin H. Oaks, M. Russell Ballard, Richard G. Scott, Robert D. Hales, Jeffery R. Holland, David A. Bednar, Quentin L. Cook, D. Todd Christofferson, and Neil L. Anderson.
These fifteen men are sustained by the membership of the Church as prophets, seers and revelators. They speak to the general membership twice a year in a semi-annual general conference which is broadcast via satellite from the Conference Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.
If you'd like to learn more about each of these men, visit:
http://newsroom.lds.org/ldsnewsroom/eng/background-information
then click on "Leader's Biographies"
Why Were the murderers of Joseph Smith traveling with the Donner Party?
There has never been any definitive proof that any of those who participated in the assassination of Joseph Smith found their way into the doomed Donner Party. The men who participated in the prophet's martyrdom called themselves the Carthage Grays. It may never be known who actually fired the shots that killed Joseph and his brother, Hyrum; the shots were fired both from the stairway immediately outside the room where they were staying, and from the grounds below the window of that room.
There have been stories over the years that some members of the Grays made their way west, but no documentation exists that any of the Donner Party were members of that mob.
When did Joseph smith write the articles of faith?
In 1842, John Wentworth, an editor of a newspaper, requested a summary of the basic teachings of the Church. Joseph wrote what would later become the Articles of Faith in response to that request.
