The Joseph Smith Papers
Documentary • 2009
Overview
The papers include the earliest of the foundational documents of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The papers also provide insights from Joseph through his correspondence, journals, discourses, and business dealings.
Joseph's Roots
Historians set the stage for Joseph Smith Jr.'s early years in New Hampshire and Vermont.
Joseph's America
Review the remarkable parallels between a young nation and its newest religion as they each struggled to develop their identity and destiny.
Palmyra
Palmyra is where young Joseph Smith and his family found themselves scraping to buy a farm, building a home, and then losing it all.
First Vision Beginnings
Hear the four versions of the First Vision given by the Prophet.
Four Accounts
Study Joseph's four accounts of the First Vision and the context that helps clarify the variations.
The Coming Forth of the Book of Mormon
Review the remarkable relationship between Joseph and the angel Moroni.
Harmony
Harmony is a story of miracles that would become the foundation for the restoration of the Church of Jesus Christ in the latter-days.
Priesthood
Review the remarkable events surrounding the restoration of the priesthood and pinpoint the appearance of the three ancient apostles.
The Papers People--Part 1
Meet five of the scholars whose work is central to compiling a complete and accurate documentary of Joseph Smith.
The Papers People--Part 2
Survey the complete process of gathering, scrutinizing, and organizing documents for publication.
The Translation of the Book of Mormon
Explore portions of the original manuscripts of the Book of Mormon and study the remarkable principles and questions that continue to surface.
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