The Life of Joseph Smith, the Prophet by George Q. Cannon
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| Author | Cannon, George Q. (George Quayle), 1827-1901 |
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| Title | The Life of Joseph Smith, the Prophet |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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Produced by the Mormon Texts Project (MormonTextsProject.org), with thanks to Katie Liston and David Cramer |
| Summary | "The Life of Joseph Smith, the Prophet" by George Q. Cannon is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the life of Joseph Smith, founder of the Latter-day Saint movement, detailing his early experiences, revelations, and the trials he faced in his quest to restore the Gospel. It serves both as a testament to Smith's character and a historical narrative of the events surrounding the establishment of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The opening of the work sets the stage for an exploration of Joseph Smith’s life, emphasizing his humble beginnings and the profound spiritual experiences that shaped his mission. The preface speaks to the enduring legacy of Smith and his brother Hyrum, highlighting their martyrdom and the misconceptions surrounding them. As the narrative progresses, it introduces key themes such as the religious fervor of the early 19th century, the significant challenges faced by Smith and his family, and the divine revelations that directed the foundation of his faith. The beginning presents a compelling invitation to understand Smith’s struggles and triumphs as he sought to fulfill his divine calling amidst societal persecution. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements |
| Subject | Latter Day Saints -- Biography |
| Subject | Smith, Joseph, Jr., 1805-1844 |
| Subject | Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints -- Presidents -- Biography |
| Subject | Latter Day Saint churches -- Presidents -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 59970 |
| Release Date | Jul 23, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 78 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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