Truman Madsen speaks on Joseph Smith’s early life, First Vision, and life in the aftermath, including lessons, experiences, and consequences. Click here to view the speech page. 

Truman Madsen speaks on Joseph Smith&rsquo;s early life, First Vision, and life in the aftermath, including lessons, experiences, and consequences. <a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/truman-g-madsen/joseph-smith-first-vision-its-aftermath/">Click here</a> to view the speech page.&nbsp;

The impact of Joseph Smith’s life has been debated for decades. Listen as prophets, apostles, professors, and historians discuss the life of Joseph Smith and add their personal witnesses that he was God’s servant. This unique account commemorates the 174th anniversary of the Prophet’s martyrdom.

Joseph Smith: BYU Speeches

Joseph Smith Lecture 1: The First Vision and Its Aftermath | Truman G. Madsen | August 1978

Using quotes and stories from those who personally knew Joseph Smith, Truman Madsen describes the Prophet’s personality and character. Click here to view the speech. 

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Using quotes and stories from those who personally knew Joseph Smith, Truman Madsen describes the Prophet’s personality and character. <a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/truman-g-madsen/joseph-smiths-personality-and-character/">Click here</a> to view the speech.  © 1989 Truman G. Madsen. ℗ 2003 Deseret Book Company. All rights reserved. For personal, educational use only. No part of this work may be reproduced in any form or by any means outside of your personal digital device without permission in writing from Deseret Book Company at permissions@deseretbook.com or PO Box 30178, Salt Lake City, UT 84130.

Using quotes and stories from those who personally knew Joseph Smith, Truman Madsen describes the Prophet’s personality and character.

Joseph Smith Lecture 2: Joseph's Personality and Character | Truman Madsen | August 1978

Joseph Smith was a choice seer of the Lord, and his prophetic calling is evidenced by the indisputable value of the works which he produced. Click here to view the speech.

Joseph Smith was a choice seer of the Lord, and his prophetic calling is evidenced by the indisputable value of the works which he produced. <a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/legrand-richards/choice-seer-prophet/">Click here</a> to view the speech.

A Choice Seer and Prophet | LeGrand Richards | March 1956

Preston Nibley offers little-known insights into the history of the Book of Mormon manuscripts which help us appreciate its value as a book of scripture. Click here to view the speech.

Preston Nibley offers little-known insights into the history of the Book of Mormon manuscripts which help us appreciate its value as a book of scripture. <a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/preston-nibley/book-mormon-manuscripts/">Click here</a> to view the speech.

Joseph Smith Lecture 1: The First Vision and Its Aftermath | Truman G. Madsen | August 1978

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