An account of Joseph Smith’s trials and the effects of the hardship on his family, his friends, his life, and his character. Click here to view the speech page. 

An account of Joseph Smith&rsquo;s trials and the effects of the hardship on his family, his friends, his life, and his character. <a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/truman-g-madsen/joseph-smith-trials/">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 4: Joseph Smith and Trials | Truman G. Madsen | August 1978

Truman Madsen discusses spiritual gifts and how Joseph Smith used them to bless the Saints and teach them the fulness of the gospel. Click here to view the speech page. 

Truman Madsen discusses spiritual gifts and how Joseph Smith used them to bless the Saints and teach them the fulness of the gospel. <a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/truman-g-madsen/joseph-smith-spiritual-gifts/">Click here</a> to view the speech page.&nbsp;

Joseph Smith Lecture 3: Joseph Smith and Spiritual Gifts | 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. 

© 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. <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

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;

Joseph Smith Lecture 4: Joseph Smith and Trials | Truman G. Madsen | August 1978

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