We owe much to the Kirtland era of Church history. This time of the restoration is rich in visions, revealed doctrine, and essential progression. Click here to view the speech.

We owe much to the Kirtland era of Church history. This time of the restoration is rich in visions, revealed doctrine, and essential progression. <a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/m-russell-ballard/came-kirtland/">Click here</a> to view the speech.

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

We owe much to the Kirtland era of Church history. This time of the restoration is rich in visions, revealed doctrine, and essential progression.

What Came from Kirtland? | M. Russell Ballard | November 1994

It can be easy to focus on what happened under Joseph's direction. But it is just as important to learn about the hard working, family oriented man he was. Click here to view the speech. 

It can be easy to focus on what happened under Joseph's direction. But it is just as important to learn about the hard working, family oriented man he was. <a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/s-dilworth-young/joseph-smith-man/">Click here</a> to view the speech.

Joseph Smith—The Man | S. Dilworth Young | January 1966

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.

What Came from Kirtland? | M. Russell Ballard | November 1994

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