Mike and John discuss the timeline and cultural context surrounding Joseph Smith at the time he claims to receive the revelation on polygamy which became canonized and is still considered scripture for many modern Mormon branches, some who still practice it today, and even ones who don't, like the largest Mormon branch headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. 

LDS Discussions Essay on Polygamy

Episode Show Notes 

LDS Discussions 6-Part Series on Polygamy:

• Part 2: D&C 132 – Joseph Smith’s Polygamy “Revelation” - 25
• Part 3: Joseph Smith’s Plural Marriage Proposals Pt 1 – 26
• Part 4: Joseph Smith’s Plural Marriage Proposals Pt 2 – 27
• Part 5: The Happiness Letter (Joseph Smith’s Proposition to Nancy Rigdon) – 28
• Part 6: Polygamy Apologetics, Spiritual Wifery, etc – 29

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