Did early Mormon prophets really believe the moon was inhabited? According to historical records, Joseph Smith and Brigham Young taught that men lived on the moon and dressed like Quakers—seriously. While the LDS Church dismisses these claims as speculation, they raise an important question: Should true prophets ever get it this wrong?

In this episode, we unpack the infamous "moon men" doctrine, explore the historical sources behind it, and offer a biblical critique of prophetic authority. Can a prophet be wrong about science, the universe, and still speak for God?

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