Joseph Smith: BYU Speeches

BYU is the university of the Restoration. Joseph Smith’s revelations on God, Christ, knowledge, and truth teach the school’s divine mission. Click here to see the speech page.

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If you had to create the profile of a prophet, what would it look like? Hugh B. Brown speaks on how Joseph Smith's character and works testify of his prophetic calling. Click here to view the speech. 

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Despite intense opposition during some of the Church's history, the gospel has been busy unlocking the doors of nations and hearts worldwide. Click here to view the speech. 

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The Lord's commandment to stand by Joseph Smith with true loyalty applies to each of us as builders and defenders of God's kingdom. Click here to view the speech. 

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The restoration of the gospel is about hope. Heidi S. Swinton speaks of the restoration and how its message should bring "peace like a river" to our souls. Click here to view the speech.

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Associate law school dean Katherine D. Pullins shares her story of conversion to the gospel and Church that Joseph Smith restored. But for Joseph and his contributions, she testifies, not only would the world be vastly lacking, but so would our individual lives. Click here to view the speech. 

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Truman Madsen covers the martyrdom of Joseph Smith and the last few months of the Prophet’s life before adding his personal testimony. Click here to view the speech. 

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Truman Madsen on the lessons learned and taught by Joseph Smith in Nauvoo while the Prophet directed the saints in building the temple. Click here to view the speech. 

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Truman Madsen speaks on the qualities and experiences that made Joseph Smith a teacher, speaker, and counselor for those around him, focusing on his time in Kirtland. Click here to view the speech. 

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Truman Madsen describes the experiences and sacrifices of Joseph Smith and the Saints in Kirtland, Ohio while building the temple. Click here to view the speech. 

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