Joseph Smith: BYU Speeches

Truman Madsen shares 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. 

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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.

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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. 

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In an incredible testament to Joseph Smith’s divine calling, James A. Cullimore retells several events from the life of Joseph Smith, the Mormon prophet. Click here to view the speech. 

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Without the Prophet Joseph Smith, the entire state of Utah—not to mention the entire world— would be a different place than it is today. Preston Nibley narrates accomplishments of Joseph’s life and proves that he was a man of sincerity and determination who never wearied of the task of spreading the gospel. Click here view the speech. 

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Gordon B. Hinkcley shares his powerful testimony of the prophet Joseph Smith. The most important evidence of his calling is the witness of the Spirit. Click here to view the speech. 

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Although Joseph Smith was raised in an overly pious and sanctimonious society, his jovial nature, sense of humor, and zeal for life show the Saints that this life is for men to have joy. Click here to view the speech. 

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Richard C. Edgley delivers a powerful summary of the accomplishments of Joseph Smith—the Prophet whose revelations, achievements, and trials are all a testament to his calling. Click here to view the speech. 

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Although he had little formal schooling, Joseph Smith left the Church a legacy of asking and answering questions, working hard, and learning all we can. Click here to view the speech. 

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Elder David B. Haight offers a stirring testimony of Joseph Smith: the Prophet of the Restoration. The courageous and selfless giving of his life is evidence of Joseph's devotion to the Lord and to the Saints. Click here to view the speech. 

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