Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_ytFor a transcript of this episode, and to learn more, check out the resources here:https://scripturecentral.org/shows/restoration-revealed/episodes/how-joseph-smith-discovered-and-translated-the-book-of-mormonWho wrote the Book of Mormon? How did Joseph Smith discover the golden plates? How was the Book of Mormon written or translated? What is it about? Join Casey Griffiths as he explores the historical sites connected to the discovery, translation, and printing of the Book of Mormon, and find answers to these questions!For an in-depth look at Joseph Smith Seer Stones, please visit: https://mormonismexplained.org/joseph-smith-seer-stones/For more information on additional topics relating to Mormonism including Joseph Smith Wives and Joseph Smith Polygamy, visit https://mormonismexplained.org/.0:00 Introduction1:16 Joseph Smith Family Farm2:32 An Angel Visits Joseph5:42 Joseph Finds the Plates at Hill Cumorah7:34 First Phase of Translation10:00 Second Phase of Translation13:26 Restoration of the Priesthood16:44 Witnesses See the Plates19:14 The Printing of the Book of Mormon20:11 First Editions of the Book of MormonQuote SourcesEmma Smith testimony of the plates: “Last Testimony of Sister Emma,” 290.Oliver Cowdery translating the plates: Oliver Cowdery, “Letter I,” in Latter-day Saints Messenger and Advocate 1, no. 1 (October 1834): 14.Oliver Cowdery quote about the translationOliver Cowdery, “Letter I,” in Latter-day Saints Messenger and Advocate 1, no. 1 (October 1834): 14.David Whitmer witness of the platesInterview with Joseph Smith III et al. (Richmond, Missouri, July 1884), originally published in The Saints' Herald (28 January 1936) and reprinted in Cook, ed., David Whitmer Interviews, 134—35, emphasis in the original.Martin Harris witness of the platesStatement of William M. Glenn to O. E. Fischbacher, May 30, 1943, Cardston, Alberta, Canada, cited in Deseret News, Oct. 2, 1943. Cited in Richard Lloyd Anderson, Investigating the Book of Mormon Witnesses (Salt Lake City: Deseret Book Company, 1981), 116. ISBN 0877478465.Oliver Cowdery witness of the platesOliver Cowdery and Martin Harris, in letter dated 29 November 1829, quoted in Corenlius C. Blatchly, "THE NEW BIBLE, written on plates of Gold or Brass," Gospel Luminary 2/49 (10 Dec. 1829): 194.Was the Book of Mormon made of tumbaga?https://knowhy.bookofmormoncentral.org/knowhy/what-kind-of-ore-did-nephi-use-to-make-the-platesStylometric Evidenceshttps://knowhy.bookofmormoncentral.org/knowhy/what-can-stylometry-tell-us-about-book-of-mormon-authorshiphttps://knowhy.bookofmormoncentral.org/content/is-it-possible-that-a-single-author-wrote-the-book-of-mormonMary Whitmer’s witness of the plateshttps://knowhy.bookofmormoncentral.org/knowhy/what-does-mary-whitmer-teach-us-about-enduring-trialsThe three Witnesseshttps://knowhy.bookofmormoncentral.org/knowhy/did-the-book-of-mormon-witnesses-really-see-what-they-claimedhttps://knowhy.bookofmormoncentral.org/knowhy/why-is-david-whitmers-witness-of-the-book-of-mormon-so-compellinghttps://knowhy.bookofmormoncentral.org/knowhy/how-did-martin-harris-help-bring-forth-the-book-of-mormonhttps://knowhy.bookofmormoncentral.org/knowhy/how-important-was-oliver-cowdery-in-bringing-forth-the-book-of-mormon

Consider making a donation to Scripture Central and help Casey make more videos:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_ytTo dig deeper into this topic, as well as for a full transcript, go here: https://scripturecentral.org/shows/restoration-revealed/episodes/joseph-smith-s-first-vision-accounts-explainedJoin Casey Griffiths as he explores the locations and context where each primary account of the First Vision was written down. There are four accounts in which Joseph Smith was directly involved. Yet, these accounts aren't exactly the same. In this video Casey helps make sense of the context of each account. He also interviews Steve Harper, a Church History researcher who has studied this a lot.

0:47 Nauvoo pioneer burial grounds with Scott Woodward 4:53 The grave of Seymour Brunson - Vicarious baptism 6:30 Edward & Ann Hunter Home - D&C 127-128 8:15 The Red Brick Store - The Endowment 12:00 Ramus, Illinois - Eternal Marriage Ordinance15:30 Nauvoo Temple & Other locations- The sealing power What if the Saints’ yearning for temples began long before Nauvoo — long before Kirtland — rooted in ancient patterns, sacred promises, and a longing to bind Heaven and earth?In this cinematic documentary, we uncover the surprising origin story of temple work in the Restoration — and how early Saints, driven by loss, faith, and revelation, discovered the sealing power that would forever change the destiny of families.Journey from ancient temple worship to Joseph Smith’s earliest teachings, the Kirtland endowment, and the sacred urgency that came in Nauvoo as Saints learned why temple covenants matter — and who waits on the other side of the veil.This is the forgotten story of why Latter-day Saints build temples, why the first Saints were desperate to receive temple blessings, and the hidden link between early Restoration revelation and eternal family salvation.If you've ever wondered:✨ Where did temple doctrine really begin?✨ Why did early Saints sacrifice everything to build temples?✨ What changed in Nauvoo — and why sealing power became central to salvation?✨ How the ancient temple pattern is fulfilled in the Restoration?…this film will give you answers — and help you feel the power of the House of the Lord in a deeper, more personal way.

Consider making a donation to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_yt To dig deeper into this topic, as well as for a full transcript, go here:https://scripturecentral.org/shows/restoration-revealed/episodes/exploring-joseph-smith-s-birthplace-childhood-and-ancestryWhere is the exact spot where Joseph Smith was born? Where did Joseph Smith grow up? How did his early life and location influence him in restoring the Church? Did you know that Joseph had ancestors on the Mayflower, or who fought in the Revolutionary War? Join professor Casey Griffiths in this travel video, as he explores the early sites of the prophet’s life.Chapters:0:00 Introduction0:50 Joseph Smith and American History2:55 Exploring Boston's Freedom Trail and Concord5:30 Joseph Smith's Ancestors6:46 Joseph Smith's Birthplace9:07 Joseph Smith Monument11:14 Typhoid Fever 12:18 Joseph Smith's Leg Operaion17:21 Conclusion

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Join Casey Griffiths as he explores the Salt Lake Masonic Temple with Freemason Lon Tibbitts and explores the connections between Freemasonry and Latter-day Saint Temple ordinances.

Join Casey Griffiths as he explores the recently purchased Kirtland Ohio temple. We go through several areas that most won't ever see. Casey explains some history of the first temple ceremonies, including practices similar to washing and annointings. He'll then explain the history of Christ's visit to the temple.