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Under Fire: A Look At Recent Controversy Over The Sabbath, Samuele Bacchiocchi
Under Fire: A Look At Recent Controversy Over The Sabbath, Samuele Bacchiocchi
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Book Review Of Martin Luther: Exploring His Life And Times, 1483-1546, By Helmar Junghans, Trevor O'Reggio
Book Review Of Martin Luther: Exploring His Life And Times, 1483-1546, By Helmar Junghans, Trevor O'Reggio
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Book Review Of Church History: An Essential Guide, By Justo L. González, Jerry Moon
Book Review Of Church History: An Essential Guide, By Justo L. González, Jerry Moon
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Gathering To Nauvoo: Mormon Immigration 1840-46, Fred E. Woods
Gathering To Nauvoo: Mormon Immigration 1840-46, Fred E. Woods
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The gathering of the Mormon pioneers to Utah (commencing in 1847) has received extensive attention; however, the earlier LDS immigration to Nauvoo has not been adequately treated. This paper is the inspiring story of the British Saints who traveled to Nauvoo between June 1840 and February 1846. The international call to gather was received by the Prophet Joseph Smith during the second presentation of the Restored Church, less than six months after its organization in 1830.
More Precious Than Gold: The Journey To And Through Zion In 1849-50, Fred E. Woods
More Precious Than Gold: The Journey To And Through Zion In 1849-50, Fred E. Woods
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The California gold rush, the first international gold rush in history, turned the world upside down, reaching its zenith in the years 1849-50. As a result of the rush during these two climactic years, the population swelled our nation's Pacific coast, entitling California to receive statehood in the fall of 1850. During these catalytic years, Latter-day Saints were journeying to the American West for a different kind of treasure. They gathered from afar to their Mormon mecca nestled in the Salt Lake Valley to fulfill their dreams of establishing Zion. Yet the California gold rush had a significant impact on …