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Articles 271 - 289 of 289
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Joseph Smith's New England Heritage Richard Lloyd Anderson, Donald Q. Cannon
Joseph Smith's New England Heritage Richard Lloyd Anderson, Donald Q. Cannon
BYU Studies
No abstract provided.
Eliza R. Snow's “Sketch Of My Life”: Reminiscences Of One Of Joseph Smith's Plural Wives, Spencer J. Palmer
Eliza R. Snow's “Sketch Of My Life”: Reminiscences Of One Of Joseph Smith's Plural Wives, Spencer J. Palmer
BYU Studies
No abstract provided.
Joseph Smith's Own Story Of A Serious Childhood Illness, Reed C. Durham Jr.
Joseph Smith's Own Story Of A Serious Childhood Illness, Reed C. Durham Jr.
BYU Studies
No abstract provided.
Membership Of Certain Of Joseph Smith's Family In The Western Presbyterian Church Of Palmyra, Milton Vaughn Backman Jr., James B. Allen
Membership Of Certain Of Joseph Smith's Family In The Western Presbyterian Church Of Palmyra, Milton Vaughn Backman Jr., James B. Allen
BYU Studies
No abstract provided.
Where Were The Moroni Visits?, Russell R. Rich
A Stained-Glass Replica Of Joseph Smith's First Vision, Byu Studies
A Stained-Glass Replica Of Joseph Smith's First Vision, Byu Studies
BYU Studies
No abstract provided.
The Theology Of Thomas Dick And Its Possible Relationship To That Of Joseph Smith, Edward T. Jones
The Theology Of Thomas Dick And Its Possible Relationship To That Of Joseph Smith, Edward T. Jones
Theses and Dissertations
In her attempt to find a strictly human origin for certain doctrines contained in the Book of Abraham, and the later teachings of Joseph Smith, Mrs. Fawn M. Brodie relies upon the writings of one Thomas Dick. Dick was a nineteenth century Scottish scientist-theologian who wrote several volumes on religious and scientific subjects. It is known that at least two volumes were known to at least some of the early Latter-day Saints, for passages from them were quoted in the Messenger and Advocate. The purpose of this thesis has been to research the entire ten volumes of Dick's writings …
Joseph Smith As An Administrator, Gary Dean Guthrie
Joseph Smith As An Administrator, Gary Dean Guthrie
Theses and Dissertations
From extensive research undertaken by Rensis Likert at the University of Michigan, a modified theory of administration has been developed which seeks to build upon all that worked best in previous approaches to administration.
Sufficient information from the writings of Joseph Smith, from diaries and journals of those who worked under his leadership have been used in this thesis and compared with the model of administration proposed by Likert. The results of this work were that Joseph Smith in his administration most often used a leadership approach described by Likert as Consultative and Participative.
This thesis also presents a model …
Joseph Smith Egyptian Papyri, Photographs, Byu Studies
Joseph Smith Egyptian Papyri, Photographs, Byu Studies
BYU Studies
No abstract provided.
A Historical Examination Of The Views Of The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints And The Reorganized Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints On Four Distinctive Aspects Of The Doctrine Of Deity Taught By The Prophet Joseph Smith, Joseph F. Mcconkie Sr.
Theses and Dissertations
This study makes a consideration of four related concepts of Deity, each of which is accepted as doctrine by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which claims to have received these doctrines from Joseph Smith. On the other hand, each of these concepts is rejected as doctrine by the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which claims that Joseph Smith did not teach them.
Constitutional Rights And The Mormon Appeals For National Redress Of The Missouri Grievances, Lynn D. Stewart
Constitutional Rights And The Mormon Appeals For National Redress Of The Missouri Grievances, Lynn D. Stewart
Theses and Dissertations
This study attempts to trace the efforts of the Mormon people to obtain redress from the national government for the losses of life and property which they had suffered and the hardships which they had endured while residing in the state of Missouri during the 1830's. The Mormon appeals to Congress and the President are considered and an evaluation is made of the Mormon view of the national government's responsibility for the protection of individual rights.
The information for this study was obtained from the Church Historian's Office, the Brigham Young University Library, the University of Utah Library, the Utah …
A Study Of The Political Involvements In The Career Of Joseph Smith, Edward G. Thompson
A Study Of The Political Involvements In The Career Of Joseph Smith, Edward G. Thompson
Theses and Dissertations
It is the purpose of this study to examine the political elements and issues in the United States from the latter part of 1838 to June 27, 1844, to determine their relationship to the death of Joseph Smith. This study includes an analysis of national, state and local issues and sentiment during that time, as they have a bearing upon the subject.
The primary period of study is the Illinois era of Latter-day Saint history which includes the events that transpired from the winter of 1838-39 to June 27, 1844. A less intensive study includes events after June 1844, to …
An Analysis Of The Accounts Relating Joseph Smith's Early Visions, Paul R. Cheesman
An Analysis Of The Accounts Relating Joseph Smith's Early Visions, Paul R. Cheesman
Theses and Dissertations
Joseph Smith, prophet and founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints stated that when he was fourteen years old he had received a visitation from two members of the Godhead: the Father and the Son. He was alone when he went into the woods to pray, and was therefore the only witness to the manifestation of these personages. He also declared that when he was seventeen years old he was visited by an angel named Moroni. Again he was without witnesses. For a first-hand account of these two experiences we must rely on a single source, Joseph …
To Joseph Smith, R. A. Christmas
Political Motto, Joseph Smith Jr.
Political Motto, Joseph Smith Jr.
BYU Studies
This is a brief excerpt of a statement by Joseph Smith, first president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, on the divine nature of government and liberty.
The Visual Image Of Joseph Smith, William B. Mccarl
The Visual Image Of Joseph Smith, William B. Mccarl
Theses and Dissertations
For most of the period since his death in 1844, at the hands of a maniacal mob in Carthage, Illinois, there has been doubt about which portrait of Joseph Smith, first president and founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, best represented his physical features. This work has attempted to accumulate as much information about his features as was available for the purpose of establishing the true image of the man. The discoveries made by this study are listed in the following discussion.
Joseph Smith, Sr., First Patriarch To The Church, Earnest Morgan Skinner
Joseph Smith, Sr., First Patriarch To The Church, Earnest Morgan Skinner
Theses and Dissertations
This thesis is a biography of Joseph Smith Sr., first patriarch to the Church and father of the illustrious Prophet Joseph Smith Jr. The overall purpose of this treatise is of a four-fold nature. First, it proposes to reveal the kind of personality and character he possessed. Second, it intends to present a near complete and accurate account of his deeds and experiences. Third, it hopes to relate him to the historical period in which he lived. And fourth, by fulfilling the three purposes named, it will attempt to evaluate the assertions that have been frequently made that the Prophet …
Model For A Proposed Statue Of Joseph Smith Suitable For Placement Near The Entrance Of The Joseph Smith Building, Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah, Evelyn Horrocks Meiners
Model For A Proposed Statue Of Joseph Smith Suitable For Placement Near The Entrance Of The Joseph Smith Building, Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah, Evelyn Horrocks Meiners
Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of this study is to design a model for a proposed statue of Joseph Smith which would be appropriate for placement near the main entrance of the Joseph Smith Building, Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah. This statue should depict the great historical and spiritual significance of Joseph Smith, be harmonious with the architecture and landscaping, and conform to the principles of good design.
A Study Of Joseph Smith's Teachings And Practices As They Influence Welfare In The Lds Church, Helen Mae Andrus
A Study Of Joseph Smith's Teachings And Practices As They Influence Welfare In The Lds Church, Helen Mae Andrus
Theses and Dissertations
The problem of this study is to determine the teachings and practices of Joseph Smith in regards to the treatment of the needy and to show their influence on the present policy of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as manifested in the Church Welfare Plan.