History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Volume 3

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Creator Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Author Smith, Joseph, Jr., 1805-1844
Editor Roberts, B. H. (Brigham Henry), 1857-1933
Title History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Volume 3
Note Reading ease score: 64.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_the_Church_(book)
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Summary "History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Volume 3" is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This volume specifically covers the period of Joseph Smith's leadership and the challenges faced by the Latter-day Saints during their time in Missouri in the late 1830s. The book likely explores the profound social and political tensions between the Saints and the local populace, delineating the persecutions the community endured and the prophet's steadfast role amid such tribulations. The opening of the volume introduces the context of the Missouri persecutions, highlighting the injustices faced by the Latter-day Saints, including violence and forced expulsion from their lands. It discusses the moral implications of these persecutions, connecting them to the broader social attitudes of the period, particularly concerns about slavery and political power. Joseph Smith's leadership is emphasized as the book outlines his efforts to address the challenges posed by hostile neighbors, illustrating both the animosity towards the Saints and their determination to establish a home in Zion. This section sets the tone for an in-depth exploration of the struggles and resilience of the Church's early members. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
Subject Smith, Joseph, Jr., 1805-1844
Subject Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Category Text
EBook-No. 47707
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Nov 7, 2019
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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