The History and Doctrine of Baptism for the Dead

Bonus - Martyrdom: In this bonus podcast we talk about some of the differing accounts surrounding just how and when Joseph Smith died at Carthage, including the less-well known William Daniels account that claimed Joseph had been executed by a firing squad after he hit... by Standard of Truth

32 min listen

Joseph Smith‘s Civil War Prophecy: In one of the most astounding feats of prophecy, Joseph Smith receives this revelation from the Lord on Christmas Day, 1832. It astonishingly predicts with great clarity the coming and horrific nature of the American Civil War. Subscribe to our fre... by Standard of Truth

44 min listen

Translation of the Gold Plates Part 2: In part 2 of our podcast on the translation of the Book of Mormon we discuss the earliest account of the translation of the Book of Mormon, from 1829, and how non-believers responded to the idea that the Book of Mormon was sacred scripture. Subscrib... by Standard of Truth

70 min listen

”The Vision” D&C 76 Part 2: In Part 2 of our podcast on Doctrine and Covenants 76, we discuss aspects of the next life that have not yet been fully revealed, such as the concept of progressing after this life. We also highlight the continuing nature of revelation and evolving ... by Standard of Truth

46 min listen

Introduction to the Standard of Truth Podcast: Discussion about the purpose of the Standard of Truth Podcast and why history matters to Latter-Day Saints. Subscribe to our free newsletter⁠ - ⁠https://standardoftruthpodcast.substack.com/⁠ Please visit our website at ⁠www.standardoftruth.com⁠ ... by Standard of Truth

54 min listen

Martyrdom Part 1: In this special, two-part podcast we honor the upcoming 177th anniversary of the murders of Joseph and Hyrum Smith and the attempted murders of John Taylor and Willard Richards in Carthage Jail. In Part 1 we give an overview of some of the historica... by Standard of Truth

67 min listen

”The Vision” D&C 76 Part 1: In Part 1 of this two-part podcast, we discuss one of the most important and influential revelations given to Joseph Smith. Doctrine and Covenants 76 was so powerful and impactful that it was reverently referred to throughout the 19th century as “Th... by Standard of Truth

80 min listen

Early Criticism of Joseph Smith and the Book of Mormon Part 3: In this week's podcast, we conclude the early criticisms of Joseph Smith and the Book of Mormon by looking at View of the Hebrews and The Late War. We discuss tactics used by antagonists of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints to make it s... by Standard of Truth

72 min listen

Early Criticism of Joseph Smith and the Book of Mormon Part 2: In this week’s podcast, we continue our discussion of the earliest criticisms of Joseph Smith and the Book of Mormon. We talk about Eber Howe, Doctor Philastus Hurlbut, and the book Mormonism Unvailed. We also continue to look at how the criticisms o... by Standard of Truth

57 min listen

Bonus - From Darkness Unto Light: In this bonus episode, we talk about some of the highlights of the book “From Darkness Unto Light: Joseph Smith’s Translation and Publication of the Book of Mormon.” If you have any questions or possible topics of discussion for upcoming podcasts ple... by Standard of Truth

20 min listen

Zion Part 4 (early violence in Missouri): In this episode we discuss the spark of the violent reaction of Missourians toward Latter-day Saints in Jackson County in 1833. In particular, we discuss the article in the Church's local newspaper, The Evening and the Morning Star, which was intend... by Standard of Truth

66 min listen

Follow the Prophet Part 2: Continued discussion about the importance of following the prophet and early conflicts surrounding Joseph Smith's leadership Subscribe to our free newsletter⁠ - ⁠https://standardoftruthpodcast.substack.com/⁠ Please visit our website at ⁠www.standa... by Standard of Truth

45 min listen

Martyrdom Part 2: In part two of our special podcast commemorating the murders of Joseph and Hyrum Smith we continue to discuss the events that led to the martyrdom. We read from a letter Joseph Smith wrote to Illinois Governor Thomas Ford and John Taylor’s detailed ... by Standard of Truth

87 min listen

D&C 93 and the Nature of God Part 1: In this week’s podcast, we dive deep into one of the most important revelations ever received by Joseph Smith, Doctrine and Covenants 93. But to understand how radical and how profound this revelation is, we must first understand a little of what th... by Standard of Truth

67 min listen

Joseph Smith: A Fungi?: In this groovy podcast, we answer a question from a listener about the claim that Joseph Smith and other early members of the Church used psychedelic mushrooms and hallucinogenic toad venom in order to have the visions and revelations that they had. ... by Standard of Truth

36 min listen

Episode 28 - Every Time A Bell Rings, An Angel Doesn’t Get Their Wings: During the Christmas season, believers talk more about angels than they usually do. Latter-day Saints might not know just how radically different their understanding of angels is from the beliefs of other Christians. Joseph Smith received many reve... by Standard of Truth

53 min listen

Doctrine and Covenants and Revelations Part 1: In this episode, we discuss how some of the revelations were eventually published in the Book of Commandments and the Doctrine and Covenants. Some revelations were not selected to be included even though they were still revelations from the Lord. If... by Standard of Truth

65 min listen

The Word of Wisdom Part 1: In this podcast, we discuss the context around the receiving of the Word of Wisdom and talk about how the saints responded to the revelation when it is received. Subscribe to our free newsletter⁠ - ⁠https://standardoftruthpodcast.substack.com/⁠ Pl... by Standard of Truth

65 min listen

Revelation to a Radical Christian Group: In 1831, Joseph Smith received a revelation calling elders to preach to the Shaker community near Kirtland. This revelation not only refuted Shaker beliefs, but it also helps Latter-day Saints today better understand why the truths they have are so ... by Standard of Truth

80 min listen

Early Criticism of Joseph Smith and the Book of Mormon Part 1: In this week’s podcast, we discuss some of the earliest criticisms of Joseph Smith and the Book of Mormon. We start with an example before the Book of Mormon is published with Jonathan Hadley, the editor of the Palmyra Freeman, and an article he publ... by Standard of Truth

60 min listen

Multiple Accounts of the First Vision Part 2: In this week’s podcast, we are joined again by our friend Jonathan Oliver as we continue to discuss the multiple accounts of the First Vision. We talk about the account in the Wentworth Letter and the account found in Joseph Smith History in the Pear... by Standard of Truth

75 min listen

Follow the Prophet Part 1: Discussion about the importance of following the prophet and early conflicts surrounding Joseph Smith's leadership Subscribe to our free newsletter⁠ - ⁠https://standardoftruthpodcast.substack.com/⁠ Please visit our website at ⁠www.standardoftruth.... by Standard of Truth

55 min listen

Lesser Known Heroes from Church History - Mercy Fielding Thompson: Our podcast would like to begin highlighting some of the faithful, courageous heroes in Church History. Women like Mercy Fielding are not well-known by the average Latter-day Saint and yet the suffering she endured and resolute faithfulness she disp... by Standard of Truth

66 min listen

Doctrine and Covenants and Revelations Part 2: In part two of our discussion on the revelations, we talk about the major changes that were made to the Doctrine and Covenants in 1876 and how other revelations were added over time. If you have any questions or possible topics of discussion for upco... by Standard of Truth

64 min listen

The Word of Wisdom Part 2: In this podcast, we discuss how the Word of Wisdom changes over time within the Church to where we are today. Subscribe to our free newsletter⁠ - ⁠https://standardoftruthpodcast.substack.com/⁠ Please visit our website at ⁠www.standardoftruth.com⁠ ... by Standard of Truth

62 min listen

D&C 93 and the Nature of God Part 3: In this week’s podcast, we continue to discuss Doctrine and Covenants 93. In Part 3 we discuss what this revelation tells us about the nature on mankind in relation to the nature of our Heavenly Father and Savior Jesus Christ. If you have any questio... by Standard of Truth

42 min listen

Carthage Conspiracy Part 1: In response to several recent emails, we discuss several conspiracy theories about the murder of Joseph and Hyrum Smith. We dissect a video that claims to have "new evidence about what really happened at Carthage” and use some of the movie's claims ... by Standard of Truth

100 min listen

Bonus - Gerrit Dirkmaat, The Man Behind the History: Merry ChristmasWe have received quite a bit of feedback from listeners who expressed interest in getting to know Dr. Dirkmaat a little better. Gerrit has always wanted the podcast to focus more on Joseph Smith and Church History and less on his High ... by Standard of Truth

64 min listen

D&C 93 and the Nature of God Part 2: In this week’s podcast, we continue to discuss Doctrine and Covenants 93. In Part 1 we provided some historical and theological context from the Christian world. In Part 2 we go through Section 93 and discuss the radical nature of this revelation as ... by Standard of Truth

57 min listen

Freemasons Part 1: Latter-day Saints have a unique history in relation to the Freemasonry movement that was especially popular in 19th Century America. We discuss the history of Freemasonry and Joseph’s earliest encounters with it. If you have any questions or poss... by Standard of Truth

61 min listen

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The History and Doctrine of Baptism for the Dead

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