Cultish 8 | SBMH Kirtland Era: The Beginning of Polygamy
Dec 30, 2024
The discussion dives into the intriguing origins of polygamy in early Mormonism, exploring its biblical roots and Joseph Smith's controversial revelations. Internal struggles faced by figures like Emma Smith and Oliver Cowdery reveal the emotional turmoil amidst evolving beliefs. The podcast highlights the moral complexities of polygamy and the challenges of maintaining faith amid societal pressures. Additionally, it addresses the tension between early church dynamics and regional conflicts, shedding light on the transformative era of religious change.
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Mother-Daughter Marriage
- Joseph Smith married Sylvia and Patty Sessions, a mother and daughter, in 1842.
- Sylvia attended her mother's wedding to Smith, but Patty remained unaware of her daughter's marriage to him.
Fannie Alger
- Joseph Smith's first polygamous wife was likely 17-year-old orphan Fannie Alger in 1835.
- She lived in the Smith home, a recurring theme with his plural wives.
D&C 132
- Doctrine and Covenants section 132 appears to present polygamy as not just permissible but required.
- This section emerged from a conversation between Joseph and Hiram Smith about Emma's resistance to polygamy.