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Doctrine and Covenants 129-132

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Section 132 of the Doctrine and Covenants is one of the most talked about and debated revelations in scripture. Some people say it just doesn’t sound like Joseph Smith, which has left a lot of questions about who actually wrote it.Dr. Paul Fields, an expert in stylometry — the statistical study of writing style — joins Stephen Jones to take the emotion out of the debate and look at the evidence. Using data, history, and faith, he puts this revelation to the test to find out who really wrote Section 132.What he discovered might not just answer a question about authorship. It might change the way we think about revelation itself.Knowhy:https://scripturecentral.org/knowhy/what-does-the-science-of-stylometry-indicate-about-the-authorship-of-doctrine-and-covenants-13200:00 – Introduction: Why Section 132 divides believers  01:42 – Did Joseph Smith really write it?  04:10 – What stylometry can reveal  07:15 – Data vs. emotion in revelation  10:45 – The Brigham Young theory  14:20 – Testing the text of Section 132  18:55 – What the data shows  22:40 – How this affects faith and revelation  27:10 – Final thoughts from Dr. Fields  29:00 – Closing: What it means for believers today

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What Does the Science of Stylometry Indicate About the Authorship of Doctrine and Covenants 132?

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Thank you for joining us at Scripture Central! We hope that you have enjoyed this content covering Doctrine &amp; Covenants 132. Please leave a comment below with your thoughts and insights regarding this video and please consider subscribing to this channel and visiting our website for more content like this: https://scripturecentral.org/*Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/donations*Sign up for our email list:https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/2078810487.htm*Download our free scripture study tool, the ScripturePlus app: https://www.scriptureplus.org/ ____________________________________________*The opinions expressed may represent the views of the individual creators or guests alone, and do not necessarily represent official positions of Scripture Central or of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.*This channel may make use of copyrighted material, the use of which has not always been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. This constitutes a 'fair use' of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. *This Channel may also make use of artwork, voices, video, and effects that are generated by AI (Artificial Intelligence). We do our best to disclose when necessary our use of AI, but know that we make regular usage of AI materials in our content. We do not use AI to deceive or mislead. #ScriptureCentral #ComeFollowMe #ChurchOfJesusChristOfLatterdaySaints

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Why Did Joseph Smith Teach About a Sacred Handclasp?

This episode discusses Doctrine and Covenants Sections 129&ndash;130, focusing on Joseph Smith&rsquo;s Nauvoo-era teachings about the nature of spiritual beings, eternal law, and the physicality of God. Scott Woodward and Casey Griffiths explain that angels, humans, and God are the same kind of beings in different stages of progression, and that evil is bound by divine law. The conversation also explores Joseph&rsquo;s teachings on the eternal, social nature of heaven, the relativity of time, and the physical reality of God the Father and Jesus Christ as resurrected beings.

Thank you for joining us at Scripture Central! We hope that you have enjoyed this content covering Doctrine &amp; Covenants 129-131.Please leave a comment below with your thoughts and insights regarding this video and please consider subscribing to this channel and visiting our website for more content like this: https://scripturecentral.org/*Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/donations*Sign up for our email list:https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/2078810487.htm*Download our free scripture study tool, the ScripturePlus app: https://www.scriptureplus.org/ ____________________________________________*The opinions expressed may represent the views of the individual creators or guests alone, and do not necessarily represent official positions of Scripture Central or of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.*This channel may make use of copyrighted material, the use of which has not always been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. This constitutes a 'fair use' of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. *This Channel may also make use of artwork, voices, video, and effects that are generated by AI (Artificial Intelligence). We do our best to disclose when necessary our use of AI, but know that we make regular usage of AI materials in our content. We do not use AI to deceive or mislead. #ScriptureCentral #ComeFollowMe #ChurchOfJesusChristOfLatterdaySaints

https://scripturecentral.org/archive/books/book-chapter/d-and-c-132-law-of-plural-marriage?searchId=0eb3e36bfb24dcd9bb1d1bece1531216b59539a8fde17ee80224af0653c92aa3-en-v=9a9a8c9In this episode of Come Follow Church History with Lynne Hilton Wilson, Dr. Wilson sits down with historian Dr. Janiece Johnson to explore one of the most complex and often misunderstood chapters in Latter-day Saint history&mdash;the introduction of plural marriage in Nauvoo.Together, they discuss the deep faith, sacrifice, and obedience of early Saints who strove to follow what they sincerely believed was a divine commandment revealed through the Prophet Joseph Smith. Despite the personal heartache and social challenges that came with practicing plural marriage, figures like Joseph Smith, Brigham Young, and many faithful women and men sought to live this principle with devotion, humility, and integrity.Dr. Wilson and Dr. Johnson also delve into the eternal perspectives behind the doctrine of eternal marriage, exploring how the Saints in Nauvoo viewed family, sealing, and covenant relationships as essential parts of God&rsquo;s plan of salvation.Though plural marriage was a defining test of faith for the early Church, members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints do not practice this principle today. This episode invites viewers to look at this sensitive topic with empathy, understanding, and appreciation for the faith and courage of those who lived it.*Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/donations*Sign up for our email list:https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/2078810487.htm*Download our free scripture study tool, the ScripturePlus app: https://www.scriptureplus.org/ ____________________________________________*The opinions expressed may represent the views of the individual creators or guests alone, and do not necessarily represent official positions of Scripture Central or of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.*This channel may make use of copyrighted material, the use of which has not always been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. This constitutes a 'fair use' of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. *This Channel may also make use of artwork, voices, video, and effects that are generated by AI (Artificial Intelligence). We do our best to disclose when necessary our use of AI, but know that we make regular usage of AI materials in our content. We do not use AI to deceive or mislead. #ScriptureCentral #ComeFollowMe #ChurchOfJesusChristOfLatterdaySaints

This episode explores the meaning and evolution of temple ordinances, focusing on how Joseph Smith&rsquo;s Nauvoo revelations redefined heaven as a network of eternal relationships created through sacred ceremonies. Historian Jonathan Stapley explains that ordinances like baptism for the dead, washings, anointings, and sealings were designed to bind humanity together&mdash;transforming individuals into &ldquo;kings and queens, priests and priestesses&rdquo; within the structure of heaven. The discussion traces how these temple practices developed over time and emphasizes that Latter-day Saint worship centers on building Zion through communal, relational, and covenantal connection.

Thank you for joining us at Scripture Central! We hope that you have enjoyed this content. Please leave a comment below with your thoughts and insights regarding this video and please consider subscribing to this channel and visiting our website for more content like this: https://scripturecentral.org/*Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/donations*Sign up for our email list:https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/2078810487.htm*Download our free scripture study tool, the ScripturePlus app: https://www.scriptureplus.org/ ____________________________________________*The opinions expressed may represent the views of the individual creators or guests alone, and do not necessarily represent official positions of Scripture Central or of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.*This channel may make use of copyrighted material, the use of which has not always been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. This constitutes a 'fair use' of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. *This Channel may also make use of artwork, voices, video, and effects that are generated by AI (Artificial Intelligence). We do our best to disclose when necessary our use of AI, but know that we make regular usage of AI materials in our content. We do not use AI to deceive or mislead. #ScriptureCentral #ComeFollowMe #ChurchOfJesusChristOfLatterdaySaints

Faithful Anyway - [ Sit Down with Sky ]

What if God’s standards aren’t meant to oppress us—but to set us free?In this episode of Faithful Anyway, we explore why the Family Proclamation can feel restrictive or outdated to some—and why, in reality, it’s a message of divine protection and love. Through President Dallin H. Oaks’s personal story, insights from Stephen Jones' upbringing, and a surprising discovery from an old Improvement Era book, we uncover how God’s standards invite us to become more like Him. Not to shame us, but to lift us higher.We talk about what it means to hold the standard high without losing compassion, and how we can live gospel ideals joyfully, even when life doesn’t fit the perfect picture. Together, we ask: are God’s commandments really limiting, or are they how He helps us become free?Made possible by Scripture Central.For more resources, visit www.scripturecentral.org00:00 Intro – President Oaks and the Family Proclamation00:41 Why this doctrine feels controversial today01:35 When ideals feel out of reach02:08 “Oppressive” or “outdated”? The tension many feel02:47 Lowering the bar vs. lifting higher03:58 How do we respond when truth feels unreachable?04:04 Hold the standard high04:47 Don’t lose sight of the bigger picture05:00 Hold people close – compassion and understanding05:18 Live the standard joyfully05:54 President Oaks’ example – refined by loss06:02 Are God’s standards oppressive or protective?06:09 The highway analogy – freedom within divine limits07:29 A “coincidental” story from an old Improvement Era08:09 A missionary’s tribute to his parents08:54 “Children are entitled…” – the boldest line09:14 Why God’s ideals matter10:03 Standards as invitations, not barriers10:19 Filling the gaps – how we lift where something’s broken10:32 Outro – God’s standards don’t expose our gaps, they fill them Watch more episodes of Faithful Anyway: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9P8BzNPoMc&list=PLanaM-7zlHGGI_PsKLH9ZnYUMWyEYlVuJ&pp=gAQB Subscribe for new conversations that explore how to stay true to your faith — even when it’s complex.

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