Joseph Smith: BYU Speeches

Episodes

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  Joseph Smith Lecture 1: The First Vision and Its Aftermath | Truman G. Madsen | August 1978 25.09.2026 49m

  Truman Madsen speaks on Joseph Smith’s early life, First Vision, and life in the aftermath, including lessons, experiences, and consequences. Click here to view the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  A Choice Seer and Prophet | LeGrand Richards | March 1956 11.09.2026 35m

  Joseph Smith was a choice seer of the Lord, and his prophetic calling is evidenced by the indisputable value of the works which he produced. Click here to view the speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The Book of Mormon Manuscripts | Preston Nibley | April 1957 28.08.2026 30m

  Preston Nibley offers little-known insights into the history of the Book of Mormon manuscripts which help us appreciate its value as a book of scripture. Click here to view the speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The Life and Character of the Prophet Joseph Smith | William E. Berrett | April 1964 14.08.2026 34m

  Using stories from the life of the Prophet Joseph Smith to illustrate the fact that there is no man—save it be Christ—who has done more for the world, William Berrett explains that one need only to look at the life and character of the prophet to find an example of service and humility.
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  Powerful Truths that make a Difference in Our Lives | Joe J. Christensen | October 1998 31.07.2026 42m

  The revolutionary and powerful truths revealed by the Prophet Joseph Smith can change the world—and, if we are true to them, each one of us. Click here to view the speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Joseph Smith: A Revealer of Christ | Bruce R. McConkie | September 1978 17.07.2026 38m

  Joseph Smith's most important contribution as a revealer and the Prophet of the Restoration is his testimony of the Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The Restoration of the Priesthood | A. William Lund | March 1951 03.07.2026 36m

  Lack of knowledge about specific church events does not mean that we must doubt. We must only keep searching for the truth, whether by history or faith. Click here to view the speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  What Came from Kirtland? | M. Russell Ballard | November 1994 19.06.2026 47m

  We owe much to the Kirtland era of Church history. This time of the restoration is rich in visions, revealed doctrine, and essential progression.
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  Joseph Smith: “A Choice Seer” | Neal A. Maxwell | March 1986 05.06.2026 48m

  Elder Neal A. Maxwell bears powerful testimony of the choice seer Joseph Smith and his role in revealing essential truth about our Savior Jesus Christ.
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  The Importance of Asking Questions (Excerpted) | Cecil O. Samuelson | November 2001 22.05.2026 9m

  In our quest for knowledge, we must learn to ask questions - but we must learn to ask the right questions, and we must learn how to find answers. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The Value of a Good Name | L. Tom Perry | February 1997 08.05.2026 32m

  The scriptures make evident the importance that the Lord places in living up to a good name. We carry the namesake of our families and of God Himself. Click here to view the speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Lessons from Liberty Jail | Jeffrey R. Holland | September 2008 24.04.2026 45m

  What lessons does Joseph Smith's experience in Liberty Jail teach us about God's love? How can our trials be both a prison and a temple?
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  “Lightning Out of Heaven”: Joseph Smith and the Forging of Community | Terryl L. Givens | November 2005 10.04.2026 41m

  Joseph Smith ignited something in thousands of men and women that connects them to God and to each other in powerful ways.
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  Parallel Prophets: Paul and Joseph Smith | Richard L. Anderson | August 1983 27.03.2026 31m

  Richard Lloyd Anderson shares how, in many ways, the apostle Paul and Joseph Smith are similar. Both of these prophetic figures received revelation, demonstrated devoted service, and were persecuted and ultimately martyred for their testimonies.
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  The Lord God of Joseph Smith | Bruce R. McConkie | January 1972 13.03.2026 40m

  The God of Joseph Smith's time is not absent. We can come to know Him, His revelations, and His miracles, just as the Prophet did. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Joseph Smith—the Chosen of God and the Friend of Man | Ivan J. Barrett | August 1975 06.02.2026 32m

  Joseph Smith's character is perhaps one of the best manifestations of his calling. He was not only chosen of God, but a loyal friend of man.
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  Joseph Smith's Christlike Attributes | Jack H. Goaslind | June 1995 09.01.2026 35m

  Joseph Smith's Christlike attributes attest to the fact that this his greatest desire was to emulate the Savior and do His will.
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  Joseph Smith: Lover of the Cause of Christ | Heidi S. Swinton | November 2004 26.12.2025 30m

  Heidi Swinton delivers a powerful call to stand by the Prophet Joseph Smith by living for the cause he loved: the cause of Christ.
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  The Ongoing Restoration (Excerpted) | Gary E. Stevenson | August 2019 12.12.2025 27m

  Elder Stevenson shares his testimony of the ongoing Restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ. It began with Joseph Smith, and it is still happening today. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The Book of Mormon: Man-Made or God-Given? | Tad R. Callister | November 2016 28.11.2025 32m

  Many critics of the Book of Mormon have tried but failed to give a credible alternative to Joseph Smith's testimony of it. How can we know if it is true? Click here to view the speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.