51: John C. Bennett Pt 2 - Allegations of Homosexuality

51: John C. Bennett Pt 2 - Allegations of Homosexuality

Author: Mormon Stories Podcast February 10, 2024 Duration: 1:57:36

The team discusses controversial allegations of sexual impropriety against Joseph Smith and John C. Bennett in Nauvoo, the existence of the Danites as a violent vigilante group, Bennett's subsequent exposes of Mormonism after his excommunication, the succession crisis and various Mormon offshoots after Joseph Smith's death, and questions around the authenticity of Mormon truth claims such as the golden plates. There is debate around the accuracy of some historical sources, as well as acknowledgment that early Mormonism contained cult-like elements such as polygamy and unquestioning loyalty tests.Episode Show Notes

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