Joseph Smith: BYU Speeches

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Joseph Smith Lecture 1: The First Vision and Its Aftermath | Truman G. Madsen | August 1978 Sep 25, 2026

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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.

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A Choice Seer and Prophet | LeGrand Richards | March 1956 Sep 11, 2026

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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.

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The Book of Mormon Manuscripts | Preston Nibley | April 1957 Aug 28, 2026

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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.

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The Life and Character of the Prophet Joseph Smith | William E. Berrett | April 1964 Aug 14, 2026

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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. Click here to view the speech.

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Powerful Truths that make a Difference in Our Lives | Joe J. Christensen | October 1998 Jul 31, 2026

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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.

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Joseph Smith: A Revealer of Christ | Bruce R. McConkie | September 1978 Jul 17, 2026

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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.

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The Restoration of the Priesthood | A. William Lund | March 1951 Jul 03, 2026

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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.

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What Came from Kirtland? | M. Russell Ballard | November 1994 Jun 19, 2026

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We owe much to the Kirtland era of Church history. This time of the restoration is rich in visions, revealed doctrine, and essential progression. Click here to view the speech.

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Joseph Smith: “A Choice Seer” | Neal A. Maxwell | March 1986 Jun 05, 2026

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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. Click here to view the speech.

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The Importance of Asking Questions (Excerpted) | Cecil O. Samuelson | November 2001 May 22, 2026

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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.

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