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Think Celestial – Celestial Marriage in Mormonism Before 1890 Jan 18, 2024

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In this episode of “Think Celestial – Celestial Marriage Before 1890” we embark on a journey through the annals of Mormon history to unravel the definition of Celestial Marriage as well as “The New and Everlasting Covenant” before the pivotal year of 1890 when Wilford Woodruff issued the Manifesto marking the beginning steps of ending polygamy. Join our hosts Bill Reel and RFM as they meticulously examine historical documents and quotes from early leaders, shedding light on the evolution of Mormon theology within the LDS Church. Delving into the depths of polygamy and plural marriage, we explore how “Celestial Marriage” & “The New and Everlasting Covenant” were distinctly defined in the early days of Mormonism. Through the lens of primary sources and firsthand accounts, our hosts navigate the changing landscapes of doctrine, uncovering a fascinating contrast between the historical understanding and the modern interpretation of Celestial Marriage. As the hosts dissect archival materials, listeners gain insight into the complexities, controversies, and transformations that shaped the concept of eternal marriage in the early years of the LDS Church. “Think Celestial” invites you to reconsider preconceptions and delve into the rich historical context surrounding Celestial Marriage, bridging the gap between past and present perceptions. Join us in this exploration of Mormonism’s journey, where the celestial union took on different meanings, offering a thought-provoking glimpse into the foundations that have shaped the modern LDS understanding of eternal marriage. S9b0R2OBBGyoGzXhhTb7

RESOURCES:

https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/The_Seer/Volume1/No1/Celestial_Marriage?oldid=398146

https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Journal_of_Discourses/Volume_13/Celestial_Marriage_%28Cannon%29?oldid=469449

http://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/cgi-bin/showfile.exe?CISOROOT=%2FNCMP1847-1877&CISOPTR=2928&filename=892111612102005_iac42_1_031210_125758.pdf Celestial Marriage, by Orson Pratt (Journal of Discourses 1:53-66) (mrm.org)

https://scholarlypublishingcollective.org/uip/dial/article-pdf/44/4/43/1960452/dialjmormthou.44.4.0043.pdf

https://archive.org/details/discoursesoncele00prat/mode/2up?view=theater

https://archive.org/details/discoursesoncele00prat/mode/2up?view=theater (three early leaders all in one) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Celestial_marriage#CITEREFPratt1869

https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Journal_of_Discourses/Volume_13/Celestial_Marriage_%28Pratt%29?oldid=469442

https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Journal_of_Discourses/Volume_13/Celestial_Marriage%2C_etc.?oldid=469378

https://www.eugeneengland.org/on-fidelity-polygamy-and-celestial-marriage (not useful for research but to help the reader appreciate how detrimental polygamy is to women)

https://jod.mrm.org/1/53 (Pratt’s 1852 treatise to fully explain the doctrine/theology behind plural marriage

https://archive.org/details/TheSeer18531854

https://scholarlypublishingcollective.org/uip/dial/article-pdf/44/4/43/1960452/dialjmormthou.44.4.0043.pdf

https://web.archive.org/web/20100724211938/http://www.mormonfundamentalism.com/NEWFILES/IsPMRequiredToday.htm

https://web.archive.org/web/20100724211938/

http://www.mormonfundamentalism.com/NEWFILES/IsPMRequiredToday.htm

https://web.archive.org/web/20100925074920/http://i4m.com/think/temples/celestial_marriage.htm

https://archive.org/details/patriarchalorder00spen/page/n5/mode/2up?view=theater

https://mormonpolygamydocuments.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Celestial_Marriage_Revelations.pdf

Mormon Church Hires LGBT Ally as Head Spokesman – The Mormon Newscast 005 Jan 16, 2024

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Mormon Church Hires LGBT Ally as Head Spokesman will be our lead story tonight. We will also be covering some news about Tim Ballard, Chad Daybell, an Alcohol trademark violation in Utah, and Grant Hardy’s Annotated Book of Mormon!

Hamlet: Act I, scene 2: A Little More than Kin and Less than Kind: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 003 Jan 15, 2024

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Making Shakespeare fun and easy!

Join us with our exploration of Hamlet in this overview of Act I, scene 2!

Come and Partake of the Fruit: Mormon Sunday School: 003 Jan 15, 2024

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RFM does an in depth comparison of Lehi’s Dream of the Tree of Life in the Book of Mormon with a dream of Joseph Smith’s father in 1811.

The results are astonishing!

**Temple Madness: Mormonism Live: 162** Jan 11, 2024
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Join us for a special episode of “Mormonism LIVE” titled “Temple Madness,” where we’re turning the spotlight on the lighter side of LDS temple experiences. In this unique and entertaining episode, we invite callers from the Mormon community to share their funniest, craziest, wackiest, and most bizarre temple stories that have occurred in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints other Mormon sects. RFM and Bill Reel will be joined by Rebecca Bibliotheca and they will kick off the episode by sharing some amusing anecdotes of their own, setting the tone for a lighthearted and humorous exploration of temple-related tales. From unexpected encounters to quirky traditions, “Temple Madness” aims to showcase the human side of the Mormon experience within its sacred walls. “Temple Madness” promises to be a one-of-a-kind episode that fosters a sense of community while embracing the shared joy found in the sometimes unexpected and amusing moments within the Mormon temple tradition. Tune in for an unforgettable night of laughter and connection on “Mormonism LIVE – Temple Madness.” 02:00 Intro 06:10 Maven learns about the oaths 09:40 Wendy ___________________ Welcome to “Mormonism Live,” the ultimate talk show that delves into the messiness of Mormon history and theology while also tackling current events with a live call-in section at the end of every episode. Hosted by two trusted voices in the Mormon community, Radio Free Mormon (RFM) and Bill Reel, this podcast has been taking on the tough issues and exploring the nuances of the LDS faith for years. Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: https://mormonismlive.org/2020/12/mormonism-live/?default_interval=m Take a look at our Merch! https://www.exmoshirts.com/collections/mormondiscussions Sign up for our (mostly) quarterly newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hrnr4P Our Platforms: MormonDiscussions.org, MormonismLIVE.org Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19LxPcTdYUeBhEqUaZNCFm Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mormonism-live/id1546629841 Connect on Social Media: Private facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1307897462893835 Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mormondiscussion/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mormondiscussion Discord (hosted by Mormon Stories): https://discord.com/invite/kuX5p6yyjF https://twitter.com/MormonDisc Contact us: MormonDiscussionsPodcasts@gmail.com #MormonismLive #MormonDiscussions #RadioFreeMormon Mormon Discussion Inc is a 501(c)(3) and is in the arena of journalistic work and is part of a free press. Any of the awesome content or the solid opinions expressed, implied or included in Mormon Discussion Inc’s podcast lineup and production are solely those of Mormon Discussion Inc. and/or its program hosts and not those of Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

A Tale of Two Testimonies: Mormon Sunday School: 001 Jan 08, 2024

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Join Radio Free Mormon as we begin our study of the Book of Mormon using the Sunday School materials for the LDS Church.

Where you learn the stuff you’re never gonna hear in regular Sunday school!

Hamlet–Introduction: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 001 Jan 08, 2024

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Join us as we make Shakespeare fun, easy and fabulous! The way it was meant to be!

We begin this series with an introduction to the greatest of all Shakespeare plays–HAMLET!

Hamlet, Act I, scene 1: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 002 Jan 08, 2024

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Today we jump with both feet into the first scene of Hamlet! What other play has a ghost appearing not once, but twice, in the very first scene?! Hamlet is the best play ever written!

The Slaying of Laban: Mormon Sunday School: 002 Jan 08, 2024

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RFM covers 1 Nephi 1-5, with special emphasis on the problematic story of Nephi murdering Laban!