succession crisis
When Joseph Smith was killed in 1844, he had not clearly designated a successor, leading to a succession crisis. Multiple leaders claimed authority, including Brigham Young, Sidney Rigdon, and Joseph Smith III. The main church followed Brigham Young to Utah, while other groups formed separate churches. This crisis raises questions about prophetic planning and whether the current LDS Church is the legitimate continuation of Smith's original church.
Profiles with succession crisis on their "shelf":
Noal DavisBorn & raised in Norther Utah, I quickly learned that my personal value was only connected to my obedience to the Mormon faith. I was, but am no longer, a Mormon
Connor Ross AldridgeI enjoy philosophical discussions, to inquire reasonable explanations of phenomena's. I'd seek educational institutions to help the public to better understand anthropology as a scientific theory for acknowledging human origins. I was a mormon.
murphyI am a mother, a historical sites hunter, a writer, and I was a mormon.
Andy WilsonI enjoy photography, meditation, cycling, walking and travel. I am a truth-seeker. I was a mormon.
Bill ReelI love to read books, listen to podcasts, and learn new things. I love Faith Development, Mormon History, My family, and being with the most awesome friends on the planet. I was a Mormon.
rlboston92I enjoy camping, art, and amazing food. I am a very curious person and I enjoy learning about other people. I was a mormon.
Evan MullinsI'm a husband and father of 4. I am a musician, I make websites for a living and I was a mormon.Create an account to share your own story.