The Gospel Topic Essay on the Book of Mormon translation quotes Emma Smith stating, “Joseph Smith could neither write nor dictate a coherent and well-worded letter,” let alone dictating a book like the Book of Mormon. This is a very common refrain from apologists. They want to use Joseph’s lack of education and ignorance as a …
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Intuition is one of the most powerful tools we have as human beings. It guides us, protects us, and helps us navigate the complexities of life. It is that inner voice warning us of danger, confirming truth, and pushing us toward growth. The church first convinces us that our own intuition is unreliable, then tells …
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Walt Whitman Walt Whitman (1819-92) is considered to be the most important American poet of the 19th century. He published the first edition of his major work, Leaves of Grass, in 1855 and updated it throughout his life with updated editions. Whitman’s work broke away from traditional poetic forms, embracing free verse and celebrating the …
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![The young man, however, had very little formal education and was incapable of writing a book on his own, let alone translating an ancient book written from an unknown language, known in the Book of Mormon as “reformed Egyptian.” Joseph’s wife Emma insisted that, at the time of translation, Joseph “could neither write nor dictate a coherent and well-worded letter, let alone dictat[e] a book like the Book of Mormon.” - LDS Church, Gospel Topics Essays: Book of Mormon Translation | wasmormon.org](https://i0.wp.com/wasmormon.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Gospel-Topics-Essay-Book-of-Mormon-translation-Joseph-little-formal-education-and-incapable-of-writing-a-book-on-his-own.jpg?fit=1200%2C1200&ssl=1)
