All Things Must Be Done in Order
D&C 28, 43
A series of revelations early in Church history established Joseph Smith as the Lord's mouthpiece for the Church.
Revelations in Context
Learn the stories behind the sections of the Doctrine and Covenants, including new insights from the Joseph Smith Papers (index by section number).
Articles in this series:
Joseph Smith’s Bible Translation
D&C 45, 76, 77, 86, 91
Joseph Smith's translation of the Bible served as a catalyst for several revelations now canonized in the Doctrine and Covenants.
The Faith and Fall of Thomas Marsh
D&C 31, 112
Thomas B. Marsh was the first president of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles before dissensions cost him two decades of Church membership.
The Book of John Whitmer
D&C 47, 69
John Whitmer was a reluctant servant when he received the call of historian early in Church history, but he was directed in his office by revelation.
‘The Vision’
D&C 76
A glimpse into the eternities shown to Joseph Smith and Sidney Rigdon in 1832 so impacted the Church that it became known simply as“the Vision.”
A Mission to the Lamanites
D&C 28, 30, 32
Oliver Cowdery, Parley P. Pratt, Peter Whitmer Jr., and Ziba Peterson were called to preach to the Lamanites. Their mission would have far-ranging consequences for the future of the Church.
The Journey of the Colesville Branch
D&C 26, 51, 54, 56, 59
From New York to Missouri, a group of Saints from Colesville remained loyal to Joseph Smith and true to the Church he founded.