PART 1 (Section 135) Come Follow Me Insights (Doctrine and Covenants 135-136, Nov 22-28)

In this weeks episode, all of the events of Joseph and Hyrum's lives culminate in the walls of the Carthage Jail where they are murdered by a mob of angry men. Join Taylor, Tyler, and their guest, Gerrit Dirkmaat as they explore in depth the last moments of Joseph and Hyrum's lives.
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Come Follow Me Insights is a production by Book of Mormon Central, edited and produced by Benjamin Griffin with assistance from Joshua Taylor. Video recordings and audio editing by Zander Sturgill. Video subtitles/transcripts by Carol Jones and timestamps by Tammy Hulse.

Special Thanks to Taylor Halverson and Tyler Griffin for volunteering countless hours to make these videos a reality, and a very special thanks to Kiplin Griffin for content editing and review.
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0:00 Historical background leading up to the martyrdom. Church events between July 1833 and July 1834 include both internal and external tensions.
6:15 External tensions include political differences and the upcoming 1844 presidential election.
16:01 Joseph determines the Saints will need to leave the United States to find safety. A council of 50 is established to seek out a place for members to move to.
17:13 High level apostasy and the creation of the Nauvoo Expositor. The Nauvoo charter granted the city the ability to remove nuisances to the town. The press that prints the Expositor is destroyed. Joseph and Hyrum go to Iowa for safety.
23:30 Joseph is asked to return to Nauvoo. He seems to know his time on earth is coming to an end.
29:04 The fateful day of June 27, 1844. John Taylor and Willard Richards choose to stay with Joseph and Hyrum.
36:18 The mob rushed the jail. Hyrum and Joseph are killed. John Taylor is badly wounded. Willard Richards receives little harm.
49:20 D&C 135. Verses 1-3 Closing testimony and tribute to Joseph Smith. Questions are discussed about the authorship of this section.
56:08 Verse 4. On June 24, the same morning Joseph and Hyrum left for Carthage, Hyrum read Ether 12: 36-38. “And now I . . . bid farewell . . . until we shall meet before the judgment seat of Christ.”
1:00:13 The Hebrew meaning of the name Joseph is to add to or to gather. The Hebrew name for Hyrum is my brother is exalted. On the 10-year anniversary of the martyrdom, John Taylor gives his testimony as a living witness to the character and calling of Joseph Smith, the Prophet.
1:06:18 Conclusion of Part 1. Invitation extended to each of us to turn heavenward and recognize that Jesus is at the head of this work.
1:07:34 Music Video: A Poor Wayfaring Man of Grief sung by Benjamin Griffin in the Carthage Jail. A music tribute to Joseph Smith, the Prophet.
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[Bethvt]

Imagine my surprise when earlier this year I found out that Willard Richards is in my lineage! None of my family were members of the Church until the 1980"s.. How grateful I am that the missionaries phone tracked my sister and brought the Gospel to our family in these latter days. Thank you Book of Mormon Central for your commitment to teaching the truths of the scriptures! With gratitude...

[caroldavey]

Absolutely the best . I'm teaching this on Sunday - so pleased and grateful to have accessed yet more information about the Martyrdom! I love this. So special. Many thanks.

[MadelynBrownell]

I haven't been looking forward to this week in our studies because of the martyrdom of Joseph and Hyrum. Now that I've watched your instruction and inspired teachings, my heart is full of joy that we are part of the the Last Dispensation lead by the prophet Joseph Smith. Thank you for your time and testimony to bless and strengthen our testimonies.

[bethanypowell]

Dr. Dirkmaat taught me Utah History at the BYU Salt Lake Center ten years ago. I'll never forget the day that he told us the story of the martyrdom in class. I loved hearing it again on Book of Mormon Central today. He was an amazing teacher back then and has only gotten better. Thanks for having him on the podcast.

[rasberryjamalicia]

Gerrit Dirkmaat is my favorite professor I had at BYU!! I love listening to him and seeing him again!!

[TheLegalmatters]

There were many details I didnt know about the story of Joseph's and Hyrum's Martyrdom - it brought me to tears to listen to this dramatic true experience lived by these courageous men. Thank you for your insights and testimonies! I have been highly edified.

[kspiers]

Song at the end was amazing! Thank you 🙏

[jeffhottman]

Wow! I have been edified and compelled by gratitude to express my heartfelt joy of being able to participate in this podcast that has blessed my life and strengthened and broadened my testimony of the Prophet Joseph Smith. A simple “thank you “ seems inadequate but it is all I have for you right now. God bless you and know that your efforts are appreciated.

[pamweinberg]

Thank you for this much beautiful and heartbreaking teachings. Beautiful song. Joseph= add and gather
Hyrum= My brother is exalted. Thank you for wittinesses, my Lord. Many Thanks 🙏

[CadillacBunner]

A gentleman of great carriage. Brilliant comment! This was a really helpful to me

[stephenhrussell]

Thank you Benjamin for a truly remarkable and spiritually uplifting musical contribution. And, always, thanks all at Book of Mormon Central for blessing the Saints with insights and testimony. What a joy for us to be members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

[Mike-otjb]

Thank you! My testimony that Joseph Smith was the Prophet of God was strengthened while watching this episode. You are doing such an important work! God bless you in all you righteous efforts and also your families!

[neliaangeles]

We’re very appreciative of this segment. One of the best, gave more reasons to believe and gained a concrete testimony that joseph smith jr was a prophet of the restoration …. And a true prophet of God…

[elitster]

Wonderful. Praise to the man who communed with Jehovah. Also of note. Often called the 3rd martyr is righteous brother Samuel Smith who rode to Carthage but was chased by the mob. He died within a month many testify of exhaustion and effects as a result of his efforts to help his brothers that fateful day. Mother Smith lost three sons within a month.

[craigbounous]

Very powerful episode. Thank you brethren for your time, talents and testimony.

[JenniferAnnMcCaffrey]

So impactful, so moving and so inspiring ❤️ thank you all!! And thank you Benjamin for the amazing performance ❤️

[dlee]

Most incredible presentation. Many thanks to your brethren for your efforts. Seeds of insight shall continue and blossom ...

[jessicaking]

The words and the music of this episode moved me so much. Thank you all for sharing your incredible talents.

[eternity]

Dr. Dirkmaat is amazing, what a blessing to have had the opportunity to have him on this podcast! I love the guests you include on your channel!! I have learned ore from you guys than from all my life of being a faithful member. Thank you Taylor and Tyler and everyone that makes this channel possible!!

[sharancarlyle]

Great lesson. Dr. Dirkmaat was wonderful to listen too. Very touching lesson.