The First Vision: A Harmonization of Ten Accounts from the Sacred Grove - Hardcover

Matthew B. Christensen

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1462115047 ISBN 13: 9781462115044

Publisher: Cedar Fort Publishing & Media, 2014

Synopsis

Besides the account of the First Vision as told in Joseph Smith - History, Joseph Smith himself wrote or dictated at least three other accounts of the event. Matthew Christensen compiles Joseph's accounts with those from his contemporaries into one narrative. Gain fresh insight into this most important of events with this beautifully designed and illustrated keepsake.

About this title

About the Author

Matthew B. Christensen was raised in Edmonds, Washington and now resides in Provo, Utah. He is married and has have four children. Matthew attended Brigham Young University and received his Bachelor's degree in public relations and his Master's degree in public management. Matthew is a donor liaison at LDS Philanthropies, a department of the Presiding Bishop's Office in the The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He is passionate about the Restored gospel and enjoys reading, learning, and teaching the revelations of the Restoration. He has served in a variety of callings and embraces all teaching opportunities he gets. Some of his other experiences include teaching Book of Mormon and Doctrine & Covenants courses at BYU as an adjunct instructor. Though this is Matthew's first publication, he is no stranger to publishing. He contributed to researching and writing the last eleven books of the late Joseph Fielding McConkie.

From the Inside Flap

Step into the Sacred Grove as you open the pages of this fascinating history. And learn anew of Joseph's humility, diligence, and faith―and the miraculous answer to his simple prayer.
This beautiful book contains color-coded excerpts from all ten accounts of the First Vision that were written or published during Joseph Smith's lifetime. These rare eyewitness records share unique insights into the boy Joseph. With a gorgeous design and stunning full-color photos, this book is sure to become a keepsake in your home for years to come.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cedar Fort Publishing & Media
• Publication date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1462115047
• ISBN 13: 9781462115044
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 64