Publisher's Synopsis
The Origin of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and the Question of Succession is a book written by Elder Joseph F. Smith Jr. that explores the history of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (RLDS Church) and the question of succession after the death of Joseph Smith, the founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. The book provides a detailed account of the events that led to the formation of the RLDS Church and the controversies surrounding the succession of Joseph Smith. It examines the various claims to leadership of the Latter Day Saint movement, including those of Brigham Young, Sidney Rigdon, and James Strang, and the eventual emergence of the RLDS Church under the leadership of Joseph Smith III. Elder Joseph F. Smith Jr. was a prominent leader in the RLDS Church and the grandson of Joseph Smith. He brings a unique perspective to the topic, drawing from his personal experience and knowledge of the history of the movement. The book is well-researched and provides a comprehensive overview of the origins of the RLDS Church and its place in the broader history of the Latter Day Saint movement.1909. Part one of this book contains the discourse delivered in Ogden on the Origin of the Reorganized Church; part two contains the discourse on the Succession in the Presidency, and part three deals with the most prominent differences existing between the Church and the Reorganization, wherein they accuse us of departing from the doctrines of the Prophet Joseph Smith. This matter in part three is added by request of a number of parties who have had to meet the sophistry of the Reorganite missionaries. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
