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Amazing Complex History of Women & Temple Sealings (Jonathan Stapley 3 of 4)
Dr. Jonathan Stapley, author of Holiness to the Lord, dives deep into the complex history of women & temple sealings, the historical evolution of the sealing ceremony, the persistent changes to the endowment, and the shifting architectural purposes of Latter-day Saint temples. https://youtu.be/9GLMfnUxqdU
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Complex History of Women & Temple Sealings: Egalitarian Sealings?
When examining the history of the sealing ceremony, Stapley points out a star...Inside LDS Temple Ceremonies (Jonathan Stapley 2 of 4)
Dr Jonathan Stapley takes us inside LDS temple ceremonies, including the Initiatory, Endowment, and Sealing ceremony changes over the years. Was the sealing ceremony more egalitarian under Joseph Smith than Brigham Young? Check out our conversation….
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Dr. Jonathan Stapley, author of Holiness to the Lord, explores the fascinating historical evolution of temple ordinances, clarifying the differences between early Kirtland practices, the introduction of Masonic elements in Nauvoo, and the shifting langu...Best Temple Prep Ever! (Jonathan Stapley)
Chapter 1 is the best temple prep book ever. I sat down with Jonathan Stapley, an award-winning historian to discuss his newest book, Holiness to the Lord: Latter Day Saint Temple Worship. During the show, Stapley was even surprised he won the “Best Temple Book of 2025” award! I thi
0:00 Award Winning Author on LDS Temple Worship
3:20 Is Temple Worship Taboo?
10:14 Required Reading for Temple Prep
17:52 Kirtland Temple Period
Demystifying the Temple Experience/Temple Prep
For many, the LDS temple can feel like a secretive or taboo topic, but Stapley’s new book aims to change...Polygamy Conference Controversies & Recap 2026
Journal of Mormon Polygamy Conference
Here is a recap of the major highlights, controversies, and presentations. https://youtu.be/IekJUmx5qK4The 1886 John Taylor Revelation
I was part of a panel discussing the 1886 John Taylor revelation, which was recently released by the Church History Library. This revelation was received around September 27, 1886, while President Taylor was in hiding from U.S. government officials due to the Edmunds Act. The original manuscript was discovered written in pencil in Taylor’s desk by his son, Apostle John W. Taylor, while settling his estate in 1887. The interpretation of this document ca...Why Janice Allred StaysWhy I Stay: Three Decades in the Pews as an Excommunicated Member
Janice Allred was excommunicated just over 30 years ago, but still attends the LDS Church!!! Why? She will talk about why she stays, and offer advice to others on how to stay if they want to. We’ll discuss how it affects her family, her testimony, and we’ll even dive into why current polygamy revisionists are getting into trouble with LDS Church leaders. Check out our conversation!
Why I Stay: Three Decades in the Pews as an Excommunicated Member
What does it look like to remain dedicated to a faith community that has form...
