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Inasmuch as this church of Christ has been reproached with the crime of fornication, and polygamy: we declare that we believe, that one man should have one wife; and one woman, but one husband...

Statement on Marriage 1835

What’s True in 132?

Explore from a faithful perspective one monogamy defender’s attempt to salvage the true doctrine of eternal marriage in Doctrine and Covenants 132.

1. Introduction: What I Believe

I used to believe the standard LDS Church narrative about polygamy, but now I believe that polygamy is not of God and that Joseph Smith never practiced it.

4. Problematic Words & Phrases

Given that 132 is presented as if in the Lord’s voice, why would He use so many phrases not found elsewhere in His revelations given through Joseph Smith as 132 is purported to be?

2. Background

According to the official History of the Church, Joseph received the revelation known as Doctrine and Covenants 132 on July 12, 1843.

5. A Verse-by-Verse Study

As we analyze each verse of section 132, it would be so convenient if we could simply identify which verses are legitimate and which ones aren’t. Unfortunately, it’s not that easy...

3. My Guidelines for Study

I believe that whatever is true in section 132 came by revelation from God through Joseph Smith, so I want to study 132’s words and phrases in comparison with other scriptures to identify God’s voice through Joseph Smith.

6. Appendices

A. What about Authority?

B. What Does it Mean that the Lord Delights in the Chastity of Women?

C. Chiastic Structure Clarifies John 14:16-17

Statement on Marriage 1835

1. Introduction: What I Believe

4. Problematic Words & Phrases

2. Background

5. A Verse-by-Verse Study

3. My Guidelines for Study

6. Appendices

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