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Emma wanted William Marks to be the next prophet. What happened when Brigham Young & Sidney Rigdon had other plans? William Marks was so trusted by the Smith family that he helped prepare Joseph’s body for burial.  Cheryl Bruno & John Dinger, the biographers of William Marks answer. Check out our conversation…

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0:00 Reactions to Polygamy

19:16 Martyrdom of Joseph

21:01 Defending Sidney Rigdon

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  • Guest: Cheryl Bruno, John Dinger
  • Denomination: Brighamites, Community of Christ, Josephites
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  • Historical Mentions William Marks

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Cheryl Bruno & John Dinger describe the showdown between Brigham Young & Sidney Rigdon. Who did William Marks side with?
  • Date: September 5, 2024
  • Guest: Cheryl Bruno, John Dinger
  • Denomination: Brighamites, Community of Christ, Josephites
  • Church History, LDS Leaders, Martyrdom of Joseph Smith, Nauvoo, Succession Crisis
  • Historical Mentions William Marks
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