Doctrine and Covenants 128

The Angel Raphael and Other Ninja Turtles

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The Angel Raphael and Other Ninja Turtles - Read the Truth

Introduction This episode turns to a set of historical and theological questions that arise from Joseph Smith’s revelations, especially those surrounding the angels named in Doctrine and Covenants 128. Among the angels Joseph lists are Michael and Gabriel, both explicitly identified by Joseph as Adam and Noah, respectively. But the third figure, Raphael, is mentioned … Read more

The Angel Gabriel and a Good Old-Fashioned Feet Dusting

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The angel Gabriel and Joseph Smith

Introduction This episode turns again to the early years of the Restoration, tracing Joseph Smith’s travels, the revelations connected to those journeys, the attitudes of various communities toward the Saints, and the appearance of angelic beings who declared their dispensations and priesthood keys. By examining historical accounts, including Joseph Smith’s own writings, the Doctrine and … Read more