The Prophecies of Joseph Smith: Over 400 Prophecies By and About Joseph Smith, and Their Fulfillment [Hardcover]

Duane S. Crowther (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: 1983

Jeremiah, prophet to ancient Judah, said it: "When the word of the prophet shall come to pass, then shall the prophet be known, that the Lord hath truly sent him." Fulfillment of prophecy is the test which has been applied through the ages to identify those who truly speak in the name of God.

The Prophecies of Joseph Smith is written to bear witness that the Lord has spoken, in these last days, through Joseph Sr-Rith, the Mormon prophet.  Contained in this book are hundreds of prophetic statements which have seen full and complete fulfillment.

This unique volume cites the prophecies, describes the circumstances under which they were uttered, and then explains in detail how they were fulfilled. Not only does it report many of the prophecies made by Joseph Smith, it also documents many prophecies made by others about Joseph.  The scriptures, too, contain numerous prophecies about Joseph Smith and about the restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ in which Joseph played a prominent role.  Almost 200 of the prophecies cited are from the Bible or other scriptural sources, and the exact nature of the fulfillment of these scriptural prophecies is also recorded.

Included in the book are many detailed maps and outlines which show the major events in Joseph's life, and correlate those events with key LDS historical sources.  Also included are numerous charts, photographs and drawings which explain major prophecies, doctrinal principles, and historical events. The book is rich in historical data and the narrative is written in a smooth, readable style that will hold the interest of both young and old.

Here is a volume filled with rich insights and new understandings for the seeker of truth.  In this time of confusion, it provides knowledge and stability to those who are searching for a personal testimony of God's ministration to His people through prophets today.

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About the Author

Duane S. Crowther is a well-known theologian, lecturer and LDS author with a broad background of education and experience.  He graduated from Brigham Young University with a BA in music education, holds a Master of Arts degree from BYU in Old and New Testament, an MBA from the University of Phoenix, and has completed course work for a PhD in music education at the University of Utah.

A prolific author who seeks to serve others through his writing, Brother Crowther is the author of twenty-five books on various religious and general topics.  He also has produced more than thirty cassette tapes on theological and business-oriented themes.

Elder Crowther has had extensive Church experience, including the filling of three missions.  He has also been a Stake Mission President and Senior President of Seventies, a Sunday School Superintendent, and MIA Superintendent, an Elders Quorum President, a member of several stake boards, a director of stake and ward choirs, and has filled many callings as a teacher and teacher-trainer, including many years of service as a Gospel Doctrine class instructor.  He is a Master M-Man and an Eagle Scout.  He served as a baptizer in the Salt Lake Temple for almost a decade and as a tour host on Temple Square.

In his professional life, Brother Crowther has been an instructor and principal with the LDS seminary system and has taught music in the Utah public schools.  He has taught college courses for several Utah universities and has lectured extensively for LDS youth groups, education weeks, and business seminars.  He has written monthly columns for trade magazines on business topics.  He is president and senior editor of Horizon Publishers & Distributors, Inc., a Utah-based printing, publishing and manufacturing firm.

Elder Crowther has written and produced four patriotic pageants for the stakes and regions in his area.  Two of these, produced in conjunction with KSL and KBYU television stations, received national awards from the Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge.

He is married to the former Jean Decker, who is also an author and musician.  They are the parents of eight children and presently reside in Bountiful, Utah.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 420 pages
• Publisher: Horizon Pub & Dist Inc; Rev. and updated edition (1983)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0882902210
• ISBN-13: 978-0882902210
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 5.9 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,414,896 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Duane S. Crowther is well-known and respected as an author, theologian, lecturer and teacher. He graduated with high honors from Brigham University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in music education, then earned a Master of Arts degree majoring in Old and New Testament studies. Later, he garnered a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Phoenix, and he has completed course work for a Ph.D. in music education at the University of Utah.

A creative and prolific author, Mr. Crowther has written more than fifty books, including well-known favorites such as Prophecy--Key To The Future, Life Everlasting, The Prophecies of Joseph Smith, Gifts of the Spirit, Prophets and Prophecies of the Old Testament, and Inspired Prophetic Warnings. Other titles include The Godhead, Jesus of Nazareth--Savior and King, The Gospel Rolls Forth, How to Understand the Book of Mormon, How to Understand the Book of Isaiah, How to Write Your Personal History, Teaching Choral Concepts, You Can Read Music, and Key Choral Concepts. Several of the above titles are long-time best-sellers, with hundreds of thousands of copies in print. He also is the creator and narrator of 35 doctrinal discourses, available as cassette talk-tapes and CDs. Additionally, he is the author of numerous magazine articles on business topics and the creator of various musical compositions and choral hymn arrangements.

Mr. Crowther has written, produced and directed several national-award-winning patriotic pageants. He has lectured at numerous business and writers' seminars, BYU Education Weeks, youth conferences, and other gatherings. With his wife, he has hosted and escorted numerous travel tours to Israel and other mid-east and European countries, Central America and Mexico, Hawaii, and other destinations.

His has been a life of continued and varied service as a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He has served two full-time missions (to Central America and Mexico City) and three part-time missions. He has been a Branch President, District President, Elders Quorum President, Stake Seventies President and Stake Mission President, High Priests Group Leader, and a President and Superintendent of Ward Sunday School and YMMIA organizations. A gifted and knowledgeable teacher, he's accumulated over 25 years service as a Gospel-Doctrine-class instructor and as a teacher-trainer, in addition to filling various other ward and stake assignments. An Eagle Scout, he remains active in adult-level Scouting responsibilities. He and his wife currently are serving as workers in the Bountiful Utah Temple.

Mr. Crowther is happily married to Jean Decker. They are the parents of eight children and now have 28 grandchildren. The couple recently celebrated their golden wedding anniversary. They are long-time residents of Bountiful, Utah and remain involved in various writing and publishing activities.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Joseph Smith as a Prophet, October 20, 2006

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This review is from: The Prophecies of Joseph Smith: Over 400 Prophecies By and About Joseph Smith, and Their Fulfillment (Hardcover)

Many critics, such as the Tanners, claim that Joseph Smith never made a genuine fulfilled prophecy in his life (e.g., see the chapter "False Prophecies" in "Mormonism: shadow or reality"). However, Crowther shows that Joseph smith made several dozen prophecies that have been fulfilled, and many prophecies from antiquity have been fulfulled by him, something that could not have been faked over time and time again by Joseph smith, if, as critics believe, he were a fraud.

Over 400 prophecies from scriptural texts are dealt with in this volume. For those wishing to learn of the truthfulness of the prophetic claims of Joseph Smith, this is an important addition to one's LDS library.

5.0 out of 5 stars Profound Proof, October 11, 2011

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This is the second time that I have owned this book. My first one has come up missing. This book about Joseph Smith tells many stories about how events played out during his life and how other events affected those around him. From him being visited by angles to the deaths of those around him being famished because of what they did to the members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. If you want to learn more about the man Joseph Smith, I would highly recommend this book to those who want to know more and gain a greater testimony of his divine work on this earth.