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I finally give my brief history of Mormonism. This video was years in the making. Heck, production was months in the making. Much of it was filmed in April!

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Why Are Mormons?

Go to https://ground.news/mrbeat to become a smarter news consumer and stay fully informed. Subscribe through my link for 50% off unlimited access this month - the best deal of the year! Mr. Beat gives a brief history of Mormonism, a uniquely American religion. A special shout out to @MrTerry, @CynicalHistorian, and @MLaserHistory for their help making this video. Uh ok, so this is, like, the description of the video so keep reading. Produced by Matt Beat. Filmed by Matt Beat and Shannon Beat. Additional images used under fair use guidelines or found in the public domain. Creative commons credits: Aaron Shafovaloff, Don LaVange, Jon Ridinger, Ken Lund, J. Stephen Conn, Tim Stewart, Nyttend, EGDJ, and Mangoman. Music by Bad Snacks, LATASHA, Quincas Moreira, Sextile, Density & Time, and White Hex. Related videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pl8B55MqOQo&t https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cIv8xg2JxEE&t Here's an annotated script with footnotes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pzNMYHeMhrgv0AdDiiRrObszgi9Cc3EzFFjEE8vWa-U/edit?usp=sharing Sources/further reading: https://history.churchofjesuschrist.org/ https://www.mormonwomenshistoryinitiative.org/ https://scripts.nakedmormonismpodcast.com/ https://www.sltrib.com/religion/2023/06/08/new-forensic-research-provides/ https://ensignpeakfoundation.org/smith-family-log-home/ Wood, Timothy L. “The Prophet and the Presidency: Mormonism and Politics in Joseph Smith’s 1844 Presidential Campaign.” Journal of the Illinois State Historical Society (1998-) 93, no. 2 (2000): 167–93. http://www.jstor.org/stable/40193327. Hill, Marvin S. “Joseph Smith and the 1826 Trial: New Evidence and New Difficulties.” Brigham Young University Studies 12, no. 2 (1972): 223–33. http://www.jstor.org/stable/43040430. https://ensignpeakfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/MHS3.1Spring2002Garr.pdf American Crucifixion: The Murder of Joseph Smith and the Fate of the Mormon Church by Alex Beam Purchase here: https://amzn.to/3YEi1qO First Vision: Memory and Mormon Origins by Steven Harper Purchase here: https://amzn.to/48DARmC American Zion: A New History of Mormonism by Benjamin E. Park Purchase here: https://amzn.to/4hEpYFt Joseph Smith: The Making of a Prophet (A Biography) by Dan Vogel Purchase here: https://amzn.to/3UBNtVC Joseph Smith: Rough Stone Rolling by Richard L. Bushman Purchase here: https://amzn.to/40xranO https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2007/04/god-is-not-great-mormonism-a-racket-becomes-a-religion.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qcQthyiTA7c Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYesELO6axBrCuSpf7S9DQ/join For business inquiries or to send snail mail to Mr. Beat: https://www.iammrbeat.com/contact.html https://www.youtube.com/c/iammrbeat/about How to support and donate to my channel: Subscribe to @iammrbeat & hit the notification bell 🔔 Join for great perks on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iammrbeat Donate to Mr. Beat on Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/mrbeat Buy Mr. Beat a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/iammrbeat Cameo: https://www.cameo.com/iammrbeat Subscribe to my second channel: The Beat Goes On Patreon for The Beat Goes On: https://www.patreon.com/thebeatgoeson Connect with me: Links: https://linktr.ee/iammrbeat Website: https://www.iammrbeat.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebeatpod Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/mrbeat/ @beatmastermatt on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beatmastermatt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iammrbeat/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iammrbeat Beatcord: https://discord.gg/g8cZPjt TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iammrbeat Merch: https://matt-beat-shop.fourthwall.com/ https://www.bonfire.com/store/mr-beat/ https://sfsf.shop/support-mrbeat/ https://amzn.to/3fdakiZ Affiliate Links: Useful Charts: https://usefulcharts.com/?aff=12 Fourthwall: https://link.fourthwall.com/MrBeat StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5272340869152768 #mormonhistory #latterdaysaints #exmormon Mormonism describes the beliefs and traditions of members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.Mormons are both a religious and cultural group related to Mormonism. That said, you might be surprised to hear that the Latter Day Saint movement is one of the NEWEST religions. It’s only been around less than 200 years…so not that much longer than I’VE been around, yo, and I’ve been around. But DESPITE only being around for less than 200 years, more than 17 million people around the world currently follow the Latter Day Saint movement. Whether it’s because of the Book of Mormon musical that the South Park guys created or the common site of missionaries like these guys knocking on your doors, you have probably already heard of Mormonism, especially if you’re an American. So why did Mormonism become such a big deal? Here’s the story of Mormonism, a uniquely American religion.

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Adam Christians

The Book of Mormon stopped by Champaign, and it was hilarious; the team finished the performance tours at SLC.

Gael Guerard

My oldest son and his family recently moved to northern, MO, not far from Spring Hill - Adam-ondi-Ahman. Adam-ondi-Ahman (/ˈæd.əm ˈɑːn.daɪ ˈɑː.mən/, sometimes clipped to Diahman) is a historic site in Daviess County, Missouri, about five miles south of Jameson. It is located along the east bluffs above the Grand River. According to the teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, it is the site where Adam and Eve lived after being expelled from the Garden of Eden. They are LDS.

Maene Erinys

Damn, as an exmormon, I can't wait to watch your take on the Mormon church's crazy history. Decided to support you here on Patreon just to check it out ASAP.

Marice McNeil

Excellent episode! Many years ago my husband and I had a few hours to kill in Omaha,NE and we visited the Mormon Trail Center at Winter Quarters. It was really interesting, especially seeing real handcarts and imagining all these families basically walking across the country. I highly recommend it if you find yourself in Omaha looking for something to do. And you are correct; in general I've found that Mormons are exceptionally nice people.

Matt Beat

We saw a handcart as you described at the Oregon/California Trail Museum in Caspar, Wyoming, as well. I haven't been to the Mormon Trail Center in Omaha, but I shall make it a goal to visit the next time I'm up there. Thanks for the kind words!

Matt Beat

We almost drove up there for this video but got tired. Another cool place that I should have mentioned. Thanks for bringing it up!

Maene Erinys

You did! I'm the guy that commented on the video how well researched the video was. Amazing work as always, Mr Beat

Chums McGuffey

Mormons vs. Iowans would be an insane match-up for the title of "Nicest People in the US."

DANTE VERONA

If you're not already familiar you might want to look up Jimmy Snow. He's an ex Mormon and now an Atheist. He has his own channel and is also the executive producer of The Line... The Line is the best channel for critical thinking... Full disclosure: I am also financially supporting The Line on Patreon.

Gael Guerard

The Mormons were definitely industrious and for it's members it is a safe, structured way of life. I was a member for 7 years and eventually found it too patriarchal not a good fit for me. But I respect the people who belong and believe. I have known many members, some active and some inactive. I'm so glad to live in the US in the 21st century with all of our rights & freedoms. It is "a wild story.". I think sometimes good can come from bad. Hopefully that's the story with the current political unrest in our country.

Edward Goldstick

I watched it earlier today and thought it was excellent on the actual historical events and the people who animated them versus the theology and social organization outside of polygamy. I have known many Mormons over the years, too, especially when I lived in California in the late 70's and early 80's, so I agree with your suggestion that they are often very nice competent people. Thanks!