W. Cleon Skousen Insights

Mar 09 2025 204 ep. 49 mins 55
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Religious and political insights from W. Cleon Skousen

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D & C 20 - 22 The Rise of the Church of Jesus Christ

Mar 09 2025 55 mins  
Section 20 - Historical Background: Following the first vision to the young boy Joseph Smith, God gradually proceeded to work towards the establishment of his church. The angel Moroni was sent to Joseph, then to the hidden gold plates to be translated and published as the Book of Mormon; the Aaronic Priesthood was restored followed by the Melchizedek priesthood. This section lays t

The Naked Communist

Mar 05 2025 76 mins  
Communism is one of the most fantastically, persuasive philosophies you will find outside of the truth. Many people are astonished that well educated, loyal Americans would become patrons of this cult called Communism. A person only needs to get close to this alluring ideology, and unless you have a thorough understanding of sound governing principles, communism may prove to be a v

D & C 19 Publishing the Book of Mormon

Mar 02 2025 20 mins  
Section 19 - Historical Background: After the completion of the translation of the gold plates, Joseph returned to Palmyra to hire a publisher to print the manuscript, but was rejected by publishers in both Palmyra and Rochester. However, in August, 1829, Martin Harris was able to convince Grandin to publish the book but only after Martin securred the printing with one of his farms

D & C 18 The Worth of Souls is Great

Feb 23 2025 14 mins  
Section 18 - Historical Setting: Having witnessed the Gold Plates and the angel Moroni, Oliver Cowdery and David Whitmer were anxious to establish and build the kingdom of God. The Lord gives some preparatory direction, but the fulness of the gospel contained in the Book of Mormon had not yet been published. It will be 9 months before another revelation is received, during which ti

The Life of George Washington: A Reflection on America's Founding Principles

Feb 17 2025 37 mins  
Join us in this compelling episode featuring Dr. Skousen, the renowned author of "The Naked Communist" and "The Naked Capitalist," and the founder of the Freeman Institute. Dr. Skousen shares his profound insights on the origins of the United States, the founding fathers, and the enduring principles that have shaped the nation. Dr. Skousen takes us on a journey through the life of

D & C 12 - 17 Divine Revelations and Witnesses to the Book of Mormon

Feb 16 2025 41 mins  
Section 12 - Historical Background: Joseph Knight, a successful farmer living in Fayette, New York, was a loyal friend and former employer of Joseph Smith. Knowing Joseph Smith was translating the gold plates while in Harmony, Pennsylvania, Knight brought down a wagon of supplies to help Joseph and Emma. While there, he asked for a personal revelation, probably through the Urim and

D & C 10 - 11 The Lost Manuscript: A Revelation Restored

Feb 09 2025 33 mins  
Section 10: Historical background: (Note: Chronologically, this section should follow section 3) Because of the lost manuscript of the Book of Lehi, Moroni had taken from Joseph the Gold Plates and the Urim and Thummim in July, 1828. Finally, in September, 1828, they were returned to Joseph after nearly 3 months of sorrow and repentance. Recap: Joseph is reprimanded by Moroni for

The Life of Thomas Jefferson

Feb 05 2025 76 mins  
After completing the biography of "The Real Thomas Jefferson" with Andy Allison, W. Cleon Skousen gives a beautiful recap of the book and the life of this remarkable Founder. He portrays not only the life and legacy of Thomas Jefferson, but also the spirit of Thomas Jefferson, truly one of America's foremost founding fathers. Jefferson's unyielding commitment to personal integrity,

D & C 6 - 9 Oliver Cowdery's Role in the Restoration

Feb 02 2025 41 mins  
Section 6 - Historical Background: In the winter of 1828-1829, Joseph Smith faced deep anxiety as he struggled to translate the golden plates without a scribe. With Martin Harris back in Palmyra and his wife Emma busy with household chores, Joseph awaited divine intervention. The Lord answered his prayers with the arrival of Oliver Cowdery, a young schoolteacher boarding in the Smi

D & C 3 - 5 The Lost Manuscript and Divine Revelation

Jan 26 2025 34 mins  
Historical Background: After the translation of 116 foolscap pages of the Gold Plates (known as the Book of Lehi), Martin Harris pleads with Joseph to allow him to take the manuscript to Palmyra to convince his family of the genuineness of this divine project. After tireless pleadings from Martin and through Joseph, the Lord finally consents, but Harris was reckless with the docume