Joseph Smith
- Proper noun:
- Founder of the Mormon Church: Joseph Smith was an American religious leader who established the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly known as the Mormon Church) in 1830.
- Proper noun:
- Joseph Smith published the Book of Mormon in 1830.
- The history of the Latter-day Saint movement begins with Joseph Smith.
- Many of the church's doctrines are based on the teachings of Joseph Smith.
"The visions of Joseph Smith": refers to the reported supernatural experiences that, according to his accounts, led to the founding of his church and the translation of sacred texts.
- The religious movement is rooted in the visions of Joseph Smith.
"The legacy of Joseph Smith": refers to the enduring impact, institutions, and controversies associated with his life and work.
- The legacy of Joseph Smith continues to shape the identity of millions of followers.
- Smith, Joseph (n): An alternative presentation of the full name.
- The Prophet Joseph Smith (n): A title commonly used by adherents to his religious movement, emphasizing his role as a prophet.
- Religious founder: A general term for someone who establishes a new religion or religious movement.
- Prophet: A person regarded as an inspired teacher or proclaimer of the will of God, a title often ascribed to him by followers.
"Joseph Smith's First Vision": A specific phrase referring to his claimed theophany in 1820, a pivotal event in Latter-day Saint theology.
- The story of Joseph Smith's First Vision is a cornerstone of Mormon faith.
"The martyrdom of Joseph Smith": A phrase referring to his death by a mob in Carthage, Illinois, in 1844.
- The martyrdom of Joseph Smith marked a critical turning point for the church.
(This term, as a specific historical figure's name, does not commonly feature in idiomatic expressions. The idioms below relate to concepts from his narrative.) - "A golden plates story": Sometimes used idiomatically to describe an account that seems extraordinary or difficult to verify, alluding to Smith's reported discovery of ancient records. - His excuse for being late was a real golden plates story.
- "To have a Mormon moment": An informal idiom referring to a period of significant public attention or scrutiny given to the LDS Church or its members.
- The political campaign caused the state to have a Mormon moment.
- religious leader who founded the Mormon Church in 1830 (1805-1844)