History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saint (Volume 1, V. 2); An Introduction and Notes (Paperback)

This historic book may have numerous typos, missing text or index. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. 1904. Not illustrated. Excerpt: ... CHAPTER XIX. THE PROPHET'S RETURN FROM MICHIGAN TO KIRTLAND--HIS ADDRESS TO THE ELDERS OF THE CHURCH. Minutes oj the High Council at Kirtland--Trial of Almon W. Babbitt. On the 19th, a charge was preferred before a council of the Presidency, against Elder Almon W. Babbitt, for not keeping the Word of Wisdom; for stating the Book of Mormon was not essential to our salvation, and that we have no articles of faith except the Bible. Elder J. B. Smith testified that Elder Babbitt had assumed the prerogative of dictating to him in his preaching; and that he was not keeping the Word of Wisdom. Elder Babbitt said that he had taken the liberty to break the Word of Wisdom, from the example of President Joseph Smith, Jun., and others, but acknowledged that it was wrong; that he had taught the Book of Mormon and Commandments as he had thought to be wisdom, and for the good of the cause; that he had not intended to dictate to Elder J. B. Smith, but only to advise with him. The council reproved Elder Babbitt, and instructed him to observe the Word of Wisdom, and commandments of the Lord in all things; also that it is not advisable for any Elder to take his wife with him on a mission to preach. Warren Parrish, Clerk. Conjerence at Saco, Maine. Seven of the Twelve met in conference at Saco, Maine, August 21st. The church in that place numbered fifty-seven; the Dover branch in New Hampshire, eight. The council gave instructions on the redemption of Zion, the building of the Temple in Kirtland, and the printing of the word of God to the nations, etc., etc.; and some were added to the Church during their stay. The church in Saco contributed seventy or eighty dollars to assist the Twelve to return home, which the Twelve recorded as a memento in their behalf, according to covenant. ...