Podcasts about Zelph

We'll discuss the revelations from 1834-1838 including the uncanonized Zelph Revelation. In 1834, Joseph Smith changed the name of the church from Church of Christ to Church of the Latter Day Saints. Check out our conversation... https://youtu.be/ogCyg94XghM Copyright © 2025 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved Except for book reviews, no content may be reproduced without written permission Uncanonized Zelph Revelation One particularly intriguing inclusion in Hocking's book, treated as a revelation although not canonized by the LDS Church today, is the account of Zelph. This account originates from Joseph Smith's history and details an experience while roving over the plains of the Nephites during Zion's Camp. Joseph Smith described discovering a skeleton. Through a vision or revelation, he understood that the person was "a white Lamanite, a large thick set man, and a man of God" named Zelph. Zelph was identified as "a warrior and a chieftain under the great prophet Onandagus who named from the eastern sea." The eastern sea is likened to Lake Ontario. The account describes Zelph's injuries, including a broken side caused by a stone from a sling and death from an arrow found among his ribs during a battle. Hocking notes that B.H. Roberts, in a book written before his involvement with History of the Church, also discussed Zion's Camp passing mysterious earth mounds, which Roberts suggested were related to the Nephites, Lamanites, or people of Jared. Hocking sees Joseph Smith's account of finding Zelph as a way of demonstrating a physical witness of the Book of Mormon peoples. Joseph Smith, having provided the spiritual testimony through the translated book, was now offering a physical witness for those on the journey. Those who went on Zion's Camp reportedly stayed faithful, potentially due to this physical witness. While the story of Zelph might seem "fantastical" to some, and perhaps for this reason it hasn't been canonized by the modern LDS church, Hocking includes it because Joseph Smith presented it as a revelation where the heavens were opened and the Almighty gave him understanding. Later Revelations and Profound Connections Moving into the later period (1838-1843), which includes the Nauvoo temple era, Hocking's book covers 20 revelations. He also includes statements from Joseph Smith that he treats "as if they're revelations because they're statements." One powerful example is found in what is now Section 128 of the Doctrine and Covenants. While in hiding, Joseph Smith wrote a letter to the church about baptisms for the dead. Within this letter, he includes what Hocking calls a "poetical utterance," similar to passages in Nephi or Lehi. Joseph Smith speaks of glad tidings from Cumorah and Moroni, the voices of Peter, James, and John on the banks of the Mississippi, the voice of the Heavenly Father, and significantly, the voices of Michael the archangel, Gabriel, Raphael, and "diverse angels from Michael or Adam down to the present time." These angels are described as declaring their dispensations, rights, honors, keys, majesty, glory, and priesthood power. Hocking found this section particularly striking after studying the Book of Enoch, which features conversations with Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael. He posits that Joseph Smith is a "new Enoch," drawing parallels between their lives. Furthermore, Hocking discovered profound correlations between Joseph Smith's translation work and other ancient texts. He highlights the Joseph Smith Translation of Genesis 18, where three men who visit Abraham are identified as "angels which were holy men and they were sent after the order of God," in contrast to the King James Version which simply calls them "three men". Comparing this to the Book of Jasher (published 10 years after Joseph Smith's revelation), Hocking found a passage stating, "and the Lord appeared unto him at the plain and sent three of his ministering angels." Delving deeper,

The usual TSFU content is back in full swing over on Patreon! They're more than TWO weeks ahead- Patrons got episode 175 this week!In this episode Ash and Kristen give you a little breather from the heavy topics they've had on deck recently - check out the Patreon to see what you've been missing! The gals talk about how the kids in different religions beat around the bush so Jesus doesn't see. Make sure to follow along with the lyrics in this post on our FREE Patreon (must sign up to view)! And watch the music videos in the show notes if you have time, they're hilarious!The Loophole by Garfunkel and OatesCatholic Girls by Frank ZappaLoophole by Noel MillerSoakin' USA by Zelph on the Shelf-Audio editing by Gaytrice Perdue.

On this episode I'm chatting with David Franks, co-founder of Kick Game and building Zelph, and we're discussing whether D2C exits are back. Which is topical as VGC just bought a controlling stake in Kick Game.We rewind and get a sense of those early days of Kick Game, the power of celebrity collaborations, why they bucked the trend during COVID and pushed hard on their bricks and mortar strategy, why they sold their stake to VGC and transition into their new roles and then we switch gears to talk about Zelph - a solution to that aims to help Retailers, Brands and Suppliers manage and scale their marketplace & dropship businesses.This podcast is brought to you by our mates at Shopify.Shopify is a key player that's revolutionising retail by empowering unified commerce across online, offline, and wholesale channels. With one of the largest and robust ecosystems among commerce platforms, we're excited to have them join us on this podcast journey. Check them out here.Checkout Factory here.Sign up to our newsletter here.

Join host Megan Connor in a profound conversation with ex-Mormon content creators, Samantha and Tanner from Zelf on the Shelf, as they explore the transformative journey of midlife. This episode dives deep into their experiences of leaving the Mormon Church, confronting societal norms, and redefining personal meaning. They discuss pivotal "treadmill moments" that led to their personal revolutions, the therapeutic use of psychedelics, and the critical role of grief and community in healing. From battling cultural shame to embracing self-expression and growth, this dialogue is an enlightening look at how one can navigate life's halfway point with authenticity, courage, and a spirit of rebellion against outdated constructs. Tune in for insights on un-shaming personal desires, the importance of collective healing, and how to find joy and purpose in life's later chapters. Check out Zelph on the Shelf Patreon.Zelph on the Shelf Patreon

LISTEN:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/re-platform-replatforming-podcast/id1488091548 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/25sR2mHAFdsVmrZoHMibzZAmazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/6b90a9bb-1554-4d79-849f-066f6139346b/re-platform---ecommerce-cx-and-technology-podcastFOLLOW US:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inside-commerce/ ABOUT THIS EPISODE:In this episode of the Inside Commerce podcast, Paul Rogers speaks with David Franks, co-founder of Zelph, a SaaS platform designed to help brands and retailers expand their product catalogues without holding inventory.Zelph's tech is proven at scale, having been built originally to power Kick Game's ecommerce marketplace, processing £50m+ GMV annually.David shares insights into the challenges faced while scaling Kick Game, the demand for inventory solutions, and the technical complexities involved in building Zelph. The conversation also explores market trends, misconceptions about drop shipping, and the seamless integration of Zelph with Shopify, emphasising the importance of inventory management and strategic pricing for profitability.Paul and David also discuss the current ecommerce landscape, focusing on the integration capabilities of Zelph with platforms beyond Shopify, the dominance of Shopify in the market, the potential of circular marketplaces, and the future vision for Zelph, including AI-driven innovations and market strategies.Key takeaways:Inventory risk is a significant concern for many retailers.Standardising supplier data is a complex challenge.Marketplaces are evolving into ecosystem builders.Margins can be profitable with strategic pricing and negotiation.Inventory management is automated to ensure accuracy.Zelph will extend to other platform integrations, with Magento a focusCircular marketplaces are gaining traction, but brands need to offer incentives.The resale market is growing, especially among younger consumers.Brands must be intentional in their approach to resale to avoid low volume.Zelph aims to redefine how brands and retailers scale their offerings.AI will play a crucial role in supplier matching and catalogue management.

Many of us who are ex-religious can pinpoint a moment when everything came crashing down. Today, we are talking through those moments. They run the gamut—from reading multiple accounts of Joseph Smith's First Vision and hearing Jeffrey R. Holland's “musket fire” talk to having a friend come out as gay and watching a Scientology documentary that felt eerily familiar. These moments are fascinating, as is reflecting on all the things we put up with before the shelf got too heavy. Remember, shelf-breaker, don't you mess around with me!  You can find more of Sam & Tanner at @zelphontheshelf on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube! Jeffrey R. Holland "musket fire" talk: https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/elder-jeffrey-r-holland-2021-byu-university-conference Under the Banner of Heaven: https://www.hulu.com/series/under-the-banner-of-heaven-9c4ae394-e9c4-4a6d-985e-314270602c6b?&cmp=7958&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=BM+Search+TV+Shows&utm_term=under%20the%20banner%20of%20heaven&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwgdayBhBQEiwAXhMxtkzA4M6JUjEYG7e3NtRwoH8QXkvIrCdnBCVQTCs_ouQ3oNNFIX4Z_BoCrj8QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds Multiple "First Vision" accounts: https://www.josephsmithpapers.org/site/accounts-of-the-first-vision Try Comfort Cove, the comfy workout tops you won't want to take off and use code GIRLSCAMP for 15% off at comfortcoveclothing.com and check out the pieces further on Instagram @comfort.cove Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A lot of people have opinions about Zelph, the mysterious character mentioned by Joseph Smith, during Zion's Camp. This is Jerry Grover's opinion. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wardradio/support

Behold, the legend of Zelph, the elusive and mysterious warrior prince of Zion's Camp march! In this episode, Don Bradley tells us what we know and don't know about this strange figure and how we all might of missed what Joseph Smith was talking about when he spoke of Zelph! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wardradio/support

  In this episode of The Interpreter Radio Show, our hosts are Terry Hutchinson, John Gee, and Kevin Christensen. They discuss Come, Follow Me New Testament lesson 24, Zelph, Egyptian archeology, Church finances, the recent BYU New Testament Commentary Conference, and Mothers' Day. You can listen to or download the May 14th broadcast of the […] The post Interpreter Radio Show — May 14, 2023 first appeared on The Interpreter Foundation.

Samantha Shelley from Zelph in the Shelf rejoins the podcast! We talk about building a joyful relationship to food by savoring our experience, Taoism and the power of presence, Mormon young adult fiction, and Samantha's upcoming performance at Something Cool on a Friday Night on March 31 in SLC!Sam is hands down one of our favorite humans! Can't wait for you to listen...Links:Zelph on the Shelf YouTubeInstagram: @thesampsoSam's Coaching WebsiteZelph on the Shelf PatreonSomething Cool on a Friday Night (Live Music event in SLC):Grab your Ticket!** 21+ Event **$ Donation based (pay what you can)Friday, March 31 @ 8:00pm (Doors open @ 7:30pm)Come party with us on March 31! 8 pm - as long as the party keeps going! Featuring several local bands, artists and DJs.BYOBMormons on Mushrooms – Ways to ContributeOur podcast is supported by our amazing listeners and magical community. If you'd like to energetically contribute to what we're creating, there are several ways to do so:Become a PatreonSend a Contribution (buy us a booch)!Purchase Mormons on Mushrooms Merchandise

Feb. 26, 2023 Greetings brothers and sisters! Welcome to the weekly MormonNewsRoundup where Al, the WhiteCatProphecy and Dives ruminate on the great and spacious beehive! Full Title Feb. 26, 2023 EP 48 - @whitecatprophcy co-hosts, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints fined by the Securities and Exchange Commission, and Pres. Biden visits Ukraine. Connect with Dives, Al and the WhiteCatProphecy! www.MormonNewsRoundup.org kolob@mormonnewsroundup.org Voicemail Twitter YouTube Official Sponsor Music MormonMovieReviews WhiteCatProphecy Support this Podcast Patreon Thanks to Sophrina as our newest patreon subscriber! Welcome to the MormonNewsRoundup! Follow-ups Bills requiring clergy to report abuse discloses won't advance in Utah legislature Ex-youth leader admits sexually abusing Utah boy while paying hush money Proposition 8 is back in the news in California Biden visits Ukraine MNRU Poll of the week Why hasn't President Nelson visited Ukraine since the war began one year ago? Ukraine has absolutely no good fishing spots. NO CAP The Ukrainian people keep stubbornly using the term Mormon Wendy Nelson prefers traveling to Hawaii or to the newest exotic temple locales on the luxury 1st presidency jet He is far too busy making clandestine trips to Adam Ondi Ahman and Zelph's tomb After his miraculous flight of death, RMN's a little squeamish about flying coach Volodymyr Zelenskyy is WAY younger than the folks with whom President Nelson usually hangs out Ukrainian Latter Day Saints haven't been doing their ministering and chapel toilet cleaning Church settles case with SEC over financial reporting MNRU Question of the week How do you feel about the SEC fining the Church and Ensign Peak advisors? Utah files lawsuit against SEC days after commission's announced settlement with LDS Church Huge Guests/Shows, Coming up Rebecca Bibliteca next week John Hamer March 12 Sophronia: Special guest host on March 19th Jonathan Streeter of TATAS near future --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mormonnewsroundup/support

Born into a box, or molded and shaped into a box? Tanner and Sam had different experiences having to conform to Mormon standards, ways of thinking and outward presentation even when those perspectives were negative towards themselves. Having left the church, they have blossomed into a brighter and more colorful version of themselves that feels authentic to who they really are or were all along. Let's talk about cringy things we did as Mormons, faith crisis spirals and psychedelic awakenings!Click here to watch the episode on YouTube!(Clickable Time Stamps Available on YouTube)IntroSam's shift in identity after converting Cringy things we did as Mormons How Tanner & Sam's personality was affected by Mormonism Did Sam feel pressure to become a Mormon housewife?Sam's faith crisis 1 month after her temple marriageRedefining and understanding their identity after deconstructingDiscovering themselves through psychedelicsPsychedelics in regards to the human experienceHow to find Sam and Tanner!About Zelph On the Shelf!Zelph on the Shelf (ZOTS) is a post-religious infotainment brand run by two best friends Samantha and Tanner. The first major ex-Mormon YouTube channel featuring younger generation creatives, ZOTS blends intellectual insight with creative chaos and heart-warming hilarity to show the world just how fulfilling, whacky, and wonderful life is after religion.Find Zelph On the Shelf!YouTube:  @ZelphOntheShelf LinkTreeInstagram: @Zelphontheshelf_Facebook: Zelph On the Shelf CommunityTikTok: @ZelphontheshelfofficialPatreon:https://www.patreon.com/zelphontheshelf Support ShelisePatreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcastFind Shelise on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousnessHost Instagram @sheliseannTikTok @cults.to.consciousnessTwitter @cultstoconTheme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara**Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.**

Joined by the awesome duo from Zelph On the Shelf, we take a peek behind the curtain of an LDS convert and a missionary to compare notes! What was it like converting to Mormonism in England & what was it like being the converter with a quota to reach? Two incredibly interesting perspectives! Click here to watch the episode!Chapter Markers Clickable on YouTubeIntroWhat does Zelph On the Shelf mean?Sam's conversion to MormonismBeing Mormon in England Easier to convert certain groups of people?Why some people might convert Did Sam have spiritual confirmation that the church was true?Are missions more about numbers than connections?Unintentional missionary manipulation Tanner's unfiltered mission experience Missionary service retention decreasingErasing cultural identitiesConversions for ulterior motives? Will the church double down on its rules? When did Tanner lose his faith?False history taught on missionsSam's experience as a new convertSam's de-conversion processHow to find Zelph On the Shelf!About Zelph On the Shelf!Zelph on the Shelf (ZOTS) is a post-religious infotainment brand run by two best friends Samantha and Tanner. The first major ex-Mormon YouTube channel featuring younger generation creatives, ZOTS blends intellectual insight with creative chaos and heart-warming hilarity to show the world just how fulfilling, whacky, and wonderful life is after religion.Find Zelph On the Shelf!YouTube:  @ZelphOntheShelfLinkTreeInstagram: @Zelphontheshelf_Facebook: Zelph On the Shelf CommunityTikTok: @ZelphontheshelfofficialPatreon:https://www.patreon.com/zelphontheshelf Support ShelisePatreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcastFind Shelise on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousnessHost Instagram @sheliseannTikTok @cults.to.consciousnessTwitter @cultstoconTheme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara**Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.**

Tanner Gilliland rejoins the podcast and we could not be more smitten as we talk all about art, creativity, psychedelics, communal experiences and so much more!  About Tanner:Tanner is a Utah-based artist, musician, and comedian most known for his work on the post-Mormon YouTube channel, Zelph on the Shelf.Instagram: @tannerg_artVenmo: @Tanner-GillilandZelph on the ShelfMormons on Mushrooms – Ways to ContributeOur podcast is supported by our amazing listeners and magical community. If you'd like to energetically contribute to what we're creating, there are several ways to do so:Join our CommunityBecome a PatreonSend a Contribution (buy us a booch)!Purchase Mormons on Mushrooms Merchandise

Join Margi and John for our next episode of Thrive Stories. Samantha Shelley (co-host of Zelph on the Shelf) will be stopping by the studio to share her journey from childhood growing up in England in an atheist/agnostic home through her teen years where she converted to Mormonism and into young adulthood when Sam left the church and began to rebuild her life and sense of self. We will talk about the wounds that emerged during those years as well as how Sam coped. If you have ever wondered about what it means to heal ourselves, this is the conversation for you! If you are interested in hearing more about reparenting, conscious coping, healing, or if you just want to hear some wisdom from Samantha--we would love to have you join us! Samatha's Coaching Practice:  Thesamspo instagram:  Samantha's spotify:  Sam & Tanner's Mormon Stories Episode:  Attached book:  How to change your mind:  ​“My dad wrote a porno” podcast (British):  Inner Bonding - Margaret Paul (Book):  Eckhart Tolle -  The Power of Now:  A New Earth:  Tara Brach True Refuge:  Radical Acceptance:  Tao de Ching:  The Tao of Pooh:  The Comfort Crisis:  ————— We are 100% donor funded! Please click HERE to donate and keep this content coming! Click here to donate monthly: $10 $25 $50 ————— MSP on Spotify MSP on Apple Podcasts MSP Blog Instagram Patreon TikTok Discord Contact Us! *MormonStories@gmail.com *PO Box 171085 Salt Lake City, UT 84117

Teal Swan is a highly controversial New Age guru with millions of online followers.  Teal specifically markets her services to vulnerable, often suicidal individuals, and advances highly controversial and/or damaging beliefs and techniques including: Encouraging graphic suicidal ideation. Nurturing false memories and false accusations of ritual abuse by family members through thoroughly debunked recovered memory techniques. Waterboarding as a trauma treatment. Downplaying the severity of death by suicide by likening it to “hitting the reset button” into a future reincarnated life. Teal's practices are covered more thoroughly in the recently released Hulu series entitled “The Deep End.” Several deaths by suicide have been attributed to Teal's practices. In today's episode we interview Diana Hansen Ribera, who was one of Teal's closest childhood and adolescent friends.  In her interview, Diana provides thorough detail to challenge Teal's false claims of being a victim of satanic ritual abuse and sex trafficking as a child, and explains how Teal developed her coercion skills and harmful techniques with Diana — that Teal would eventually employ on a broader scale. Warning: This interview contains graphic and disturbing content.  Viewer and listener discretion is advised. Show Notes: Zelph on the Shelf YT channel Zelph on the Shelf MS episode The Deep End Hulu Series MS Satanic Ritual Abuse episode Jared Dobson MS episode The Gateway podcast episode on Teal BBC Episode on Teal Teal's interview by Idaho journalist Girl, Interrupted movie You're Wrong About podcast Human trafficking episode Remembering Satan Book Diana's email ————— We are 100% donor funded! Please click HERE to donate and keep this content coming! Click here to donate monthly: $10 $25 $50 ————— MSP on Spotify MSP on Apple Podcasts MSP Blog Instagram Patreon TikTok Discord Contact Us! *MormonStories@gmail.com *PO Box 171085 Salt Lake City, UT 84117

For the second gift of Infant Christmas an Infant gave to me, a re-birthed mini-sode from 2014 called: “Zelph on the Shelph.”

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Zelph on the Shelf is one of the most successful YouTube channels in history dedicated to exploring Mormonism in thoughtful and entertaining ways.   Five years ago I sat down with Samantha Shelley and Tanner Gilliland to discuss their loss of faith as "Mormon Millennials." That episode was extremely well-received at the time, and was highly influential in the journey of tens of thousands of Mormons, including Tyler Glenn (lead singer of Neon Trees). Today's episode with Tanner and Samantha will be in two parts: Part 1: Samantha and Tanner discuss the evolution and impact of Zelph on the Shelf over the past 5 years. Part 2 (My favorite part): Samantha and Tanner discuss how they have healed and grown over the past 5 years in many of the domains most salient to transitioning Mormons, including: creativity, community, identity, mental health, spirituality, sexuality, finding meaning/purpose in their lives, and in thoughts about death and the afterlife. Part 3: We end this interview by discussing Tanner and Samantha's perspective on the recent Mormon apologetic content released by FAIRMormon, featuring controversial apologist Kwaku El. I found Samantha and Tanner to be incredibly thoughtful and wise, and am confident that you will thoroughly enjoy this episode.

We are so thrilled to be joined by the magical Samantha Shelley and Tanner Gilliland from Zelph On The Shelf! We discuss so many topics, including:Healing intergenerational traumaReconnecting with our spiritualityReframing our Mormon experiencesExpanding from dualistic thinkingFinding our inner artistsDating our anima/animusThe natural drama of the Great British Baking ShowDoug’s ongoing love saga with Dwayne “The Rock” JohnsonSo much love! The conversation was so hilarious, poignant, healing and enlightening! Can’t wait for our next chat together.Enjoy!About Zelph On The ShelfZelph On The Shelf is run by Samantha Shelley and Tanner Gilliland, two millennial writers/jazz hands enthusiasts living in Salt Lake City, Utah. They are both interested in mindfulness, nutrition, and lists of three.Website: https://zelphontheshelf.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ZelphOntheShelf/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zelphontheshelfInstagram: @zelphontheshelf_Twitter: @zelphontheshelf

With all this scariness in our current earthly existence, death might be on the brain a little more lately. But don't worry, you will live again! Also, you already lived before!   In this episode, the siblings intend to speak on the concept of resurrection and the Mormon teachings about it but end up being sidetracked into first talking about the unique take on what happened before we were born (Premortal Life) and what happens while we wait to finally get our body back (Spirit Prison and Spirit Paradise).   Along the way they touch on Adam & Eve in the garden, who were definitely real people in a real place, the Plan of Salvation and how participation in it is essentially a spiritual suicide, Judgement Day, ‘outer darkness’, and what it could possibly mean to have a ‘perfect body’.   Sister Lisa also shares an inspirational message from Tanner of Zelph on the Shelf about considering mortality after letting go of faith, and how she now views mortal life and conscious experience without religious prescription.   Join us next time for Part 2, when we’re all finally dead! YAYYYY! --- Website: siblingsinzion.com Facebook: facebook.com/siblingsinzion Instagram: instagram.com/siblingsinzion Twitter: twitter.com/siblingsinzion YouTube: tiny.cc/SIZYouTube Theme Music: 'The Falls' by Umbrellaman - http://umbrellamanband.com  

In the past few years, there have been two major theories proposed about where the actual events in the Book of Mormon took place. Filmmaker Kieth Merrill gave one important bit of advice to any Book of Mormon “geography hobbyist” about suggesting their theory is the official position of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. When Merrill was reviewing productions about a new major film on the appearance of Jesus Christ in the New World, President James E. Faust took him aside and directed him not to portray or use any recognizable location to imply that the Church endorses any location over another. President Faust simply said: “We do not know.” Merrill got the message. Today, two different groups occupy the stage and take turns pitching their theories: one group at Brigham Young University is convinced that it's somewhere in southern Mexico or Meso-America, a theory that was first proposed about the turn of the 20th-century by scholars in the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints; their group, Book of Mormon Central, backs this theory. The second theory, the one that proponents at Book of Mormon Evidence say was what Joseph Smith, Oliver Cowdery, Brigham Young. Parley P. Pratt and other early brethren supported, is that it took place in the upper midwest and northeastern states of the United States, specifically, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois and as far west as Iowa. While there are new publications and studies being released by this group, Book of Mormon Evidence, about new archaeological and geographic findings. this podcasts focuses on what the Prophet Joseph said about the “western Indians” to whom early missionaries were sent, particularly to the tribes in the upper midwest. Latter Day Radio's guest in this podcast, Rod Meldrum, focuses on those events and passages in the Book of Mormon that support his “Heartland” or “Hopewell” theory. Co-author Bruce Porter, along with Rod Meldrum, suggest in their book “Prophecies ad Promises, the Book of Mormon and the United States of America” that, instead of just reading specific passages in the Book of Mormon that deal with just geography, it is better to establish a “hierarchy of multiple witnesses that are unambiguous, clear and unassailable” rather than trying to make a few passages fit a preconceived idea for a romantic notion of where the key events in the Book of Mormon took place. They point to first, what Book of Mormon prophecies and promises testify of in relation to the Promised Land and the people associated with it; second, they consider the inspired and revealed statements by the Prophet Joseph Smith associated with specific locations (like comments he made on the Zion's March, such as the reference to Zelph's grave); third, look at physical, “real world” evidence such as correlating civilizations in the correct time frame (600 BC to 400 AD), archaeological findings with the text, cultural lifestyles, genetic relationships and linguistic ties; and, fourth, they point to passages contained within the Book of Mormon that are locatable geographical indicators. Meldrum and his allies emphasize that no one knows for sure where the final events in the Book of Mormon took place, but they insist that there is one Hill Cumorah and that the final Nephite “extinction” battle took place near that hill around 400 A.D. But, they also admit that after that period–a very, very long time ago—that the descendants of that awful battle spread all over the western hemisphere taking their stories, their oral histories and the legends with them, likely as far away as South America. Now, you can decide if the “Heartland” model holds any merit. Latter Day Radio, like the Church itself, takes no official position, except this one: The Book of Mormon is exactly what it proposes: Another testament for Jesus Christ published for our day.

As the episode title implies, we interviewed Samantha and Tanner from Zelph on the Shelf! Aw hell yeah! What a fun time as we got to know these two and heard their amazing insights into spirituality and their journeys out of Mormonism and into the inspiring humans they are today. Some Zelph on the Shelf YouTube videos of note: Provo's Most Eligible, High on a Mountain Top, and Mormonforcement Exposes Zelph on the Shelf.Samantha references Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harare and Inner Bonding by Margaret Paul.Tanner references British writer and lecturer, Alan Watts, poet Mary Oliver, and American ethnobotanist and mystic, Terence McKenna.Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com

As the episode title implies, we interviewed Samantha and Tanner from Zelph on the Shelf! Aw hell yeah! What a fun time as we got to know these two and heard their amazing insights into spirituality and their journeys out of Mormonism and into the inspiring humans they are today. Some Zelph on the Shelf YouTube videos of note: Provo's Most Eligible, High on a Mountain Top, and Mormonforcement Exposes Zelph on the Shelf. Samantha references Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harare and Inner Bonding by Margaret Paul. Tanner references British writer and lecturer, Alan Watts, poet Mary Oliver, and American ethnobotanist and mystic, Terence McKenna. Music provided by Purple Planet: https://www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Zhou Nutrition: At Zhou Nutrition, we believe greatness comes from within. We make supplements in our own facilities in the heart of Utah with carefully crafted formulations to support essential wellness, mind, mood, beauty, and the keto lifestyle. https://www.zhounutrition.com/ · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Early in production of this season, we recorded a special addendum to shout-out some other Ex-Mo creators that have been influential in our journeys but, forgot to include it! Today we thank them, and you. Check out the various links below. Talk to you next year! --- Heart of the Matter: http://tiny.cc/hotm Mormon Stories: http://tiny.cc/mormonstories Zelph on the Shelf: http://tiny.cc/zelph Naked Mormonism: https://bit.ly/34KsMKn Latter-day Lesbian: http://tiny.cc/ldl Dan Vogel: http://tiny.cc/danvogel CES Letter: https://cesletter.org    

On this episode we discuss the LDS recent opinions over the debate about the ban on conversion therapy. Uh yeah. Just when you think this crap can't get any crazier. Ugh! Also, Fanny Fact Check helps figure out what a Zelph it is. Turns out it has nothing to do with a shelf. Go figure. All that and more, so please give a listen!Music provided by Purple Planet: https://purple-planet.com

On this episode we discuss the LDS recent opinions over the debate about the ban on conversion therapy. Uh yeah. Just when you think this crap can't get any crazier. Ugh! Also, Fanny Fact Check helps figure out what a Zelph it is. Turns out it has nothing to do with a shelf. Go figure. All that and more, so please give a listen! Music provided by Purple Planet: https://purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Zhou Nutrition: At Zhou Nutrition, we believe greatness comes from within. We make supplements in our own facilities in the heart of Utah with carefully crafted formulations to support essential wellness, mind, mood, beauty, and the keto lifestyle. https://www.zhounutrition.com/

In June 1834 Zion's Camp members dug up an "Indian Mound" the significance of which has been debated ever since.  The Joseph Smith History, Vol. 2, p. 79-80 would lead a reader to believe Joseph Smith wrote in his diary the partial skeleton unearthed was of "Zelph" a white Lamanite who fought in the final battle between the Lamanites and Nephites.  However, the actual source is seven journals, many written years after the event, with conflicting information.  This event is used by some to show Book of Mormon events took place in North America.  Only those who look at the event superficially would come to such a conclusion.

I am joined by Tanner from Zelph on the Shelf and we discuss growing up as boys in the Mormon Church as well as what it was like for him to go on a mission for the Mormon Church. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Young Women's Organization for the Mormon Church hosts girls from the ages of 12-18 and "prepares" them for adulthood. Samantha from Zelph on the Shelf and I discuss the problems with the organization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interview with Tanner Gilliland and Samantha Shelley.

Part 1:In this episode, recorded January 10, 2017, we discuss tips on communicating with Orthodox/Believing Mormons. Co-hosts are John and Margi Dehlin. Today's Panelists: *Amy Grubbs *Shandi Hill, Moderator for Thoughtful Transitions *Jared Gant, Professional Photographer at JMGant Photography *Brynne Thomas Gant, Deputy District Attorney at Weld County District Attorney's Office *Tanner Gilliland, Co Founder of Zelph on the Shelf

This week, Cari and Kelsae play a version of Cards Against Humanity made by the folks behind Zelph on the Shelf. It’s silly! It’s irreverent! It’s short! Hecklers rejoice! For full show notes and links, go to: https://www.nomanknowsmyherstory.com/episodes/045

Cholera sweeps through the Mormons camped on the Fishing River, which hopefully had nothing to do with the remains of a dead "warrior" that Joseph has been carrying around? Most of the saints stay in Missouri on  account of a lack of resources to return to Kirtland, OH. Joseph and his BFFs get on a wagon and return to Ohio. Check out Zelph on the Shelf here!  They're on YouTube here.   Drink count - 7, or about one beer The "real" Zelph can be read about here.   Read along with us at CompareDandC.com Support the show at Patreon.com/MyBookofMormonPodcast Email me at Comments@mybookofmormonpodcast.com

During the march of Zion’s camp in 1834, several brethren remembered Joseph Smith identifying some bones as that of a Lamanite warrior named Zelph. Since then, confusion has arisen as to who exactly Zelph was. Learn about what we can and cannot know about Zelph. Read at bit.ly/know336

On this episode, David Michael of the My Book of Mormon Podcast joins us to talk about Zion's camp. Strap in for a two parter, because there is just too much to talk about and 7 hour episodes are too much work. How does a shepherd react when a wolf devours the flock? Joe decides to make a 1,000 mile march with a band of merry men for the purpose of "peaceful reinstatement" of the Missourian Mormons to their homes, following the battle for Zion that happened in November of 1833. What wiles and deeds are the Mormons up to on this military march? Listen and find out! (Spoiler alert: A great white Lamanite corpse is unearthed!!!)Show Links:Website http://nakedmormonismpodcast.comTwitter @NakedMormonismFacebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/Naked-Mormonism/370003839816311Patreon http://patreon.com/nakedmormonismOutro music Jason Comeau http://aloststateofmind.com/ Links:Zion's Camp Seminary videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0lxnvEGdK8How to find David Michaelhttp://mybookofmormonpodcast.com/

In this episode we interview Tanner Gilliland and Samantha Snyder.  Tanner was raised as an orthodox Mormon in Tucson, Arizona.  Samantha converted to the LDS Church in the U.K.  Both lived very orthodox LDS lives as millennials, attending BYU-Idaho as devout members, and interning for Deseret Book after graduating from BYU-I.  Samantha co-founded the web site Millennial Mormons.   As Tanner and Samantha began to question the modern LDS Church, they briefly entertained the teachings of Denver Snuffer (Tanner was actually re-baptised according to Snuffer's teachings).  Earlier this year, both Tanner and Samantha left the LDS Church, and recently co-founded the new post-Mormon millennial blog called ZelphOnTheShelf.com.As recent reports suggest that the LDS Church is losing its Millennial members at a rapid pace (see here and here), this interview begins to explore why.

In this episode we interview Tanner Gilliland and Samantha Snyder.  Tanner was raised as an orthodox Mormon in Tucson, Arizona.  Samantha converted to the LDS Church in the U.K.  Both lived very orthodox LDS lives as millennials, attending BYU-Idaho as devout members, and interning for Deseret Book after graduating from BYU-I.  Samantha co-founded the web site Millennial Mormons.   As Tanner and Samantha began to question the modern LDS Church, they briefly entertained the teachings of Denver Snuffer (Tanner was actually re-baptised according to Snuffer's teachings).  Earlier this year, both Tanner and Samantha left the LDS Church, and recently co-founded the new post-Mormon millennial blog called ZelphOnTheShelf.com.As recent reports suggest that the LDS Church is losing its Millennial members at a rapid pace (see here and here), this interview begins to explore why.

Tanner, a blogger at “Zelph on the Shelf” (great name, huh?) joins Jake, Matt, Randy and Scott to talk about End Times and Latter Days and Preppers and all that good stuff.

In this article brother Ash considers the account of the prophet Joseph Smith when he discovers the bones that belonged to a “white Lamanite” named Zelph who was a warrior under the prophet Onandagus. The full text of this article can be found at Deseret News online. Brother Ash is author of the book Shaken Faith […] The post Fair Issues 86: The Lamanite prophet Zelph appeared first on FairMormon.

Tired of manipulating your children's behavior with a creepy little nicknack just one month every year?  Well… does Matt have something for you — and just in time for Christmas!