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Emma Hale Smith Bidamon (July 10, 1804 – April 30, 1879) was a leader in the early Latter Day Saint movement and a prominent member of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (RLDS Church) as well as the first wife of Joseph Smith, the movement's founder.
Emma Hale Smith was the wife of Joseph Smith, the founder of the Latter-day Saint movement. She played a prominent role in the restoration of the Church, serving as a scribe, a Relief Society leader, and a temple initiator.
Jul 10, 2018 · Learn about Emma Hale Smith, the wife of Joseph Smith Jr. and the first Relief Society General President. Discover her contributions to the Restoration of the gospel, such as helping with the Book of Mormon translation, compiling hymns, and making temple covenants.
May 7, 2021 · Jennifer Reeder, a Latter-day Saint historian, explores the life, faith and history of Emma Smith, the wife of Joseph Smith, in her new book. She discusses Emma's decision to stay in Nauvoo, her views on polygamy, her charity and her legacy.
- ttoone@deseretnews.com
Feb 17, 2023 · Newell co-wrote a landmark book on the life and faith of Emma Hale Smith, Joseph Smith's wife and the first first lady of Mormonism. She was a pioneer in Mormon scholarship and a champion of women's history and rights.
Joseph and Emma Smith centered their marriage and family in the gospel of Jesus Christ—an example to all.
Jul 7, 2021 · She was, indeed, the faith’s first first lady. Yet Emma Smith, beloved wife of Joseph Smith, remains a mystery to many members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
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