Kingdom of Nauvoo The Rise and Fall of a Religious Empire on the American Frontier 1st Edition by Benjamin Park ISBN 9781631494871 1631494872

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ISBN 10: 1631494872
ISBN 13: 9781631494871
Author: Benjamin Park

Kingdom of Nauvoo The Rise and Fall of a Religious Empire on the American Frontier 1st Edition Table of contents:

• Chapter 1: The Origins of Nauvoo

  • The Mormon migration westward and the founding of Nauvoo
  • Early struggles and the establishment of the city
  • Joseph Smith’s vision for Nauvoo as a religious, social, and political center

• Chapter 2: Building the Kingdom

  • Nauvoo’s growth into a thriving city
  • Social, economic, and religious developments
  • The construction of the Nauvoo Temple and its significance

• Chapter 3: Power and Authority in Nauvoo

  • Joseph Smith’s leadership and the consolidation of power
  • Political, military, and religious authority in Nauvoo
  • The creation of the Nauvoo Legion and the development of a theocratic state

• Chapter 4: The Doctrine of the Kingdom

  • Theological developments in Nauvoo: Polygamy and other controversial doctrines
  • The role of the Nauvoo Temple in Mormon religious practices
  • The emergence of tensions within the LDS community and with outside authorities

• Chapter 5: A Fragile Peace

  • Tensions with local communities and the broader public
  • The political struggles of Joseph Smith and the rise of anti-Mormon sentiment
  • The complex relationship between the LDS community and the United States government

• Chapter 6: The Descent into Conflict

  • The breakdown of Nauvoo’s relationship with outsiders
  • The increasing isolation of the Mormon community and Joseph Smith’s arrest
  • The political and legal pressures leading to Smith’s downfall

• Chapter 7: The Fall of Nauvoo

  • The assassination of Joseph Smith and the subsequent crisis in Nauvoo
  • The disintegration of the community and the loss of leadership
  • The exodus of the Mormons from Nauvoo and the city’s eventual abandonment

• Chapter 8: Legacy and Memory

  • The aftermath of Nauvoo’s fall and the Mormon diaspora
  • How Nauvoo shaped Mormon identity and the LDS Church’s future
  • The lasting impact of Nauvoo on American religious history

• Conclusion: The End of the Kingdom and the Beginning of a New Chapter

  • Reflections on the rise and fall of Nauvoo as a religious and political entity
  • How Nauvoo’s legacy shaped the Mormon faith and American religious movements

• Appendices

  • Key documents, quotes, and sources for further reading
  • Maps and illustrations of Nauvoo and its developments

• Notes

  • Detailed references and sources used in the book

• Index

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