About June 10, 1829
Joseph Smith received Doctrine and Covenants 17, a revelation to Oliver Cowdery, David Whitmer, and Martin Harris that prepared them to become witnesses of the gold plates and other sacred objects.
Visions and Revelations
About June 20, 1829
Joseph Smith was present as the Three Witnesses were shown the plates by the angel Moroni. About this same time, Joseph Smith received Doctrine and Covenants 18, a revelation to himself, Oliver Cowdery, and David Whitmer. The mission and calling of the Twelve Apostles were revealed, and Oliver and David were directed to "search out" the Twelve.
About June 24, 1829
Joseph Smith showed the Eight Witnesses the gold plates near the Joseph Smith Sr. log home.
April 14, 1830
Joseph Smith received Doctrine and Covenants 23, a revelation to Oliver Cowdery, Hyrum Smith, Samuel H. Smith, Joseph Smith Sr., and Joseph Knight Sr., calling them to preach the gospel and strengthen the Church.
April 16, 1830
Joseph Smith received Doctrine and Covenants 22, a revelation directing converts who had been previously baptized in other churches to be rebaptized as members of the Church.
June 1830
Joseph Smith received by revelation what is now the first chapter of the book of Moses in the Pearl of Great Price.
In 1830
Joseph Smith received Doctrine and Covenants 74, a revelation answering some of his questions about Paul's teachings in 1 Corinthians 7:14.
About July 4, 1830
Joseph Smith received Doctrine and Covenants 24, a revelation relating to his and Oliver Cowdery's callings.
About July 5, 1830
Joseph Smith received Doctrine and Covenants 25, a revelation directing Emma, the "elect lady," to assemble the first hymnbook for the Church.
About July 6, 1830
Joseph Smith received Doctrine and Covenants 26, a revelation regarding scripture study and common consent.
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