April 14, 1830

Palmyra, New York

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.

Sources:

History of the Church, Joseph Smith, 1:80

Doctrine and Covenants 23

Joseph Smith History A1:38-39

Revelation, April 1830–A [D&C 23:1–2];B [D&C 23:3];C [D&C 23:4];D [D&C 23:5];E [D&C 23:6-7]

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Visions and Revelations

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