August 13, 1831
Chariton, Missouri
On the banks of the Missouri River, Joseph Smith had a chance meeting with several elders who were on their way to the land of Zion, and he received Doctrine and Covenants 62, a revelation concerning their journey.
Sources:
History of the Church, Joseph Smith, 1:205–6
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