Polygamy and the Divine Feminine: Truth, Mythbusting, and Spiritual Discernment, with Michelle Stone

In this revealing episode, Meghan Farner and guest Michelle Stone explore the roots of polygamy in Latter-day Saint history, asking whether it truly originated with God or with men. Together they uncover scriptural context, historical distortions, and the divine truth about feminine worth.🕰️ Timestamps00:01–03:18 — Meghan introduces the episode, explains why it was delayed, and contextualizes her earlier conversations with Michelle Stone and Cheryl Bruno on the topic.03:18–05:33 — Meghan shares her personal struggle with Section 132 and her spiritual experience seeking God’s confirmation about polygamy.05:33–10:44 — Discussion on discernment: shifting from “Did Joseph practice polygamy?” to “Is polygamy of the Most High God?” and understanding scripture as a reflection of humanity’s interaction with God.10:44–18:03 — Meghan unpacks temple symbolism, eternal sealing, and the divine masculine–feminine union as a spiritual metaphor rather than literal marital hierarchy.18:03–21:35 — Transition to Michelle Stone’s portion: “Myth-busting” begins. Meghan invites listeners to listen with openness and spiritual discernment.21:35–25:53 — Michelle describes how her research began, confronting pro-polygamy scholars, and addressing the “raise up seed” justification from Jacob 2.25:53–43:26 — Michelle and Meghan discuss how scripture has been misread to justify polygamy, the mistreatment of women, and the corruptions in early Utah history.43:26–47:14 — Addressing biblical examples (Abraham, Jacob, David) as cautionary tales rather than divine endorsements of plural marriage.47:14–1:06:07 — Historical evidence: Joseph Smith’s consistent opposition to polygamy; discussion of altered journals and fraudulent Utah-era edits.1:06:07–1:13:03 — Examination of Brigham Young’s revisions, accusations against Emma Smith, and the unreliable affidavits created after Joseph’s death.1:13:03–1:17:00 — Michelle and Meghan discuss middle ground—staying spiritually anchored without idolizing or vilifying leaders.1:17:00–1:20:00 — Michelle explains how the earliest affidavits emerged decades later and were not written by the women themselves, exposing historical manipulation.1:20:00–1:25:00 — Closing reflections on discernment, the importance of anchoring in Christ, and invitations to personal revelation rather than institutional narratives.Additional Resources: Seeking the Truth about Polygamy, Part 1 with Michelle Stone - https://youtu.be/ekv_TZkU0Zo?si=sxUPmdFImT3-FgIlSeeking the Truth about Polygamy, Part 2 with Cheryl Bruno - https://youtu.be/067Q9HiUae0?si=B8PLIych0xaBDMO7Gwendolyn Wyne - https://www.youtube.com/@gwendolynwyneStill Mormon Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/@StillMormon  If you’re ready to move from understanding into lived experience, join me for Parting the Veil Women's Retreat this June near Paragonah. Hidden Wisdom initiates truth-seekers into the Mysteries, guiding listeners toward a lived experience of the Divine that awakens and transforms faith—without dismantling family or community. Pursue your Journey: ✨ Hidden Wisdom App – Join for FREE and enjoy pathway programs, community, expansive library, and more! 🌱 Return to the Garden, + the Priestess Path Programs 🪷  Connect with Meghan