Tom Hobson – The Historical Jesus and the Historical Joseph Smith

Who was the historical Joseph Smith? Brent talks with Tom Hobson about his book from Elm Hill ‘The Historical Jesus and the Historical Joseph Smith’. Tom is retired from more than 40 years as a Presbyterian minister, four years as professor of biblical studies and languages at Morthland College, and two years of the radio program ‘Biblical Words and World’ on KUTR-AM, Salt Lake City.  He’s written books and many articles.  (2:10) The historical Jesus; (4:00) The 5 criteria; (5:50) Jesus is God; (7:50) The Resurrection; (11:15) Joseph Smith; (13:25) Joseph and the 5 criteria; (16:20) The word of wisdom; (17:30) Joseph and marriage; (20:20) Smith’s changing view of God; (21:45) Smith and pre-existence; (23:10) Joseph Smith and the Bible; (25:40) Joseph – a martyr? Links mentioned in this episode: www.historicaljoseph.org/tom_hobson Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: [email protected] godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter. For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.