Zelph the White Lamanite: The mysterious corpse Joseph Smith found on a hill episode artwork

EPISODE · Dec 22, 2025 · 1H 17M

Zelph the White Lamanite: The mysterious corpse Joseph Smith found on a hill

from Monthly Mormon Monday · host Paranoid American

Unearthed in 1834 during Zion’s Camp, Joseph Smith identified the skeletal remains of Zelph, the “White Lamanite.” Was this mysterious warrior evidence of ancient battles on American soil? Or simply folklore reshaped into early Latter-day Saint mythology?Join us live as we explore:The strange discovery of Zelph’s remains on a hill in IllinoisJoseph Smith’s own statements and shifting interpretationsConnections to Book of Mormon geography theoriesCompeting historical accounts from camp membersWhy Zelph’s story remains one of the most puzzling mysteries in Mormon history📺 Tune in, bring your questions, and let’s dig into the legend of Zelph the White Lamanite. This is a tale that blurs the line between scripture, history and myth.#Zelph #MormonHistory #JosephSmith #BookOfMormon #LDSMysteries🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5824483755687936

Unearthed in 1834 during Zion’s Camp, Joseph Smith identified the skeletal remains of Zelph, the “White Lamanite.” Was this mysterious warrior evidence of ancient battles on American soil? Or simply folklore reshaped into early Latter-day Saint mythology?Join us live as we explore:The strange discovery of Zelph’s remains on a hill in IllinoisJoseph Smith’s own statements and shifting interpretationsConnections to Book of Mormon geography theoriesCompeting historical accounts from camp membersWhy Zelph’s story remains one of the most puzzling mysteries in Mormon history📺 Tune in, bring your questions, and let’s dig into the legend of Zelph the White Lamanite. This is a tale that blurs the line between scripture, history and myth.#Zelph #MormonHistory #JosephSmith #BookOfMormon #LDSMysteries🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5824483755687936

NOW PLAYING

Zelph the White Lamanite: The mysterious corpse Joseph Smith found on a hill

0:00 1:17:38

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

Mind The Music Radio - Artist Well-Being In Electronic Music The Unicorn Mothership This radio show explores artist well-being in electronic music from a holistic viewpoint. In a series of exclusive interviews with artists and people with active roles both inside the music industry and on the outskirts of it, Eline shares with you her devotion to artist well-being and how we can provide support for artists in electronic music. The music is handpicked for each show by the guests themselves for an extra personal, mindful experience. This show runs monthly on Reform Radio, Manchester. Join in live at reformradio.co.uk or listen back online! Warning! The jingle contains binaural beats for brainwave entrainment, which only has an effect when using headphones. It is played at the beginning of the show, lasting about 45 seconds. If you’re prone to seizures, it may be best not to listen to the jingle through headphones or skip it altogether. The Dennis Michael Lynch Show TeamDML M-F 10amET: Dennis Michael Lynch ("DML") is a popular conservative commentator who covers news, politics, culture, and society. His unfiltered approach in delivering hard-hitting commentary stems from DML's unique perspective as an award-winning entrepreneur, acclaimed filmmaker, respected cable news anchor, and dedicated family man. The show offers a collection of styles, including interviews, solo commentary, long form and short form, and is presented in both video and audio. VIDEO: The podcast airs Monday-Friday, LIVE on Facebook.com/DMLNewsApp, TeamDML.com. AUDIO: Available on The DML NEWS APP, TeamDML.com, and on all major podcast platforms. Tune in to listen to the most trusted man in news. Download the DML NEWS APP and never miss an episode. MomDocs St. Louis Childrens Hospital - MomDocs A monthly podcast from Washington University pediatric specialists at St. Louis Children’s HospitalThe MomDocs are pediatricians at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. They work in a variety of specialties and share their advice and expertise on the questions we all face as parents. Dead Show of the Month Dead Show of the Month Have a monthly dose of the Grateful Dead and Friends! Once a month our podcast will deliver a full Dead show from our vault, complete with an intermission show showcasing some of the Grateful Dead's musical friends, side projects and more... all hosted by Your Old Friend Dave along with his trusted co-host "Bob".

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Monthly Mormon Monday?

This episode is 1 hour and 17 minutes long.

When was this Monthly Mormon Monday episode published?

This episode was published on December 22, 2025.

What is this episode about?

Unearthed in 1834 during Zion’s Camp, Joseph Smith identified the skeletal remains of Zelph, the “White Lamanite.” Was this mysterious warrior evidence of ancient battles on American soil? Or simply folklore reshaped into early Latter-day Saint...

Is there a transcript available for this episode?

Yes, a full transcript is available for this episode. You can read the complete transcript on the episode page.

Can I download this Monthly Mormon Monday episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!