Kirtland, Ohio, holds a unique place in American history—one that highlights the power of religious freedom in shaping a thriving nation. In this episode of Wise Up, Ben takes a deep dive into the city’s rich past, exploring sites that played a key role in early American faith and sacrifice.
🔑 What’s Inside This Episode:
🏛 Tour of the Kirtland Temple—one of the most expensive buildings per capita in U.S. history
📖 Visit to the School of the Prophets—where spiritual and intellectual growth flourished
🌟 A look at the place where Jesus Christ appeared in Kirtland
🏡 Exploring Joseph & Emma Smith’s home
🛍 Step inside the Whitney Store, a center of early commerce and revelation
👔 Learn how to tie the Boutonniere Knot—a perfect touch for any refined gentleman
💬 A discussion on religious freedom and why following one’s conscience has always been a pillar of America’s success
Throughout this journey, Ben connects history to the present, showing why the ability to worship freely—just as prophets and leaders did in ancient times—remains essential today.
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CHAPTERS & HIGHLIGHTS:
00:00 Introduction
00:31 Why is Kirtland, Ohio interesting
01:40 Seeing the Temple for the first time
02:25 Temple tour montage
03:30 Ben reflecting on the tour
05:01 Town tour montage
05:53 Reflections on Joseph and Ema’s home
06:01 Teaser for the Boutonnier Knot
06:25 Reflections on the town tour
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