What Was the School of the Prophets? History and Teachings Explained

LDS Perspective

# LDS Perspective: The School of the Prophets - Divine Education for Spiritual Leaders The School of the Prophets was an educational institution established by the Prophet Joseph Smith in Kirtland, Ohio, beginning in January 1833, following a revelation received in December 1832. This school represented a divine mandate to prepare Church leaders for their spiritual responsibilities through comprehensive education in both sacred and secular knowledge, reflecting the LDS belief that religious leadership requires intellectual as well as spiritual preparation. The curriculum combined intensive study of gospel principles with practical leadership training. Students engaged with scripture, theology, and Church doctrine while also learning administrative skills necessary for organizing and lead

Historical Perspective

The School of the Prophets was an educational institution established by Joseph Smith in Kirtland, Ohio, following a December 1832 revelation that directed Smith and the church elders to create a forum for both sacred and secular instruction. Organized on January 23, 1833, during a conference held in the upper room of Newel K. Whitney's store, the school was designed specifically to prepare elders for their ministry through comprehensive theological and practical education. Joseph Smith presided over the gatherings, which initially convened at Whitney's home-based store before receiving a June 1833 revelation designating the upper floor of the House of the Lord (the Kirtland Temple) as the school's location, with later plans to house it in a printing office on the temple lot. The curricul