This distinguished print shows the level of commitment Joseph Smith had to the freedom of all men even long before Lincoln ran for president. This quote is taken from Joseph Smith's own political booklet that he used to describe his position on many political matters when he was running for President of the United States - Titled: GEN. SMITH’S VIEWS OF THE POWERS AND POLICY OF THE GOVERNMENT. This piece is printed on high quality Acid Free Art Paper. FRAMING IS EASY - This art is offered unframed.  Most of our art is made for standard sized frames so you won't need to get an expensive custom frame. Simply take this artwork to any Michaels, Hobby Lobby, or your local frame shop.  They always have great sales on frames and a lot of great choices. PLEASE SUPPORT NAUVOO: The item above and many other beautiful works found on this site create much-needed jobs for families living in Nauvoo. Please see our “MADE IN NAUVOO” page for more details CLICK HERE

JOSEPH SMITH and ABRAHAM LINCOLN PRINT - This distinguished print shows the level of commitment Joseph Smith had to the freedom of all men even long before Lincoln ran for president. This quote is taken from Joseph Smith's own political booklet that he used to describe his position on many political matters when he was running for President of the United States - Titled: GEN. SMITH’S VIEWS OF THE POWERS AND POLICY OF THE GOVERNMENT. QUOTE: My quiet thoughts, like Daniel’s, have for a long time troubled me, when I view the condition of men throughout the world, and more especially in this boasted realm, where the Declaration of Independence holds these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness; but at the same time some two or three millions of our people are held as slaves for life, because the spirit in them is covered with a darker skin than ours. The wisdom which ought to characterize the freest, wisest, and most noble nation of the nineteenth century, should, like the sun in his meridian splendor, warm every object beneath its rays; and the main efforts of her officers, who are nothing more nor less than the servants of the people, ought to be directed to ameliorate the condition of all, black or white...bond or free; for the best of books says, God hath made of one blood all nations of men for to dwell on all the face of the earth. Our common country presents to all men the same advantages, the same facilities, the same prospects, the same honors, and the same rewards; and without hypocrisy, the Constitution, when it says, We, the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, ensure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America, meant just what it said without reference to color or condition. Joseph Smith - February 7th, 1844

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About the Book Depicts the lives of the Three Kings of the Nativity, casting them as a set of infamous thieves who accidentally happen upon Joseph, Mary, and the newborn king and help them escape to Egypt. Book Synopsis From the author of the New York Times bestselling Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter, comes Unholy Night, the next evolution in dark historical revisionism. They're an iconic part of history's most celebrated birth. But what do we really know about the Three Kings of the Nativity, besides the fact that they followed a star to Bethlehem bearing strange gifts? The Bible has little to say about this enigmatic trio. But leave it to Seth Grahame-Smith, the brilliant and twisted mind behind Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter and Pride and Prejudice and Zombies to take a little mystery, bend a little history, and weave an epic tale. In Grahame-Smith's telling, the so-called "Three Wise Men" are infamous thieves, led by the dark, murderous Balthazar. After a daring escape from Herod's prison, they stumble upon the famous manger and its newborn king. The last thing Balthazar needs is to be slowed down by young Joseph, Mary and their infant. But when Herod's men begin to slaughter the first born in Judea, he has no choice but to help them escape to Egypt. It's the beginning of an adventure that will see them fight the last magical creatures of the Old Testament; cross paths with biblical figures like Pontius Pilate and John the Baptist; and finally deliver them to Egypt. It may just be the greatest story never told. About the Author Seth Grahame-Smith is the New York Times bestselling author of Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter and Pride and Prejudice and Zombies. In addition to adapting the screenplay for Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter, Seth also wrote Tim Burton's film Dark Shadows. He lives in Los Angeles.

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This cute little charm clips right onto any charm bracelet and is a wonderful reminder of the beautiful Nauvoo temple. Made in Nauvoo - nickel free / allergy free - Silver Plated - Charm approx 1/2" diameter HISTORY OF THE NAUVOO TEMPLE STAINED GLASS STAR The beautiful inverted stained glass star windows that adorn the top of the Nauvoo Temple have a very meaningful history dating back to the early Christian church. Known as the “Morning Star” in Rev 22:16 it is a symbol of Jesus Christ. When the actual Morning Star’s (Venus) orbit is tracked each morning it creates a mathematically perfect inverted five-point star. Carved in stone in Old Testament times the inverted star can still be seen on surviving structures and in many museums. In 312A.D. the inverted star was combined with the cross and placed on doors, windows, banners... and even battle armor as a symbol for good and for protection against evil. Early Christians regarded it as a symbol of Christ. Many of the ancient cathedrals and churches of Europe were decorated with the inverted stained glass stars. Early Christian records state that it stood for the five wounds that Jesus Christ received during the crucifixion. Famous shrines, such as the Notre Dame Amiens Cathedral in France (1230 A.D.) or the Marketirche church in Germany (1350 A.D.), Catholic Collégiale Notre-Dame de Vitry-le-François, a 17th century building that survived World War II all still have the massive stained glass inverted stars windows. Over centuries it has continued to grace countless buildings, windows, and banners. It adorns many early American structures and churches, and is found on barns, homes, and gates of early colonial families. The inverted star was used on various versions of the United States Flag until 1876; the most famous flag being the one that flew over Fort McHenry in 1814 and inspired the verses of the Star Spangled Banner. In 1862 Congress ordered the Philadelphia Mint to create the National Medal of Honor, the military’s highest award. The design is a dominant inverted five-point Star and is still used today by every branch of the military. The inverted star is widely used in many other forms; from Sheriff’s badges to the elephant logo of the Republican Party. Unlike the large, intricate stained glass inverted stars found in the famous Cathedrals, the early Nauvoo Latter-day Saints had only the means to gather enough materials for a humble three color inverted star stained glass window; they chose red, white, and blue. Though simple in its design, and mocked in a nearby newspaper as a “pitiful attempt” the humble inverted stars on the Nauvoo Temple were a wonderful delight to those who saw them backlit each night. When the Nauvoo Temple was rebuilt and dedicated in 2002, President Gordon B. Hinckley determined that the three-color stained glass windows would once again adorn the Temple. The beautiful Morning Star windows again glow at night as they once did and remind us of the sacrifice of those early pioneers who loved the Lord. PLEASE SUPPORT NAUVOO: The item above and many other beautiful works found on this site create much-needed jobs for families living in Nauvoo.

For a limited time this art is 30% off - the prices shown are the sale prices - no promo code needed. Veteran in a New Field - by Winslow Homer - Soon after the end of the Civil War Homer Winslow paints this Union veteran returning to his livelihood as a farmer. Joseph Smith’s prophecy on the “commencement of the difficulties which will cause much bloodshed” is fulfilled as a symbol of a reaping sickle, while the hope that the future would be peaceful and prosperous as the soldier turned again farmer harvests his plentiful crop. This art is beautifully captured on high grade gallery canvas using the museum Giclee process. It is only offered unframed and is a delightful addition to any wall in your home. ARTIST: Winslow Homer was American landscape painter who is one of the foremost painters in 19th century America. Winslow was prominent in a variety of art unlike many artists who are known for working in only one art medium.

MORMON TRAIL MAP - This early 12"X36" map of the route of the Mormon pioneers from Nauvoo to the Salt Lake Valley, shows the dates and places the Saints stopped and made camp during the 18 months looking for their future home outside the then United States. The caption at the bottom reads, "Feb'y 1846 Route of the Mormon pioneers from Nauvoo to the Great Salt Lake July 1847." It is printed on heavy stock acid free art paper sized 12" X 36". This beautiful trail map fits any standard Panoramic frame. PLEASE SUPPORT NAUVOO: The item above and many other beautiful works found on this site create much-needed jobs for families living in Nauvoo. NAUVOO GALLERY: Our gallery in beautiful Nauvoo features the art above and other beautiful LDS Art pieces - including LDS Temple Art and historic Mormon Art. Whether you are looking for LDS Temple Pictures by Robert Boyd or LDS paintings or art from Greg Olsen or Simon Dewey we have your favorite LDS artists. Other artists featured on our website are Liz Lemon Swindle Minerva Teichert Joseph Brickey CCA Christiansen Robert Johnson

This wonderful work of LDS art shows a humble but beautiful, solid Mormon Chapel in the early prairie days of the Church in Utah. This painting was inspired by a photo in the Library of Congress simply titled "mormon ward house.' This colorful print is a lovely reminder that we should do our best to beautify everything under heaven. The Latter-day Saint history of building chapels in far reaching prairie towns is rich with stories of faith and sacrifice. This art is beautifully reproduced on acid-free enhanced archival matte paper. It is only offered UNFRAMED and is a delightful addition to any wall in your home. ARTIST: Kate Cristy NAUVOO GALLERY: Our gallery in Nauvoo features the art above and other beautiful LDS Art pieces - including LDS Temple Art and historic Mormon Art. When in Nauvoo please visit the Temple House Gallery on Mercantile Square.