Standard of Truth
Dr. Gerrit DirkmaatThe purpose of this podcast is to help Latter-Day Saints better understand their history and increase their faith. The podcast hosted by Dr. Gerrit Dirkmaat, associate professor of Church History and Doctrine at BYU.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 454 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Religion & Spirituality | |||
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This episode centers on Brigham Young’s insistence that death does not transform us into something fundamentally different, but removes limitations that currently slow us down. Drawing directly from a funeral sermon, the discussion highlights how emb... more
We begin the episode with a response to a litner’s email about signs of the times of the Savior’s Second Coming. Gerrit shares a sermon from Brigham Young that Wilford Woodruff said was one of the greatest sermons he had ever heard.
Crinkling Leave... more
We begin this week's episode by asking if Gerrit is the reincarnated Apostle Matthias? (He’s not saying he is, but he is also not not saying it.)
Where did the thief on the cross go when he died? If Jesus went to “paradise,” why does Peter say He pr... more
After debating the college football national championship (with Richard very much not gambling… while also explaining the VIG in suspicious detail), Gerrit drops a sneak peek announcement: they might do another live event, likely in Davis County, wit... more
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When there is nothing else.
Actually my favorite podcast when I binged all of the free content in 10-12 weeks just to realize I would now have to wait another two years to join a tour! Litner for life!
Another impossible to document fact - I first got hooked on finding more from Garrit after hearing him on a FAIR podcast before Hank & John’s.
Apple Podcasts5212 Dad
United States8 days ago - Masterclass in a comedy club
The Standard of Truth is easily my favorite find this year. It feels like sitting in on a BYU masterclass that’s being held in a comedy club. Gerrit and Richard have a gift for taking complex historical documents and making them feel relevant to our lives today with using credible primary sources.
Solid 10 stars!
Apple Podcasts5Big Max HoganUnited States21 days ago - An odds-on favorite
Oh, Hank and John, the dynamic duo of religious enlightenment! Their podcast is like a breath of fresh air.
This is not that, but if you’re stuck in a room with nothing better to do, this podcast isn’t that bad. If you’re having trouble sleeping, locked in a car by a peace officer (or your parents), or curious about townships, it’s a pretty good bet. Just don’t expect immediate translation (or quick answers).
Apple Podcasts5JedifnpUnited Statesa month ago - Standard of Truth
I am a premium subscriber. This is probably the best church related podcast that I have ever heard. And I listen to several very good ones. Worth Every Cent. Can't thank you enough.
Apple Podcasts5oplkdtewUnited Statesa month ago The best Church History podcast I have ever heard. Who knew that listening to Statler and Waldorf argue about rice tariffs and the Nycean Creed would be so entertaining.
Audible5Lily.ccUnited States3 months ago
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What is Standard of Truth about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This podcast offers an insightful exploration of Church history, specifically targeting the experiences and teachings relevant to Latter-Day Saints. The hosts, both knowledgeable commentators in Church history, engage in discussions that weave historical accounts with personal anecdotes, resulting in a blend of humor and deep reflection on faith and spiritual practices. Topics frequently cover pivotal figures like Joseph Smith and events such as the martyrdom of the early Saints, addressing complex controversies surrounding the evolution of belief within the community. The unique approach pairs scholarly insights with compelling storytelling, providing listeners with both educational content and relatable narratives that aim to fortify thei... more
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