Word of Wisdom/Joseph Smith

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Joseph Smith and the Word of Wisdom

Joseph Smith and the Word of Wisdom

Almon Babbitt followed Joseph in violating the Word of Wisdom

Summary: It is claimed that Joseph Smith violated the Word of Wisdom, and that another member (Almon W. Babbitt) followed his example.

Joseph Smith sold liquor in Nauvoo

Summary: It is claimed that Joseph Smith sold liquor in Nauvoo. Is this evidence that he either didn't believe the Word of Wisdom was from God, or was hypocritical about it?