Truman G. Madsen, Joseph Smith - the Prophet:
He did not want it strung up all the time" (see recollection of William M. Allred in JI 27 [August 1, 1892]: 472). On the other hand, Joseph observed: "When a man is reigned up continually by excitement, he becomes strong and gains power and knowledge; but when he relaxes for a season he loses much of his power and knowledge" (HC 5:389).
He did not want it strung up all the time" (see recollection of William M. Allred in JI 27 [August 1, 1892]: 472). On the other hand, Joseph observed: "When a man is reigned up continually by excitement, he becomes strong and gains power and knowledge; but when he relaxes for a season he loses much of his power and knowledge" (HC 5:389).
