On this day, in 1805, Joseph Smith was born. In the year 1805, Winter Solstice occurred on December 22, the longest night of the year. The next day, the 23rd when Joseph was born, marked the time on our calendar when the days grew longer, triumphing over night, and light prevailed over darkness.

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