Joseph Smith was commonly described as a tall man, typically listed as around 6 feet 2 inches in height, with a strong, athletic build and a broad chest. Estimates from contemporary descriptions and later biographical summaries converge on roughly six-foot-two (about 188 cm) and a robust physique, though exact measurements vary slightly by source.
Key points
- Height: commonly cited at about 6'2" (1.88 m) in his prime adulthood.
- Build: described as well-built, muscular, with a broad chest and strong limbs.
- Variability: some descriptions note a slightly stooped posture or variability across reporters, but the consensus is tall and sturdy.
If you’d like, I can summarize how different sources portray his appearance or compare these height estimates across several biographical discussions.
