User: Why did the Mormon prophet Joseph Smith say that he was a ‘seer’?
Assistant: Joseph Smith was a seer because he had the ability to see the future. He was able to see the future because he was able to translate ancient texts into English. He translated the Book of Mormon, which is the first book of the Bible written by a prophet in America. He also translated the Book of Abraham, which is the first book of the Bible written by an ancient Egyptian priest.