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- Ezra Taft Benson (August 4, 1899 – May 30, 1994) was an American farmer, government official, and religious leader who served as the 15th United States secretary of agriculture during both presidential terms of Dwight D. Eisenhower and as the 13th president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) from 1985 until his death in 1994.
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Ezra Taft Benson (August 4, 1899 – May 30, 1994) was an American farmer, government official, and religious leader who served as the 15th United States secretary of agriculture during both presidential terms of Dwight D. Eisenhower and as the 13th president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) from 1985 until his ...
From his father, George Taft Benson Jr., he had learned to love his native land and the principles on which it had been founded. He had learned that the Constitution of the United States of America—the document that governed laws in the nation—had been prepared by inspired men.
He served in the provisional government of the State of Deseret and several terms in the Utah Territorial House of Representatives. He presided over the British Mission in the 1850s. In 1860 Ezra led the effort to colonize Cache Valley.
May 27, 2011 · Ezra Taft Benson (1899-), thirteenth President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, is noted for his extensive Church service and his distinguished career in government.
Ezra Taft Benson became President of the Church at age 86. He served for more than eight years (1985–1994). Nine temples were dedicated during President Benson's administration.
Ezra Taft Benson. Born: 22 February 1811, Mendon, Massachusetts. Quorum of the Twelve Apostles: 16 July 1846 (age 35) Died: 3 September 1869 (age 58), Ogden, Utah. As a young man, Ezra Taft Benson was impressed by an unexplained feeling that he should move westward.
Mar 31, 2023 · In 1973, Ezra Taft Benson became the president of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, and in 1985 became the president of the Church. He was 86 years old. President Benson emphasized the importance of reading the Book of Mormon, missionary work, and strengthening families.
