Lorenzo Snow

Lorenzo Snow
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Name	Lorenzo Snow
Birth date	April 3, 1814
Birth place	Mantua, Ohio
Death date	October 10, 1901
Death place	Salt Lake City, Utah
Spouse	Charlotte Squires
Children	42
Parents	Oliver Snow and Rosetta Pettibone
Calling	Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
Ordination	February 12, 1849
Predecessor	Wilford Woodruff
Successor	Joseph F. Smith

Lorenzo Snow was a prominent leader in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served as the fifth President of the Church from 1898 until his death in 1901. He was a key figure in the early history of the church, playing important roles in the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and as a Missionary in various parts of the world, including Ohio, Illinois, and England. Snow was also a skilled Linguist and Translator, and he worked closely with other notable church leaders, such as Brigham Young and Joseph Smith. He was a strong advocate for the Temple Ordinance and worked tirelessly to promote the Gospel of Jesus Christ throughout his life, often in collaboration with other prominent figures like Heber C. Kimball and Orson Hyde.

● Early Life and Education

Lorenzo Snow was born on April 3, 1814, in Mantua, Ohio, to Oliver Snow and Rosetta Pettibone. He grew up in a family of Methodists and was educated at Oberlin College in Oberlin, Ohio, where he studied Classics and Theology. Snow's early life was influenced by his interactions with notable figures such as Charles Finney and Asa Mahan, and he was particularly drawn to the teachings of Sidney Rigdon and the Campbellite Movement. In 1836, Snow joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was baptized by John F. Boynton in Kirtland, Ohio, where he also met Joseph Smith and became acquainted with other early church leaders like Parley P. Pratt and Orson Pratt.

● Career

Snow's career in the church began in the late 1830s, when he served as a Missionary in Ohio and Illinois. He later traveled to England as a Missionary and played a key role in the church's early missionary efforts in Europe, working closely with other notable missionaries like Heber C. Kimball and Wilford Woodruff. In 1849, Snow was ordained as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles by Brigham Young, and he went on to serve in various leadership positions within the church, including as the President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and as the President of the Salt Lake Temple. Snow's career was marked by his interactions with other prominent church leaders, including John Taylor, Wilford Woodruff, and Joseph F. Smith, and he played a significant role in shaping the church's early history, particularly during the Utah War and the Mountain Meadows Massacre.

● Presidency of

the Church In 1898, Snow became the fifth President of the Church, succeeding Wilford Woodruff. During his presidency, Snow focused on promoting the Gospel of Jesus Christ and strengthening the church's international presence, often working in collaboration with other notable leaders like Rudger Clawson and Reed Smoot. He also played a key role in resolving the church's financial difficulties and in promoting the construction of Temples throughout the world, including the Salt Lake Temple and the Laie Hawaii Temple. Snow's presidency was marked by his commitment to the Temple Ordinance and his efforts to promote Missionary Work in various parts of the world, including Asia and Africa, where he worked closely with missionaries like Heber J. Grant and Abraham Owen Woodruff.

● Teachings and Legacy

Snow's teachings and legacy continue to be felt within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints today. He was a strong advocate for the Temple Ordinance and the importance of Family History and Genealogy. Snow also emphasized the need for Missionary Work and the importance of spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ to all nations, often citing the examples of Jesus Christ and the Apostle Paul. His teachings on the Plan of Salvation and the Nature of God continue to be studied by church members around the world, and his legacy as a leader and a Theologian is still celebrated by scholars and church members alike, including notable figures like B.H. Roberts and James E. Talmage. Snow's interactions with other prominent church leaders, such as Orson F. Whitney and Anthon H. Lund, also had a significant impact on the development of church doctrine and practice.

● Personal Life

Snow was married to Charlotte Squires and had a total of 42 children with his various wives, including Sarah Ann Prichard and Harriet Squires. He was known for his strong Family values and his commitment to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Snow's personal life was marked by his interactions with other notable figures, including Brigham Young and Joseph Smith, and he played a significant role in shaping the early history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Despite facing numerous challenges and difficulties throughout his life, Snow remained a devoted and faithful member of the church, and his legacy continues to be felt by church members around the world, including in Utah, Idaho, and Arizona, where he worked closely with other prominent leaders like George Q. Cannon and Moses Thatcher. Category: Latter Day Saint biography