James E. Talmage
1862–1933 (70 years)
Hometown: Hungerford, Berkshire, England
Biography
James E. Talmage was an apostle from 1911 until his death in 1933 and is remembered as one of the church’s foremost intellectuals. A geologist and educator, he brought scientific training to church leadership.
Talmage authored “Jesus the Christ” and “Articles of Faith,” two books that remain influential in LDS theology. He was president of the University of Utah and a fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh.
His attempt to harmonize science and religion was unusual for his era. His books systematized LDS theology in ways that shaped church teaching for generations.
Served Under
Church presidents during this leader's apostolic service:
Wives (1)
1 wives · Lifespan: 1862–1933
8 children from 1 wives · Lifespan: 1862–1933
| # | Name | Born | Died | Married | Her Age | His Age | Age Diff | Children |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sep 29, 1868 | Apr 6, 1944 | Jun 14, 1888 | 19 | 25 | 6 | 8 |
Children (8)
With
Merry May Booth
(8 children)
- Sterling Booth Talmage (b. Jan 1, 1889)
- Paul Booth Talmage (b. Jan 1, 1891)
- Zella Talmage (b. Jan 1, 1894)
- Elsie Talmage (b. Jan 1, 1896)
- James Karl Talmage (b. Jan 1, 1898)
- Lucile Talmage (b. Jan 1, 1900)
- Helen May Talmage (b. Jan 1, 1902)
- John Russell Talmage (b. Jan 1, 1911)
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