Henry B. Eyring

Date of Birth: May 31, 1933

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Biography

Henry Bennion Eyring, commonly known as Henry B. Eyring, is an American educational administrator, author, and religious leader. He is a prominent figure in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) and has served in various high-ranking positions within the organization, including as a member of the First Presidency, a counselor to the President of the Church. Born in Princeton, New Jersey, Eyring has had a distinguished career in both academia and religious service. He obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics from the University of Utah and later earned a Master of Business Administration and a Doctor of Business Administration from Harvard University. Eyring has also served as a professor at Stanford University and as the president of Ricks College (now Brigham Young University–Idaho).

5 Interesting Facts about Henry B. Eyring

1. Henry B. Eyring’s father, Henry Eyring, was a renowned chemist and a key figure in the field of chemistry.

2. Eyring served as the Commissioner of Church Education for the LDS Church twice, from 1980 to 1986 and from 1992 to 2004.

3. He has authored several books and numerous articles on religious topics, leadership, and personal development.

4. Eyring has been a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles since April 1, 1995.

5. He is known for his deep commitment to family and often speaks about the importance of familial relationships in his addresses.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Henry B. Eyring

1. “You are always in the process of becoming what you are most thinking about.”

2. “The Lord is anxious to lead us to the safety of higher ground, but that takes faith and effort on our part.”

3. “If you are on the right path, it will always be uphill.”

4. “Our Heavenly Father sees our real potential. He knows things about us that we do not know about ourselves.”

5. “There is no treasure, nor joy, comparable to being in the service of the Lord.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

While exact figures for Henry B. Eyring’s net worth are not publicly available, it is known that leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints receive a modest living stipend. The wealth of LDS Church leaders is generally not a matter of public record.

Children

Henry B. Eyring and his wife, Kathleen Johnson Eyring, have six children. Their names are Henry J. Eyring, Elizabeth Eyring, Matthew J. Eyring, Stuart M. Eyring, Paul B. Eyring, and Mary Kathleen Eyring.