The American Enlightenment, 1750-1820Harvard University Press, 1997 - 220 страница This concise literary history of the American Enlightenment captures the varied and conflicting voices of religious and political conviction in the decades when the new nation was formed. Robert Ferguson's trenchant interpretation yields new understanding of this pivotal period for American culture. |
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... religious uniformity represents the broadest single trait in colonial religion . Open competition among proliferating de- nominations and active lay involvement in church government distinguish American religion from its European ...
... religious uniformity represents the broadest single trait in colonial religion . Open competition among proliferating de- nominations and active lay involvement in church government distinguish American religion from its European ...
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... Religion . " [ T ] he plain Truth is , an enlightened Mind , and not raised Affections , ought always to be the ... religious contentions at midcentury recharge the antiauthoritarian- ism in RELIGIOUS VOICES 55.
... Religion . " [ T ] he plain Truth is , an enlightened Mind , and not raised Affections , ought always to be the ... religious contentions at midcentury recharge the antiauthoritarian- ism in RELIGIOUS VOICES 55.
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... religion and morality are the twin pillars of human happiness and the indispensable supports of political prosper- ity . Clearly , religious commentary belongs in the civic realm . But who rightfully should assume responsibility for ...
... religion and morality are the twin pillars of human happiness and the indispensable supports of political prosper- ity . Clearly , religious commentary belongs in the civic realm . But who rightfully should assume responsibility for ...
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What Is Enlightenment? Some American Answers | 22 |
Religious Voices | 44 |
Writing the Revolution | 80 |
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