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inMessment Freedom PostCurrent Project: Signers of the Declaration of Independence Richard Henry Lee said, “the experience of all times shows religion to be the guardian of morals.” He also said, “it is to be hoped, for ages and millions yet unborn, why not establish the free exercise of religion, as a part of the national compact.” → Read More . . .
inMessment Freedom PostCurrent Project: Signers of the Declaration of Independence John Hart said, “We hope that no situation in life can make us lose sight of that evident truth, so loudly proclaimed in the historic page, that dissoluteness of manners and political corruption are inseparable companions in the destruction of kingdoms; whilst the concurring testimony of the inspired penman will enforce on the most obdurate heart, that righteousness exalteth a nation but that sin is a reproach to any people.” → Read More . . .
inMessment Freedom PostCurrent Project: Signers of the Declaration of Independence Benjamin Harrison said, “the people expect that effectual and decisive measures will be taken to rid them of an implacable enemy, that are now roaming at large in the very bowels of our country, and I have no doubt of your answering their expectations;” → Read More . . .
inMessment Freedom PostCurrent Project: Signers of the Declaration of Independence John Hancock said, “Sensible of the importance of Christian piety and virtue to the order and happiness of a state, I cannot but earnestly commend to you every measure for their support and encouragement that shall not infringe the rights of conscience” → Read More . . .
inMessment Freedom PostCurrent Project: Signers of the Declaration of Independence Lyman Hall said, “In addition, therefore, to wholesome laws restraining vice, every encouragement ought to be given to introduce religion, and learned clergy to perform divine worship in honor to God, and to cultivate principles of religion and virtue among our citizens.” → Read More . . .
inMessment Freedom PostCurrent Project: Signers of the Declaration of Independence Mr. Gwinnett has one of the most dramatic deaths of all the signers of the Declaration. On May 16, 1777, Button Gwinnett engaged in a pistol duel with General Lachlan McIntosh. He lost the duel and his life. → Read More . . .
inMessment Freedom PostCurrent Project: Signers of the Declaration of Independence Carter Braxton said, “When these necessary Steps are taken and I see a Coalition formed sufficient to withstand the Power of Britain, or any other, then am I for an independent State and all its Consequences, as then I think they will produce Happiness to America. It is a true saying of a Wit – We must hang together or separately.” → Read More . . .
inMessment Freedom PostCurrent Project: Signers of the Declaration of Independence Josiah Bartlett said, “The affair of Independency has been this day determined in a Committee of the whole House; by next Post, I expect you will receive a formal declaration with the reasons; the Declaration before Congress is, I think, a pretty good one. I hope it will not be spoiled by canvassing in Congress.” → Read More . . .
inMessment Freedom PostCurrent Project: Signers of the Declaration of Independence Elbridge Gerry said, “The evils we experience flow from the excess of democracy. The people do not want [lack] virtue, but are the dupes of pretended patriots.” → Read More . . . |
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This post will be used to introduce Phil Webster to you. Phil is the author of 1776 Faith. I have quoted this book in my posts on Abraham Clark and William Ellery. Phil has provided me with a letter of introduction. I am happy to share this with you. 
