America's Godly Heritage Video 2

America's Godly Heritage

• Over the course of 8 years and 6 months, American colonists defeated the British Army and Navy, leading to the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776.
• The United States of America became a separate, independent nation, with the Bible playing a significant role in shaping the country's foundation.

The Bible's Influence on America

• The Bible had a direct impact on the success of America's government, an impact that was widely understood and acknowledged by previous generations.
• The Bible influenced various aspects of American culture, including:
  • System of government
  • Law
  • Education
  • Free enterprise system
  • Views of private property
  • Social services

Early American Attitudes towards the Bible

• In previous generations, Americans made the Bible a central part of their lives, spending up to several hours a day studying it.
• Many prominent statesmen, including the pilgrims, made it a habit to read through their Bibles once a year, seeking practical insight for daily life.
• Early Americans saw the Bible as a practical guidebook that could direct every aspect of daily life, not just a spiritual devotional book.

Famous Americans on the Bible

• Patrick Henry declared the Bible is "a book worth more than all the other books that were ever printed."
• Noah Webster forcefully announced the Bible is "the chief moral cause of all that is good and the best corrector of all that is evil in human society."### The Bible's Influence on America
• Benjamin Rush, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, advocated for the Bible to be read in American schools, citing its importance for private and public happiness.
• Daniel Webster, a great defender of the Constitution, attributed the right views of civil liberty to the free and universal reading of the Bible.

The Pilgrims and the Geneva Bible

• The Pilgrims arrived in America in the 1620s with the Geneva Bible, which was a popular Bible among those who had been persecuted for their religious beliefs.
• The Geneva Bible was printed in 1519 and was carried to America by the Arthur Upton family.
• It was the most popular Bible of its time, with 140 different reprints between 1560 and 1644.
• The Geneva Bible's marginal commentaries, written by prominent reformers such as Martin Luther and John Knox, challenged the culture and pointed out where cultural customs differed from scriptural teachings.

The Pilgrims' Government and Social Policies

• The Pilgrims established a representative government based on scriptural principles, with elected legislatures in Virginia (1619) and Massachusetts (1620).
• The Pilgrims initially practiced a form of socialism, but eventually abandoned it due to inefficiency and non-productivity.
• They adopted a new policy, based on 1 Timothy 5:8 and 2 Thessalonians 3:10, where able-bodied individuals were expected to work and provide for themselves, while the community helped those who could not.

The Bible's Influence on Education

• In 1647, the Massachusetts legislature passed the "Old Deluder Satan Act," which required towns to establish schools to teach children to read and write, with the goal of preventing civil and religious leaders from abusing their power.
• The law recognized that if citizens were biblically illiterate, they might not be able to resist evil government.

The New England Primer

• In 1690, the first American textbook, the New England Primer, was published in Boston.
• The primer taught phonics, the ABCs, and featured a rhyming alphabet with biblical illustrations and rhymes.
• It also included a section on the alphabet of lessons for youth, with each letter accompanied by a Bible verse.
• The primer included over 170 questions on the Bible, including the Ten Commandments, and was used for generations in American education.

The Declaration of Independence

• The Declaration of Independence (1776) was influenced by the ideas of John Locke, a theological writer and political philosopher.
• The document's success is attributed to the biblical principles upon which it was founded, making it the most successful government document in history.### John Locke and the Declaration of Independence
• John Locke's writings influenced American founders, including John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Rush.
• John Quincy Adams confirmed that the Declaration of Independence was based on Locke's theory of government.
• Locke's "Two Treatises of Government" had a profound influence on the founders' philosophy.

The Bible's Influence on the Declaration of Independence

• Richard Henry Lee, a signer of the Declaration, stated that the document was "copied from Locke's treatises on government".
• In "Two Treatises of Government", Locke referred to the Bible over 1500 times to demonstrate the proper operation of civil government.

The American Revolution

• The American Revolution began in 1776.
• In 1781, Americans won the Battle of Yorktown, resulting in the complete defeat and surrender of British commander Lord Cornwallis.
• With this victory, America gained independence from British policies, including the ban on printing the Bible in English.

Printing the Bible in English

• In 1781, a plan was proposed in Congress to print America's first English-language Bible.

America's Godly Heritage

• Over the course of 8 years and 6 months, American colonists defeated the British Army and Navy, leading to the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776.
• The United States of America became a separate, independent nation, with the Bible playing a significant role in shaping the country's foundation.

The Bible's Influence on America

• The Bible had a direct impact on the success of America's government, an impact that was widely understood and acknowledged by previous generations.
• The Bible influenced various aspects of American culture, including:
  • System of government
  • Law
  • Education
  • Free enterprise system
  • Views of private property
  • Social services

Early American Attitudes towards the Bible

• In previous generations, Americans made the Bible a central part of their lives, spending up to several hours a day studying it.
• Many prominent statesmen, including the pilgrims, made it a habit to read through their Bibles once a year, seeking practical insight for daily life.
• Early Americans saw the Bible as a practical guidebook that could direct every aspect of daily life, not just a spiritual devotional book.

Famous Americans on the Bible

• Patrick Henry declared the Bible is "a book worth more than all the other books that were ever printed."
• Noah Webster forcefully announced the Bible is "the chief moral cause of all that is good and the best corrector of all that is evil in human society."### The Bible's Influence on America
• Benjamin Rush, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, advocated for the Bible to be read in American schools, citing its importance for private and public happiness.
• Daniel Webster, a great defender of the Constitution, attributed the right views of civil liberty to the free and universal reading of the Bible.

The Pilgrims and the Geneva Bible

• The Pilgrims arrived in America in the 1620s with the Geneva Bible, which was a popular Bible among those who had been persecuted for their religious beliefs.
• The Geneva Bible was printed in 1519 and was carried to America by the Arthur Upton family.
• It was the most popular Bible of its time, with 140 different reprints between 1560 and 1644.
• The Geneva Bible's marginal commentaries, written by prominent reformers such as Martin Luther and John Knox, challenged the culture and pointed out where cultural customs differed from scriptural teachings.

The Pilgrims' Government and Social Policies

• The Pilgrims established a representative government based on scriptural principles, with elected legislatures in Virginia (1619) and Massachusetts (1620).
• The Pilgrims initially practiced a form of socialism, but eventually abandoned it due to inefficiency and non-productivity.
• They adopted a new policy, based on 1 Timothy 5:8 and 2 Thessalonians 3:10, where able-bodied individuals were expected to work and provide for themselves, while the community helped those who could not.

The Bible's Influence on Education

• In 1647, the Massachusetts legislature passed the "Old Deluder Satan Act," which required towns to establish schools to teach children to read and write, with the goal of preventing civil and religious leaders from abusing their power.
• The law recognized that if citizens were biblically illiterate, they might not be able to resist evil government.

The New England Primer

• In 1690, the first American textbook, the New England Primer, was published in Boston.
• The primer taught phonics, the ABCs, and featured a rhyming alphabet with biblical illustrations and rhymes.
• It also included a section on the alphabet of lessons for youth, with each letter accompanied by a Bible verse.
• The primer included over 170 questions on the Bible, including the Ten Commandments, and was used for generations in American education.

The Declaration of Independence

• The Declaration of Independence (1776) was influenced by the ideas of John Locke, a theological writer and political philosopher.
• The document's success is attributed to the biblical principles upon which it was founded, making it the most successful government document in history.### John Locke and the Declaration of Independence
• John Locke's writings influenced American founders, including John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Rush.
• John Quincy Adams confirmed that the Declaration of Independence was based on Locke's theory of government.
• Locke's "Two Treatises of Government" had a profound influence on the founders' philosophy.

The Bible's Influence on the Declaration of Independence

• Richard Henry Lee, a signer of the Declaration, stated that the document was "copied from Locke's treatises on government".
• In "Two Treatises of Government", Locke referred to the Bible over 1500 times to demonstrate the proper operation of civil government.

The American Revolution

• The American Revolution began in 1776.
• In 1781, Americans won the Battle of Yorktown, resulting in the complete defeat and surrender of British commander Lord Cornwallis.
• With this victory, America gained independence from British policies, including the ban on printing the Bible in English.

Printing the Bible in English

• In 1781, a plan was proposed in Congress to print America's first English-language Bible.

America's Godly Heritage

• Over the course of 8 years and 6 months, American colonists defeated the British Army and Navy, leading to the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776.
• The United States of America became a separate, independent nation, with the Bible playing a significant role in shaping the country's foundation.

The Bible's Influence on America

• The Bible had a direct impact on the success of America's government, an impact that was widely understood and acknowledged by previous generations.
• The Bible influenced various aspects of American culture, including:
  • System of government
  • Law
  • Education
  • Free enterprise system
  • Views of private property
  • Social services

Early American Attitudes towards the Bible

• In previous generations, Americans made the Bible a central part of their lives, spending up to several hours a day studying it.
• Many prominent statesmen, including the pilgrims, made it a habit to read through their Bibles once a year, seeking practical insight for daily life.
• Early Americans saw the Bible as a practical guidebook that could direct every aspect of daily life, not just a spiritual devotional book.

Famous Americans on the Bible

• Patrick Henry declared the Bible is "a book worth more than all the other books that were ever printed."
• Noah Webster forcefully announced the Bible is "the chief moral cause of all that is good and the best corrector of all that is evil in human society."### The Bible's Influence on America
• Benjamin Rush, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, advocated for the Bible to be read in American schools, citing its importance for private and public happiness.
• Daniel Webster, a great defender of the Constitution, attributed the right views of civil liberty to the free and universal reading of the Bible.

The Pilgrims and the Geneva Bible

• The Pilgrims arrived in America in the 1620s with the Geneva Bible, which was a popular Bible among those who had been persecuted for their religious beliefs.
• The Geneva Bible was printed in 1519 and was carried to America by the Arthur Upton family.
• It was the most popular Bible of its time, with 140 different reprints between 1560 and 1644.
• The Geneva Bible's marginal commentaries, written by prominent reformers such as Martin Luther and John Knox, challenged the culture and pointed out where cultural customs differed from scriptural teachings.

The Pilgrims' Government and Social Policies

• The Pilgrims established a representative government based on scriptural principles, with elected legislatures in Virginia (1619) and Massachusetts (1620).
• The Pilgrims initially practiced a form of socialism, but eventually abandoned it due to inefficiency and non-productivity.
• They adopted a new policy, based on 1 Timothy 5:8 and 2 Thessalonians 3:10, where able-bodied individuals were expected to work and provide for themselves, while the community helped those who could not.

The Bible's Influence on Education

• In 1647, the Massachusetts legislature passed the "Old Deluder Satan Act," which required towns to establish schools to teach children to read and write, with the goal of preventing civil and religious leaders from abusing their power.
• The law recognized that if citizens were biblically illiterate, they might not be able to resist evil government.

The New England Primer

• In 1690, the first American textbook, the New England Primer, was published in Boston.
• The primer taught phonics, the ABCs, and featured a rhyming alphabet with biblical illustrations and rhymes.
• It also included a section on the alphabet of lessons for youth, with each letter accompanied by a Bible verse.
• The primer included over 170 questions on the Bible, including the Ten Commandments, and was used for generations in American education.

The Declaration of Independence

• The Declaration of Independence (1776) was influenced by the ideas of John Locke, a theological writer and political philosopher.
• The document's success is attributed to the biblical principles upon which it was founded, making it the most successful government document in history.### John Locke and the Declaration of Independence
• John Locke's writings influenced American founders, including John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Rush.
• John Quincy Adams confirmed that the Declaration of Independence was based on Locke's theory of government.
• Locke's "Two Treatises of Government" had a profound influence on the founders' philosophy.

The Bible's Influence on the Declaration of Independence

• Richard Henry Lee, a signer of the Declaration, stated that the document was "copied from Locke's treatises on government".
• In "Two Treatises of Government", Locke referred to the Bible over 1500 times to demonstrate the proper operation of civil government.

The American Revolution

• The American Revolution began in 1776.
• In 1781, Americans won the Battle of Yorktown, resulting in the complete defeat and surrender of British commander Lord Cornwallis.
• With this victory, America gained independence from British policies, including the ban on printing the Bible in English.

Printing the Bible in English

• In 1781, a plan was proposed in Congress to print America's first English-language Bible.

America's Godly Heritage

• Over the course of 8 years and 6 months, American colonists defeated the British Army and Navy, leading to the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776.
• The United States of America became a separate, independent nation, with the Bible playing a significant role in shaping the country's foundation.

The Bible's Influence on America

• The Bible had a direct impact on the success of America's government, an impact that was widely understood and acknowledged by previous generations.
• The Bible influenced various aspects of American culture, including:
  • System of government
  • Law
  • Education
  • Free enterprise system
  • Views of private property
  • Social services

Early American Attitudes towards the Bible

• In previous generations, Americans made the Bible a central part of their lives, spending up to several hours a day studying it.
• Many prominent statesmen, including the pilgrims, made it a habit to read through their Bibles once a year, seeking practical insight for daily life.
• Early Americans saw the Bible as a practical guidebook that could direct every aspect of daily life, not just a spiritual devotional book.

Famous Americans on the Bible

• Patrick Henry declared the Bible is "a book worth more than all the other books that were ever printed."
• Noah Webster forcefully announced the Bible is "the chief moral cause of all that is good and the best corrector of all that is evil in human society."### The Bible's Influence on America
• Benjamin Rush, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, advocated for the Bible to be read in American schools, citing its importance for private and public happiness.
• Daniel Webster, a great defender of the Constitution, attributed the right views of civil liberty to the free and universal reading of the Bible.

The Pilgrims and the Geneva Bible

• The Pilgrims arrived in America in the 1620s with the Geneva Bible, which was a popular Bible among those who had been persecuted for their religious beliefs.
• The Geneva Bible was printed in 1519 and was carried to America by the Arthur Upton family.
• It was the most popular Bible of its time, with 140 different reprints between 1560 and 1644.
• The Geneva Bible's marginal commentaries, written by prominent reformers such as Martin Luther and John Knox, challenged the culture and pointed out where cultural customs differed from scriptural teachings.

The Pilgrims' Government and Social Policies

• The Pilgrims established a representative government based on scriptural principles, with elected legislatures in Virginia (1619) and Massachusetts (1620).
• The Pilgrims initially practiced a form of socialism, but eventually abandoned it due to inefficiency and non-productivity.
• They adopted a new policy, based on 1 Timothy 5:8 and 2 Thessalonians 3:10, where able-bodied individuals were expected to work and provide for themselves, while the community helped those who could not.

The Bible's Influence on Education

• In 1647, the Massachusetts legislature passed the "Old Deluder Satan Act," which required towns to establish schools to teach children to read and write, with the goal of preventing civil and religious leaders from abusing their power.
• The law recognized that if citizens were biblically illiterate, they might not be able to resist evil government.

The New England Primer

• In 1690, the first American textbook, the New England Primer, was published in Boston.
• The primer taught phonics, the ABCs, and featured a rhyming alphabet with biblical illustrations and rhymes.
• It also included a section on the alphabet of lessons for youth, with each letter accompanied by a Bible verse.
• The primer included over 170 questions on the Bible, including the Ten Commandments, and was used for generations in American education.

The Declaration of Independence

• The Declaration of Independence (1776) was influenced by the ideas of John Locke, a theological writer and political philosopher.
• The document's success is attributed to the biblical principles upon which it was founded, making it the most successful government document in history.### John Locke and the Declaration of Independence
• John Locke's writings influenced American founders, including John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Rush.
• John Quincy Adams confirmed that the Declaration of Independence was based on Locke's theory of government.
• Locke's "Two Treatises of Government" had a profound influence on the founders' philosophy.

The Bible's Influence on the Declaration of Independence

• Richard Henry Lee, a signer of the Declaration, stated that the document was "copied from Locke's treatises on government".
• In "Two Treatises of Government", Locke referred to the Bible over 1500 times to demonstrate the proper operation of civil government.

The American Revolution

• The American Revolution began in 1776.
• In 1781, Americans won the Battle of Yorktown, resulting in the complete defeat and surrender of British commander Lord Cornwallis.
• With this victory, America gained independence from British policies, including the ban on printing the Bible in English.

Printing the Bible in English

• In 1781, a plan was proposed in Congress to print America's first English-language Bible.