Religion and the Continental Congress, 1774-1789: contributions to original intent
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1. Verfasser: Davis, Derek (VerfasserIn)
Format: Elektronisch E-Book
Sprache:English
Veröffentlicht: Oxford [England] Oxford University Press 2000
Schriftenreihe:Religion in America series (Oxford University Press)
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Beschreibung:Includes bibliographical references (pages 285-301) and index
Original intent as a basis for constitutional interpretation -- - The political status of religion in the founding era -- - Religion and the American Revolution -- - A summary view of politics and religion in the Continental Congress -- - Chaplaincies and days of religious observance under the Continental Congress -- - Religious dimensions of the Declaration of Independence -- - Religion and federalism during the Confederation Period -- - A national seal and a (national?) bible -- - The Continental Congress and religious liberty -- - Virtue and the Continental Congress -- - The Continental Congress, original intent, and modern constitutional adjudication
How did the constitutional framers envision the role of religion in American public life? Did they think that the government had the right to advance or support religion and religious activities? Or did they believe that the two realms should remain forever separate? Throughout American history, scholars, Supreme Court justices, and members of the American public have debated these questions. The debate continues to have significance in the present day, especially in regard to public schools, government aid to sectarian education, and the use of public property for religious symbols. In this b
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