Virginia Presbyterianism And Religious Liberty In Colonial And Revolutionary Times (1907) - Thomas Cary Johnson - Bog

""Virginia Presbyterianism and Religious Liberty in Colonial and Revolutionary Times"" is a historical book written by Thomas Cary Johnson and published in 1907. The book explores the role of Presbyterianism in the development of religious liberty in Virginia during the colonial and revolutionary periods. Johnson begins by examining the early history of the Presbyterian Church in Virginia, including the establishment of the first Presbyterian congregation in the colony in 1710. He then discusses the various challenges faced by Presbyterians in Virginia, including persecution and discrimination from the Anglican Church, which was the established religion of the colony. The book also delves into the political and social context of the time, including the American Revolution and the debates over religious liberty that took place during the drafting of the Virginia Declaration of Rights. Johnson argues that Presbyterianism played a significant role in the development of religious freedom in Virginia, and that the principles of Presbyterianism were closely aligned with the ideals of the American Revolution. Throughout the book, Johnson draws on a wide range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official documents, to provide a detailed and nuanced account of the history of Presbyterianism in Virginia. He also includes biographical sketches of key figures in the Presbyterian Church, such as Samuel Davies and John Blair Smith, to provide a more personal perspective on the events and issues discussed in the book. Overall, ""Virginia Presbyterianism and Religious Liberty in Colonial and Revolutionary Times"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion and politics in early America, and provides a fascinating insight into the role of Presbyterianism in the development of religious freedom in Virginia.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.