Patriot Preachers of the American Revolution is a historical book written by Frank Moore that explores the role of religious leaders during the American Revolution. The book examines the lives and contributions of various clergymen who played a significant role in the fight for independence, including Samuel Cooper, John Witherspoon, and Jonathan Mayhew. The author also delves into the religious and political context of the time, exploring the impact of the Great Awakening and the Enlightenment on American society. Through ...
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Patriot Preachers of the American Revolution is a historical book written by Frank Moore that explores the role of religious leaders during the American Revolution. The book examines the lives and contributions of various clergymen who played a significant role in the fight for independence, including Samuel Cooper, John Witherspoon, and Jonathan Mayhew. The author also delves into the religious and political context of the time, exploring the impact of the Great Awakening and the Enlightenment on American society. Through detailed research and analysis, Moore illustrates how these preachers used their pulpits to inspire and mobilize their congregations to support the revolutionary cause. The book provides a unique perspective on the American Revolution, highlighting the important role that religion played in shaping the country's history. Overall, Patriot Preachers of the American Revolution is an insightful and informative read for anyone interested in American history, religion, or the intersection of the two.1862. With biographical sketches. It was the editor's purpose of this volume to present a collection of the most characteristic sermons, that were preached by the most celebrated divines, who occupied the American pulpits during the period extending from the Repeal of the Stamp Act in 1766 through the Revolution, to the establishment of peace in 1783. The brief biographical sketches prefixed to each sermon are intended to simply indicate the position and character of their respective writers, and to give a rapid sketch of their lives and services.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.
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