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Sorry, but too much nuance in an answer to simply say yes or no


The christian concept of god is mentioned in many thoughts and writings of that time regarding the constitution. I think the founders were strongly influenced by christianity, after all, most were likely brought up in that faith themselves. IE, I may no longer BELIEVE the religion I was raised in, but I'm sure as hell still INFLUENCED by that upbringing.

But then the counter is that even though they were influenced by it, they actively tried to NOT have it be a defining item in the establishment or ongoing function of the country.

(In response to this post by KaHOOnah)

Posted: 03/21/2018 at 3:54PM



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