James Madison, Religion And Government Will Both Exist In Greater Purity
Nov 05, 11
HistoricWords Founding Fathers Post. Project: Presidents of the United States My Notes The letter below from James Madison, 4th Presidents of the United States, is an excellent treatise on Separation of Church and State. Mr. Madison starts by expressing his approbation of Congress appointing chaplains,...
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Here is the famous letter from Thomas Jefferson where the phrase, "Separation of Church and State" originates. This phrase is not in the Constitution but it has become a major point of controversy in our legal system.
Governor Rick Perry said, "I invite my fellow Texans to join me on August 6 [2011] at Reliant Stadium in Houston, as we pray for unity and righteousness – for this great state, this great nation and all mankind. I urge Americans of faith to pray on that day for the healing of our country, the rebuilding of our communities and the restoration of enduring values as our guiding force."
Thomas Jefferson said, "truth is great, and will prevail if left to herself, and is the proper and sufficient antagonist to error, ... unless (by human interposition) disarmed of her natural weapons – free argument and debate."
