Posts tagged U.S. History
What Was Religion In The United States Really Like In 1776?
What Was Religion In The United States Really Like In 1776?

The United States had its 250th birthday last week. And, in the last few episodes we have tried to understand the role of Christianity in America’s founding. But what kinds of Christians were the first Americans? And what role did Catholics, Jews and Atheists play in the Revolution? Were there muslims or Hindus on U.S. soil in 1776?

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Analysis, Christianity, History, News, North America, ReligionMatthew PetersonMatthew Peterson, American Revolution, Religion in America, Religious Diversity, U.S. History, Christianity in America, Founding Fathers, Religious Freedom, Katherine Carté, American Founding, History Podcast, podcast, religion, Christianity, recharge, Secondary featureComment
Is America A Christian Nation?: 3 Scholars Examine Faith And The Founding
Is America A Christian Nation?: 3 Scholars Examine Faith And The Founding

As we celebrate the U.S.’s 250th birthday, the question of whether or not America is a Christian nation continues to show its face. Three professors try to provide an answer in Religion Unplugged’s latest podcast.

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Analysis, Christianity, North America, Religion, PoliticsMatthew PetersonMatthew Peterson, Christianity, Christian Nationalism, American Politics, Christianity and Government, U.S. History, MAGA Movement, Church and State, Political Theology, Evangelicalism, Founding Fathers, Democracy in America Today Podcast, rechargeComment