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The Bloudy Tenent of Persecution for Cause of Conscience Discussed and Mr. Cotton's Letter Examined and Answered

By Roger Williams
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The work mounts a sustained argument against using civil power to enforce religious conformity, grounding its case in scriptural interpretation and practical reasoning. It critiques claims that magistrates should punish religious dissent, examines and replies to a contemporary minister's published letter, and offers addresses aimed at lawmakers and general readers. Interleaving theological exegesis, legal and moral reasoning, and polemical rejoinders, the text advocates freedom of conscience and the separation of church authority from state coercion, while outlining a defense of toleration as consistent with Christian principles.

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Roger Williams

Roger Williams was a 17th-century English theologian, author, and founder of the Rhode Island colony. He is best known for his advocacy of religious freedom and the separation of church and state, principles that were revolutionary for his time. His notable works include "A Key Into the Language of America," which provides insights into the Native American languages and cultures, and "The Bloudy Tenent of Persecution for Cause of Conscience," where he argues against religious persecution. Williams's writings reflect his deep commitment to individual liberty and the importance of conscience in matters of faith.

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