XVII-XVIII, This book contains thirteen original essays about Puritan culture in colonial New England. Prompted by the growing interest in secular studies, as well as postnational, transnational, and ...

In 1630, the Puritans set sail for America. Unlike the Pilgrims who had left 10 years earlier, the Puritans did not break with the Church of England, but instead sought to reform it. Seeking ...

The Puritans were people on a mission ... they have done as much for English Christianity (not to mention that of America) as any group of would-be change agents has ever done.” ...

the book is well written, engaging, and brings Puritan studies into the twenty-first century. It would make an excellent choice for the classroom in courses on gender history, early American history, ...

But that image is a false one, scholars say. Some see Puritans planting the seeds of such core American values as industriousness, idealism and faith more than a century before the Declaration of ...

The first known UFO encounter in America was recorded in 1639 by pious Puritan and prolific journal-keeper John Winthrop. He is a foundational figure in the national pantheon and leader of the ...

The pursuit of becoming the “city on a hill” lighting the way for the Old World captured the imagination, will, and purpose ...

Illustration of theology and confession of faith in the atoning sacrifice of the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. puritans stock illustrations Rose Luther. Illustration of theology and confession of ...

Elizabeth was able to deal with the Puritan threat in Parliament as she had the power to simply close Parliament if they tried to discuss issues she did not want them to. Some Puritans valued good ...