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In the Hands of a Good Providence : Religion in the Life of George Washington.

Thompson, Mary V.

In the Hands of a Good Providence : Religion in the Life of George Washington. - 1st ed. - 1 online resource (180 pages)

Intro -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Dedication Page -- Contents -- Preface -- Acknowledgments -- 1. Controversy: A Man of Many Questions -- 2. Foundations: Early Influences -- 3. Church Affiliation: A Lifelong Anglican -- 4. Sundays: Public Worship and Time for Reflection -- 5. Confirmation and Communion: Questions about a Rite and Sacrament of the Church -- 6. Prayer: Private Devotions -- 7. Evidence of Belief: Contemporary Statements -- 8. Outward Actions: Charity and Toleration -- 9. Church and State: Washington's Vision for America -- 10. Conclusions: Washington's and Others' -- Notes -- Bibliography -- Index.

9780813930329


Christianity and politics - United States - Church of England - History - 18th century.


Electronic books.

E312.17 -- .T466 2008eb

973.4/3092

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