The dominion of Providence over the passions of men
Book • 1776
Delivered on a national fast day in May 1776, John Witherspoon's sermon 'The Dominion of Providence Over the Passions of Men' combined pastoral exhortation with political argument in favor of independence.
The sermon stresses God's sovereignty, urging personal piety while interpreting contemporary events as acts of divine providence.
In its latter half Witherspoon moves into explicit political counsel, endorsing independence as the best means to secure civil and religious liberty.
Widely published and circulated, the sermon influenced public opinion and showcased how a clergyman could engage the political crisis of the Revolutionary era.
It remains one of the most significant religious texts tied to the American founding.
The sermon stresses God's sovereignty, urging personal piety while interpreting contemporary events as acts of divine providence.
In its latter half Witherspoon moves into explicit political counsel, endorsing independence as the best means to secure civil and religious liberty.
Widely published and circulated, the sermon influenced public opinion and showcased how a clergyman could engage the political crisis of the Revolutionary era.
It remains one of the most significant religious texts tied to the American founding.
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