Are There Christian Foundations for Political Liberty?

Written By Study Center

March 22, 2005

“Let freedom ring” is one of the deep themes of American history. It is often considered that this emphasis on political freedom began when European Christendom ended. But does the rise of liberty and justice represent a triumph of human reason over Christian thought? Or are there uniquely Christian grounds for promoting political liberty?

This lecture was part of The Veritas Forum event at UVA.

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