Growing vast quickly, the colony that desired a religious utopia with political unity was bound to face problems. This colony was a beacon of hope for the world, a place where they could seek religious refuge and be a representation to all those following. The government raised taxes to support the church and by law, the people of the colony had to attend church. After awhile, Winthrop began to fear that the Anglicans would rule the colony. In 1649, Winthrop died and a journal that he kept during his years was found that described everything that he and the original settlers had gone through. Though the Massachusetts Bay Colony was said to have religious freedom, the only state-supported religion was Puritanism. John Winthrop’s ideas and writings continue to influence politicians today. His descendents held active roles in politics up until the 19th century in New
Growing vast quickly, the colony that desired a religious utopia with political unity was bound to face problems. This colony was a beacon of hope for the world, a place where they could seek religious refuge and be a representation to all those following. The government raised taxes to support the church and by law, the people of the colony had to attend church. After awhile, Winthrop began to fear that the Anglicans would rule the colony. In 1649, Winthrop died and a journal that he kept during his years was found that described everything that he and the original settlers had gone through. Though the Massachusetts Bay Colony was said to have religious freedom, the only state-supported religion was Puritanism. John Winthrop’s ideas and writings continue to influence politicians today. His descendents held active roles in politics up until the 19th century in New