How Did The Great Awakening Affect The Colonies

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The Great Awakening had a major impact on the Colonies. The Great Awakening occurred during the 1730s-1740s well the first one. People during this time wasn’t feeling religion or church. The Great Awakening revitalize that. It was about getting people back to attend church. Jonathan Edwards and George Whitfield were among the many preachers who preached during this time. They led people back to religion. Baptists, Methodists, and Presbyterians started growing during this time. The Great Awakening allowed people the ability to think on their own. The Awakening prepared America for its war of independence. The awakening revitalize because many people started to study their bibles at home now. It allowed them to experience God in ways they haven’t

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