In the country we live in today, religious liberty is very prominent. To my understanding, today no is forced to abide by a particular religion. The participation in religion solely relies on the choice of the individual. However, centuries ago, religious freedom was looked down upon. There are numerous events that took place that resulted in the branches of other denominations and religious liberty.
British Colonist settled on the Eastern seaboard of America. It was common that in the English colonies, churches were backed by the government. This meant the church was supported by the tax-paying public. These citizens were told that they are supporting the colony’s church by paying taxes and attending regularly. However, with Rhode Island being
British Colonist settled on the Eastern seaboard of America. It was common that in the English colonies, churches were backed by the government. This meant the church was supported by the tax-paying public. These citizens were told that they are supporting the colony’s church by paying taxes and attending regularly. However, with Rhode Island being