Join us for an enlightening conversation with Professor Kate Carté from Southern Methodist University as she delves into the intricate relationships between religion and the American Revolution. Learn how religious beliefs, particularly those shaped by the Great Awakening, influenced revolutionary sentiments and actions. Explore the impacts of Protestantism, Enlightenment thought, and Deism on the Founding Fathers. We also cover the importance of religious freedom in unifying the colonies, and much more. Ideal for history enthusiasts, religious scholars, and anyone fascinated by the intersecting paths of faith and revolution.

00:00 Introduction to Kate Carté and Her Work

00:40 The Role of Religion in the American Revolution

01:47 The Great Awakening and Its Impact

04:22 Religious Divisions and the Revolution

07:33 Religion as a Unifying Force

08:56 Post-Revolution Religious Freedom

11:01 Anti-Catholic Sentiment in Colonial America

16:01 Religious Tests and Citizenship

21:41 Enlightenment, Deism, and Protestantism

27:19 Religion and Slavery in the Revolution

29:01 Religion and the Civil War

30:01 Personal Insights and Future Projects

32:48 Conclusion and Farewell

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