Quote by John Quincy Adams

The highest glory of the American Revolution was this: it connected in one indissoluble bond the principles of civil government with the principles of Christianity.

The highest glory of the American Revolution was this: it co

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This quote emphasizes that the American Revolution was significant because it united the principles of civil government with the principles of Christianity. It suggests that the revolution helped establish a strong connection between governance and the values and teachings of Christianity. This assertion implies that the revolution had a profound impact not only on political and civic matters but also on societal and religious aspects. It implies that the principles of civil government and Christianity became intertwined and mutually reinforcing, shaping the nation's foundational beliefs and values.

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