Quote by Mortimer Adler

One of the embarrassing problems for the early nineteenth-century champions of the Christian faith was that not one of the first six Presidents of the United States was an orthodox Christian.

One of the embarrassing problems for the early nineteenth-ce

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This quote highlights the historical fact that none of the first six Presidents of the United States adhered to orthodox Christian beliefs, which posed a dilemma for early nineteenth-century defenders of the Christian faith. This observation emphasizes the tension or embarrassment faced by those who sought to promote Christianity as the foundation of American values and governance but found the country's highest office not reflecting their religious ideals. This discrepancy showcases the complexities surrounding religion and its influence in shaping the nation's history and identity.

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