Quote by David Brainerd

As the most extravagant errors were received among the established articles of their faith, so the most infamous vices obtained in their practice, and were indulged not only with impunity, but authorized by the sanction of their laws.

As the most extravagant errors were received among the estab

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This quote suggests that in some societies, the most extreme misconceptions became widely accepted beliefs, while the most immoral behaviors were freely practiced and even protected by laws. This implies that these societies not only tolerated, but also endorsed and supported a culture of false beliefs and unethical actions.

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Faith

By David Brainerd

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