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Two Discourses By Jonathan Mayhew (1759)

Two Discourses By Jonathan Mayhew (1759)

Mayhew, Jonathan

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ISBN10: 1166281310
ISBN13: 9781166281311
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 80
Weight: 0.26
Height: 0.17 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Two Discourses By Jonathan Mayhew (1759) is a book written by Jonathan Mayhew, a prominent American Congregational minister during the colonial period. The book contains two of Mayhew's most famous sermons, A Discourse Concerning Unlimited Submission and Non-Resistance to the Higher Powers and A Discourse on the Importance of a Public Spirit in Every Man, Especially in Those Who Are Entrusted with Any Public Office. In the first discourse, Mayhew argues against the idea of absolute obedience to rulers, particularly in the context of British rule over the American colonies. He asserts that it is the duty of citizens to resist unjust laws and tyrannical rulers, and that the concept of divine right is a dangerous and false justification for tyranny. This discourse is considered a significant contribution to the development of American political thought and a precursor to the ideas of the American Revolution.The second discourse focuses on the importance of civic engagement and public service. Mayhew argues that it is the duty of every citizen to contribute to the common good and to hold those in positions of power accountable. He emphasizes the importance of virtue and integrity in public officials and encourages citizens to participate in the political process to ensure that their voices are heard.Overall, Two Discourses By Jonathan Mayhew (1759) is a powerful and influential work that addresses important themes of political and civic responsibility. Mayhew's ideas continue to resonate today and are considered foundational to the principles of American democracy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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