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1 Historic Pathways The Puritans

2 Overview of the Puritan Philosophy View of God: Theists (belief of one or more deities) Values: Morality, religion, Bible, God View of Man: Man is basically evil Pessimistic view of life View of God: God is omnipotent and wrathful

3 Overview of the Puritan Philosophy View of society: Emphasis is on the success of society Emphasis is on authority Education is religious Work and worldly success are paths to God’s grace

4 The New England Primer http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjTgd1_Rz L0 What is the purpose of reading according to this book? How widespread was reading meant to be? What is the image of God and religion presented by the primer?

5 Questions: Answer on separate sheet of paper. What is your view of God? What are your values? Do you have an optimistic or pessimistic view of life? What are your views of work and success? What’s your view on society? What’s your view on education? Do you view man as inherently good, evil, or somewhere in between?

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