FAITH OF THE FOUNDERS: Why Malden, Massachusetts Insisted on a Republic Under God
(QUICK READ) — [“W]e are confirmed in the opinion, that the present age would be deficient in their duty to God, their posterity and themselves if they do not establish an American republic.
“This is the only form of government we wish to see established; for we can never be willingly subject to any other King than He who, being possessed of infinite wisdom, goodness and rectitude, is alone fit to possess unlimited power.” – Instructions of Malden, Massachusetts, for a Declaration of Independence, May 27, 1776.
Quotes reprinted in HillFaith’s “The Faith of The Founders” posts are compiled from Benjamin F. Morris’ classic work, “The Christian Life and Character of the Civil Institutions of the United States.” Morris, an historian and pastor, published the first edition more than a century ago.
Quotations are also compiled from Mark Strand, author of the Daily Inspirations email he shares on request here and that HillFaith highly recommends to Hill aides.
Mark was for 16 years President of the Congressional Institute, and he is a former fellow of the Harvard Institute of Politics. He was also a 24-year veteran congressional staffer, including four years as Chief of Staff to Sen. James Talent (R-Missouri).