Monday, October 15

Edwards, Franklin, and the crazy hair of Rationalism

Rationalism: any man with hair
like this is not to be trusted. 
Still studying the end of Puritanism and the beginning of Puritanism. This will lead into much of the Revolutionary Literature of 18th century America.

Agenda:
  1. Lord's Prayer
  2. Read the following Rationalist literature: 
    1. Thomas Jefferson: selections (p. 95-101 in Lit Book)
    2. William Byrd: "The History of the Dividing Line
    1. Finish RJ on Edwards. Add the following questions:
      1. What might Edwards say in response to some of the ideas put forth in Jefferson's writing, namely the Declaration of Independence?
      2. What might Edwards say in response to the suggestions made by William Byrd?
    2. Discuss the differences between Edwards and the Rationalists.
    3. Review HW: 
      1. Finish readings above. Reading Journal Questions above.
      2. Study Puritanism and Rationalism. Quiz this week. Block Day.

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