🔒 Unveiling the Wisdom of Benjamin Rush: An Insight into America's Foundational Principles

Subscriber-only episodePart of an exclusive series on the American Soul Podcast:  Our founding fathers left us profound wisdom via their writings. This episode of American Soul invites you to dig into the influential writings of Benjamin Rush, a preeminent figure in the early history of our nation. We examine his compelling collection 'Essays literary, moral, and philosophical', which offers a wide ranging view of critical issues like education, government, society and much more. We will dive into the integral role of Christ-centered education in a republican form of government, the significance of just laws and government, and the profound impact of knowledge on freedom and liberty.<br/><br/>We will journey back in time, allowing you to understand the foundations of our nation versus the rhetoric we hear today. We will delve briefly into the pivotal role agriculture plays in our society and discuss why this sector deserves more attention in modern times. Listen to one of our great founding fathers fascinating insights on the relationship between knowledge and freedom, and why equality is only fostered by education built around God. Benjamin Rush's ideas have played an influential role in shaping our nation, and are extremely relevant in our republic today. So join me, Jesse Cope, as we uncover the truth of our  past in the attempt to better understand and navigate our present.The American Soul Podcast<br/><br/>https://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe