02404cam a22003253u 4500 68627 UtSlPG 20260610134603.0 m cr n 260607r20221919utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 19014786 UtSlPG en iso639-1 F001 Strickland, Arthur Barsazou, 1879- Roger Williams, Prophet and Pioneer of Soul-Liberty Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2022 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2022-07-28 Alan, Brian Wilson, Mary Glenn Krause, MFR and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Roger Williams, Prophet and Pioneer of Soul-Liberty" by Arthur B. Strickland is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The text explores the life and contributions of Roger Williams, focusing on his advocacy for religious freedom and the establishment of a community based on absolute soul-liberty in America. It positions Williams as a pivotal figure in the development of democratic ideals that shaped the nation's foundation. The opening of the work outlines the profound impact of Roger Williams, detailing his early life and the principles he espoused regarding the separation of church and state. Strickland introduces Williams as a visionary who fled persecution in England to establish a new colony where individuals could freely practice their faith. The narrative emphasizes his relentless pursuit of these ideals, leading to the founding of Providence and the creation of a society rooted in respect for all beliefs. As the text delves into his challenges and victories, it sets the stage for Williams' legacy in promoting civil and religious liberties, making a case for his essential role in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United States: The Judson Press, 1919 Williams, Roger, 1604?-1683 https://archive.org/details/rogerwilliamspro01stri/page/n7 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/68627 109431 109431