About this episode

The Robertsons discuss the implications of removing God from the concept of human rights while examining America's founding principles.

Al, Zach, John Luke, and Christian take an honest look at America’s imperfect founding. As they continue their Hillsdale series, they examine the tension between liberty and slavery and how flawed motives shaped the early nation. But even in the middle of it, a deeper truth emerges: true freedom doesn’t come from government—it comes from God. That idea, rooted in natural law, would go on to shape everything from the Declaration of Independence to the fight for civil rights. Today’s conversation is about Lesson 3 of Colonial America: From Wilderness to Civilization from Hillsdale College. Take the course with us at no cost to you! Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/. More about Colonial America: Professors of history and politics guide us through the perilous journey of the Mayflower and the grueling winters of Cape Cod. They explore the ideas of religious liberty and natural rights, as well as the brutal conflicts, such as the wars on the frontier and the French and Indian War. Through this six-lesson appreciation of the colonial experience, you will learn how the unique American spirit was shaped. Journey to the New World and discover the origins of the American spirit…

People in this episode

Hosts: Al, Zach, John Luke, Christian

Topics covered

• American founding
• liberty and slavery
• natural law
• civil rights
• religious liberty
• colonial experience

Keywords

• human rights
• freedom
• government
• natural rights
• Colonial America
• Hillsdale series
• American spirit

Sponsors

Hillsdale College

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Hillsdale College, At Home with Phil Robertson

Books & works: Declaration of Independence

Places: Cape Cod, New World

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