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Covers key info for Washington, Madison, Jefferson, Mason, as well as VA Declaration of Rights and VA Statute for Religious Freedom. Also includes info on the expansion of VA's agricultural base after the Revolutionary War.
Christianity and America Analogy - Farley Rezendesjharbin4
This is a class project for HUM422 Christianity and America. The presentation details an analogy for the relationship between Christianity and America.
They Trusted In Something Greater Than ThemselvesDavid Turner
The founding fathers of our nation trusted in something greater than the Declaration of Independence. They trusted in the Bible and the God of the Bible. Our present leaders would do well to put their trust in the same God and the same Bible.
Ninth in the series of political philosophers, this session examines the ideas of Jefferson as found in the Declaration of Independence. There is a discussion of natural rights and the mechanistic theory of government.
This is a presentation by Dada Robert in a Your Skill Boost masterclass organised by the Excellence Foundation for South Sudan (EFSS) on Saturday, the 25th and Sunday, the 26th of May 2024.
He discussed the concept of quality improvement, emphasizing its applicability to various aspects of life, including personal, project, and program improvements. He defined quality as doing the right thing at the right time in the right way to achieve the best possible results and discussed the concept of the "gap" between what we know and what we do, and how this gap represents the areas we need to improve. He explained the scientific approach to quality improvement, which involves systematic performance analysis, testing and learning, and implementing change ideas. He also highlighted the importance of client focus and a team approach to quality improvement.
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The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
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4. EARLY LIFE
• He was elected to the Orange County
Committee of Safety in December of 1774
• In 1776, he became Orange County’s
representative at the Virginia Convention
• He once wrote to a college friend
"There is something at hand that shall
greatly augment the history of the world."
5. CONTRIBUTIONS
• Worked with George Mason on the drafting and
writing of Virginia’s Constitution.
• One of his special contributions was reworking
some of the language about religious freedom.
• In 1780, he went to Philadelphia to serve as one
of Virginia's delegates to Continental Congress.
6. • In 1783, Madison returned to Virginia and the
state legislature. There, he became a champion
for the separation of church and state and
helped get Virginia's Statute of Religious
Freedom, a revised version of a document
penned by Jefferson in 1777, passed in 1786.
7. • Madison wrote the first drafts of the U.S.
Constitution, co-wrote the Federalist Papers &
sponsored the Bill of Rights.
• He established the Democrat-Republican Party with
President Thomas Jefferson, and became president
himself in 1808.
• Madison initiated the War of 1812, and served two
terms in the White House with first lady Dolley
Madison.
9. Born circa January 11,
1755 or 1757 (the exact
date is unknown), on the
island of Nevis, British
West Indies.
10. • 1777: Became George Washington’s assistant
• 1778: Convinced New Yorkers to ratify the US
constitution
• 1789-1795: Served as the nation’s first secretary
of the treasury
• a tax collection bureau that would later become
the U.S. Coast Guard.