Thomas Jefferson was a prominent American leader who was heavily influenced by the Age of Enlightenment. He adopted many Enlightenment ideas that emphasized reason and individualism. Jefferson was the principal author of the Declaration of Independence, which drew from Enlightenment philosophy and expressed ideals of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Jefferson later played a key role in establishing the democratic foundations of the United States through his work on the Constitution and as the third President. He also made important contributions as an inventor, philosopher, and founder of the University of Virginia.

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2. Jefferson’s Background Born: April 13, 1743, in Shadwell, Virginia Died: July 4, 1826, at Monticello Grew up in Virginia Educated from ages 9-14 by a clergyman named William Douglas. Douglas taught him Greek, Latin, and French. Attended the College of William and Mary Well known philosopher, architect, inventor, writer, linguist, and leader.

3. What was the Age of Enlightenment? Revolutionary period in Europe in the 1600s. period of scientific awakening. Centered around Europe. John Locke's book “Essay Concerning Human Understanding” (1690) started the Enlightenment. Led to religious, intellectual, educational, economic, and political changes. “question everything.”

4. Jefferson and the Enlightenment Many beliefs derived from Age of Enlightenment. Was a philosopher, and was well read on literature from this time. Many ideas in Declaration of Independence from Enlightenment Opposed Thomas Hobbe’s views. Agreed with John Locke’s and Thomas Paine’s books.

5. Adopted by Congress on July 4, 1776. Jefferson was principal author. Many views that originated in Age of Enlightenment. Contains many adaptations of John Locke’s ideas. “Life, Liberty, Pursuit of Happiness” from Locke. Declaration of Independence

6. Jefferson’s Declaration was influential to the U.S. Constitution. The Declaration was used as a reference while writing the Constitution. The Constitution today is framework for our government. Many ideas formed in the Enlightenment and adopted by Jefferson are included in this document. American Culture and lifestyle is derived from this document. United States Constitution

8. Used as framework for finding truth

9. Characterized his theology.

11. Jefferson created the University of Virginia at Charlottesville. Conceived by 1800. Established in 1819. He conceived, panned, designed, and supervised all aspects of building and creating it. Jefferson’s final main accomplishment. First educational institution to offer academic programs in astronomy and philosophy. First university to have no religious affiliation. Jefferson’s University

12. Outspoken abolitionist. Owned many slaves over lifetime. Was too much in debt to free his slaves. Trained and schooled slaves in high quality skills. Tried unsuccessfully many times to abolish slaves. Believed strongly in equality. Emancipated his 5 best slaves after many years. Jefferson Influence on Slaves

13. Jefferson’s Role in Government 3rd President of the United States (March 4, 1801 to March 3, 1809) Political party: Democratic-Republican Member of Virginia House of Burgesses, 1769-74 Member of Continental Congress, 1775-76 Governor of Virginia, 1779-81 Member of Continental Congress, 1783-85 Minister to France, 1785-89 Secretary of State, 1790-93 Vice President, 1797-1801

14. Father of American Democracy Thomas Jefferson founded the Democratic-Republican Party in 1792. Was a congressional caucus to fight for the Bill of Rights and against the Federalist Party. Led to Jefferson being elected as the first Democratic President of the United States. Today, we have Democrat and Republican parties. Greatly influenced American politics. Jefferson now known as the “Father of American Democracy.”

15. Jeffersonian Political Philosophy Representative Democracy, where citizens should stand out against things they don’t want. Financiers, bankers, and industrialists cause corruption and should be avoided Said people should spread the "Empire of Liberty" to the world. Promoted non-interventionism. Stay strict to the constitution. Avoid a standing army and navy. Strongly wanted freedom of speech and press to prevent tyranny. The federal government must respect States’ Rights. Stick to the Bill of Rights. Keep church and state separate. Wanted economics based on agriculture rather than industry.

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