A case for the civil magistrate to support religion, grounded in reason and sacred text, with clear boundaries.
This edition presents arguments that religious support is a legitimate duty of civil government, backed by both reasoning and scripture. It frames the topic around the role of magistrates in protecting religious practices while preserving liberty of conscience and avoiding the perils of coercion.
- How the book defines the duties of rulers and the moral responsibilities of governance.
- How reason and sacred writings are used to justify public support for religion.
- Common objections and practical responses about liberty of conscience and the danger of abusing power.
- The historical context and the balance between church influence and civil authority.
Ideal for readers interested in religious liberty, political philosophy, and historical arguments about church–state relations.