MAKING OF A NEW NATION 1776 1800
THE US CONSTITUTION PREAMBLE ARTICLES AND AMENDMENTS
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brought about an end to religious differences
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helped promote religious freedom
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increased American interest in religion
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led to inequality among religious groups
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Detailed explanation-1: -The Free Exercise Clause recognizes our right to believe and practice our faith, or not, according to the dictates of conscience. And the Establishment Clause bars the government from taking sides in religious disputes or favoring or disfavoring anyone based on religion or belief (or lack thereof).
Detailed explanation-2: -It forbids Congress from both promoting one religion over others and also restricting an individual’s religious practices. It guarantees freedom of expression by prohibiting Congress from restricting the press or the rights of individuals to speak freely.
Detailed explanation-3: -Establishment clause of First Amendment often interpreted to require separation of church and state.
Detailed explanation-4: -The First Amendment’s Establishment Clause prohibits the government from making any law “respecting an establishment of religion.” This clause not only forbids the government from establishing an official religion, but also prohibits government actions that unduly favor one religion over another.