The Holy Experiment By William Fox

Posted by Riklaa on November 9, 2012 at 2:53pm

The Holy Experiment
By William Fox
SNT 1976-10-16
Richard Pasco/Peter Howell/William Fox

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William Penn, an English Quaker, sought to guarantee religious freedom, fair governance, a peaceful society, and equality for all citizens while founding the colony of Pennsylvania. He did this by integrating Quaker beliefs into Pennsylvania's system of government. Penn called the endeavor his 'Holy Experiment.'

Pennsylvania's population flourished with immigrants fleeing religious persecution, and as history reveals, it became one of the most prosperous colonies. Penn considered his experiment in Quaker rule a success.



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  • abby November 10, 2012 at 7:24am

    Thanks, Rick...it sounds interesting!

  • semoshorts November 9, 2012 at 4:44pm

    Thanks for sharing

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