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A Plea for Liberty of Conscience, and Personal Freedom From Military Conscription (Classic Reprint): In Letters to Thomas Loring, Esq. - Couverture souple

Joshua Wilder

 
9781331534204: A Plea for Liberty of Conscience, and Personal Freedom From Military Conscription (Classic Reprint): In Letters to Thomas Loring, Esq.

Synopsis

Explore a bold claim for personal conscience and public duty.

A thoughtful collection of letters arguing that religious liberty and individual conscience should guide how a nation handles military service and government power. This edition examines how Christian ethics intersect with law, peace, and civic responsibility, inviting readers to weigh duty, tolerance, and the rights of conscience in a changing world. The author grounds his case in Scripture and gospel principles, while acknowledging the realities of governance and the need to prevent coercion. The text invites calm reflection on whether moral principles can guide state policy without suppressing honest differences of belief. It presents a measured, nonviolent vision for civic life that respects diverse convictions while considering the practical demands of public safety. What you’ll experience

  • a defense of personal conscience in matters of national service
  • historical and religious perspectives on nonviolence and duty
  • arguments about the legitimacy and limits of government force
  • contemporary implications for law, liberty, and the public good
Ideal for readers of essays on religion and politics, moral philosophy, or American constitutional thought. If you’re curious about how faith, freedom, and public policy interact, this work offers a thoughtful entry point and invites informed, respectful discussion.

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