God needeth not the help of a material sword of steel to assist the sword of the Spirit in the affairs of conscience. - Roger Williams

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God needeth not the help of a material sword of steel to assist the sword of the Spirit in the affairs of conscience.

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About Roger Williams

Roger Williams (21 December 1603 – 1 April 1684) was an Anglo-American clergyman, a pioneering advocate for freedom of conscience in religious matters, and the separation of church and state. He was the founder of the Rhode Island colony.

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Alternative Names: Rev. Roger Williams, Founder of Rhode Island Rodzher Uilʹi︠a︡ms Rogerius Williams
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