Enforced uniformity confounds civil and religious liberty and denies the principles of Christianity and civility. No man shall be required to worship… - Roger Williams

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Enforced uniformity confounds civil and religious liberty and denies the principles of Christianity and civility. No man shall be required to worship or maintain a worship against his will.

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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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Men's consciences ought in no sort to be violated, urged, or constrained. And whenever men have attempted any thing by this violent course, whether openly or by secret means, the issue has been pernicious, and the cause of great and wonderful innovations in the principallest and mightiest kingdoms and countries...

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