"But let us remember, at the same time, government is sacred, and not to be trifled with."
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Jonathan Mayhew (1720-1766) was a prominent American minister and revolutionary thinker whose fiery sermons and writings laid the groundwork for the American Revolution. Born in Martha's Vineyard, Mayhew became a key figure in the Congregational Church in Boston, advocating for religious and political freedom. His passionate oratory challenged established authority, promoting the idea that individuals have the right to question and resist tyranny. Mayhew's legacy endures through his influence on Enlightenment thought and his role in shaping early American ideals of liberty and justice.
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"It is our happiness to live under the government of a PRINCE who is satisfied with ruling according to law; as every other good prince will - We enjoy under his administration all the liberty that is proper and expedient for us."
Jonathan Mayhew