Article V
Thomas Jefferson's letter to the Danbury Baptists gave America one of its most important metaphors: a 'wall of separation' between church and state. This soulful track explores the founding principle that religious freedom requires government to stay out of matters of conscience. The wall doesn't protect the state from religion -- it protects religion from the state. Jefferson understood that faith flourishes only when it is free.
For families, classrooms, and anyone who listens with curiosity.
What did Jefferson mean by a 'wall of separation between church and state'?
Why did the founders believe religious freedom was essential to a free society?
How does the First Amendment protect both believers and non-believers?
Can you think of a time when government involvement in religion caused problems in history?