AoF 11
Who do we worship?
Almighty God.
Date?
July 4, 1776.
Speech?
1st Amendment.
Person?
James Madison, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, etc.
What is it?
The supreme law of the United States.
Conscience meaning?
Following the promptings of the Holy Ghost and our own sense of right and wrong.
Equal meaning?
That all people are born with the same basic human rights.
No search?
4th Amendment.
"Divinely inspired"?
Established by God for the rights and protection of all flesh.
Why was it written?
To create a stronger national government and protect the rights of the people.
Why allow others freedom?
Because we want others to respect our right to worship, it is a fundamental human right.
Brave to sign?
Because it was an act of treason against the King, punishable by death.
Main purpose?
To list and protect the specific, fundamental rights of the people.
Defending freedom?
By being respectful, tolerant, and defending the rights of those who believe differently.
How many branches?
Three (Legislative, Executive, and Judicial).
What does the 11th Article of Faith say regarding laws that would stop a person from believing what they choose?
"We claim the privilege... and allow all men the same privilege."
Bold signature?
John Hancock.
Cruel punishment?
8th Amendment.
Joseph Smith run?
To bring attention to religious freedom after the Saints were forced from their homes.
What are the first three words?
"We the People."
Relation to 1st Amend?
Both emphasize the fundamental right of individuals to follow their conscience without government interference.
Why declare?
1. Lack of representation (taxation without representation). 2. A desire for freedom from the King's rule.
9th/10th mean?
9th: People have rights not listed. 10th: Powers not given to the federal government belong to the states or the people.
Why was the establishment of the United States Constitution essential for the Restoration of the gospel in the latter days?
The Constitution provided the religious freedom necessary for the Restoration of the gospel to take place.
What does "We the People" mean?
It means that the government gets its power from the citizens and serves them.