Establishment Clause
What does the Establishment Clause state?
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion.
What right(s) does the Free Establish clause protect?
The right to practice religion freely.
what does the first amendment say about practicing your religion?
You have the right to practice any religion you want.
What does the establishment clause prohibit the Government from doing?
Prohibits the Government from establishing a religion/favoring a specific religion
The First Amendment
Can the government favor another religion according to the first amendment?
No, they must treat all religions equally.
Who coined the phrase "wall of separation"
Thomas Jefferson
Who is considered the primary proponent to establishing the free exercise clause?
James Madison
Can Government make laws that target a specific religion?
No, It cannot single out a religion with laws.
Fill in the blanks.
A () of separation between () and states.
wall of separation between church and states.
What does the free Exercise clause allow people to do with their religion?
Practice their religion without government interference.
Does the first amendment protect private religious practice at home?
Yes, It protects private religious practice.
Why did the Founding Fathers include the Establishment Clause?
To ensure a secular, non biased government and to protect an individual's freedom of conscience.
What is the exception to the free exercise clause?
Religious conduct
Religious and Establishment Clause