Tag: Biblical Influence

The Bible mentions Egypt over 700 times, and it is clear that the Israelites had a long and complex relationship with the Egyptians. The Israelites were enslaved in Egypt for many years, but they eventually escaped and made their way to the Promised Land. The Egyptians also had a significant impact...

God, Law, and Liberty: The Religious Roots of America's State MottosAmerica's founding generation was steeped in scripture. Pastors quoted Leviticus from the pulpit; statesmen cited Proverbs in their pamphlets. So when individual states began crafting their official identities, it was only natural t...