The Puritan World

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The Puritan World

• Mr. Hrga
• English 3 American Literature

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By Definition

• PURITANICAL characterized by rigid morality
  strictness and austerity especially in matters of
  conduct or religion

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Basic Puritan Beliefs

• TOTAL DEPRAVITY - every human is born sinful
• UNCONDITIONAL SELECTION - God saves those he
  wishes
• LIMITED ATONEMENT - Jesus died only for the
  select few
• PREDESTINATION - God already knows who is going
  to heaven or hell

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Common themes in Puritan Literature...

• IDEALISM - both religious and political
• Practical and with a purpose

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PURITAN VALUES

• Self-examination/criticism
• Self discipline
• Concern for education
• Frugality
• Commitment to self-reliance
• Commitment to hardwork
• Stand tall

• Speak plainly
• Belief in the perfect world / Utopia (city on a
  hill)
• Moderation
• By the BOOK
• Steadfastness
• Faithful endurance
• Modesty

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A way of life...