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Roger Williams
AuthorBooks · Second hand1603-1684
Roger Williams was an English-born New England minister, theologian, author, and founder of the Providence Plantations, which became the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations and later the State of Rhode Island. He was a staunch advocate for religious liberty, separation of church and state, and fair dealings with the Native Americans.
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About Roger Williams
Birth
1603
Death
1684
First book
1643
Years writing
383
Roger Williams was an English-born New England minister, theologian, author, and founder of the Providence Plantations, which became the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations and later the State of Rhode Island. He was a staunch advocate for religious liberty, separation of church and state, and fair dealings with the Native Americans.
Roger Williams was a pioneer in advocating for the separation of church and state.
His work A Key Into the Language of America highlights his contributions as an ethnologist and grammarian.
Born in London, he became a key figure in the history of the Rhode Island Colony.
Throughout his life, he served in many roles including pastor, politician, and advocate for Native Americans.
His literary legacy includes over sixty works exploring theological and social themes.
