The Puritans believed that church and government could not be separated. They held that a society governed by civil law should reflect their religious values, and they aimed to create a "city upon a hill" that embodied their beliefs and ideals. In their view, the civil government should support and enforce the moral order derived from their understanding of Christianity.
According to the Puritans, what was the connection between religion and government?
They believed that the church was less important to trade and wealth.
They believed that church and government could not be separated.
They believed it was the government’s job to protect freedom of religion.
They believed that it was important to separate church and government.
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