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You learn not just what religious groups believed, but how religion intersected with:

Allitt treats every movement—from mainstream Protestantism to fringe cults—with scholarly fairness. TTC - Prof. Patrick N Allitt - American Religious History

The Teaching Company (TTC) presents an insightful and engaging course, "American Religious History," taught by Prof. Patrick N. Allitt, a renowned historian and professor at Emory University. This 12-lecture course provides an in-depth exploration of the evolution of Christianity in America, from the colonial era to the present day. Through Prof. Allitt's expertise and engaging narrative, learners embark on a fascinating journey to understand the complex and often paradoxical history of American Christianity. You learn not just what religious groups believed,

As the United States expanded and grew, so did its Christian landscape. Prof. Allitt guides learners through the Second Great Awakening (1790s-1840s), which witnessed the emergence of new denominations, such as Methodism and Baptism. This era also saw the rise of social reform movements, including abolitionism, temperance, and women's rights, many of which were driven by Christian ideals. The professor explores the complexities of the relationship between Christianity and slavery, highlighting the conflicting views within the churches and the role of Christian abolitionists. Allitt, a renowned historian and professor at Emory

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