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A Spiritual Kaleidoscope Dominant US culture: white, English-speaking, Protestantmiddle classProtestant: The term is derived from the Latin word Protestari meaning publicly declare/protest1517, Martin Luther, “The Ninety-Five Theses on the Power and Efficacy of Indulgences” (九十五条论纲)The Theses unveiled the Reformation. an umbrella term for all Christian groups that protested Roman Catholic orthodoxy in the Reformation (1517-1648). One of the four divisions within Christianity, together with Eastern Orthodox Churches, Oriental Orthodox Churches, and Roman Catholic Church Fundamental Principles of ProtestantismThe rejection of Papal authorityThe priesthood of all believers 人人皆可为祭司The primacy of the Bible as the only source of revealed truthProtestantism helped to shape American culture and values. PoliticsForeign policyEducationEconomyCharityCovenant theologyCongregationalism (town meeting)Mayflower compactUS ConstitutionThe idea of conditional allegiance, or of a contract between citizens and rulers is a cornerstone of American political thought. Signing of Mayflower Compacta type of Protestant church organization in which each congregation, or local church, has free control of its own affairs. It eliminates bishops and Presbyterians. Town meeting in New England Town Meeting in New EnglandA chosen people (a city upon a hill)A sense of mission or callingManifest DestinyThe US is representing the force of good over evil.A chosen nation seeking to transform the world in the face of evil “…For we must consider that we shall be as a city upon a hill. The eyes of all people are upon us …”“But more than that; after 200 years, two centuries, she still stands strong and true on the granite ridge, and her glow has held steady no matter what storm. And shes still a beacon, still a magnet for all who must have freedom, for all the pilgrims from all the lost places who are hurtling through the darkness, toward home.” --Farewell Address, Ronald Reagan Manifest DestinyAmerican Pro