Question

What was Jefferson's view of government and religion?

Answer 1

Jefferson's commitment to religious freedom grew from several inter-related sources. Jefferson wanted a strict separation of church and state, but he fully expected a vibrant, public religion on the “other” (non-governmental) side of that wall.

Answer 2

Jefferson's commitment to religious freedom grew from several inter-related sources. Jefferson wanted a strict separation of church and state, but he fully expected a vibrant, public religion on the “other” (non-governmental) side of that wall.