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Roger Williams (1603-1683) was an English theologian and political philosopher, known for his contributions to religious freedom and democratic governance. He is recognized as a pioneer in the development of American constitutional and democratic principles.

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Famous Roger Williams Quotes

“When in doubt, use nutrition first.”

Firsts Use Doubt Nutrition When In Doubt

Author:Roger Williams

“Sometimes the truth is stupid.”

Sometimes Stupid Truth Is

Book:The Metamorphosis of Prime Intellect

Source: The Metamorphosis of Prime Intellect

“There is no regularly constituted church of Christ on earth, nor any person qualified to administer any church ordinances; nor can there be until new apostles are sent by the Great Head of the Church for whose coming I am seeking.”

Persons Earth Christ Church Seeking Qualified Apostles Ordinances Church Of Christ

Author:Roger Williams

“That cannot be a true religion which needs carnal weapons to uphold it.”

Needs States Church Weapons True Religion

Book:The Bloudy Tenent of Persecution for Cause of Conscience: Discussed in a Conference Between Truth and Peace : Who, in All Tender Affection, Present to the High Court of Parliament, (as the Result of Their Discourse) These, (among Other Passages) of Highest Consideration

Source: The Bloudy Tenent of Persecution for Cause of Conscience: Discussed in a Conference Between Truth and Peace : Who, in All Tender Affection, Present to the High Court of Parliament, (as the Result of Their Discourse) These, (among Other Passages) of Highest Consideration

“All men of conscience or prudence ply to windward, to maintain their wars to be defensive.”

Men War Conscience Prudence Plies

Book:Complete Writings

Source: Complete Writings