Book detail: The Jefferson Bible: With the Annotated Commentaries on Religion of Thomas Jefferson is presented as a focused source page for quotations connected with this book, collection, transcript, or source record.
The Jefferson Bible is a collection of biblical passages that Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, curated and annotated. Jefferson, a prominent figure in American history, was known for his deism and his belief in a separation of church and state. This book reflects his selection of texts that he deemed to be the essence of moral and ethical teachings, omitting what he considered to be supernatural elements. The annotated commentaries provide insight into Jefferson's philosophical and religious views.
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