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“[Disestablishment was] the best thing that ever happened to the state of Connecticut. It cut the churches loose from dependence on state support. It threw them wholly on their own resources and on God.”

Quote by Lyman Beecher

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Lyman Beecher was an American clergyman, educator, and writer, known for his influential role in the Second Great Awakening and his contributions to the education system in the United States. He was a prominent figure in the 19th century, serving as a pastor, professor, and author. more

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