Patrick Henery vs. Johnathan Edwards
Henry vs. Edwards
Patrick Henry changed America. Jonathan Edwards established the Puritan faith. Both of these powerful men have influenced the outcome of America, one way or another. Mr. Henry strived to convince his fellow congressmen to step out of their comfort zone, accept reality and fight for the American values. Mr. Edwards on the other hand shook the listeners with vivid descriptions and gruesome details of the punishments of the nonbelievers. Though they talked in different time periods and manipulated a different audience, they were successful in their own way. Patrick Henry and Jonathan Edwards used different techniques to convey their message. Henry reverted to logic, and Edwards focused on emotions, when talking to the people.
At the time of Patrick Henry’s speech and Jonathan Edward’s sermons the communities of America were very religious base. Children learned to read by reciting the bible. In many cities people were expected to attend church on Sunday and refrain from doing other work. Both men had different purposes but they had to shape their talks according to the society. In his speech, Mr. Henry makes countless mentions of God. “There is a just God of nature who presides over the destines of nations and who will raise up friends to fight our battles for us†(Henry 205). Also, “…if we make proper use of those means which the God of nature hath placed in our power†(Henry 205). At one point he even asks God for help. “Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take…†(Henry 206). Patrick also praises God here, “…and of an act of disloyalty toward the Majestic of Heaven, which I revere above all earthly kings†(Henry 203). Jonathan Edward’s talks are mainly about God and religion, however, John takes a different perspective. Mr. Edwards describes God. He paints an image of God in people minds. Instead of using godly terminology like
Patrick Henry changed America. Jonathan Edwards established the Puritan faith. Both of these powerful men have influenced the outcome of America, one way or another. Mr. Henry strived to convince his fellow congressmen to step out of their comfort zone, accept reality and fight for the American values. Mr. Edwards on the other hand shook the listeners with vivid descriptions and gruesome details of the punishments of the nonbelievers. Though they talked in different time periods and manipulated a different audience, they were successful in their own way. Patrick Henry and Jonathan Edwards used different techniques to convey their message. Henry reverted to logic, and Edwards focused on emotions, when talking to the people.
At the time of Patrick Henry’s speech and Jonathan Edward’s sermons the communities of America were very religious base. Children learned to read by reciting the bible. In many cities people were expected to attend church on Sunday and refrain from doing other work. Both men had different purposes but they had to shape their talks according to the society. In his speech, Mr. Henry makes countless mentions of God. “There is a just God of nature who presides over the destines of nations and who will raise up friends to fight our battles for us†(Henry 205). Also, “…if we make proper use of those means which the God of nature hath placed in our power†(Henry 205). At one point he even asks God for help. “Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take…†(Henry 206). Patrick also praises God here, “…and of an act of disloyalty toward the Majestic of Heaven, which I revere above all earthly kings†(Henry 203). Jonathan Edward’s talks are mainly about God and religion, however, John takes a different perspective. Mr. Edwards describes God. He paints an image of God in people minds. Instead of using godly terminology like