trade and slavery. also religion
In the early history of America, Calvinism played a role in religion. Many of the settlers practiced religion that was a natural outgrowth of the principles Calvin believed. As colonies spread, Calvinism was not as rigid.
for freedom of religion
The Puritans believed in strict adherence to moral and religious principles, which influenced the creation of strict laws in early America. They sought to create a society based on their religious beliefs and wanted to maintain order and control over moral behavior within their communities. This led to the implementation of laws that reflected their values and beliefs.
You really need to be more specific with what you're looking for. There are countless books on religion in the formation of early America.
Religion was deeply connected with civilizations’ governments in both regions.
The early African religion is shamanism.
Religion was deeply connected with civilizations’ governments in both regions.
Early settlers in American had no formal government. The people based everything in their lives around their religion. America now has a formal government that is not formed around a religion because of the diverse cultures.
Christianity is the dominant religion in North America.
The earliest religion in North America was shamanism.
The main religion in both North and South America is Christianity.