religion was the Puritans law. If you commited a sin, it was as if you had commited a crime within the community
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In Puritan New England, religion and law were closely intertwined. Puritan beliefs heavily influenced the laws and societal norms of the time, with religious leaders having a significant influence on legal matters. The strict moral code of the Puritans dictated the legal system, leading to harsh punishments for those who violated religious and moral standards.