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Puritans

This category is for questions about the group of people who strove to reform the Church of England in the 16th and 17th century. Lead by John Winthrop, they were one of the first English groups to settle North America and modern day New England.

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What kinds of home crafts were made by the Puritans?

There are a number of different home crafts that were made by the Puritans. These crafts included cloths and linens that had a purpose.

What is the difference between a puritan and a separatist and why did these people flee England in search of a fresh start in the US?

puratans - purify the anglacan church sepratist - separate comletely from the aglacan church why they left - to escape pirsacution puratans - purify the anglacan church sepratist - separate comletely from the aglacan church why they left - to escape pirsacution

Did the Puritans agree with slavery?

The Puritans did agree with slavery. They saw it as in agreement with the Bible, but slavery in the Massachusetts colonies was regarded as slightly less harsh than the slavery in the southern colonies because the Puritans also believed that it was their responsibility to provide for the slaves' well being, both physically and spiritually.

Source: http://www.usconstitution.net/consttop_slav.html

Why did the puritans come to America?

The puritans came to the New World to escape religiouse prosecution from the church of England. They intended to start a new branch of the church

Who were puritans?

The Puritans wanted to purify the Roman Catholic religion. " They believed that man existed for the glory of God, that his first concern in life was to do God's will and so to receive future happiness. They believed that Jesus Christ was the center of public and personal affairs, and was to be exalted above all other names." according to The Oxford History of the American People by Samuel Morison.

What did the puritans hope to accomplish?

They hoped to form religious communities in the new land.

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What were things the Puritans didn't like about the Church of England?

It was not what the Pilgrims were seeking in terms of religious freedom. That is why they left for America.

Who was banished by the Puritans and set up the colony of Rhode Island?

A very smart man by the name John Lickmycock. His wife, linda grabmyballs, was the reason they were banished. She was caught forcibly masturbating with a branch.

Did Puritans come to Rhode Island?

The pilgrims did not settle here. I think they either settled in North Carolina or Massachusetts. Glad I could help:)

What was the cause of conflict between the puritans and the church of England?

The Puritans wanted to "purify" the Church, but the Church would not let them.

What are some important facts about John Winthrop?

John Winthrop was a Puritan who emigrated to colonial America. He was an outstanding administrator and religious leader. He became the governor of the Massachusetts Bay colony in the middle of the 17th century.

Was Maryland founded by the Puritans?

Someone already answered this question but Lord Calvert founded Maryland as a safe heaven for Roman Catholics, he tolerated other forms of Christainty.

Why did puritans move from Holland to North America?

The separatists and Puritans left England because of religious persecution. They came to North America to escape the control of the Church of England.

Why did puritan women wear aprons?

because they didn't want to get cooking grease on their clothing

Where did people in Rhode Island come from?

Many of the settlers in Connecticut came from the Netherlands. The first colony in what is now Connecticut was named New Netherland. Other settlers and colonists in Connecticut were from England.

What problems did the puritans face in the Massachusetts bay colony?

They had problems with diseases, bad soil, food,and water. They also had problems with people being accused of witches... so they would kill you if you were suspected of being a witch!! horrible!

What author say hypocrisy in the lives of the Puritans?

Nathaniel Hawthorne, or originally known as Nathaniel Hawthorne. He changed his name to disassociate himself from his relative John Hawthorne, who was a Salem witch trail judge at the time. This just showed his contempt for a portion of the 'puritan' method.

Why did the Puritans disapprove of Shakespeare?

because puritans believed only in work and prayer. if you weren't working you must be praying or sleeping because almost everything else was a sin. they considered people doing things such as acting or even just watching plays to be sinful and lime should be spent with god.

Who are some famous puritans?

Christina Alrado, a ship captain of the holder (a ship), Matt Rwes a king, and Darwin gret another king