Knowing Faith

After the Fact: What Was The Great Awakening? with Thomas Kidd

Nov 1, 2024
Thomas Kidd, a Research Professor of Church History and prominent author, discusses the Great Awakening, a major religious revival in the 1730s and 40s. He delves into its unexpected influence on the establishment of Ivy League schools like Princeton and Dartmouth, linking these institutions to evangelical movements. Kidd emphasizes the crucial role of theological education during this period and reflects on how these historical connections challenge the modern view of Christianity's relationship with higher learning.
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