Leviticus on the Fourth of July.

Madison believed that liberty would lead religion to flourish.

To help civil society, bolster houses of worship.

A nation under God.

And there’s a connection among them.

Religions can hope to thrive only if they serve a purpose that is not met elsewhere in society.

But not necessarily healthier.

Will paganism supplant monotheism?

From Christopher Columbus to Mike Pence.

Religion breeds empathy and moderation, not extremism.

Losing public authority over Scripture.

In today’s world, all men of faith are lonely.

Judeo-Christian ethics, the Ten Commandments, and The Ten Commandments.

From Puritan settlers to the Six-Day War.