Chapter 3

In chapter 3 there were several sections that were discussed, it was very over whelming and a lot of information to take in.  However it was very interesting to read about the development of colonies. What was very interesting was learning about the Puritans and their beliefs of being a “saint” and the creation of congregationalism. What I found interesting was the privileges of being a “saint”. Saints were the only ones who could take communion and baptized their children. However you can be seen as “halfway”; members who could not take communion or vote in church events but were permitted to be baptized. I just find it weird how the church had many strict rules I always question myself why would these church members come up with certain rules like these?  Another fun fact I found interesting was reading about Anne Hutchinson. I have taken several history courses throughout my years of schooling but I do not recall learning about her. She was living under Puritan rule basically for women it was very unequal. I would not like to live in this era; it was a time where women were seen as inferior and very much look down upon. She was seen as a threat to the clergy because she was challenging them. She was not intimidated by them and wanted to bring change. She challenged the church (which at that time was the unthinkable) preaching in her own home and believing that faith alone was enough to achieve salvation. She wanted freedom of religion and help women’s rights. I love reading about the people who challenge the system or thinks outside the box but it is more exciting when that person is a female. I went to an all-girls high school so we were very encouraged to know our power and worth as young females in this society. Back then women weren't seen as higher authority or people looking up to them so in reading about the females who stood up and used their voices as weapons is very exciting and remarkable. It grabs my attention when reading and that’s what makes it even more alluring.