Original Intent: The Courts, the Constitution, & Religion

by David Barton

Book Overview

In their own words, the Supreme Court has become "a national theology board," "a super board of education," and amateur psychologists on a "psycho-journey." The result has been a virtual rewriting of... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0925279757
• ISBN13: 9780925279750
• Release Date: March 2000
• Publisher: WallBuilder Press
• Length: 534 Pages
• Weight: 1.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 1.5" x 5.8"

Customer Reviews

I have read and research everything Barton has written. He is incredibly accurate.

The first clue that Mr. Barton is telling the truth is the torrent of scathing reviews from the Secularists. I have personally reviewed the facts presented in Barton's books, and have found them to be not just factually accurate, but intellectually honest. The first thing to remember about secular historicism, is that the facts don't matter, just the political agenda. We Americans write our own history. And the chapters of which we're proudest are the ones where we had the courage to change. - Al Gore, Speech at the Democratic National Convention (28 August 1996)

Based on fact, whether you like it or not

After seeing Rick Green present at our church in Cedar Park, TX, I had to get this book. I am very glad I did. David Barton did a fantastic job of including references for everything. I don't believe there is anyone who can claim that the statements or conclusions made in this book are false or opinion. Only those who don't read the book can be told that it contains false claims and believe that. Read the negative comments posted here. The people posting them have clearly either (a) not read the book, or (b) are so left-wing that they will say anything to try to keep you from purchasing and reading this book. Don't listen to their opinions, read the facts presented in this book for yourself.

An excellent resource!

Barton shows how the Supreme Court reinterpreted the US Constitution, diluting the Biblical foundations upon which it was based. He includes quotes from the Founding Fathers showing their beliefs on the role of religion in the public square, the limited role of the courts, and the intended limits on federal powers. An excellent and well documented reference! This should be part of the curriculum for every college and high school history course!