Question

Compare Thomas Jefferson's views on religion as put forth in the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom to his views on government from the Declaration of Independence.

Answer 1

The Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom is a statement about both freedom of conscience and the principle of separation of church and state. Written by Thomas Jefferson and passed by the Virginia General Assembly on January 16, 1786, it is the forerunner of the first amendment protections for religious freedom.  Hope this helps