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We must consider that we shall be as a City upon a Hill. The eyes of all people are upon us." – John Winthrop, "A Model of Christian Charity," 1630 What is another way to express the main idea of this quote?

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Answer:

Winthrop wants Massachusetts Bay to stand out as an example to the rest of the colonial frontier and even to the world

Step-by-step explanation:

the pilgrims had a very strict view of christianity, and they didnt want to even let in those who would tarnish their reputation. they would form their society around strong religious beliefs and ideologies, and they would go so far as to enforce laws based around their beliefs

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