Question

Based on the excerpt "A Model of Christian Charity" what was John Winthrop's goal?

Answer 1

John Winthrop's goal was for the Puritans to build economic prosperity and establish a 'City upon a Hill' as an example of an ideal Christian community to the world.

Step-by-step explanation:

John Winthrop's goal, as expressed in his speech 'A Model of Christian Charity,' was for the Puritan community in the Americas to build economic prosperity and establish a 'City upon a Hill' that would set an example of an ideal Christian community to the world. He hoped that the Puritans would create a society based on Christian principles and serve as a shining beacon of righteousness and moral conduct. This concept of a 'City upon a Hill' has since become synonymous with the idea of American exceptionalism and the belief in the responsibility of the United States to be a positive influence in the world.

Answer 2

As the title of the speech suggests, "A Model of Christian Charity" deals primarily with the idea of giving to others in need. According to Winthrop, this is a cornerstone of the new community he and the other Puritans hope to build. For the wealthy colonists, charity is also a measure of their service to God.