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This last episode defending the life and character of Thomas Jefferson centers on his faith. Though many today claim he was an atheist who despised religion in the public sphere, his words and actions tell us the exact opposite. Learn about  a prophetic dream that led to a powerful reconciliation, and the truth behind accusations like the"Jefferson Bible".

Resources:

The Jefferson Lies: by David Barton

The Real Thomas Jefferson: by Andrew M Allison

Dr. Benjamin Rush the  Founding Father Who Healed a Wounded Nation: by Harlow Giles Unger

Thomas Jefferson and the Tripoli Pirates: by Brian Kilmeade

https://www.history.com/articles/8-things-you-may-not-know-about-the-louisiana-purchase

https://wjmi.blogspot.com/2018/09/the-remarkable-dream-of-benjamin-rush.html?m=1

https://founders.archives.gov/documents/Jefferson/03-13-02-0353

https://founders.archives.gov/documents/Jefferson/03-13-02-0353#X70EB977F-E68C-4691-85AA-870F37AE0C67