1630 A Model of Christian Charity, Illuminated Principles, Foundational Compassion, Essential, Interconnected.
“It is not by ruling over his neighbours, or by seeking to hold the supremacy over those that are weaker, or by being rich, and showing violence towards those that are inferior, that happiness is found; nor can any one by these things become an imitator of God. But these things do not at all constitute His majesty. On the contrary he who takes upon himself the burden of his neighbour; he who, in whatsoever respect he may be superior, is ready to benefit another who is deficient; he who, whatsoever things he has received from God, by distributing these to the needy, becomes a god to those who receive: he is an imitator of God.”
~ Anonymous; excerpt from Epistle to Diognetus, circa 2nd century AD (~130 to ~180)
Addendum: Here is an excellent supplement authored by Christian Vancil, which examines The Legacy & Impact of A ‘City Upon A Hill,’ as highlighted by Winthrop in today’s episode. It embellishes much-needed minutia & detail on Puritan ideals.
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1.20 A Model of Christian Charity