“In Abercorn things are very profane, they do not celebrate Sundays and holy days. . . . It is a shame that Sundays are esteemed so little by most people in Christendom. Some of them drone it away loosely, others… — Johann Martin Boltzius Copy Share Image
“Because the Indians are planning to start war now, the common people want all of them destroyed so that they can live in peace; however, this is probably a sinful and not at all decent wish. Not to mention the fact that the Indians were the first and legitimate inhabitants and hence are the rightful owners of this land. .… — Johann Martin Boltzius Copy Share
“All wooden parts are being prepared according to the design of this surveyor and engineer, and [7th-GGF Georg] Kogler prefers following his instructions rather… — Johann Martin Boltzius Copy Share Image
“At the order of the Lord Trustees a parliament is again to be held in Savannah on the 2nd of March, for which deputies from every district in the colony are to be elected per plurima voca. . . . Unfortunately, there are in this country, as in England, two parties; and I am learning in a small way what… — Johann Martin Boltzius Copy Share
“As it should be, the Lord's day is always an important and blessed day. We spend it peacefully with singing, praying and discussing God's word. No worldly and sinful behavior can be seen or heard here, and that, in many respects, contributes to our edification. Whenever something annoying and offensive comes up, we squash it immediately. In this, we are… — Johann Martin Boltzius Copy Share
“Lochner is not a good man and will not be brought to repentance whether by the word of the Lord or physical chastisement, although… — Johann Martin Boltzius Copy Share Image
“We gladly conform to the people's needs in all things if it can be done in conformity with the word of God and for… — Johann Martin Boltzius Copy Share Image
“I hope that our descendants, insofar as they fear God, will find much material for the recognition of the wonderful and blessed ways that… — Johann Martin Boltzius Copy Share Image
“I well believe, dear Mother, that it is somewhat painful for you that I have travelled so far away from you and was not even able to bid you farewell. Indeed, do not think as though I had no filial love for you or else I would not have accepted this call or at least would have asked for your… — Johann Martin Boltzius Copy Share
“The severe frost last February destroyed many branches as well as young trees that had already been full of sap as a result of the warm weather. In addition to this punishment by God, there is another one, namely, an unbelievable number of caterpillar-type worms which do very great damage to our wheat, barley, and oats. They also eat down… — Johann Martin Boltzius Copy Share
“I translated the laws which pertain to our people into German and plan to read them aloud in our next community meeting. Whenever impudent… — Johann Martin Boltzius Copy Share Image
“Cursing is common with most people of this country. From Savannah Town, a town situated up near the Indians, such things are so often… — Johann Martin Boltzius Copy Share Image
“Most members of our community are genuinely dear souls who love the Lord Jesus with their whole heart and honor in pious conduct. Also… — Johann Martin Boltzius Copy Share Image
![“In Abercorn things are very profane, they do not celebrate Sundays and holy days. . . . It is a shame that Sundays are esteemed so little by most people in Christendom. Some of them drone it away loosely, others [the freethinkers] believe it is a day like other days, even though our dear God has…” quote by Johann Martin Boltzius](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/dcc/johann-martin-boltzius-22940_dear-god_in-abercorn-things-are-very-profane-they_2307652.jpg)
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