Days 47-64: The Bill of Rights
First Amendment - Freedom of . . .
Reading: First Amendment
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
View at the U.S. Congress Annotated Constitution:
https://constitution.congress.gov/constitution/amendment-1/
Prompt(s):
What does it mean to live in a country where the government cannot impose religion?
How do you see the balance between free exercise and the separation of church and state?
How relevant does the freedom of religion feel to you in today’s United States, and why?
The First Amendment protects multiple core freedoms. We’re taking our time with this amendment, exploring each right in turn. Today we begin with the first — the freedom of religion.
Daily Reflection
This is your space for reflection.
Each day, you’re invited to pause and respond to the prompts in whatever way feels honest for you.
You can share as much or as little as you like. If you’d like a copy of your reflection, there’s an option to have it sent to your email.
There’s no right answer — just a chance to practice awareness, curiosity, and care as you move through the text.
Start where you are. Keep going as you’re able. Let it mean something to you.