Impact of the Bible in America

Abstract

This presentation will analyze the various laws in America and their relationship to Biblical principles and laws. The analysis will demonstrate the close relationship between American justice and ideals found in the Torah. The presentation will show the Judeo-Christian roots of many American laws as well as the impact of Old Testament ideals on American Justice from historical to current perspectives. The research will further analyze the impact of the Old Testament on American political beliefs and American lawmaking and demonstrate the change in America's adherence to these Biblical ideas.