This powerful and eloquent sermon, delivered by one of the leading Unitarian ministers of the 19th century, explores the role of the individual in a democratic society. Chapin argues that each person has a responsibility to help uphold the principles of freedom and justice that are the foundation of the American Republic, and offers a compelling vision for how individuals can work together to create a better future for all. An inspiring and thought-provoking read. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.