SOA 112 1st Edition Lecture 7Outline of Last Lecture I. Distinguishing Families of Today From Families of the PastII. 3 Primary Sources of Changes in the FamilyCurrent LectureI. Why people left for the New WorldII. Early 1600, North AmericaA. Family’s Source of PowerB. Men’s RoleC. Value of ReligionWhy people left for the New World- More people were turning away from God: more drug use, alcohol abuse, sex, and unholy things. - People wanted to turn away from sin and pursue religious freedom- Some people wanted to make money because they believed gold was in the New World, but it was really in South America- Since the first sons inherited everything, most men went to find their fortune- AdventureEarly 1600, North AmericaFamily Responsibilities: - Raising food- Making clothing, furniture and home- Clearing land- Educating children - Worship- Care for sick/elderly - Vocational training- Policing/protection - Governing These notes represent a detailed interpretation of the professor’s lecture. GradeBuddy is best used as a supplement to your own notes, not as a substitute.Essentially, the home was the school, the church, the workplace, and the vocational training facility. Family’s Source of Power: - Religious patriarchy - Puritans and other religiousfactions came to Americafor religious freedom- God “the Father” give men the right to rule over women and children- A patriarchy is a “male-dominated” society, culture, institutionMen’s Role:- Discipline wife/children - Selection of spouse (particularly daughters)- Protection of family - Make family decisions (make a vote on a topic for entire family)- Govern communities/other familiesValue of Religion:- Escape persecution- Wanted religious way of life- Religious way of life was strictly adhered to children at an early age. Children taught avoid sinful behavior and fear going to hell- Adults told children bad things (pet died, arm broken, etc.) happened because of their sins to scare them into
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