Constitution of the United States of America

Publisher:

Faithlife

, 1998

Overview

“We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.” —The Preamble to the Constitution

Originally conceived with seven Articles on September 17, 1787 in Philadelphia, the Constitution laid the foundation of the United States’ government.

This volume brings together the Constitution, Bill of Rights, and subsequent amendments. This living document is the framework of America’s system of government and defines the rights and freedoms of US citizens.

In the digital edition, this volume is enhanced by amazing functionality. Important terms link to dictionaries, encyclopedias, and a wealth of other resources in your digital library. Perform powerful searches to find exactly what you’re looking for. Take the discussion with you using tablet and mobile apps. With Logos, the most efficient and comprehensive research tools are in one place, so you get the most out of your study.

Key Features

• Includes the full text of the Constitution, Bill of Rights, and amendments
• Presents the background to the founding of the United States

Contents

• The Constitution of the United States with Amendments
• The Bill of Rights
• Amendments 11–27 to the Constitution of the United States

Top Highlights

“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.” (source)

“The Senate shall have the sole Power to try all Impeachments” (source)

“A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.” (source)

“ Age of twenty five Years, and been seven Years a Citizen of the United States” (source)

“Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.” (source)

Product Details

• Title: Constitution of the United States of America
• Edition: electronic ed.
• Publisher: Faithlife
• Print Publication Date: 1998
• Logos Release Date: 2001
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
• Subjects: Constitutions › United States; History › 18th Century (1700-1799)
• Resource ID: LLS:6.100.4
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2024-07-23T18:15:03Z