A Sermon, Delivered May 9, 1798: Recommended, by the President of the United States, to Be Observed as a Day of General Humiliation, Fasting, and Pray

Set against the backdrop of 1798, this sermon emphasizes the importance of national humility, fasting, and prayer in response to the challenges facing the nation. Recommended by the President of the United States, it calls for collective reflection and spiritual renewal among citizens. The sermon serves as a historical reminder of the role of faith in governance and the need for unity in times of distress, highlighting the moral and ethical responsibilities of individuals and the nation as a whole.