On this day, two and a half centuries ago, our forefathers gathered for the second time in as many years for a national day of fasting and prayer. The resolution of the Continental Congress called on the thirteen colonies to humble themselves in preparation for the coming war. With true penitence of heart and the most reverent devotion publicly to acknowledge the overruling providence of God. (00:08–00:15)
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Asserts that the Continental Congress called on the thirteen colonies to prepare for war through humility.
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