But tho’ many private Persons think almost as highly of their own Infallibility, as that of their Sect, few express it so naturally as a certain French lady, who in a little Dispute with her Sister, said, I don’t know how it happens, Sister, but I meet with no body but myself that’s always in the right. Steele, a Protestant, in a Dedication tells the Pope, that the only Difference between our two Churches in their Opinions of the Certainty of their Doctrine, is, the Romish Church is infallible, and the Church of England is never in the Wrong. Most Men indeed as well as most Sects in Religion, think themselves in Possession of all Truth, and that wherever others differ from them it is so far Error. It is therefore that the older I grow the more apt I am to doubt my own Judgment and to pay more Respect to the Judgment of others. I confess that I do not entirely approve of this Constitution at present, but Sir, I am not sure I shall never approve it: For having lived long, I have experienced many Instances of being oblig’d, by better Information or fuller Consideration, to change Opinions even on important Subjects, which I once thought right, but found to be otherwise. The Convention’s closing days were a sneak peek of the looming battle over the ratification of the Constitution. Together, these three dissenters were concerned that their fellow delegates had refused to write a Bill of Rights into the new Constitution and had crafted a powerful national government that was destined to seize political power, swallow up the states, and abuse the rights of the American people. But even following Franklin’s powerful speech, George Mason, Elbridge Gerry, and Edmund Randolph refused. ![]() Franklin praised the work of his fellow delegates and urged them to sign the new Constitution-asking anyone “who may still have Objections” to “on this Occasion doubt a little of his own Infallibility.” Later that day, 39 delegates signed the new Constitution. Franklin himself admitted that the new Constitution was not perfect, but he asked his colleagues to approach the document with humility. Franklin handed his speech to his friend and fellow Pennsylvania delegate, James Wilson, who read it aloud to the Convention. Franklin was the oldest Convention delegate and one of America’s most beloved leaders. As the Convention was reaching its close, Benjamin Franklin rose with a speech in his hand. Voucher has no cash value.The Constitutional Convention ended on September 17, 1787. Voucher cannot be redeemed as cash or merchandise credit if merchandise is returned. Voucher not valid on or at Lifeway Christian Store locations. Voucher does not cover tax or shipping and handling charges. Vouchers cannot be used for current orders, prior purchases, or future box orders. ![]() Voucher does not apply to events, digital products, digital events, kids ministry products, student ministry products, worship ministry products, magazines, or language products. ![]() Qualifying products include Lifeway printed Bible Study resources (member books and leader kits) for adults, women, men, young adults, and marriage and family ongoing curriculum for young adults and adults. The voucher is good for $50 off of your next order of $50 or more of qualifying products. A customer service representative will apply the voucher to the total cost of your order. To redeem the voucher, you will need to call 800.458.2772 and mention the voucher number when you place your order.
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