1730s and 1740s

Definition

The 1730s and 1740s refer to the time period in American history spanning from 1730 to 1749. It was a significant era marked by various social, cultural, and religious changes that had a lasting impact on the American colonies.

Related terms

Great Awakening: A religious movement during the 1730s and 1740s that emphasized personal spiritual experiences and individual relationships with God.

Jonathan Edwards: A prominent preacher during the Great Awakening known for his powerful sermons like 'Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God.'

George Whitefield: An influential British evangelist who toured throughout the American colonies, spreading the message of spiritual rebirth during the Great Awakening.