"In the hands of a good providence": religion in the life of George Washington

Controversy : a man of many questions

Foundations : early influences

Church affiliation : a lifelong Anglican

Sundays : public worship and time for reflection

Confirmation and communion : questions about a rite and sacrament of the Church

Prayer : private devotions

Evidence of belief : contemporary statements

Outward actions : charity and toleration

Church and state : Washington's vision for America

Conclusions: Washington's and others'.