In Episode 66 of the Noble American Lives Podcast, Bill Benson reads from his book about George Whitefield's evangelical journey during the Great Awakening. Whitefield, a Methodist evangelist, embarked on his fall tour in 1739, traveling from England to Philadelphia, New York City, and beyond, preaching to large crowds and documenting his experiences in letters and journals. The episode covers Whitefield's influential sermons, his encounters with notable figures like Benjamin Franklin, the establishment of the Bethesda orphanage in Georgia, his criticism of Anglican Archbishop Tillotson, and his denouncement of slavery. It also highlights his personal endeavors, including a failed marriage proposal to Elizabeth Delamont, and his efforts to fund and construct an orphanage in Savannah. (00:00) Introduction to the Podcast (00:19) Overview of the Books and Notable Figures (00:43) Subscription and Newsletter Information (01:10) Roger Williams and Cotton Mather (02:36) Thomas Paine and George Whitefield (03:26) George Whitefield's Journey and Preaching (10:10) Whitefield's Impact in Philadelphia (18:05) Whitefield's Time in New York City (26:57) Journey to Georgia and Establishing the Orphanage (28:04) Controversies and Correspondences (38:44) Proposal to Elizabeth Delamont (41:13) Conclusion and Reflections

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