The Half-Way Covenant reflected

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The Half-Way Covenant was a response to a decline in religious zeal among members of the Puritan community. It allowed for the baptism and a form of partial church membership for the children and grandchildren of church members, even if those descendants had not experienced the conversion necessary for full membership. This was partly to maintain the church's influence and control in the community, ensuring that political power remained in the hands of Puritan families.

The Half-Way Covenant Reflected