W. Cleon Skousen
What’s inside
The 5000 Year Leap explores the 28 fundamental beliefs that helped shape the United States’ Constitution and its unprecedented leap in human progress. Skousen discusses how these principles fostered freedom, prosperity, and success.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding the foundational principles behind the U.S. Constitution
- Appreciating the role of historical beliefs in shaping modern governance
- Gaining insights into the balance of freedom and government authority
- Learning how moral and religious values influenced America’s founding
Key Points
- Introduction to the 28 fundamental beliefs
- The influence of these beliefs on America’s founding
- The role of religion and morality in public life
- The balance between freedom and government power
- The importance of property rights
- Education’s role in preserving freedom
- The potential for universal application of these principles
Who’s it For
- History enthusiasts
- Political science students
- Patriots
- Readers interested in the U.S. Constitution
About the author
W. Cleon Skousen was an American author, conservative constitutional scholar, and a popular speaker known for his work on religion, history, and law.