The Life Of John Jay
By His Son, William Jay
John Jay, our first Supreme Court Justice was reportedly a devout Christian with corresponding principles. Originally published in 1833 in two-volumes, this single-volume reprint containing over 1,000
pages will introduce you to one of the most influential Founding Fathers of our country. John Jay (1745-1829), was the first Chief Justice of t On October 12, 1816, John Jay admonished: "Providence has given to our people the choice of their rulers, and it is the duty, as well as the privilege and interest of our Christian nation to select and prefer
Christians for their rulers." John Jay was also elected president of the Westchester Bible Society in 1818 and president of the American Bible Society in 1821. It is a refreshing thought to have a man so
vocal in his love of God and love and understanding of liberty! This wonderful book - thick with page upon page of historical insight into our First Supreme Court Justice won't disappoint you. One more
great book to add to your collection of biographies about men from one of the greatest times in the history of the world. This gift can be yours for a donation of $100.
he United States Supreme Court, appointed by President George Washington. He was a member of the First and Second Continental Congresses and once served as the President of the Continental Congress.
John Jay is probably most noted for the role he played urging the ratification of the United States Constitution. He was one of three authors of the Federalist Papers, along with James Madison and
Alexander Hamilton. John Jay helped to write the Constitution of New York in 1777, and from 1795-1801 held the position of Governor of the State of New York. Jay negotiated the peace treaty to end the War with England,
was Secretary of Foreign Affairs under the Articles of Confederation, and minister to Spain. In 1794 he authored the Jay Treaty which prevented the United States from getting involved in the war between France and England.