In the sixth Birth of Freedom video short, William B. Allen addresses the question, "What was Christianity's Role in the rise of the idea of human equality?" In his discussion, which traces the Judeo-Christian origins of a "universal perspective," he concludes that "what informs the spirit of Republicanism in the modern era, is this long development, this slow working-out of a specific revelation from God that leads human beings into the discovery of the fullness of their personality in the recognition of their universal status."

Acton Media's video shorts from The Birth of Freedom are designed to provide additional insight into key issues and ideas in the film. A new short is released each Monday. Check out the rest of the series, learn about premieres in your area, and discover more background information at www.thebirthoffreedom.com.