Lesson 3: Principle 1 - The Genius of Natural Law 

Reading Assignment: 

The 5000 Year Leap: 

1st Principle: The Genius of Natural Law (pages 37-47) 

Lesson objectives: 

As a result of this lesson, the student should be able to discuss the following questions/topics: 

1. Briefly describe the Roman statesman Cicero "his life, writings, and fundamental teachings. 

(pages 37-39) 

2. What are the main characteristics of natural law? (39-40) 

3. According to Cicero, what unique trait do God and man have in common? (41) 

4. Why do the concepts of natural law so closely harmonize with Christian beliefs? (42-43) 

5. What advice would Cicero give to modern lawmakers and citizens of nations? (44-46) 

6. Name several concepts in our American system of government that have their basis in natural 
law. (46-47) 

Lesson 4: Principle 2 - A Virtuous and Moral People 

Reading Assignment: 

The 5000 Year Leap: 

2nd Principle: A Virtuous and Moral People (pages 49-57) 

Lesson objectives: 

As a result of this lesson, the student should be able to discuss the following questions/topics: 

1. What big question was on the minds of many Americans before they declared their 
independence? (pages 49-51) 

2. What event led Americans to serious self-examination regarding their readiness for freedom? 
(51-52) 

3. Explain how the tide of moral reform in America helped to accelerate the Revolution. (52-53) 

4. What was the counsel of James Madison, George Washington, and Benjamin Franklin 
concerning the need for future generations to maintain virtue and morality? (54-57) 

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