Question

the legitimate powers of government extend to such acts only as are injurious to others. but it does me no injury for my neighbor to say there are twenty gods, or no god. it neither picks my pocket nor breaks my leg.

use the excerpt to answer the question.

which of the following american values was expressed by jefferson in this excerpt?

(1 point)

○ free speech
○ self - reliance
○ religious freedom
○ limited government

Explanation:

The excerpt argues government should only act against harm to others, and specifically notes a neighbor's religious beliefs (any number of gods or none) do not harm anyone. This directly centers on the right to hold and express religious views without government interference, which is religious freedom. While it touches on limited government, the specific example focuses on religious belief.

Answer:

○ religious freedom