""A Letter Concerning Toleration"" is a classic work of political philosophy written by John Locke, originally published in 1689. In this book, Locke argues for the importance of religious toleration and the separation of church and state. He critiques the idea that the state should have the power to enforce religious conformity and argues that individuals should be free to worship as they choose. Locke also discusses the limits of religious toleration, arguing that it should not extend to groups that pose a threat to public safety or the rights of others. This book is considered a foundational text in the development of liberal democracy and the protection of individual rights. It remains relevant today as debates about religious freedom and the role of the state in regulating religious practice continue to shape political discourse.For whatsoever some people boast of the antiquity of places and names, or of the pomp of their outward worship; others, of the reformation of their discipline; all, of the orthodoxy of their faith -- for everyone is orthodox to himself -- these things, and all others of this nature, are much rather marks of men striving for power and empire over one another than of the Church of Christ.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.