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A historical painting depicts a man on horseback preaching to frontier settlers gathered in a golden field under a hazy sky.

A historical painting depicts a man on horseback preaching to frontier settlers gathered in a golden field under a hazy sky.

. Religion and the Second Great Awakening Circuit Riders & Preachers: Draw a horseback preacher (Peter Cartwright) moving through a rural landscape, preaching to frontier settlers. Revival Meetings: People gathered outdoors, excited expressions, illustrating religious fervor (Charles Finney’s revivals). Symbolism: Light rays shining down on the congregation to symbolize spiritual awakening. See more