Cambridge Platform

The Cambridge Platform refers to a set of principles and governance established by the Puritan congregations in New England during the 17th century. Created in 1648, it aimed to standardize church practices and theology among Congregationalist churches. The platform emphasized the importance of local church autonomy while also establishing a framework for cooperation among congregations. It played a crucial role in shaping congregational governance and religious thought in New England, highlighting the balance between individual church independence and collective accountability within the religious community.