The First Great Awakening primarily influenced Protestant communities, particularly the New Light Congregationalists and Baptists. It encouraged a more personal and emotional connection to faith, leading to increased religious enthusiasm and the establishment of new denominations. This movement also appealed to marginalized groups, including enslaved Africans and women, who found empowerment in its messages of spiritual equality and individual salvation.
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