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This is actually a very widespread belief amongst many Muslims. Even sophisticated national leaders do not appreciate that other religions have adherents who feel just as passionately about their own religion. See {588668} for another example where Muslim leaders believe that if Jewish Kings David and Solomon came back to life they would worship Islam.
He was an American resident at the time he gave this speech.
The sermon was actually given in England just before their embarkation for America. The “city upon a hill” image was later used by Presidents Kennedy and Regan {624222}.