Although a Unitarian [Footnote: Mr.Adams was a member of the Unitarian Church in Quincy, Mass., at his death.] in his belief of doctrines, yet he was no sectarian.

In religion, as in politics, he was independent of parties.

He would become linked to no sect in such manner as to prevent him from granting his countenance and assistance wherever he thought proper.

He was a frequent attendant at Presbyterian and Episcopalian churches, and was liberal in his contributions to these and other denominations; it being his great desire to aid in building up Christianity, and not a sect.
The influence which Mr.Adams had obtained at St.Petersburg, with the Emperor and his Court, was turned to the best account.

It laid the foundation of those amicable relations which have ever characterized the intercourse of that government with the United States.