A Brief Examination of Scripture Testimony on the Institution of Slavery (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Stringfellow, Thornton

 
9781334941382: A Brief Examination of Scripture Testimony on the Institution of Slavery (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Exploring how 19th-century religious thinkers argued about slavery and duty. This work offers a careful look at how Christian perspectives were used to defend, justify, and critique slavery, tracing the ideas through biblical interpretation, history, and public debate.

In these pages, the author surveys biblical texts, ancient history, and church practice to explain why slavery was seen as compatible with Christian duty by some readers. It presents a line of argument from scripture, tradition, and political life, showing how these beliefs shaped opinions on emancipation, racial hierarchy, and moral obligation. The material also compares abolitionist arguments with defenders’ readings of the Bible, highlighting the role of theology in public policy and personal conduct.

- Learn how biblical interpretation was used to defend slavery and how these defenses connected to law, history, and social norms.
- See how readers argued about emancipation, the fate of the enslaved, and the responsibilities of masters and pastors.
- Explore the historical context of 19th-century religious debates and their influence on public opinion.
- Understand the tensions between mercy, justice, and social order as treated by proponents and critics alike.

Ideal for readers interested in historical theology, the politics of slavery, and the way religion intersected with public policy in American history.

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