A Brief Examination of Scripture Testimony on the Institution of Slavery

Thornton Stringfellow

ISBN 10: 1334941386 / ISBN 13: 9781334941382

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book presents a theological argument on the morality of slavery. The author provides an in-depth examination of biblical texts related to slavery, arguing that the institution of slavery was condoned and regulated within both the patriarchal and Mosaic dispensations. The author's interpretation places the debate over slavery within a broader historical and religious context, highlighting the need to understand the diverse perspectives and interpretations of this complex issue throughout history. The book offers insights into the moral and ethical considerations surrounding slavery, encouraging readers to engage critically with the biblical texts and their implications for contemporary society. By exploring the evolution of views on slavery from ancient times to the present day, the author challenges simplistic and anachronistic readings of scripture, inviting readers to grapple with the complexities of this enduring debate. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Brief Examination of Scripture Testimony on the Institution of Slavery
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1334941386
• ISBN 13: 9781334941382
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Christianity

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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.