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The Evangelical Legacy of Slavery with Sean McGever

Truth Over Tribe: Christian Takes on Culture, News & Politics

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Shifting Attitudes on Slavery

This chapter explores the evolving perspectives on slavery during the 1700s, particularly within the church. It critically examines the rationale used by church leaders, including Jonathan Edwards, to justify slavery while highlighting the dissonance between their moral teachings and personal practices. The chapter concludes with a reflection on the significant changes in societal attitudes towards slavery by 1800 and the complex dynamics of abolitionism.

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