History of Philosophy: India, Africana, China HAP 49 - Let Your Motto Be Resistance - Henry Highland Garnet
Mar 29, 2020
Explore the fiery oratory of Henry Highland Garnet as he boldly calls for enslaved Americans to resist their chains. Discover the rich tapestry of 19th-century African-American figures fighting for freedom and education. Hear about Garnet's tumultuous early life, his pivotal role in the abolitionist movement, and his renowned speeches. Delve into the moral complexities of resistance and the evolving views on emigration, including Garnet's thoughts on freedom both at home and abroad. A compelling journey through courage and activism!
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Garnett Defends Against Mob Violence
- At Noyes Academy, Garnett and friends prepared to defend themselves against racist mobs.
- Garnett fired a shotgun through a window, likely saving their lives from attack.
Resistance as Moral Duty
- Garnett urged enslaved people to resist actively rather than submit voluntarily.
- He framed liberation as a moral duty and called for resistance as a unifying motto.
Nuanced View of Violent Resistance
- Garnett acknowledged a general armed revolution might be unwise but advocated resistance depending on circumstances.
- He highlighted justified resistance as inherently moral, blending physical and moral forms.
