The Concept of Innocence in Slavery and Escaping Judgment

In the book, Klamonts admits that he believes there is innocence in slavery because it relieves the weight of being judged by others. He wishes for an authoritarian leader to tell him how to act so he can avoid moral judgment. By serving a master, he feels he can escape responsibility for his actions. This reflects his moral weakness and desire to avoid facing the consequences of his decisions. Klamonts sees innocence in slavery, similar to Adam and Eve's innocence in obeying the prohibition against eating the apple.