Bible Defence of Slavery
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The "Bible Defence of Slavery" is a collection of essays and other writings that defend the institution of slavery in the United States. The book was published in 1850 and was written by Josiah Priest, a Presbyterian minister. Priest argues that slavery is justified by the Bible and that it is a positive good for both slaves and slave owners. He claims that slavery provides slaves with a stable and secure life and that it helps to civilize them. He also argues that slavery is necessary for the economic prosperity of the South. The book was widely read and influential in the antebellum South, and it helped to shape the debate over slavery in the United States.Book Details
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