Bible Defence of Slavery
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Josiah Priest
(4,167 Sterne; 15 Bewertungen)
The full title of this book is Bible Defense of Slavery; and Origin, Fortunes, and History of the Negro Race, by Rev. Josiah Priest, A. M. 5th edition.
This is a compilation of pro-slavery literature and propaganda that went through numerous editions in the Southern United States before the Civil War. It contains the highly influential book, Slavery, as it Relates to the Negro, or African Race, by Rev Josiah Priest, which was originally published in 1843. This compilation also includes many essays and favorable reviews of Rev Priest’s book from contemporary magazines and newspapers, and written endorsements from national politicians.
From the preface: ‘The question, “Is slavery, as it exists in the United States, justifiable?” is one which, at least, admits of discussion. If it be in harmony with the immutable principles of truth and justice, and not a “crime against humanity,” and a libel upon our holy religion, let it be so understood and practiced by our honest citizens, whose highest ambition consists in faithfully serving God, and living in obedience to the laws of the country.’ (Summary by JoeD) (20 hr 59 min)
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(5 Sterne)
well worth the time.well read and I bet you did not know that adam..was red man...
Mike Colyer
(5 Sterne)
The book is absolute nonsense but the reader is great. 5 stars for the reader.
It did not convince me
J JK
(5 Sterne)
Excellent writer his knowledge of the Bible was enormous and I loved poetry in the conclusion of every chapter. That said it is all isogeses, reading your arguments into the tekst. It made me laugh how he wrote him self in a corner by stating that the whole middle east was populated by black people and he had to write had to write himself out of it. The arguments are all founded on racism and we know today where racism led to. The Bible tolerated slavery at best... When J. Priest sums up the evils of the black race, promiscuity, homosexuality, cannibalism etc. I wondered, is the wite race any better? If it was a justification than l say we who allow to kill our children in the womb are ready to be enslaved. This book gave me a better understanding of the practice of slavery.