Slavery, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.
Slavery, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
William Ellery Channing (1780-1842) was a preeminent figure in American religious history, widely recognized for his contributions to Unitarian theology and social reform, particularly the anti-slavery movement. Born in Newport, Rhode Island, to a family descending from a signer of the Declaration of Independence, Channing was destined for a life interwoven with America's formative years. He graduated from Harvard University in 1798 and was ordained a minister in 1803, serving at the Federal Street Church in Boston for nearly four decades. Channing's eloquence and intellectual rigor positioned him as a leader in the early 19th century Unitarianism, espousing a theology that emphasized the unity of God, the goodness of human nature, and the moral authority of reason. Notably, in his 1835 anti-slavery treatise 'Slavery,' Channing denounced the institution as a grave moral evil and a blight on the national character. His arguments combined moral persuasion with legal and economic critiques, exemplifying his belief in social progress through ethical conviction and pragmatic action. Channing's literary style is characterized by clarity, earnestness, and a humanitarian ethos, underpinning his influence as a preacher, author, and social philosopher. His enduring legacy is reflected in his impassioned pleas for both individual self-cultivation and societal transformation.
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Introduction 1. Property 2. Rights 3. Explanations 4. The evils of slavery 5. Scripture 6. Means of removing slavery 7. Abolitionism 8. Duties Notes.
