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The Negro Bible - The Slave Bible
- ISBN 13:
- 9781936533800
- author:
- Not Available
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Fifth Estate
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 578
- Dimensions:
- 3 x 21.6 x 21.6 centimeters (0.8
- Genre:
- History, America, Americas,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Negro Bible - The Slave Bible Select Parts of the Holy Bible, Selected for the Use of the Negro Slaves, in the British West-India Islands by Joseph Lumpkin. In the 19th century, a unique Bible was compiled for the enslaved people in the British West-Indies. This special edition, known as the Negro Bible or Slave Bible, was created to uplift and comfort African slaves, while avoiding any content that could incite rebellion. The Bible's message of fighting against sin, Hell, and death was used to encourage slaves to resist their enslavement, drawing parallels with the Israelites' struggle against Egyptian slavery. The Slave Bible is a powerful example of how a controlled narrative can be used to manipulate and deceive. By stripping away ideals of human freedom from the Bible, the slave owners sought to maintain control over their enslaved population. This book provides a fascinating insight into the complex history of slavery and the ways in which the Bible was used to justify and perpetuate it. With its unique history and significance, The Negro Bible is a thought-provoking and important work that sheds light on a dark period in human history.
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