“I believe that where the love of God is perfected and the true spirit of government watchfully attended to, a tenderness toward all creatures will be experienced, and a care felt in us that we do not lessen that sweetness of life in the animal creation which the Great Creator intends for them under our government.”
Quote by John Woolman
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A Journal of the Life, Gospel Labours, and Christian Experiences, of that Faithful Minister of Jesus Christ, John Woolman
John Woolman's journal offers insights into his personal growth, his dedication to the Quaker faith, and his efforts to promote social justice and peace. It includes his reflections on his travels, his interactions with fellow Quakers, and his advocacy for the abolition of slavery. more
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John Woolman
John Woolman was a prominent eighteenth-century merchant and Quaker social reformer from Pennsylvania. He is known for his advocacy of peace, justice, and the abolition of slavery. Woolman's writings and personal example influenced many in the movement for social reform. more
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