“In the long run, truth is aided by nothing so much as by opposition.”
Quote by William Ellery Channing
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Remarks on the slavery question: in a letter to Jonathan Phillips, esq
This work is a published letter that discusses the slavery question, directed to Jonathan Phillips, Esq. The content reflects the author's views on the moral, political, or social aspects of slavery during the period in which it was written. As a personal correspondence made public, it offers insight into contemporary debates and arguments surrounding the institution of slavery. more
Author
William Ellery Channing
William Ellery Channing was an American preacher and theologian, born on April 7, 1780, and died on October 2, 1842. He played a significant role in the American religious reform movement and is known for his contributions to liberal theology. more
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