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In the Image of God

Religion, Moral Values, and Our Heritage of Slavery
Pages
368
Published
2001
Language
English

Synopsis

In the Image of God explores the complex and often contradictory relationship between monotheistic religions—Christianity, Judaism, and Islam—and the institution of slavery. David Brion Davis examines how these faiths both justified and challenged the practice across centuries and cultures. This scholarly work investigates the moral and theological dilemmas posed by human bondage, offering a critical look at religious influence on historical injustices.

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Prose complexity 10/10
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