Rachel Held EvansIn the years preceding the Civil War in America, Christian ministers wrote nearly half of all defenses of slavery.
About This Quote
Before the Civil War, many Christians preached that slavery was a gift from God. These preachers used the Bible to justify slavery. This quote is an example of how religion can be used to justify evil. Many people today use religion to support their bad actions, but this quote shows that religion can also be used for good.
Source: Searching For Sunday: Loving, Leaving, And Finding The Church
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