How did the command to love neighbors justify the slave trade?
In short: Professor Alec Ryrie explores the historical paradox of how Christian doctrine was used to facilitate the Atlantic slave trade. This lecture examines the theological mechanics that allowed a faith centered on love to oversee the enslavement of millions.
The lecture investigates the historical intersection of Christian theology and the Atlantic slave trade. Specifically, it interrogates how the biblical mandate to 'Love thy Neighbour' was interpreted by Christians of the era to permit and organize the enslavement of millions of people.
By examining the actions of historical Christians, Ryrie seeks to provide modern believers with a deeper understanding of how religious principles can be distorted. The lecture serves as a critical look at the history of the Church and its role in global human rights.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: "An Entirely New Form of Christian Slavery" - Professor Alec Ryrie
- Also: "An Entirely New Form of Christian Slavery"
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