The Helios Biblios Hour (book of t he SUN) : Injured Humanity

Originally circulated in 1805 to educate the public about the treatment of slaves, this broadside, entitled “Injured Humanity,” continues to inform twenty-first-century audiences of the true horrors of slavery. As evidenced by this document, early abolitionists decried the slave trade before it was abolished by an 1807 act of Congress. “Injured Humanity” was intended to shock readers and called on the conscience of citizens to “reject, with horror, the smallest participation in such infernal transactions.” This broadside was printed in New York City by Samuel Wood, a prolific Quaker-reformist printer.Apologize on behalf of Christianity – Looking back into history, Christianity has caused great pain to Africa and across the globe. There have been numerous atrocities committed in the name of Christianity, with many of them dating back centuries. Francis’ predecessor, Pope Benedict XVI, is also among those who’ve cause serious damage. This refers particularly to his suggestion that Catholicism had cleaned the indigenous people and condemning the rise in indigenous religions, terming it a step backward. History also tells us of the hand of Pope Nicholas V, who in 1452, made a move that paved way for slavery in West Africa. In fact, the Pope, working together with King Alfonso V of Portugal, authorized the reduction of “Saracens (Muslims) and pagans and any other unbelievers.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/o-ye-drybones-archive--6500709/support.