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Christian abolitionism

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Although many Enlightenment philosophers opposed slavery, it was Christian activists, attracted by strong religious elements, who initiated and organized an abolitionist movement. Throughout Europe and the United States, Christians, usually from "un-institutional" Christian faith movements, not directly connected with traditional state churches, or "non-conformist" believers within established churches, were to be found at the forefront of the abolitionist movements.

Christian abolitionism - Wikipedia Jump to content From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Abolitionist movement See also: Christian views on slavery The neutrality of this article is disputed . Relevant discussion may be found on the talk page . Please do not remove this message until conditions to do so are met . ( April 2026 ) ( Learn how and when to remove this message ) Although some Enlightenment philosophers opposed slavery, it was Christian activists, attracted by strong religious elements, who initiated and organized an abolitionist movement. [ 1 ] Throughout Europe and the United State

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