Bible Quote by Harriet Beecher Stowe
““Well," said St. Clare, "suppose that something shoul bring down the price of cotton once and forever, and make the whole slave property a drug in the market, don't you think we should soon have another version of the Scripture doctrine? What flood of light would pour the church, all at once, and immediately it would be discovered that everything in the bible and reason went the other way.””
About This Quote
A satirical vision suggests a drastic drop in cotton prices would undermine slavery, prompting a radical reinterpretation of scripture and reason.
In simple terms: A drop in cotton prices could dismantle slavery and reshape doctrine.
Key Takeaway
Economic change can drive moral reform.
Themes
slavery
economics
religion
social change
satire
Mood
critical
ironic
thought‑provoking
Type
satirical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- social movements
- economic shifts
- historical analysis
Key Concepts
historical critique
ethical economics
institutional critique
reformation
Practical Applications
- Economic solutions may ignore deeper injustices.
Questions to Reflect On
- What role does religion play in social reform?
A Different Perspective
How do economic forces reshape moral frameworks?
