Enslavement Quote by Ibram X. Kendi
““To justify Black enslavement, Barbados planters actually “preferred” the polygenesis theory over the curse theory of Ham,””
About This Quote
Source Book: Stamped from the Beginning, 2016
Barbados planters favored polygenesis over the curse of Ham to justify enslaving Black people.
In simple terms: Science was misused to support slavery.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and challenge pseudo‑scientific racism.
Themes
racism
science misuse
historical justification
Mood
critical
educational
Type
academic
historical
When to use this quote
- Education curricula
- public policy debates
- museum exhibits
- media analysis
Key Concepts
Critical race theory
colonial history
Questions to Reflect On
- What modern narratives misuse science?
- How can we teach accurate history?
A Different Perspective
Scientific claims can be co‑opted for oppression.
