Distressed Quote by James Oglethorpe
“If We allow Slaves, we act against the very Principles by which we associated together, which was to relieve the distressed.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: The History of Georgia, 1749
Advocating that slavery contradicts the founding principle of mutual aid and relief for the suffering.
In simple terms: Slavery opposes the goal of helping the distressed.
Key Takeaway
Reject slavery to uphold humanitarian principles.
Themes
human rights
justice
solidarity
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
ethical
historical
When to use this quote
- political activism
- community building
- education on human rights
Key Concepts
ethical philosophy
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- How does society reconcile past injustices?
- What actions can we take to honor the original principle of relief?
A Different Perspective
Slavery was historically rationalized as economic necessity.
