Is Slavery Sanctioned by the Bible?

"Is Slavery Sanctioned by the Bible?" by Isaac Allen is a 19th-century examination of the Bible's stance on slavery, written amidst America's heated debates on the subject. The book explores whether biblical texts condone slavery, challenging pro-slavery arguments by analyzing the Old and New Testaments. Allen argues that the Bible doesn't endorse slavery but opposes its oppressive practices, emphasizing the differences between ancient labor forms and modern chattel slavery. By interpreting biblical terms and passages, he suggests the Bible supports freedom and equality, criticizing justifications for slavery based on misinterpreted scripture. Allen concludes that the true biblical message advocates for liberty and human dignity, making his work an ethical critique of slavery during his era.