Craven de Kere wrote:neologist wrote: Thank you for Mr. Lincoln' quote. You have given a fine answer based on your belief system, exactly what I am asking for.
Note that Lincoln's quote is based on the Biblical golden rule.
The golden rule, as expressed in the bible, was stated by Jesus. Why then did Jesus give several parables with references to slavery in which the institution was treated honorably? (See Matthew 24: 45-47, and others)
I've posted elsewhere that slavery was (according to the bible) not part of God's purpose. So, why was it tolerated and not explicitly proscribed?
BTW, how do you do that with your avatar?
And signature?