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Language toils in vain to picture the wretchedness and wickedness which it sanctions and perpetuates.
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This quote reflects on the profound moral issues perpetuated by the institution of slavery.
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More precious far at that moment the consolation that he had labored for his fellow-men, and the joyous confidence that all his cares had helped the Progress of his race!
The first is a heavenly sentiment, from God: the other is a device of this world.
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