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What battle ever did so much for humanity as the Sermon on Mars Hill?
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Sumner compares the impact of the Sermon on Mars Hill to that of a battle, highlighting its significance for humanity.
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It is true, doubtless, that there are various races of men; but there is but one great Human Family, in which Caucasian, Ethiopian, Chinese, and Indian are all brothers, children of one Father, and heirs to one happiness.
It applies an arrogant and unrelenting ostracism to all who express themselves against Slavery.
It is a cause which, though long kept in check throughout our country, as also in Europe, now confronts the people and their rulers, demanding to be heard.
Rather would I arouse you to renewed and incessant exertion.
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