Henry Ward Beecher: “And both tendencies spring from the root of opposite theories of men…”

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And both tendencies spring from the root of opposite theories of men and notions of society.

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Henry Ward Beecher

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Beecher identifies the root causes of differing societal theories between the North and South.

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There have been, from the earliest period of the world, two different, and oppugnant, doctrines of man--his place, rights, duties and relations.

Yet, New-England, strong at home, compact, educated, right-minded; has gradually lost influence, and the whole North with her.

THAT is the ONLY question, in our day and in our community, full of vital struggles turning upon fundamental principles.

There is a noticeable contrast between Northern and Southern ideas of Religion.

Henry Ward Beecher: “And both tendencies spring from the root of opposite theories of men and notions of society.”