The Religious Instruction Of The Negroes In The United States (1842)

""The Religious Instruction of the Negroes in the United States"" is a historical book written by Charles Colcock Jones in 1842. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the religious practices and beliefs of African American slaves in the United States during the early 19th century. Jones, a Presbyterian minister, was deeply concerned about the spiritual well-being of the enslaved African American population and sought to understand their religious practices and beliefs. The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides a historical overview of the religious instruction of African American slaves, including the role of Christianity in the lives of slaves and the efforts of slave owners to control their religious practices. The second part of the book focuses on the religious beliefs and practices of African American slaves, including their use of music and dance in worship, their belief in spiritualism, and their views on death and the afterlife. The third part of the book provides practical advice for ministers and other religious leaders on how to effectively teach and minister to African American slaves. Jones emphasizes the importance of understanding the cultural and religious traditions of the slaves, as well as the need for patience, compassion, and respect in their religious instruction. Overall, ""The Religious Instruction of the Negroes in the United States"" is an important historical document that sheds light on the religious practices and beliefs of African American slaves during a critical period in American history. It provides valuable insights into the complex and often fraught relationship between religion, race, and power in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.