The term refers to the religious principles and moral convictions held by individuals that reject the practice of slavery, considering it morally wrong. These beliefs are often rooted in ideas of equality, justice, and human rights.
Related terms
Abolitionism: The movement advocating for the complete eradication of slavery from society.
Underground Railroad: A network of secret routes and safe houses used by enslaved African Americans to escape to free states or Canada.
Emancipation Proclamation: An executive order issued by President Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War that declared all enslaved people in Confederate territory to be forever free.