Scripture Against Racism
Religious Studies: KS3, topic 3.4.6
Scripture Against Racism
Some Christians have used scripture to prove a case against slavery.
The fight against slavery
- William Wilberforce was a British politician who became a devout Christian.
- He said he wanted to put his beliefs into action so he turned his attention to slavery, which he believed to be un-Christian.
- He joined other Christians in a long campaign to end British involvement in the slave trade.
- This resulted in The Slave Trade Act of 1807, which made it illegal for British merchants to transport slaves.
Liberation Theology
- A more recent Christian response to the issue of racism is Liberation Theology.
- Liberation Theology was first developed in Latin America.
- It says that to respect Jesus’ teaching (especially Luke 4:18), Christians must prioritise freeing those who are oppressed.
- This underlines the belief of many Christians that everyone is a brother and sister, regardless of race.
Test yourself on Scripture Against Racism
When did The Slave Trade Act get passed in Britain?
Where was Liberation Theology first developed?