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John Woolman (1720-1772) was an influential American Quaker, abolitionist, and early advocate for social justice whose life was marked by a profound commitment to simplicity and equality. Born in New Jersey, Woolman dedicated himself to the abolition of slavery and the betterment of the marginalized, undertaking journeys throughout the American colonies to promote his beliefs. His writings, particularly "Some Considerations on the Keeping of Negroes," resonate with the ethical inquiries of his time and continue to inspire movements for social justice today. Woolman's legacy endures as a testament to the power of compassion and moral conviction.
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"My heart hath often been deeply afflicted under a feeling that the standard of pure righteousness is not lifted up to the people by us, as a society, in that clearness which it might have been, had we been as faithful as we ought to be to the teachings of Christ."
John Woolman