The Quakers and the Impact of their Dissenting Origins on the Abolitionist Movement: John Woolman and Anthony Benezet (XVII-XVIII centuries), Costel Coroban (original) (raw)

This research explores the impact of Quaker dissenting origins on the abolitionist movement in the 17th and 18th centuries, focusing on two key figures: John Woolman and Anthony Benezet. It discusses the early Quakers' experiences of persecution, their developed strategies for survival, and how these experiences influenced their later abolitionist efforts. The paper concludes that the Quakers' dissenting past significantly shaped their abolitionist activities, although this influence varied in intensity between Woolman and Benezet, highlighting a shift from passionate activism to an intellectual approach.