Because of the Negroes' "defective comprehension and the laborious nature of this employment to them"[1] he considered such reading an inefficient method of religious instruction.

He, therefore, supported the oppressive measures of the South.

The other member of the bar maintained that men could not reflect as Christians and justify the position that slaves should not be permitted to read the Bible.

"It is in vain," added he, "to say there is danger in it.

The best slaves of the State are those who can and do read the Scriptures.
Again, who is it that teaches your slaves to read?
It is generally done by the children of the owners.