I want to think about slavery and Christianity a little more especially when it comes to Tom's journey and new owners in New Orleans. St. Claire is a good man and treats Tom with the respect that he deserves, while Mrs. St. Claire finds her own misguided idea of Christianity and the world's view on slavery. St. Claire has his doubts about slavery, yet he continues to take part in it. When I see St. Claire I do not see his faults but I see a good man, at least compared to his wife, who loves his daughter and treats Tom fairly well.
My perception of St. Claire is that he is far more open minded about slavery then Shelby. I kind of see him as a liberal in today's society. He sees the problem as it is and understands the cultural forces that compromise the good that could happen in the world.
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