“Masters, give unto your servants (δούλοις, slaves) that which
is just and equal, knowing that ye also have a Master in
heaven.”--COL. iv. 1.
The duty of masters and the rights of slaves reciprocal--1. The
duty of masters to their slaves considered as “their money:” in
regard to working, resting, feeding, clothing, housing, and the
employment of persons over them: also to the sick and the aged.
2. Their duty to their slaves considered as social
beings--Punishments and the social principle discussed. 3.
Their duty to their slaves considered as religious
beings--Public instruction on the Sabbath and at other times,
and the opportunity of attending--The employment of preachers,
and the religious instruction of children