Jupiter Hammon Quotes

A collection of quotes by Jupiter Hammon.

Jupiter Hammon was an African American poet and slave who lived during the 18th century. Believed to have been born in 1711, he spent his entire life as an enslaved person in America. Hammon is best known for his literary works, particularly his religious poems which conveyed themes of faith and freedom. His writings, including his most prominent piece, "An Address to the Negroes of the State of New York," were significant in highlighting the humanity and intelligence of enslaved Africans. Jupiter Hammon's work has become a testament to the enduring spirit and creative expression of those oppressed by slavery.

There are but two places where all go after death, white and

There are but two places where all go after death, white and black, rich and poor; those places are Heaven and Hell. Heaven is a place made for those, who are born again, and who love God, and it is a place where they will be happy for ever.

Jupiter Hammon

Death Love Places

The Bible is a revelation of the mind and will of God to men

The Bible is a revelation of the mind and will of God to men. Therein we may learn, what God is.

Jupiter Hammon

God

But this will not do, God will certainly punish you for stea

But this will not do, God will certainly punish you for stealing and for being unfaithful.

Jupiter Hammon

God