Why Did So Many Slaves Resist Slavery

A number of slaves resulted to peaceful forms of resistance. One of the biggest ways slaves resisted slavery was through religion. “…the slaves would sing pray, and relate experiences all night long. Their great souls-hungering desire was freedom…[they] longed to be free and hatred the institution of slavery.” ("Wpa Slave Narrative: Mary Gladdy, Excerpt.”). Slaves practiced religion secretly at night, when there owners were asleep. Their connection to God was against owners wishes. Although, it brought many slaves peace with the lives they led. Another way slaves peacefully resisted slavery was by creating work stoppage or work slow downs. In doing so, “…slaves affected the economic stability of their masters by producing less…” ("Slave Resistance.”).