Read the excerpt from Anthem. The word “We” is as lime poured over men, which sets and hardens to stone, and crushes all beneath

While there is a mix of logic and emotion present, the primary focus is on logic. Sewall articulates clearly that true adherence to the Bible should not allow for the acceptance of slavery or the mass killing of individuals. Acting in accordance with Christian principles entails emulating Christ and abiding by biblical teachings. There is no valid justification for Joseph's slavery, yet people still partake in similar practices as those who enslaved him. Sewall denounces human trafficking and questions the morals of those slave owners who consider themselves religious followers. By using Joseph's situation, he highlights the inconsistencies in their actions. Additionally, he references various biblical texts to bolster his argument against the act of stealing humans. His logic effectively exposes the hypocrisy of those who choose to overlook their contradictory beliefs and encourages self-reflection on their staunch convictions.