Religion


 * Religion**

Masters of the slaves encouraged religious observances among their slaves hoping that christian takes on, which it did. The masters wanted them to be christians because they thought it would make them not run away as much, more cooperative, and efficient. Slaves emphasized the theme of literation and believed that there is a high god. They thought that there are also lesser gods who follow the high god. Lesser gods meant that they would pray to different gods dealing with rain, fertility, and crops. A status with lesser gods was occupied by the spirits of their ancestors. They also believed that god created all things. The slaves also went to religious services held in the quarters to take on their religion.