The Journal of John Woolman, published posthumously in 1774, is the spiritual autobiography of a devout American Quaker. Spanning his life from 1720 to 1772, the journal chronicles Woolman's journey as a tailor, itinerant preacher, and passionate abolitionist. With gentle persistence and unwavering moral conviction, he traveled among Quaker communities, urging fellow believers to free their slaves and renounce all profits from the slave trade. Written in simple, sincere prose, the journal reflects his deep humility, compassion, and belief in the equal worth of all people before God. A landmark of American spiritual literature, it remains a timeless testament to conscience, integrity, and social justice.
