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 :::Jefferson did not have slaves whipped except in exceptional cases involving fighting, etc, as were free men in other walks of life, and these events were rare and are supported by slave's testimony. Overall, he treated slaves very well, exceptionally well, and again, worked them no more than free farmers worked. And if anyone has ""fled"" from this page it is because of the same debates that you initiate, and as edit history will clearly show, much of the animosity is directed at you, so kindly do not quote scriptures to me about your version of ""the truth"". You only bring shame to the religion you profess to embrace. I have not read the farm book in its entirety. Would you kindly quote the passage where Jefferson approved of the whipping of children for being late? After that you get to quote sources that say Jefferson 'did not' treat his slaves well overall and overworked them. Then get back to me about ""the truth"". Thanks, Cm'.    "