Christianity is a strong theme throughout the beginning of the novel. While we may consider that this is merely a sign of the times, we must also consider its greater influence. Beecher Stowe seems to be trying to influence her readers into believing that slavery shouldn't be socially acceptable, and by using a theme of christianity, she draws all members of society towards her beliefs, as christianity is a shared value between balck men and white men alike. Although a woman, Ms. Bird appeals to her husband's choice as a politician by telling him, "I don't know anything about politics, but I can read my Bible; and there I see that I must feed the hungry, clothe the naked, and comfor the desolate; and that Bible I mean to follow."(72) Later protagonist Tom tries to comfort his wife saying "I'm in the Lord's hands,"(85) This isn't merely a connection within the novel, however, a suggested bond that is shared by all of humanity. Perhaps it is even suggested by Beecher Stowe that those who do not posses salvation are inhumane, and therefore is why they insist that slavery is acceptable. Despite Beecher Stowe's underlying tone, there is no doubt that she uses christianity as a bond to sway her readers.
