Since my return to America my Master, has at the desire of my friends in England given me my freedom.

Proceed, great chief, with virtue on thy sideThy every action let the goddess guide.

Remember, Christians, Negroes, black as Cain, /May be refin'd and join th' angelic train.

Thou didst, in strains of eloquence refin'd, Inflame the soul, and captivate the mind.

Since my return to America my Master, has at the desire of my friends in England given me my freedom.

The world is a severe schoolmaster, for its frowns are less dangerous than its smiles and flatteries, and it is a difficult task to keep in the path of wisdom.

May be refined, and join the angelic train.