Here is a summary of Ellen G. White's position on the origin of the races, based on the best available data from the White Estate:
- Ellen G. White teaches that all human races originate from a single creation, referencing Acts 17:24-27 to emphasize the unity of humanity's origin (
PK 500.1).
- She states that the degeneration of the human race—physically, mentally, and morally—has occurred since Adam's fall due to sin and disobedience (
3T 139.1;
4T 29.3;
CTBH 8.1).
- White also discusses the controversial concept of "amalgamation" before and after the flood, which she links to the development of certain races and animal species (
3SG 64.1;
3SG 75.2;
1SP 69.1). This terminology reflects 19th-century language and should be understood in its historical context.
- She addresses the descendants of Canaan and the prophetic curse, but notes God's patience with them (
PP 118.1).
- White also warns about the social and spiritual consequences of breaking down racial distinctions (
SWk 96.1), while highlighting that obedience to God's laws leads to excellence of character (
PK 485.2).
These positions are documented in her writings and reflect the perspectives and language of her era.
References:
- White, E. G. Patriarchs and Prophets (
PK 500.1,
PK 485.2)
- White, E. G. Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 3 (
3T 139.1)
- White, E. G. Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 4 (
4T 29.3)
- White, E. G. Christian Temperance and Bible Hygiene (
CTBH 8.1)
- White, E. G. Spiritual Gifts, Vol. 3 (
3SG 64.1,
3SG 75.2)
- White, E. G. Spirit of Prophecy, Vol. 1 (
1SP 69.1)
- White, E. G. Patriarchs and Prophets (
PP 118.1)
- White, E. G. Southern Work (
SWk 96.1)
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