Bomefree
Sojourner Truth's father, a tall and strong slave who provides for his family as best he can.
Core Belief
"Bomefree believes in the importance of family and the need to provide for his loved ones. He is deeply affected by the loss of his children and the hardships he endures as a slave."
Worldview
Bomefree sees the world as a harsh and unforgiving place, where slaves are subjected to cruelty and oppression. He longs for freedom and a better life for his family.
Personality
Bomefree is portrayed as a hardworking, faithful, and loving husband and father. He is deeply concerned for the well-being of his family and does his best to provide for them, despite the limitations imposed by slavery. He is devastated by the loss of his children and the hardships he endures.
In Their Own Words
"'Oh,' he would exclaim, 'I had thought God would take me first,-Mau-mau was so much smarter than I, and could get about and take care of herself;-and I am so old, and so helpless. What is to become of me? I can't do anything any more-my children are all gone, and here I am left helpless and alone.'"
"'They are all taken away from me! I have now not one to give me a cup of cold water-why should I live and not die?'"
"'Oh, my child,' replied he, 'I cannot live that long.'"
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