The Hebrews were monotheists who believed in only one god, while the Sumerians and Egyptians believed in many gods (they were polytheists).
If the government wanted to slow down the economy's growth it would increase government spending and cut taxes. The more you spend, the more that needs to be compensated for. If they cut taxes, less money would fill the deficit, therefore slowing down the economy's growth.
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The 13th Amendment banned slavery and all involuntary servitude, except in the case of punishment for a crime. ... The 15th Amendment prohibited governments from denying U.S. citizens the right to vote based on race, color, or past servitude.
The leading argument against slavery during this time in the US was simply that it was immoral, and went against God's will. Another was that it violated the Constitution, and yet another was that it was unsustainable in the South.