From the Americans Who Tell the Truth portrait series
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Truth was a preacher, an abolitionist, an activist for the rights of both blacks and women. Although she couldn't read, she could quote the Bible word for word, and was a powerful speaker. An imposing six feet tall, with a profound faith in God's love and a deep rich voice, she stirred audiences around the country until her death in 1883.
Sojourner Truth gave an address to the Michigan State Legislature in June 1881 entitled, "On Heaven and Hell," according to the Sojourner Truth Institute website. Visit the website for an excerpt of the address.-- The MY HERO Library Staff