Is “Go Tell It On the Mountain” an anti-religious novel?

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Selected thesis

“Go Tell It on the Mountain” is an anti-religious novel.

Pros

Cons

  • Pro claim 1

    Religion is a major source of inner turmoil for John.

  • Pro claim 2

    Throughout the novel, religion is used as a cloak for abuses and hypocrisy.

  • Con claim 1

    The novel portrays religion as a source of strength and comfort amid hardship.

  • Con claim 2

    The novel climaxes with John’s religious awakening.