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Topic Four:
Sojournertruth and her version of the truth.
Within chapter 41 we read.

The result of Ann's jealousy is the dismissal of Catherine from the Folger home as her services
are surplus to requirements! Within the narrative of Isabella, we are told; ‘This jealousy was
shown within a few weeks after the breaking up of the kingdom, and did not diminish.’
Once Ann had removed Catherine from the Folger home the situation for Catherine became
devastating as she ‘and her children became in want.’ (Ref: N115) Rejected by the Folgers
Catherine once again renews her loyalties with Matthias and Sojournertruth who at this time
was living comfortably with Mrs. Whiting in Canal Street, New York. As the friendship is
restored Sojournertruth attempts to help Catherine, she gives her cash funds along with
introducing Catherine to Mr. Western who is the defense attorney for Matthias. Together
Matthias, Sojournertruth, Catherine and Margaret are standing shoulder to shoulder attempting
to tell their version of the truth. They are at a most considerable disadvantage due to lack of
finances, standing within the community and support from the newspapers. In many ways, they
are persecuted and condemned by public's awareness of perceived negativity against them as
perpetrated by the wealthy and powerful members of New York Society.
Catherine was interviewed more than once by Mr. Western after which she continually
confirmed her version of events which backed up the testimony of Sojournertruth. Together
they are attempting to stand strong against overwhelming odds. While Catherine
communicated with Mr. Western she informed him of her involvement with Benjamin, the
response from Western was ‘that he is satisfied with the truth of Isabella's narrative, and
she (Catherine) only confirmed it.' (Ref N116)
Catherine also informed Sojournertruth of shocking actions which Ann Folger had been
implementing against her and Matthias. On hearing of the actions of Ann Folger,
Sojournertruth became angry as she disliked the idea of Mr. Stone writing for the Folger
encampment against her and Matthias!
From Sojournertruth's viewpoint, we are told. ‘When Isabella was thus informed, that a
formidable book was coming out against her and Matthias by Mrs. Folger, ----she
exclaimed, with much energy, (for she is really very energetic and not very timid,) I have
got the truth and I know it and I will crush them with the truth. We have no doubt that
Isabella was furious on this occasion and perhaps expressed some bitter wishes under
such feelings.'

The point of study or debate:

7. The often quoted famous words of Sojournertruth are critical, she said; "I have got the
truth, and I know it, and I will crush them with the truth." Why is it essential to understand
the full context and history of this famous quotation? Could this quotation be misunderstood
or misused in ignorance and planned design?

8. Why is it important to understand the reasons behind Ann and Benjamin Folger dissent
towards Isabella (Sojournertruth) and Prophet Matthias?

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