This is a multi-part question, so make sure to answer the entire question. use your knowledge of american history and evidence from this reading to answer the questions. i need a response to be at least 5 sentences or more.

when was the emancipation proclamation issued?
what was the purpose of the emancipation proclamation?
why did the proclamation not free all slaves?
why do you think the proclamation was seen as such an important symbolic measure?

the hebrew bible is the sacred text of judaism;

the koran is that of islam.

among eastern religions, the sacred scriptures of hinduis are the four vedas and the upanishads, among others.

a main characteristic in these books is that un most of them we find certain "norms" of behavior, as is the case of the bible that has it's commandments. these rules are to regulate the behavior of believers and faithful of their respective faith.

these rules tell us what is right and what is not.