Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass

when Mr.severe the overseer died the slaves called his death a "merciful providence." what does it mean

"merciful providence" what does it mean

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The slaves were relieved by Mr. Severe's death, they gained mercy through the man's ultimate destiny..... death.

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Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass

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