how does captain auld demonstrate that he reads the Bible in order to find support for his own needs and desires in this case, upholding slavery? consider his treatment of the slave girl, henny

Captain Auld beats a crippled young girl repeatedly to support his idea of slave holding cruelty.

Explanation:

Captain Auld in the chapter is seen supporting his idea of slave holding cruelty by beating a crippled young girl on a continuous basis. The name of this girl was Henny.

He for supporting his own ideas demonstrated and read a passage of scripture from the bible. This justified his idea of slavery and also demonstrated that he read the holy book of christians Bible.