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David Zeisberger, by John Valentine Haidt, 1771.
Credit: Courtesy of the Moravian Archives
This unadorned portrait of David Zeisberger captures the simplicity of Moravian dress and manners, as well as the earnestness of Zeisberger's character. Like Quakers, the Moravians impressed Indians with their honesty and kindness, especially when compared to other Europeans.