A History of Christian Missions in China

'A History of Christian Missions in China' is an authoritative and comprehensive examination of the development and impact of Christian missionary activity in China from the earliest recorded efforts to the early twentieth century. This scholarly work provides a detailed chronological account, beginning with the Nestorian presence, through the Roman Catholic missions of the Ming and Qing dynasties, and into the widespread Protestant movements. It offers a deep dive into the complex intersection of faith, culture, and international relations in East Asia.The text explores the various strategies employed by missionaries, the significant social and educational contributions they made, and the diverse responses of the Chinese people and the imperial government. Kenneth Scott Latourette meticulously analyzes how missions were influenced by and, in turn, influenced the political and social transformations within China. As a foundational resource for the study of world Christianity and Sino-Western relations, 'A History of Christian Missions in China' remains an essential reference for understanding the religious landscape of the region and the historical complexities of cultural exchange between the East and the West.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.