Kiara, diamant écorché par le sang. Vol. 3

Hazel Diaz

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The History of Missions Volume 2, written by William Brown and published in 1816, is a comprehensive account of the spread of Christianity among non-Christian peoples since the Reformation. The book covers the period from the 16th century to the early 19th century, detailing the work of missionaries from various Christian denominations in different parts of the world.The book begins with an overview of the state of Christianity before the Reformation, and the factors that led to the emergence of Protestantism. It then describes the early efforts of Protestant missionaries to convert non-Christians, including the work of the Jesuits in Asia and the efforts of English and Dutch missionaries in America.The bulk of the book focuses on the 18th and early 19th centuries, a period of intense missionary activity in Africa, Asia, and the Pacific. Brown describes the work of missionaries from different denominations, including the Moravians, Methodists, and Baptists, and provides detailed accounts of their efforts to spread the gospel and establish Christian communities in remote and often hostile regions.Throughout the book, Brown emphasizes the cultural and political challenges that missionaries faced, including language barriers, cultural differences, and opposition from local rulers and religious authorities. He also discusses the impact of missionary work on the societies they encountered, including the spread of Western education and the establishment of new forms of social and religious organization.Overall, The History of Missions Volume 2 provides a detailed and insightful account of the growth of Christianity around the world, and the role of missionaries in that process. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion, cross-cultural communication, and global politics.Also, A Short Account Of The First Introduction Of The Gospel Into The British Isles. In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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