History of the missions of the American Board Of Commissioners For Foreign Missions to the oriental churches, Volume II.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Anderson, Rufus, 1796-1880

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"History of the Missions of the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions to the Oriental Churches" by Rufus Anderson, D.D., LL.D. is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book details the missions of the American Board in the Eastern regions, focusing on their efforts within the Armenian churches and the broader impact of missionary work during significant historical events. It examines shifts in religious dynamics, particularly noting the challenges faced by Protestant communities during periods of persecution and sociopolitical change. The opening of this work introduces the Armenian context of the early-to-mid 19th century, highlighting various European diplomatic efforts that aimed to secure religious freedoms for Protestant Armenians. It recounts significant events involving interactions with English and Turkish officials, illustrating the struggle for recognition and independence of the Protestant Armenian community. The narrative reveals how various missionaries, along with political allies, navigated a complex landscape of social, religious, and governmental changes to foster the spread of the Gospel and establish churches within the region. The tone reflects a sense of hope amidst challenges, emphasizing the divine providence behind the missionary endeavors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by John Bechard

Notes:

Reading ease score: 61.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2006-11-27