Critical readings in the history of Christian mission: volume 1

This selection of texts introduces students and researchers to the multi- and interdisciplinary field of mission history. It apprises them with current discussions, insights and theories. The four parts of this book acquaint the readers with methodological considerations and recurring themes in the...

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Contributors: Frederiks, Martha Theodora 1965- (Editor) ; Nagy, Dorottya 1978- (Editor)
Format: Electronic Book
Language:English
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Published: Leiden Boston Brill [2021]
In:Year: 2021
Series/Journal:Critical Readings
Religious Studies, Theology and Philosophy E-Books Online, Collection 2021, ISBN: 9789004441309
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Mission (international law / Christianity / History
Further subjects:B Collection of essays
B Missions History
B Missions
B History
B Protestant Churches
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Summary:This selection of texts introduces students and researchers to the multi- and interdisciplinary field of mission history. It apprises them with current discussions, insights and theories. The four parts of this book acquaint the readers with methodological considerations and recurring themes in the academic study of the history of mission. Part one revolves around methods, part two documents approaches, while parts three and four consist of thematic clusters, such as mission and language, medical mission, mission and education, women and mission, mission and politics, and mission and art. The text-selection represents a wide variety of disciplines, authors and backgrounds. The texts were chosen because they address the complexities involved in studying the history of Christian mission. Critical Readings in the History of Christian Mission is suitable for course-work and other educational purposes
ISBN:9004399585
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.1163/9789004399587