The Symbolic Significance of the Missionary

In crossing a cultural boundary a missionary comes from one background with a network of symbolism to another place with a different system of symbols. That can be either a confusing mishmash, or it can be a creative activity bringing new meanings. If the missionary learns a new language, that is an...

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Main Author: Lee, Peter K. H. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Sage 1990
In: Missiology
Year: 1990, Volume: 18, Issue: 3, Pages: 337-345
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