Spreading fires: the missionary nature of early Pentecostalism

This book analyses the context, history, theology and praxis of the first Pentecostal missions in the first two decades of the twentieth century. Based largely on primary sources, it explores the social and historical context in which Pentecostalism arose, the revival, holiness and healing movements...

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Main Author: Anderson, Allan Heaton 1949- (Author)
Format: Print Book
Language:English
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Published: Maryknoll, NY Orbis Books [2007]
In:Year: 2007
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Pentecostal churches / Mission / History 1900-1930
IxTheo Classification:KAH Church history 1648-1913; modern history
Further subjects:B Pentecostal Churches Missions History 20th century
B Pentecostalism History 20th century
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Summary:This book analyses the context, history, theology and praxis of the first Pentecostal missions in the first two decades of the twentieth century. Based largely on primary sources, it explores the social and historical context in which Pentecostalism arose, the revival, holiness and healing movements associated with it in the late nineteenth century, and the influence of colonialism on Pentecostal missions. It traces the stories of Pentecostal missionaries and 'native workers' in Africa, China, India and other parts of Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean. The first part of the book is historical, while the second part is analytical, missiological and theological. It looks at the doctrine and experience of the Spirit so central to Pentecostal mission, the emphasis on evangelism, healing and premillennialism, the translation and contextualization of the Christian message by Pentecostal missionaries, and issues of religion, race, gender and culture. It concludes with an analysis of the missionary nature of Pentecostalism and the contemporary implications of this for the wider church.
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references (p. [296]-305) and index
ISBN:1570757496