Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""History Of The Foreign Missions Of The Secession And United Presbyterian Church"" was written by John McKerrow and published in 1867. It is a comprehensive account of the foreign missions carried out by the Secession and United Presbyterian Church, which were two Scottish Presbyterian denominations that merged in 1847. The book begins with an introduction to the history of the two churches and their missionary efforts, including the establishment of missions in India, China, Africa, and the West Indies. McKerrow then provides detailed accounts of the various mission stations, the challenges faced by the missionaries, and the impact of their work on the local populations.The book also includes biographical sketches of some of the most prominent missionaries, such as Alexander Duff, who founded the Scottish Church College in Calcutta, and David Livingstone, the famous explorer and missionary in Africa. Throughout the book, McKerrow emphasizes the importance of missionary work as a means of spreading Christianity and improving the lives of those in need. He also highlights the role of the Scottish Presbyterian Church in the wider history of Christian missions and the impact of their work on the global community.Overall, ""History Of The Foreign Missions Of The Secession And United Presbyterian Church"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian missions, Scottish Presbyterianism, or the impact of religion on global society.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.
