Publisher's Synopsis
The Christian Movement In Japan is a historical book published in 1907 by the Standing Committee of Missions. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Christian movement in Japan, tracing its origins and development from the arrival of the first missionaries in the mid-16th century to the early 20th century.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the Christian movement in Japan. The first section provides an overview of the early history of Christianity in Japan, including the arrival of Francis Xavier and his followers in 1549 and the subsequent persecution of Christians during the Tokugawa period.The second section of the book focuses on the revival of Christianity in Japan in the late 19th century, which was largely driven by the efforts of Protestant missionaries. The book provides detailed accounts of the work of individual missionaries and the establishment of Christian schools, churches, and hospitals throughout Japan.The third section of the book explores the impact of Christianity on Japanese society and culture, including its influence on education, literature, and social reform movements. The book also discusses the challenges faced by Japanese Christians, including discrimination and persecution by the government and society at large.Overall, The Christian Movement In Japan is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity in Japan and its impact on Japanese society and culture.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.