Publisher's Synopsis
Social Christianity In The Orient: The Story Of A Man, A Mission And A Movement by John Everett Clough is a comprehensive account of the development of the social gospel movement in Asia during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book focuses on the life and work of Timothy Richard, a Welsh missionary who played a pivotal role in the spread of social Christianity in China and other parts of Asia. The book begins by tracing the origins of the social gospel movement in Europe and America, and its subsequent spread to Asia through the work of missionaries like Richard. It then goes on to describe Richard's early life and his journey to China, where he became deeply involved in social and educational work. Richard's pioneering efforts in areas like public health, education, and the promotion of women's rights are chronicled in detail, along with his efforts to promote Christian social ethics in the region.The book also explores the broader social, political, and economic context in which the social gospel movement developed in Asia, including the impact of imperialism, nationalism, and the rise of communism. It discusses the challenges that missionaries like Richard faced in promoting their message in a culturally diverse and rapidly changing region, and the ways in which they adapted their approach to suit local conditions.Overall, Social Christianity In The Orient is a fascinating and informative account of a little-known chapter in the history of Christianity and social reform in Asia. It offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by those who sought to promote social justice and Christian values in a complex and rapidly changing world.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.
