Christianity in Japan (1907)

Christianity in Japan is a historical account of the introduction and development of Christianity in Japan, written by Merriman Colbert Harris and published in 1907. The book covers the period from the arrival of the first Christian missionaries in the 16th century to the early 20th century, when Christianity was still a minority religion in Japan. The author provides a detailed analysis of the challenges and obstacles faced by the Christian missionaries in Japan, including cultural differences, language barriers, and political opposition. He also explores the various denominations of Christianity that were introduced in Japan, including Catholicism, Protestantism, and Orthodox Christianity. Harris delves into the impact of Christianity on Japanese society, including its influence on education, social reform, and the development of modern Japan. He also examines the role of Japanese converts in spreading Christianity and establishing churches in their own communities. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity in Japan, as well as the cultural and social changes that occurred during this period. Harris provides a comprehensive and insightful analysis of the challenges and successes of Christianity in Japan, and sheds light on the complex relationship between religion and society in this fascinating country.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.