Christ Or Confucius, Which? Or The Story Of The Amoy Mission (1889)

""Christ or Confucius, Which? Or The Story of the Amoy Mission"" is a historical book written by John Macgowan in 1889. The book revolves around the Amoy Mission, which was a Christian missionary movement in China during the 19th century. The author compares the teachings of Christ and Confucius, two of the most influential figures in history, and argues why Christianity is superior to Confucianism.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the Amoy Mission. The first chapter provides an overview of the mission and its objectives, while the second chapter delves into the history and teachings of Confucius. The subsequent chapters highlight the challenges faced by the missionaries in spreading Christianity in China, including the language barrier, cultural differences, and resistance from the local authorities.Macgowan also describes the lives of the missionaries and their interactions with the Chinese people. He portrays the missionaries as selfless individuals who were willing to endure hardships and persecution to spread the word of God. The book also includes several anecdotes and stories that illustrate the impact of the Amoy Mission on the Chinese people.Overall, ""Christ or Confucius, Which? Or The Story of the Amoy Mission"" is a compelling account of the Christian missionary movement in China during the 19th century. It provides valuable insights into the challenges faced by the missionaries and the impact of their work on the Chinese people. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity in China and the interaction between different cultures and religions.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.