
Global Entanglements of a Man Who Never Traveled: A Seventeenth-Century Chinese Christian and His Conflicted Worlds
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Religion & Spirituality
History
Format
Kindle
Seiten
275
Sprache
Englisch
Veröffentlicht
May 29, 2018
Verlag
Columbia University Press
ISBN-10
0231547315
ISBN-13
9780231547314
Beschreibung
In a time of immense cultural and political upheaval, a young man from Ningbo struggles to navigate the complexities of his existence as a Chinese Christian. The narrative offers a glimpse into his life, marked by the challenges and contradictions of living in a society that prizes earthly achievements while he yearns for spiritual fulfillment. Despite never having traveled far beyond his hometown, his world is enriched by the global connections forged through trade, religion, and scholarship.
Through meticulous research, the author uncovers the vibrant intersections of local and global influences that shape the protagonist's worldview. The man's interactions with Jesuit missionaries and European traders illustrate the delicate balance he must maintain between his deep-rooted heritage and the intriguing, yet conflicting, allure of foreign ideas. This exploration of identity and belonging in a rapidly changing world is both personal and universal.
As the narrative unfolds, it reveals the man's inner conflicts and aspirations, giving readers a profound understanding of the times he lived in. The book not only details the historical context of seventeenth-century China but also provides an intimate perspective on how one man’s life can reflect broader themes of globalization, faith, and cultural entanglement. Through his journey, the reader is invited to reflect on the nuances of cultural identity in an increasingly interconnected world.
Through meticulous research, the author uncovers the vibrant intersections of local and global influences that shape the protagonist's worldview. The man's interactions with Jesuit missionaries and European traders illustrate the delicate balance he must maintain between his deep-rooted heritage and the intriguing, yet conflicting, allure of foreign ideas. This exploration of identity and belonging in a rapidly changing world is both personal and universal.
As the narrative unfolds, it reveals the man's inner conflicts and aspirations, giving readers a profound understanding of the times he lived in. The book not only details the historical context of seventeenth-century China but also provides an intimate perspective on how one man’s life can reflect broader themes of globalization, faith, and cultural entanglement. Through his journey, the reader is invited to reflect on the nuances of cultural identity in an increasingly interconnected world.
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