100 Years Christian Progress In The Pacific

'In Melanesians and Missionaries', one of the best of the younger generation of missionary anthropologists demonstrates that a commitment to the missionary enterprise on the part of a solid scholar facilitates, rather than hinders, the anthropological study of a missionary topic. This is better anthropology because Dr. Whiteman is able to probe more deeply into his topic and demonstrates that he understands and appreciates both Melanesians and missionaries. Charles H. Kraft, Professor of Anthropology, School of World Mission, Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena

This thought-provoking work from Archibald Wright Murray explores the role of Christianity in the Pacific Islands, including the interactions between missionaries and native peoples. With insights into the cultural clashes and religious transformations that occurred in the region, it is a fascinating look at the intersection of faith and colonialism. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

History of Bible translations, printings, distributions, and missions in the Pacific Islands.

"Sheldon Dibble's 'Thoughts on Missions' offers readers profound reflections on the significance of missionary work and its impact on communities around the world. Dibble's thoughtful insights delve into the challenges and rewards of spreading faith and cultural understanding. This work serves as a valuable resource for those interested in global outreach and the transformative power of missions."