Edinburgh 1910: An Account And Interpretation Of The World Missionary Conference (1910)

Edinburgh 1910 is a historical account and interpretation of the World Missionary Conference that took place in Edinburgh in 1910. The book is written by W.H.T. Gairdner, who was a prominent missionary and scholar of Islamic studies. The World Missionary Conference was a significant event in the history of Christian missions, as it brought together representatives from various Protestant denominations and mission organizations from around the world to discuss and strategize about global evangelization. The conference was attended by over 1,200 delegates, including missionaries, pastors, and theologians, and it resulted in the formation of the International Missionary Council, which would become a key player in the global missionary movement.Gairdner's book provides a detailed account of the conference, including the various sessions, speeches, and debates that took place. He also offers his own interpretation of the conference and its significance, highlighting the tensions and disagreements that arose between different groups and the challenges facing the missionary movement at the time. Overall, Edinburgh 1910 is an important historical document that sheds light on the early days of the modern missionary movement and the debates and discussions that shaped it. It is a valuable resource for scholars of mission history, as well as for anyone interested in the history of Christianity and global missions.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.