The Moravians In Greenland (1839)

By Anonymous

Book Overview

The Moravians in Greenland is a historical book published in 1839, written by an anonymous author. The book tells the story of the Moravian missionaries who traveled to Greenland in the 18th century to spread Christianity among the Inuit people.The book begins with a brief history of Greenland and its people, followed by an account of the arrival of the Moravian missionaries in the mid-1700s. The missionaries faced many challenges in their efforts to convert the Inuit people, including language barriers and cultural differences.Despite these obstacles, the Moravians persevered and established several successful missions in Greenland. The book describes their daily lives, including their interactions with the Inuit people, their religious practices, and their struggles to survive in the harsh Arctic climate.The Moravians in Greenland also explores the impact of the missionaries on the Inuit people and their culture. While some Inuit were receptive to Christianity, others were resistant and viewed the Moravians with suspicion.Overall, The Moravians in Greenland is a fascinating look at the history of Christian missions in the Arctic and the complex relationship between missionaries and indigenous peoples. It offers valuable insights into the cultural and religious dynamics of the time and sheds light on the enduring legacy of the Moravian missionaries in Greenland.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104499819
• ISBN13: 9781104499815
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 364 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"