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Author : Jī. Pī. Vī Sōmaratna
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9789558238165
Total Pages : 40 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (381 download)
Download or read book The Foreignness of the Christian Church in Sri Lanka written by Jī. Pī. Vī Sōmaratna and published by . This book was released on 2006-01-01 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Leonard Pinto
Publisher : Balboa Press
ISBN 13 : 1452528624
Total Pages : 967 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (525 download)
Download or read book Being a Christian in Sri Lanka written by Leonard Pinto and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2015-07-14 with total page 967 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most people know something about their own religions. That knowledge is usually restricted to what is going on at the present time. When it comes to how their religions developed in their countries, their knowledge is on shakier grounds. As for religion in foreign lands, well, for many, that information is nonexistent. Author Leonard Pintos Being a Christian in Sri Lanka: Historical, Political, Social, and Religious Considerations is a critique based on the observations and experience of a Sri Lankan Christian. Pinto shares the history and importance of religion in his native land. Youll learn about Portuguese, Dutch, and British rule in the country formerly known as Ceylon, and how each affected religion there. Pinto dispels popular views about how ruling countries dealt with Christianity and other religions, and with those who practiced them. Youll learn how religion is practiced today from someone who lives it firsthand. Pintos book goes beyond the boundaries of Sri Lanka in assessing the problems faced by Christianity from the corrosive effects of the Age of Enlightenment. In Being a Christian in Sri Lanka: Historical, Political, Social, and Religious Considerations, Pinto comes to the conclusion Sri Lanka would benefit from a Sri Lankan national identity for all its citizens. Hegemony based on ethnicity and religion is dissuaded. Youll also find Pintos conclusions relevant to other countries.
Author : Andrew Lythall
Publisher : GRIN Verlag
ISBN 13 : 3640126793
Total Pages : 38 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (41 download)
Download or read book The Development of Christianity in Sri Lanka and Its Political Implications, AD 50 - AD 2005 written by Andrew Lythall and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2008 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seminar paper from the year 2005 in the subject Politics - International Politics - Topic: Miscellaneous, grade: A, Concordia University Montreal, course: BA Politics, 29 entries in the bibliography, language: English, abstract: The development of Christianity in Sri Lanka has been a long and complex process. Christianity has been instrumental in the development of modern Sri Lankan politics and culture. In this paper I will attempt to map the development of Christianity on the island and assess its resultant political implications. I will also attempt to prove that Christianity has played a major role in the political development of present day Sri Lankan democracy. I. Background Christian development in Sri Lanka could have started as early as AD c.50 when, according to legend, St. Thomas the Apostle set foot upon the island to preach the message of the gospels.1 Since then, Sri Lanka has experienced several stages of Christian development- which can be loosely mapped as a transition from Roman Catholicism to Modern Denominationalism- primarily orchestrated by the ruling power that happened to be enjoying occupation of the island at the time. Because each of these powers (namely the Portuguese, Dutch and British) attempted to impose their own brand of Christianity on the region and met with varying degrees of success, modern Sri Lankan Christianity is a rich tapestry of denominational beliefs including, in order of primacy, Catholicism (over 85%), Anglicanism, Dutch Reformism and Non- Conformism (including Baptists and American Congregationalists).2 The number of Christians in Sri Lanka is considerable; of 20,064,776 residents, 6.2% (roughly 1.25 million) consider themselves Christian (2001 census data).3 Furthermore, Christians comprised over 10.6% of the population during the high British colonial period (c.1900). Thus, as a large minority group, Christian development inherently affected- and still affects- the development of Sri Lankan politics as a whole. Th
Author : D. Kanagasabai Wilson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 168 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (39 download)
Download or read book The Christian Church in Sri Lanka written by D. Kanagasabai Wilson and published by . This book was released on 1975 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Seeks to record what has been attempted and done, especially by the Methodist Church, in the education of children, the emanicipation of women, the breakdown of caste and the promotion of social and evangelistic work. One of the most interesting chapters is that which deals with the pioneering work of the Wesleyan missionaries in the nineteenth century to uplift the Veddah community."--Page [i].
Author : Martin Quéré
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 326 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Download or read book Christianity in Sri Lanka Under the Portuguese Padroado, 1597-1658 written by Martin Quéré and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: History of the Catholic Church in Sri Lanka, 1597-1658.
Author : Paul H. De Neui
Publisher : William Carey Publishing
ISBN 13 : 0878087478
Total Pages : 399 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (78 download)
Download or read book Family and Faith in Asia written by Paul H. De Neui and published by William Carey Publishing. This book was released on 2010-06-01 with total page 399 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If Christian mission in Asia and most of the non-Western world is ever to advance, it must seriously consider the importance of family networks. Far too long the strategy of a “one by one” approach has stifled the spread of the gospel, reinforced a highly individualized unbiblical theology and destroyed social relationships that might lead to conversation, conversion and social transformation. With this concern in mind, SEANET is proud to present another volume in its series addressing critical missiological issues relevant to the practice of mission in Buddhist, Asian and many other contexts. Our title, Family and Faith in Asia: The Missional Impact of Extended Networks, attempts to issue a wake-up call to serious reflection on a highly ignored social reality in Buddhist and many other social contexts. The book is a resource useful for anyone wishing to study practical approaches to issues related to family and faith in Asia, particularly in Buddhist contexts for mission.
Author : Mark A. Lamport
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1442271574
Total Pages : 1119 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (422 download)
Download or read book Encyclopedia of Christianity in the Global South written by Mark A. Lamport and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2018-06-01 with total page 1119 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Christianity has transformed many times in its 2,000-year history, from its roots in the Middle East to its presence around the world today. From the mid-twentieth century onward the presence of Christianity has increased dramatically in Asia, Africa, and Latin America, and the majority of the world’s Christians are now nonwhite and non-Western. The Encyclopedia of Christianity in the Global South traces both the historical evolution and contemporary themes in Christianity in more than 150 countries and regions. The volumes include maps, images, and a detailed timeline of key events. The phrases “Global Christianity” and “World Christianity” are inadequate to convey the complexity of the countries and regions involved—this encyclopedia, with its more than 500 entries, aims to offer rich perspectives on the varieties of Christianity where it is growing, how the spread of Christianity shapes the faith in various regions, and how the faith is changing worldwide.
Author : Amos Yong
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1666720887
Total Pages : 213 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (667 download)
Download or read book Uncovering the Pearl written by Amos Yong and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2023-09-19 with total page 213 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Asia is by far the largest continent in the world. The global expansion of the church, which emanated from the Middle East (as explored in the first book in the series) moved along various routes to take root in Asia proper. Christianity in Asia is extraordinarily diverse, with very ancient forms of the faith dating to the time of the apostles. The western church will be enlightened by the dynamic, multi-pronged Asian story of Christianity. Asian Christianity is also distinct due to the numerous non-traditional, house, or cell movements found throughout the region. The diversity of Christianity in Asia makes Christians in this region critical for the future of global Christianity.
Author : Oscar M. Abey'ratna
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 98 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Download or read book Sidelights on Christianity in Sri Lanka written by Oscar M. Abey'ratna and published by . This book was released on 1977 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : John F. A. Sawyer
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118241134
Total Pages : 577 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (182 download)
Download or read book The Blackwell Companion to the Bible and Culture written by John F. A. Sawyer and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-06-04 with total page 577 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Blackwell Companion to the Bible and Culture provides readers with a concise, readable and scholarly introduction to twenty-first century approaches to the Bible. Consists of 30 articles written by distinguished specialists from around the world Draws on interdisciplinary and international examples to explore how the Bible has impacted on all the major social contexts where it has been influential – ancient, medieval and modern, world-wide Gives examples of how the Bible has influenced literature, art, music, history, religious studies, politics, ecology and sociology Each article is accompanied by a comprehensive bibliography Offers guidance on how to read the Bible and its many interpretations
Author : Karen Pechilis
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136163220
Total Pages : 265 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (361 download)
Download or read book South Asian Religions written by Karen Pechilis and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-11-27 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The religious landscape of South Asia is complex and fascinating. While existing literature tends to focus on the majority religions of Hinduism and Buddhism, much less attention is given to Jainism, Sikhism, Islam or Christianity. While not nelecting the majority traditions, this valuable resource also explores the important role which the minority traditions play in the religious life of the subcontinent, covering popular as well as elite expressions of religious faith. By examining the realities of religious life, and the ways in which the traditions are practised on the ground, this book provides an illuminating introduction to religion in South Asia.
Author : W. L. A. Don Peter
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 272 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Download or read book Historical Gleanings from Sri Lankan Church History written by W. L. A. Don Peter and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: History of the Catholic Church in Sri Lanka.
Author : Kenneth R. Ross
Publisher : Edinburgh University Press
ISBN 13 : 1474439845
Total Pages : 520 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (744 download)
Download or read book Christianity in South and Central Asia written by Kenneth R. Ross and published by Edinburgh University Press. This book was released on 2019-03-14 with total page 520 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive reference volume covers every country in South and Central Asia, offering reliable demographic information and original interpretative essays by indigenous scholars and practitioners. It maps patterns of growth and decline, assesses major traditions and movements, analyses key themes and examines current trends.
Author : Phillip Tovey
Publisher : Hymns Ancient & Modern
ISBN 13 : 9780334059660
Total Pages : 64 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (596 download)
Download or read book Inculturating Liturgy in Sri Lanka written by Phillip Tovey and published by Hymns Ancient & Modern. This book was released on 2020 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Church of Ceylon, in Sri Lanka, is an extra provincial Anglican church whose two dioceses are locally run but with oversight from the Archbishop of Canterbury. Christians, and in them Anglicans, are a small group in a predominantly Buddhist and Hindu country. There is a well know history of violence and hostility between various groups in the country, including the recent bombing of churches. This context leads to an existential need to engage in inter-faith dialogue and contextualization. Are Christians essentially drawn out of their culture and become foreigner in Sri Lanka? In the Church of Ceylon there has been a long tradition of inculturation in dress, architecture, music, and liturgical text. This study tries to bring this story to light. While questions of inculturation and contextualization are of importance throughout the Christian church, the story of the Church of Ceylon is not well known. It deserves to be known better and is an example to other parts of the Anglican Communion. While each context is different some of the work in Sri Lanka will be of help in other places where there are significant Buddhist communities. The book is authored by several Sri Lankan experts in liturgy, and an Englishman, who has worked as editor. Details are given in the book of the various authors.
Author : William Madges
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1610977394
Total Pages : 401 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (19 download)
Download or read book Vatican II written by William Madges and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2011-09-22 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Original essays explore the effects and influences of the Second Vatican Council, particularly on its understanding of church, engagement with the modern world, and encounters with other religions. Contributors include: Philip A. Franco, St. John's University, New York Peter C. Phan, Georgetown University Christopher D. Denny, St. John's University, New York Harriet A. Luckman, College of Mount Saint Joseph Alice L. Laffey, College of the Holy Cross Francis Holland, St. John's University, New York Jason King, St. Vincent College William French, Loyola University, Chicago Christine Firer Hinze, Marquette University Victor Lee Austin, Saint Thomas Church, New York John Sniegocki, Xavier University Elaine Catherine MacMillan, University of San Diego Paul F. Knitter, Xavier University Reid B. Locklin, St. Michael's College, University of Toronto Elena G. Procario-Foley, Iona College Phillip Luke Sinitiere, University of Houston
Author : Klaus Koschorke
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9783447065467
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (654 download)
Download or read book The Dutch Reformed Church in Colonial Ceylon (18th Century) written by Klaus Koschorke and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The volume edited by Klaus Koschorke contains the Minutes of the Consistory of the Dutch Reformed Church in Colombo (1735-1797). They are made accessible to the academic public in an English translation for the first time. These documents are of crucial importance for the religious, social and political history of Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon) in the 18th century. The Colombo Consistory was the highest executive committee of the Colonial Church in Dutch Ceylon. It regulated and coordinated countless church affairs on the island. Manifold problems were discussed here that give us unique insights into the religious, cultural, political, and ecclesiastical life of a Dutch colony in 18th-century Asia. Special attention was paid to the "dangerous spread of Roman papacy in this country" and the seemingly unstoppable advance of the Catholic underground movement. It continually increased in spite of all counter measures by the Dutch authorities, and presented a religious alternative to the prevailing colonial system. These new documents also enhance comparative studies in Church-State relations in different Dutch overseas possessions at that time.
Author : Peter C. Phan
Publisher : Orbis Books
ISBN 13 : 1608334708
Total Pages : 596 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (83 download)
Download or read book Asian Synod written by Peter C. Phan and published by Orbis Books. This book was released on 2015-02-19 with total page 596 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
