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Davis, Soldier Missionary: a biography of Rev. Jerome D. Davis, a hard‑charging missionary and battlefield‑tested leader who built a lasting presence in Japan. This is a portrait of faith, perseverance, and cross‑cultural impact that helped shape modern Kyoto and beyond.
The book traces the life of Jerome Dean Davis, from his New England roots to his decades as a missionary with the American Board in Japan. It highlights his role in founding and guiding the Doshisha, facing political pressure, and shaping a generation of Japanese Christians and educators. Through detailed chapters and personal accounts, readers glimpse a man whose military experience informed his mission, and whose faith sustained him through difficult times.
Readers will encounter a narrative about leadership under pressure, cross‑cultural exchange, and the growth of Protestant Christianity in Japan. The biography blends family history, church history, and a record of the practical work that accompanied spiritual aims, including the founding of schools, churches, and educational exchanges that reached Korea and China.
- Experience the founding and challenges of the Doshisha and its lasting influence in Japan.
- See how personal faith and practical leadership shaped missions during turbulent times.
- Explore the connections between military discipline, education, and evangelism in a cross‑cultural setting.
- Discover the author’s measured, impartial approach to history and biography.
Ideal for readers of historical biographies, religious history, and studies of Japan’s modernization and Christian missions.
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Davis, Soldier Missionary: A Biography of Rev. Jerome D. Davis, D.D., Lieut
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book narrates the life of Jerome Davis, a soldier and missionary, from his humble beginnings in rural New York to his heroic service in the Civil War and his transformative work in Japan. Amid the backdrop of the antebellum era, the author paints a vivid picture of Davis' childhood, his deep religious convictions, and his early struggles as a teacher. The narrative follows Davis' military career, highlighting his courage and leadership under the command of Colonel Sweeny, and his later role as a chaplain during the Battle of Shiloh, where his compassion and bravery inspired his comrades. The book also delves into Davis' profound impact on Japan as a missionary, where he played a key role in founding the Doshisha University, promoting education, and fostering intercultural understanding. Through Davis' life, the book explores themes of faith, duty, and the power of individuals to make a lasting difference in the world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331133148_0
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Davis, Soldier Missionary: A Biography of REV. Jerome D. Davis, D.D., Lieut.-Colonel of Volunteers and for Thirty-Nine Years a Missionary of the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions in Japan (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 379 pages. 8.98x5.94x0.87 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1331133149
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Davis, Soldier Missionary : A Biography of Rev. Jerome D. Davis, D.D., Lieut.-Colonel of Volunteers and for Thirty-Nine Years a Missionary of the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions in Japan (Classic Reprint)
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Forgotten Books, 2015
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Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 380 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25993255/2
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