TALK: Christianity, Conversion and Overseas Chinese in 17th century Manila

In this presentation, Dr. Andaya steps outside her comfort zone to think about the interaction between the first generations of Christian missionaries and the largely Hokkien-speaking Chinese in Spanish Manila between 1581 and 1663.

Much has been written on the Chinese in Manila, but this presentation will focus on the deep involvement of non-Christian Chinese in the production of Christian books and religious artifacts, and on the sustained but unsuccessful efforts of the missionary orders to convert them.

The presentation will provide visual examples of this involved as well as explanations as to why Christianity failed to appeal to overseas Chinese.

Event Sponsor
Center for Southeast Asian Studies, Mānoa Campus

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Thang, (808) 956-2688, cseaspr@hawaii.edu

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