Spreading fires
Subtitle: the missionary nature of early Pentecostalism
By: Allan Anderson.
Publisher: Orbis Books
Published: 2007
Place of publication: Maryknoll, N.Y
Language: eng
Number of pages: 312
ISBN-13: 9781570757495
Subjects: Pentecostal churches -- Missions -- History -- 20th century.; Pentecostalism -- History -- 20th century.
Description: "Spreading Fires analyses the context, history, theology and praxis of the first Pentecostal missions in the first two decades of the twentieth century. Based largely on primary sources, it explores the social and historical context in which Pentecostalism arose, the revival, holiness and healing movements associated with it in the late nineteenth century, and the influence of colonialism on Pentecostal missions. It traces the stories of Pentecostal missionaries and 'native workers' in Africa, China, India and other parts of Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean." "This comprehensive and contextual history of the early Pentecostal mission is ideal for students looking to source primary material and fully understand the context and implications of the most important missionary movement of the twentieth century. To aid learning the book features photographs, maps and diagrams throughout."--Jacket.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.