Memoirs of the Life and Labours of the Rev. Samuel Marsden, of Paramatta,…
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"Memoirs of the Life and Labours of the Rev. Samuel Marsden, of Paramatta" edited by Rev. J. B. Marsden is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work chronicles the life and missionary efforts of Samuel Marsden, a pivotal figure in the establishment of missions in New Zealand and Tahiti as well as his contributions to the penal colony of New South Wales. The memoir details Marsden's significant influence
on the moral and spiritual development of these regions amid challenging circumstances. The opening of the memoir introduces Samuel Marsden, emphasizing his humble beginnings and unassuming nature, which did not detract from his remarkable impact. It describes his early life, education, and the circumstances leading to his appointment as a chaplain to New South Wales, as well as his unwavering commitment to missionary work despite adversity and personal losses. The text conveys the moral dilemmas faced by Marsden in a convict colony, his dedication to uplift the local populace, and his initiatives to promote Christianity among the indigenous peoples. Ultimately, the beginning sets the stage for understanding the profound legacy of Marsden's labors in shaping the religious landscape of the South Pacific. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Marsden, Samuel, 1765-1838 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Marsden, J. B. (John Buxton), 1803-1870 |
| Title | Memoirs of the Life and Labours of the Rev. Samuel Marsden, of Paramatta, Senior Chaplain of New South Wales; and of His Early Connexion with the Missions to New Zealand and Tahiti |
| Credits |
Produced by Pat McCoy, Steven Gibbs and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BV: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Practical theology, Worship |
| LoC Class | DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas) |
| Subject | Maori (New Zealand people) |
| Subject | Marsden, Samuel, 1765-1838 |
| Subject | Missions -- New Zealand |
| Subject | Missions -- French Polynesia -- Tahiti (Island) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 41258 |
| Release Date | Nov 2, 2012 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1330 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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