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Glen L Thompson
Professor emeritus of New Testament and historical theology at Asia Lutheran Seminary in Hong Kong. He researches, works with students, and expands his Fourth-Century Christianity website.
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Episode 156: Glen L Thompson on The Jingjiao and the Earliest Christianity in China
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Glen L Thompson, a historian specializing in early Christianity in China, dives into the hidden history of the Jingjiao, the earliest Christian church in the region. He shares intriguing tales, such as how a Chinese Christian once led the Syriac Church. The discussion touches on the interplay of early Christianity with Taoism, the linguistic hurdles faced by missionaries, and the significance of the Syriac language. Listeners will discover a richly woven narrative that connects cultural identities with Christian tradition.
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