John M. L. Young

I took this book after a recommendation by a friend. As I'm aware of Honor/Shame framework through which most of the Asian countries operate, I could see a lot of my questions solved from that perspective. The Japanese Christians are struggling with a strong sense of identity for their country, and they don't want to shame their ancestors by putting Jesus as their God.

I liked how I read about the Jesuit's in Japan and it reminded me of Matteo Ricci. Anyway, Overall a great book, it is definitely one of the toughest places for the Gospel. I would encourage all Christians to pause and learn from history.

--Gottfried… (mehr)

I took this book after a recommendation by a friend. As I'm aware of Honor/Shame framework through which most of the Asian countries operate, I could see a lot of my questions solved from that perspective. The Japanese Christians are struggling with a strong sense of identity for their country, and they don't want to shame their ancestors by putting Jesus as their God.

I liked how I read about the Jesuit's in Japan and it reminded me of Matteo Ricci. Anyway, Overall a great book, it is definitely one of the toughest places for the Gospel. I would encourage all Christians to pause and learn from history.

--Gottfried… (mehr)