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ROBERT MORRISON Churchman, missionary in China and authority on Chinese matters. Date: 1782 - 1834
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1782 1834 Authority Churchman Matters Missionary Morrison
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1. Title: "Robert Morrison: Pioneering Churchman and Scholar in China" This evocative photograph captures the enigmatic figure of Robert Morrison (1782-1834), a trailblazing Churchman, missionary, and authority on Chinese matters. Morrison's life and work bridged the gap between the Western and Chinese worlds during a time of significant cultural exchange. Born in Scotland in 1782, Morrison's early life was marked by a deep spiritual calling and a fascination with the Chinese language and culture. In 1807, he embarked on a journey to China as a missionary with the British and Foreign Bible Society. He arrived in Macau, a Portuguese colony, and began his arduous study of the Chinese language, which would consume him for the next two decades. Morrison's perseverance paid off when, in 1810, he produced the first English-Chinese dictionary, a monumental achievement that opened the doors for further communication between the two cultures. He went on to translate the Bible into Chinese, making it the first complete Bible to be translated into an Asian language. Morrison's impact on China extended far beyond religious matters. He was a tireless advocate for Chinese education and made significant contributions to the fields of linguistics, ethnography, and geography. His groundbreaking work paved the way for future missionaries and scholars, and his legacy continues to inspire those seeking to bridge the gap between cultures. This photograph, taken in an era before the widespread use of photography, captures the essence of a man who dedicated his life to understanding and sharing the wonders of Chinese culture with the Western world. Morrison's legacy continues to resonate, reminding us of the power of language, education, and cultural exchange in fostering mutual understanding and respect. Date: 1782-1834 Subject: Robert Morrison Keywords: Churchman, missionary, China, authority, Chinese, matters, history, historical.
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