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Exploring the intersection of religion and imperialism, this book highlights the pivotal role of British churches in supplying missionaries globally. It delves into the belief that Britain was divinely tasked with spreading Christianity, abolishing slavery, and promoting civilization. The narrative emphasizes the notion of a providential purpose behind the Empire’s expansion, suggesting that understanding this religious context is essential for grasping the broader implications of British imperial history.
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Providence and Empire, Stewart Brown
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- Rok vydání
- 2014
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- Titul
- Providence and Empire
- Podtitul
- Religion, Politics and Society in the United Kingdom, 1815-1914
- Jazyk
- anglicky
- Autoři
- Stewart Brown
- Vydavatel
- Taylor & Francis Ltd (Sales)
- Rok vydání
- 2014
- Vazba
- pevná
- Počet stran
- 512
- ISBN13
- 9781138837003
- Kategorie
- Světová historie
- Anotace
- Exploring the intersection of religion and imperialism, this book highlights the pivotal role of British churches in supplying missionaries globally. It delves into the belief that Britain was divinely tasked with spreading Christianity, abolishing slavery, and promoting civilization. The narrative emphasizes the notion of a providential purpose behind the Empire’s expansion, suggesting that understanding this religious context is essential for grasping the broader implications of British imperial history.