Christian Social Activism and Rule of Law in Chinese Societies

Chris White editor Fenggang Yang editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Lehigh University Press

Published:15th Jun '21

Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back

This hardback is available in another edition too:

Christian Social Activism and Rule of Law in Chinese Societies cover

Although Christianity has been a minority religion in Chinese societies, Christians have played catalytic roles in social activism for democracy and establishing rule of law in Chinese societies. The historical analysis, theological reflections, and sociological observations found in the chapters of Christian Social Activism and the Rule of Law in Chinese Societies reveal the vibrant influence of Christian individuals and groups on social, political, and legal activism in mainland China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and diasporic communities. Situating the activism narrative in a larger context, this volume examines the dynamics of Christianity-inspired activism and its contributions to democratization and rule of law in Greater China in a fresh light.

The vastly outsized role of Christians in Chinese political and social activism has presented a persistent puzzle. This timely volume provides the most revealing and wide-ranging answer to date. Highly recommended.

-- Xi Lian, David C. Steinmetz Distinguished Professor of World Christianity at Duke Divinity Sc

ISBN: 9781611463231

Dimensions: 228mm x 160mm x 30mm

Weight: 753g

422 pages