Hidden Christians in Japan: Breaking the Silence

by Kirk Sandvig

Overview

This book examines the contemporary issues facing hidden Christian communities in Japan, looking at how these issues have resulted in the discontinuation of hidden Christian practices, and how these communities are adapting to their changing communities.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781498591676
Publisher:	Lexington Books
Publication date:	11/29/2019
Pages:	204
Product dimensions:	6.33(w) x 9.16(h) x 0.87(d)

About the Author

Kirk Sandvig is adjunct professor at Chapman University and San Diego State University.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Coming to Terms with Hidden Christianity in Japan Chapter 2: The Introduction and Prohibition of Christianity in Japan Chapter 3: Christian Persecution Chapter 4: Maintaining Hidden Practices Chapter 5: Ancestors and Artifacts Chapter 6: Putting Hidden Christianity on Display Chapter 7: Financial and Familial Shifts Chapter 8: Modernity and Movement Chapter 9: Religions in Transition - A Negotiation of Identity

Editorial Reviews

The strength of Hidden Christians in Japan is the sensitivity with which it engages contemporary ‘Hidden Christian’ beliefs and practices by tracing their spiritual antecedents, analyzing the consequences of their experience of modernity, and speculating respectfully on where those who still embrace these beliefs and practices may be headed.

Peter Nosco

An excellent book. For the first time the hidden Christians’ own voices can be heard. This study is essential reading for anyone interested in the topic.

Stephen Turnbull