Chinese Church in Context: Voices from Downunder (Australian University of Theology Publications) - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 13: 9798385246755

Publisher: Wipf & Stock Publishers, 2025

Synopsis

Chinese Church in Context: Voices from Downunder offers an insightful exploration of the Chinese Christian experience in Australia. This compelling anthology features contributions from nine scholars who examine the intricate relationship between faith, culture, and identity within Chinese Australian churches. From historical overviews to contemporary challenges, the book addresses crucial topics such as contextualization, cultural conflicts, and the interaction between Christianity and Chinese traditions. Readers will discover invaluable insights into issues faced by Chinese churches in Australia, including the effects of ongoing immigration, the relevance of biblical narratives for Australian Chinese Christians, and the delicate balance between indigenization and syncretism. Each chapter provides a unique perspective, tackling subjects like the theology of conservative Evangelicals, the significance of politics in diasporic communities, and the implications of necromancy in biblical texts. With its diverse range of topics and expert contributors, this volume serves as an essential resource for scholars, pastors, and anyone interested in the dynamic landscape of Chinese Christianity in Australia today. Dive into this rich tapestry of voices and discover how faith is being redefined in a new cultural context.

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About the Authors

Grace Kwan Sik Tsoi is academic dean and lecturer of Old Testament at Chinese Theological College Australia at Sydney.



Philip P. Chia is lecturer of Old Testament at Chinese Theological College Australia at Sydney.

Edition details

• Publisher: Wipf & Stock Publishers
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798385246755
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 228
• Editor: Tsoi Grace Kwan Sik, Chia Philip P