Description
Book SynopsisFollowing its introduction to Korea in the late nineteenth century, Protestantism grew rapidly both in numbers of followers and in influence, and remained a dominating social and political force throughout the twentieth century. This book charts this stunning growth and examines the shifting political associations of Korean Protestantism.
Table of ContentsAcknowledgments
Introduction
Part 1. Protestantism in Korea: A Social History
1. The Growth of Protestantism: History and Meaning
2. The Theological Orientation of the Protestant Church: Its Formation and Transformation
3. The Korean Protestant Church as a Social Institution
Part 2. Protestant Christians and Politics
4. The Protestant Church and Early Nationalist Politics, 1880-1919
5. Protestant Christians and the Late Nationalist Movement, 1919-1945
6. The Protestant Church under Foreign Occupation, 1945-1948
7. Protestant Christians and South Korean Politics, 1948-1980s
Conclusion
Notes
Bibliography
Index
