The history of Greenland : containing a description of the country, and its inhabitants : and particularly, a relation of the mission, carried on for above these thirty years by the Unitas Fratrum, at New Herrnhuth and Lichtenfels, in that country

A historical account of life in the Herrnhuth region of Greenland from 1740 to 1747, this book includes discussions on the success of a Christian mission in this area, and specifically deals with the struggles to build a local church. Other chapters include information on Christianity, the geographi...

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Main Author: Cranz,David;Gambold,John;
Format: Book
Language:unknown
Published: Printed for the Brethren's Society for the Furtherance of the Gospel among the Heathen and sold by J. Dodsley etc. 1767
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Online Access:http://collections.mun.ca/cdm/ref/collection/cbu_khattar/id/1228
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Summary:A historical account of life in the Herrnhuth region of Greenland from 1740 to 1747, this book includes discussions on the success of a Christian mission in this area, and specifically deals with the struggles to build a local church. Other chapters include information on Christianity, the geographical location of several towns in Greenland, and social practices of the locals.