Translating the bible into Chinese. An engraving published circa 1853, depicts Reverend Robert Morrison of the London Missionary Society translating the Bible into Chinese with the aid of two Chinese assistants. The print is based upon an original painting by English artist George Chinnery (1774-1852). Canton (Guangzhou), Qing Dynasty (People's Republic of China), circa 1818. Guangzhou, Guangdong, China, People's Republic of, Eastern Asia, Asia.
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Translating the bible into Chinese. An engraving published circa 1853, depicts Reverend Robert Morrison of the London Missionary Society translating the Bible into Chinese with the aid of two Chinese assistants. The print is based upon an original painting by English artist George Chinnery (1774-1852). Canton (Guangzhou), Qing Dynasty (People's Republic of China), circa 1818. Guangzhou, Guangdong, China, People's Republic of, Eastern Asia, Asia.

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Publication Book Writing implement Document Furniture Desk People Male Writing Art culture and sport Writing literature and journalism Dress and adornment Men's Religion Christianity Race and ethnicity Race relations Religion Missionaries Personalities Religious and spiritual Guangzhou Guangdong China People's Republic of Eastern Asia Asia

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