Clear Sunshine of the Gospel Upon the Indians in New England - Thomas Shepard - Bog

""Clear Sunshine of the Gospel Upon the Indians in New England"" is a book written by Thomas Shepard that provides a detailed account of the early efforts of Christian missionaries to convert the Native American tribes in New England to Christianity. The book covers the period from the arrival of the first English settlers in the region in the early 17th century to the mid-17th century, when the Puritans established their dominance over the region. Shepard, who was himself a Puritan minister, provides a firsthand account of the challenges and successes of the missionaries in their efforts to evangelize the Native Americans. He also describes the cultural and religious differences between the two groups and the ways in which the missionaries attempted to bridge these differences. The book is an important historical document that sheds light on the early interactions between the English settlers and the Native Americans in New England, and provides valuable insights into the early history of Christianity in America.1648. This book is a historical narration of God's wonderful workings upon sundry of the Indians, both chief governors and common people, in bringing them to a willing and desired submission to the ordinances of the gospel; and framing their hearts to an earnest inquiry after the knowledge of God the Father, and of Jesus Christ, the Savior of the World. Written in Old English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.