The Charismatic Movement in Taiwan from 1945 to 1995

This book presents a comprehensive account of the historical development of the Charismatic Movement in Taiwan, placing it within the context of Taiwan's religious and political history. Judith C. P. Lin unearths invaluable sources of the Japan Apostolic Mission, the Full Gospel Business Men's Fellowship International Formosa Chapter, and Jean Stone Willans' short stay in Taiwan in 1968. Lin describes and analyzes how the efforts of 1970s charismatic missionaries in Taiwanincluding Pearl Young, Nicholas Krushnisky, Donald Dale, Allen J. Swanson, and Ross Patersonshaped the theological convictions of later Taiwanese charismatic leaders. She also explores significant developments in the Taiwanese Church which contributed to the gradual and widespread recognition of the Charismatic Movement in Taiwan from 1980 to 1995. Lin offers a thorough treatment of history, reconfigures historiography from a Taiwanese perspective, and challenges the academic circle to take seriously the Taiwanese consciousness when engaging Taiwan's history.

Presents a picture of the historical development of the Charismatic Movement in Taiwan in the twentieth century. Reconfigures historiography from a Taiwanese perspective Challenges the academic circle to take seriously the Taiwanese consciousness when engaging Taiwan's history.

Autorentext
Judith C. P. Lin received her Ph.D. from Fuller Theological Seminary in 2019. She is an independent research consultant for the Association of Theological Schools in the 2019-2020 academic year.

Inhalt

1. Introduction.- 2. Protestant Christianity in Twentieth-Century Taiwan, with a Focus on the Evangelical Force from 1945 to 1990.- 3. A Brief Historical Overview of the Pentecostal-Charismatic Activities in Taiwan, 1900-1970.- 4. The Surprising Work of God, 19701979.- 5. The Loosing of the Holy Spirit: The Charismatic Movement Takes Off, 19791995.- 6. Candid Discussion Regarding the Charismatic Movement from 1970 to 1995: More than a Battle of Words.-7. The Distinctive Features of the Charismatic Movement in Taiwan, 19701995.- 8. Conclusion.