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John Gibson Paton

    May 24, 1824 – January 28, 1907

    John Gibson Paton was a Protestant missionary who served in the New Hebrides Islands of the South Pacific. Through his efforts, he introduced education and Christianity to the native peoples, profoundly influencing their culture and society. His work focused on spreading his faith while simultaneously fostering community development through educational initiatives.

    John Paton
    Missionar unter Südseekannibalen
    John G. Paton, Missionary To The New Hebrides An Autobiography First Part
    The Story of John G. Paton
    • The Story of John G. Paton

      • 274 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      John G. Paton's autobiography offers a firsthand glimpse into his life as a Scottish Congregationalist missionary in the South Pacific. It details his significant contributions to the Christian missionary movement, highlighting the challenges and triumphs he faced during his journey. Through personal anecdotes, Paton shares his deep faith and commitment to spreading Christianity, making this work a vital account of missionary experiences in the 19th century.

      The Story of John G. Paton
    • Chronicling his experiences as a Christian missionary in the South Pacific, this memoir offers a deep exploration of John G. Paton's spiritual journey and the challenges encountered while evangelizing in the New Hebrides. Set against colonialism's backdrop, it delves into the complexities of religious conversion and humanitarian efforts within diverse cultures. Paton's vivid storytelling captures the struggles and triumphs of his mission, highlighting the resilience of faith and the transformative impact of compassion in the face of adversity.

      John G. Paton, Missionary To The New Hebrides An Autobiography First Part
    • Bedrohung durch Kannibalen! Dieser missionarischen Ausnahmesituation stellte sich der Schotte John Paton (1824–1907), als er auf den Neuen Hebriden im Pazifik mit der Weitergabe des Evangeliums begann, nachdem er in seinem armen, aber gottesfürchtigen Elternhaus entscheidend geprägt worden war. Jahrelang in akuter Gefahr stehend, musste er die erste Missionsstation auf Tanna unter dramatischen Umständen verlassen. Sein neues Wirkungsfeld fand er auf Aniwa. Paton war zu seiner Zeit bekannt als »der Mann mit dem einen Gedanken« – das Evangelium für die nicht missionierten Völker der Südsee! Seine Glaubenserfahrungen und seine Missionsperspektive sind auch heute noch aktuell. Diese außergewöhnlich beeindruckende Autobiografie gehört zu den Klassikern in der Missionsliteratur.

      Missionar unter Südseekannibalen