Chinese Diamonds For The King Of Kings

Chinese Diamonds for the King of Kings

by Rosalind Goforth

'Chinese Diamonds for the King of Kings' is a work by Rosalind Goforth detailing her experiences as a missionary in China during the 19th century. The book offers a glimpse into Chinese culture and the challenges of missionary work, highlighting the clash between Christian and non-Christian belief systems. Goforth uses the metaphor of 'diamonds' to symbolize the potential she sees in the Chinese people, waiting to be refined by the 'King of Kings' - a reference to God. However, the book also contains passages that reflect the social and moral biases of the time, with Goforth expressing views on 'heathen' practices that may be considered offensive by modern readers.

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