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James Gilmour of Mongolia: His Diaries, Letters and Reports

Comprising a collection of James Gilmour's writings, this book offers a unique perspective on life and exploration in Mongolia during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The diaries, letters, and reports provide insights into the daily life, cultural observations, and challenges faced by Gilmour during his time in the region. more

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James Gilmour
James Gilmour

James Gilmour, born on June 12, 1843, was a Scottish missionary who dedicated his life to spreading Christianity in China. His work had a profound impact on Chinese culture during the late 19th century. more

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“This command seems to me to be strictly a missionary injunction, and, as far as I can see, those to whom it was first delivered regarded it in that light, so that, apart altogether from choice and other lower reasons, my going forth is a matter of obedience to a plain command; and in place of seeking to assign a reason for going abroad, I would prefer to say that I have failed to discover any reason why I should stay at home.”

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“The ten days we passed there [at Ta Chêng Tzu], we were the song of the drunkard and the jest of the abjects; but the peace of God passes all understanding, and that kept my heart and mind. We put a calm front on, put out our stand daily, and carried ourselves as if nothing had happened. The great thought of my mind in these days, - and the great object of my life, - is to be like Christ. As He was in the world, so we are to be. He was in the world to manifest God; we are in the world to manifest Christ.”

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“Lord, enable us to search our hearts and humble ourselves before Thee. Oh, for a closer walk with God, more faith, more sincerity, more earnestness, and more love. I must study more the Word of God. 'If ye abide in Me, and My words abide in you, ask whatsoever ye will, and it shall be done unto you.' The Master said so, and His words are true.”

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