“I love to live on the brink of eternity.”
Quote by David Brainerd
Work
The Life of the Rev. David Brainerd ... A New Edition, Carefully Revised and Corrected. [With Brainerd's Journal.]
This edition presents the life story of David Brainerd, an 18th-century missionary known for his work among Native American communities. The volume has been carefully revised and corrected, and it incorporates Brainerd's own journal, offering a firsthand account of his experiences and spiritual reflections. more
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David Brainerd
David Brainerd was a prominent missionary born on April 20, 1718, and died on October 9, 1747. He dedicated his life to the spread of Christianity, particularly in North America. Brainerd is known for his missionary work among Native Americans and his profound religious experiences. more
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