The Jesuits and the Ming-Qing Transition: How Did Boym and Martini Find Themselves on Opposite Sides? | Synapse
December 1, 2011
The Jesuits and the Ming-Qing Transition: How Did Boym and Martini Find Themselves on Opposite Sides?
Key Points
This research examines the contrasting positions of Jesuit missionaries Boym and Martini during the Ming-Qing transition.
Historical analysis of Jesuit writings and letters
Comparative examination of Boym's and Martini's missions
Contextual review of the Ming-Qing transition period
Boym advocated for cultural integration with Chinese society, while Martini favored strict adherence to Catholic doctrine.
The research highlights differing strategies that led to significant religious and cultural impacts in Jesuit missions.
Martini's approach resulted in heightened tension with Qing authorities compared to Boym's integrative efforts.
Abstract
(2011). THE JESUITS AND THE MING-QING TRANSITION: HOW DID BOYM AND MARTINI FIND THEMSELVES ON OPPOSITE SIDES? Monumenta Serica: Vol. 59, No. 1, pp. 243-258.