to enrich the lives of others
and to present the eloquent message of Christianity.
Some missionaries worked in the medical field
as doctors, surgeons, nurses and dentists.
Agriculture specialists helped the farmers
elevate their crop performance
to provide better nutrition for the people.
Finally there were teachers
who ran the mission schools.
All had to be very versatile at their work.
These people proved to be an inspiration
for others to follow in their footsteps.
Earnings from all these areas
would go back into further mission work
to fulfill their mandate.
In retrospect, my fascination with this historical era
may have been kindled in childhood.
While visiting my grandparents home
every Thanksgiving, I was allowed to examine
the fascinating ornaments from the Orient.
There were delicate elephant sculptures
carved from ivory, lacy sandalwood fans
and an imposing brass Buddha.
Best of all, I was allowed
to don an exquisite silk embroidered jacket
and play with a blue and tan parasol
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