Carta que o pe. mestre francisco screue de Japão a goa perque manda chamar o pe. Mestre gaspar e outros dous padres para o la ajudarem a 5 de Nouenbro de 1549.
This 16th-century letter, dated 5 November 1549, from Father M. Fr. de Japan to Fathers M. Gaspar and Balthazar Gago, outlines the instructions for their mission to Japan, emphasizing mutual submission and obedience. The letter highlights the religious motivations behind the priests' journey, aiming...
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| Format: | Manuscripts |
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1549-11-05
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| Subjects: |
Barzeo, Pe. M. Gaspar
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Christian faith
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Francis Xavier, Saint
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Gaspar
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Gaspar Soutros
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Gaspar de Cuya
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Goa
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Japan
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Japanese converts
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Japão
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Jesuit Missions
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Meaco
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Portuguese missionaries
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Socio-religious landscape
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São Paulo
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humility
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missionary activities
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organizational structure
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religious objectives
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Manuscripts
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| Online Access: | https://macau-legacy.usj.edu.mo/docs/WVNTE2FW/viewer_WVNTE2FW.html |
| Summary: | This 16th-century letter, dated 5 November 1549, from Father M. Fr. de Japan to Fathers M. Gaspar and Balthazar Gago, outlines the instructions for their mission to Japan, emphasizing mutual submission and obedience. The letter highlights the religious motivations behind the priests' journey, aiming to enhance their sanctity and devotion to their faith. It also details the roles of Corporal Gaspar, Balthazar Gago, and Don Carvalho, who will work under the guidance of Illustrious Gaspar de Cuya in Meaco. The document reflects the hierarchical structure and the spiritual goals of the Jesuit mission during the early stages of their activities in Japan. The letter concludes with the sender's signature and a partially illegible seal, indicating official endorsement. This transcription provides valuable insights into the organizational structure and religious objectives of the Jesuit mission in Japan during the late 16th century. Entry number 61 in catalogue "Jesuítas na Ásia" |
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