Jesuit China Mission

The Jesuit China Mission was a religious effort by the Jesuits, a Catholic religious order, to spread Christianity in China from the 16th to 18th centuries. Jesuits aimed to adapt Christian teachings to Chinese culture, engaging in diplomacy, science, and education to foster understanding. Their work included translating texts and establishing schools, which helped both religious and scientific exchange. While they succeeded in introducing Christianity and Western knowledge to some Chinese elites, their relationship with Chinese authorities was complex, leading to periods of acceptance and conflict. The mission significantly impacted cultural exchange and the history of intercultural relations between China and the West.