“THE FAITHS IN THE WORLD”. A dictionary of all religions and their religious sects. by The Rev. James Gardner. This 19th-century engraving presents a dramatic interior scene featuring a Japanese preacher addressing a large, attentive audience. Elevated on a platform and framed by intricate architectural details and traditional ornamentation, the preacher gestures passionately. The listeners—seated in orderly rows—reflect the reverence and solemnity of the occasion. Figures at the periphery, including elegantly dressed individuals and curious onlookers, add to the cultural richness of the composition. Published by A. Fullarton & Co., London & Edinburgh, the engraving reflects Western interpretations of East Asian spiritual life during the period of global curiosity and exploration.

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