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This book uses historical time as a clue to examine the background, sect distribution, theological thoughts and social services of Jiangsu Christianity (Protestantism) in different periods. At the same time, it also discusses historical figures who have an important influence on the development of Christianity in Jiangsu and even the whole country. For the study of the history of Christianity in Jiangsu, on the one hand, it is necessary to grasp the ins and outs, gains and losses of Christianity in Jiangsu from a vertical perspective, and on the other hand, it is necessary to understand the complex relationship between Jiangsu Christianity and local society and culture from a horizontal perspective.

The so-called "Eight Scenes" is a customary saying in ancient my country and a historical manifestation of humanistic culture. It refers to a kind of scenery. Later, various places also called their own scenic spots as the Eight Scenic Spots, such as the Eight Scenic Spots of Qingdao, the Eight Scenic Spots of Yanjing, etc. There are also many people who make up the theory of the Eight Views. Some people regard this phenomenon as arty and whitewashing in the face of social crisis, but it can always be said to be a historical and cultural phenomenon with local characteristics.