Lin, Yaoxi David , 1917-2011
Person
Dates
- Existence: February 14, 1917 - February 10, 2011
Yaoxi David Lin (born 1917), a son of a Chinese diplomat of the former Qing dynasty, was a leading administrator of the Seventh-day Adventist church in the People’s Republic of China for over 50 years (1946-present). Lin was a China Division officer at the time of the Communist take over in 1949. He served a number of years in prison for his faith.
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
David Lin Papers
Collection
Identifier: Collection 246
Content Description
This collection contains David Lin’s writings and a few letters. It also includes unpublished articles regarding traditional Adventist interpretations on biblical passages and pre-baptismal Bible study materials. There are also writings by Lin about Adventism in China and other places from his personal perspective.David Lin’s theology and attitudes have shaped at least three generations of Adventist Church members in China since the Chinese Communist Party took over the government...
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David Lin Papers
Accession
Identifier: Collection 246