Chapter XI · THE NESTORIANS.—1833-1836.
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Commencement of the Mission.—Instructions to the Missionary.—Rise of the Nestorians.—Their Missions.—Destroyed by the Mohammedans. —The Overland Journey of Mr. and Mrs. Perkins.—Hardships endured in Russia.—Kindness of the British Embassy in Persia.—Remarkable Escape.—Friends in Need.—The Field to be Occupied.—Preliminary Measures.—Additional Laborers.—The Province of Oroomiah.—Dr. Grant's Medical Practice.—Recollections of Dr. Grant.—When a Missionary Physician is most valuable.—A Nestorian Wedding. —Reducing the Language to Writing.—Rise of the Seminary for Males.—School for Moslem Youths.—Sickness in the Mission.