Chapter III · SYRIA.—1823-1828.
Reading edition
Origin of the Mission to Syria.—Beirut.—Studies of the Missionaries.—Native Helpers.—Papal Opposition.—Hopeful View. —Education.—First Acquaintance with Asaad Shidiak.—Greek Invasion.—Providential Interposition.—Pious Natives.—Dionysius at Jerusalem.—A Prayer-meeting.—The Mission Church.—Works in the Native Languages.—Persecution of Mr. Bird.—Apprehension of War. —Suspension of the Mission.—Parting Scene.