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The Journal Orientis Aura: Macau Perspectives in Religious Studies is published by the Faculty of Religious Studies and Philosophy of the University of Saint Joseph in Macau. In 2006 the University, known at that time as Inter University Institute of Macau (IIUM), launched a Master Degree in Religious Studies and later, a Bachelor degree. It was the beginning of a complex process which result was the relaunching of the Catholic Theological Studies in Macau. Orientis Aura is an important milestone of this process that hopefully will be a major contribution to Macau towards the enhancement of the study and research within the field of Religious Studies.
Current IssueNo 7 (2022): Robert Morrison (Ahead of Print)
Published July 28, 2025
Issue Description
Editorial
The establishment of the Old Protestant Cemetery in Macao in 1821 marked a turning point in the history of religious coexistence in this former Portuguese colony. Before its creation, the burial of Protestants in Macao—a Catholic territory—was fraught with challenges. The Cemetery’s establishment not only resolved this issue but also became a powerful symbol of peaceful coexistence between Catholics and Protestants, reflecting an ecumenical spirit that resonates locally and globally. To commemorate the bicentennial anniversary of the Cemetery, this issue is dedicated to exploring Protestantism in Macao as a tribute to this harmonious relationship between Christian denominations in the Far East.
The journey to secure burial grounds for Prote... More