jan 1, 1587 - 1587—Christian Persecution Begins
Description:
Because he valued trade with European merchants, Hideyoshi initially welcomed the Christian missionaries. By 1587, he had become worried that Christianity's growing influence would threaten his control of Japan. He therefore issued an edict outlawing Christianity and expelling the missionaries. However, the edict was ineffective and Franciscans continued to enter the country. The Jesuits remained active in Western Japan.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1587
Now
~ 438 years ago