After Ricci, who continued his missionary work in China?
Francis Xavier
Marco Polo
Adam Schall
Li Zhi
Answer
Adam Schall, a German Jesuit missionary, took over the propagation of Catholicism in China after Matteo Ricci. Educated in mathematics, astronomy, and cartography, Schall presented scientific and technological gifts to the Qing imperial court, winning favor and earning opportunities to discuss Christian teachings.
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