His writings reflect many of the arrogances and anxieties of mid-Victorian British imperialism and anglican evangelicalism

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So much for the silk in Judea, called shesh in Hebrew, whence haply that fine linen or silk is called sashes, worn at this day about the heads of eastern people.

The Railway Mission's regionally based chaplains perform the role of impartial 'friend' to anyone working on the railway, regardless of their faith.