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Samuel Marinus Zwemer (April 12, 1867 – April 2, 1952), nicknamed The Apostle to Islam, was an American missionary, traveler, and scholar. He was born at Vriesland, Michigan.
Samuel Zwemer was a man of deep religious piety. Of the many books he wrote, he regarded as his favorites those that in their titles praised the Lord: The Glory of the Incarnation, The Glory of the Cross, and The Glory of the Empty Tomb.
Zwemer, Samuel Marinus (1867-1952) Apostle to Islam. One of the most celebrated Protestant missionaries of the twentieth century, Zwemer made his home in Arabia and Egypt for most of 38 years (1890-1929).
Samuel Zwemer’s written prayer for the Muslim world is the best example of the theology that grounded his approach: We pray for Thy two hundred million prodigal children in Moslem lands who are still afar off, that they may be brought nigh by the blood of Christ.
Jan 1, 2024 · Samuel Marinus Zwemer was referred to during his lifetime as “the modern apostle to the Moslem World” 1 as well as “the American apostle to Moslems,” 2 and posthumously dubbed “the Apostle to Islam,” by the respected, Christian historian, Kenneth Scott Latourette.
Apr 30, 2019 · Samuel Zwemer contributed more to mission work among Muslims in the Middle East and North Africa than perhaps any other individual in history. He was a faithful missionary, a fervent mobilizer, and a foundational theologian for Christian mission efforts among Muslim peoples.
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The Legacy of Samuel Zwemer The challenge Samuel Zwemer sounded in his time must be heard again today. For today the number of lost Muslims is much greater than it was when Zwemer dedicated his life for their salvation. However, then as now the laborers are still pitiable few.
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