Reclaiming the Lost Archive of San Agustin Library

Fray Álvaro de Benavente discusses his arrival to Macao. He mentions concerns about the potential imprisonment of the friars, particularly in relation to a new captain-general. Fray Álvaro describes efforts to negotiate the release of captured religious figures and expresses his worries about being detained or sent to Goa. He highlights the challenges faced by missionaries due to the restrictions from the Portuguese Jesuits who are against other religious presence in China. He offers updates on the local situation and prices of commodities while asking for prayers and support. 1690. This text is in the volume with the title "PERTENECE AL/Aparador fuera de la Pared/Cajón/Númber 4/ITALONES Y CHINA/Legajos 1. /2./ 3./ 4./ 5. The volume was compiled by Pedro Orense.