Who began work with the Inca Indians in 1909?

Ferdinand A. Stahl began work with the Inca Indians in 1909, marking a significant moment in the history of missionary work within the Seventh-day Adventist Church. His efforts focused on evangelism among the indigenous populations of South America, specifically in Peru, where he sought to spread the Gospel and develop a more robust understanding of Christian teachings among the Inca communities. This endeavor was part of a broader movement during that period where the Church expanded its missionary efforts into regions that had previously been less reached by Protestant denominations. Stahl's approach was characterized by cultural sensitivity and an emphasis on adapting the message to meet the unique context of the Inca people, contributing to the growth of the church in that region.

The other individuals mentioned were notable figures in the history of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, but their work did not specifically focus on engaging with the Inca Indians in the same period or context as Stahl. Hiram Edson played a pivotal role in the development of Adventist theology, Joseph Bates was an early leader in the movement, and James White was a co-founder of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Each of their contributions was significant, yet they did not start work with the Inca Indians in 1909 as Stahl