John Nicol Farquhar (1861-1929) was a Scottish missionary and scholar whose work left an indelible mark on the study of religion and intercultural dialogue. Born in Aberdeen, Farquhar was deeply influenced by the intellectual currents of his time, particularly the growing interest in comparative religion and the burgeoning field of Indology. He pursued his education at the University of Aberdeen and later at the University of Oxford, where he honed his skills in theology and philosophy.
