Introduction To African Religion

Author : John S. Mbiti
Publisher : Waveland Press
Page : 215 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2015-01-14
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781478628927

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Introduction to African Religion by John S. Mbiti Pdf

In his widely acclaimed survey, John Mbiti sheds light on the survival and prosperity of African Religion in different historical, geographical, sociological, cultural, and physical environments. He presents a constellation of African worldviews, beliefs in God, use of symbols, valued traditions, and practices that have taken root with African peoples throughout the vast continent. Mbiti’s accessible writing style sympathetically portrays how African Religion manifests itself in ritual, festival, healing, the human life cycle, and interplay with the mystical and invisible world. The account embraces foundational traditions, while touching on elements that spawn transitions, including migration, the spread of Christianity and Islam, political-economic development, and modern communication. This popular introduction leaves readers with informed knowledge of the riches of African heritage.

Author : John S. Mbiti
Publisher : Heinemann
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : History
ISBN : 0435940023

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Introduction to African Religion by John S. Mbiti Pdf

These traditional reads are brimming with spirited characters and positive values--but with a little extra excitement and bite, so hold on to your hats! Written expressly for the middle grade struggling reader, the series does not contain strong language, edgy themes, or dysfunctional families. In fact, family is the main theme of these titles. And one particular Latino family is the focus with their uncanny knack for finding humor, hope, and colorful personalities--even in unusual circumstances. Written at the lowest reading levels, the 50-page story structure is straightforward and moves the reader through the text quickly and efficiently. They were trapped. Then Ana remembered the old stone church. It was nearby. She knew the old building was the safest place for her family. It could withstand the high winds and rising water.

Author : John S. Mbiti
Publisher : Heinemann
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0435895915

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African Religions & Philosophy by John S. Mbiti Pdf

"African Religions and Philosophy" is a systematic study of the attitudes of mind and belief that have evolved in the many societies of Africa. In this second edition, Dr Mbiti has updated his material to include the involvement of women in religion, and the potential unity to be found in what was once thought to be a mass of quite separate religions. Mbiti adds a new dimension to the understanding of the history, thinking, and life throughout the African continent. Religion is approached from an African point of view but is as accessible to readers who belong to non-African societies as it is to those who have grown up in African nations. Since its first publication, this book has become acknowledged as the standard work in the field of study, and it is essential reading for anyone concerned with African religion, history, philosophy, anthropology or general African studies.

Author : Jacob K. Olupona
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : History
ISBN : 9780199790586

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African Religions by Jacob K. Olupona Pdf

This book connects traditional religions to the thriving religious activity in Africa today.

Author : Molefi Kete Asante,Ama Mazama
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 473 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781412936361

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Encyclopedia of African Religion by Molefi Kete Asante,Ama Mazama Pdf

Collects almost five hundred entries that cover the African response to spirituality, taboos, ethics, sacred space, and objects.

Author : Molefi Kete Asante,Emeka Nwadiora
Publisher : University Press of America
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0761835741

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Spear Masters by Molefi Kete Asante,Emeka Nwadiora Pdf

Spear Masters contends that in Africa there exists only one religion with a vast array of "denominations." African religion is expressed in a different way by each of the denominations, which creates confusion for those who believe that there are more than one African religion. Spear Masters presents information about some of the larger and most significant expressions of the sole African religion, so that the reader will understand the relationship between God the creator and the notions of the relationship with the family and community. The term "spear master" relates to the integrity and ethics that had to accompany the maker and user of the spear in ancient African societies. The essence of religion presented in Spear Masters is the deification of one's society and nation, and making sacred the traditions and rituals of the ordinary lives of the people.

Author : John Samuel Mbiti
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 1978
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:641855937

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Introduction to African religion by John Samuel Mbiti Pdf

Author : Douglas E. Thomas
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 291 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2015-05-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781476620190

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African Traditional Religion in the Modern World, 2d ed. by Douglas E. Thomas Pdf

African traditional religion encompasses a variety of non-dogmatic, spiritual practices followed by millions around the world. Some scholars argue it is related to the Nubian religion of Egypt's Dynastic Period. In an expanded second edition, this book examines the nature of African traditional religion and describes common attributes of various cultural belief systems, with an emphasis on West Africa. Principal elements studied include sacrifice, salvation and culture, modes of revelation, divination, and African resilience in the face of invasion and colonization. The religious experiences of black people throughout the Americas are also covered. The author finds the cosmology, symbolism and rituals of the Yoruba culture to be the fundamental bases of African traditional religion, and draws similarities between the oral and written literature of West Africans and that of New World practitioners. The influence of Islam and Christianity is also discussed. Instructors considering this book for use in a course may request an examination copy here.

Author : Laura S. Grillo,Adriaan van Klinken,Hassan J. Ndzovu
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2019-03-28
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781351260701

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Religions in Contemporary Africa by Laura S. Grillo,Adriaan van Klinken,Hassan J. Ndzovu Pdf

Religions in Contemporary Africa is an accessible and comprehensive introduction to the three main religious traditions on the African continent, African indigenous religions, Christianity and Islam. The book provides a historical overview of these important traditions and focuses on the roles they play in African societies today. It includes social, cultural and political case studies from across the continent on the following topical issues: Witchcraft and modernity Power and politics Conflict and peace Media and popular culture Development Human rights Illness and health Gender and sexuality With suggestions for further reading, discussion questions, illustrations and a list of glossary terms this is the ideal textbook for students in religion, African studies and adjacent fields approaching this subject area for the first time.

Author : Elia Shabani Mligo
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 111 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2013-08-02
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781621898245

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Elements of African Traditional Religion by Elia Shabani Mligo Pdf

African Traditional religion (ATR) is one of the world religions with a great people and a great past. It is embraced by Africans within and outside the continent despite the various ethnic religious practices and beliefs. This book highlights and discusses the common elements which introduce African Traditional Religion as one unified religion and not a collection of religions. The major focus of the book is discussing the need for studying ATR in twenty-first-century Africa whereby globalization and multi-culture are prominent phenomena. Why should we study the religion of indigenous Africans in this age? In response to this question, the book argues that since ATR is part of the African people's culture, there is a need to understand this cultural background in order to contextualize Christian theology. Using some illustrations from Nyumbanitu worship shrine located at Njombe in Tanzania, the book purports that there is a need to understand African people's worldview, their understanding of God, their religious values, symbols and rituals in order to enhance meaningful dialogue between Christianity and African people's current worldview. In this case, the book is important for students of comparative religion in universities and colleges who strive to understand the various religions and their practices.

Author : Aloysius Muzzanganda Lugira
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 145 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Africa
ISBN : 9781438120478

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African Traditional Religion by Aloysius Muzzanganda Lugira Pdf

Explores the many manifestations of African religious belief and their expressions, in the past and in the present, as well as the hopes for the future.

Author : Eddie S. Glaude (Jr.)
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780195182897

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African American Religion by Eddie S. Glaude (Jr.) Pdf

"African American Religion offers a provocative historical and philosophical treatment of the religious life of African Americans. Glaude argues that the phrase "African American religion" is meaningful only insofar as it singles out the distinctive waysreligion has been leveraged by African Americans to respond to different racial regimes in the United States. That bold claim frames how he reads the historical record. Slavery, Jim Crow, and current appeals to color blindness serve as a backdrop for histreatment of conjure, African American Christianity and Islam"--

Author : E. Bọlaji Idowu
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1973
Category : Religion
ISBN : UOM:39015001395857

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African Traditional Religion by E. Bọlaji Idowu Pdf

Author : Terence O. Ranger,T. O. Ranger,Isaria N. Kimambo
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0520031792

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The Historical Study of African Religion by Terence O. Ranger,T. O. Ranger,Isaria N. Kimambo Pdf

Author : Laurenti Magesa
Publisher : Orbis Books
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2014-07-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781608332083

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African Religion by Laurenti Magesa Pdf