Religions in Contemporary Africa : an introduction /
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...
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New York, NY :
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c2019.
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Table of Contents:
- Introduction: Why and how this book helps you understand religions in Africa
- Major religions in Africa
- African indigenous religions
- Christianity in Africa
- Islam in Africa
- Neo-traditional religious movements in Africa
- Pentecostal-charismatic movements in Africa
- Islamic reform movements in Africa
- Topical issues of religions in Africa
- Religion, witchcraft and modernity in Africa
- Religion, power and politics in Africa
- Religion, conflict and peace in Africa
- Religion and development in Africa
- Religion and human rights in Africa
- Religion, illness and health in Africa
- Religion and gender in Africa
- Religion and sexuality in Africa
- Religion, media and popular culture in Africa.