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ANCIENT AND INDIGENOUS AFRICAN RELIGIONS
For millennia, Africa has been home to some of the world's most profound and diverse religious traditions, shaping societies, providing ethical frameworks, and offering deep spiritual wisdom. Yet, these indigenous faiths have often been misrepresented or marginalized. This book presents a comprehensive exploration of Africa's ancient and indigenous religious systems, revealing their richness, complexity, and enduring relevance in the modern world.
From the holistic cosmologies of the Dogon and Yoruba to the ancestral veneration of the Akan and Zulu, this work uncovers the philosophical foundations, spiritual practices, and community rituals that define African spirituality. It examines key themes such as conceptions of time, the interconnectedness of the visible and invisible worlds, and the role of divination, sacred sites, and initiation societies. Additionally, it explores the resilience of these traditions amidst colonialism, globalization, and the influences of Christianity and Islam.
Engaging and meticulously researched, Ancient and Indigenous African Religions offers a vital perspective on African spirituality-both as a historical legacy and as a living tradition that continues to shape cultures and identities today.
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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
ANCIENT AND INDIGENOUS AFRICAN RELIGIONS
For millennia, Africa has been home to some of the world's most profound and diverse religious traditions, shaping societies, providing ethical frameworks, and offering deep spiritual wisdom. Yet, these indigenous faiths have often been misrepresented or marginalized. This book presents a comprehensive exploration of Africa's ancient and indigenous religious systems, revealing their richness, complexity, and enduring relevance in the modern world.
From the holistic cosmologies of the Dogon and Yoruba to the ancestral veneration of the Akan and Zulu, this work uncovers the philosophical foundations, spiritual practices, and community rituals that define African spirituality. It examines key themes such as conceptions of time, the interconnectedness of the visible and invisible worlds, and the role of divination, sacred sites, and initiation societies. Additionally, it explores the resilience of these traditions amidst colonialism, globalization, and the influences of Christianity and Islam.
Engaging and meticulously researched, Ancient and Indigenous African Religions offers a vital perspective on African spirituality-both as a historical legacy and as a living tradition that continues to shape cultures and identities today.