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Book Synopsis The Spiritual Beliefs of the Shona by : Michael Gelfand
Download or read book The Spiritual Beliefs of the Shona written by Michael Gelfand and published by . This book was released on 1977 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
"Western neglecting traditional religion is an important factor for the failure of many developmental strategies towards Africa. Therefore, religion(s) of the indigenous peoples must be given the neccesary attention. The book presents the example of the Shona religion playing a critical role in the life of the Zimbabweans. If incorporated, it will contribute to the better success of development initiatives." --back cover
Book Synopsis Abundant Life and Basic Needs by : Nyoni, Bednicho
Download or read book Abundant Life and Basic Needs written by Nyoni, Bednicho and published by University of Bamberg Press. This book was released on 2019 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Western neglecting traditional religion is an important factor for the failure of many developmental strategies towards Africa. Therefore, religion(s) of the indigenous peoples must be given the neccesary attention. The book presents the example of the Shona religion playing a critical role in the life of the Zimbabweans. If incorporated, it will contribute to the better success of development initiatives." --back cover
This book is about Shona cosmology. The author suggests that for the full impact of Christianity to be enjoyed by African peoples, there must be a confrontation between Christianity and the fundamental features of traditional cosmologies. The first five chapters of the book undertake to expose power as the root concept of the traditional religion of the Shona in Zimbabwe. The various spirits, upon whose actions the Shona believe that their life and well-being depend, are seen as symbolic representations, or conceptualizations, of those manifestations of 'power' which are looming large in their daily lives. In the rest of the book the author shows that this traditional conceptualization of spirits plays a central role also in the Shona 'Churches of the Spirit', which form an important branch among Independent Churches in Zimbabwe.
Book Synopsis Spirits and Power by : Hubert Bucher
Download or read book Spirits and Power written by Hubert Bucher and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 1980 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is about Shona cosmology. The author suggests that for the full impact of Christianity to be enjoyed by African peoples, there must be a confrontation between Christianity and the fundamental features of traditional cosmologies. The first five chapters of the book undertake to expose power as the root concept of the traditional religion of the Shona in Zimbabwe. The various spirits, upon whose actions the Shona believe that their life and well-being depend, are seen as symbolic representations, or conceptualizations, of those manifestations of 'power' which are looming large in their daily lives. In the rest of the book the author shows that this traditional conceptualization of spirits plays a central role also in the Shona 'Churches of the Spirit', which form an important branch among Independent Churches in Zimbabwe.
Book Synopsis Christianity and the Shona by : Marshall W. Murphree
Download or read book Christianity and the Shona written by Marshall W. Murphree and published by . This book was released on 1969 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Death and After-life Rituals in the Eyes of the Shona by : Canisius Mwandayi
Download or read book Death and After-life Rituals in the Eyes of the Shona written by Canisius Mwandayi and published by University of Bamberg Press. This book was released on 2011 with total page 380 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Tabona Shoko contends that religion and healing are intricately intertwined in African religions. This book on the religion of the Karanga people of Zimbabwe sheds light on important methodological issues relevant to research in the study of African religions. Analysing the traditional Karanga views of the causes of illness and disease, mechanisms of diagnosis at their disposal and the methods they use to restore health, Shoko discusses the views of a specific African Independent Church of the Apostolic tradition. The conclusion Shoko reaches about the central religious concerns of the Karanga people is derived from detailed field research consisting of interviews and participant observation. This book testifies that the centrality of health and well-being is not only confined to traditional religion but reflects its adaptive potential in new religious systems manifest in the phenomenon of Independent Churches. Rather than succumbing to the folly of static generalizations, Tabona Shoko offers important insights into a particular society upon which theories can be reassessed, adding new dimensions to modern features of the religious scene in Africa.
Book Synopsis Karanga Indigenous Religion in Zimbabwe by : Tabona Shoko
Download or read book Karanga Indigenous Religion in Zimbabwe written by Tabona Shoko and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-04-22 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tabona Shoko contends that religion and healing are intricately intertwined in African religions. This book on the religion of the Karanga people of Zimbabwe sheds light on important methodological issues relevant to research in the study of African religions. Analysing the traditional Karanga views of the causes of illness and disease, mechanisms of diagnosis at their disposal and the methods they use to restore health, Shoko discusses the views of a specific African Independent Church of the Apostolic tradition. The conclusion Shoko reaches about the central religious concerns of the Karanga people is derived from detailed field research consisting of interviews and participant observation. This book testifies that the centrality of health and well-being is not only confined to traditional religion but reflects its adaptive potential in new religious systems manifest in the phenomenon of Independent Churches. Rather than succumbing to the folly of static generalizations, Tabona Shoko offers important insights into a particular society upon which theories can be reassessed, adding new dimensions to modern features of the religious scene in Africa.
Book Synopsis The Shona Peoples by : M. F. C. Bourdillon
Download or read book The Shona Peoples written by M. F. C. Bourdillon and published by . This book was released on 1976 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
This book concerns the spirits and spirit mediums of Zimbabwe: what they are; their organizational structures and functions in religion and traditional medicine; training related to traditional medicine; medium gender balances and views of n'angas and herbalists. The book defines "Divine Angels," Vadzimu, and Mashave and their roles in efficacies of traditional medicines. The relationships between spirits and their mediums, misconceptions, the phenomenon of spirit possession, bira and chenura ceremonies, matters of doctrine: judgement and life after death; relationships between spirits, spirits and people; differences between spirituality and magic; interactions between God and people; life styles of Angelic spirit mediums and their involvement in people's gatherings; non-involvement of Shona Religion in evangelism are spelt out. Shona religious values and prophecies of spirit mediums which have influenced life in Zimbabwe are documented. Final discussion is on marriage and its role in shaping community values.
Book Synopsis Shona Religion of Zimbabwe by : Takawira Kazembe
Download or read book Shona Religion of Zimbabwe written by Takawira Kazembe and published by LAP Lambert Academic Publishing. This book was released on 2012-04 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book concerns the spirits and spirit mediums of Zimbabwe: what they are; their organizational structures and functions in religion and traditional medicine; training related to traditional medicine; medium gender balances and views of n'angas and herbalists. The book defines "Divine Angels," Vadzimu, and Mashave and their roles in efficacies of traditional medicines. The relationships between spirits and their mediums, misconceptions, the phenomenon of spirit possession, bira and chenura ceremonies, matters of doctrine: judgement and life after death; relationships between spirits, spirits and people; differences between spirituality and magic; interactions between God and people; life styles of Angelic spirit mediums and their involvement in people's gatherings; non-involvement of Shona Religion in evangelism are spelt out. Shona religious values and prophecies of spirit mediums which have influenced life in Zimbabwe are documented. Final discussion is on marriage and its role in shaping community values.
Study of the religion of the Shona with special reference to the Makorekore section of Rhodesia.
Book Synopsis Shona Religion by : Michael Gelfand
Download or read book Shona Religion written by Michael Gelfand and published by . This book was released on 1962 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Study of the religion of the Shona with special reference to the Makorekore section of Rhodesia.
Download or read book Shona Religion written by M. Gelfand and published by . This book was released on with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: