Christianity african

Publisher: William B. Erdmans (1966) ISBN: N/A Condition: Very good. Some light creasing to rear board. Some creasing and light chipping to spine. Previous owner's signature on half title page. Light foxing to a few pages, light foxing to edges of the textblock. Binding: Softcover Pages: 233 Dimensions: 20.2 x 13.5 x 1.4cm SKU: IZ1373 Weight: 0.35kg Price: R135.00 +++ by R. Pierce Beaver +++ Please see photo for synopsis of book.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days This book was inspired by a challenge from one of Douglas's students: "How could you, a black woman, possibly be a Christian?" Reflection on the historical sins of Christians, particularly the role of white Christians in countenancing the lynching of African Americans, led her to broader questions: What is it about Christianity that could lend itself to racism and its violent abuses? What is it about Christianity that has allowed it to be both a bane and a blessing for black people? Douglas examines the various "distortions" in early Christianity--particularly the influence of platonic dualism, with its denigration of the body, and the alliance with imperial power. She shows how this later helped support white racism, just as it later fed homophobia and other distortions in the black church. Nevertheless, she ends by sharing an inspiring account of her own Christian faith, and why she is still a Christian. Features Summary Reflects on the historical sins of Christians, particularly the role of white Christians in countenancing the lynching of African Americans. This exploration then leads the author to broader questions.. Author Kelly Brown Douglas Publisher Orbis Books (USA) Release date 20051102 Pages 224 ISBN 1-57075-609-0 ISBN 13 978-1-57075-609-2

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 4 - 8 working days In this vast and vivid panorama of history, Martin Meredith, bestselling author of The State of Africa, follows the fortunes of Africa over a period of 5,000 years. With compelling narrative, he traces the rise and fall of ancient kingdoms and empires; the spread of Christianity and Islam; the enduring quest for gold and other riches; the exploits of explorers and missionaries; and the impact of European colonisation. He examines, too, the fate of modern African states and concludes with a glimpse into their future. This is history on an epic scale. Features Summary Asweeping,provocative and very timely new history of Africa seen through the context of wealth Author Martin Meredith Publisher Simon & Schuster Release date 20150615 Pages 745 ISBN 1-4711-3545-4 ISBN 13 978-1-4711-3545-3