UID:
almahu_9949701083402882
Format:
1 online resource (316 pages) :
,
illustrations.
ISBN:
9789004664616
Series Statement:
Religious Studies, Theology and Philosophy - Book Archive pre-2000 12
Content:
This volume focuses on the role Christian churches have played in Africa's democratisation movements since the late 1980s. In some cases churchmen have presided over national conferences; in many, Christians comprise arguably the most significant segment of civil society. In some countries pastoral letters have challenged dictators; in others, churches have provided an essential support for the status quo. The book comprises both theoretical analyses and case studies. The theoretical discussions include the history of Church-State relations; theology and democracy; Pentecostalism and democracy; the problems of consolidating democracy. The 13 case studies sketch the historical context, and then critically examine developments up till late 1993. The book will prove particularly useful to students of Third World Christianity, African historians and political scientists, and all interested in the socio-political role of Christianity.
Note:
Preliminary Material /
,
English
Additional Edition:
Print version: The Christian Churches and the Democratisation of Africa. Leiden ; Boston : Brill, 1995. ISBN 9789004103245
Language:
English
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