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    Afro-Caribbean Religions
    An Introduction to Their Historical, Cultural, and Sacred Traditions

    Nathaniel Samuel Murrell (Author)

    9781439900413

    Paperback / softback, published 21 November 2009

    432 pages
    22.9 x 15.2 x 3 cm, 0.567 kg

    “Afro-Caribbean Religions is an excellent book-richly informative, well researched and organized. Murrell explains complex religions in accessible language, and successfully informs the reader about the contents and histories of the religions that are so respectfully presented here. It is truly an enjoyable read, and one learns new things on virtually every page. I would expect Afro-Caribbean Religions to receive an enthusiastic reception among students and professors alike for many years to come.”-Dr. Terry Rey, Associate Professor and Chair of Religion at Temple University

    A comprehensive introduction to the Caribbean's African-based religions

    Acknowledgments 
    Introduction

    PART I: African Connections: Historical Roots Of Afro- Caribbean Religions 
    1. Yoruba, Fon- Ewe, Ashanti, and Kongo Cultural History 
    2. African Cultus and Functionaries

    PART II: Vodou: Haitian Religion 
    3. Vodou and the Haitians’ Struggle 
    4. Serving the Lwa

    PART III: Santeria And Palo Monte: Cuban Religion Of The Orisha And Drums 
    5. Caribbean Santeria 
    6. Energy of the Ashe Community and Cultus 
    7. Palo Monte Mayombe

    PART IV: Creole Religions Of The Southern Caribbean 
    8. Dancing to Orixas’ Axe in Candomble 
    9. Umbanda and Its Antecedents 
    10. Orisha Powers: Creole Religion in Trinidad and Tobago

    PART V: Jamaica’s Creole Religions: Culture Of Resistance And Rhythms 
    11. Obeah: Magical Art of Re sis tancer 
    12. Myal and Kumina in Jamaica’s Past 
    13. Poco, Zion, and Convince 
    14. The Rastafari Chant

    Conclusion 
    Notes 
    Glossary 
    Selected Bibliography 
    Index
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