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Innovation and Competition in Zimbabwean Pentecostalism: Megachurches and the Marketization of Religion (Bloomsbury Studies in Black Religion and Cultures)
0Explore the dynamic marketization of religion in Zimbabwe. This pivotal study examines how Pentecostal megachurches innovate and compete, analyzing the strategies of leading congregations and their engagement with African Traditional Religions. Discover the complex religious marketplace, where faith meets commerce, and understand the controversies surrounding financial gain and exploitation. Essential for students and scholars of religious studies, sociology of religion, and African studies in India, this book offers critical insights into the intersection of spirituality, innovation, and economic practices shaping contemporary faith.
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Religion and Inequality in Africa (Bloomsbury Studies in Black Religion and Cultures)
0Explore the intricate nexus of religion and inequality across Africa. This vital study critically examines how faith traditions both foster and alleviate disparities, including gender, economic, and social inequalities, as well as ageism and homophobia. Essential for students, researchers, and scholars in African studies, religious sociology, and development, this book offers crucial insights into addressing social justice and achieving global goals like SDG 10 within Africa’s deeply religious societies.