Encyclopedia of African and African-American Religions (Religion and Society)

About this book

This important new reference covers African and African-American religion in sub-Saharan Africa North America South America and the Caribbean and provides vital insights into its growing worldwide influence in Europe Asia and the South Pacific. Entries encompass individuals concepts specific religions religious movements and churches and include: Akan Aladura Azusa Street Mission Black theology candomble Dominican vodun the Harrist movement Jamaa Macumba Mission des Noirs Mt. Sinai Holy Church Nuer Pentecostalism Pocomania Santera Southern Christian Leadership Conference Unification Church Yoruba and many more. Photos illustrations and source material round out the package.