African religions :
Olupona, Jacob K. 1951-
African religions : a very short introduction / Jacob K. Olupọna. - xxiv, 152 pages : illustrations ; 18 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages 123-141) and index.
Worldview, cosmology, and myths of origins -- Gods, ancestors, and spirit beings -- Sacred authority : Divine kingship, priests, and diviners -- Ceremonies, festivals, and rituals -- Sacred arts and ritual performances -- Christianity and Islam in Africa -- African religions today.
9780199790586 (pbk. : alk. paper)
2013022473
Religion and culture--Africa.
Africa--Religion.
Africa--Religious life and customs.
BL2400 / .O48 2014
299.6
African religions : a very short introduction / Jacob K. Olupọna. - xxiv, 152 pages : illustrations ; 18 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages 123-141) and index.
Worldview, cosmology, and myths of origins -- Gods, ancestors, and spirit beings -- Sacred authority : Divine kingship, priests, and diviners -- Ceremonies, festivals, and rituals -- Sacred arts and ritual performances -- Christianity and Islam in Africa -- African religions today.
9780199790586 (pbk. : alk. paper)
2013022473
Religion and culture--Africa.
Africa--Religion.
Africa--Religious life and customs.
BL2400 / .O48 2014
299.6