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Creole Religions Of The Caribbean: An Introduction From Vodou And Santeria To Obeah And Espiritismo (Religion, Race, And Ethnici
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Creolizationthe Coming Together Of Diverse Beliefs And Practices To Form New Beliefs And Practicesis One Of The Most Significant Phenomena In Caribbean Religious History. Brought Together In The Crucible Of The Sugar Plantation, Caribbean Peoples Drew On The Variants Of Christianity Brought By European Colonizers, As Well As On African Religious And Healing Traditions And The Remnants Of Amerindian Practices, To Fashion New Systems Of Belief.Creole Religions Of The Caribbean Offers A Comprehensive Introduction To The Syncretic Religions That Have Developed In The Region. From Vodou, Santeria, Regla De Palo, The Abakua Secret Society, And Obeah To Quimbois And Espiritismo, The Volume Traces The Historicalcultural Origins Of The Major Creole Religions, As Well As The Newer Traditions Such As Pocomania And Rastafarianism. This Second Edition Updates The Scholarship On The Religions Themselves And Also Expands The Regional Considerations Of The Diaspora To The U. S. Latino Community Who Are Influenced By Creole Spiritual Practices. Fernandez Olmos And Paravisinigebert Also Take Into Account The Increased Significance Of Material Cultureart, Music, Literatureand Healing Practices Influenced By Creole Religions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Creole Religions of the Caribbean'? A: The book focuses on the syncretic religions that have developed in the Caribbean, exploring their historical and cultural origins, including Vodou, Santeria, Obeah, and newer traditions like Rastafarianism.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Margarite Fernandez Olmos and Lizabeth Paravisini-Gebert.
- Q: What editions are available for this book? A: This listing is for the second edition of 'Creole Religions of the Caribbean', which was published on August 21, 2015.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 324 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it is in pristine condition.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Creole Religions of the Caribbean' provides a comprehensive introduction to Caribbean religions, making it suitable for academic study and research.
- Q: Does the book include discussions on the influence of material culture? A: Yes, the book discusses the significance of material culture, including art, music, and literature, in relation to Creole religions.
- Q: Can this book help understand the impact of the Caribbean Diaspora? A: Absolutely. The second edition expands on how Creole spiritual practices influence the U.S. Latino community, providing valuable insights into the Caribbean Diaspora.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers a range of topics including historical origins of Caribbean religions, their cultural practices, and modern adaptations, among others.