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Evangelical Christians In The Muslim Sahel (African Systems Of Thought)
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Barbara M. Cooper Looks Closely At The Sudan Interior Mission, An Evangelical Christian Mission That Has Taken A Tenuous Hold In A Predominantly Hausa Muslim Area On The Southern Fringe Of Niger. Based On Sustained Fieldwork, Personal Interviews, And Archival Research, This Vibrant, Sensitive, Compelling, And Candid Book Gives A Unique Glimpse Into An Important Dimension Of Religious Life In Africa. Cooper'S Involvement In A Violent Religious Riot Provides A Useful Backdrop For Introducing Other Themes And Concerns Such As Bible Translation, Medical Outreach, Public Preaching, Tensions Between Englishspeaking And Frenchspeaking Missionaries, And The Christian Mission'S Changing Views Of Islam.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Evangelical Christians in the Muslim Sahel'? A: The book examines the Sudan Interior Mission's efforts in a predominantly Hausa Muslim region of Niger, exploring themes such as Bible translation, medical outreach, and the dynamics between English-speaking and French-speaking missionaries.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Barbara M. Cooper, who conducted extensive fieldwork and research for this work.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 480 pages.
- Q: When was 'Evangelical Christians in the Muslim Sahel' published? A: The book was published on March 5, 2010.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What research methods did the author use for this book? A: Barbara M. Cooper used sustained fieldwork, personal interviews, and archival research to gather insights for the book.
- Q: Does the book discuss the relationship between Christianity and Islam? A: Yes, the book addresses the changing views of the Christian mission towards Islam within the context of its activities in a Muslim area.
- Q: Is there any discussion of religious tensions in the book? A: Yes, it includes the author's personal experience in a violent religious riot, providing context for the exploration of religious tensions.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: Key themes include Bible translation, medical outreach, public preaching, and the cultural dynamics between missionaries and the local population.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, it is a scholarly work that provides valuable insights into the intersection of religion and culture in Africa, making it suitable for academic study.