This article aims to give a representative overview and appraisal of insights and theories developed thus far in the field of religion, migration and identity. It investigates whether the present conceptual toolbox is adequate to describe and analyze the impact of migration phenomena on individual and communal expressions of faith. The article first explores the concepts “migrant” and “migration”. It then discusses theories focusing on the significance of faith and religious communities for migrants, followed by theories pertaining to the changes effectuated by migration in the religious landscapes of the country of origin as well as destination. The article argues that there is a need for further clarification and stipulation of key terms in the discourses on religion and migration, as well as a necessity to do more comparative research, since most of the prevailing theories so far have emerged from research on Christian migrant communities in the usa. Finally, it identifies areas for further research.
This article gives a brief overview of Christian-Muslim Relations in sub-Saharan Africa. It points out that in recent years, due to the pentecostalisation of Christianity and the increased influence of fundamentalist Islamic groups, relations in sub-Sahara Africa seem to deteriorate, despite initiatives to work on harmonious interfaith relations. The article then identifies three current trends in Christian-Muslim relations: an increase in polarisation and polemics, the debate on the implementation of shari’a and joint social action programmes.
, forthcoming) reflects her interest in church-state relations, conversion studies, Christian ethics, and gender politics. Her recent publications include 'Qiuwen (Bibliomancy). Enlivening the Chinese Bible Union.'
their voices heard. This article wants to entice the reader to widen his or her perspective of African theology by introducing some themes and persons in African feminist theology. The article will start with a historical background of African feminist theology, its aims and methods. Then it will discuss two of the key themes of African feminist theology and point to the gradual diversification of insights that is taking place. The article will end with some concluding remarks.
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