Throughout African-American history; religion has been indelibly intertwined with the fight against intolerance and racial prejudice. Martin Luther King; Jr.-America's best-known champion of civil liberties-was a Baptist minister. Father Divine; a fiery preacher who established a large following in the 1920s and 1930s; convinced his disciples that he could cure not only disease and infirmity; but also poverty and racism.An in-depth examination of African-American history and religion; this comprehensive and lively book provides panoramic coverage of the black religious and social experience in America. Renowned historian Albert J. Raboteau traces the subtle blending of African tribal customs with the powerful Christian establishment; the migration to cities; the growth of Islam; and the 200-year fight for freedom and identity which was so often centered around African-American churches. From the African Methodist Episcopal Church to the Nation of Islam and from the first African slaves to Louis Farrakhan; this far-reaching book chronicles the evolution of an important and influential component of our religious and historical heritage. African American Religion combines meticulously researched historical facts with a fast-paced; engaging narrative that will appeal to readers of any age.
#151457 in Books www.Mas-India.com 2000-09-28Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 5.10 x .80 x 7.80l; .75 #File Name: 0195133129354 pagesThe Tibetan Book of the Dead Or the After Death Experiences on the Bardo Plane according to Lama Kazi Dawa Samdup s English Rendering
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Second time around even better -- life experiences make it more meaningful than ever.By Delana M. BeagleStill reading it again for the first time in years. Heavy duty but relevant with respect to thinking of the important issues of life and death. Of course it's a magnificent classic. Thanks for the speedy delivery. It will take me a while to digest the work at my nightly pace. Much food for thought with respect to right living and pondering the nature of life as well as the afterlife.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Worked for meBy Jeffrey MartynCleared up a number of questions I had and helped me to correlate and verify certain kinds of information.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy JulieVery indept. Can't read this fast or else you will miss important information
