Browsing by Subject "Rituals"
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A practical-theological reflection on the usage of symbols and metaphors in intercultural pastoral care in South Africa
(AOSIS, 2016)The African continent is associated with a variety of problems. Irrespective of having achieved a new democracy more than two decades ago, South Africa still seems to suffer the same fate as the rest of the continent because ... -
A history of the practice of ukuthwala in the Natal/ KwaZulu-Natal region up to 1994.
(School for Basic Sciences, Vaal Triangle Campus, North-West University, 2014)The practice of ukuthwala has of late regularly been in the news. This has spawned debates between traditionalists and modernists on various aspects related to the practice. In this article we have tracked the reported ... -
A narrative interpretation of the cultural impressions on water of the communities along the Vaal River, Parys, Free State
(AOSIS, 2016)This article is about the significance of the Vaal River for the communities inhabiting the area. Using the interpretation of narratives and rituals, the extent of the connection or disconnection between the communities ... -
Pastoral approach to the African Christian woman affected by grief due to the loss of her spouse
(2015)The focus of this study is on the pastorate to the African Christian widow affected by the loss of her spouse. The African Christian widow is believed to be in a disposition as she may be torn between African beliefs and ... -
Purification in an African context from a Missio Dei perspective : empowering pastors of African Independent Churches in Leandra to interpret the cleansing rituals of Numbers 19 from a Christ centred redemptive perspective : a case study
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2015)This research examines and evaluates the way African Independent Churches use Numbers 19 when cleansing rituals are performed in the Leandra District in South Africa. Through qualitative empirical research the importance ...