Theory of Social Involvement: A Case Study in the Anthropology of Religion, State, and Society - Hardcover

Aigbe, Sunday A.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0819188735 ISBN 13: 9780819188731

Publisher: University Press Of America, 1993

Synopsis

Sunday A. Aigbe's case study examines the dynamic interplay between church, state and society. The author considers the Christian factor as it relates to the socio-political responsibility and development in Nigeria. The study assesses the role of the church and develops from the Bible ways in which the pentecostal churches can promote unity within Nigeria.
Contents: The Assemblies of God in Nigeria: Spirituality and Socio-Political Realities; The Prophetic Movement and the Nation of Israel in the Old Testament; The Prophetic Dimension and the Wholistic Church in the New Testament; Socio-Political Problems Facing Nigeria: 1960 to the Present; A Cultural Analysis of the Problem Areas in the Nigerian Democracy; The Church's Prophetic Role in Nigeria; Agenda for the Future.

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About the Author

Sunday A. Aigbe, PhD, MPA,taught anthropology and African studies courses at the Metropolitan State University of Denver and at the Denver Seminary before relocating to Bowie, Maryland, where he teaches graduate courses in organizational management and development at Bowie State University. He has held positions in the public and private sectors in Colorado and Washington, DC. He is the author of many publications, including the book, A Template for Life (2014).

Edition details

• Publisher: University Press Of America
• Publication date: 1993
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0819188735
• ISBN 13: 9780819188731
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 280