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African Theologies: A Comparative Analysis of Theogenesial and Theogogical Praxes Between Traditional and Christian Theologies

Authors: Ilesanmi, Dele Alaba;

African Theologies: A Comparative Analysis of Theogenesial and Theogogical Praxes Between Traditional and Christian Theologies

Abstract

The study of theology in Africa has witnessed a remarkable development that has produced kaleidoscopic interpretations of God and the universe, reflecting the dynamic tension between traditional African beliefs and practices and the principles of Christian theology. Indeed, the landscape of theological discourse in Africa is rich and complex, characterised by a dynamic interplay between indigenous beliefs and practices and the tenets of biblical Christianity. The main purpose of this comparative study is to explore the intersections and diversities of theogenesial and theogogical praxes between African Traditional Theology (ATT) and African Christian Theology (ACT). The research investigates how African theologians understand God, the universe, and how these perspectives shape African spirituality. The study draws on the author's practical experiences in both ATT and ACT, thereby lending more credibility to the research work. Thus, the paper adopts a biblical comparative design paradigm and empirical model to provide a comparative and comprehensive overview of the two distinct theological subjects. The findings reveal a deeper understanding of ATT and ACT. The paper recommends a contextual and inculturated theology that support the growth of ACT and ATT for a better understanding of God and the universe vis-à-vis the teachings of divine revelation in the Bible—Biblical theology of education. Keywords: africa theologies, african traditional theology, african christian theology, theogenesial praxes, theogogical praxes, contextualisation, inculturation. Check Mature Journal and African Journal of Kingdom Education for more articles by the same author African Theologies: A Comparative Analysis of Theogenesial and Theogogical Praxes Between Traditional and Christian Theologies Conceptualising African Theology and the Scholars' Standpoints: A Comparative Review Theogenesial Theory by the same author. Pneumagenesial Theory by the same author. Read About the Author here.

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