Description
Book SynopsisA comprehensive introduction to the Caribbean's African-based religions
Trade Review“Afro-Caribbean Religions is an excellent book—richly informative, well researched and organized. Murrell explains complex religions in accessible language, and successfully informs the reader about the contents and histories of the religions that are so respectfully presented here. It is truly an enjoyable read, and one learns new things on virtually every page. I would expect Afro-Caribbean Religions to receive an enthusiastic reception among students and professors alike for many years to come.”—Dr. Terry Rey, Associate Professor and Chair of Religion at Temple University
Table of ContentsAcknowledgments
Introduction
PART I: African Connections: Historical Roots Of Afro- Caribbean Religions
1. Yoruba, Fon- Ewe, Ashanti, and Kongo Cultural History
2. African Cultus and Functionaries
PART II: Vodou: Haitian Religion
3. Vodou and the Haitians’ Struggle
4. Serving the Lwa
PART III: Santeria And Palo Monte: Cuban Religion Of The Orisha And Drums
5. Caribbean Santeria
6. Energy of the Ashe Community and Cultus
7. Palo Monte Mayombe
PART IV: Creole Religions Of The Southern Caribbean
8. Dancing to Orixas’ Axe in Candomble
9. Umbanda and Its Antecedents
10. Orisha Powers: Creole Religion in Trinidad and Tobago
PART V: Jamaica’s Creole Religions: Culture Of Resistance And Rhythms
11. Obeah: Magical Art of Re sis tancer
12. Myal and Kumina in Jamaica’s Past
13. Poco, Zion, and Convince
14. The Rastafari Chant
Conclusion
Notes
Glossary
Selected Bibliography
Index
