The shifting center of gravity for the world's largest religion
In short: Christianity is undergoing a profound transformation as its center of gravity moves toward the Global South. This lecture explores how new expressions of the faith in Africa are reshaping global perspectives on secularism, politics, and international development.
Dr. Jörg Haustein examines how contemporary African Christianity—characterized by prosperity churches, 'born again' politicians, and spiritual healers—challenges traditional Western notions of doctrine and institutional order. These movements are not isolated phenomena; they reflect the broader fragmentations and imbalances of the modern world.
The lecture argues that these shifts force a re-evaluation of the religion's role in global affairs. By looking at the rise of prophets and exorcists as typical expressions of the faith, Haustein illustrates how the religion is adapting to and mirroring the complexities of a changing global landscape.
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