Divinity And Experience: The Religion Of The Dinka
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Godfrey Lienhardt
Binding: Hardback
Published: Oxford at the Clarendon Press, 1976
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Creased pages.
Divinity And Experience: The Religion Of The Dinka presents a profound anthropological study of the spiritual world of the Dinka people of Southern Sudan. This seminal work chronicles their intricate cosmology, detailing the complex interplay between their understanding of divinity and their lived experiences. Lienhardt uncovers the nuanced ways Dinka individuals perceive and interact with their deities, spirits, and ancestral forces, illustrating the deep integration of religion into their social fabric. The text argues for a holistic understanding of indigenous religious systems, offering invaluable insights into the human quest for meaning within a specific cultural context. It remains an essential resource for scholars of African religions, anthropology, and comparative theology, providing a meticulously researched and empathetic portrayal of Dinka spirituality.
Author: Godfrey Lienhardt
Binding: Hardback
Published: Oxford at the Clarendon Press, 1976
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Creased pages.
Divinity And Experience: The Religion Of The Dinka presents a profound anthropological study of the spiritual world of the Dinka people of Southern Sudan. This seminal work chronicles their intricate cosmology, detailing the complex interplay between their understanding of divinity and their lived experiences. Lienhardt uncovers the nuanced ways Dinka individuals perceive and interact with their deities, spirits, and ancestral forces, illustrating the deep integration of religion into their social fabric. The text argues for a holistic understanding of indigenous religious systems, offering invaluable insights into the human quest for meaning within a specific cultural context. It remains an essential resource for scholars of African religions, anthropology, and comparative theology, providing a meticulously researched and empathetic portrayal of Dinka spirituality.