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This book offers a groundbreaking exploration of the Zandé people of the CAR, demonstrating how their rich spiritual heritage of oracles and divination provided the essential framework for the emergence of a unique, indigenous Christianity. Moving beyond E. E. Evans-Pritchard's classic anthropological work, the study delves into the theological significance of these practices. It focuses on the prophetic movement of Mama Awa, which syncretically blended traditional beliefs with Christian elements to address communal needs for healing, decision-making, and conflict resolution. The book argues that this syncretism is not a corruption of faith but a profound process of contextualization, offering a model for how the Christan gospel can engage meaningfully with African worldviews. It is a vital contribution to discussions on inculturation, syncretism, and the dynamic nature of African Christianity. This book examines the intricate relationship between Zandé traditional spirituality, centered on oracles, and the rise of modern prophetic movements such as Mama Awa's Mission du Saint-Esprit par la prophétie (MSEP).

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