Course Dates
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Lesson 7: Christ and Conquest
Lesson 8: The Biblical Canon & Colonization
Objectives:
Examine the relationship between European imperialism and religious authority.
Investigate how colonial powers shaped biblical interpretation and Christianity in Africa.
Discuss how biblical narratives were used to justify colonization.
Key Questions:
How did imperialism and colonization impact Christian narratives?
In what ways were African religious practices altered or erased?
Module 3: Imperialism, Colonization, and the Bible. This 2 lesson module will provide an introductory level dive into understanding of the effects of colonization and imperialism on Christian Africana perspective. The lessons in this module will provide key insights into the historical and social outcomes of conquest in the name of God. The point of view from the oppressed and enslaved are engaged to expand the scope of those interested with learning the bible from a wholistic approach.