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African witchcraft in theological perspective

Year: 2004

Type: article

Abstract: This article is a theological contribution aimed at creating an understanding of the phenomenon of witchcraft in South Africa. Witchcraft still causes major social problems in this country. The article argues that the development of a culture of human rights and the improvement of the judicial process alone will not solve this problem. Witchcraft is a too deeply rooted religious phenomenon. The phenomenon is described in its religious complexity and diversity. Witchcraft is discussed within the framework of the African theodicy.

Source: HTS Teologiese Studies / Theological Studies

DOI: 10.4102/hts.v60i3.575

Author: I.W.C. Van Wyk

Institution: University of Pretoria

Language: English

Topic: Pentecostalism and Christianity Studies

Subfield: Religious studies

Field: Arts and Humanities

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $650