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Back to EpisodesUnveiling the Entanglements: Western Christianity and African Racialization
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Welcome to the Dis A fi mi History Podcast, hosted by Wendy Aris. In this enlightening episode, Wendy converses with Dr. Josias Tembo, a PhD researcher at Radboud University, to explore the intricate connections between Western Christianity and racialization in Africa. Dr. Tembo shares his insightful research on how Christianity has historically played a role in shaping racial dynamics and how this legacy continues to impact contemporary society.
The discussion delves into Missionary activities and their influence on African communities, revealing the complex interplay between religion and racial hierarchy. Wendy and Dr. Tembo examine the historical role of the Catholic Church in colonization and the ways in which Western Christianity has contributed to marginalizing African spiritual practices.
This episode also explores the emergence of African Independent Churches, the rise of contextual theology, and the resurgence of Bantu philosophical principles, offering pathways to decolonize theological thought and encourage healing from past injustices.
Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that re-examines history and invites reflection on the role of religion as a vehicle of colonial ideology, urging listeners to confront and engage with this complex legacy.
Bio:
Josias Tembo is a PhD researcher and lecturer at the department of Ethics and Political Philosophy at Radboud University in the Netherlands. His PhD research is on the connections between race and religion across the Atlantic. Tembo has a master degree in philosophy from the University of Pretoria in South Africa. He is interested in critical philosophy of race, postcolonial and decolonial theories, African philosophy, and political and social philosophy. He is a member of The Race-Religion Constellation Project: http://racereligionresearch.org
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