Christianity and Culture: Reflections on Contested Discourses in the Wimbum Community in Cameroon

This article analyzes the tensions between traditional Wimbum culture and Christianity. I argue that new Christian discourses and practices, particularly from Baptist and Pentecostal influences, threaten to drastically alter Wimbum cultural identity. The article highlights specific conflicts, such a...

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Main Author: Bongmba, Elias Kifon 1953- (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: 2025
In: Religion & theology
Year: 2025, Volume: 32, Issue: 1/2, Pages: 35-71
Further subjects:B Christianity and traditional culture
B Wimbum culture
B Religion
B Christianity and culture
B Cultural Identity
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