African Christian Approaches to Other Religions

Abstract

This chapter explores African Christian approaches to other religions. Informing that African Christians have been coming together in search of an African and Christian approach to interfaith relations, the chapter discusses their efforts in view of identifying key elements in African spirituality pertinent to harmonious and life-giving relationships. It begins by mapping out the religious terrain in the different regions of Africa, highlighting how the history and context shape interfaith relations. It then offers an overview of Christian approaches to other religions and spells out significant features that characterize African theology. Its thesis is that life, unity, interdependence, simplicity, and togetherness are essential ingredients to facilitating holistic interfaith relations.