Change and Adaptation

This study sought to establish the form in which the traditional religion of the Karanga people of Zimbabwe continue to exist in the modern context In the traditional context Karanga traditional religion was very visible through communal rituals and other symbols. Today these are invisible. The question being addressed is Does the invisibility of the Karanga traditional religion mean that it is on the decline. The study was carried in Masvingo urban District and surrounding areas. Diagnosis and therapy were used as units of analysis because they point to spiritual conceptions and ritual practices of the Karanga. The study established that there is an increase in traditional beliefs and practices although these have taken a more hidden form .

Autorentext

Timothy Kaela is a Religious and Moral Education at the Great Zimbabwe University in the development of Teacher Development. He holds a Masters degree in Religious Studies (UZ) and a graduate certificate in education (UZ). He also has a long experience as a lecturer in teachers colleges.