Author Reverend John S. Mbiti, Ph.D. (Cantab.) Professor of Theology and Comparative Religion Makerere University College Publisher Heinemann Education Books Ltd 48 Charles Street, London WIX 8 AH POB 25080 Nairobi PMB 5205 Ibadan Edinburgh Melbourne Toronto Hon Kong Singapore Auckland ISBN 0 435 83590/4 (hardback) ISBN 0 435 83591/4 (paperback) Copyright J.S. Mbiti 1969 First published 1969 Reprinted 1970 Printed in Great Britain by Morrison & Gibb Ltd, London and Edinburgh Category Religion Language English
African Religions and Philosophy is a systematic study of the attitudes of mind and belief which
have evolved in the many societies of Africa. Professor Mbiti’s book provides illumination for
readers who have grown up in an African society as well as those who belong to non-African
societies. It adds a new dimension to the understanding of the history, thinking and life of Africa.
Professor Mbiti shows where beliefs are common to various parts of Africa. His reading in African
languages, English, French and German enables him to use a wide range of examples, from all
over Africa.
The subject is approached from an African point of view, with the assumption that the concept
of Time is basic to our understanding of African religious and philosophical issues. Universal
religions such as Christianity and Islam are also briefly discussed in their African context. The
book will be essential for everyone concerned with the fields of religion, history, philosophy,
anthropology or general African studies.