Vol. 2013 No. 1 (2013)

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Religious Pluralism and Inter-Faith Dynamics in Ghanaian West Africa

Abena Kwesiwa, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR-Ghana)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18987923
Published: November 8, 2013

Abstract

Religious pluralism in Ghanaian West Africa is a complex interplay of diverse religious traditions coexisting within a single nation. Fieldwork was conducted through participant observation and semi-structured interviews with religious leaders and community members across various faiths. The study identified a significant proportion (35%) of communities practicing inter-faith dialogue as an integral part of their social fabric, facilitating mutual understanding and cooperation. Inter-faith dynamics in Ghana are characterized by both challenges and opportunities for peaceful coexistence, driven largely by community-led initiatives. Governments should support the development of inter-faith platforms to enhance dialogue and foster a more inclusive society, while communities must prioritise mutual respect and understanding.

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Abena Kwesiwa (2013). Religious Pluralism and Inter-Faith Dynamics in Ghanaian West Africa. African Computational Pharmaceutical Sciences (Applied aspect), Vol. 2013 No. 1 (2013). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18987923

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Geographic Terms: Ghana Methodological Terms: Participant Observation Theoretical Terms: Religious Pluralism Inter-Faith Dynamics Ethnotheologies Cultural Relativism

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