African Religion"Dr. Magesa takes the moral traditions as the starting point to analyze and present African religion . . . . He explores African insights into this moral universe and concludes that 'the basis of African morality is the promotion of human life.'" John Mbiti, author, Bible and Theology in African Christianity "Will interest all those thinking of reconstructing the African continent and the Black race from the ethical resources of African tradition."

offering a positive witness to the gospel ideals of service and love

Margaret Sam-Cromarty (Cree)

With fellow Jesuit Ignacio Ellacuria he has edited Mysterium Liberationis: Fundamental Concepts of Liberation Theology

African women and patriarchy are covered in a fine analysis of the lives of modern African women from their perspectives

through racial discrimination in graduate school

drawing out the dimensions of a humanizing ministry that participates in restoring the "image of God" in which all have been created: an image of freedom

though it is far removed in time and place it still speaks to men and women today

internationally known theologian

As a recognized scholar and participant in interfaith dialogue

when ordinary people studying the bible begin to discuss questions such as these

and retreat leader

Blending a journalist's perceptions with emotional commitment and warm humor