<abstract xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><p>The study is a response to the call for papers that focuses on African issues and discusses the issue of liberation. This paper seeks to explore the theme of liberation beginning with its definition. It will then proceed by looking at the history of Israel discussing the Egyptian bondage. The identity and role of Moses will also be explored in light of the prominent role that the Hebrew Bible gives him in the exodus motifs. It also highlights the life and role of Jesus of Nazareth in human liberation. In addition it will also highlight the importance of liberation and will pay attention to the fight for freedom and independence in Africa. Finally it looks at the quest for liberation among marginalized women and children in Africa looking at their struggles in the 21st century. The essay will use examples from both theological and secular sources. The Biblical/theological examples will be drawn from the Hebrew Bible, the New Testament and commentaries. Since Africa is very big although sharing related issues, I will use specific examples from Zimbabwe and also use general information from across the continent.</p></abstract>

The study is a response to the call for papers that focuses on African issues and discusses the issue of liberation. This paper seeks to explore the theme of liberation beginning with its definition. It will then proceed by looking at the history of Israel discussing the Egyptian bondage. The identity and role of Moses will also be explored in light of the prominent role that the Hebrew Bible gives him in the exodus motifs. It also highlights the life and role of Jesus of Nazareth in human liberation. In addition it will also highlight the importance of liberation and will pay attention to the fight for freedom and independence in Africa. Finally it looks at the quest for liberation among marginalized women and children in Africa looking at their struggles in the 21st century. The essay will use examples from both theological and secular sources. The Biblical/theological examples will be drawn from the Hebrew Bible, the New Testament and commentaries. Since Africa is very big although sharing related issues, I will use specific examples from Zimbabwe and also use general information from across the continent.

Liberation as a Paradigm for Full Humanity in Africa

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The study is a response to the call for papers that focuses on African issues and discusses the issue of liberation. This paper seeks to explore the theme of...

Liberation as a Paradigm for Full Humanity in Africa

Published Online: Apr 22, 2016

Page range: 3 - 20

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1515/perc-2016-0001

Keywords
Liberation, Moses, Jesus, Africa, Zimbabwe

© 2016 Ephraim Tshuma, published by De Gruyter Open

This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 3.0 License.

Liberation as a Paradigm for Full Humanity in Africa

Published Online: Apr 22, 2016

Page range: 3 - 20

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1515/perc-2016-0001

KeywordsLiberation, Moses, Jesus, Africa, Zimbabwe

© 2016 Ephraim Tshuma, published by De Gruyter Open

This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 3.0 License.

Keywords
Liberation, Moses, Jesus, Africa, Zimbabwe