The Teachings of Indigenous African Religions

For followers of indigenous African religions, “religion” is not considered to be separate from everyday existence. Religious practice is not relegated to particular times, places, or spaces. Instead, religious beliefs and practices infuse and inform daily life and everyday concerns. We will begin our discussion of African religions by considering their beliefs and teachings. Although the religions of Africa differ significantly, certain ideas about the supernatural, the natural world, and humanity’s place within it are common to many of the continent’s religions.