Homework: Afro American Religious Expressions
Write a 3 to 4 page essay that addresses one of the themes below. Discuss how the variety of spiritual expressions found in the African American Diaspora have evolved over the years. Paste your response in the assignment submission box, but also include the document file as an attachment by the date listed above.
I. How did prayer, spirit possession, and music in New Orleans churches reflect aspects of traditional African religious practices?
II. What types of spiritual practices evolved from the syncretism of African and European religious expressions?
III. How are African religious elements reflected in modern expressions of African American spirituality and faith?
IV. How is food used to unite spiritual congregations in African-American communities?
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.