Reading Psalm 46: 1-2 in Africa (Yoruba) Context in the light of Security in Nigeria
| dc.contributor.author | Peter Olanrewaju Awojobi | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-03-03T17:04:54Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2025-03-03T17:04:54Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2024 | |
| dc.description.abstract | This study is an attempt to reread Psalm 46: 1-2 in African Yoruba context in the light of Security in Nigeria. The article considers the ancient Israel who were the immediate recipient and composer of this Psalm in their context with reference to the African Yoruba Christians in Nigeria which is fundamental to the African people. The study adopts the African Biblical Hermeneutics which provides a useful lens to reread biblical text in African context. It was discovered that Psalm 46 is a Psalm of confidence and trust in Yahweh in the time of Israel’s crisis. This Psalm celebrates the presence and the power of God. The author had a strong faith in God for the salvation of Israel and as such encouraged his people to put their trust in Yahweh who is their sure place of refuge. Many Yoruba Christians and members of African indigenous churches in Nigeria believe that the words of this Psalm are divine and potent. They invoke Psalm 46 like incantations (ogede) for security purposes at home, work places and as they journey within and outside the nation. For the Bible to be relevant in Africa, it must be seen to be addressing contemporary issues that are critical to the life and existence of the African people. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://kwasuspace.kwasu.edu.ng/handle/123456789/4502 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | International Journal of Humanities Social Science & Management (IJHSSM) | |
| dc.title | Reading Psalm 46: 1-2 in Africa (Yoruba) Context in the light of Security in Nigeria | |
| dc.type | Article |