What has been the traditional view surrounding the Bible and African culture?


the African culture is seen as potentially faithful


the African way of life is seen as ungodly


the African way of life is seen as a rich field for conversion


the African way of life is seen as diverse

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The traditional view surrounding the Bible and African culture has often been that the African way of life is seen as a rich field for conversion. Missionaries and colonial powers in Africa historically viewed traditional African cultures as pagan or heathen, and sought to convert Africans to Christianity through the Bible. This view has often been criticized for disregarding and devaluing the rich diversity and depth of African cultures and traditions.