Curaçao Religions, Rituals and Traditions |
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| Author:
| Wolfert, Sinaya R. |
| ISBN: | 978-94-6022-046-3 |
| Publication Date: | Mar 2010 |
| Publisher: | Royal Tropical Institute Press (KIT (Koninklijk Instituut voor de Tropen)
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $65.00 |
Book Description:
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How appropriate is this book in a year that the global economic malaise has struck? Many now find comfort and strength together and society turns more to faith, ritual and tradition. On Cura#65533;ao different religions live peacefully side by side. The island has a long history of freedom of religion and -- importantly -- tolerance, mutual respect and social acceptance. The world religions are all represented and bring diversity without harsh contrasts.
How appropriate is this book in a year that the global economic malaise has struck? Many now find comfort and strength together and society turns more to faith, ritual and tradition. On Cura#65533;ao different religions live peacefully side by side. The island has a long history of freedom of religion and -- importantly -- tolerance, mutual respect and social acceptance. The world religions are all represented and bring diversity without harsh contrasts.